Luxe Event Productions

One of my favorite parts of producing a wedding or special event is getting the gallery back from the photographer.

After 17 years and hundreds and hundreds (and 100s!!) of events later, I honestly have so much content I sometimes end up with complete content paralysis.

There are endless beautiful details, gorgeous portraits, incredible design moments…but somehow, my favorite images are usually the ones no one is going to print.

The in-between moments.

- Welcome champagne waiting to be passed.
- Floral catching the light just right.
- A table before the room fills.
- Tiny details. Warmth. Atmosphere.

Because the essence of an event isn’t just the aesthetic. It’s the feeling inside of it. The energy. The frequency the room gives off✨️

And photographers like Bryan capture that beautifully. They notice the quiet moments most people overlook and somehow make them feel alive all over again.

Those are the images I come back to every time.


FULL SERVICE PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Claire Isbell
VENUE: Griffin House:
PHOTOGRAPHER: Bryan Aulick
RENTALS: Arden Event Co.:
FLORAL: The Slow Cult:
MUSIC: Blue Wave Band
CATERING/BAR/DESSERT: Devil's Food Catering:
CUTTING CAKE: Papa Haydn
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle .halle
MAKEUP/HAIR: Cassandra Kennedy
PET CARE: Wags and Garland
TRANSPORTATION: EcoShuttle

Modern wedding planning and design in Portland and Seattle for couples who care about experience over tradition

Hiring an experienced wedding planner early doesn’t just save you time and stress, it protects your budget from expensive mistakes. Our job is knowing where to spend, where to scale back, and which vendors actually fit your priorities and price point. 64% of couples report significantly less stress when they hire a planner.

Matches are making a comeback and we love it! Old money style wedding classics like Jordan almonds, bird seed and matches are all making there way back into the wedding reception guest experience.

What do you think?

is one of my favorite parts of any wedding.
After nearly 600 weddings (17 yrs in!), cocktail hour is still one of my favorite parts of the day, I love to step back and watch.

This is where the magic really happens🥹

People reconnecting. Hugging. Meeting for the first time. Seeing kids all grown up. Sharing stories, laughter, and that unmistakable feeling of collective joy (which feels SO GOOD)

The energy during cocktail hour is palpable. Honestly, sometimes even more than the reception dining itself.

And when couples pair that atmosphere with beautiful, approachable food and thoughtful service? It becomes an experience guests actually remember.

Moments like this are a constant reminder that I am exactly where I’m supposed to be.


FULL SERVICE PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Claire Isbell
VENUE: Griffin House:
PHOTOGRAPHER: Bryan Aulick
RENTALS: Arden Event Co.:
FLORAL: The Slow Cult:
MUSIC: Blue Wave Band
CATERING/BAR/DESSERT: Devil's Food Catering:
CUTTING CAKE: Papa Haydn
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle .halle
MAKEUP/HAIR: Cassandra Kennedy
PET CARE: Wags and Garland
TRANSPORTATION: EcoShuttle

Modern wedding planning and design in Portland and Seattle for couples who care about experience over tradition

Hiring an experienced wedding planner early doesn’t just save you time and stress, it protects your budget from expensive mistakes. Our job is knowing where to spend, where to scale back, and which vendors actually fit your priorities and price point. 64% of couples report significantly less stress when they hire a planner.

Hiring a wedding planner isn’t an expense, it’s a reallocation🤑 Most couples save 200–300 hours🤯 of their time and avoid costly mistakes along the way.

I can’t tell you how many consultations we’ve had over the last 17 years where a couple comes to us already overwhelmed, already over budget, and already locked into contracts they regret signing.
Almost weekly, someone asks us: “Can you help us get out of this?” “We’re in over our heads.” “We should have hired you sooner.”

And honestly? That’s the part people don’t talk about enough.



FULL SERVICE PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Claire Isbell
VENUE: Griffin House:
PHOTOGRAPHER: Bryan Aulick
RENTALS: Arden Event Co.:
FLORAL: The Slow Cult:
MUSIC: Blue Wave Band
CATERING/BAR/DESSERT: Devil's Food Catering:
CUTTING CAKE: Papa Haydn
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle .halle
MAKEUP/HAIR: Cassandra Kennedy
PET CARE: Wags and Garland
TRANSPORTATION: EcoShuttle

Modern wedding planning and design in Portland and Seattle for couples who care about experience over tradition


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64% of couples report significantly less stress when they hire a planner🧘‍♀️ 🧘‍♂️

We’d argue it’s even higher when you hire the right one 🤌

A good planner doesn’t cost you money.

They keep you from wasting it🤑



FULL SERVICE PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Claire Isbell
VENUE: Griffin House:
PHOTOGRAPHER: Bryan Aulick
RENTALS: Arden Event Co.:
FLORAL: The Slow Cult:
MUSIC: Blue Wave Band
CATERING/BAR/DESSERT: Devil's Food Catering:
CUTTING CAKE: Papa Haydn
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle .halle
MAKEUP/HAIR: Cassandra Kennedy
PET CARE: Wags and Garland
TRANSPORTATION: EcoShuttle

Modern wedding planning and design in Portland and Seattle for couples who care about experience over tradition


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A reminder that beauty has never belonged to one look, one dress, or one version of “bride.” Suits. Dresses. Both. Neither. However you show up, you are stunning. ***anpride


PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Misty Damico .damico
SEEING EACH OTHER BEFORE WEDDING: YES
PHOTOGRAPHER:
NAPKINS:
FLORAL:
SIGNAGE: Hey Halle: .halle
DJ/BAND:
VENUE/Catering & Bar:
DINNER STYLE: Plated
HAIR
MUA
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We will always support, celebrate, and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Always.
Experienced wedding planners creating intentional, inclusive celebrations for LGBTQIA+ couples across the Pacific Northwest and destination.

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Intentional. Emotional. Completely their own. Exactly how it should be. The best weddings don’t follow rules. They follow the people at the center of it. And that always hits differently (in the very best way).

Forever honored to have been your wedding planner & 🧡🩷💜


PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Misty Damico .damico
SEEING EACH OTHER BEFORE WEDDING: YES
PHOTOGRAPHER:
NAPKINS:
FLORAL:
SIGNAGE: Hey Halle: .halle
DJ/BAND:
VENUE/Catering & Bar:
DINNER STYLE: Plated
HAIR
MUA

We will always support, celebrate, and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Always.
Experienced wedding planners creating intentional, inclusive celebrations for LGBTQIA+ couples across the Pacific Northwest and destination.

***anvisabilityweek ***anlove ***anwedding

SWIPE➡️ for Conner & Hailey's I DO➡️

Hugs and loves to you, Mrs. & Mrs. Duff 🧡🩷💜 and Conner 🧡Your wedding will forever be one of our very favorite days on the job 🥹

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PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Brooke Garbett
VENUE/CATERING/BAR: Suncadia Resort:
HAIR/MAKEUP: Michelle Wight.: .hmu
FLORAL: Leah Erickson Floral:
PHOTOGRAPHER/PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam & Sola Lee: ,
RENTALS: Cort Party Rentals.:
BAND: Lost Wax Band:
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle: .halle
PHOTO BOOTH:

Wedding planning for q***r couples who want to feel fully seen, celebrated, and supported. Portland, Seattle, and beyond.

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“How are le***an weddings different?” ➡️ They’re not. ➡️That’s it.

Not in structure. Not in meaning. Not in what actually matters. Every wedding is unique because every couple is unique. That’s the whole point.

So if you’re wondering how to “do it differently”…don’t. Do it your way. That’s the only version that ever works.
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PLANNING/DESIGN/STYLING: Luxe Event Productions:
LEAD PRODUCER: Brooke Garbett
VENUE/CATERING/BAR: Suncadia Resort:
HAIR/MAKEUP: Michelle Wight.: .hmu
FLORAL: Leah Erickson Floral:
PHOTOGRAPHER/PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam & Sola Lee: ,
RENTALS: Cort Party Rentals.:
BAND: Lost Wax Band:
SIGNAGE/PAPER DETAILS: Hey Halle: .halle
PHOTO BOOTH:

Wedding planning for q***r couples who want to feel fully seen, celebrated, and supported. Portland, Seattle, and beyond.

***anwedding ***anlove