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 Surprise Wedding Proposal with Spotted Stills Photography

It started out with a fun couples Bridal Styled shoot and ended up with Nick proposing to Carlie.

Jen with Spotted Stills Photography was right there to capture this one in a lifetime memory for this sweet couple.

I absolutely loved created this modern ranunculus and textured floral crown. Although I design a lot of floral crowns and wearable hair accents {aka head wreath, halo, floral combs} this one was a top favorite for 2019. It was inspired by the stunning detailing on this gown from BHLDN / Brides for a Cause Portland.

It was fun incorporated a small pop of coral-orange-bronze tones into the bridal bouquet as a nod to fall/October.

Enjoy!

Photography: Spotted Stills Photography

Floral Crown: Sophisticated Floral

Gown: BHLDN -Brides for a Cause Portland

Locations: Peacock Mansion/ Cathedral Park-St Johns Bridge

Oregon Columbia River Gorge Elopement with Rue Photography

I am loving the sunset images Rue Photography took at the Columbia River Gorge.

Although it was a cold fall day the images look soft and warm based on Rue’s editing style and the warm color palette of Trisha’s bouquet.

Trisha happens to be a hair and make up stylist and did her own hair and make up here. I love the loose and organic style of the braid.

The dry pods, preserved grassed and textures are truly making a huge comeback right now in the world of weddings and design. Its a perfect boho element for the bride who is looking for a minimalist yet impactful and unique design.

Bridal bouquet consisted of lunaria, pampas grass, eucalyptus, wax flower, bronze ferns, hypericum, roses, bunny tails, magnolia leaves, ranunculus, garden roses and more. Accented with mustard yellow silk ribbons that blew softly in the wind.

The absolutely gorgeous lace gown was from Bridal Exclusives. I always have a soft spot for them, since this is where I purchased my own gown from 14 years ago.

You can view more images on Rue Photogrphy blog post here.

Photography: Rue Photography

Gown Designer: Allure Bridal from Bridal Exclusives

Hair and Make Up: Tricia Storm Beauty

Floral: Sophisticated Floral

Location: Columbia River Gorge

Columbia River Gorge Sunrise Shoot with Simpler Images Photography

This was a fun collaboration with one of my favorite Portland area Models -Alexandra Hagel.

Simpler Images Photography captured some beautiful shots. The early sunrise, fog and the cool colors provided a beautiful backdrop to this ethereal look.

The lace gown was a perfect way to accessorize this boho styled look.

I used the last of the season’s purple dahlias, paired with berries, garden roses, succulents, seedum and silver dollar eucalyptus, accented with a soft flowy ribbon.

Photography: Simpler Images Photography

Model: Alexandra Hagel {Portland Model}

Floral: Sophisticated Floral

Location: Columbia River Gorge

Oregon Columbia River Gorge Spring Shoot with Liza James Photography

Its Spring time and local peonies are finally in season again.

That means its time for a fun impromptu sunrise shoot with Liza James Photography and Estera at the beautiful Columbia River Gorge.

Peonies, spray roses, agapanthus, spirea, ruscus, bayleaf and olive- make up this fun boho style bridal bouquet. Its lightweight, airy and effortlessly beautiful.

Photography: Liza James Photography

Floral Crown: Sophisticated Floral

Portland Spring Couples Shoot with Spotted Stills Photography

Amy and Ryan looked amazing on their spring couples shoot with Spotted Stills Photography.

Amy happens to be a fellow photographer with Rosencrown Photography

I absolutely loved created this ranunculus floral crown. Although I design a lot of floral crowns {aka head wreath, halo} this one tops the list of my all time favorites. Luxurious Italian Ranunculus, roses, jasmine vine and texture in blush, white and green compliments this dusty mauve dress very well.

Photography: Spotted Stills Photography

Floral Crown: Sophisticated Floral

Columbia River Gorge Oregon Engagement Session -Korina + Lilian

Spring means its engagement photo season. Columbia River Gorge provides a stunning backdrop for Engaged Couples. Yuliya Fedosov Photography did an amazing job capturing Korina and Lilian’s sunset session.

I cannot wait to show you their beautiful wedding that was held at The Oregon Golf Club in July.

Photography: Yuliya Fedosov Photography

Floral: Sophisticated Floral

Location: Columbia River Gorge

Portland Spring Engagement Shoot with Spotted Stills Photography

Spring photo sessions are the best! The weather is warm and all the blooming trees make for a stunning backdrop.

Floral Crown is the perfect hair accessory. I absolutely loved created this asymmetrical floral wreath. Ranunculus, roses and texture in blush and green compliments the dress very well.

Photography: Spotted Stills Photography

Floral Crown: Sophisticated Floral

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.

Claudia and Justin Anniversary Shoot in Portland Rose Garden

Claudia and Justin got married young and never really had a formal wedding.

On their Anniversary they decided to do a beautiful shoot with flowers, gorgeous lace dress at International Rose Test Garden in Portland, Oregon. It holds special memories for them both.

Congratulations and here's to many more happy years together!

Photography: Molly Van Wagner

Taylor and Kevin's Oregon Coast Intimate Wedding/Elopement

Taylor and Kevin came here from Oklahoma to get married at the Oregon Coast. This was a special location to both of them, since this is where they got engaged.

Taylor wanted a lush, organic, free form bridal bouquet featuring white flowers and lots of foliage and textures.

I created her bouquet to include peonies, spray roses, ferns, seeded eucalyptus, blushing bride protea, lysimachia, olive branches, ruscus, camelia foliage, calycina and oregon grown blackberries for that added texture.

What Taylor had to say:

"Lora is incredible. I could not have dreamed of more beautiful flowers to make my wedding day feel so incredibly magical. I had a destination wedding on the Oregon coast, and many of my details about where I needed the flowers and what time I needed them changed several times throughout the planning process. Lora was always so quick to respond and to accommodate whatever changes I needed to make. She was so helpful, so sweet, and seriously could not be more talented. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone! "

Photography: Sam Landreth Photography

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Bridal Gown: The Bridal Boutique of Oklahoma

Hair and Make up: Katy Melton

Photos below were taken by me. I always love doing the detail shots before the flowers leave my studio.

I loved creating this all green boutonniere consisting of ferns, seeded eucalyptus, ruscus, blackberries and olive branch.

I love the tiny olives that made their way into this all foliage floral crown.

Persi and David -Winter Engagement session with Spotted:Stills Photography

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.

Photography: Spotted Stills

Floral Design: Sophisticated Floral

Hair and Make up: Make up by Whit