When Stars Align: Incredible Blue-Hued Celestial Wedding Inspiration

A moonlit night, a starry sky and the company of someone special: It’s the perfect setup for romance, and the inspiration for a celestial celebration dreamed up by Southeast Portland–based photographer Rebecca Rizzo. Playing on the time-honored trope of the stars and fate intervening to bring lovers together, Rizzo and a team of Portland-area vendors realized the stellar theme in shades of blue and gold. “They’re the colors of the sky just after the sun sets, or the blue hour, when you can just start to see the stars,” says Rizzo. We asked her to break down the elements that comprise this heavenly tableau, all beautifully planned and styled by Peachy Keen Coordination.

1. Moonlit magic:  “I wanted to create something that evoked the magic of a celebration under the stars. A deep blue background with
sparkling golden stars seemed perfect,” says Cynthia Kessler of Gemini Design House in Troutdale. Custom invitation suites start at $1,500 per set of 100.

Rebecca Rizzo Photographics

2. Star Sign:  A custom wedding sign announces the celebration’s theme and serves as an enduring keepsake after the guests have gone home. This hand-painted sign by Freckled & Free in Portland features a scattering of gold and white constellations on a black background. Custom 12-inch signs start at $30.

Rebecca Rizzo Photographics

3. Deep Blue:  Dramatic azure dinner and salad plates from Vintage Meets Modern Event Rentals in Milwaukie reflect the beauty and depth of the night sky. Rustic, irregular shapes and a modern, high-shine glaze combine with copper flatware to produce a striking effect. Price upon request.