Summer 2014
C o l o r a d o Real Rocky Mountain
Weddings
35 Ways To Add COLOR To Your Wedding Day
Venue Inspiration
Get The Look Urban & Modern Spaces
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REGIONALLY PUBLISHED BY: RMB Media, LLC PUBLISHER Erika Oltmann EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Taylor Chamberlain CONTRIBUTORS Abby Turner Geneveive Bermeister Janie Rocek Mary Lou Oslund Sabrina Triola DISTRIBUTION Warner International Distribution Mountain Area Chambers of Commerce Select Storefronts in WY, MT, CO, UT, NM, AZ, NV, ID SUBSCRIPTIONS Please visit us at rockymountainbride.com to view a list of locations or order a magazine online ADVERTISING INQUIRIES e: hello@rockymountainbride.com p: 303.902.9661 w: rockymountainbride.com to download the media kit FEATURES For features please email us at submissions@rockymountainbride.com Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine Colorado is published by RMB Media, LLC. All rights reserved. No portion may be duplicated, in whole or in part, without the written consent of its publishers. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. The publisher assumes no responsibility for accuracy of information or omissions from the material provided. Rocky Mountain Bride cannot be held liable for the quality or performance of goods and services rendered by the advertisers published in this magazine.
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Features
SPRING/SUMMER 2014 COLORADO FINDS 12 Paper Pop: SWEET Letterpress Designs 14 Local Love: Duel Design Shop 16 Cocktail Hour: Colorado Beer Guide
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STYLE & BEAUTY 31 Jewelry Color Pop 32 Summer Wedding Hair How-To TRENDS 53 Urban Venues
58 Lacielle Roselle 60 Maggie Evans Designs 63 Wedding Wars
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INSPIRATION 72 Living Color 77 Table Trends: Pantone Palettes
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EXPLORE 82 Getting Outside Guide: Vail Racquet Club 84 Food Profile: Maxwell’s CELEBRATE 86 Bridesmaid Brunch TRAVEL 89 94 95 96
Honeymoon: South Seas Resort The Inn at Lost Creek The Outlook Lodge The Ritz Carlton, Denver
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Clockwise frome top: Ellie Baygulov Natural Light Photographer, Robin Proctor Photography, Shalynne Imaging Photography, Custom Creations, Ashley Sawtelle, South Seas Resort Rebecca Stumpf Weddings
MEET THE PROS
Weddings
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SPRING/SUMMER 2014 THE GREAT PLAINS REAL WEDDINGS
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GET THIS LOOK
42 The Club at Flying Horse 50 Kevin’s Taylor at the Opera House
THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS
23 Erica & Todd Salida, CO
GET THIS LOOK
20 Taharaa Mountain Lodge 28 Telluride Ski Resort - Gorrono Ranch
THE COLORADO PLATEAU REAL WEDDINGS
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66 Erin & Michael Grand Junction, CO
IN EVERY ISSUE 8 Editor’s Letter & Favorite Things 97 Wedding Planner Checklist 98 The Marketplace Directory
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Clockwise frome top: Brinton Studios, Real Life Photographs, Marianne Brown Photography, Yellow Feather Photography, Cat Mayer Studio
REAL WEDDINGS
Ben Eng Photography
Nestled in the heart of Southwestern Colorado’s magnificent San Juan Mountains, just a breathtaking gondola ride from historic downtown Telluride, awaits true mountain paradise!
Ben Eng Photography
Editor’s Letter
RMB’s Favorite Things
As we travel around this gorgeous state, we have found a renewed love for all things LOCAL! From Farmers Markets, to ETSY, and all the adorable shops in-between, there is some amazing talent in Colorado.
Tea Time - Start each
morning off right with tea or coffee from this handmade glazed ceramic mug from Sacred Sleep, a brand of products from Pinto Barn. Web: pintobarn.com Web: sacredsleep.com
Love Notes -
Pretty paper for notes and creative ideas is a must! Check out Willow Studio Shop’s Gold Vine Embossed Moleskine Journal. Erika Oltmann, Publisher & Taylor Chamberlain, Editor
ETSY: willowstudioshop
Hello lovely,
Welcome to Rocky Mountain Bride Colorado! We are honored that we can be a guide in your pursuit of a Rocky Mountain “I Do.” Right now, we are smitten with the bright, vibrant colors of spring and summer. Let the blue sky and red wildflowers become your color palette. Embrace the natural colors of the season and make them your own.
Clutch Find -
This red hornback fold over leather clutch is the perfect all day accessory. Web: cowhidemirrors.com ETSY: AnythingbutPlainJane
We’ve been bringing you the best of Colorado Weddings for the past 19 years, and loving every minute of it. We hope you enjoy every page of RMB Colorado.
Happy Planning!
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Sweet Scents - Lit
Candles are soy wax candles handmade from recycled wine bottles. Try their best seller scent - Mimosa. ETSY: LitSoyCandles
On The Cover
A day on the lake, with a little rain for good luck. This styled shoot was inspired by vintage elegance, and the classic ambiance of the Rockies.
Vendors
Cake: Cornerstone Chocolates & Confections cornerstonechocolates.com | 970.291.1343 China: World Market | worldmarket.com Dress: Emma + Grace Designer: Saint Patrick emmaandgracebridal.com | 720.383.8091 Flowers: Petals & Pours petalsandpours.com | 303.503.3548 Hair: Hayley Johnson hayleystyles.com | 303.895.9795 Invitations: Inviting Moments etsy.com/shop/invitingmoments Jewelry: World Market | worldmarket.com Make-Up: Makeup by Heather B makeupbyheather.com | 719.232.5147 Menswear: Al’s Formal Wear alsformalwear.com | 800.460.8500 Models: Heather & Cody Baker Name Cards: Mavora | mavora.com Photographer: Ali & Garrett Wedding Photographers
aliandgarrett.com | 720.226.2415
Veil: Emma and Grace emmaandgracebridal.com | 720.383.8091 Venue: Piney River Ranch pineyriverranch.com | 303.905.4439 Rentals: Chairished Vintage Rentals chairished.com | 303.500.3822 Rentals: Alpine Accents | 970.668.3113 Wedding Planner: Frosted Pink Weddings frostedpinkweddings.com | 970.701.4157
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Summer Cover Winner
A big congratulations to Pippin’s Pictures Photography for winning the RMB Cover Contest! Her beautiful photo will grace the Summer Cover of Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine! Below are a few snapshots of the winning photo’s wedding of Sara and Brian Falk!
Vendors
Bar: With a Twist Bartending Services withatwistbar.com | 303.859.7646
DJ: DJ Ron Michaels ronmichaelsweddings.com | 970.225.3900
Photo booth: Red Fox Photo Booth redfoxphotobooth.com | 970.231.5850
Beauty: Ahhh Mobile Spa ahhhmobilespa.com | 720.252.4516
Floral: Kim & Company kimandcompany.org | 970.669.1878
Photography: Pippin’s Pictures Photography pippinspics.com | 303.416.0072
Bridesmaid’s Attire: David’s Bridal | davidsbridal.com
Shoes: Toms | toms.com
Cake: Whole Foods | wholefoodsmarket.com
Dress: Little White Dress Bridal Shop Designer: Badgley Mischa lwdbridal.com | 303.814.8972
Catering: YMCA of the Rockies ymcarockies.com | 970.586.3341
Lanterns: Luna Bazaar lunabazaar.com | 802.254.4646
Chairs: Event Rents eventrents.net | 303.972.0975
Lighting: Pure Energy pureenergyevents.com | 303.800.1357
Desserts: Street Fare at The Boulder Shelter Bakery bouldershelter.org | 303.442.4646
Menswear: Men’s Warehouse | menswarehouse.com
Venue: Mountainside Lodge - YMCA of the Rockies ymcarockies.com | 970.586.3341 Vintage Rentals: Acorn and Oakleaf Vintage Rentals 720.352.0506 | facebook.com/acornoakleafvintage Wedding Planner & Designer: Pink Champagne Events pinkchampagneevents.com | 720.872.1642
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Colorado Finds
SWEET Letterpress Designs
Custom, hand-pressed, and created just for you... that’s what SWEET Letterpress Designs is crafting in Boulder! From modern shapes, to custom colors, they can craft the perfect invites for you.
{visit} 4593 N Broadway, Suite C118 Boulder CO 80304 {studio} 720.379.3232 {letterpress sweetness} sweetletterpress.com {design for business} sparkandflourish.com
Melany
Chic Swirl
Western Minimalist
The Art of an Invite Wedding Invitations have transformed over the past years. Once a template that everyone just re-used, invites are now an extension of the couple’s style and wedding story. Don’t be afraid to create an invite that’s whimsical and playful - it will set the tone of your wedding. 12 rockymountainbride.com
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Colorado Finds
Located in Denver, Duel Design Shop is filled with all things handmade, vintage, and local. Find your Bridesmaid’s gifts in their adorable shop, or work with them to create the perfect paper and invites for you big day!
Duel Design Shop
Visit:
84 Pennsylvania Street Denver CO 80203
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Email: info@dueldesignshop.com
Call:
303.733.3534
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Colorado Finds
Colorado Beer Guide
For Cocktail Hour, let guests taste the local beers of Colorado. From Denver to Grand Junction, there are over 140 amazing breweries!
RMB’s Top 5 Brews 1. Tommyknocker Brewery Jack Whacker Wheat Ale 2. Odell Brewing Easy Street Wheat 3. New Belgium Sunshine Wheat 4. Bristol Brewing Beehive Honey Wheat 5. Breckneridge Brewery Vanilla Porter
The Beer Flight and Wooden Cooler was crafted by Park Hill Country - a Colorado Company creating craft beer accessories, coolers, and wine box’s all out of North American hard wood. They even have a wooden beer holder for your bike!
ETSY: etsy.com/shop/ParkHillCountry Photography: Shalynne Imaging Photography
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We provide worry free, memorable wedding parties with sumptuous fare. You’ll feel like dancing too!
The measure of success
303-433-3332 or www.threetomatoes.com
duel design shop In-House Design & Production Invitations | Save-the-Dates | RSVPs Programs | Table Numbers | Table Cards Custom Favors | Bridesmaid & Groomsmen Gifts Customize every detail to make it truly yours. www.DuelDesignShop.com 303.733.3534 rockymountainbride.com
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We are a full service event coordination and rental company. We specialize in destination weddings, event design and equipment rentals. Call us at 970-349-0609 to discuss how we can assist with your upcoming event.
WEDDING COORDINATION, TENT RENTALS, EVENT DESIGN
Photography: Alison White and Alex Fenlon
970.349.0609
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The Perfect Venue For The Perfect Colorado Mountain Town
Weddings Rehearsal Dinners Welcome Parties Catering Maxwell’s Steakhouse & New American Cuisine 226 Elk Ave Crested Butte, CO 81224 970-349-1221 www.maxwellscb.com Photos by: Alison White Photography
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The Rocky Mountains
Ali & Garrett Wedding Photographers
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Estes Park Salida Telluride
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Get The Look
Get The Look
Taharaa Mountain Lodge Estes Park
Photography:
Elizabeth Cryan Photography
Web: elizabethcryanphotography.com Phone: 412.952.3679 Email: elizabeth@elizabethcryanphotography.com Models: Melissa and Shane Shannon
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5 Floral
4 Venue
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Get The Look
1 Dress
Hayley Paige
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2 Beauty
3 Suit
6 Planner
7 Shirt
Nordstrom
A Mountain Lodge is the perfect place to say “I Do.” The design inspiration for the look came from creating an intimate and cozy rustic lodge ambiance that any couple would love for their wedding day! The rich colors of the floral and wheat suit complemented the wood and stone at Taharaa beautifully.
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1 Blue Bridal Boutique
2Girls & Curls
3 Nordstrom
4 Taharaa Mountain Lodge
w: bluegowns.com p: 303.446.2583 e: info@blue-bridal.com
Hairpiece: Girls & Curls w: girlsandcurls.com p: 303.881.7130 e: info@girlsandcurls.com
Shoes:To Boot NY Senato & Nina Belinda Cage Sandal
w: taharaa.com p: 970.577.0098 e: info@taharaa.com
Tie: Calibrate Silk Tie w: shop.nordstrom.com
5 Bare Root Flora
6 Pink Champagne Events
7 Ratio Clothing
w: barerootflora.com p: 203.980.9575 e: info@barerootflora.com
w: pinkchampagneevents.com p: 720.872.1642
w: ratioclothing.com p: 720.515.4348
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Todd Reed
w: toddreed.com p: 303.442.6280 e: info@toddreed.com
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Real Wedding
Erica & Todd
Salida
Erica and Todd have known each other since the 6th grade. After staying friends all through Middle School, High School, and even College, something changed when Todd moved to Colorado. Erica knew on their first date that he was “the one!� The two celebrated their love on a beautiful bluebird sky day September 7, 2013, in Salida. Their wedding was a perfect celebration of all the little things they love!
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The colors: The color base was made up of grey, navy, and black neutrals mixed in with natural elements, such as bark and wood. The flowers acted as the color pop of rich burgundies and corals. Tones of lavender, blue, and turquoise were spotted throughout the wedding. The theme: Erica and Todd’s wedding was a collection of everything they loved. They mixed Colorado mountains with rustic whimsy to create a look that represented them perfectly. The dress: Erica wore a vintage cut Monique Lhuillier Gown. Erica fell in love with the sweetheart neckline, the silk fabric, the delicate beading in the straps, and the train of the gown. The flowers: Erica wanted local, natural, wild, and whimsical flowers.
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Favorite detail: Erica loved that the wedding felt like Todd and herself. They wanted the day to honor who they are, while they celebrated their love for each other. It was a combination of their favorite things and their favorite people. Advice for RMB Bride’s: “A Day of Coordinator is key! Give you and your soon-to-be husband the day to take it all in and be together. A Coordinator will take care of all the behind the scenes logistics. When it comes to details, don’t sweat the small stuff. My advice is to start big, focus on your overall concept, and the small touches will work themselves in naturally. Most importantly, take a moment on your wedding day, look around, and be grateful. Some time during the reception, sneak off for a minute to reflect, then look back at the beautiful group of people that are there to support you. You are very lucky!”
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Color Board Bridesmaid’s Attire: J.Crew “Misha” | jcrew.com Cake: Family Friend Caterer: Kalamata Pit kalamatapit.com | 970.485.2874 Cocktail Hour China: Susty Party sustyparty.com | 877.721.4338 Dress: Love The Dress Designer: Monique Lhuillier “Mikalya” lovethedressbridal.com | 912.667.6946 Flowers:Weathervane Farm weathervanefarmbv.com | 719.395.8356 Hair: Beauty by Fae facebook.com/BeautyByFae | 303.567.7500 Invitations: Minted minted.com | 888.828.6468 Jewelry: Family Heirlooms Lodging: The Palace Hotel salidapalacehotel.com | 719.207.4175 Make-Up: Beauty by Fae - Kylee facebook.com/BeautyByFae | 303.567.7500
The cake: Taste was #1 for Erica and Todd, so they chose their favorite flavors: carrot cake, mocha, and coconut!
Menswear: Mens Warehouse | menswarehouse.com
The food: Keeping the food local was very important to Erica and Todd. They had a buffet featuring fish, beef, falafel, roasted vegetables, and even Yak meatballs!
Photographer: Yellow Feather Photography yellowfeatherphotography.com | 720.515.1084
The honeymoon: The newlyweds jetted away to Bali for 2 weeks! 3 adjectives: Spiritual, local, and loving
Officiant: Doug Pinto | dougpinto.net
Rehearsal Dinner: Rivers Edge Resturant 719.207.4267 | facebook.com/salidariversedge Shoes: Blue by Betsey Johnson macys.com Venue: Hutchinson Ranch hutchranch.com | 719.221.4672 Rentals: Settings Event Rental settingseventrental.com | 719.539.2434 Wedding Planner: Ululani Event Design ululanievents.com | 719.293.1961
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Area Guide Salida
EAT
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River’s Edge Bar & Restaurant
Heart of the Rockies Wedding Association
Cuisine: American comfort food & small plates w: facebook.com/salidariversedge
Amicas Pizza & Microbrewery
This website is the ultimate planning resource for your Salida Wedding and beyond! Check out local vendors and beautiful places to say “I Do!”
Laughing Ladies
w: heartoftherockieswedding.com p: 719.203.1994 e: heartoftherockieswedding@gmail.com
p: 719.207.4267
Cuisine: wood-fire pizzas & brew w: amicassalida.com p: 719.539.5219 Cusinie: regional Colorado w: laughingladiesrestaurant.com p: 719.539.6209
EXPLORE
w: captainzipline.com
w: absolutebikes.com
w: rmoc.com
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Get The Look Gorrono Ranch Telluride
Photography:
Real Life Photographs
Web: reallifephotographs.com Phone: 970.275.5637 Email: info@reallifephotographs.com Models: Hallie & Brian Conlin
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Get The Look
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Nicole Miller
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Allure Men
A rustic venue takes on a modern look.The style of the shoot was “Inverted Spring”- adding the fresh elements of spring into a mountain lodge. The clean lines and bright tulips created a beautiful contrast in the space.
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Elements
1 a & be`
2 Carmen Wolcott
3 Denver Tux
4 Gorrono Ranch
Hairpiece: Sara Gabriel “Josephine” Hair wrap w: aandbebridalshop.com p: 720.627.5760 e: hello@aandbebridalshop.com
w: telluridemakeupartist.com p: 970.708.0713 e: Carmenwolcott@Gmail.com
w: denvertux.com p: 303.238.3332 e: info@denvertux.com
w: tellurideskiresort.com p: 970.728.7446
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6 Soiree Telluride
7 Two Skirts
w: newleaftelluride.com p: 970.708.0493 e: frannie@newleaftelluride.com
w: telluridesoiree.com c: 970.708.0297 e: telluridesoiree@yahoo.com
w: twoskirts.net w: p: 970.728.6828 e: telluride@twoskirts.net
e: weddings@tellurideskiresort.com
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YX Salon
facebook.com/pages/YX-salon/151487394963805
p: 970.708.2308 e: shaylarw@yahoo.com
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One Stop Past Ordinary
Whether they’re exploring unspoiled wilderness, hooking a trophy trout in our private river, hiking, biking, skiing, or golfing, your guests can relax in the Rocky Mountain hospitality we’re known for.
granbyranch.com 970.887.5143 facebook.com/GranbyRanch
We proudly work with products from Jane Iredale Kevyn Aucoin T. LeClerc Becca Beauty for Real Ardell
and a wide selection of skin care
Telluride Bride
Bridal Makeup Trial Run $40
From contemporary to classic weddings, our expert stylists will unveil your bridal best. Offering hair, makeup and nail services for the entire wedding party.
(credited toward Wedding Day Makeup when booked)
Bridal Makeup Wedding Day $155 Rehearsal Dinner or Engagement Photos $85
Attendants
Attendant Makeup $85 Makeup Enhancement $100 (up to 6 Family & Friends)
10 years and under $20
Nails
Enjoy 20% off regular spa services for yourself and your wedding party the week before your big day.
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Manicure $40 • Pedicure $55 _________________ SERVICES IN OUR SALON OR AT YOUR LOCATION
970.728.7337 Located in the Mountain Village Core
PARK H YAT T BEAVER C REEK ®
www.allegriaspa.com 97O-748-75OO
Jewelry Trends
Style & Beauty
Stones, Gems, & Color
Sarah Cavey Designs Crystal, gems, and rock add a natural element to any outfit. w: etsy.com/shop/SarahCavey left to right: Agate Slice Druzy Pendant, Gray Agate Druzy Necklace, Purple Druzy Amethyst Slice Necklace
Enfuse
Handcrafted Enamel Jewelry For the modern minimalist, a simple color pop is the answer. w: enfusejewelry.com left to right: Nomad Necklace, Color Dot Post Earrings
Ashley Schenkein Designs Use bold jewel tones to stand out and jazz up any outfit. w: asjewelrydesign.com p: 303.828.7183 left to right: La Rambla Green Onyx Necklace, Latin Quarter Ruby Bracelet, Arc de Triomf Ruby Earnings rockymountainbride.com
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Summer Styles
Style & Beauty
Learn the how-to’s for these 3 looks!
By: Janie Rocek Photography: Marcus Edwards Photography Model: Elizabeth O’Keefe
What bridal hairstyles will we be seeing in 2014? There were a lot of great hairstyles that graced the runways at Bridal Fashion Week 2014 and I picked three genres I thought would be wearable for this coming summer season - get ready for braids (of all types!), ornate ponytails, and voluminous hair.
Prep Products
Side Fishtail Braid
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Create a horseshoe section at the top of the head and pin it out of the way. Starting on the right side of the head, grab a small section towards the top front of your head to create a fishtail braid. As you braid, add small sections wrapping around the head from the back side of the braid only. Be sure to be directing your braid to the front of the shoulder.
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Leave hair at the bottom to create another fishtail braid. When you create this braid, you will start on the left side of the head, only adding from the bottom side of the braid. Be sure to direct it towards the front to join the other braid. Clip those two braids temporarily at the bottom.
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Create a french braid from the hair pinned on the top of your head. Elevate the braid as you want volume. Continue braiding until you meet up with the other two braids. Take the three braids, let the ends unbraid a little so you can create one big fishtail braid over the right shoulder. Use a clear elastic tie to hold the fishtail, or take a hair section, wrap the ends, spray with Aquage Transforming Spray, and flatiron to make a “hair” tie.
For inspiration, DIY projects, and the tutorials shown here, please visit janierocek.com and janierocek.com/blog
Double French Twist Ponytail
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Backcomb and brush the top of the hair into place. Part a small section starting on the side of the head with the least amount of hair. Subdivide that section into two and twist the two sections together loosely to the ends.
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Take a tiny section from the bottom, hold it with one hand, and push up the other section with the other hand. This will create a drawstring effect on the hair.
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Wrap the ends around your finger and pin into base of head using two bobby pins to create an X to lock the section in. Repeat around the circumference of the head, making sure not to part the hair too far up, so no part lines are in the hairstyle.
Style & Beauty
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Create three partings. Backcomb one of the back sections from the front to the center back using an Aquage Detailing Brush and Biomega Firm and Fabulous hairspray.
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After backcombing, brush surface smooth with Aquage Smoothing Brush towards the center back, roll hair into french twist and pin in. Repeat on other side.
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Backcomb the top section using the same technique. To create volume, be sure to elevate the hair straight up while backcombing. After smoothing and controlling, drape the section over the center where the two french twists join. You can either leave it as is, or add a few bobby pins to secure the ponytail in.
Voluminous Faux Bob
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June 6th
GARDEN WEDDING
PHOTO: BRIAN KRAFT PHOTOGRAPHY
a captivating tuscan estate
20 minutes south of Denver overlooking Historic Parker and offers exclusive use of over 10,000 square feet of interior space, beautiful Mediterranean styled architecture, amazing views of the architecture, amazing views of the Rocky Mountains and pleasant gardens and walking paths for you and your guests to enjoy.
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Drawing you in with its charms, striking Rocky Mountain views and effortless flow of indoor and outdoor settings that take you from vows to reception.
ONCE INSIDE THE ESTATE’S WALL, YOU AND YOUR GUESTS FEEL AS THOUGH YOU ’ VE ESCAPED TO THE ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE. SURROUNDED BY LUSH GARDENS AND WALKING PATHS THE DISTINCT
MEDITERRANEAN VENUE IS THE PERFECT BACKDROP FOR YOUR EVENT TO UNFOLD .
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PHOTO: BRIAN KRAFT PHOTOGRAPHY
BALLROOM KISS
TEL :
303.805.2295
WEB : VILLAPARKER . COM
10750 South Pine Drive - Parker, CO 80138
The Front Range
Marianne Brown Photography
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Colorado Spring Denver Longmont Parker
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Real Wedding
Julie & Nate Longmont
Since Nate and Julie’s first dance on February 13th, 1999, the two have been inseparable! And on their 13th anniversary, Nate completely surprised Julie and asked her to be his forever! The two wed on September 29th, 2013, at YaYa Farm & Orchard on a perfect fall day.
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The theme: The style was modern-vintage and rustic elegance, featuring local and seasonal aspects. Julie tells us that a farm was the perfect place for her wedding. The colors: They chose peach, blush, ivory, and grey as their main palette, with pops of coral and red. The dress: Julie wore a simple strapless Nicole Miller gown, with a fitted bodice, sweetheart neckline, and a dramatically flared hem. The sash was “rada” from BHLDN, that she had dyed to match the gown! The flowers: Julie wanted her flowers to be fun and romantic, with lots of texture and free form. She used ferns, amaranthus, dahlias, old fashioned roses, and berries for her design. The favorite detail: “Our ceremony. We wrote our own vows, and helped plan out the whole Ceremony. It was very personal and meaningful. We didn’t share our vows with each other until the ceremony. We loved hearing what each other had written and we were both surprised by how many similarities there were in what we said to each other.”
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The unexpected: Nate and Julie had planned their entire wedding at The Lyon’s Farmette, but two weeks prior to the wedding, the entire region was hit with the 100 year flood that people are still recovering from. Thankfully, they found a hidden gem in YaYa Farm & Orchard! “Everything turned out so beautiful, it was meant to be,” Julie tells us. The sweets: Instead of the traditional cake, Nate and Julie served apple cider donuts and burnt caramel ice cream with maldon salt. Delish! The food: Nate and Julie sourced local food for their guest to enjoy butternut squash and apple soup, a wood-fired vegetable salad and an assortment of wood-fired pizzas from Basta, made fresh on site. Advice for RMB Brides: “Everything works out! At the end of the day you are marrying the person you love and that is all that really matters. Have fun and enjoy the moment!” Three adjectives: Lovely, Magical, and Fun
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Accessories: BHLDN “rada” sash bhldn.com | 888.942.4536
Bartender: Garnsih - Mobile Craft Bartending garnishbartending.com | 774.238.0970 Bridesmaid’s Attire & Jewelry: J. Crew | jcrew.com Caterer: Basta bastaboulder.com | 303.997.8775 DJ: DJ Shake One volareentertainment.com | 303.229.9195 Dress: Ready or Knot - Nicole MIller “Dakota” readyorknotweddings.com | 402.885.4883 Flowers: Cori Cook Floral Design coricook.com | 303.842.3273 Hair: The Parlour Salon Highlands - Heidi Collins www.theparlour.net/highlands | 303.433.4448 Invitations: Teal Typewriter etsy.com/shop/TealTypewriter Linens: La Tavola latavolalinen.com | 707.257.3386 Live Music: Aaron McCloskey Music aaronmccloskeymusic.com | 970.596.3850 Lodging: Boulder Marriot marriot.com | 303.440.8877 Make-Up: Brandy Rich brandymrich.com | 720.837.4223 Menswear: Banana Republic | bananarepublic.com Officiant: Friend - Scott Hansen Photobooth: Instabooth photoboothofdenver.com | 303.990.8110 Photographer: Marianne Brown Photography mariannebrownphotography.com | 229.457.0975 Rehearsal Dinner: Centro Latin Kitchen centrolatinkitchen.com | 303.442.7771 Seamstress: Alterations by Judy alterationsbyjudy.com | 720.212.5129 Shoes: Piperlime - Seychelles piperlime.com | 877.747.3754 Transportation: Ramblin Express ramblinexpress.com | 303.572.8687 Venue & sweets: YaYa Farm & Orchard yayafarmandorchard.com | 303.485.5585 Rentals: All Events - Tent and Party Rentals alleventsrentals.com | 303.485.9985 Wedding Planner & staff: eat - private chef & catering co icookyoueat.com rockymountainbride.com
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Area Guide Longmont
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Georgia Boys BBQ
Two of Colorado’s best brews are located in Longmont! Stop by for a tour next time your here!
Experience all that Longmont has to offer outdoors!
Cuisine: southern style BBQ
w: georgiaboysbbqcompany.com
Sugarbeet
Cuisine: eclectic American w: sugarbeetrestaurant.com p: 303.651.3330
Ute Creek Golf Course
w: oskarblues.com
Pumphouse Brewery
Cuisine: brew pub and American casual foods w: pumphousebrewery.com p: 303.702.0881
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Spend the day by the water. w: ci.longmont.co.us
p: 720.999.4099
Tee up at Longmont’s premier course! w: golflongmont.com
Longmont Farmer’s Markets
w: lefthandbrewing.com
When: Every Saturday from April to early November at The Boulder County Fairgrounds
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The Club at Flying Horse Colorado Springs
Photography:
Jamie Smith Photography
Web: jamiesmithphotography.com Phone: 719.434.0707 Email: jsmith@jamiesmithphotography.com Local Love Models: Meg & Mark Nicolet
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Divina
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7 Hair
Allure Men
With their clubhouse perched on a hill, and a panoramic view of Pike’s Peak, The Club at Flying Horse is the prime location. The style of the shoot was designed around the club’s European elegance, pulling in rich color hues and textures found in the dress and bouquet.
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1 Something New
2 Makeup by Heather B
3 Jim’s Formal Wear
Hair: Heirbloom by Ahndea May Dress: Divina by Mindi Linscombe w: somethingnewboutique.com p: 719.282.6500 e: info@somethingnewboutique.com
w: makeupbyheather.com p: 719.232.5147
w: jimsformalwear.com
Boutique
p: 618.224.9211
e: makeupbyheatherb@gmail.com
5 Twigs and Posies
6 Luxe Weddings
w: twigsandposies.com p: 719.440.7376
w: luxeweddingscolorado.com
e: events@twigsandposies.com
p: 720.383.1978
e: kelly@luxeweddingscolorado.com
4 The Club at Flying Horse
w: flyinghorsecolorado.com p: 719.494.1222 e: events@flyinghorseclub.com
7 Brandi Trapp w:
facebook.com/pages/love-your-hair-by-brand-trapp/275168670652
p: 719.433.5530 e: brandijeantrapp@yahoo.com
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Parker
Jessica and Jose wed on September 21st 2013, at Villa Parker. While living in the Big Apple, the two met online, and in a New York minute they were in love! Over Labor Day weekend, Jose proposed to Jessica overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge. Their wedding day was filled with love, laughter, and even a Mariachi band! rockymountainbride.com
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The colors: Jessica chose classic ombre shades of blush, white, and navy as her palette. The dress: “MAGICAL! Inspired by Reem Acra Fall 2013 line with heavy embellishment and silk chiffon. I didn’t want to have a wedding dress “off the rack”. I worked with my good friend Natalie designing the wedding dress. The simple shape, plus the ombre effect in the skirt was amazing. I bought all the fabric, beaded lace and rhinestones in NYC. My mother draped and created the pattern herself, and hand sewed the entire dress herself.” The flowers: Jessica had lots of Garden Roses, Ranunculus, and Dusty Miller in the wedding design. Favorite detail: Jessica’s favorite detail was how much fun everyone had! Even her 86 year-old Grandma was on the dance floor. Three adjectives: Romantic, beautiful, FUN
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The first dance: The two danced to “At last” by Etta James. “We both are in our mid 30s, with many relationships over the years, and when we found each other it was love at first sight. I knew we/I had found “the one” right away. Jose called his mom in Paraguay the day after our first date and told her that he found the girl he was going to marry.” The special memories: “It was such a blessing to see how our families, who spoke different languages, still were able to communicate, cry together, and laugh together thru all the speeches. It was a very special thing to experience.”
The cake: The cake had a ruffle and ombre effect, with three different flavors for each tier - coconut cake, chocolate with fresh strawberries, and lemon! Advice for RMB Bride’s: “Get married at Villa Parker during the fall. The trees, the weather, and the customer service is the best!”
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Color Board Bridesmaid’s Attire: Jenny Yoo jennyyoo.com | 212.645.0823 Cake: Mermaids Bakery mermaidsbakery.com | 303.534.0956 Caterer: A Spice of Life aspiceoflife.com | 303.443.4049 Crystal: Macys - Kate Spade | macys.com DJ: Elite DJ myelitedj.com | 303.422.3218 Dress: Custom Design by Judy Chavez Flowers: Mainstreet Flower Market mainstreetflowermarketco.com | 303.841.5866 Hair: Todd Peckham | 303.725.8633 Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas weddingpaperdivas.com Jewelry: Thomas Laine - Ben Amun thomasLaine.com | 800.893.1153 Lodging: Marriott marriott.com | 800.831.4004 Make-Up: Nic | 954.729.3316 Menswear: Men’s Warehouse - Vera Wang menswearhouse.com | 800.776.7848 Officiant: Father Marty freewebs.com/apriestcelebrates | 303.333.3612 Photographer: Brinton Studios brintonstudios.com | 303.875.6422 Rehearsal Dinner: Bride’s Home Shoes: Norstrom - MIA | shop.nordstrom.com Venue: Villa Parker villaparker.com | 303.805.2295 Rentals: Event Rents eventrents.net | 303.972.0975 Wedding Planner: Marilee & Grace marileegrace.com | 720.295.7449
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Elev. 5900 Kitchen and Bar
Two of Colorado’s up and coming micro-brews are located in Parker!
Downtown Parker has some fabulous Festivals, Farmers Markets, and Events!
Cuisine: rustic American w: elev5900.com
p: 720.420.0651
Hickory House Ribs
Cuisine: BBQ w: hickoryhouseribs.com p: 303.805.9742
Parker Days Summer Festival When: June 13th - 15th
w: elkmountainbrewing.com
Smokin’ Brew & BBQ
When: August 30th - September 1st w: smokinbrewbbq.com
La Baguette de Normandy
Cuisine: French bakery w: labaguettedenormandy.com p: 303.805.9130
w: parkerdaysfestival.com
Parker Farmers Markets
w: hallbrewingco.com
When: Every Sunday in the summer on Mainstreet Parker
A perfect setting for your perfect day. The Atrium is a beautifully renovated retro event center with a huge 2-story atrium. Located in southeast Denver, just minutes from I-25 access, the Atrium’s full glass western face shows a glorious full mountain view from outdoor and indoor balconies. We have ample parking and can accommodate receptions from 100 to 500 guests.
2055 S. Oneida St I Denver, Colorado 80224 303-809-8777 I www.AtriumDenver.com
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Get The Look
Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House Denver
Photography: Harper Point
Web: harperpointweddings.com Phone: 970.692.4725 Email: hello@harperpoint.com Model: Lindsey Cowperthwaite & Russ Floyd
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Hugo Boss
2 Hair + Makeup
6 Planner
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With a space in the heart of the Denver Theatre District, the style of the shoot was inspired by the glamorous, Broadway stage. With ornate opera costumes hanging on the walls, Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House is the perfect backdrop for a star-studded affair.
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1 Little White Dress
2 Janie Rocek
3 Nordstrom
Accessories: Malis Henderson, Paris, Monya, Maria Elena w: lwdbridal.com p: 303.814.8972 e: info@lwdbridal.com
w: janierocek.com p: 970.290.1322 e: janierocek@gmail.com
Tie: David Donahue Shirt: John W. Nordstrom w: shop.nordstrom.com
Bridal Shop
4 Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House
w: ktrg.net p: 303.867.0670 | 303.867.0688 e: hillary@ktrg.net | lauren@ktrg.net
5 Bella Calla
6 Wedding Sophisticate
7 Wizard’s Chest
8 Nordstrom Shoes
w: bellacalla.com p: 303.995.2867 e: lilli@bellacalla.com
w: weddingsophisticate.com p: 303.263.4568
w: wizardschest.com p: 303.321.4304
Womens: Blue by Betsy John-
e: brittany@weddingsophisticate.com
e: thewizard@wizardschest.com
Mens: John W. Nordstrom & Calvin Klein Sock
w: shop.nordstrom.com
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Venue Trends Urban & Modern Spaces
blanc blanc is Denver’s newest event venue. Located in the heart of Denver, just north of the Ballpark neighborhood, the versatile space is perfect for your urban wedding. Inside, blanc boasts a large gallery, an innovative conference room, exposed brick walls, ceiling mechanics, and an abundance of natural light.
The WOW Factor
Photography: All Digital Photo and Video
blanc offers a ceremony location indoors or out, and dancing can be in the gallery, under the stars, in the barn, or on the fireside patio! The biggest different about blanc than other venues in the area is their flexibility and availability to make “yes” happen! blanc - where innovation adapts to your wedding design!
w: blancdenver.com p: 303.974.7487 visit: 3150 Walnut Street Denver, CO 80205 rockymountainbride.com
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Venue Trends Firehouse Art Center The Firehouse is a contemporary art center renovated in 1999. They feature national and local exhibitions, education, film, music, dance, lectures, and events. As an added bonus, the income received from facility rentals goes to help rasie cultural awareness and understanding of the arts in the regional community.
The WOW Factor
Rebecca Stumpf Weddings
The Firehouse Art Center is a historic landmark in downtown Longmont, where up to 20 unique art exhibitions are showcased each year. Artwork and styles range from traditional photography, printmaking and painting, to contemporary, interactive installations. Your guests will appreciate our open floor plan and high ceilings, along with the experience of browsing current exhibition at your event.
Lisa Patchem Photography
Rebecca Stumpf Weddings
w: firehouseart.org p: 303.651.2787 visit: 667 Fourth Ave Longmont, CO 80501
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SteamPlant Event Center The SteamPlant Event Center is a stylish, urban wedding venue in downtown Salida. The renovated 1887 Steam Power Plant retains its architectural beauty while exuding a chic atmosphere. It seats up to 180 guests, has full banquet facilities, and overlooks a picturesque outdoor plaza and the Arkansas River. The SteamPlant provides on-site wedding coordinators that have the expertise, taste, and energy to create a custom event for any occasion, from small downhome affairs to elegant extravaganzas.
The WOW Factor
Photos provided by Camera Photography and the SteamPlant Event Center
The SteamPlant offers a spacious ballroom with century old, exposed brick walls, and the perfect mixture of new and old. The Arkansas River is right outside our ballroom doors, with snow-capped mountains only moments away. Downtown Salida is a short walk from our paved patio... everything your could ever want for your wedding is here!
w: salidasteamplant.com p: 719.530.0933 visit: 220 West Sackett Salida, CO 81201
web: firehouseart.org call: 303.651.2787 visit: 667 Fourth Ave
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Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) celebrates innovation and creativity in the heart of downtown Boulder. Housed in a historic landmark building just steps away from Pearl Street, BMoCA offers exceptional views of the Flatirons and Boulder Creek as well as easy access to hotels, shopping, and parking. With over 10,000 square feet of gallery space, BMoCA provides the perfect setting for contemporary wedding.
The WOW Factor Weddings are a work of art at BMoCA. Through four dynamic, rotating exhibitions each year, BMoCA creates unique opportunities to inspire and entertain from 10 to 300 guests. The experienced museum staff will ensure you can relax and enjoy your wedding day!
Photography: Ashley Davis Photography
w: bmoca.org p: 303.443.2122 visit: 1750 13th St. Boulder, CO 80302
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Luxury weddings in an extraordinary location Offering spectacular ceremony and reception venues featuring unforgettable Rocky Mountain Views
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Meet
Ellie Baygulov Natural Light Photographer
Lacielle Roselle
What inspires your designs?
romantic
Mariel Hannah Fine Art Photography
Creating headpieces is my way of expressing myself. I usually find myself spending hours looking at bridal magazines, and reading books on French fashion of the 18th century. I am so in love with elegant mini hats, embellished with silk roses and velvet leaves. I strive to create something that is both vintage and modern at the same time. That is why I stick to designs used in the past, and apply modern techniques to show off my way of making headpieces. I love headpieces because they complement women in a very special way, they photograph beautifully, and they capture desired attention.
With metallic and gold trending, how are you incorporating them into your designs?
Mariel Hannah Fine Art Photography
I truly believe in how beautiful rhinestones, crystals and sparkly beads are. I use Swarovski rhinestones because they have an amazing quality, and I can’t get enough of them! In my studio, which is my favorite place to be, I have lots of pretty antique jars full of silver and gold plated beads, rhinestones, and sew on beads in gold and silver metal settings. Heavily embellished headpieces, encrusted elements of wedding adornments, are considered statement accessories. Most of my brides prefer them to traditional bridal accessories, like veils and tiaras.
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Mariel Hannah Fine Art Photography
In my opinion, delicate and luxurious lace is becoming more popular this wedding season. Lace and embroidery incorporated into bridal sashes, headpieces, and veils, as well as encrusted adornments are in high demand these days. They photograph beautifully, they make brides look romantic, and elegant - heavily beaded accessories and headpieces are a key element. Most brides prefer flower crowns that they can keep for years, and that is where creating silk flowers comes in handy - ethereal wedding gowns embellished with velvet sashes and beaded flowers, cathedral length veils, and of course, custom made garters. There’s so much to choose from, at times it seems that the hardest part for a bride is to determine what style they love the most. Variety can be exciting, so experimenting is required to achieve the best results.
Irina Francis
The Designer
Dear RMB readers, I am so honored to introduce myself to you! My name is Irina Francis and I’m the designer of Lacielle Roselle ®.Lacielle Roselle ® is based out of Portland, OR and officially began in 2011. My educational background is in linguistics and international communication but slowly I started getting interested in fashion, design and styling. Combining them all led to discovering my niche and turning it into my business inspired by intricate embroidery, millinery techniques and timeless beauty.
Ellie Baygulov Natural Light Photographer
Being a lover of languages, I find myself spending hours reading books in French, studying the art of photography, painting, drawing or simply soldering. Now I am learning the art of calligraphy, and even though I am self-taught, I never cease to explore new ways and techniques.I have got my mini studio which I am currently turning into my perfect little space filled with antique findings. I’ve got my loving husband Scott who has been supporting my every step, my passion for travelling, and our 6 adorable Zebra Finches. As for my plans for the near future, I am planning to open my own online shop to sell custom made postcards inspired by organic paper and botanic drawings I collect.
Connect
Yours Truly,
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Maggie Evans Designs How would you describe your wedding dress designs? I love the artistic freedom in design, and mixing edgy textures and cuts with a soft and feminine outline. I love using organic and natural fabrics in all my designs, and mixing in vintage laces and reusable textiles. My background is in Fine Arts, so I approach each gown very sculpturally - letting the dress take shape naturally. I always start with a loose design, but then let the fabric and textures mold the dress into the final product. Each dress is a hand-crafted work of art.
What fabrics do you love to work with?
I have a stock of gorgeous repurposed fabrics and vintage laces that always seem to inspire my designs the most. I almost exclusively work with organic and sustainable silk. Most brides don’t know how versatile silk can be! Raw silk gives the fabric a linen-like look, while bamboo silk gives it that traditional sheen. The natural color of silk is fabulous; a rich ivory that complements everyone! How silk is created acts as a metaphor for the bride. A silk worm makes a cocoon, and transforms into its most beautiful form, much like a bride transforms into her most beautiful form as a wife on her wedding day.
With your new studio space, what’s up and coming for Maggie Evans Designs? I am excited to be doing trunk shows later this year in Seattle at Cicada Bridal and Pittsburgh at Glitter and Grit! With my new space, I also want to start cultivating a community for brides to come, relax, and connect with other brides on the emotional part of wedding planning. I will be offering workshops on helping brides discover how to create a dress that reflects who they are, inside and out. It will all be about connecting around the deeper meaning of that “little white dress.” 60
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What are all the wonderful reasons why brides should create a
custom wedding dress?
My passion is being able to sit down with a bride and talk about the things that inspire her, the clothes she adores, and the way she wants to look on her wedding day. The bride dictates 100% the dress, I am just the creator of her vision. Working with the bride, I am able to sculpt a gown that shows off all the features she loves, and create something that reflects her inner self perfectly. Brides need to know that there is not a definition of what they should look like on wedding day - it’s up to each women to create her own definition of “the dress.” Think outside the box when it comes to your wedding dress; don’t feel pressure to pick a mainstream design. Choose to wear a gown that expresses who you are. Custom provides freedom for brides to choose the dress of their dreams, made with love for them.
The Designer
Maggie Evans
For dressmaker, Maggie Evans, the design and creation of a wedding dress is always collaborative and she is constantly drawing inspiration from her beloved brides, as well as other artist folk. Marvelous things come from working with other creative souls, and you can see that in her work. Details come alive, which sets her work apart through details of knitting, beading, embroidery, hand dyeing and sculpting with fabric. She steers clear of what is trendy; Maggie designs from the heart. With training in Art Therapy, Maggie founded Maggie Evans Designs, a bridal dressmaking company in Boulder Colorado in 2010, which is nothing like any bridal studio.....ever. Combining the compassion and wisdom of a therapist with the ingenuity and style of a designer, she crafts each gown with care and precision.
Connect Web: maggieevansdesigns.com Call: 303.775.5413 Email: maggieevansdesigns@gmail.com Visit: 4730 table Mesa suite C-100 Boulder, CO, 80304 Facebook: MaggieEvansDesigns Twiter: MaggieEvans_CO Pinterest: maggieedesigns ETSY: MaggieEvansDesigns
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299 Main Street Frisco, Colorado 970-668-5732 www.friscotux.com
We Proudly Offer: • Tuxedo and Suit Rentals and Sales • The Latest Styles and Colors • Professional Service • 20 Years Experience Handling Destination Weddings
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Wedding Wars 2014 Hosted by L. Elizabeth Events, the 2nd annual Wedding Wars was held at Baldoria on the Water this past January. Four Vignettes battled for the bride’s vote, and in the end,Team Tuscany was victorious in their design!
Team Dark Debutante
The design was inspired by the 1930’s and 40’s in the deep south - playing on the idea of a New Orleans southern speak easy, with a sultry and darker vibe. Catering: A Perfect Bite Catering
Floral: Lalé Floral Designs
Chairs: Chairs with Character
Hair Stylist: Hayley Styles
Decor: Wright Group Event Services
Makeup: Pretty Bride Shop
Dress: Little White Dress Bridal Shop
Music & Lighting: JM Hyatt Entertainment
Photography: Urban Safari Photography
Wedding Planner: Hourglass Productions
Models: Melissa Schans and Kinsley Phillips
Team Manhattan Glam The inspiration was based on the idea that weddings should be for all couples in love. The design was art deco, mixed with cosmopolitan glam. Catering: Sava Catering
Floral: Timeless Floral and Events
Dress: Little White Dress Bridal Shop
Makeup: Pretty Bride Shop
Hair Stylist: Hayley Styles
Music: Resonance Duo
Photography: Elizabeth Cryan Photography
Wedding Planner: Colorado Aisle
Décor: Seated Elegance
Models: Lana Cordier Shelton and Kaitlin
Team Land of OZ The design was inspired by the idea that the wicked witch of the west deserved a fabulous wedding. The look was complete with ruby red slippers! Cake: The Dessert Stand
Lighting: Skyline Productions
Dress: Brooks LTD
Makeup: Pretty Bride Shop
Floral: Flowers Forever Design
Menswear: Denver Tux
Hair Stylist: Hayley Styles
Photography: Brooke Summer Photography
Invitations: DulceyMade Designs
Rentals: RC Special Events
Wedding Planner: MAG Events Models: Brenda Archer & Maurice Washington
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The Winners(YAY!): Team Tuscany The design inspiration came from the Italian saying, “ Vivere Semplicemente L’amore Stravagante”, which means “Live Simply, Love Extravagantly.” They used the warm and inviting Tuscan colors and elements to create the look.
Cake: The Dessert Stand
Floral: Bella Calla
Paper: Lexisworks
Caterer: All Love Catering
Gelato: Pacuigo’s
Photographer: Rayna McGinnis Photography
Chairs: Chairs with Character
Hair Stylist: Hayley Styles
Planner: L. Elizabeth Events
Dress: Little White Dress Bridal Shop
Makeup: Pretty Bride Shop
Tuxedo: Denver Tux
Lighting: McKinney Entertainment
Venue: Baldoria on the Water
Models – Kirsten Iona and Ryan Daley
Want to see what is created at Wedding Wars 2015?
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Erin and Michael exchanged vows in front of friends and family on a October 5th, 2013, at Two Rivers Winery and Chateau. The two met at a coffee shop, and the rest was history! With fall being thier favorite time of year, they wouldn’t have changed a single thing about their perfect wedding day. 66
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The colors: As the fall is Erin and Michael’s favorite time of year, they chose rich hues of yellow, orange, and burgundy. The dress: Erin described her dress as “elegant, with just the right amount of sparkle.” The flowers: Erin chose natural, wild, organic, and beautiful fall inspired flowers. The favorite detail: Erin tells us that her favorite detail of the wedding was “being able to have the Chateau, for us and the entire wedding party, the night before the wedding, and night of too! it gave us the chance to celebrate and catch up with everyone.”
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The first dance: The first dance was Lyle Lovett, “In my own mind.” Erin is a huge fan of Lyle Lovett! The special memories: “I have two! Our officiate and pastry chef are good friends, and we were blessed to have them involved. The second was that we were able to have our two dogs in the wedding. Together, they made our wedding very personal and unique.”
The cake: Erin and Michael had cupcakes made by their good friend. The flavors were chocolate with chocolate and Two Rivers Port cream frosting, vanilla with vanilla cream frosting, and pumpkin with cream cheese frosting. They all were decorated with edible, hand painted leaves. The food: Guest enjoyed BBQ beef brisket and chicken breast with salad and vegetables for dinner. The unexpected: A surprise fly rod salute from all Erin and Michael’s fly fishing buddies as they were introduced at the reception!
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Color Board Bridesmaid’s Attire: Dress Barn | dressbarn.com Cake: Friend, Mandy Guebara Caterer: The Cowboy and the Rose thecowboyandtherose.com | 970.251.0700 DJ: DJ Ryan Griz Entertainment djryangriz.com | 970.985.0021 Dress: Victoria Rose Bridal Parlor victoriarosebridals.com | 970.245.5851 Flowers: Field Florals fieldflorals.com | 970.527.4541 Hair: Estilos II, A Salon estilos2.com | 970.241.7100 Honeymoon: Old World Inn oldworldinn.com | 707.257.0112 Invitations: Created by the Bride Jewelry: Family Heirlooms Lodging: Two Rivers Winery and Chateau tworiverswinery.com | 970.255.1471 Make-Up: Estilos II, A Salon estilos2.com | 970.241.7100
Advice to RMB Bride’s: “It is your wedding, be sure to make it yours!”
Menswear: Men’s Wearhouse | menswarehouse.com Officiant: Paul Guebara
The honeymoon: The two jetted of to San Francisco and Napa Valley. 3 adjectives: Personal, Unique, and Happy
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Grand Junction EAT
Experience local produce and the famous Palisade Peaches! Clark Family Orchards w: clarkorchards.com
Kokopelli Farm and Produce w: kokopelliproduce.com
Davis Family Farms
w: palisadepeach.com
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Get out and try the grapes of Wine Country, Colorado!
w: stoneymesa.com
w: coloradocellars.com
EXPLORE
The Colorado Plateau has some of the state’s must-see landmarks! Colorado National Monument
w: nps.gov/colm/index.htm
Mesa Verde National Park w: visitmesaverde.com
James M. Robb Colorado River w: cpw.state.co.us
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Inspiration
Be inspired by color, and creatively translate that to your wedding. Whether by a painting, or an vibrant ombre tablescape of flowers, let the color stand out and be your theme!
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Creative Artists
Beauty: Studio B Beaute studiobbeaute.com | 970.618.0102
Cake Design: Maple & Mousse mapleandmousse.tumblr.com | 970.393.3870 Calligraphy: Calligraphy by Robin | 970.963.4610 Dress & Hairpiece: Anna Be` anna-be.com | 720.855.1111 Floral, Decor,& Linens: Carolyn’s Flowers carolynsaspen.com | 970.401.1802 Furrier: Coyote Couture Colorado coyotecouturecolorado.com | 970.331.9813 Groom’s Attire: Denver Tux denvertux.com | 303.238.3332 Jewelry: Meridian Jewelers meridianjewelers.com | 970.925.3833 Models: Katie Smith and Mark D’emden Photography: Robin Proctor Photography robinproctorphotography.com | 970.819.1427 Planner: PJ West Events pjwestevents.com | 970.927.3121 Venue: Aspen Meadows Resort aspenmeadows.com | 970.925.4240 Rentals: Bethel Party Rentals bethelpartyrentals.com | 970.947.9700 rockymountainbride.com
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where natural light, red brick walls, hickory floors and an exposed ceiling all come together to create a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for your event.
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Table Trends
Inspiration
Pantone Colors
Radient Orchid Purple is a rich color that can set the tone for any event. Stick with saturated purples and violets to create a romantic and whimsical look. We pulled from the grey hues of Radient Orchid to create this table. Delicate details, metallics, and bold floral gives it the wow factor!
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Cayenne Corals, oranges, and deep pinks are the perfect complement to a summertime “I Do!” The burst of color found in the deep coral tone of “cayenne” is the perfect complement to golds, peachs, and wood. For the design, we wanted a sophisticate and playful table - notice the metallic figurines and pear name card holders! Though the shapes and gold hues are all different, they work perfectly together.
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Blues, greens, and turquoise colors shout out summer. While we in Colorado are landlocked, dont be afriad to use these coastal shades. Replace traditional “beach” elements with what’s native to Colorado - Antlers act as “western driftwood.” Instead of decor or floral creating a statement, linens can create the wow factor. Find fabrics that add the perfect color pop for your wedding!
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Vendors
Inspiration
Wash Park Studio
Web: washparkstudio.com Call: 303.638.7627 Email: info@washparkstudio.com Visit: 900 S. Pearl Street Denver, CO 80209
Shows & Events AUG.
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Ashley Sawtelle
Web: ashleysawtelle.com Call: 512.585.8898 Email: ashleysawtellephoto@gmail.com
Mainstreet Flower Market
Web: mainstreetflowermarketco.com Call: 303.841.5866 Email: info@mainstreetflower.com
China: Target target.com
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Chargers: World Market worldmarket.com Orange Plates: Target target.com
A Kevin Taylor Restaurant Group Progressive Bridal Show When: Sunday, Sept 28th | 4 - 7 p.m. Where: Kevin Taylor’s at The Ellie Caulkins Opera House Web: ktrg.net
THINK PINK
Stamp: Michaels michaels.com Chairs, Linens, Silverware, & White Plates: Event Rents eventrents.net | 303.972.0975
When: Sunday, Aug 17th | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: Villa Parker Web: wedwonderfully.com
Sip, Savor & Say, “I Do!”
Radient Orchid
Chairs, Linen, and Silverware: Event Rents eventrents.net | 303.972.0975
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A Boutique Bridal Experience When: Wednesday, Oct.1st | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: blanc Web: partysingers.com/thinkpink.html
The Eclectic Wedding Showcase When: Tuesday, Oct. 7th | 6 - 9 p.m. Where: Mile High Station Web: eclecticweddingshowcasedenver.com
Dazzling Blue
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Sneak Peek: RMB Fall & Winter 2014 Engagement Planner, The RMB Gown Guide, Get The Look The 5 C’s - A Diamond Dictionary, Real Weddings, Venue Trends, Table Trends, Wedding Inspiration, & special planning tips for your perfect Colorado “I Do”
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Getting Outside:
Vail Racquet Club Nestled in the scenic Vail Valley with over 20 acres of mountain landscape to explore, Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort is the perfect destination for your outdoor event. With lodging featuring the comforts of home plus a wide range of complimentary amenities, no other Vail resort can match it for unique ambience.
Outdoors to Explore
The rugged alpine beauty of East Vail surrounds you, with renowned hiking and biking trails, fly fishing and kayaking to experience. Explore on your own, or let the Resort recommend guides or outfitters that suit your group’s sense of adventure. Surrounded by nature, it’s hard to believe that the charm of Vail Village is just minutes away by Vail’s own complimentary shuttle.
Activities to Enjoy
Relax with complimentary yoga classes or energize your stay with a workout at the 2,800 square foot fitness center. Enjoy a swim in the year-round heated outdoor pool or a late-night dip in one of the 20-person hot tubs. Sharpen your tennis game on one of the 3 clay courts or 6 hard courts, all surrounded by mountain vistas. Want to be pampered? Wind down in the sauna, savor the calming Eucalyptus steam room or schedule a relaxing massage.
Space to Celebrate
Gather with your family and friends on the lawn for fun and games, use the communal BBQ area or send the kids to play at the private playground or in nearby Bighorn Park. You and your guests can roam, explore and enjoy - all while celebrating new beginnings and making memories together under the Colorado sky. Learn more about Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort: vailracquetclub.com Learn more about planning a wedding with us: eastvailweddings.com p: 970.476.4840 e: sales@vailracquetclub.com Vail Racquet Club Mountain Resort 4695 Vail Racquet Club Dr. Vail, Colorado 81657 82
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custom floral design
www.rosepetalsvail.com flowers@rosepetalsvail.com 888.408.8150
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Eat
Maxwell’s
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Steakhouse & New American Cuisine
the food
Maxwell’s kitchen is run by Chef Egelhoff, whose accolades and awards can be seen in the food. When couple’s work with Maxwell’s for their wedding, food quickly becomes a focal point. The owner, Molly Maxwell, believes in making the event food-focused; choosing menu items that steer clear of the traditional “country club” fare, where chicken, beef, and salmon get overused and turn out bland. The Maxwell kitchen believes is using local and fresh ingredients in customized and creative menus that will leave guest raving about the food! Molly lets all her couples know that if they see or taste something they love to share it with Chef Egelhoff, and he will recreate the dish! That’s how they are constantly coming up with creative foods to offer for weddings. Matching food to a couple’s hometown is another thing that Molly strives to do. “One of my favorite menus came from a wedding last summer. The bride was from Texas, the groom from Louisiana, so we tied created hors de’ oeuvres representing their southern roots, such as shrimp n’ grits, quail, and Texas BBQ. For dinner we highlighted Colorado local cuisine and served pistachio-crusted lamb with a black fig and ruby port sauce, a beef tenderloin carving station with a cabernet demi-glaze, and a halibut lemon burre blanc. In addition, guest enjoyed truffle whipped mashed potatoes, bacon and blue cheese brussel sprouts, and blistered asparagus. To top off the night, the s’mores bar was a sweet treat, and buffalo burger sliders was the perfect late night snack. 84
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the experience
Once you finalize your venue and start planning out the food, get ready for a catering experience that is all about you. Instead of creating a stressful enviroment with limited options and rules, Maxwell’s believes in creating your perfect plate of food! From tastings, to signature drink pairings, and all the details in-between, Maxwell’s will make sure your menu comes to life. Molly tells us that “her heart is full when a Bride and Groom tells me that it was exactly what they envisioned! Her advice to couples planning their wedding is to be creative with the cuisine, and have fun with it! That is what your guest will take with them.
the space
Right on Crested Butte’s charming Elk Avenue, you can find Maxwells. The space is designed to look and feel like a log cabin, inside and out. The exposed beams and wooden floors reminds you that your in the Rockies. For Brides trying to find a great space for the rehearsal dinner, reception, or day after lunch, Maxwell’s can’t be beat! Vibrant wildflowers and beautiful linens transform the space into the ideal mountain space to celebrate the new “Mr. and Mrs.” Their dining room can hold parties up to 180 people seated, and even has a stage and dance floor towards the back of the building.
the details
Catering menus range from $40 to $55 and can be compeltley customied to your prefence and pallete. Stop by Maxwells the next time your in Crested Butte, and taste for yourself what makes thier food stand out!
Visit: 226 Elk Avenue Crested Butte, CO, 81224 w: maxwellscb.com
p: 970.349.1221
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Bridesmaid’s Brunch
A lovely afernoon is best spent with good friends and bubbles. Designing a Bridesmaid’s Brunch can be an easy affair if you follow RMB’s tips on party planning! Photography: Shalynne Imaging Photography
Location: CreekSide Tree Nursery
The Tabke:
Create a bright tablescape with fruit and edibles you can also enjoy with your meal. Peaches, Pears, and Clementines come in colorful hues that will pop! For the bride with a sweet tooth, mini tarts or petit fours work!
The Details:
Explore your local craft store, and find the perfect fabric you can use, either as a colorful table runner or fun napkin. Simple paper name tags make your guest feel special and it helps ID your drink!
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DIY-Lightful
Mimosa Bar
The Table: Old dressers or kitchen buffets make for the perfect display table for your mimosa bar. The Juice: Three’s the rule for drink options! Pick three juices or purees to jazz up the bubbly. The Detail: Tags and signs are easy touches that make a big design impact. They are simple, inexpensive, and ties together the complete look! The Garnish: Sliced strawberries or raspberries are an easy garnish. Top it off with a colorful straw!
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Located on Captiva Island, South Seas Island Resort is the hidden gem of the Florida Gulf Coast. Just 32 miles from Ft. Myers, South Seas feels like worlds away from the mainland. With Caribbean - like waters, and unparrellel service, it is the ultimate place to relax and enjoy being Mr. and Mrs. With a 330 acre wildlife preserve on its property, and 2 1/2 miles of private white sand beach graced with the best shelling in Florida, it is a nature lovers paradise. Lodging at South Seas is top tier - expect modern and deluxe amenities that complement the island way of life. Most rooms on South Seas has a water view - perfect for breakfast in bed while watching dolphins play in the gulf. Traveling around South Sea’s extensive property is a breeze with their Island trolleys, running daily for all guest. Enjoy the open-air ride through the mangrove covered roads to and from all of their amenities. For those looking for a more luxe experience, you can spend the day soaking up the sun in your own private cabana, complete with poolside service for anything you could need. Enjoy gourmet food from The Pointe Restaurant, or a Rum Runner delivered poolside right to you. The cabana’s are ideal for lovebirds looking to relax the day away.
The Dining Experience Get ready to experience some fabulous food! South Seas has a multitude of dining options. Looking to have a cozy night in? Pick up a Pizza from Scoops and Slices, or head over to The Captiva Provision Company for delicatessen’s and a full service market. If you are wanting to experience the South Seas nightlife, head over to Harborside Bar and Grill, their flagship restaurant. Enjoy island fine dining overlooking the Yacht-filled Marina, and exceptional Florida cuisine showcasing delicious local ingredients, and a daily fresh catch straight from the Gulf. Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grill is South Seas newest addition! With live music throughout the week, and Caribbean-style cuisine in a island casual atmosphere, its the perfect night out.
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Honeymooner’s To-Do List on South Seas
Lifestyle Spa & Boutique With over 4,000 square feet dedicated to a full service spa and salon and a wide selection of inspirational apparel and accessories, the Kay Casperson Lifestyle Spa & Boutique is a haven for wellness, rejuvenation, and transformation. For the honeymooners, they offer a variety of couple massages that will be sure to unwind all the post-wedding stress! Try their 50 minute couples massage, complete with champagne and a relaxing lounge for after the treatment.
Take a sunset cruise on Captiva Cruises! Watch dolphins play in the boat’s surf and toast to a wonderful day as you watch the sun dip into the ocean.
Contact w: kaycasperson.com p: 239.579.1470
e: captivaspa@kaycasperson.com
Sunny Island Watersports
Shop till you drop at one of South Seas local stores! H20 Outfitters and Beach Life has all the best island apparel and accessories.
Looking for some fun in the sun? Sunny Island Watersports is your one stop shop for all water activities! Their friendly staff will help you find the perfect adventure. Whether its fishing off the docks, paddle boarding through the mangroves, or parasailing above the gulf, your bound to have a fabulous time!
Spend the day golfing on Captiva Island Golf Club’s pristine course!
For those who like to go fast, try their Wave Runner Tours! Explore neighboring islands, learn all about the area’s rich history, and perhaps even get up close with a manatee or dolphin!
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Contact
Learn to sail on the high seas through Colgate Offshore Sailing School, located at the Yacht Harbor Marina!
www.fortlauderdaleboatrentals.com/locations/CaptivaBoatRentalsandWatersports.aspx
p: 239.472.2938 e: sunnyislandws@gmail.com
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Staymoon The Inn at Lost Creek Looking for a mountain getaway to indulge in both the outdoors and the finer things in life? The Inn at Lost Creek is a Boutique Luxury Hotel nestled in the heart of Telluride’s Mountain Village, and is your ultimate destiantion for a Colorado Honeymoon! Expect to be pampered and completely fall in love with all the Inn and Telluride can offer for your romanci retreat!
Relax
Located in the Mountain Village fashion district, Alpenglow Beauty is Telluride’s only luxury beauty boutique. They have partnered with The Inn at Lost Creek to provide spa service for guests! In addition to an extensive selection of fine cosmetics, fragrances and skin, body, hair and nail products, Alpenglow offers cosmetic, lash, brow, nail, facial and massage treatments. Looking to stay in? Call the Inn at Lost Creek Concierges to schedule a in-room massage!
Explore
The Inn at Lost Creel is surrounded by endless options! Love to ski? Let the ski concierges pick up your rentals from Telluride Sports and you’ll find your boots warm, skis and poles on the snow and tips pointed downhill for a alpine adventure. Spend the day on the greens at Telluride’s par 70, 6,679 yard, 18-hole course! Check your clubs with the Inn and they will make sure your bags are at the clubhouse and your cart is ready to go for the perfect afternoon round!
Visit
Web: innatlostcreek.com Call: 970.728.5678 Email:
reservations@innatlostcreek.com
Facebook: InnatLostCreek
Experience
For honeymooners, The Inn at Lost Creek offers a special package for a 3 night stay starting at $632! Enjoy Lodging in one of their Suites or Condos, a glass of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival, a wine tasting for two at Siam Talay ‘s private dining room, and a private reservation in rooftop hot tub overlooking the majestic Jan Juan Mountains!
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Staymoon The Outlook Lodge Chances are, you’ve never heard of Green Mountain Falls, Colorado, a tiny, picturesque town just 15 minutes west of Colorado Springs. Tucked in the pines, it is home to the undeniably romantic “Gazebo on the Lake,” as well as The Outlook Lodge, a nationally-acclaimed handsome six-room retreat. For those looking for a intimate wedding and honeymoon, The Outlook Lodge is where you need to be!
Relax
Ideal for a private romantic retreat, the Lodge offers a local host in place of a front desk, maintaining a “hands-off” approach, and allowing guests to explore and relax as they wish. The Lodge’s “Romance Compliment,” which can be added to any stay, offers special touches perfect for honeymooners, including rose petal turndown service, a bottle of champagne and a S’mores roasting kit, to be enjoyed at the Lodge’s outdoor circular fireplace.
Explore
Pike National Forest surrounds The Outlook Lodge and is the perfect place to hike and explore the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Garden of the Gods is a registered national landmark and just 15 short minutes from The Outlook Lodge! Explore the park and even sign up to take a guided horseback tour of the area! After your Rocky Mountain adventures, enjoy breakfast at The Pantry in downtown Green Mountain Falls!
Visit
Web: outlookgmf.com Call: 855.463.2557 Email: inquiries@outlookgmf.com Facebook: TheOutlookLodge
Experience
If you’re planning an intimate ceremony, The Outlook Lodge can also be considered a venue. It features open indoor and outdoor function space, a large wraparound porch, back patio with outdoor dining perfect for dinner, and a full kitchen. It also has an on-site coordinator to help with all your event needs. The Outlook Lodge sleeps up to 16, but welcomes a sister property this summer, The Little Beaver Inn, adding five rooms and a hot tub.
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Staymoon The Ritz Carlton, Denver For the comsmopolitian couple looking for luxury and relaaxation in the heart of Denver, The Ritz Carlton, Denver is your perfect retreat. From the moment you walk into the lobby, their serivce, quality, and style will exceed all your expectations. It’s the ideal getaway for those looking to experience Denver luxury.
Relax
From facials to waterfall treatments, relax and renew at The Ritz Carlton’s famous spa. Love beer? The Spa has created two treatments using local Colorado brews! Try their Honey N’ Oats Ultimate Pedicure featuring a beer tasting from Great Divide Brewery, or try Mile High Malt Scrub & Microbrew Massage complete with a stout beer body mask! For the lovebirds, a couple’s massage is the ideal indulgence. Their 50 Minute Reconnect Couple’s Massage is a must! Relax together with champagne afterwards in one of their premier couple’s spa suites!
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From top tier restaurants, to dozen’s of breweries, and shopping galore, the options are limitless when in Denver. Check out the 16th Street Mall for some window shopping and local Denver finds! For those looking for a romantic night out on the town, Larimer Square is the perfect backdrop with hundreds of bistro lights hanging above the street and some of the best eats in the city. Looking to stay in? Elway’s at The Ritz Carlton is one of the cities best restaurants!
Visit
Web: ritzcarlton.com
Call: 303.312.3800 Email: rc.denrz.leads@ritzcarlton.com Facebook: ritzcarltondenver
Experience
The Club Level at The Ritz Carlton, Denver is what will make your romantic getaway so unforgettable. Enjoy five food presentations throughout the day, open bar service, and a private lounge with a 180 degree view of the city and Rockies. Curl up in a leather bound chair, and enjoy your time together. The concierges on the Club Level are there to provide top tier service. From making specialty drinks, to sending you off with a sweet midnight snack, they will make sure your stay is perfect. 96
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4 to 6 Months
Monthly Wedding Planner
Checklist One Year
Gather a list of potential guests and get a ballpark for your guest count Create a separate wedding email to keep track of contacts & vendors Hire a wedding planner Determine a budget Choose a date & location Research Marriage Requirements Choose your bridal party Design a fun wedding website! Start to gather wedding ideas & inspiration
6 to 9 Months
Select a Photographer Have engagement photos taken Create a Final Guest list Send out your Save the Dates Select a Caterer Select a Florist Select a DJ, Band, or Live Music Select a Officiant Purchase your Wedding Dress Select Bridal Party Attire Register for Gifts Decide on the colors & design
Reserve Rental Items Order Wedding Cake or Desserts Get Groom & Groomsmen fitted Purchase Wedding Rings Order Invitations & other Stationary Reserve a Room Block for out-of-towners Start planning out your Honeymoon & apply for any needed passports or visas
2 to 4 Months
Research activities available for guests Plan out fun group activities Finalize Rehearsal Dinner plans Do a hair & make-up trial run Send out formal invitations Begin wedding dress alterations
1 to 2 Months
Pick up Wedding Rings Purchase wedding attire accessories Schedule the final dress fitting Purchase wedding weekend attire Schedule spa services for the ladies Discuss ceremony details with officiant Confirm Bridesmaid’s & Groomsmen attire Confirm photo list with your Photographer Purchase Bridesmaid’s & Groomsmen gifts Create guest favors & welcome bags
1 to 2 Weeks
Obtain Marriage License Pack for your honeymoon Break in wedding shoes Confirm transportation & travel Confirm all wedding details with vendors Provide final guest count to your caterer Create final seating chart & escort cards
On Arrival
Confirm all details with planner & officiant Gather & organize all last minute details Drop off welcome bags to lodging
Wedding Day!
Enjoy every little moment of your Rocky Mountain Wedding!
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phone website
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Frias Properties
800.542.7736
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Marriott
800.831.4004 www.marriott.com
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Old World Inn
707.257.0112
www.oldworldinn.com
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Paragon Lodging
888.306.1376
www.paragonlodging.com
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South Seas Island Resort
866.565.5089
www.southseas.com
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Summit Cove
866.976.7895
www.summitcove.com
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The Inn at Lost Creek
970.728.5678 www.innatlostcreek.com 94
The Outlook Lodge
855.463.2557
The Palace Hotel
719.207.4175 www.salidapalacehotel.com
The Ritz Carlton Denver
303.312.3800 www.ritzcarlton.com 96
Two Rivers Winery and Chateau
970.255.1471
Beauty
phone website
index
Ahhh Mobile Spa
720.252.4516 www.ahhhmobilespa.com
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Allegria Spa
970.748.7500
www.allegriaspa.com
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Alpenglow Beauty
970.728.7337
www.alpenglowbeauty.com
30
Aquage
877.238.1100 www.aquage.com
Beauty by Fae
303.567.7500 www.facebook.com/BeautyByFae 23
Brandi Trapp
719.433.5530
www.facebook.com/pages/Love-Your-Hair-by-Brandi-Trapp/275168670652 42
Brandy Rich
720.837.4223
www.brandymrich.com
36
Carmen Wolcott
970.708.0713
www.telluridemakeupartist.com
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Estilos II, A Salon
970.241.7100
www.estilos2.com
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Girls & Curls
303.881.7130 www.girlsandcurls.com
20
Hayley Styles
303.895.9795 www.hayleystyles.com
10,63,64
Janie Rocek
970.290.1322
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Makeup By Heather B
719.232.5147 www.makeupbyheather.com
10,42
Pretty Bride Shop
720.883.5877
www.prettybrideshop.com
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Spa Anjali
970.790.3020
www.westinriverfrontbeavercreek.com/Spa-Anjali
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Studio B Beaute
970.618.0102
www.studiobbeaute.com
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The Parlour Salon Highlands
303.433.4448
www.theparlour.net/highlands
36
Todd Peckham
303.725.8633
www.facebook.com/pages/Hairstylist-Todd-Peckham/120362251317201 45
YX Salon
970.708.2308
www.facebook.com/pages/YX-Salon/151487394963805 28
Drinks
phone website
index
Breckenridge Brewery
800.328.6723
16
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www.friasproperties.com
www.outlookgmf.com
www.tworiverswinery.com
www.janierocek.com
www.breckbrew.com
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Bristol Brewing
719.633.2555
www.bristolbrewing.com
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Garnish - Mobile Craft Bartending
774.238.0970
www.garnishbartending.com
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New Belgium
970.221.0524
www.newbelgium.com
16
Odell Brewing
970.498.9070
www.odellbrewing.com
16
Tommyknocker Brewery
303.567.4419
www.tommyknocker.com
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With a Twist
303.859.7646 www.withatwistbar.com
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Fashion
phone website
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a & be’
720.627.5760 www.aandbebridalshop.com
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Anna Be
720.855.1111
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Al’s Formal Wear
800.460.8500 www.alsformalwear.com
www.anna-be.com
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Alterations by Judy
720.212.5129
www.alterationsbyjudy.com
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Banana Republic
888.277.8953
www.bananarepublic.com
36
BHLDN
888.942.4536 www.bhldn.com
36
Blue Bridal Boutique
303.446.2583
www.bluegowns.com
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Brooks LTD
303.573.3801
www.brooksltd.net
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Coyote Couture Colorado
970.331.9813
www.coyotecouturecolorado.com
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David’s Bridal
877.923.2743
www.davidsbridal.com
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Denver Tux
303.238.3332
www.denvertux.com
28,63,72
Dress Barn
800.373.7722
www.dressbarn.com
66
Emma + Grace
720.383.8091 www.emmaandgracebridal.com
10
Frisco Fun and Formal
970.668.5732
62
J.Crew
800.562.0258 www.jcrew.com
23,36
Jenny Yoo
212.645.0823 www.jennyyoo.com
45
www.friscotux.com
Lacielle Roselle
www.lacielleroselle.com
58
Little White Dress Bridal Shop
303.814.8972
www.lwdbridal.com
2,11,50,63,64
Love The Dress
912.667.6946 www.lovethedressbridal.com
23
Macy’s
888.289.6229 www.macys.com
23,45
Maggie Evans Designs
303.775.5413
www.maggieevansdesigns.com
60
Mens Warehouse
877.986.9669
www.menswarehouse.com
11,23,45,66
Nordstrom
888.282.6060 shop.nordstrom.com
20,45,51
Piperlime
877.747.3754 www.piperlime.com
36
Ratio Clothing
720.515.4348 www.ratioclothing.com
20
Ready or Knot
402.885.4883
www.readyorknotweddings.com
36
Something New Boutique
719.282.6500
www.somethingnewboutique.com
42
Toms
800.975.8667 www.toms.com
11
Victoria Rose Bridal Parlor
970.245.5851
66
Flowers
phone website
index
Bare Roots Flora
203.980.9575 www.barerootflora.com
20
Bella Calla
303.995.2867
www.bellacalla.com
50,64
Carolyn’s Flowers
970.401.1802
www.carolynsaspen.com
72
Cori Cook Floral Design
303.842.3273
www.coricook.com
36
www.victoriarosebridals.com
rockymountainbride.com
99
Field Florals
970.527.4541
www.fieldflorals.com
66
Flowers Forever Design
303.507.5147
www.flowersforeverdesign.com
63
Kim and Company
970.669.1878
www.kimandcompany.org
11
Lale Floral Designs
720.515.6418
www.laleflorals.com
63
Mainstreet Flower Market
303.841.5866
www.mainstreetflowermarketco.com
45,77
New Leaf Design
970.708.0493
www.newleaftelluride.com
28
Petals and Pours
303.503.3548 www.petalsandpours.com
10
Rose Petals
888.408.8150
83
Timeless Floral and Events
303.995.2779 www.timelessfloralandevents.com
63
Twigs and Posies
719.440.7376 www.twigsandposies.com
42
Weathervane Farm
719.395.8356 www.weathervanefarmbv.com 23
Gifts
phone website
Anything But Plain Jane
970.846.2230
www.cowhidemirrors.com 8
Casa Bella
970.349.6380
www.casabellacb.com
www.rosepetalsvail.com
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Lit Soy Candles
www. etsy.com/shop/LitSoyCandles 8
Park Hill Country
www.etsy.com/shop/ParkHillCountry 16
Pinto Barn
719.539.9100
www.pintobarn.com
8
Sacred Sleep
855.736.3901
www.sacredsleep.com
8
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/willowstudioshop
8
Willow Studio Shop
Jewelry
phone website
index
Ashley Schenkein Designs
303.828.7183 www.asjewelrydesign.com
31
Enfuse - Handcrafted Enamel Jewelry
www.enfusejewelry.com 31
Meridian Jewelers
www.meridianjewelers.com
72
Sarah Cavey Designs
www.etsy.com/shop/SarahCavey
31
Thomas Laine
800.893.1153
www.thomaslaine.com
45
Todd Reed
303.442.6280 www.toddreed.com
20
Two Skirts
970.728.6828
28
More
phone website
index
Aspen Chamber
800.670.0792
www.aspenchamber.org/wed
71
Couture Colorado
720.366.2011
www.couturecolorado.com
88
CreekSide Tree Nursey
303.668.7647
www.creeksideboulder.com
16,86
Go Breck
888.251.2417
www.gobreck.com
57
Luna Bazaar
802.254.4646 www.lunabazaar.com
11
Officaint: Father Marty
303.333.3612 www.freewebs.com/apriestcelebrates/
45
970.925.3833
Officiant: Doug Pinto
www.twoskirts.net
www.dougpinto.net 23
Pantone
201.935.5500 www.pantone.com
77
Wizard’s Chest
303.321.4304 www.wizardschest.com
50
Music
phone website
index
Aaron McCloskey Music
970.596.3850
www.aaronmccloskeymusic.com
36
DJ Ron Michaels
970.225.3900
www.ronmichaelsweddings.com
1
100
rockymountainbride.com
DJ Shake One
303.229.9195 www.volareentertainment.com 3
DJ Ryan Griz Entertainment
970.985.0021
Elite DJ
303.422.3218 www.myelitedj.com
44,45
Greatime DJ
970.845.8566
www.greatimedj.com
62
JM Hyatt Entertainment
303.931.3010
www.hitmusicservice.com/jmhyatt
63
McKinney Entertainment
970.667.0646
www.mckinneyentertainment.com
64
Resonance Duo
303.524.9565
www.flutevibes.com
63
Skyline Productions
720.280.7269
www.coloradosweddingdj.com
63
Paper
phone website
index
Calligraphy by Robin
970.963.4610
72
Duel Design Shop
303.733.3534 www.dueldesignshop.com
14,17
DulceyMade Designs
303.328.7125
63
Inviting Moments
www.djryangriz.com
66
www.dulceymadedesigns.com
www.etsy.com/shop/invitingmoments 10
Lexisworks www.lexisworksart.com 64 Mavora www.mavora.com
10
SWEET Letterpress Designs
www.sweetletterpress.com
12
www.etsy.com/shop/TealTypewriter
36
720.379.3232
Teal Typewriter
Photos
phone website
All Digital Photo + Videa
303.494.2320
Ali & Garrett Wedding Photographers
720.226.2415 www.aliandgarrett.com
Cover,10
Alison White Photography
970.349.2089
www.alisonwhitephotography.com
84
Ashley Davis Photography
303.447.0429
www.ashleydavisphotography.com
56
Ashley Sawtelle
512.585.8898
www.ashleysawtelle.com
76,77
Brinton Studios
303.875.6422
www.brintonstudios.com
45
Brooke Summer Photography
303.351.1051
www.brookesummer.com
63
Cat Mayer Studio
970.234.9339
www.catmayerstudio.com
65,66
Dawn Sparks Photography
303.842.1708
www.dawnsparks.com
8
www.elliebaygulov.com
58
Ellie Baygulov Natural Light Photographer 941.445.1169
index
www.alldigitalstudios.com
53
Elizabeth Cryan Photography
412.952.3679 www.elizabethcryanphotography.com
20,63
Harper Point
970.692.4725
50
Instabooth
303.990.8110 www.photoboothofdenver.com
36
Jamie Smith Photography
719-434-0707
www.jamiesmithphotography.com
42
Laura Murray Photography
303.378.4969
www.lauramurrayphotography.com
41
Lisa Patchem Photography
720.998.2962
www.lisapatchemphotography.com
54
Marcus Edwards Photography
970.203.4586
www.marcusedwardsphoto.com
32
Marianne Brown Photography
229.457.0975
www.mariannebrownphotography.com
35,36,81,104
Mariel Hannah Fine Art Photogrphy
661.992.3099
www.marielhannahphoto.com
58
Merrick Chase Photography
970.275.1109
www.merrickchasephotography.com
13
Pippin’s Pictures Photography
303.416.0072
www.pippinspics.com
cover,11
Rayna McGinnis Photography
720.663.9857
www.raynamcginnisphotography.com
64
Real Life Photographs
970-275-5637
www.reallifephotographs.com
28
Rebecca Stumpf Photography
406.546.7526
www.rebeccastumpfweddings.com
54
Red Fox Photo Booth
970.231.5850
www.redfoxphotobooth.com
11
www.harperpointweddings.com
rockymountainbride.com
101
Robin Proctor Photography
970.819.1427
Shalynne Imaging Photography
www.robinproctorphotography.com
72
www.shalynneimaging.com
16,86
Urban Safari Photography
303.915.1226 www.urbansafariphotography.com
63
Yellow Feather Photography
720.515.1084 www.yellowfeatherphotography.com
23
Planning
phone website
index
Colorado Aisle
303.263.2486 www.coloradoaisle.com
63
Crested Butte Events
970.349.0609
www.crestedbutteevents.com
18
Estes Park Wedding Association
www.estesparkweddings.com
22
Events by MAG
720.980.3233
www.eventsbymag.com
63
Frosted Pink Weddings
970.701.4157 www.frostedpinkweddings.com
10
Hourglass Productions
720.722.2102 www.hourglassdenver.com
63
L. Elizabeth Events
303.250.8089 www.lelizabethevents.com
64
Luxe Weddings
720.383.1978 www.luxeweddingscolorado.com
42
Pink Champagne Events
720.872.1642 www.pinkchampagneevents.com
11,20
PJ West Events
970.927.3121
www.pjwestevents.com
71,72
Soiree Telluride
970.708.0297
www.telluridesoiree.com
28
Ululani Event Design
719.293.1961
www.ululanievents.com 23
Wedding Sophisticate
303.263.4568 www.weddingsophisticate.com
50
Rentals
phone website
index
Acorn and Oakleaf Vintage Rentals
720.352.0506 www.facebook.com/acornoakleafvintage 11
All Events - Tent and Party Rentals
303.485.9985 www.alleventsrentals.com
36
Alpine Accents
970.668.3113
10
Bethel Party Rentals
970.947.9700
72
Chairished Vintage Rentals
303.500.3822 www.chairished.com
10
Chairs With Character
610.772.0555
www.chairswithcharacter.com
63,64
Event Rents
303.972.0975
www.eventrents.net
11,45,77
La Tavola
707.257.3358
www.latavolalinen.com
36,77
Party Land
800.778.9563
www.partyland.com
66
Pure Energy
303.800.1357
www.pureenergyevents.com
11
RC Special Events
303.527.2905
www.rcspecialevents.com
63
Seated Elegance
303.550.9007
www.seated-elegance.com
63
Settings Event Rental
719.539.2434
www.settingseventrental.com
23
World Market
877.967.5362
www.worldmarket.com
10,77
Wright Group Event Services
303.399.9949 www.thewrightgroupnow.com 63
Susty Party
877.721.4338
Savory
phone website
index
All Love Catering
720.917.4186
www.all-lovecatering.com
64
A Perfect Bite Catering
303.755.3640
www.aperfectbitecatering.com
63
A Spice of Life
303.443.4049
www.aspiceoflife.com
45
Basta
303.997.8775 www.bastaboulder.com
36
Centro Latin Kitchen
303.442.7771
www.centrolatinkitchen.com
36
www.icookyoueat.com
36
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rockymountainbride.com
www.bethelpartyrentals.com
sustyparty.com 23
Kalamata Pit
970.485.2874
Maxwell’s
970.349.1221 www.maxwellscb.com
18,84
Pasta Jays
303.444.5800
62
River’s Edge Resturant
719.207.4267 www.facebook.com/salidariversedge
23,27
Sava Catering
303.972.1704
www.savacatering.com
63
The Cowboy and the Rose
970.251.0700
www.thecowboyandtherose.com
66
www.threetomatoes.com
17
Three Tomatoes Catering
303.433.3332
www.kalamatapit.com
23
www.pastajays.com
Sweets
phone website 970.291.1343
www.cornerstonechocolates.com
10
Maple & Mousse
970.393.3870
www.mapleandmousse.tumblr.com
72
Mermaids Bakery
303.534.0956
www.mermaidsbakery.com
45
Paciugo’s
303.935.7839 www.paciugo.com
64
Street Fare at the Boulder Shelter Bakery
303.442.4646
www.bouldershelter.org
11
The Dessert Stand
303.550.9726
www.thedessertstand.com
63,64
Transportation
phone website
index
Ramblin Express
303.572.8687 www.ramblinexpress.com
36
Venues
phone website
index
Aspen Meadows Resort
970.925.4240
www.aspenmeadows.com
70,72
Breckenridge Resorts
888.400.9590
www.breckresorts.com
92
Baldoria on the Water
303.507.3554 www.baldoriaevents.com
63,64
Beaver Run Resort
970.453.6000
15
blanc
303.974.7487 www.blancdenver.com
53
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
303.443.2122
www.bmoca.org
56
C Lazy U
970.887.3344
www.clazyu.com
1
Della Terra Maountain Chateau
970.586.2501
www.dellaterramountainchateau.com
3
Firehouse Art Center
303.651.2787
www.firehouseart.org
54
Granby Ranch
970.887.5143
www.granbyranch.com
30
Hutchinson Ranch
719.221.4672
www.hutchranch.com
23
Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House
303.867.0688
www.ktrg.net
50
Mountain Lodge Telluride
970.369.5000
www.mountainlodgetelluride.com
7
New Sheridan Hotel
970.728.4351
www.newsheridan.com
27
Piney River Ranch
303.905.4439 www.pineyriverranch.com
10
Snow Mountain Ranch
970.887.2152
41
SteamPleant Event Center
719.530.0933 www.salidasteamplant.com
55
St. Julien Hotel & Spa
720.406.9696
5
Taharaa Mountain Lodge
970.577.0098 www.taharaa.com
20
Telluride Ski Resort
970.728.7446
www.tellurideskiresort.com
28
The Atrium Denver
303.809.8777
www.atriumdenver.com
49
The Club at Flying Horse
719.494.1222
www.flyinghorsecolorado.com
42
The Lodge and Spa at Cordillera
970.926.2200
www.cordilleralodge.com
57
Two Rivers Winery and Chateau
970.255.1471
www.tworiverswinery.com
66
Vail Racquet Club
800.428.4840
www.eastvailweddings.com
82,83
Wash Park Studio
303.638.7627
www.washparkstudio.com
76,77
Winter Park Resort
970.726.1578
www.winterparkresort.com
9
YaYa Farm & Orchard
303.485.5585
www.yayafarmandorchard.com
36
YMCA of the Rockies- Mountainside Lodge
970.586.3341
www.ymcarockies.com
11
Cornerstone Chocolates & Confections
www.beaverrun.com
snowmountainranch.org
www.stjulien.com
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