As a Hawaii-born island girl now living my city dreams in Seattle, there are a few things that inspire me more than urban wedding vibes in downtown, or witnessing the seasons change. So imagine my delight when the wonderful Hallea Events proposed a styled shoot at one of my favorite downtown Seattle wedding venues, Block 41.
The perfect blend of urban wedding inspiration and fall wedding inspiration – with a stunning backdrop of Block 41, the hustle and bustle of Belltown, and the delicate, autumn-themed wedding colors, florals, and table settings.
Before I get too long-winded, I wanted to shout out and thank all the vendors who came together for a fabulous day to make this beautiful shoot happen:
Planner | Hallea Events | instagram
Gowns | The Dress Theory Seattle | instagram
Men’s Wear | Generation Tux | instagram
Rentals | Pedersen’s Rentals | instagram
Flowers | Leah Erickson Floral | instagram
Makeup | Kendra Springer | instagram
Cake | Lady Grey Custom Cakes | instagram
Paper Goods | Sablewood Paper Co. | instagram
Models: Aaron Lee, Marissa Lee
Block 41 is a unique Seattle venue – they host events, weddings, parties, you name it. They describe themselves on their website as “contemporary cool and industrial chic” which as I mentioned above, is on one of my absolute favorite wedding styles and moods.
Boasting a spectacular industrial backdrop that is both warm and inviting, Block 41 is an ideal venue for anyone wanting to have an open concept, totally customizeable event space. Right in the heart of Belltown and just a few blocks away from downtown Seattle, Pike Place Market, and South Lake Union, you and your guests will have access to both transportation and accommodation, all while staying relatively central.
It is directly adjacent to the bustling 2nd avenue of Belltown which boasts a ton of fun, grungy, quirky, and upscale restaurants and bars (did someone say after party?) and street parking galore.
![Bride and groom preparing at block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-1.jpg)
![Bride and groom preparing block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-12.jpg)
Seattle makeup artists and hairstylists helping our models look and feel effortlessly chic + low-effort luxe.
![block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-2.jpg)
![wedding invitation and details ideas block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-4.jpg)
Making all your mustard, sage, and crimson wedding inspiration come to life.
![wedding arch preparation block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-6.jpg)
Block 41 has these beautiful asymmetrical hoop ceremony pieces available on site.
Dress them up with the foliage and florals of your choice to customize and fit them to your wedding vision.
![arbor or wedding arch block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-14.jpg)
Fun Fact: the florist (link) hand foraged all the foliage from her yard! We love a no-waste, low impact approach to florals.
![Wedding arch design block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-8.jpg)
![Block 41 seattle washington block 41 fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-10.jpg)
![Block 41 wedding and elopement table details all inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-75.jpg)
![Block 41 wedding and elopement table details](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-73.jpg)
![Table by the window on a wedding reception](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-69-scaled.jpg)
![bride and groom romantic pose on arbor backdrop](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-15.jpg)
These two are a real life couple and absolutely slayed the game.
![bride and groom romantic pose on arbor backdrop fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-16.jpg)
Can you even handle the cuteness?
Hair and makeup nailed it with his clean yet casual top knot and her soft, romantic wavy long-haired wedding hairstyle.
![bride and groom romantic pose on arbor backdrop fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-17.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss with arbor backdrop fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-20.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss with arbor backdrop fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-21-scaled.jpg)
Pro tip: instead of plastic glitter or confetti, use the foliage you have around you! Petals, leaves, etc. You can always use a hole punch to cute down larger leaves. Eco-friendly and cost effective.
![bride and groom with arbor backdrop fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-23.jpg)
![bride and groom with arbor backdrop](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-24.jpg)
![Bride and groom kiss in front of arbor fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-25-scaled.jpg)
![Bride and groom sitting in front of arbor background in block 41 seattle fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-26.jpg)
![Bride and groom sitting in front of arbor background in block 41 seattle fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-27.jpg)
![Bride and groom sitting in front of arbor background in block 41 seattle](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-28.jpg)
![Bride and groom sitting in front of arbor background in block 41 seattle](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-29.jpg)
![Bride holding flowers with arbor background in block 41 seattle fall inspired wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-30-scaled.jpg)
![Bride dancing and bride and groom kiss](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-35.jpg)
![Black and white bride and groom pose](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-36.jpg)
The PNW delivering with it’s moody wedding inspo in the Fall wedding or Winter wedding season.
![Bride and groom photos with windows background](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-39.jpg)
![Bride and groom leaning against a wall with graffiti](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-40.jpg)
If you love street art and graffiti (without needing to go into some of the sketchier alleys to see it) Block 41 is perfect! This huge wall mural is on their open air back patio bordering 2nd Ave in Belltown.
![Bride and Groom dip kiss on pedestrian crossing](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-42.jpg)
![Couple dip kiss pose block 41](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-43.jpg)
If you’re getting married in the city, you can’t miss out on having a classic mid-crosswalk dip photo.
Bonus: everyone loves a wedding so you’ll probably get some happy honks and congratulations from passerbys.
![Bride and groom crossing the street](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-44.jpg)
![Bride laughing while touching her hair](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-48.jpg)
![Bride holding flowers while posing in a block 41 wedding](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-49.jpg)
Loose romantic curls, an organic, Fall-inspired bouquet, and textured puff sleeves = all the cottage core wedding inspo your heart could ever desire.
![Bride holding flowers](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-50.jpg)
The blue berries and sash contrasting with the orange leaves – YES PLEASE.
![Groom waiting for his bride](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-51.jpg)
![Groom walking towards camera](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-52.jpg)
![Groom in gray suit](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-53.jpg)
![Groom photos with graffiti background](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-54.jpg)
![Bride and groom photos in front of wall with graffiti](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-56.jpg)
![Bride and groom dancing in front of wall with graffiti](https://chelseaabril.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Block-41-Elopement-Seattle-Wedding-Photographer-Hallea-Events-Chelsea-Abril-Photography-57.jpg)
Best tip: make your wedding day fun by HAVING fun! Plan a fun playlist, have some liquid courage ;), and just remember that this day is meant for the two of you.
**Like what you see? Inspired to have a romantic, downtown Seattle wedding at Block 41? You can find more information on the venue by visiting their website
Are you interested in booking or planning a Seattle wedding? Check out how to get started and some of the simple steps you can do today to make your wedding day that much more special!
Check out my Pinterest for some Seattle elopement and wedding inspiration. But, if you’re ready to see what I can do for you, head to my Instagram or my contact page for more information. Let’s rock your wedding day and make it a day you won’t forget!
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