VENDOR NETWORK
If you're anything like me, you prefer to hire people that come highly recommended from folks who have worked with them before. I've compiled a list of fellow vendors so you can feel confident in hiring businesses that are reliable and top-notch.
Vendor Network
Animals
Classy Camelids
fun@classycamelids.com
Shannon Joy is a llama mama, through and through. You can have festive llamas at your wedding (therapy animals by day, party animals by night!) or even have your wedding at their property!
Portland Goat Parties
You can rent goats to be an activity for your celebration, or have them be the ring bearers!
Balloons
Small & Mighty Event Rentals Plus
www.smallandmightyevents.com
Carbon Footprint Calculator
Wedding Footprint Calculator (Less Stuff, More Meaning)
www.lessstuffmoremeaning.org/weddingfootprintcalculator
Clothing
Dresses
The Pretty Pear Bride
prettypearbride.com
If you're a plus size bride, the Pretty Pear is amazing. They focus on body positivity, and have many wedding planning resources on their site as well.
Sparkly Gowns
sparklygowns.com
This store opened in Northwest Portland in 2022 and offers a wide range of formal gowns. A good place to find something not “traditionally” bridal.
Suits / Non-Dresses
Duchess Clothier
duchessclothier.com
The Natty Dresser
thenattydresser.com
Childcare
NW Nannies
nwnannies.net
Compostables
Dtocs
dtocs.com
This is an Oregon-based and BIPOC mom-owned business that makes compostable palm leaf plates. Super nice plates!
Decorations
Dash of Pride
dashofpride.com
Dash of Pride makes wedding and event decor for the LGBTQ+ community, and also offers a wedding vendor directory with a specific focus on long-term accountability.
Florals
Wildflower Portland
wildflowerportland.com
Chas does excellent work and is also a terrific communicator before and on a wedding day. I highly recommend Wildflower Portland.
Hyacinth Orange
www.hyacinthorange.com
Novella
novellatheory.com
Songbird Floristry
www.songbirdfloristry.com
Solabee
www.solabeeflowers.com
Flower Pressing & Preservation
Vancuterie
www.vancuterie.com
Food & Drinks
Bartending
Bliss Bar
Mobile bar out of a converted horse trailer. Myrhiah is a hospitality and bartending queen.
Simple Bar
https://www.simplebarservice.com/
They also offer full service for serving and bussing meals, parking, and more.
Cigars
Cigars with Melissa
Desserts
Sugarland
Chef Sugar is an amazing pastry chef! I've tasted some of her cupcakes, and they were fantastic. She also creates airbrush cookies, perfect for wedding party invitation boxes and wedding favors!
Sweetheart St. Johns
Lauretta Jean’s
www.laurettajeans.com
Kyra’s Bake Shop
www.kyrasbakeshop.com
Has amazing gluten-free options!
Banquette
www.banquettepdx.com
Honey
The Barreled Bee
thebarreledbee.com
Amazing for gifts and small bites.
Meals
Spork Bytes
Really delicious across a variety of genres.
Rockin’ Kitchen BBQ
rockinkitchenbbq.com
The Vegan Caterer
thevegancaterer.com
Gifts & Favors
Bumble Bath Soaps
These are the most fabulous smelling products, made locally in Portland. These self-care skin products make great gifts!
Curio Cult
If you're looking for ring holders, gifts, or decor that's spooky, glittery, or just non-traditional, this shop creates beautiful resin pieces.
Vance Family Soy Candles
vancefamilysoycandles.com
With Love, From PDX
withlovefrompdx.com
Sticker Ninja
Stickers are *in* nowadays, and they're fun commemorative gifts!
Hair & Makeup Artists
Bella Gioia
@bella.gioia.styles
Tamara Leigh Designs
tamaraleighdesigns.com
Karina Aguilar
Karina is experienced in all skin tones and hair types. She offers a wide range of looks, from natural to full glam. She's friendly and inclusive.
Illustrations & Live Paintings
How Heart Thou
howheartthou.org
Amy Wike Illustrations
amywikeillustration.com
Kesryth Portrait Paintings
kesryth.com/liveweddingpainting
Invitations & Paper Goods
The Art of Etiquette
theartofetiquette.com
Reb Peters Press
rebpeterspress.com
Music
Jess the Ripper
jesstheripper.com
Jess is a fellow Altared member. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Jess creates a welcoming space where everyone feels included while listening and dancing to some killer beats.
DJ Switch
I've worked with DJ Switch at the PDXpelliarmus Yule Ball in 2023. He had an amazing selection of whimsical and nerdy music that kept everyone dancing the entire party!
DJ Dream Prashant
https://dreamsperfected.com/booking/
Amazing Bollywood dance music that will get EVERYONE on the dancefloor. I've worked with Prashant for a large (200+ person) reception, and the dancefloor was so packed that guests danced around chairs and tables. He even does a quick Bollywood dance lesson!
Officiants & Vows
Officiant Jimmie
Jimmie is a phenomenal and funny officiant. I've worked with him on a number of occasions, and his ceremonies and interactions with couples are incredible.
https://www.instagram.com/officiantjimmie/?hl=en
Your Pastor Dude
yourpastordude@gmail.com
If you want a kind, welcoming pastor, David is wonderful. He rocks a cowboy hat, cracks great jokes, and officiates beautiful ceremonies! He is queer-friendly and very respectful.
Performers
PDX Dancing Witches
The PDX Dancing Witches are a group of mystical and magical performers inclusive of all genders and abilities. If you're having a spooky, magical, or whimsical wedding, this group would be perfect!
Pet Attendant Services
Tails & Vows
www.tailsandvows.com
I've worked with Lindsay several times, and each time, she's been wonderful. I've also photographed weddings and sessions where there is a pet without a pet attendant, so I have plenty of comparison. Without fail, having Lindsay from Tails and Vows on site to help with pet coordination and care makes photos and the event itself run super smoothly.
Planners
Double A Weddings
Andy is a fellow queer wedding vendor, and a pleasure to work with. She's full of energy, professional, and on her game.
Elisabeth Kramer
https://www.elisabethkramer.com/
Your Perfect Bridesmaid
https://www.yourperfectbridesmaid.com/
YPB has a team of planners that work across the PNW. I've worked with them for 2 weddings, and their staff has been amazing each time.
Photo Booths
Flash Photo Booth
flashphotoboothpdx.com
White Tower Photo Booth
chaddowling.biz/whitetowerphoto
Flash Photo Booth
flashphotoboothpdx.com
Registries & Websites
Joy
withjoy.com
Blueprint Registry
blueprintregistry.com
Rentals
Lily & Cane
lilyandcane.com
They have a unique style that's really non-traditional. You can rent comfy couches for your guest seating with a contemporary-vintage feel.
Power of Love Rentals
powerofloverentals.com
They have everything - arbors, lawn games, lanterns, props, decor, and so much more.
Setting the Table
settingthetablerentals.com
Rings & Jewelry
Fiina (from the team of Betsy & Iya)
betsyandiya.com/collections/betsy-iya-fine-jewelry
Ringed
ringedpdx.com
You can shop from inventory, order custom designs, or make your own bands!
Staffing
The WaitStaff Team
thewaitstaffteam.com
The WaitStaff team is a food and beverage staffing company focused on specialized event services. They're great to facilitate beverage or food services if they're not provided by your caterer or venue.
Transportation
ecoShuttle
ecoshuttle.com
Videography
Vibe Visuals
Katie is a talented artist with a knack of catching special moments and creating beautiful films out of them.
Kendra Strahm Photography
https://www.instagram.com/kendrastrahmphotography/
Kendra is an amazing human. She's easy to work with and extremely creative.
Ben Dawley
https://www.instagram.com/bennydhee_videography/