On Southern Oregon’s windswept coast, with its majestic sea stacks and crashing waves, there is a secluded oceanfront escape that feels as if you’ve stepped into a dream. That dreamy locale is Crook Point, a family-owned, 3,000-acre working ranch that has played well- polished host to countless happily-ever-afters since it opened its doors for weddings and events in 2018.
It was here, high atop Sandstone Point (one of the venue’s six sea- facing wedding spots), that this intimate ceremony and reception editorial came to life. “Sandstone Point evokes a sense of magic the moment you arrive,” says Crook Point president Kathleen Crook-O'Donnell. “With its sweeping coastal views, dramatic cliffs and golden light, it feels as though you’re the only one in the world, yet it’s just steps away from the comfort of our nearby lodging. More than a venue, it’s an experience and a place where love stories unfold against the stunning backdrop of the Southern Oregon coast.”
The playful yet elegant design, created by Amanda Jean PDX Events, featured a harmonious mix of coastal colors, including ivory, butter yellow, emerald, light blue and chartreuse. “We wanted guests to feel a sense of awe and warmth like they’ve stepped into a space that’s both breathtakingly beautiful and welcoming,” says owner Amanda Bloom. “It should feel thoughtfully personal, inviting and celebratory all at once.”
Floral creations (starring calla lily, amaranth, delphinium, ferns and zebra grass, to name a few) looked to the sea for inspiration. “I wanted to create a ceremony [floral] design that echoed the feeling of rising and crashing waves that dissipate to the foamy edge of the tide,” says Robyn Hunter, founder and lead designer at Songbird Floristry. “The taller grasses and delphinium helped create the sense of height and volume, with waves of cardoon spilling down to build movement. Pools of fuzzy gomphrena represented the sea foam.”
Rather than traditional seating, stylish, low-slung ottomans created a relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere to encourage guest connection, while maintaining unobstructed ceremony sightlines.
Coastal weddings are stunning, but wind, sun and even tide changes can impact the setup, so plan for the ELEMENTS. Keep décor flexible, invest in sturdy structures and consider guest COMFORT with shaded areas or blankets and heaters, depending on the day or location. And, of course, embrace the natural beauty. It will ELEVATE every photo and moment.
–Amanda Bloom, Amanda Jean PDX Events
The bouquet design channeled that same airy, effortless feel of the rolling waves and flowing tide. This shoulder-baring, A-line gown by Justin Alexander radiates timeless elegance.
Inspired by the IDYLLIC beauty of the Oregon coast, the stationery and signage were designed to echo the landscape’s quiet elegance. Luminous hues and ORGANIC textures evoke a childlike sense of discovery, from RIPPLING water and fresh moss, to shimmering shells and endless sky. Each element was crafted to capture the WONDER of exploring the coast.
–Jolene Zaniewski, Trellis Creative Co.
For a very on-trend, statement-making tablescape, the team positioned florals between two 16-foot-long tables, creating a layered, immersive effect. Those playful striped, green napkins? A total day-of decision. “Sometimes it’s fun to just bring pieces together, play and see what naturally works,” Bloom says. “Overall, we aimed for something natural that complemented the coastal setting, reflecting the raw beauty of Sandstone Point and the serene energy of the sea.”
We used a combination of FLOWERS from our five- acre farm in Scholls, as well as imports from abroad, to create a presentation that reflected both a MODERN, airy aesthetic while honoring our SEED-TO-CENTERPIECE approach that is the foundation of our creative practice.
–Robyn Hunter, Songbird Floristry
Dreamed up by Banquette, this striking cake tapped into the area’s untamed terrain, featuring pearls and abstract waves that recalled organic shapes and wildlife found in the ocean.
