Vintage Oregon Wedding by Float Away Studios + Luxe Event Productions

This vintage, shabby chic inspired wedding is so over the top adorable and seamlessly put together that you may be surprised to read that it was a total DIY affair from beginning to end. Each and every image from Float Away Studios is a study in pure romance and beauty and I literally can’t stop staring at them. The gorgeous flowers, the long farm style tables set up next to the church, the super cute bridesmaid dresses, and that amazing looking cake, all come together to form a perfectly vintage, perfectly romantic fete. Luxe Event Productions were on hand day of to ensure smooth sailing for this DIY couple and from the looks of it, their day was totally magical. Click here for even more.

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From the Bride…I’m going to be very honest with you guys. When it came to my wedding planning, I obsessed a little (ahem), er…a lot! I spent countless hours on blogs that fed my creativity, and gathered enough ideas to create ten weddings, which was good until I had to narrow my ideas down. But slowly I managed, and I knew I wanted something sweet, romantic, vintage, shabby/chic with a sort of timelessness. I also wanted it to reflect Ryan & I as a couple, so we infused it with lots of personal touches, and weren’t afraid to stray from a few traditions to make it less stuffy and more…us.

I spent the 9 months prior scouring second hand shops, gathering bits here and there, and claiming items I wanted to borrow from family and friends to help decorate. It wasn’t easy, there were many times I’d wished I had just picked one centerpiece to repeat throughout. But in the end, and now as I look back, I don’t regret all the work one bit. It was what I had always dreamed. (I have to put a shameless plug here, I will be selling some of these wedding decor you see in January, so be sure to check back!) Having personal items throughout made it very unique and special, and no two settings were the same.

About a month before the wedding my mom and I went to some local nurseries and got different plants that fit the faded vintage color scheme, and planted them in various little pots I had gathered. We then topped them with these adorable bird-cage-looking tiers. Each was different but helped carry a common theme. This was a big concern of mine; that everything would look chaotic and random. So I found common themes to carry throughout; the potted plants, muted vintage colors, birdcages, paper items and garden-fresh floral arrangements. In the end it had a very hand-picked, eclectic feel that worked well together.

Wedding Photography: Float Away Studios / Location: Oak Grove Church / Day-of Coordinator: Misty of Luxe Event Productions / Invitations +  Paper Materials: Red Pearl Designs / Flowers: Rebecca Butler of Belle Fleur Floral Design / Table Flower Design: Eric Crook, Friend / Suits: Colliers / Wedding Dress: The Bridal Gallery / Wedding Cake: Cakeway To Heaven / Food: Friends + Family / Table + Tent Rental: Central Oregon Tent Rental / Linens + Chairs: All Star Rentals / Bridesmaid Dresses: ModCloth / Car: Friend / Hair: Mindy, Friend / Bride’s Ring: Jackson’s Jewelers / Groom’s Ring: Samuel Jewelers / Set Up + Tear Down Team: Family + Friends

22 Comments about “Vintage Oregon Wedding by Float Away Studios + Luxe Event Productions”

1. M.O.H. Spotlight says:

   November 10, 2011 at 11:22 am

   This is absolutely stunning! The photographer did an amazing job with these photos!!! I love the tablescape!
2. Sara Gray from MarryThis! says:

   November 10, 2011 at 11:59 am

   Wow! Beautiful wedding, Ashley. Your vendors are clearly amazing and you were a beautiful bride!
3. shauna says:

   November 10, 2011 at 12:22 pm

   Beautiful wedding. The flowers were lovely. Love the bird-cage looking tiers. Where did you find these?
4. Ligia says:

   November 10, 2011 at 1:16 pm

   Where are the bridesmaid dresses from?
5. Kate (Floret Cadet) says:

   November 10, 2011 at 2:38 pm

   I love those wreaths - so sweet
6. Alicia says:

   November 10, 2011 at 2:56 pm

   This wedding is gorgeous!! I am in LOVE with the brides necklace. Amazing job by all the vendors involved!!!!!!!
7. tina says:

   November 10, 2011 at 2:57 pm

   absolutely LOVE this style...this is exactly what i'm looking for!
   please e-mail as soon as you have the time with the things you are willing to part with....or i'll even rent them from you :) i'll pay for shipping both ways!

   tina.ellis85@gmail.com
8. Andrea says:

   November 10, 2011 at 3:12 pm

   I love those bridesmaid dresses! My MOH and I are going shopping this weekend, and I'm so glad I saw those before we decided on anything. Beautiful!
9. Sarah says:

   November 10, 2011 at 4:25 pm

   Love the bride's necklace! Where is it from?
10. Ashley Porter says:

    November 10, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    Hi, featured bride here : )

    Let's see about answering your questions. The Bridesmaids dresses were purchased from ModCloth.com and were loved by all my girls. Wished I has bought one for myself! My necklace was from Forever 21 believe it or not. I purchased the birdcage-looking tiers you see in the pots at Craft Warehouse. @Tina what items are you interested in?

    Thanks for all your sweet comments, it was such a wonderful day and I couldn't have done it without the wedding vendors and most of all my incredible family!
11. erin says:

    November 11, 2011 at 9:07 am

    You did a wonderful, wonderful job! As somebody new to the floral & event design industry, I have to say I admire all the work you put into this and the fabulous end results. It is all very inspiring. Congratulations!
12. tina says:

    November 11, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    @ashley: i like it all. whatever you are willing to part with or allow me to borrow/rent from you! :)
    i will be having 9 round tables or rectangle tables (haven't decided yet) -- approx 80 people...
13. Ashley says:

    November 11, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    I LOVE the bridesmaid dresses! Do you remember what the style name is?
14. Diana says:

    November 14, 2011 at 12:44 am

    I just got engaged (two days ago!!!) and have been spending every last minute searching for ideas, and it has only just begun! Your wedding is exactly what I had in mind for my own: vintage, DIY, and romantic. Email me about any items you are selling! sdcarson21@gmail.com
15. Calie Rose says:

    November 14, 2011 at 11:13 am

    What a beautiful wedding! I love the paper cones hung on the tree, the natural feel of the florals in the mason jars, the cute wreaths, the bridesmaids dress are lovely, and all the vintage touches are perfect! Congratulations to the beautiful couple and great work to all the vendors.
16. Tonya says:

    November 15, 2011 at 1:37 am

    Do you happen to have the exact link to the dresses on modcloth? Searching their site is quite a project and I am in loooev with these dresses and they're PERFECT for our wedding!
17. suzie says:

    November 25, 2011 at 6:03 am

    Do you still have some of your decor left? You live in the Salem area, correct? The church looked familiar? Not sure what exactly I would want for sure. My daughter is getting married in May and just looking for more decor. Would it be possible to look through stuff and maybe see what I would like and what would work with our theme?
    Thanks.
18. Kimberly says:

    November 25, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    Hi Ashley,

    Would you be willing to share what designer/style your dress is? I have been searching for something similar and LOVE yours (it doesn't hurt that you look sutnning in it).

    Congrats on a beautiful wedding!

    Thanks,
    Kim
19. Alex says:

    December 4, 2011 at 11:31 pm

    Just wanted to say how happy your pictures made me and how much inspiration i have gained. My best friend is getting married in November 2012 and being Maid of Honour im always scouting for ideas! Congratulations! This day looks like pure perfection! Your table settings and venue made me swoon!!
20. Charity says:

    January 8, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    I also would like to know the style number/name on the bridesmaids dresses? Thanks! Your wedding was so pretty! I am definately adding your pics to my wedding ideas!

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