# At-Home Matrimony Shoots Kristen Marie Tourtillotte's Covers an Informal House-Bound Wedding By Jordy E | Published 2012-09-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kristen-marie-tourtillotte References: [missmoss.co.za](http://www.missmoss.co.za/2012/01/31/wedding-at-home/) & [iamkristenmarie](http://www.iamkristenmarie.com/) Wedding photographer Kristen Marie Tourtillotte often covers the most opulent of celebrations with [elaborate cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-pancakes), petit fours and detailed decor. Her shoot for Seattle-based couple Michelle and Ryan toned down the common preference for opulence, instead choosing to conduct the ceremony at their home. Toutillote captured the [intimate vows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-themed-wedding) as they took place among family, friends, and thanks to the locale, pets. Pies were baked in the couple's kitchen as mimosas were poured into long flutes. The 829 address proved to be the perfect location, bringing together the guest list with a no-fuss appeal. Michelle and Ryan's backyard saw the official priest-ordained declarations take place, formally tying one to the other in a familiar setting. The beauty of Tourtillotte's shots encourage viewers to rethink [typical unions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-wedding-venues). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **At-home Weddings:** Opportunity for wedding vendors to cater to couples who prefer intimate and informal ceremonies at home. - **No-fuss Celebrations:** Chance for event planners to create low-key and laid-back experiences for clients who want to avoid extravagant celebrations. - **Capture the Intimacy:** Photographers can explore capturing the emotional and personal moments of at-home weddings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wedding Planning:** Wedding planners can create tailored packages for couples who want to have their weddings at home. - **Photography:** Photographers can offer specialized services for at-home weddings to capture the unique and intimate moments. - **Catering:** Caterers can provide customized menus and services for at-home weddings that prioritize comfort and simplicity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Day Wedding Photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-photos.md) - [Low-Cost Distillery Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distillery-wedding.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md) - [Iconically Located Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/times-square-this-valentines.md) - [$290 Leap Year Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/290-leap-year-weddings.md) - [2D/3D Wedding Design Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planner-5d.md) - [Stranger Wedding Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invitin.md) - [Unique Hotel Wedding Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karisma-hotels-resorts.md) - [Unique Wedding Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-on-the-ledge.md)