​​​Dusty blue romantic glam styled wedding shoot.

Venue: The Light Room PDX 
Photographer/Coordinator: Hello Lovely Images 
Florist: BLUE Floral Company 
Makeup: Megan Blake 
Hair: Jessica Petriyenko 
Calligrapher: Jessica Ann Brittell
Invitation Suite: The Brumby Nest 
Cake: Next Dimension Bakery
Linens: Linen Tablecloth / Events By Danielle Nichole 
Models: Reed Alyson, Jessica Petriyenko, & Anya Zubkov 
Dresses: Dream Dresses by P.M.N

 
We were invited to partake in our very first podcast through American Dream U.

What is American Dream U? American Dream U is a non-profit dedicated to helping our military get the education and access to resources they need to find their dream job or to start a business of their own. The mission is career, business & professional development of our brothers and sisters in arms. Dedicated to bridging the gap between military and civilian. 

What is Mission: NEXT? 
Watch the video (below), then come back and listen to our podcast, along with some other helpful and useful links! Don't forget to SHARE!

Mission: NEXT 'An American Success Story'
This book was written by Phil Randazzo, Founder of American Dream U.  Rob and I got involved in this project as I ran across a post on LinkedIn from Melissa Washington, founder of Women Veterans Alliance, a Navy veteran, small business owner, speaker, author, and LinkedIn workshop trainer who was searching for a female veteran owned business to take part in this project.  So, of course, I jumped on board to the opportunity.  Rob and I were interviewed over the phone to contribute to this project. We are excited to play a part and parlay our military training into civilian success! ....helping others realize their dream of becoming a business owner and entrepreneurial thought-leader. 

LISTEN HERE FOR OUR PODCAST:  
missionnextbook.com/podcast/kristina-bragdon/

Click here to listen to other veterans:
​missionnextbook.com/podcast/

The BOOK is out on Kindle (as well as paperback) so you can have a great read & support a great cause by picking up the book by clicking here: 
http://amzn.to/1Tqn8mI

Active Military, Veterans, & Dependents -- FREE COPY AVAILABLE: 
Click here to obtain your complimentary copy:  missionnextbook.com/

​We just picked up ours and suggest you do too. We are very honored to be featured in this book, but more honored to be part of a team that is helping our fellow veterans.  All proceeds from the sale of the print and Kindle versions of this book go directly to American Dream U, a registered non profit - 501c(3). 

This wedding inspiration shoot took place at Smith Rock State Park (located in Terrebonne), one of Oregon’s Seven Wonders and a must see. The inspiration for this shoot was two words: whimsical romance. Focusing on the delicate intimacy between two people deeply in love and without a care in the world.

​Married in real life, this bride and groom really helped to curate this specific look. The bride is wearing a beautiful Maggie Sottero gown, provided by Bridal Exclusives; her look completed with a lovely bouquet by Heirbloom Floral. The handwritten calligraphy invitation suite by Oregon Girl Designs ​(now Holly Schnackenberg, Art Director) was romantic and simple-exactly how I had envisioned. And the hand brushed cake by Next Dimension Bakery (us!) completed the soft blue and pink pallet for the shoot, pulling everything together.

An authentic love combined with a gorgeous natural backdrop helped to showcase the intimate beauty in simplicity when planning an elopement. Needless to say, everything about this shoot was a dream.

We love traveling to Central Oregon especially when it qualifies as a business trip road trip! Great excuse to travel and see the wonders of Central Oregon. So many breathtaking areas surrounding. Feel free to ask us if we would deliver your wedding order to you!

Published on Bridal Musings
Coordinator:  Amy Oligschlaeger with Rosencrown Photography
Props: Highgate Vintage Rentals and Styling
Hair/Makeup: Kaycee Miller