California Wedding Day 2026 Finalist | 4-Time Best Invitation Designer Winner

Rachell Rae at California Wedding Day Best of Awards Gala, 2026 finalist and four-time Best Invitation Designer winner.

I’m beyond honored to share that I’ve once again been recognized by California Wedding Day Best of Awards, named a 2026 Finalist in both:

Best Invitation Designer
Best Signage / Calligraphy Designer

This recognition feels especially meaningful because it marks my fourth consecutive win as Best Invitation Designer (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) — after being named a finalist in 2021 and 2020. I was also honored to be a finalist for Best Signage Designer in 2024 and 2025.

Being nominated consistently since 2019 is something I never take lightly. Each year represents countless client conversations, custom sketches, hand-torn paper edges, layered textures, and meaningful details that tell a couple’s story before guests ever take their seats.

California Wedding Day Best of Awards display featuring floral arrangement and 2025 magazine highlighting industry winners.

California Wedding Day Best of 2025 magazine display at awards gala event with styled blue lighting and florals.

2026 Round Two Voting Is Open

Round two voting for the California Wedding Day Best of 2026 Awards is now open to industry professionals through February 27.

Winners will be announced at the Best of 2026 Awards Gala this May. This annual celebration honors standout vendors and recognizes leading wedding professionals across the state in planning, design, fashion, florals, photography, venues, and more.

If you’re part of the California wedding community, I would be so grateful for your vote and continued support. And truly, with love and thanks, thank you to every couple, planner, and creative partner who trusts me with your celebrations. This recognition belongs to you just as much as it does to me.

Wedding industry professionals at California Wedding Day Best of Awards Gala with 2026 finalist Rachell Rae Designs.

Show Hide 0 comments

Design with Love

I treat paper as a meaningful medium and view design as my act of love. At Rachell Rae Designs, we translate your wedding story into thoughtful stationery and signage that elevate every cherished celebration.

Award-winning designer, Rachell, creates bespoke stationery and signage for couples and creative teams across California’s Central Coast. With a white-glove process and a signature modern romantic style, she transforms wedding stories into timeless, meticulously executed keepsakes.

Join Newsletter

Intentional wedding invitation design does more than announce a date. It introduces the vibe.

For Jenna + Kevin’s wedding, each detail in the paper suite introduced elements guests would later experience in person. The Ceremony Oak illustrated on the invitation reflected the setting at Cass Winery, while the custom couple monogram echoed the oval shape of their ring case. A soft yellow envelope subtly previewed the bridesmaids’ dresses guests would soon see walking down the aisle.

When stationery and signage are designed collaboratively with the planner, venue, and floral design team, the entire celebration begins to feel cohesive long before guests arrive.
.
.
Couple: @jennzenn + @k__mann
Planning & Design: @heydayweddings
Venue & Catering: @casswineryweddings
Photography: @chantelsaffordphotography
Invitation Suite & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Florals: @flowersbykim
Draping & Lighting: @draping_bykim
Content Creator: @thesocialclub.xx
Beauty: @beautyxbrittneyhunt @lovelaurarocha @thequeensbees
Bridal Gown: @sarahseven
Cake: @cakecathedral
Band + MC: @theacademyband
String Quartet: @805stringquartet
Bar: @mixedeventsbarservice
MOB: @deevad444
.
.
#weddingdesign #californiawedding #invitation #invitationdesign #weddingstationery

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 18066187514305855

Intentional wedding invitation design does more than announce a date. It introduces the vibe.

For Jenna + Kevin’s wedding, each detail in the paper suite introduced elements guests would later experience in person. The Ceremony Oak illustrated on the invitation reflected the setting at Cass Winery, while the custom couple monogram echoed the oval shape of their ring case. A soft yellow envelope subtly previewed the bridesmaids’ dresses guests would soon see walking down the aisle.

When stationery and signage are designed collaboratively with the planner, venue, and floral design team, the entire celebration begins to feel cohesive long before guests arrive.
.
.
Couple: @jennzenn + @k__mann
Planning & Design: @heydayweddings
Venue & Catering: @casswineryweddings
Photography: @chantelsaffordphotography
Invitation Suite & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Florals: @flowersbykim
Draping & Lighting: @draping_bykim
Content Creator: @thesocialclub.xx
Beauty: @beautyxbrittneyhunt @lovelaurarocha @thequeensbees
Bridal Gown: @sarahseven
Cake: @cakecathedral
Band + MC: @theacademyband
String Quartet: @805stringquartet
Bar: @mixedeventsbarservice
MOB: @deevad444
.
.
#weddingdesign #californiawedding #invitation #invitationdesign #weddingstationery

New season. Same obsession.

If Regency romance is back on your screen, it should be back in your wedding paper too. Think heirloom crests, romantic script, deckled edges, and the softest blush palette layered with florals worthy of high society.

Considering a proper courtship with RRD?
The Ton would strongly encourage it.

Booking Fall 2026 + 2027.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn Planning & Design: @heydayweddings Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros Florals: @flowersbykim Photography: @leanamyraphotography Content Creator: @contentbykam Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine Draping: @draping_bykim Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen Rentals: @gycrentals Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth Entertainment: @electricirque Dessert: @justbakedpaso Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers  Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo
Bridal Shoes: @jimmychoo
Makeup: @thequeensbees

.
.
#weddinginvitation #wedding #weddingstationery #invitation

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 17919155004269881

New season. Same obsession.

If Regency romance is back on your screen, it should be back in your wedding paper too. Think heirloom crests, romantic script, deckled edges, and the softest blush palette layered with florals worthy of high society.

Considering a proper courtship with RRD?
The Ton would strongly encourage it.

Booking Fall 2026 + 2027.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn Planning & Design: @heydayweddings Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros Florals: @flowersbykim Photography: @leanamyraphotography Content Creator: @contentbykam Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine Draping: @draping_bykim Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen Rentals: @gycrentals Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth Entertainment: @electricirque Dessert: @justbakedpaso Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers  Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo
Bridal Shoes: @jimmychoo
Makeup: @thequeensbees

.
.
#weddinginvitation #wedding #weddingstationery #invitation

With the return of Regency-era romance, wedding stationery is embracing refined calligraphy and heirloom details. This Bridgerton-inspired suite is a reminder that timeless design never truly fades. It simply waits for its moment.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn Planning & Design: @heydayweddings Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros Florals: @flowersbykim Photography: @leanamyraphotography Content Creator: @contentbykam Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine Draping: @draping_bykim Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen Rentals: @gycrentals Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth Entertainment: @electricirque Dessert: @justbakedpaso Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals Marketing, Site, and Promotion: @angellicadesigns DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo Model: @macyjanemodeling Model Hair: bluebirdsalon_collaborative Model Makeup: @thequeensbees
.
.
#weddingstationery #weddinginvitation #calligraphy #californiawedding #bridgeton

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 18094300948790442

With the return of Regency-era romance, wedding stationery is embracing refined calligraphy and heirloom details. This Bridgerton-inspired suite is a reminder that timeless design never truly fades. It simply waits for its moment.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn Planning & Design: @heydayweddings Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros Florals: @flowersbykim Photography: @leanamyraphotography Content Creator: @contentbykam Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine Draping: @draping_bykim Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen Rentals: @gycrentals Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth Entertainment: @electricirque Dessert: @justbakedpaso Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals Marketing, Site, and Promotion: @angellicadesigns DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo Model: @macyjanemodeling Model Hair: bluebirdsalon_collaborative Model Makeup: @thequeensbees
.
.
#weddingstationery #weddinginvitation #calligraphy #californiawedding #bridgeton

Dearest gentle reader,
A new season has arrived, and the Ton is paying close attention.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn
Planning & Design: @heydayweddings
Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros
Florals: @flowersbykim
Photography: @leanamyraphotography
Content Creator: @contentbykam
Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia
Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine
Draping: @draping_bykim
Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen
Rentals: @gycrentals
Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist
Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana
Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco
Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth
Entertainment: @electricirque
Dessert: @justbakedpaso
Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals
Marketing, Site, and Promotion: @angellicadesigns
DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc
Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers
Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo
Model: @macyjanemodeling
Model Hair: bluebirdsalon_collaborative
Model Makeup: @thequeensbees
.
.
#pasoroblesweddings #bridgeton #bridgeton #weddinginvitation #weddingsignage

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 18018875918805587

Dearest gentle reader,
A new season has arrived, and the Ton is paying close attention.
.
.
Venue: @pasoroblesinn
Planning & Design: @heydayweddings
Hosting Committee: @centralcoastweddingpros
Florals: @flowersbykim
Photography: @leanamyraphotography
Content Creator: @contentbykam
Cinema: @patmanang @mooncrestmedia
Stationery and Signage: @rachell_rae_designs & @palette.and.pine
Draping: @draping_bykim
Specialty Linen: @bellacouturelinen
Rentals: @gycrentals
Harpist: @jan_walters_harpist
Guest Watercolor Painting: @paintedlovebykristiana
Specialty Lounges: @bohosloco
Photo Booth: @thatonephotobooth
Entertainment: @electricirque
Dessert: @justbakedpaso
Decor Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals
Marketing, Site, and Promotion: @angellicadesigns
DJ/MC & Lighting: @epicentertainmentinc
Jewelry: B. Anthony & Co. Jewelers - @banthonyjewelers
Bridal Gown: @epiphanyboutique_slo
Model: @macyjanemodeling
Model Hair: bluebirdsalon_collaborative
Model Makeup: @thequeensbees
.
.
#pasoroblesweddings #bridgeton #bridgeton #weddinginvitation #weddingsignage

Signature sips: The Pounder & The Wiggler.
Full bar, whole bone available. No one’s going home thirsty with @caminococktailco bartending.
.
. Vendor Love:
Planning & Design: @live_andloveevents  Venue: @villaloriana.slo
Stationery & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Photography: @ashleyrae.associates @ashleyraestudio  Officiant: @rabbi.janice  Beauty: @tamibernardmakeup  Florist: @moonglowfloral  Rentals: @allaboutevents  Specialty Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  Bar: @caminococktailco  Caterer: @fieldtotableevents  DJ Entertainment @muirmusic  Music @805stringquartet Transportation: @slosaferide Welcome Party @thepennyslo
.
.
#weddingsignsdesigns

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 17910985293333597

Signature sips: The Pounder & The Wiggler.
Full bar, whole bone available. No one’s going home thirsty with @caminococktailco bartending.
.
. Vendor Love:
Planning & Design: @live_andloveevents  Venue: @villaloriana.slo
Stationery & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Photography: @ashleyrae.associates @ashleyraestudio  Officiant: @rabbi.janice  Beauty: @tamibernardmakeup  Florist: @moonglowfloral  Rentals: @allaboutevents  Specialty Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  Bar: @caminococktailco  Caterer: @fieldtotableevents  DJ Entertainment @muirmusic  Music @805stringquartet Transportation: @slosaferide Welcome Party @thepennyslo
.
.
#weddingsignsdesigns

A five-star review with a love note to match, and a reminder of why I do this work. 💕

Now booking 2026 + 2027 weddings for couples who value elevated, modern romantic design, trusted guidance, and a vendor who delivers beyond expectations.
.
. Vendor Love:
Planning & Design: @live_andloveevents  Venue: @villaloriana.slo
Stationery & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Photography: @ashleyrae.associates  Officiant: @rabbi.janice  Beauty: @tamibernardmakeup  Florist: @moonglowfloral  Rentals: @allaboutevents  Specialty Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  Bar: @caminococktailco  Caterer: @fieldtotableevents  DJ Entertainment @muirmusic  Music @805stringquartet  Transportation: @slosaferide  Welcome Party @thepennyslo
.
.
#weddinginvitation #californiawedding #custominvitations #weddinginvites #weddingsigns

Open post by rachell_rae_designs with ID 17936782440140156

A five-star review with a love note to match, and a reminder of why I do this work. 💕

Now booking 2026 + 2027 weddings for couples who value elevated, modern romantic design, trusted guidance, and a vendor who delivers beyond expectations.
.
. Vendor Love:
Planning & Design: @live_andloveevents  Venue: @villaloriana.slo
Stationery & Signage: @rachell_rae_designs
Photography: @ashleyrae.associates  Officiant: @rabbi.janice  Beauty: @tamibernardmakeup  Florist: @moonglowfloral  Rentals: @allaboutevents  Specialty Rentals: @embellishvintagerentals  Bar: @caminococktailco  Caterer: @fieldtotableevents  DJ Entertainment @muirmusic  Music @805stringquartet  Transportation: @slosaferide  Welcome Party @thepennyslo
.
.
#weddinginvitation #californiawedding #custominvitations #weddinginvites #weddingsigns