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PROPOSAL WORTHY OF A GOLD MEDAL

HAPPY NATIONAL PICNIC MONTH and we honestly cannot think of a better way to kick it off than sharing images of the picnic of picnics - @mikewillyy’s marriage proposal to @sophsssmith.


Michael + Sophia met almost six years ago on their very first day @stanford. First impressions, games of Uno, shared drive for excellence, and an unmatched understanding pursuit of dreams … “it was always forever.”


Weekly conversations with Michael informed our vision:

• Modern boho vibes

• Picnic set in a rose garden

• Gorgeous photos in a vintage aesthetic

• Private dining experience with their parents

• Before she leaves with her team to take gold for the US in Paris!


Numerous moments throughout, Sophia whispered to me (a woman she’d never even heard of), “How did you know?! This is all so ME.” Yes, there may be a little pixie dust involved, but really it was listening to Michael share who they are as individuals and as a couple, the thoughtful the vision board her sister had created, and lovely insights from their mothers.



THANK YOU to the very best partners who made this vision possible.


@flowers_by_almanac designed the most romantic installations with 1,000 luscious, heirloom roses from @farmette_

@emilyskyephotography captured every breathtaking moment

@alphalitportland realized my marquee dreams anchoring an elevation described as “looks like its from the @bacheloretteabc

@cottonwoodsings serenaded the couple with his violin

@ritzcarltonportland worked with us to a curate menu of Sophia’s favorite bites

@goatfarmmedia caught each movement for a beautiful video

@nike joined us in cahoots with a “marketing dinner” Sophia just couldn’t miss in lead up to the Olympics


We created a detailed “playbook” but it was the people who inspired every moment. These two are the most grounded, authentic, and truly in love individuals - reflections of their parents, whose eyes sparkle with kindness and compassion. It was delight to work with this beautiful couple.


@athletesfirst, thank you for inviting us to be part of this spectacular occasion.


Michael and Sophia - wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, joy, and luxurious celebrations! ✨

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