VOWS & VELVET

A Night of Love & Sparkles

February 14, 2026

The Power Behind Vows & Velvet

 

Vows & Velvet was not created to host a gala. It was created to shape culture. For over 63 years, Bridal Exclusives has been entrusted with the most intimate milestone in a woman’s life - the moment she becomes a bride. That trust built our legacy. But legacy, when nurtured intentionally, evolves. Vows & Velvet is that evolution. It is where bridal heritage meets luxury lifestyle. Where romance meets influence. Where celebration meets economic collaboration. This event exists to do three powerful things:

 

1. Elevate Love

We believe love deserves to be celebrated with depth, elegance, and intention. Vows & Velvet transforms Valentine’s Day into a refined cultural experience - one that honors real brides, real stories, and timeless commitment.

 

2. Build an Ecosystem

This is not an isolated event. It is a curated gathering of creatives, entrepreneurs, tastemakers, hospitality leaders, artists, and community influencers. Each edition strengthens partnerships, increases visibility, and fuels local economic growth.

 

3. Expand the Brand Beyond the Boutique

Bridal Exclusives is not simply a bridal retailer. We are a luxury experience house rooted in emotional safety, trust, and refined service. Vows & Velvet extends that philosophy into a larger stage - positioning our brand at the intersection of fashion, culture, music, philanthropy, and influence.

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Our Mission

To create a premier annual Valentine’s gala that celebrates love while empowering collaboration, visibility, and meaningful community impact.

 

Our Vision

To establish Vows & Velvet as Oregon’s most anticipated luxury cultural event - attracting national attention, world-class talent, and high-level partnerships year after year. This is where brands align with elegance.

 

- Where artists perform for impact.

- Where couples become part of something larger than themselves.

- Where legacy is not remembered - it is actively built.

 

And with each edition, it grows in scale, prestige, and influence.

 

Vows & Velvet is not simply an evening.

 

It is a statement.

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Love Was Celebrated. History Was Made

 

On Valentine’s Night 2026, something extraordinary happened in Oregon.


Inside the candlelit elegance of Festive Hills Winery & Vineyard, couples, creatives, tastemakers, and visionaries gathered for an evening that redefined what a bridal brand can be.


Hosted by Bridal Exclusives,
Vows & Velvet was not simply a gala.
It was a love letter.
A celebration.
A legacy moment in motion.

 

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A LOVE LETTER TO OREGON

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For over six decades, Bridal Exclusives has had the privilege of walking beside brides during one of the most meaningful chapters of their lives.

 

Sixty-three years of trust.

Of quiet breaths in fitting rooms.

Of joyful tears.

Of “this is the one.”

 

But on February 14, 2026, we stepped beyond the boutique and into something greater.

 

Vows & Velvet was created to celebrate not only our brides — but the community, creatives, and leaders who have shaped our journey.

 

This evening honored love in all its forms: romantic love, legacy love, community love.

 

And Oregon showed up beautifully.

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THE EXPERIENCE ARC

 

Arrival — Romance on the Red Carpet

Guests arrived to soft spotlight glow and champagne in hand.

Award-winning entertainer Joel Bryant welcomed attendees as cameras flashed and violins set the tone.

The red carpet wasn’t about spectacle.

It was about intention.

Every guest felt seen. Celebrated. Anticipated.

 

 

Celebration — International Energy

As candlelight flickered across velvet textures and crystal glassware, the evening rose into celebration.
International artists traveled from Europe to electrify the room:
• Herb McCoy
• Admiral C4C
Music pulsed through the vineyard halls, blending nostalgia, elegance, and vibrant energy.
Oregon’s own Stumptown Deejays kept the dance floor alive long into the night.
This was world-class entertainment - layered, intentional, unforgettable.

 

Fine Dining & Elevated Detail

Guests enjoyed a curated culinary experience paired with exceptional wines — a true reflection of wine-country elegance.

Velvet table accents.
Champagne gold flatware.
Romantic florals.
Candle clusters at varying heights.
Every detail whispered luxury. Nothing shouted.

 

The Give-Back Moment

At its heart, Vows & Velvet was never about spectacle.

It was about gratitude.
A heartfelt legacy message honored 63 years of serving Oregon brides — and the community that made it possible.
This gala was our way of giving back.
Creating opportunity. Visibility. Collaboration.
Love, when honored intentionally, becomes timeless.

 

The Walk of Love

One of the evening’s most moving moments.

Real Bridal Exclusives brides returned in their iconic gowns - stepping once more into the spotlight.
This was not a fashion show.
It was memory in motion.
A reminder that behind every dress is a story. A becoming. A vow.

 
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Celebrating Our Grand Raffle Winners: Adaysia & Her Spouse

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We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our Grand Raffle, Adaysia and her spouse! This summer, they’ll be enjoying a relaxing getaway weekend in Honolulu, Hawaii - a special celebration made possible by Bridal Exclusives. We’re honored to be part of their journey and can’t wait for them to experience this unforgettable trip filled with sunshine, serenity, and well-deserved memories.

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OUR PROUD SUPPORTERS

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A CULTURAL & ECONOMIC ECOSYSTEM IN MOTION

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Vows & Velvet was not created in isolation.


It was built in partnership with some of Oregon’s most exceptional creative forces.


Visionary production by
First Class Conglomerate US


Romantic floral artistry by
Lavande Bloom


Cinematic storytelling by
Privisuals Media


Each collaboration reinforced our commitment to strengthening Oregon’s creative and economic
ecosystem.


This was luxury — rooted locally.

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63 YEARS OF DEVOTION TO BRIDES

 

Bridal Exclusives was never meant to be just a bridal store. It has always been a sanctuary.

A space where brides feel emotionally safe.

Seen.
Heard.
Celebrated.

 

We believe:
Before the dress feels perfect, the bride must feel safe.
Safe to take her time.
Safe to change her mind.
Safe to feel deeply.
Safe to release perfection and step into joy.


That belief is why generations of brides have trusted us since 1961.


Vows & Velvet was our promise to continue evolving — without ever losing heart.

 

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• Red carpet arrivals & champagne welcome

• The signature Walk of Love

• International guest performances

• A romantic getaway raffle to Honolulu, Hawaii

• Sparkle-filled farewell gift bags

• A final champagne toast beneath candlelight

 

From the first step onto the carpet to the final dance, the emotion remained the same: Magical. Meaningful. Intentional.

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PRESS & MEDIA

Vows & Velvet marked the beginning of a new annual Valentine’s tradition in Oregon.

 

High-resolution images, interviews, and press materials are available upon request.


Media Contact:
Chris Ihumezie
Event Creator & Media Coordinator
Bridal Exclusives
Tualatin, Oregon
503.545.8532


vowsandvelvetgala@gmail.com 


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VOWS & VELVET RETURNS — FEBRUARY 2027

 

This was only the beginning.


Plans are already underway for an expanded 2027 edition — elevating fashion, music, philanthropy, and community collaboration to an even greater scale.


Bigger.
Bolder.
Even more unforgettable. Be among the first to receive early access, VIP invitations, and
partnership opportunities.

 

Join the 2027 VIP List

 

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THE TOAST

 

Here’s to the vows that shape our lives.


Here’s to the velvet moments that make them unforgettable.


Here’s to love.


To legacy.


To the brides — past, present, and future — who remain at the heart of it all.


Welcome to Vows & Velvet.