Leftbank Annex Wedding - Portland, Oregon - R+J

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.

Roshan and Josh saying their vows at Leftbank Annex.

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

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 and Josh pre ceremony photos in Portland, Oregon.

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

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

The couples logo showing on the televisions at Leftbank Annex.

The couples logo showing on the televisions at Leftbank Annex.

The couples logo used for the escort cards

The couples logo used for the escort cards

The simple and elegant centerpieces by Vibrant Flowers

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 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.

Roshan and Josh dancing their first dance at Leftbank Annex.

Sparkler sendoff in Portland, Oregon!

Sparkler sendoff in Portland, Oregon!

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

Castaway Portland Wedding - Portland, Oregon - M+B

Megan and Brad pre ceremony photos in Portland, Oregon.

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.

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.

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! 

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

Ending the night with a sparkler sendoff!

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