Makaylaa Clancy
Desmond Vu
Makaylaa Clancy
Desmond Vu
September 21, 2024
Schedule
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Ceremony
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Oregon City, OR 97045
This event is black tie formal. Let's get fancy!
Registry
Wedding Party
Negar
Maid of Honor
Negar has been my friend for almost 20 years and she’s the bees knees. Relentlessly smart, talented, and imaginative, Negar is my ride or die and the person I call to talk about anything and everything, and we call pretty much every week. Love you to the moon, M
Jessica
Bridesmaid
Jess and I have been friends since high school (Negar, Jess, and I all went to the same middle school and high school!) Jess is the life of the party, has a lot of amazing tree knowledge, and is a true friend. With all the love, M
Georgia
Bridesmaid
Georgia (G) and I have been friends since 2017 and we worked together at Airbnb. Negar introduced us and said we had a lot in common, she was right. G, who now lives in Korea, is a connoisseur of Kdramas, loves a good whiskey sour, and is a very thoughtful, giving person. With these three ladies, we make up the Lady Squad, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Xoxo, M
Maimei
Officiant
Maimei was my roommate when I (finally) moved out of my parent’s house after college. We met and I convinced her to share a lease with me. We adopted two cats together (one being Finn) and we’ve enjoyed some hilarious and fun times living together. Maimei has seen my relationship with Dez blossom and is the perfect person to officiate our most special day. Love you lots, M
Minoh
Groomsman
We were college roommates, nuff said. In all seriousness, Minoh has been a great friend of mine with our friendship going on 12 years. We share many moments during the adulting part of our lives. He has been kind, caring, and understanding and I could not ask for a better friend. Cheers buddy, D
Maurice (Mo)
Groomsman
Well well well, what can I say about Mo? Only that he inspires me to do better and be better. I met Mo when I moved to Portland back in 2016. What started as an employer-employee relationship became a good friendship. I have learned so much from Mo. I don't think I would be where I am today professionally if it wasn't for him. Thanks a bunch, D
Garrett
Groomsman
Garrett is someone I met more recently. We met when our girlfriends (fiancee for me) met. We kicked it off instantly. We bonded over our love for cars and watches. But there is so much to it. Although we are now living in different time zones, I know we will always be connected. Have fun out there, D
Finnegan
The Cat in Charge
I adopted Finn right before I met Dez and Dez has been a fantastic parent to Finn ever since. Finn is a constant source of joy in our lives and he’s successfully turned Dez into the purrrfect cat dad. Finn’s hobbies are adventuring outside, laying in front of the fireplace, and sleeping in Dad's lap (or really anywhere).
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FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
Answer
There is! We ask that all guests get dressed up in black tie formal. Tea length (slightly above or below the knee) and long dresses for the ladies and a bowtie and tuxedo combo for the men. If you are planning on wearing heels, we recommend bringing an extra pair of flats to help with the terrain (there is grass, pavement, and cobblestone(ish) ) Let's get fancy y'all!
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Where are you registered?
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We have cash-only registry options, including a honeymoon and house updating fund. No need for 3 toasters 😉
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I don’t have a Venmo account for your registry
Answer
We will have a box for contributions on the big day.
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Why is your wedding cash only?
Answer
In Chinese culture, the act of giving money holds deep symbolic meaning, especially in occasions like weddings. Known also as “ang pao'' these red envelopes symbolize good fortune, prosperity, and blessings for the recipient(s). The gesture of presenting money in red envelopes is considered auspicious and is believed to ward off evil spirits and bring happiness and prosperity to the newlyweds. It also reflects a wish for the couple to start their new life together with financial stability and abundance. 🧧🧧
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What time should I arrive?
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Our ceremony will start at 3:00 pm (or close to it!) Please arrive no later than 2:30 pm. Ceremony is open seating, unless otherwise noted.
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When should I RSVP by?
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The sooner the better! Please RSVP before July 1. We want to make sure we can feed everyone.
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How do I get to your venue?
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Our venue is The Abernethy Center at 606 15th St. Oregon City, OR 97045 There are two venues at The Abernethy Center and we will be at Abigail's Garden. We are situated right behind Canard (a delicious restaurant, highly recommend). There will be signage directing you, along with a huge parking lot.
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Are kids invited?
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Our wedding is an adult-only event, so that everyone can relax and enjoy the evening. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids who are 18 years and younger at home, so you can celebrate the night with us.
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Can I BYOB?
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While you can always pre-game, we have strict rules about no outside alcohol at our venue. We will have beer, wine, and spirit available.
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What's the parking situation?
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There is plenty of free parking and it is a quick walk to our venue on a paved path. If you need special assistance, the pathway to the venue is large enough for a car to pass through for drop-off only. We highly recommend Lyft and Uber or carpooling for safely getting home at the end of the night.
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Is the ceremony outdoors?
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The ceremony seating is outdoors with chairs on pavement and there is a paved pathway from the parking lot to the covered reception tent, surrounded by some grass areas. Maybe leave the stilettos at home!
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Will there be alternative dietary food options?
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We have vegetarian and GF food options available. And dessert is GF!
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