S&S Joins Mama Mia!

We’re so happy to share that Silk & Shadows is now a trusted event planning and décor partner for Mama Mia Trattoria, one of Portland’s most beloved and beautiful restaurants. This partnership feels especially meaningful because it grew naturally out of shared values, shared aesthetics, and a shared love for gatherings that feel warm, intentional, and memorable.

Mama Mia has long been known for its inviting atmosphere, incredible food, and the kind of space that immediately makes people want to linger. It’s a place where celebrations feel effortless, whether that’s an intimate wedding dinner, a birthday gathering, an anniversary, or a private event filled with candlelight and conversation. The restaurant’s charm lies in its balance, elegant without feeling stiff, welcoming without losing polish, and full of character.

That balance is exactly why Silk & Shadows feels like such a natural fit. Our approach to event planning and decoration is rooted in creating spaces that feel thoughtful, layered, and comfortable. We focus on styling that enhances what’s already there rather than overpowering it. At Mama Mia, that means leaning into rich textures, soft lighting, beautiful table settings, and décor that complements the restaurant’s existing warmth and personality.

As a trusted vendor, we work closely with the Mama Mia team to plan and style events that feel seamless from start to finish. From tablescapes and florals to candles, linens, glassware, and custom details, we help transform the space for weddings and private events while respecting the flow and functionality of a working restaurant. Our goal is always to make events feel elevated without ever disrupting the guest experience or the heart of the space.

What truly makes this partnership special is how aligned we are in our philosophy. Both Silk & Shadows and Mama Mia believe that great events are about more than how things look. They’re about how people feel. They’re about hospitality, care, and creating moments that guests remember long after the night ends.

We’re incredibly excited to continue collaborating with Mama Mia and to support couples and hosts who choose this beautiful restaurant as the setting for their celebrations. If you’re dreaming of an event that feels intimate, stylish, and effortlessly welcoming, this partnership makes it even easier to bring that vision to life.

We’re honored to be part of the Mama Mia trusted vendor community and can’t wait to create many more beautiful events together.

Pictures by the talented Anna from Timura Weddings, beautiful florals created by the wonderful Amber from Flower Gold Florals.

Ava Darcy

Ava is the force that brings the Silk & Shadows aesthetic to life. With a background in community leadership, operations, and creative direction, she brings clarity and structure to even the most complex events. Her gift is turning a couple’s ideas into a fully realized visual and emotional experience that feels intentional from the first impression to the final exit.

She specializes in dark romantic and non-traditional styling, with an eye for rich textures, candlelit atmosphere, and immersive details. Her work combines elegance with mood, creating weddings that feel both cinematic and deeply personal.

As a planner and coordinator, Ava is steady, thoughtful, and endlessly organized. Couples often describe her as the calm in the storm. She believes great events come from listening closely, planning carefully, and caring about people as much as the details.

Ava leads every project with kindness, confidence, and a commitment to making the planning journey as beautiful as the celebration itself.

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