Harry's Fine Foods

Rehearsal Brunch

Olympic Sculpture Park

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

St. Joseph Parish, Seattle

Ceremony

The Edgewater

Reception

Alki Beach Park

Beach Day

Our Wedding

We met on one of the first nights of freshman year at Vanderbilt. We were at the classic freshman karaoke bar, Lonnie's, when Max walked up to Lexi with the very smooth pickup line - "Hey, are you Lexi?" We had a mutual friend who had given us a heads up about each other, and Max had done his (Facebook) research. We quickly became close "friends" for the next two years, though we definitely both had crushes on each other the whole time.

Where it all began

It was the summer of 2015 when Max finally did the brave thing and asked Lexi out, and though Lexi was initially scared to ruin our friendship, she came to her senses and agreed to a date. Because we were already so close, it all moved pretty quickly from there. Lexi remembers texting her friend Ellie "It's scary because if I start dating Max we'll probably end up getting married..."

More than friends

The beginning of our relationship was a challenge, with Lexi studying abroad 5 months into the relationship, and then us ending up on opposite sides of the country after graduation, with jobs in DC and Seattle. We spent two of the first four years of our relationship long distance, surviving on Facetimes and weekend visits made possible by red eye flights on Spirit Airlines (we do NOT recommend).

Long distance

Lexi finally made the move to Seattle at the end of 2019. We have loved taking advantage of all of the biking, running, hiking, backpacking, and skiing that the PNW has to offer. Max proposed to Lexi while skiing on Mt. Bachelor in the most beautiful secluded spot in the trees. We can't wait for all of our family and friends to visit our favorite place and experience some of the things that we love about Seattle.

Life in Seattle

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

This is where we'll have our reception, and will be the most convenient option for the weekend events. It is a beautiful and historic waterfront hotel, right in the heart of Downtown Seattle. Use <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=29020&amp;Chain=11910&amp;arrive=2024-07-26&amp;depart=2024-07-28&amp;group=4357531" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this link</a> to book in the room block. Reach out to Lexi or Max if the room block is full. We may be able to add more rooms.

The Edgewater Hotel

This hotel is the next most convenient option to the welcome party and reception venues - a 12 minute walk and 6 minute walk respectively. We have a room block here - book by June 27 using <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1695511324450&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this link</a> for the block rate, or by calling 1-800-228-9290 and referencing the "Lexi &amp; Max Wedding room block".

Seattle Marriott Waterfront

This hotel is a 13 minute walk to the welcome party, and an 11 minute walk from the reception venue. Use the code LexiMaxWedding or <a href="https://belltown-inn.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&amp;controller=landings&amp;locale=en&amp;offer_code=leximaxwedding&amp;rate_code[]=Event&amp;rate_code[]=Event&amp;starting_page=special_offer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this link</a> when booking to receive a discount.

Belltown Inn

This hotel is a 17 minute walk to the welcome party, and a 15 minute walk from the reception venue. Book using <a href="https://www.staypineapple.com/hotel-five-seattle-wa?selfbook=true&amp;hotel=40433&amp;promo=WED&amp;utm_source=evergreen&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=group-sales-hf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this discount link</a> or with the promo code WED. Rates will vary - book early for the best rates.

Hotel Five - A Staypineapple Hotel

Stay in an Airbnb and experience Seattle like a local. You can't go wrong with any of the following neighborhoods - Queen Anne - beautiful, family friendly neighborhood with close proximity to our welcome party and reception venues. Has some great coffee shops, boutiques, and restaurants. You might know it as the neighborhood where Meredith Grey lives (and other greats like Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Lexi Russell, and Max deGroot). Capitol Hill - the cultural hub of Seattle. Tons of great bars, restaurants, and shopping. The church that the ceremony will be at is in this neighborhood. 10 minute drive from the welcome party and reception venues. Fremont - a quirky neighborhood with lots of character and fun bars and restaurants. A 10 minute drive to the welcome party and reception venues, and a 15 minute drive to the church. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions about neighborhoods or areas in Seattle.

Airbnbs and VRBOs

Travel

A Seattle classic! Some of our favorite spots include: Beecher's, Rachel's Ginger Beer, Pike Place Chowder, Piroshky Piroshky. Don't miss the "original" Starbucks and the chaos that is the fish throwing counter! There is so much to explore at Pike Place.

Pike Place Market

Near Pike Place Market, a waterfront spot with a beautiful patio, stunning views, and brews and bites.

Old Stove Brewing Co — Pike Place

This is one of our favorite things to do in the city. It's a hottub but also a boat. And it's wood fired. And you get the best views of Seattle while cruising around Lake Union. And it's BYOB!!! What more could you ask for?

Lake Union Hot Tub Boats

This is a beautiful walking/running/biking path right on the water with views of the Olympics. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the Seattle summer.

Elliot Bay Trail

A great place to go for a walk with views of the Sound and the Olympic mountains.

Discovery Park

See 3 different species of salmon pass through the fish ladder in Ballard on their journey upriver to spawn. Pair this with a day in Ballard enjoying the many breweries, bars, and restaurants.

Ballard Locks Fish Ladder

Grab a drink at this rooftop cocktail bar that has panoramic views of the city, the water, and the mountains.

Lex & Max

Lex & Max

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