Perfectly Pearl

Dauphine Press at Ecru Paper

perfectlypearlgirl — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 05:49:24 +0000

Feast your eyes on these lovely custom letterpress designs by Dauphine Press. Gorgeous color, typography and graphic design come alive on Crane’s Lettra 100% textured cotton paper. Available now at Ecru Modern Stationer in the Pearl District.

Ecru Modern Stationer
1215 NW 11th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
503.227.2611

The Bride Wore Ritzy

perfectlypearlgirl — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:44:28 +0000

Want an opulent and luxurious wedding? From the New York Times…

We are in a new gilded age (though this is not a good time to remind us how the first one ended), and the weddings have blossomed to match. There was no better place to witness that phenomenon on Monday than the Wedding Salon, a luxury bridezilla convention that was founded by Tatiana Byron and held at Gotham Hall. The entrance fee was $75, but women (almost all were women) lined up around the block. By the end of the day, some 2800 people marched through the hall to talk with florists, caterers and honeymoon specialists.

In New York, luxury weddings are taken to another level: more personalized, more indulgent. A New York wedding could easily run in excess of $100,000, compared to $28,000 for the nationwide average, Ms. Byron said. (Of course, cost is all relative, as some cultures are arguably even more demanding that a wedding be celebrated in grand style).

The chocolate vendors ranged from those who offered personalized M&Ms with the couple’s names or even a custom chocolate profile for the special day.

Read the full article

Vera Wang Fall 2008 Trunk Show

perfectlypearlgirl — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:46:02 +0000

You are cordially invited to preview the fall 2008 bridal collection April 10-12.

Please call to schedule a trunk show appointment 503.827.0667.

Divine Designs Bridal Boutique
512 NW 17th Avenue
Suite B
Portland, OR 97209

“Ampersand” at Oblation Papers & Press

perfectlypearlgirl — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 05:20:47 +0000

Letterpress invitation by Oblation Papers & Press. Hand-made paper (100% recycled), soy-based inks, deckle edge and original illustration.

Oblation Papers & Press
516 northwest 12th avenue
503.223.1093

Perfectly Pearl Social at Bay 13

perfectlypearlgirl — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:48:50 +0000

Last night, attendees and participants of the March 1, 2008 Perfectly Pearl event were invited to mix, mingle and celebrate at Bay 13 in the Pearl District. We’d like to thank Joe, Ginger and the entire Bay 13 team for a wonderful evening. The sushi, wine and atmosphere were lovely. Everyone had a great time!

If you’re looking for a site for your wedding reception, bridal shower or other event, definitely check out Bay 13. They have lovely event facilities, great event coordinators and a delicious menu.

Bay 13
701 NW 13th Ave.
503.227.1133

Tupai Event Space at Andina

perfectlypearlgirl — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:22:42 +0000

We recently introduced the new event space at Andina, but have since gotten this great photo.

A Gathering Space
Tupai, borrowed from the Quechua word for “gathering space,” will accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated dinner and 100 guests for a stand-up reception or cocktail party. The menu will feature Andina’s NovoAndean cuisine, which combines traditional flavors and ingredients native to Peru with a global reach that draws from Spanish, Japanese and Cantonese culinary influences. Dishes are prepared using modern technique and presented with finesse and flair. The full bar will deliver both Andina’s classic and NovoAndean cocktails – from the Pisco Sour and Caipirinha to the Sacsayhuamán and Granada de Amor. Wines will be chosen from Andina’s award-winning list with the help of wine director Ken Collura.

Tupai features include:

* Fully stocked cocktail and wine bar

* Dedicated state-of-the-art kitchen

* Mezzanine space for musical performances or VIP seating

* Incan design motifs carved into a backlit floor-to-ceiling wall; hand-made oversized pendants

* Natural elements ranging from natural light to exposed brick, 20 foot ceilings and original wooden beams

* Prix-fixe and custom menus featuring Andina’s nationally recognized NovoAndean cuisine

* High-speed internet access, in-house projection and screens

Andina Restaurant
1314 NW Glisan
Portland, OR 97209

“The Polly” at Studio Olivine

perfectlypearlgirl — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:34:23 +0000

About Studio Olivine

Studio Olivine is located in Portland, Oregon where we create stationery that is lettepress printed by hand. Each piece is printed on 100% recycled handmade paper using soy based inks and our own original illustrations. Paper is fed one sheet at a time into the letterpress where raised type and images are recessed into the paper. From start to finish, each step of our process is completed by hand.

Studio Olivine
1614 NW 15th Avenue (Pearl Design Center)
Portland, OR 97209
971.570.5461

Old Town Florist

perfectlypearlgirl — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:16:33 +0000

On what is surely one of the most special days of your life, only the best will do. For over two decades, the designers of Old Town Florist have committed themselves to making your special day just that….the best it can possibly be.

Our formula is really quite simple. Consider making an appointment with us at least 3 months prior to your wedding. Show us your photos, your swatches, tell us your dreams. Your visions of the perfect wedding are our ultimate goals, and virtually anything within your imagination is worth exploring.

From classical elegant to wild and whimsical, your bridal party, ceremony and reception florals require the deft attention to detail that only a creative and highly skilled florist can realize.

Old Town Florist
404 NW 10th Avenue
503.223.1646

Peter Langner Wedding Gowns

perfectlypearlgirl — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:22:28 +0000

Peter Langner

Today, Peter Langner is Internationally renowned and highly respected as a World Class Designer. He has received many awards including the prestigious “International Designer of the Year 2005” as presented at the 2005 Couture Bridal Awards in New York. The impeccable cutting, the fine quality of his carefully selected fabrics, his love of detail and the exclusive elegant character of his creations are the criteria that is Peter Langner’s unmistakable style. The art of true Italian couture.

Divine Designs Bridal Boutique
512 NW 17th Avenue
Portland, OR 97209
503.627.0667

Something old is new again: Asscher Cut Diamonds

perfectlypearlgirl — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 17:13:50 +0000

Asscher Cut Diamonds are extremely popular. It may surprise you to learn that this cut is actually a vintage style with a modern update. The modern asscher cut diamonds have more facets, a larger table, and smaller clipped corners than their vintage counterparts.

You can find a large selection of Asscher Cut Diamonds at Judith Arnell Jewelers in the Pearl District.

Judith Arnell
Your diamond in the Pearl District.
320 NW 10th Ave
503.227.3437