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Best Attire Finalists

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Anna’s Bridal is located in the heart of downtown Lake Oswego, OR. Anna has been leading the way for brides to walk down the aisle in style for over twenty-eight years. With their team’s knowledge and experience, they have earned the trust of some of the bridal world’s top designers who have carefully selected Anna’s Bridal to sell their fantastic wedding gowns. They have an array of exclusive gowns to fit any price range or size, chic options for bridesmaids, mothers, and flower girls, and accessories that will make any bridal party shine.

We are very fortunate in the PNW to have a wide variety of venues, from the mountains to beaches, wineries to hotel ballrooms, rooftop city view to decks looking over the water. We love meeting with brides and hearing about their venues and seeing how the PNW will play a role in their wedding. Often these unique venues and the wedding vision will help dictate the gown they ultimately will choose.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

The best part about working with PNW brides is how fun and unique they are! I’ve had the pleasure to work with so many brides to help them design brand new veils, alter heirloom pieces, and get creative! I look forward to seeing what 2023 has in store for us all!

Allow us to introduce ourselves with 4 fun facts about us!

♡ We have been helping brides say yes to the dress for over 30 years!
♡ Your 90-minute appointment with your expert stylist is held in the comfort of your own private bridal suite for you and your party!
♡ We feature 8 exclusive designers (featured nowhere else in Portland!) including our private collection, Julia Leigh!
♡ We offer different styles for every bride and offer the largest selection of plus size gowns over a size 20 in the Portland, OR and surrounding areas!

Book your appointment today to Say Yes to the Dress!!!

Focus on the feeling of your wedding day! Use that to help you make your decisions. Like choosing your wedding dress, focus on finding the outfit that helps encapsulate how you want to feel on your big day!

Trans and plus size competent.

Best Catering Finalists

We provide fun, fresh catering services for every type of event, from small parties to large celebrations. ACT 3 Catering’s team of enthusiastic and hardworking professionals create and deliver quality food with top-notch service and family hospitality. Our highly-skilled and innovative chefs, friendly and professional event coordinators and other knowledgeable and attentive staff will make your wedding or event experience seamless and stress-free.

ACT 3 Catering offers fresh, seasonal, locally sourced custom menus. Each menu has been carefully designed to accomodate a variety of dietary and food allergy needs. Executive Chef Michael Shin is well-versed in a variety of cuisines; including American, European and Asian cuisines. Serving styles offered by ACT 3 Catering include buffet, plated, family-style and stations.

It’s Personal: We will work with you to create a menu that fits your taste, budget, and style.

Signature Style: Exquisite Food, Expert Coordination, Gracious Service

Our Commitment: Locally sourced produce and the freshest ingredients means food that is exceptional in taste.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Make it unique! Celebrate you and this incredible area we live in. Support Oregon local creatives! We have such a vast amount of places and people and specialties that you can incorporate into your big day!

You have the vision. Cameron Catering has a firm grasp of the details. So here’s our wedding invitation to you; put yourself in our capable hands.

Whether you are looking for a casual or formal experience, CC’s Catering Company delivers high quality service at competitive prices for every budget. We offer drop-off breakfast, lunch, or dinner services, breakfast sandwiches or burritos in bulk, boxed lunches, taco bars, boards and platters, grazing stations, and full-service catered events. We cater all of Portland and the surrounding areas. Whatever your needs may be, CC’s Catering Company has you covered!

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Find a catering company that’s flexible and has great communication with you. Then, sit back and enjoy your time planning. It all happens so quickly.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

Their sense of adventure and love for this area and what it has to offer.

Best Coordinator Finalists

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Sydney Schatz has been in the industry since 2014 helping couples wedding days run smoothly.

“I have been personally responsible for over 700 events so far in my career. I truly love what I do and I can not wait to meet you to plan the perfect and most harmonious event you have ever seen.” – Sydney, owner of A Piece of Harmony Events

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

PNW couples are the best and most go with the flow couples I have had the pleasure of interacting with. Living and working in the PNW wedding industry is not always easy. We are mainly a seasonal area with the majority of our venues being outside, but we also have some of the most unpredictable weather. PNW couples always seem to accept these kind of challenges with such grace and understanding and as long as we have a solid plan B, C, and D in place, we can be ready for anything!

Don’t stress out over the abundance of tasks needed to plan a special event. At CME Experience, we can guarantee overall success for your party to reach above and beyond your expectations.

We offer unlimited calls, texts, emails, and consultations, and we travel all over the country to help plan the perfect event.

We coordinate weddings, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelorette/ bachelor parties, birthday parties, retirement parties, corporate parties, holiday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, celebrations of life, and more.

Before you start wedding planning, you need to answer these questions (Trust me, it relieves a lot of stress):
1. What is your Budget?
2. How many people are you inviting and expecting?
3. What are your top 3 priorities for your wedding day/experience? Your #1 goal is to be married but what else is most important to you?

With over 30 years in the hospitality industry, we provide Wedding Planning and on-site coordination for weddings throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington! We specialize in the northern Oregon coast and outdoor weddings!

What was one of your favorite 2022 wedding season moments?

I coordinated a wedding for a couple who love all things PNW, nature, outdoor adventures and especially the Columbia River Gorge. I found them the perfect wedding location in Stevenson Washington, at the Cape Horn Estate. During the ceremony a pair of hawks circled above, making their hawk cry. The bride paused, closed her eyes, looked up to the sky and just smiled, taking it all in. With that, I knew she was in her perfect place, on her perfect day. Job done!

We are obsessed with bringing your Pinterest board to life through creative designs, totally customized to your unique vision. We’re here to take care of every detail so you can stress less and dance more!

You make the dreams, we light the stars.

To me, it’s the end of the day. When your client comes up to you and tells you the day was a dream come true, it’s the best feeling in the world!!! Also couple in the PNW are so diverse and for that it makes so refreshing to work with each couple and their vision.

Best Desserts + Cakes Finalists

We are excited to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Desserts and Cakes in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These bakers and pastry chefs have truly outdone themselves in creating delicious and visually stunning desserts and cakes for Pacific Northwest weddings. From classic flavors to innovative designs, these finalists have captured the essence of the happy couples’ tastes and styles in their creations. It’s a pleasure to present these talented and imaginative bakers and pastry chefs to you.

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We are sugar flower specialists, and each week we produce dozens (sometimes hundreds!) of hand crafted sugar blooms to adorn our cakes. The process of making sugar flowers combines the diligence of a botanist with the deft hand of a sculptor. Your guests will be in awe of their beauty and fragility, and you’ll be gratified to have them as keepsakes in your home for years to come.

Most importantly, we’re known for the exceptional quality of our ingredients, and for baking entirely from scratch. Additionally, we offer a range of gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan cake options that taste and look just as exquisite as their traditional counterparts.

Our cakes are more than just a pretty face.

Stop by and grab some lunch and a treat! Lux Sucre Desserts is a casually chic Bakery + Cafe nestled in the charming Charbonneau neighborhood of Wilsonville, OR. Serving up delicious scratch made pastries and delicate desserts, fresh made Tartines, Sandwiches and Soups as well as perfected beverages ranging from lattes, loose leaf gourmet teas, local craft beers, wines, and mimosas. Enjoy your time here in our Cafe or take it to go!

PNW couples are quirky and artsy and so unique, I love it!! I don’t enjoy making plain, white, wedding cakes, so I don’t. I enjoy creating through color and texture, by getting a great backstory of who this couple is and what makes them tick. Then I take all that info and design a custom wedding cake, a piece of edible art, just for them and their big day. I love that couples of the PNW just seem to understand that and enjoy it right along with me!

When you’re in the presence of like minded creative freaks of nature, it’s humbling and ohhhh so inspiring. This space was created to push the industry standards to the limits, find a guy/girl gang and collaborate, and always stay learning. My purpose is to lead by example, to show you that you are irreplaceable at your craft, unique in your own way, and worthy of greatness!

Eugene’s mobile gourmet cotton candy cart for weddings + events!

Sugar Crush cotton candy is made with organic sugar, natural flavors, and natural colorings. You won’t find any artificial colors or additives here! Our cotton candy is also gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and kosher.

A little peace of mind can go a long way when it comes to sweets!

Best DJ Finalists

We are thrilled to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding DJ in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These DJs have brought energy and excitement to Pacific Northwest weddings, creating unforgettable moments through their music selection and showmanship. From seamlessly transitioning between songs to engaging the crowd, these finalists have proven themselves as masters of the art of DJing. It’s an honor to present these talented and entertaining DJs to you.

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Events by Kdub has had the pleasure of making hundreds of weddings and receptions the successes brides dream of, plan on, count on, and grooms pray for! We handle everything for you. We have two full sound systems, one for your ceremony and one for the reception venue to ensure no lag time.

To research every vendor they are considering! Read every review ask lots of questions.

Research is vitally important. Every wedding DJ/MC is a bit different and you’ll find a huge spectrum of professionalism and experience. Getting to know how they perform at weddings, the planning resources available to you, and getting a feel for their overall performance/vendor team philosophy will go a long way to help you determine how good a fit they are for your big day.

Our experienced, professional mobile DJ’s and MC’s pride themselves on providing superb sound quality, a diverse music collection, and services to suit your unique event’s needs while always courteous, friendly and energetic. During your event, we will gladly announce activities but never steal the spotlight. We strive to be part of the event and not the focus. Our level of interaction can be anywhere from conservative to out-going. At any level, we provide a professional, understated presence while engaging your guests with music for all to enjoy.

Try not to get overwhelmed. There are a million details – don’t sweat the small stuff.

Best Florals Finalists

We are delighted to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Florals in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These florists have created stunning and imaginative arrangements for Pacific Northwest weddings, bringing beauty and elegance to the event. From bouquets to centerpieces, these finalists have shown a remarkable talent for combining form and function in their designs. It’s a privilege to present these creative and skilled florists to you.

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We offer elopement packages, small scale wedding pick up with our A La Carte option, full service wedding design and more.

The best advice I would give couples planning their wedding would be to choose vendors they connect with and can trust, remember what this day is all about and have fun with the process!

My team and I appreciate beauty and the finer things in life but never allow a day to go by without a good hearty laugh as we design florals for our distinctive wedding clients. We derive great joy collaborating with you to create a dreamy floral vision and bring it life! From concept to installation, the floral statement of your wedding is a masterpiece we take very seriously, even though we are light hearted and fun!

For centuries, flowers have played a very significant role in many of life’s major events and your wedding day is no exception. Flowers are the backdrop of your wedding and set the tone for a remarkable experience and long-held memories. It’s our intention to pair your vision with our floral design expertise and event experience to make your wedding florals a work of art as unique as the feel of your own home.

We create a variety of floral styles from current trends to classic traditional pieces. We can make perfectly sculpted pieces or just gathered from the garden look. Whether your floral order is big or small we can make it happen! We love creating beautiful elegant show-stopping bouquets and centerpieces. Garland flower walls or overhead hanging floral installations. Small floral pieces to complete your vision throughout the venue and all other floral pieces to make your day picture perfect.

Love Blooms offers the convenience of many vendors within one company. We can virtually do it all. We offer event design, full service coordination, wedding planning, custom floral to fit your budget and theme, chalkboard art, décor rentals and full installation set up and tear down. Our goal is to help you achieve your every wedding dream while making the planning process stress free. You can choose to hire us for all or just one! Whatever your need we are here to help!

Let’s grow something beautiful, together.

Embrace the best parts of living in the PNW and go local. We are so lucky to live in a place with beautiful outdoor venues, delicious local cuisine, some of the best wine in the country, and some of the most beautiful locally-grown flowers anywhere in the world.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Try to keep things as simple as possible! Don’t over complicate your ideas and visions and ask for help from your vendors!

Best Hair + Makeup Artist Finalists

We are proud to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artist in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These artists have transformed Pacific Northwest brides and grooms into their most beautiful and confident selves on their special day. From creating the perfect hairstyle to enhancing natural beauty, these finalists have shown a mastery of their craft that is truly remarkable. It’s an honor to present these talented and dedicated hair & makeup artists to you.

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While we are widely known for our natural and soft makeup looks and clean, romantic hair styles – Our stylists do have the ability to cater to a select few other looks and would love to talk into greater detail prior to your date reservation.

We love a good love story. Hearing about all walks of life, how the couple met, and getting to know them and their closest friends and family is very special.

As hair and makeup artists, we absolutely LOVE handing the bride the mirror for the first time and seeing her smile radiate! Helping women feel and look their most beautiful self is so heart warming.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Stay true to you, and enjoy the process.

Walking this journey with my clients has blessed me more than I can express…I believe ALL people are beautiful, and I’ve been gifted the chance to help them tell their stories by simply adding color.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

The PNW vibe isn’t like any other in the world. The dedication to authenticity and organic colors and themes are always the baseline for a great event!

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Ignore the social trends and ‘expectations’ that society puts on you as a bride. Remember and stay true to who you are. You do you -the people who matter the most you will love you and be there for your special day no matter what!

We are a full service hair salon and spa in Hillsboro Or.

Best Mobile Bar Finalists

We are excited to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Mobile Bar in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These mobile bars have brought the party to Pacific Northwest weddings, serving up creative cocktails and delicious drinks to the delight of the happy couples and their guests. From custom bar setups to expert bartending, these finalists have shown their dedication to making the bar experience at weddings a memorable one. It’s a pleasure to present these talented and innovative mobile bar providers to you.

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We will travel anywhere in the PNW as long as there is a road. Home base is currently in Portland, travel will be included in the price when you book depending on location.

Garnish your food with our drinks🥤✨
Elevating non-alcoholic beverages.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Hire a planner so you can enjoy your day and days leading up to it. And have a fun non alcoholic beverage option at your event like Bubbles & Treats

Our mission: Great event bars made easy!

We provide more than just great, licensed bartenders. We bring all the supplies too! Ice, cups, napkins, straws, fresh juices and house made syrups. You can even rent one of our mobile bars! We have three options to choose from, including a 1965 vintage camper bar.

Our service experiences include: Beer + Wine, Mixed Drinks, and Signature Cocktails, and we carry both Liquor and General Liability insurance.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

The PNW is home to amazing brewers, distillers, and wine makers. Offer your guests a taste of PNW by choosing local!

Our staff includes a large network of local, licensed, and experienced Bartenders, ready to serve your guests with speed, professionalism, and a friendly smile.

Since we specialize in and focus on providing bar services, we help ensure that all of your event bar needs are on-par with every other stage of planning – and not just an add-on service at becomes a second-thought.

Hiring an experienced and professional team of Bartenders is vital to a safe and fun event. Let the pros focus on what they do best; the photographer take photos, the DJ play music, the Caterers cook the food, and the Bartenders be the Bartenders – not a secondary add-on to another service or an afterthought. As we all learned from Covid, people get sick or things come up – hire a team so if something comes up, we handle it – nothing worse than a last-minute call from the “friend of a friend who used to bartend” getting sick and now has to cancel, and now you have to scramble to find a fill-in when you already have enough on your plate. Just hire a great team so you know it is handled from start to finish.

Hablas español

Bar consultation and menu planning
Eco-friendly disposable drinkware
Licensed M.A.S.T friendly bartenders + so much more!

Tipsy-Trailer offers experienced bartending staff that pride themselves on helping our clients create a fun and delicious beverage menu that will fit perfectly for your event.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Makes decisions based on what is important to you and your partner, make it personable and memorable. Choosing vendors who understand and listen to your vision will help you tremendously in making your vision come to life.

Best Officiant Finalists

We are proud to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Officiant in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These wedding officiants have brought heart and soul to Pacific Northwest wedding ceremonies, guiding the happy couples through their vows and celebrating their love. From creating personalized ceremonies to making each couple feel truly special, these finalists have shown a rare talent for making the wedding ceremony a memorable and meaningful experience. It’s a privilege to present these compassionate and skilled wedding officiants to you.

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I help couples not just “get through” the ceremony, but have a ceremony that fits their personal tastes, one they can celebrate. I want you to have a ceremony that makes you marvel and say “Wow, that was so us.”

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

I absolutely love working with couples who are invested in honoring their journey to the altar and beyond. Couples who are not necessarily just trying to break tradition but rather are truly being authentic to themselves. I completely understand that weddings and elopements can take a ton of planning but it all revolves around marrying the person you love so when couples understand that and want to craft something personalized for the ceremony I am over the moon to be a part of their special day.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Utilize your vendor’s experience and knowledge to the best of your ability. Throughout the planning process, you may have a need, question, concern, or a referral… use us. This is what we do for a living, and we may have some great insight for you. Contact us as often as you need to. This is what we’re here for.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Take the time to reflect on your core values and intentions, on what you want your wedding to bring you as a lasting experience and memory. Choose vendors that can guide and support you in fulfilling YOUR intentions. And as an officiant and couples counselor, invest in making your wedding a beautiful, inspiring foundation for your marriage. Most of all, do all the planning and then be as present and in your hearts as possible for the big day. It is a celebration of your love after all and day one of the rest of your lives together.

Best Photo Booth Finalists

We are excited to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Photo Booth in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These photo booths have added fun and excitement to Pacific Northwest weddings, capturing memories and laughs for the happy couples and their guests. From high-quality cameras to creative props and backdrops, these finalists have shown their commitment to making the photo booth experience at weddings a memorable one. It’s a pleasure to present these innovative and entertaining photo booth providers to you.

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We are obsessed with bringing your Pinterest board to life through creative designs, totally customized to your unique vision. We’re here to take care of every detail so you can stress less and dance more!

You make the dreams, we light the stars.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Wedding should be just as easy and fun to attend as they are to plan. It’s all about the experience and memories. Enjoy it and take it one day at a time.

Portland, OR photo booth rentals for Weddings, Corporate Events, Birthdays, and more!
At Puddles we don’t believe in boring events. We’re here to provide a VIP photo experience and make sure your guests have a damn good time. Simple as that.
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Puddles Photo Booth Rentals are available in all of Oregon from Portland to Eugene to Bend and beyond.

We are photographers of 20 yrs, traveled motorcycle builders, seasoned carpenters, we are a family. We Are Shutter Bus Co.

We’ve played around with various photo booths over the years. But it wasn’t until we adopted our VW bus into the fam that we decided to branch off and create something truely unique. I can’t say we’re the first of its kind but I vouch for our quality and style over the rest any day.

Driven by creativity and the ability to design, fabricate and tune whatever our minds create. The Shutter Bus is as fun for us as it will be for you.

We don’t want anyone to settle for less. We will continue to be inspired and create.

When most people hear “photo booth” they think of an old school, dark, clunky booth with a crowded interior. They picture cheesy props and low quality images that print once and never make it to social…(unless someone takes a picture of a picture). It doesn’t exactly scream “life of the party” and the service is far from raved-about.

But we’re not your old school photo booth….

Our modern, open concept experience is changing the way people think of photo booths. Picture a sleek design with on-trend backdrops, handmade props, high-quality digital images, social media integration, and unlimited prints so everyone can go home with a tangible memory of a really good time.

Plus, your dedicated Smirk Concierge is there on-site to offer the best service in Portland and encourage your guests to let personality shine.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Make time to spend TOGETHER on your wedding day.

Hi! We’re Portland’s & the surrounding regions! most unique photo booth company. With the largest selection of booths in all of the US, beyond amazing customer service, awesome booth attendants and a huge selection of backdrops and props we’re sure to have exactly what you need for your wedding to make it reflect your vision.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

With so many incredible options for venues you’re going to find one that is perfect. Just get on that part early! 😀 Same for your caterer. We’ve got an embarrassing number of fantastic caterers in this area so you’re going to find someone who’s going to get you the perfect menu. And for us, let’s get the date booked first! We’ve got a great selection of booths that we can chat about and will find one that is perfect for your wedding. I promise!

Best PHOTOGRAPHER Finalists

We are thrilled to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Photographer in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These photographers have captured the magic and emotion of Pacific Northwest weddings, preserving memories that will last a lifetime. From stunning portraits to candid moments, these finalists have shown an unparalleled talent for capturing the essence of the happy couples and their guests. It’s an honor to present these talented and creative photographers to you, and we thank you for your continued support in recognizing the best in the wedding industry.

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Let’s make some magic together.

I love to be outdoors and I think I may love the beach most. There’s something about the water that resonates with my soul. Nothing beats staring out at the waves as they crash along the rocks.

Elopements and Weddings have captured my heart. I can’t wait to see what the remainder of the year and next has in store for me. I also love impromptu weekend getaways, and I’m always up for some extra shooting while I’m traveling.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Take a breath. Wedding planning can most definitely be all sorts of stressful. Be open to change— as long as the day ends with you marring your significant other, than all will end well. I promise.

We love photography of any kind. Whether it be weddings, portraits, family, pets, real estate, landscape, or whatever you can dream of, we love to do them. Capturing memories is our goal and we strive for the end result to be loved by you.
We now have a wedding officiant available! Contact us with all your questions and for more information!

First thing to do is to find where and when you want your wedding. A planner always helps ease the stress and can help you find your dream team for your wedding. Venue is the first to book, and then your photographer. Those two tend to book a year or more out. Having a great relationship with your photographer is so important for you to have a great experience.

First thing to do is to find where and when you want your wedding. A planner always helps ease the stress and can help you find your dream team for your wedding. Venue is the first to book, and then your photographer. Those two tend to book a year or more out. Having a great relationship with your photographer is so important for you to have a great experience.

I hope that by hearing a little about me and my why that you will consider to hire me to capture your memories. I can promise you that we will become friends. I pride myself on building real relationships with my clients and am so thankful for all the amazing connections I’ve made in this small town in Washington.

Whidbey Island Photographer

– Professional 3rd wheel
– Whidbey, Skagit, Seattle, PNW & beyond
– From weddings to families
– Galatians 5:22-23

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Try to enjoy the process! We all know that wedding planning can be daunting and stressful. Lay out a budget, what vendors are most important to you, and go from there. Enjoy your time and the memories you are making during such an exciting experience together!

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Take your time with planning. Planning big or small events can be stressful and going in with the mindset of “getting through it” will lead to a less exciting day. Taking your time and intentionally selecting vendors and pieces of your day will lead to a more authentic wedding! I always recommend to my couples that ever part of wedding planning should be a fun date night!

Best PLANNER Finalists

We are thrilled to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Planner in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These exceptional wedding planners have made a name for themselves in the Pacific Northwest by creating unforgettable weddings for their clients. From managing every detail to handling unexpected situations with ease, these finalists have the skills, experience, and passion to make every wedding a seamless and beautiful event. It’s an honor to present these talented and dedicated wedding planners to you.

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Your wedding planner is there to help you throughout your planning and collaborates with you to create a wedding celebration that reflects your personal style. From full wedding coordination to month-of/day-of coordination, Bend Weddings and Events will be there for you.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Prioritize the top three things you want in your wedding. Whether it’s a dress, a full-service wedding planner, or a particular caterer. Don’t feel pressured to spend money how you’re “supposed” to. Make your dream wedding, yours!

Don’t stress out over the abundance of tasks needed to plan a special event. At CME Experience, we can guarantee overall success for your party to reach above and beyond your expectations.

We offer unlimited calls, texts, emails, and consultations, and we travel all over the country to help plan the perfect event.

We coordinate weddings, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, bachelorette/ bachelor parties, birthday parties, retirement parties, corporate parties, holiday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, celebrations of life, and more.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

We love that everyone’s wedding is uniquely theirs. No two weddings are the same, just like our couples!

With over 30 years in the hospitality industry, we provide Wedding Planning and on-site coordination for weddings throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington! We specialize in the northern Oregon coast and outdoor weddings!

Born and raised in the PNW I love helping couples show off all the natural beauty and incredible food and wine, only found in the Pacific Northwest!

Our focus is creating elevated weddings and elopements that are specifically designed for couples deeply in love. We believe wedding planning is more than timelines and checklists. It’s about being a guide, friend, and confidant.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

I always recommend including items on your wedding day that show who you are as a couple! Let’s tailor the event to your personality, your interests, your priorities – it’s about finding out what’s important to you and incorporating that in the design and overall feel of the day to make a one of a kind wedding.

When it comes to wedding planning, the fun of tasting delicious cake flavors and choosing your signature cocktail can come along with stress: budgets constraints, complicated family history, insecurities, an overwhelming number of decisions to make, and of course the stress of trying to get it all done while still working your full time job. we hear you. we understand. we’ve been there.

​I’ll be here to help keep you calm, to support you, and to guide you through the wedding planning process from finding your venue to sending your thank-you cards (and every overwhelming detail in between). when we work together, you have a friend, an advocate, and a professional on your team. you can rest assured that your dj will pronounce names correctly, your bridal party will know what is expected of them, and you, your guests and team of vendors will feel special.

​When you book us, you will receive general advice, guidance, reassurance, and unlimited, timely communication. we will do whatever we can to ensure you, your guests, and your team of vendors feel supported and taken care of. you receive full access to our online planning software, free eco-friendly consultation, and extra love and surprises on your wedding day making your investment worth every penny.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

Finding epic locations. The PNW has an overwhelming amount of beauty from the coast the to mountains to wine country to right downtown. There are endless possibilities and I love helping couples navigate that.

Best RENTALS Finalists

We are proud to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Rentals in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These exceptional rental companies have the inventory and expertise to turn any wedding venue into a stunning and memorable setting. From elegant linens to unique decor, these finalists have a wealth of options for brides and grooms to choose from to make their special day truly unforgettable. It’s a privilege to present these talented and hardworking rental companies to you.

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What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Pay attention to those who give you attention! No matter how long they’ve been in business, it’s important that every vendor treat you like you’re the most important person (because let’s be honest – on your day, you are!) Don’t be afraid to ask questions, even if they seem like obvious ones. It’s likely your first time figuring this all out, so it’s expected to have a bunch of questions. Any professional wedding vendor will be more than happy to answer anything that arises.

Handcrafted with attention to detail we create each table from hand sanding and staining to the final clear coat, allowing the beauty of the wood to shine through. The elegant look of our farm style tables in your backyard, park or indoor venue will complement any event. We truly love having our crafted work as a part of your celebration.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

Their ability to embrace the beauty of the NW and all it has to offer.

Your Full-Service Special Event & Party Rental Store in Portland, Oregon
We proudly serve the entire Portland-Vancouver Metro area.

What advice do you have for couples planning their PNW wedding?

Trust your gut and don’t get caught up on what everyone else thinks you should do. Remember what is most important to you and your partner.This is your special moment. You want to look back on that day and think, wow, I did get the wedding of my dreams.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

We love that our couples want a wedding that is meaningful and personal, and that it shows in the styling and design.

Best VENUE Finalists

We are honored to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Venue in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These stunning venues in the Pacific Northwest offer a breathtaking backdrop for the most important day in a couple’s life. From elegant ballrooms to rustic barns, these finalists have the perfect setting for any style of wedding. With exceptional facilities and dedicated staff, they have the ability to make every wedding a day to remember. It’s a privilege to present these deserving venues to you.

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What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

PNW couples seem to want to embrace the essence of the region and want their celebration to be fresh, local and seasonal. Those are all things that speak true to our hearts at Coopers Hall as well!

Destination Weddings and Events + Ocean Front Lodging
Crook Point hosts exquisite weddings of all sizes – small and large – from elopements to petite weddings to weddings of up to 300 guests. Romance is always in the air with everything from small, intimate ceremonies on our private beach to several locations where couples can celebrate their nuptials with larger receptions.

We also offer inclusive intimate wedding packages designed to take care of the bulk of your wedding planning needs and facilitate an effortless event for you, your fiancé and guests upon arriving on property.

With unparalleled natural beauty and views, a wedding at Crook Point is nothing short of magical. Our 3,000-acre historic family estate nestled in the southern Oregon coast the perfect setting for destination weddings.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

Our couples have a special appreciation for nature loving the sea and forest and we love that they want a natural setting as the backdrop for their celebration.

Secluded in the forest, our outdoor only event space borders the Kaniksu National Forest. Your meeting areas are nestled in the trees, gravel walkways, lights strung overhead for enchanting evenings under the stars. Our forest spaces offer you + your guests serenity and peace. Respite from the hustle and bustle. Secluded and private, it is like nothing you have ever experienced

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

We love how much they love, appreciate + respect our outdoor forest experience. We adore sharing our land with our couples + when their party appreciates it as much as we do, it feels like we’re doing exactly what we’re supposed to be doing!

The wedding garden is bordered by seasonal flowers and surrounded by beautiful maple, oak, cedar, and other varieties of mature trees. A large courtyard gives you many options for cocktails, dinner and dancing with patio seating, picnic tables and hanging lights. We have a nine basket regulation disc golf course on the property and lots of room for lawn games, camp fires and camping.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

I love working with PNW couples because they are all so different and easy to work with. I learn so much from all their ideas but also how they are so appreciative of my help and expertise!

Best Wedding Films/Videographer Finalists

We are thrilled to introduce the nominees for the Best Wedding Films/Videography in the 2022 PNW Weddings Magazine Excellence Awards, as nominated by our readers. These talented videographers have the ability to capture the emotions, moments, and memories of a couple’s special day in a way that photographs simply cannot. From cinematic masterpieces to candid shots, these finalists have the skills and creativity to tell the unique story of every wedding they film. It’s an honor to present these exceptional videographers to you.

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Ambient Sky is an award-winning, boutique style studio specializing in contemporary wedding films and photography collections. As storytellers and visual artists our unique approach to capturing life’s most cherished moments for our couples and their families is what makes our work unparalleled.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

The unique ways that couples celebrate their love and family. Traditions are fun if they are meaningful, however in the PNW many couples break the “rules” and make their day meaningful by embracing their own story and personalities. We love creating beautiful imagery with their unique vision for their day!

Hi! We’re Josh and Emma Birman!

We are a husband and wife duo that specializes in both photo and video. You can book us for just video or just photo or both. Our editing style is very true to life while not looking un-edited, and timeless. While we love a good pose, our aim is to create MOMENTS that reveal you authentic selves for us to capture. We want your video and photos to show who you truly are. Our priority on your wedding day is to capture high quality, beautiful visuals, and for you to feel comfortable and have fun in front of the camera. We only take on about 20-25 weddings per year in order to serve all our couples well and give you the attention and care you deserve. Because of this our services are a decent investment, and we do not offer discounts.

We are a balance of professional, and goofy. We love to make our couples laugh! We live our lives trying to glorify God and be like Jesus, and we consider our job our ministry. That means we strive to LOVE our couples well and treat you like we would want to be treated.

A good wedding coordinator will change your life! Find someone who listens well to make your day the one you’ve dreamt of.

I know that couples put their hearts into their wedding — making them unique, memorable, and reflective of their own personal taste. I honor their dedication by giving couples a beautiful final product equivalent to their love… I am hands-on with each project because I do not want to leave couples with generic and uninspired wedding photos or films — meaning, you won’t find me, “just showing up and taking random photos.” That is the personal investment couples get from choosing Lost in the Trees Media over a company that prioritizes business over a relationship. Honestly, my main goal is to make couples happy.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

Finding epic locations. The PNW has an overwhelming amount of beauty from the coast the to mountains to wine country to right downtown. There are endless possibilities and I love helping couples navigate that.

Husband & Wife. Mom & Dad. Film Makers.Your New Best Friends!

We call Washington home & live in a small town in Kitsap County. Both of us were born & raised in the PNW with Mackenzie living in the North Kitsap area her entire life & Josh growing up in Bend, Oregon before heading up to Washington. We are parents to our sweet daughter Rory & love doing everything with her in tow. She’s truly the best thing to ever happen to us & you probably won’t get off a first meeting call with us without hearing something about her. We’re big on traditions & spending time together. We look for every spare weekend we can to get away on little adventures & we’re always on the hunt for a new place to enjoy happy hour drinks & apps. Film, design & entrepreneurship have been both our passions since we were young as both of our parents are business owners themselves.

What Advice Do You Have For Couples Planning Their PNW Wedding?

Never find someone “less” for your photographer AND videographer. These are the ONLY two things that you’ll have FOREVER to remember your day, who was there, the emotion you felt, the moments you didn’t see etc. If you don’t like your photo or video, you’ll remember THAT forever instead. Pick your favorites, book them stat, rest easy knowing they’re going to capture all the best stuff.

Our projects start with the soul. The search for ‘what is’. What is really there, what is the essence. It shows itself naturally when we as story tellers, filmmakers, cinematographers, can step back and let truth express itself. Might sound a little cooky, but shhhh…it’s our little secret to getting the money shots 🙂
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When we get a sense for ‘what is’, we move through the rest of the day shooting from this perspective, with this understanding as our guide. This is where heart comes in. Stories are full of emotion, and we follow the heart in what to capture, what to influence, what not to influence. Many of the events we end up at are HUGE moments in your life, and we hold one thing above all else. To be there for you, let your day be the natural expression of you and yours, and let our work enhance your experience rather than dictate it.

What do you love most about working with couples in the PNW?

The incredible backdrop from being on location that you can’t avoid when working in the PNW. Whether it’s the mountains, ocean, forest or open fields. It’s just gorgeous everywhere.