09/18/2026
If you create a place worth gathering, people will gather. ✨
One of our favorite event design strategies is giving guests a reason to move beyond their table. A beautiful backdrop becomes a photo opportunity, a natural meeting point, and part of the experience.
For this celebration, the draping served as the backdrop while the harpist set the tone early in the evening. Later, it became the spot guests naturally gravitated toward for photos and conversation.
Good design doesn't just fill a space. It influences how people experience it. 🤍
VENDORS
venue | Skirvin, a Hilton Hotel
coordinating + content | Published Wedding & Event Planner
photo + video | Jagger & Alanna | Oklahoma Wedding Photographer & Videographer
floral | Oklahoma Planner & Florist | Forever Borrowed
drapery backdrops + cake display | Vintage + Modern | OKC Event Planner
groom’s cake | Oklahoma - Wedding Cakes * 3D Cakes
emcee + sparks | Total Event Solutions OKC
getaway car | Mary Lou Gwozdek
string quartet | Laura (Cunningham) Reese
harpist | Julie Winkler Harpist
guest portraits | Ashley Huff Art & Design
live painter | Jenny Elton | Live Painter
hair | OKC Blonding & Extention Stylist
makeup | Kamee Kiser, LE + MUA
bridal gown | Bella Rose Bridal
groom’s attire | William & Lauren Custom Clothier
surprise art piece |
hand-painted signage | Helli Hawk 🎨
bride | Blakley S
groom | PriceStubblefield