LGBTQ+ Wedding suppliEs and decor
Dash of Pride | dashofpride.com
This Portland-based company provides LGBTQ+ wedding and special event supplies. Founder Jenna Szyluk used her own experience planning her wedding with her wife as inspiration for this much-needed business.
Photographer
Marissa Solini Photography | www.marissasolini.com
Elopement and wedding photography. Marissa is a phenomenal, all-inclusive photographer with intuitive shots that speak to each individual couple. She is intrigued by almost any adventure and destination!
Studio XIII LGBTQ Photography, Jamie Thrower | www.studioxiiiphotography.com
Wedding and elopement photography. Jamie’s photography supports her LGBTQ community by honoring and sharing their love stories with the world.
Florist
Rosemary Stafford Floral Design | rosemarystafford.com
Whether classic white, an unexpected theme, or a true floral installation, Rosemary will create exactly what you are looking for with special detail to season and texture.
Small Yard Flowers, Arielle Zamora | www.smallyardflowers.com
Arielle is a micro-flower farmer and florist in St. Johns, Portland. She’s passionate about organic and sustainable growing so be sure and ask her about it.
Novella Theory Floral Co., Christina Wachspress | www.novellatheory.com
Christina and her husband Akili co-own Novella Theory Floral Co. They love working with clients who are willing to do something a little different when it comes to wedding flowers.
Coordinator
Jaime Ta Creative, Jaime Ta | jaimetacreative.com
Jaime is both a wedding coordinator and co-founder of the Portland-based initiative, Vendors of Color.
Aisle Less Traveled, Cindy Savage | www.aislelesstraveled.com
With more than 10 years of experience with events, Cindy is a talented wedding planner with a specific focus on LGBTQ+ inclusivity. She’s based in Seattle and does weddings all over the country.
Elisabeth Kramer, Day-Of Wedding Coordinator | www.elisabethkramer.com
Beth and I met when she moved from Seattle to Portland. She’s been in business since 2016 and offers a variety of free wedding planning resources on her website. Fun fact: She and her husband made their wedding bands with me!
Officiant
Rooted and Wild, Emily Sterling | www.rootedandwild.co
Vow writing workshops and officiant. Emily listens and reflects on each couple’s desired ceremony and facilitates the writing of your vows with exquisite and meaningful detail.
Old Ways Ceremonies, Zachary Michaud | www.oldwaysceremonies.com
Like Emily at Rooted and Wild, Zach is a trained Life-Cycle Celebrant. He’s committed to making wedding ceremonies personal and special.
DJ
Jess the Ripper | https://www.jesstheripper.com/
Jess is an LGBTQ+ DJ based out of Portland. Check out their amazing sample tracks on their website! Jess’s energy, attention to their craft, and skill will take your celebration to the next level!
VIDEOGRAPHY
Rachel Epperly Film & Photo | rachelepperlymedia.com
Rachel and I have both attended Altared, an event for wedding vendors who want to change the wedding industry. She creates photos and video with the goal of making sure the couples feel like themselves.
Printer and Letterpress
Studio Olivine, Julie Dutton | www.studio-olivine.com
Julie's small, local, boutique letterpress shop is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced you will find. Her subtlety of craft is always appreciated!
Anders Printing Company | www.andersprinting.com
Open since 1946, Anders is a green-friendly, historical gem that I have had the pleasure of working with. Brandon and his whole team are both helpful and insightful.