Pacific City Oregon Coast Micro Wedding {Molly + Blake}

Getting married in 2020 was no easy task, but thankfully the couple chose Carisa with Adornment Events to handle all the little details.

After downsizing the guest list and changing the venue, Molly and Blake finally tied the knot at the private residence on Oregon Coast.

Oregon weather is always unpredictable, the rain was a part of the wedding ceremony. Thankfully Lindsay Blake Photography was able to capture some amazing photos..

After the ceremony, the couples and their closest friends and family changed into their jeans and custom printed hoodies. Celebrating the night away in ultimate comfort.

Thank you Chris from Goodco Studios for yet another amazing video coverage.

Enjoy!

Coordinator: Adornment Events

Photography: Lindsay Blake Photography

Videography: Goodco Studios

Portland Wedding at Oregon City Private Property Boho Garden Party {McKell + Mike}

Lets take a minute and really appreciate all the beauty at this private property. Mckell’s family worked hard and really knocked it out of the park for their big day. With 300 guests in attendance it was a great space to spread out and really enjoy this August day.

The Ceremony took place in the garden while the Reception was out on the lawn. They also build a large silo which served as a bar. The property featured a few lounge set ups as well as a kids area.

Here is another wedding where Carisa and her team with Adornment Events really made it happen. While private properties are great for events; every single items must be sourced and brought in.

It was a team effort to get all the items set up and ready in time. Never underestimate the power a great Wedding Vendor Team has. It truly takes a village to execute an event.

Mckell chose to focus on bold jewel tones to perfectly accent the green surroundings, while really elevating the Boho decor style through out the wedding.

Jenn Byrne Creative did a wonderful job capturing all the photos and video for this couple.

Enjoy!

Photography+ Video : Jenn Byrne Creative

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Venue: Private Property-Oregon City

Rentals: Party Place PDX

DJ: Adornment Dj’s

Coordinator: Adornment Events

Photo Booth: Smirk Photo Booth

Here are some detail photos I took below, of the bridal party floral.

Portland Wedding at Scholls Valley Lodge {Rose + Zeb}

Scholls Valley Lodge is one of my favorite outdoor venues. Its close to Portland yet tucked into the wine country. It’s a great option with covered patio to accommodate the unpredictable Oregon weather.

We love to plan on nice weather, but sometimes in the spring the rain is just part of the deal. That did not put a damper on Rose and Zeb’s big day. Thank you Rachel Lecrone Photography for braving the weather and capturing some amazing photographs.

I also cannot stress enough that a Day of Coordinator is a must! Carisa and her team with Adornment Events were literally cleaning off the rain water from the cement pad to get it ready just in time for the guests to arrive for the ceremony. This is not a job for a family or bridal party members. They came to the wedding to spend the time with you.

The ceremony was originally planned to be out on the lawn but had to be moved under the covering. All said and done, the wedding turned out beautiful none the less.

I really loved the dark wood arbor that we adorned with mixed greenery, which then doubled as a head table backdrop. To go along with the wood theme, we used dark stained wood boxes as centerpieces. Featuring the most beautiful locally gown spring peonies, spray roses and variety of foliage.

Rose choose a bright pop of coral color for her bouquet, floral crown as well as the cake flowers.

Bridal bouquet consisted of the most gorgeous coral charm peonies, locally grown garden roses, succulents, ferns, berries, spirea, lisianthus and the brides favorite-Succulents.

Speaking of the cake-Dream Cakes never disappoints. I always enjoy accenting their cakes with our beautiful flowers.

Enjoy!

Photography: Rachel Lecrone Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Venue: Scholls Valley Lodge

Catering: Pearl Catering

Rentals: Party Place PDX

Cake: Dream Cakes

Coordinator: Adornment Events

Here I am securing the floral crown on the bride’s hair.

I love the vintage cake topper. What a special nod to the family.

Here are some detail shots I photographed {Below} .

Portland Wedding at Riverview Restaurant {Grace + Rob}

Grace and Rob had a gorgeous wedding at Rivierview Restaurant. Its a hidden gem that’s located on the way to the Gorge in Troutdale, Oregon. They have several options available for both ceremony and reception layouts- both indoors and out.

The ceremony took place outside in the gazebo/garden while the reception was indoors. The large beautiful windows look out on to the Sandy River.

I really loved the reception set up with long tables and gold chivari chairs. It absolutely transformed the space.

The couple got ready at Hotel Jupiter in Portland while taking casual photos with Jenny Chok Photography

The rest of the photos took place at the nearby waterfalls as well as around the property.

I loved Graces’ unique yet modern 2 piece gown from BHLDN. It suited her quite well. It was fun incorporating orchids as a nod to brides Hawaiian heritage.

Photography: Jenny Chok Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Venue/Catering/Chair Rentals: Yoshida Riverview Restaurant

Getting Ready Location: Jupiter Hotel Portland

Gown: BHLDN

Coordinator: Soleil Bliss

Florist Appreciation Day and Farm Tour at Zush Flower Farm in Portland

A huge shout out to Marisa, the owner at Zush Flower Farm for opening her farm to fellow Portland area florists to mingle, view the property and network.

Cindi with Peachy Keen Coordination did a fabulous job bringing together fellow designers, growers, models, photographers, etc for this impromptu shoot, featuring our finished pieces using the beautiful blooms provided by Zush Flower Farm.

Thank you Lauryn for capturing those beautiful images of my bouquet as well as the behind the scenes from this event.

Venue + Floral Supplier: Zush Flower Farm
Photography: Lauryn Kay Photography
Coordinator: Peachy Keen Coordination
Furnishings: Vintage Meets Modern
Dresses: Dreamers and Lovers
Makeup + Hair: Tiffany Randolph Beauty
Model: Jessi Adele
Jeweler: Agapantha Jewelry

Portland Modern Minimalist Wedding at The Bell Tower Chapel- Holly + Mason

Holly was so fun to work with. Being a military wedding, we had to plan everything relatively quickly but since its spring time -there was no shortage of gorgeous blooms. I really loved Holly’s trendy design aesthetic. She wanted to have a lush greenery installation over the ceremony area-which also doubled as the backdrop for their sweetheart table.

The centerpieces, guest book table, sweetheart table and other design elements had a minimalist modern approach to it. I really enjoyed using our gold geometric terrariums and gold votives to play up the minimalistic all foliage designs.

Its always a pleasure working at the newly remodeled The Bell Tower Chapel in Boring, OR. Its a blank canvas for various wedding styles and color palettes.

Congratulations Holly and Mason-it was a pleasure designing for your wedding day. Many Blessings on your new life together.

Thank you T. Lucas Photography for capturing those gorgeous images.

Photography: T. Lucas Photography

Venue: The Bell Tower Chapel

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Cake: Sugar Cubed Cakes

Dessert Bar: Blue Star Donuts

The Lush Bridal bouquet consisted of various foliages and ferns as well as beautiful spring flowers-spirea, white lilac, ranunculus, peonies and more.

Maid of Honor wore a slate blue dress and carried an all foliage bouquet with textures and a pop of blue.

The cutest flower girl holding Holly’s bouquet.

Portland Wedding at Waverley Country Club - Morgan + Chad

Morgan and Chad’s elegant wedding was held at the classic Waverley Country Club in Portland, Oregon.

The weather was absolutely perfect for this early June wedding. Both Ceremony and Reception were held outdoors on the lawn overlooking the beautiful Willamette River.

I build a lush floral installation to mark the ceremony area-which was inspired by a beautiful mantel piece.

We all know June means local peonies!!! I literally used over 300 stems of perfectly blush peonies in centerpieces, bouquets and installation. Many thanks to my wonderful farmer friend who grows those beauties especially for our wedding clients.

Some of my favorite pieces from this wedding would have to be the fun yet classy bridesmaids rompers. Absolutely gorgeous cake from Lux Sucre -mimicking the detailing on the brides gown. And the delicious Charcuterie Table spread by Waverly Country Club.

Congratulations Morgan and Chad it was a pleasure designing for your wedding day.

Thank you Lauryn Kay Photography for capturing those gorgeous images -it absolutely reflects their wedding day.

Wedding Coordinator: Madeline Moore Events

Photography: Lauryn Kay Photography

Venue: Waverley Country Club

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Cake: Lux Sucre

Band: Nate Botsford Band

Brides Gown: A&Be’ Bridal Shop

Bridesmaids Rompers: BHLDN

Sara and Dana Snowy Bridal Session at Mt Hood with Spotted Stills

Spotted Stills Photography once again blew me away with this stunning winter session at Mt Hood, OR.

This has been a very snowy season so far and those who brave the weather get rewarded with some gorgeous images.

Who says Winter flowers have to be primarily red or white? Nope, incorporate some blush in with the winter foliage, pinecones and flocked branches and you have a perfect winter design.

Photography: Spotted Stills

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Kristen and Michael Mt. Hood SkiBowl Wedding by Powers Photography

Peter Chee with Powers Photography did a phenomenal job capturing the wedding photos. Dark color palettes are some of my favorites to work with. However, they tend to be difficult to properly photograph to get the true sense of color and dimension.

Bridal bouquet featured some of my favorite dark blooms, including: dahlias, roses, cymbidium orchids, scabiosa, peonies, ranunculus, carnations and plenty and texture.

Kristen and Michael were truly an adventurous couple and choose to get married at the top of Mt. Hood at Mt. Hood Skibowl.

Can you imagine taking a ski lift and having your first look with a mountain in the background?

Yep! That’s exactly what they did.

Cascade Locks - Columbia River Gorge Destination Elopement with Emily Nicole Photogrpahy

I very much enjoy working with destination couples/photographers who travel here to Oregon {Specifically to the Columbia River Gorge} to get eloped.

Emily Nicole Photography is based in Oklahoma City, OK. She reached out to me to create a beautiful bouquet and floral crown for her couple.

Thank you Emily! It was a pleasure meeting you and working together on this elopement.

Location: Cascade Locks- Columbia River Gorge

Photography: Emily Nicole Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Here are a few photos I took before the flowers went out the door.

Mae and Daniel's Elegant Boho wedding at McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse

Mae and Daniel were the sweetest and the most laid back couple ever.

I loved the elegant yet relaxed boho style we were able to create for their big day.

Both Ceremony and Reception took place at the McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse in Hillsboro, Oregon.

I cannot say enough amazing things about Anna and Jake; the photographers behind Sweetlife Photography.

If you want beautifully curated images that reflect your wedding day look no further. They take time to create the perfect setting for each and every shot, including all the perfect little details. We always appreciate when photographers take every effort to not miss any details including the wearable flowers such as corsages, boutonnieres and hair accessories. As a designer, I spend a lot of time working on those little elements and its an absolute joy seeing them properly captured on camera.

Mae’s lush bohemian style bouquet included peonies, garden roses, ranunculus, unripe blueberry branches, dahlias, scabiosa, ferns and olive branches.

The icing on the cake was to work with some of our favorite vendor friends including Steve from A Beautiful Ceremony NW and John Ross Music

Venue + Catering: McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Photography: Sweetlife Photography

Groom’s Tux: Nordstrom

Gown: Ania Bridal

Hair and Make up: Coabella MUA

Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes

Officient: Steve- A Beautiful Ceremony NW

Music: John Ross Music

Mary and Miguel's Oregon Wedding at The Butler Farm and Tips on how to pin on a Boutonniere

Mary and Miguel had a gorgeous wedding at The Butler Barn in Beaverton, Oregon.

It does not get any more classic than Mary's bridal bouquet with blush and ivory flowers, perfectly captured by Lupe Juarez Photography

Garden roses, cafe au lait dahlias, blushing bride protea, lisianthus and soft dusty miller made up the gorgeous combo.

Read on to learn more about the proper placement of the boutonniere.

Venue: The Butler Barn

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Photography: Lupe Juarez Photography

Gown: Heavenly Bridal Boutique

Hair: Maggie Morgan at Powder Inc.com

Makeup: Myra Silva Make up

Few quick tips on how to properly pin on a boutonniere.

The boutonniere is always worn on the left lapel, and the pin should be inserted through the back side so the pins are not showing or pocking the wearer.

The placement should be near the button hole {aka the little slit on the tip of the lapel} versus on the pocket or toward the middle of the chest. 

Brett and Jeff -A Portland wedding at Bridgeport Brewery

Brett and Jeff's November wedding was held at the cozy Bridgeport Brewery in Northwest Portland.

With a smaller guest list there are so many venue options available to ouples in the Portland area. 

Being a mid November wedding, we all got lucky with the nice weather. Hoddick Photography was able to capture some gorgeous images with the couple just strolling the streets of downtown Portland. 

Brett chose beautiful jewel tone color palette for the wedding. Burgundy, plum, navy and raspberry colored flowers made up her gorgeous bouquet.

Bridal Bouquet included peonies, privet berry, eryngium, roses, ranunculus, orchids, anemone and lush foliage.

I loved the classic-elegant feel with an emphasis on art deco and the 1920's.  Check out the amazing cake by Lux Sucre-absolutely beautiful.

Thank you Hoddick photography for capturing those beautiful images.

Photography: Hoddick Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Venue + Catering: Brideport Brewery

Coordination: Adornment Events

Cake/Dessert Table: Lux Sucre

Getting Ready Venue: Hotel Deluxe

And a few detailed images I took -below.

Ashley + Cesar {Elegant Oregon Golf Club Wedding}

Ashley and Cesar choose a very classic look for their country club wedding at The Oregon Golf Club.

The beautifully draped ballroom was full of lavish flowers in blush pink, ivory and white. Accented with hundreds of candles for that romantic glow.

Centerpieces were a mix of elevated designs in gold stands and low and lush pieces in gold compotes.

The head table was overflowing with a beautiful floral table runner, flanked by two tall arrangements featuring draping orchids, roses and hydrangea, accented with hanging glass orbs.

Thank you Aniko Productions for those amazing images; you captured it beautifully.

Take a minute to view their wedding film  Here by Moving Pictures. 

Venue + Catering: The Oregon Golf Club

Photography: Aniko Productions

Floral Design + Concept + Styling: Sophisticated Floral

Chair Rentals: Sedera

Dress: Charlottes Bridal

Cake: JacIva's

Film/Videography : Moving Pictures

DJ: Chad Dowling Productions

Hair: Helen Eubanks

Make up: Eye Shine Beauty

Caiti and Brad {Classic Ballroom Wedding at The Nines Hotel Portland, Oregon}

Caiti and Brad had a beautiful and classic ballroom wedding at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland, Oregon.

Wedding colors consisted of blush pink, ivory and silver accents.

Elevated centerpieces were dripping with orchids, garden roses and hydrangea accented with silver mercury glass vases and votives.

It does not get any more classic than this!

Thank you Powers Studio Photography for capturing this elegant wedding.

Photography: Powers Studios

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Venue + Catering + Cake: The Nines Hotel

The Oregon Golf Club Bridal Show-Tasting

I had the honor of participating at the Oregon Golf Club Bridal Show Tasting once again. This is an event where all the booked clients do a food tasting, to choose the menu for their own wedding or event.

I designed the head table flowers to to have a beautiful pop of bright color. The lovely rental pieces were sourced through Barclay Event Rentals. I absolutely adore those metal stands for elevated floral designs and they worked perfect on this large head table.

Floral Design, Styling and Photography: Sophisticated Floral Designs

Venue: The Oregon Golf Club

Rentals: Barclay Event Rentals

Sunrise Photo Session in the Columbia River Gorge with Liza James Photography

Liza James Photography absolutely took my breath away with this stunning sunrise bridal photo session in the Columbia River Gorge.

Estera's oversized bespoke style bridal bouquet included peonies, olive branch, spirea, agapanthus, spray roses, ruscus and bay leaf.

Photography: LIza James Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Bridal Editorial Shoot with Spotted:Stills Photography- Portland, Oregon

Where do I begin? This was a beautiful collaboration between several amazing wedding professionals in the Portland area.

I cannot get over how perfect this wedding gown is from Brides for a Cause. Did you see those gorgeous feather details on the bodice? Absolutely exquisite and worked perfect with the all white bridal bouquet I created with all locally grown {Oregon Grown/American Grown} flowers. Including white lilac and deutzia from Glenwood Farms, Peterkort freesia and blooming spirea.

I love designing lightweight, yet lush and full bouquets that look loaded but are practical and elegant for the bride to carry on her wedding day.

Spotted Stills also created this gorgeous video clip.

Hair and Make up: Make up by Whit

Gown: Brides for a Cause - Designer: Pronovias

Floral: Sophisticated Floral

Photography: Spotted:Stills

Silk Ribbon: Honey Silks Co.

Model: Allie Stanisel

Rebecca + Will {Grace Community Church- Gresham, Oregon}

Rebecca and Will happen to be friends of mine and I really enjoyed creating beautiful flowers for their wedding day.

The wedding was held on a cold {but sunny} February day at Grace Community Church in Gresham, Oregon. The plum purple and gray color palette was sure to brighten up this cold winter wedding.

Rebecca's bridal bouquet consisted of the most amazing Japanese sweet peas, deep purple ranunculus, green berzelia berries, Italian pon-pon ranunculus, purple lisianthus, hyacinths, stock, anemone, dianthus and trachillium.

Thank you Becky of Studio 623 Photography for capturing the photos.

Venue: Grace Community Church

Photography: Studio 623 Photography View the blog for more photos http://www.studio623photography.com/will-rebecca-married-gresham-oregon-wedding-photographer/

Gown: Bridal Exclusives

Below are the detail shots I took. All photos by Sophisticated Floral

Flowers for the hair -Oregon Engagement Photo Shoot

I was honored when Becky contacted me with a request to design a custom floral hair comb for her to wear during her engagement shoot with Natalie Puls Photography 

The floral comb was designed with lots of fun textural floral elements including tillandsia {aka air plants}, succulents and brunia berries. 

The photo shoot took place at Smith Rock in Terrebonne, Oregon which is a sentimental location for the couple. 

The last image was taken by me, to show the close up details of this floral piece. 

Here is what Becky had to say about her experience:

"Lora provided a gorgeous custom air plants floral comb. I sent her an inspiration photo from Style Me Pretty, and she brought the vision to life! I wore it in my engagement photos and received so many compliments! She even dropped it off at my house which was very convenient when I had a busy schedule at work. Thank you, Lora!"

Photography: Natalie Puls Photography 

Hair and Make: Jein King 

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Here is a close up detail photo that I took of the hair comb