I’m Vanessa Rae — your design bestie with a love for turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. For over a decade, I’ve been curating celebrations that blend bold imagination with elevated detail — from intimate candlelit dinners to lavish soirées that shimmer well into the night.

My roots in a vibrant Filipinx-American household taught me early that celebration is an art form. Weekends meant family, laughter, overflowing food spreads, karaoke, and dancing until the lights came on. That joyful chaos became my foundation — and I’ve spent my life refining it into something unique, intentional, and unforgettable.

Even as life took me through property management and other creative detours, my passion for design and storytelling never left. Each event I craft now is a reflection of that balance — moody yet magnetic, luxe yet full of heart.

Today, Oak + Pearl embodies everything I love about celebration: depth, texture, connection, and a touch of drama. Based in Seattle, WA (but always ready to travel), I bring your vision to life — wherever it takes us — blending romantic detail with a signature sense of fun. Because every story deserves to be celebrated beautifully.