Leftbank Annex Wedding - Portland, Oregon - R+J

April 19, 2019 Danielle Caldwell Events LLC

Roshan and Josh’s destination wedding was nothing short of perfection or as the bride remarked, “Everything I dreamed it would be.” The couple truly wanted this to be a party, and that it was. The wedding was set in a warehouse-style venue. The light poured through the large windows of The Annex, giving an elegant backlit aura to the couple as they stood hand-in-hand and said their “I do’s.” The perfect backdrop to the late night dance party.

The celebration started with a lovely ceremony lead by Roshan’s aunt. The room was brought to a mixture of laughter and tears as Roshan and Josh read the vows that they wrote themselves. In a truly unique and beautiful fashion, the couple dipped their fingers in honey to signify their sweet beginning.

Roshan and Josh saying their vows at Leftbank Annex.

The honey that the bride and groom used to seal their love in sweetness.

As a destination wedding, Roshan and Josh incorporated a special nod to Portland. They used the silhouette of the Portland-Oregon sign in several ways – on the guest’s place setting card, as a stencil for a gobo light that projected ‘Roshan & Josh’ on the dance floor, and on the top of their wedding cake.

Roshan and Josh pre ceremony photos in Portland, Oregon.

Roshan, Josh, and their bridal party at Leftbank Annex.

The couples logo showing on the televisions at Leftbank Annex.

The couples logo used for the escort cards

The simple and elegant centerpieces by Vibrant Flowers

The couple choose a lovely cake design made by Papa Hayden and topped with their logo by Letters & Dust

The color palette for this wedding was a romanic hue. Navy for the bridesmaids’ dresses and the groomsmen’s ties, maroon for the groom’s boutonnière, and a mixture of maroon, dusty rose and white were arranged in the bride’s bouquet. An exquisite white orchid floated in a glass flute was an elegant centerpiece that complimented the many white flowers throughout the special day.

Roshan and Josh dancing their first dance at Leftbank Annex.

Laughter, cheers, excitement, and sparklers concluded the reception and signified the beginning of the after party, which lasted until the early morning hours.

Coordination: Danielle, Danielle Caldwell Events; Venue: Leftbank Annex; Photographer: The Marshalls (formerly Wayfarer Studio); Videographer: Goodco Studios; Photo Booth: Aprils Photography; Table Numbers and Cake Topper: Letters & Dust; Catering: Vibrant Table; DJ & MC: DJ Aaron Harris; Floral: Vibrant Flowers; Cake and Desserts: Papa Haydn; Donuts: Voodoo Donuts; Rentals: The Party Place & West Coast Drape; Hair and Makeup: Portland Makeup and Hair

Sentinel Hotel Renaissance Inspired Wedding Shoot - Oregon Bride Feature

March 21, 2019 Danielle Caldwell Events LLC

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Done in early January, the theme for this photo shoot was a renaissance-styled wedding. Inspiration was taken from an oil painting, a circular structure, and Louis chairs that caught my eye. I had so much fun selecting the velvet linens and napkins, a nod to January’s frosty mornings, and pale ash-blue that conjures thoughts of a foggy evening as the sun sets in late winter.

Although muted, colors that hint to somber pastel paintings add a vibrant ambiance to the day that brings warmth and joy. Regal yet bold and powerful, the crystal stemware, silver flatware, and gold-plated charters brought our vision to life. In the bride’s bouquet and the groom’s boutonnière, the oxblood and dark lavender flora added complimentary contrast to the main color palette.

These colors were carried into the ceremony floral arrangements, which were hung on a circular pipe and drape and placed on wooden pedestals for an accent. The Louis chairs in the ceremony and lush couches in the reception complemented each other very well. To add a bit of ice to complete the winter elegance, a subtle spark, a diamond ring and a chain of pearls for the bride!

A huge thank you to all the vendors involved:

Coordination: Danielle, Danielle Caldwell Events; Venue: Sentinel Hotel & Jakes Catering; Photographer: Deyla Huss Photography; Flowers: Bella Bloom Florals; Rentals: Classic Vintage Rentals & The Party Place; Linens: Creative Coverings; Cake: Dreamcakes; Bridal Boutiques: The White Dress; Groom: Bonobos Downtown PDX; Hair, Makeup & Beauty: Portland Makeup and Hair; Jewelry: Alchemy; Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Crave Design; Wine: Cask and Crup NW

A perfect ceremony setup at the Sentinel Hotel in Portland, Oregon.

Castaway Portland Wedding - Portland, Oregon - M+B

March 1, 2019 Danielle Caldwell Events LLC

Megan and Brad pre ceremony photos in Portland, Oregon.

I absolutely loved being a part of the Simpson wedding. It was such a delight to work with Megan and Brad. They had a vision of simple and elegant, while incorporating their love of travel. They both have friends and family from all over the world, and to see so many of them come to Portland to celebrate their union was amazing.

Although it was not an outdoor wedding, their day had the feel of the one by the use of colors. The bridal party used a vibrant green flora which complimented the darker color palette wonderfully – a gorgeous blend of colors that fit the season perfectly. Rather than using colorful bouquets, white roses were the only way to go, as they are timeless, delicate, and minimalistic. Because simplicity was the main element here, the wedding cake was merely adorned with a few simple green sprigs.

This couple loved to travel, so having them use their favorite destinations as table numbers was the perfect way to bring everyone together. They paired each destination with a description explaining the background story so guests could understand the significance of each place. How suiting for such a pair!

Table numbers used to display one of the many locations the couple traveled to.

A gorgeous wedding cake decked out in greenery which tied into the simple and elegant centerpieces.

The night concluded with fresh warm donuts from Pips Donut Truck and a sparkler sendoff. Talk about a perfect Portland wedding. Truly a magical way to start your life as husband and wife!

Megan and Brad enjoying a late night snack of Pips Donuts at Castaway Portland.

Ending the night with a sparkler sendoff!

Coordination: Danielle Caldwell Events; Photographer: The Marshalls (Formerly Wayfarer Studio); Venue: Castaway Portland; Catering: Pearl Catering; DJ: DJ Mr Mumu; Floral: Arranged For You; Donuts: Pips Donut Truck; Rentals: The Party Place; Transportation: Eco Shuttle and Oregon Town Car

Wedding Planners: What WE do for you

February 1, 2019 Danielle Caldwell Events LLC

It is February already! Can you believe it? We truly hope your 2019 has been amazing so far! We want to start off this new year with an important topic when it comes to your wedding day - why you should hire a Wedding (Event) Planner, and more importantly, what WE will do when you hire us.

Wedding planning is fun, exciting, and a lot of work. For some it can be very stressful, but we are here to guide you, answer questions, provide recommendations, and most importantly, take that stress away from you! When you hires us, you are hiring a professional who can design, coordinate, and execute a stunning event. Let’s take a moment to look at some of the key reasons our job is more than clipboard and headpiece.

You hear us talk A LOT about vision. The truth is most brides (and grooms as well) have been dreaming up what their wedding day will look like for years. It is important that we understand what that looks like so we can help you turn that dream in to a reality! How do we do this? We create mood boards that show you the color pallet, types of floral presentations and décor options, and other details that are important. Next, we ask you what the two most important elements of your day are - this could be entertainment, food, decor, or anything in between. Once everything is agreed upon, we look at your proposed budgets so that we can recommend the best vendors based on all this information. All in all, having a second mind and someone knowledgeable to bounce ideas off of can be a major asset.

Our second important task is to communicate and collaborate with your vendors. I am going to let you in on a secret - we are constantly networking with all types of vendors, including rental companies, photographers, florists, and caterers, etc. Why? We live in a city filled with incredibly talented vendors that we personally know and love! Knowledge of our preferred collaborators helps us to aid you in choosing vendors that suit your desires and style. And in addition to that, our personal relationships with vendors in the local area allow us to provide you with the highest quality services at the best price. This is also a reason you should hire a planner from the very start, versus waiting until the end.

Just so you know, we cannot help you negotiate prices after contracts have been signed and agreed upon – it is too late! Once you have hired your vendors, we take over. We ensure that they all have the correct information and we collaborate with you and them for your timeline, room diagrams, walk through, and on the actual wedding day. There are so many moving parts, and we want to be absolutely sure that no details are left behind. For instance, if you want photos taken of you while you are getting ready and also want to do a first look, we ensure your makeup and hair artist, as well as your photographers, are all on the same page. If the photographer needs more time for family photos, we work with you and the other vendors to adjust your timeline accordingly.

Lastly, and the most important element, is the day of coordination and management! By this time we have created and reviewed your personalized timeline and diagram, you and your vendors have all reviewed it multiple times and feel good about it; we have done a venue walk-through and completed your rehearsal. Now it is our turn to execute all the details so that you and your loved ones can enjoy the celebration. This includes ensuring set-up goes smoothly and your guests are taken care of. We are there to guide you and the wedding party down the aisle, provide you food and drink when you need it, bustle your dress, ensure your bridal suite is stocked, someone is there to make sure the groom and groomsmen are following the timeline… and the list goes on!

While we are on the topic of the big day, we want to take a moment to address the difference between our job and that of your venue. It is possible that you have booked a venue that has a staff member with the title of, “Event Manager” or “Venue Coordinator,”but there is a large distinction between our roles. (Disclaimer: the following is not to say that this role is not imperative and crucial to the process, because it definitely is)! To broadly generalize, this individual at the venue is there to handle their staff and anything related to the event space itself (as well as anything else the venue is providing such as rentals). Helpful and a major player, however, their job is not to call the DJ who is running late or set up the reception decor. Neither will they stay on top of your timelines or assist you or your guests with small tasks. That is where we come in! We work for you and you alone throughout the entire planning process through the wedding day, and we have your best interest in mind at ALLtimes.

With all that being said, hopefully you now feel more informed and equipped to decide if a Wedding Planner is right for you! We would love to hear about your vision and to offer you a free consultation to do so! Hiring a planner is a big decision, but we believe it is something that should never be overlooked in executing a successful and stress-free wedding. We cannot wait to hear from you!