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The Perfect Day
When you celebrate at The Grand America Hotel, you can rest assured knowing an extraordinary attention to detail is our specialty.
Photo Courtesy of: Whitney Hunt
Photo & Rachael Ellen Events
Exquisite Beginnings
For a wedding as unique as you are, we invite you to experience exemplary hospitality in a gracious setting on the mountainside of the Deer Valley Resort.
The St. Regis Deer Valley is an unforgettable venue to host the most intimate or grand affair with meticulous wedding design and coordination, renowned dining, and signature service.
The St. Regis Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City, Utah 84060 t.+ 435 940 5700
Photography by: Carla Boecklin, Alix Loosle, Lindsay Jay Photography
River Bottoms Ranch
Photography by: Ashlee Brooke, Heather Nan, Kristina Curtis & Kenzie Victory
FEATURES
73 REAL WEDDINGS
Nine couples, each of which created a wedding design truly unique to their love story. Luxurious florals, new traditions and the latest in bridal fashion await.
113
INSPIRATIONS
From a bridesmaids’ brunch to a luxe fairytale scene— and from Paris to India and back—some of Utah’s top wedding pros show off their skills with one-of-a-kind styled shoots.
140
SETTING THE SCENE
Learn from the professionals at Michelle Leo Events and Culinary Crafts as they guide you on your search for the perfect reception tablescape.
148 A LESSON IN ROMANCE
Classic elegance meets modern style in this year’s fashion lookbook, styled by Belle Bodas Events.
Photos by In Frames Photography
21 BEGINNINGS
Get the best hacks and help for every element of your big day, from the bling to the bar.
DEPARTMENTS
54 THE ART OF CELEBRATING
Turn to fi ne art-inclined venues and vendors to transform your wedding aesthetic into something gallery-worthy.
60 READY, SET GLOW
Hair and makeup guru Beauty by Reese gives the lowdown on achieving your perfect wedding-day glow.
66 PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
Whether you’re celebrating in the mountains of Park City or the cliff s of Southern Utah, fi nd the perfect rehearsal venue to welcome your guests.
160 VENUE GUIDE
The ultimate guide to Utah’s wedding venues.
164 PREFERRED VENDORS
Say hello to our top vendor picks.
166 SOCIAL PAGES
Utah’s bridal industry celebrated a return to live events at Utah Bride & Groom’s White Party.
168 SEND OFF
The latest in dessert displays.
Photo by In Frames Photography
Photo by Heather Nan
Poised at the edge of the scenic 1,200 acre Swaner Nature Preserve, and just minutes from the fabled ski resorts of Park City, Newpark Resort, features many spacious, beautifully decorated guest rooms and suites and two-bedroom townhomes. Blending contemporary luxury with easy access to world-class skiing and the summertime splendors of Northern Utah.
Our beautifully decorated living spaces draw vacationers from all over the world, and our private hot-tubs make our balcony suites a top choice for couples on their wedding night.
PRESIDENT
Margaret Mary Shuff
EDITOR
Megan Hulse Bartholomew
ASSOCIATE
Avrey Evans
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Brad Mee
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
Avrey Evans
Jeremy Pugh
Christie Porter
ART DIRECTOR
Jeanine Miller
EDITOR/SOCIAL MANAGER
WEB
Megan Hulse Bartholomew
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Sam Burt
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Jodi Nelson
DIRECTOR OF SALES
Cori Davis
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES
Janette Erickson
Scott Haley
Launnee Symes
Mat Thompson
Kristin McGary
Something for everyone
AT FIRST GLANCE, a Utah wedding may strictly evoke thoughts of a cozy cabin affair among snow-capped mountains. But to those in the know, Utah’s wedding landscape is open to any style of wedding, from a low-key elopement among the state’s southern red rocks to a high-fashion affair in downtown Salt Lake City.
In this book, our goal was to explore the many ways a couple can execute a wedding celebration that is entirely, uniquely ‘them,’ from the venue to the decor, and even with a bit of international flair. Our Inspiration galleries take us from Tuscany (“Morning Glory” p. 114) to Paris (“From Paris, With Love,” p. 132), and from India (“Worlds Collide,” p. 126) to a fairytale wonderland (“Free Floating,” p. 120). Our fashion shoot is a vision of vintage eras (“A Lesson in Romance,” p. 148), while in “Setting the Scene,” (p. 140), two local industry veterans teach couples how to craft a perfectly curated tablescape.
It all goes to show: Utah’s wedding pros have something for every couple. Now get on top of your wedding game, and use these pages to build a Utah wedding vision all your own. Happy planning!
SUBMISSIONS
Utah Bride & Groom magazine is published annually, arriving on newsstands in January with a cover refresh in July. If you have questions or comments regarding our magazine, please contact us.
TO SUBMIT A GALLERY
We are proud to feature Utah weddings and styled shoots produced by talented vendors from around the state, both in print and digitally. If you have a gallery of images you would like our editors to see, please use the form at
UtahBrideandGroom.com/submit to submit your work. A member of the editorial team will contact you about any interest. Our goal is to respond to all queries; however, due to the large volume we receive, individual responses are not always possible.
Submissions for online features are open year-round. Print submissions for the following year open in January, and are accepted on a rolling basis until August 1.
STORY QUERIES
We value the ideas and interests of our readers. All story queries can be submitted via mail (address below), by email to editor@ utahbrideandgroom.com and online via our contact form.
FOR WEDDING PROFESSIONALS
Would you like to see your business featured in our venue or resource guide? Are you opening a new business, hosting a bridal event, or interested in digital marketing opportunities? Send inquiries about advertising with Utah Bride
& Groom directly to our sales team: sales@saltlakemagazine.com
INTERNSHIPS
Interested in joining our team for firsthand knowledge of the magazine world? Part-time, unpaid internships are available. Send a resume and writing samples to editor@utahbrideandgroom.com.
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PHOTO: Nicole Aston Photography, nicoleaston.com PLANNING AND DESIGN: Norman Weddings, normanweddingsandevents.com
FLORAL: Bronte’s Florals, brontes orals.com
SWEETHEART SETTING
TAKE CENTER STAGE with a setting as special as you and your beloved. Aptly named, the sweetheart table is rapidly gaining favor among modern couples. Cherished as a striking focal point for the reception layout, it’s also an intimate getaway for bride and groom to enjoy within the bustle of the big day. What’s more, the lavishly styled vignette provides a picturesque backdrop for memorable photos you’ll savor for years to come. See more of this wedding at utahbrideandgroom.com/chelseaandevan.
SLEEVES OF EVERY STYLE are gracing the season’s most memorable bridal ensembles. Get inspired by a few timeless looks:
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BISHOP. Effortless glamor and easy demure exude from the simple coverage of a bishop sleeve, able to deliver flair to any style of gown.
Clara charmeuse gown by Watters, available at Mary’s Bridal, SLC.
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BILLOW. Embrace your new-wave fantasies with a playful puff sleeve, full of structure for a one-of-a-kind look.
The Mayce gown with detachable puff sleeve by Cinq Bridal, available at Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, Orem.
3
YOUR SLEEVES
BUILT-IN. Select a classic sheer long-sleeved gown to elongate and emphasize the femininity of both the modern and bride.
Dietrich gown by Pronovias, available at Mary’s Bridal, SLC.
BELL. Whether you lean toward elegant fairytale or hippie-chic, the ever-versatile bell sleeve brings dimension to your l silhouette.
The Elizabeth gown with detachable bell gloves by Cinq Bridal, available at Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, Orem.
BESPOKE. Deliver versatility to your bridal attire with detachable sleeves, to give your guests a surprise revamp for cocktails, reception and beyond.
Eileen gown with statement sleeve by Christie Nicole Bridal, available at Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, Orem. frankiejane.com marysbridalutah.com
PHOTOS: (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) KIANA BATES, MIKKI PLATT, COURTESY OF FRANKIE
JANE COUTURE BRIDAL
Mountain Married on the
BEGINNINGS
Pearls of Wisdom
Taking a jewelry classic to new heights.
PRETTY PEARLS ARE back en vogue, dripping from lavish gowns and draping around the most unexpected of celebrity necks (hello, Mr. Styles).
“People aren’t wearing pearls like your grandma used to,” says Dominique Anderson, marketing manager at O.C. Tanner Jewelers. While nodding to tradition, today’s bride is updating this forever favorite by layering her heirloom pearls with contemporary jewels and mixed metals.
Pearls’ beautiful white color brings bridal delicacy to any look, whether paired with your “something old” gold locket, or a sparkling new diamonds-by-the-yard necklace.
Modern fashion trends leave the door wide open for self-expression.
“More is more when it comes to jewelry styling today,” explains Sydney Smith, O.C. Tanner marketing assistant. “I’m never opposed to mixing metals or rich layering.”
So go big—match these wonderfully versatile gems with your silver chokers and your glittering gold engagement ring. ere are no wrong answers here.
FROM THE PROS
Pearls are incredibly delicate and can be tarnished by even lightweight beauty products. O.C. Tanner’s professionals recommend getting fully glammed on your big day before donning your pearls as the nishing touch.
Similarly, pearls are also not the ideal choice for everyday wear. “We always recommend a diamond for your engagement ring, because they will hold up to everyday use,” Smith says. “Save your pearls for those special occasions.”
TOP TO BOTTOM: Roberto Coin Pearl Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold, $810; John Hardy Pearl Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, $1,395; Roberto Coin Love By The Yard Necklace with Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold, $2,100; Mikimoto Necklace with 6mm Akoya Pearls in 18K Yellow Gold ,$2,550; Mikimoto Earrings with 7.5mm Akoya Pearls and Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold, $4,550
SUIT UP
Tailor Cooperative, one of Utah’s premier made-to-measure suiting shops, offers personalized advice to produce a one-of-a-kind wedding ensemble for the man of the hour.
THE DRESS GETS most of the fanfare on the wedding day, but we say the groom deserves his “Say Yes” moment as well. Enter Tailor Cooperative, the Salt Lake City clothiers who specialize in madeto-order menswear.
“The first step I take with grooms is to go over what they already wear,” says Tailor Cooperative clothier Alessandra Vivo. “We talk about what they have in their closets, what fits they’re comfortable with and how those elements might fit into their wedding visions.”
Then comes the fun part. Tailor Cooperative has over 15,000 fabrics and 100 linings that gentlemen of all styles can choose from to craft a totally unique look for their big events. From the shirt to the suit jacket’s buttons, every piece of a TC suit can be personalized.
“One of the most fun elements of our suits is that each client gets a monogram inside the jacket,” says Vivo. “For weddings, the groom tends to put his spouse’s name along with the wedding date, but each customer gets two lines to put in whatever he’d like.”
When planning a design you’ll love for years to come, Vivo recommends a classic color with customized flair. Black, gray and navy are hues that will stay chic long-term, and can be enlivened with a playfully patterned lining. “No one is really going to see the lining but you, so you can make it as fun as you’d like.”
But if one-of-a-kind is your vision, then bring on the color. Currently trending tones include greens, maroons and a full range of warm tan and brown fabrics.
Tailor Cooperative custom suits require 4-6 weeks to complete. “Two months before the wedding is usually a safe bet,” Vivo says. “At that point, bodies won’t change much, and we still have time for measurements, construction and alterations for the perfect fit.”
Adventure is Out There
Head to Southern Utah for a distinctly desert wedding experience at Under Canvas.
ARE YOU READY to get your glamp on? Under Canvas creates an unmatched setting that will immerse your entire celebration in adventure. Say “I Do” under a romantic starlit desert sky, or at high noon with the landscapes of some of Utah’s most iconic natural monuments as your backdrop.
With locations in Moab, Lake PowellGrand Staircase, Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks, Under Canvas camps can accommodate nearly any size of celebration, from an intimate elopement-style ceremony to full property buyouts that can accommodate 500+ friends and family.
“For the best experience, we encourage couples to opt for a buyout of their preferred camp to have full privacy, as well as access to all areas of camp and its
activities,” says Megan Lamb, senior publicist at Under Canvas. Each camp features multiple areas to gather, including spacious decks, firepits and impressive stargazing viewpoints, as well as activities ranging from rafting to horseback riding. On-site, a host of tents can be arranged for a completely customized wedding layout. Smaller tents can be placed in a private area for pre-wedding primping or set center stage for cocktail hour. Safari-inspired glamping tents can be dressed to the hilt with accommodations for each VIP guest. One of their most unique venues, the “CanopyMarqui”, is a towering, safari-inspired hive tent that can house up to 500 guests while still feeling open and connected to the jawdropping landscape.
If you’d like the grandiose views without quite as much grit, consider booking at ULUM, an outdoor resort where high-end amenities and exceptional service merge with Moab’s spectacular scenery in an innovative, modern design ready for all manner of indoor-outdoor festivities. undercanvas.com
TOP IMAGES: Olivia and Graham’s Under Canvas wedding featured natural materials, organic forms and neutral colors to mirror and celebrate Zion National Park’s majestic views. MIDDLE IMAGE: Tents’ interiors can be dressed to the nines in luxury furnishings for lavish accommodations; BOTTOM IMAGE: Walls of windows at ULUM resort show off breathtaking desert views.
A venue as unique as you.
The breathtaking views and dramatic architecture of the Natural History Museum of Utah provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding.
nhmu.utah.edu/wedding
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Kailee Matsumura Photography
Photo by Pepper Nix
Perfect Proposals
Shower your bridal party with a host of locally-sourced and Utah-focused gifts.
FEW THINGS ARE as important as selecting your bridal party. When tying the knot, you want only your most beloved friends and family by your side. Whether you propose to your party with a full gift box, or give them each a personalized item to thank them after the event, these local items make the perfect expression of affection and appreciation for a Utah wedding celebration. Treat your bridesmaids to self-care items to help them primp before the big event. Make it personal by offering custom-engraved jewelry pieces crafted just for them. In the men’s department, a bow tie or novelty comb will ensure your line is looking dapper for the ceremony, while a hand-made (and landscape-loving, in this case) rocks glass paired with a quality whiskey prepares him to party. A luxurious pen delivers personal care and professional flair to any suit pocket.
“Fine writing instruments make the best groomsmen gifts,” says Sean Bradley, owner of Tabula Rasa Stationers. “They feel elegant and special, and you can get something personal for everyone.”
FOR THE MAIDS
Mad Hair Co. Nourishing Hair Oil, $38, and Hyaluronic Acid Serum, $34, madhairco.com; Custom Bridesmaid Proposal Cookie, pricing varies, sugarhouse.shop.com; Kitsch EcoFriendly Mini Spa Rollers, $18, gotbeauty. com; Personalized Mini Oval Disc Necklace, $58, madebymary.com
North Drinkware Hand Blown Wasatch Tumbler, $49, and Coaster Set, $20, northdrinkware. com; Switchblade Handle comb, $29, gotbeauty.com; DAZI “Utah” bow tie, $18, daziusa.com; Pilot Namiki Vanishing Point Pen in Marbled Orange, Graf von Faber Castell Perfect pencil, and Pineider Avatar UR Ballpoint pen in Riace Bronze, pricing available upon request, tabularasastationers.com
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Bubbles without the Buzz
Non-alcoholic wine is leading the trend in cocktail hour alternatives.
THERE ARE MANY reasons you might offer your wedding guests nonalcoholic (NA) beverage choices at your reception, but that doesn’t mean they can’t indulge in a glass of something special to match the occasion. Put down the Martinelli’s and Shirley Temples and, instead, consider non-alcoholic wine as an elevated alternative for non-imbibers. Created by people who know and love wine, non-alcoholic vino embraces fullbodied flavor without the buzz. “It’s a compelling product that checks a lot of boxes for Utahns,” says Tracey Thompson, President and CEO of wine brokerage/ non-alcoholic distributor VineLore. After scouring the market for non-andlow-alcoholic wine options since 2012, Thompson noticed a boom in the industry after 2020. Taking their cue from the growing demand for NA options, leading wine producers now offer dealcoholized pinot noirs and sauvignon blancs. And for those who prefer zero residual alcohol, companies like Zilch have created bubbly grape beverages that never undergo fermentation. “There’s lot’s of innovation in this market,” Thompson remarks. So go ahead, serve those bubbles during cocktail hour and a glass of cabernet with your reception dinner. Guests will appreciate the extra thought and will be encouraged to sip and savor on your special day.
THOMPSON’S TOP PICKS FOR NA WINE
• Surely Sparkling Rosé
• Waterbrook Clean Cabernet Sauvignon
• Giesen 0% Pinot Gris
• Zilch Brut Bubbles
Visit vinelore.com to discover more non-alcoholic beverages and find a local retailer near you.
VineLore bartender
Alex Slater
Celebration Makers
The creatives behind “I do”
This special section profiles some of Utah’s most talented wedding pros, offering a glimpse of what they see emerging on the “I do” horizon. From stunning venues and artistic florals to A-to-Z event planners, these Utah bridal experts offer ideas and inspiration for creating a memorable, meaningful celebration.
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Beauty by Reese
AS THE FOCAL POINT of attention at a wedding, it’s essential for brides to enlist the services of a skilled beauty specialist, one equipped with the talent and expertise necessary to craft a look ensuring that breath-catching moment when the couple first locks eyes.
At Beauty by Reese, owner and professional beauty artist Reese Stockman knows what it takes to make a wedding day unforgettable.
As an industry veteran who got her start with MAC cosmetics, Reese knows how to spot trends and the innovative products needed to render an initial concept into a walking vision.
2150 S MAIN STREET SUITE 105, SOUTH SALT LAKE
775.200.6644
BEAUTYBYREESE.COM
INSTAGRAM: @BBRBEAUTYBYREESE
With a plethora of expertise gained throughout 18 years in the beauty industry, she has the skills and vision necessary to create the perfect look to help couples feel like the best version of themselves.
“It’s such an inspiring time to work in the beauty industry. The products available are the best they’ve ever been. My kit has everything from Givenchy (luxury) to Nars (mid -range) to Elf (drug store) and each brand offers a specific value,” Reese explains.
In a state where beauty is in high-demand, she knows what a huge blessing it is for her to be a part of the Salt Lake City beauty industry.
“I’m able to see what styles are trending, so I can be
certain that each and
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
As a proud board member of the Wedding International Professionals Association (WIPA), I’m excited to continue collaborating with the industry’s top professionals. Being a part of this elite networking community allows me and our vetted chapter members to operate and advance the ethical standards of the wedding industry.
EXCITED ABOUT:
Inspiration comes easy since I’m beyond blessed to be surrounded by so many talented people in this industry. That makes it impossible not to be inspired daily to push myself toward innovative directions for my career.
FRESH IDEAS:
Find a new idea you love and work with someone who can blend it with your personal style. I love the response I get from clients when they see the new twist I put on classic ideas.
every look has my
signature Reese look to go with those styles. It’s rare you’ll find my signature looks without a winged eyeliner sharp enough to slice through anything or a custom eyelash that just pops the eye perfectly.”
REESE STOCKMAN OWNER
Cake by Alessandra
WEDDINGS DESERVE a visual treat as enchanting as the show-stopping bride. At Cake by Alessandra, each creation features top-quality ingredients, exceptional design, and a personal touch reflecting the couple’s unique love story.
Since 2007, owner Alessandra Wortmann has captivated her clients through superior design and flavor, a skill formed and nurtured throughout her childhood in the family kitchen where she honed her culinary skills.
“Many of my best memories center around growing up in Brazil, and I believe that’s where my passion for baking cakes began,” Wortmann explains.
Beneath the surface of her captivating visual aesthetic lies a taste equivalent to her artistry, making her cakes an exquisite treat for her clients.
While Wortmann is recognized as a chefd’oeuvre in her own right, she also understands minimalistic and understated design, offering customers a variety of options to make their vision–and budget–a reality.
“It’s important for clients to have a general idea or cake style before their consultation,” Wortmann states. “I need a general idea of what they want, then I transform their ideas into a culinary vision.”
While Cake has continued as a front-runner in the wedding cake business, Wortmann understands that each client has specific needs and should choose professionals with aligning visions. “We are so lucky to have so many talented vendors in Utah. Choose someone you connect with to help turn your special day into a reality.”
ALESSANDRA WORTMANN OWNER
801.901.6485
CAKEUT.COM
INSTAGRAM: @CAKE.UT
“Something that has always set us apart is that our cakes taste even better than they look.”
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ADVICE FOR COUPLES:
In addition to the overall design and flavor, clients should understand their budget ahead of the designing process, allowing Alessandra to provide options to best fit the needs of each couple. Besides choosing the perfect cake, Alessandra’s best advice to couples is to choose vendors early, scheduling with her as soon as possible.
Culinary Crafts
AT THE HELM of Utah’s thriving foodie scene, Culinary Crafts remains the beacon of exceptional dining experiences across the state. Approaching its fourth decade in business, its continued success is rooted in an unwavering commitment to using fresh ingredients and made à la minute cuisine.
As second-generation proprietors, Ryan and Kaleb Crafts carry forward their family’s legacy by preserving what they refer to as “culinary romance.” Prioritizing ambiance alongside taste, they’re willing to make extraordinary excursions to bring their clients’ dream events to life.
Crafts takes pride in elevating the romantic aspects of dining by curating eclectic experiences, such as serving guests entrées in the middle of a lavender field or perhaps within one of Utah’s enchanting national forests.
While many catering companies are available for on-site setup, it’s a select few who are as dedicated as Culinary Crafts to fulfill a client’s vision.
Regardless of the occasion, whether it’s a wedding or social soirée, Culinary Crafts understands that food is the ultimate social linchpin. Guests generally attend events for specific purposes, but when quality cuisine is paired with memorable atmospheres, it allows guests to have a wonderful time while creating unique and delicious memories.
Culinary Crafts welcomes their clients’ ideas and has the experience to make most a reality. Moreover, their skilled team understands the intricate nuances to bring even the wildest ideas to fruition.
“As long as we can get our trucks and equipment to the location, we’re in! Food is why we gather, so why not dine in settings as stunning as the cuisine?”
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357 W 200 S #100, SALT LAKE CITY 573 W STATE ST SUITE A, PLEASANT GROVE 801.355.6575 CULINARYCRAFTS.COM INSTAGRAM: @CULINARYCRAFTS
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
We’re growing like crazy! This year, in addition to celebrating our fortieth year in business, we’re opening a wine-tasting bar and venue right downtown in SLC. Beyond that, one of our favorite aspects of this business is that we don’t always know what’s ahead! We wait to see what our clients are interested in so we can turn their ideas into a reality.
EXCITED ABOUT:
We’ll always be excited about the cuisine and you can taste the passion in our food. Still, what we look forward to most is trying something we haven’t yet done before. We love the ideas our clients bring and we can’t wait to see where and what we’ll be cooking next!
FRESH IDEAS:
Don’t assume something isn’t possible. If you have an idea for a location or a meal, we’ll work with you to see what we can create. As the trendsetters of cuisine across Utah, our innovative team has the expertise and vision you need to execute your meal to the highest standards.
Fuse Weddings & Events
WITH FIFTEEN SEASONS archived, Fuse Weddings and Events knows that executing the perfect wedding begins with mutual compatibility and impeccable design.
Fuse owner and renowned wedding planning expert, Mara Mazdzer, is as selective with her clientele as she is with her artistic vision. Prioritizing the value of well-suited partnerships, Mazdzer emphasizes choosing the right clientele in order to foster positive and effective experiences.
“We have a limited number of clients we work with each season, so we choose couples with visions we’re excited about and when we feel like we’re a good fit. A Fuse client knows we’re partners through the entire process with an
equal investment in the success of their event,” Mazdzer explains.
Focused on unforgettable guest experiences paired with bespoke design, events with Fuse emphasize the important details of each couple to ensure they capture their unique love story.
Recurring feedback Fuse receives after events is how guests and family gushed about the authenticity of the big day and how it really “felt like” the couple they were celebrating.
When planning your perfect day, Fuse urges you to research the vendors you’re considering and read their reviews to help make your dream day a reality. “We’ve learned that working with the right people is the best formula for a successful day and the best strategy to enjoy the process.”
“We’re dedicated to our clients and take the time to learn about the details that matter most to them, allowing us to prioritize where to spend our energy and budget to turn their specific ‘wow’moments into reality.”
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
We’re excited to launch a partnership with another planning studio, this one focused on better serving our local clientele looking for a high-end experience without the extra services our current destination-wedding clients require.
EXCITED ABOUT:
“Minimalistic chic” is finally on its way out! We’re seeing more couples wanting the out-of-the-box bigmoment design ideas, which are so much fun to create and bring to life!
FRESH IDEAS:
While this might not be the sexiest answer, plan with your budget in mind and agree on the essential elements at the beginning. Approaching the planning process with a clear idea of where you should allocate your budget will help ensure you’re focused on the things that matter most.
MARA MAZDZER OWNER
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Every Blooming Thing
WHEN IT COMES TO choosing the right floral designer, it’s rare you’ll find a company with more expertise or passion for floral design than Every Blooming Thing.
After 40+ years in business, owner Robert Upwall and his team of experts are who you’ll want in your corner when you’re ready to begin selecting the beautiful elements for your wedding day.
Nothing demands elegance more in a room than when it’s enhanced with gorgeous blooms and greenery. Choosing the right team with a proven reputation you can trust like EBT is essential to brighten up the memorable events in your life.
“We are grateful and proud to say that we
have done weddings for families spanning three generations. We aren’t just a one stop destination. We are there for anniversaries, baby showers, dances, first dates and proposals,” remarks Store Director, Crystal Tatton.
EBT understands the importance of focusing on the unique qualities, personalities and vision of their couples, embracing what is true and original, so they can capture the essential details of their dream wedding.
When you’re ready to work with the best in the industry to bring your fairytale to life, reach out to the team at Every Blooming Thing and learn why they’ve held a top spot in the wedding industry for over four decades.
ROBERT UPWALL OWNER
“We fall in love not only with the details of what we do but with the originality of those we do it for; we’re here for the forever journey.”
1344 S. 2100 EAST, SALT LAKE CITY 801.521.4773
EVERYBLOOMINGTHING.COM
INSTAGRAM: @EVERYBLOOMINGTHINGSLC
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
Textural flowers have made their way into weddings and are not leaving any time soon. We’re looking forward to bold pops of color!
EXCITED ABOUT:
Couples who come with excitement, ideas and inspiration, trusting us to take the vision they’ve dreamt up and turn it into a beautiful reality. We want you to enjoy this time, especially on your big day!
FRESH IDEAS:
A signature of ours is the blending of styles. Industrial boho, organic glam or a classic style with touches of vintage. Our designs are also architectural and filled with texture, drawing visual interest.
CRYSTAL TATTON STORE DIRECTOR
Skylark Productions
FIRST IMPRESSIONS happen once. If your goal is to create a lasting impact on your wedding day, it’s important to focus on the technical details such as lighting and sound equipment.
No one wants their important moments interrupted by a screeching microphone that wasn’t set up in the right place or a piece of equipment falling because it wasn’t mounted properly. Working with top industry professionals like Skylark Productions will allow you to focus on making memories rather than fussing with complicated equipment.
Skylark is Utah’s premiere AV company with an outstanding reputation for quality and professional services. As a partner business of Utah Live Bands, Skylark offers innovative and creative services that turn standard events into magical experiences.
Focused on continually expanding their offerings, they are constantly building their inventory of staging and lighting elements. By incorporating the latest technology and most state-of-the-art equipment, they aim to bring their client’s vision to life that exceeds all expectations.
“Our goal is to be the obvious resource for clients who want something uniquely theirs and is worthy of their high standards,” explains owner, Michael Tobian.
Skylark discovered early on from their clients just how hard it is to find a team of experts to run lighting and AV equipment, so they’ve designed their business model around customer satisfaction.
“We want to spend time getting the sound and equipment perfect, providing the extra effort and expense to make the final experience breathtaking. We are the top experts in our field and our team is the very best and most experienced.”
3397 N 560 WEST, LEHI
800.447.2576
SKYLARKPROD.COM
INSTAGRAM: @SKYLARKPROD
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
We are constantly pushing our offerings in terms of innovation and creativity, but also in the scope of our services. We have really built an inventory of resources that allows us to do things that nobody else can. Some of the most fun conversations we have with our clients are when we learn about their weddings and come up with one exciting idea after another. It might deal with lighting, decor, guest experiences, etc.
EXCITED ABOUT:
The clients we get to spend time with, discussing the design, look, and feel of their event and then custom building the design to their preferences. We love adding creative and innovative elements not seen at other events.
FRESH IDEAS:
We love a challenge! We once created a lightning storm simulation right inside the venue for a client! We’ve turned ballrooms into winter wonderlands, executed cirque floor shows during dinner, made custom stage facades, backdrops, and bar fronts, live-streamed entire wedding ceremonies and receptions with multiple cameras for family members unable to make it and more. If you need ideas, call us and we’ll be happy to chat. Even if you don’t end up hiring us, let’s brainstorm about how to make your event fun and unique!
MICHAEL TOBAIN OWNER
PEPPER NIX OWNER
Pepper Nix Photographers
PICTURES ARE WORTH a thousand words, and during life’s big moments, it’s crucial to choose the right photographer and capture the images you’ll cherish for the rest of your life.
Expert photographer Pepper Nix is an elite professional who knows her trade inside and throughout, with 20+ years of experience in the wedding industry.
Averaging 30 weddings per season, this indemand photographer is your go-to expert for the events in your life you never want to forget.
“I had a friend who was asking me to photograph his wedding, and I kept saying no,” Pepper recalls with laughter. “It wasn’t until the couple officially asked me while down on one knee that I’d said yes. How do you say no to that? To my surprise, it was the most fun and most rewarding work I had ever done. I’ve been photographing weddings ever since!”
PARK CITY
801.661.1106
PEPPERNIX.COM
INSTAGRAM: @PEPPERNIX
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EXCITED ABOUT:
Working with couples who understand the importance of planning and trust my experience and artistry. Sticking to a timeline and scheduling the right moments to take photos is essential, which is why I highly recommend working with a wedding planner! Using a planner will help ensure your day goes smoothly, and they can handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on other details.
FRESH IDEAS:
Don’t overlook some of the fantastic parts of our beautiful state when choosing your location for engagement photos or bridal portraits. Park City and Big Cottonwood Canyon are gorgeous, with a variety of locations close together so you can go to more than one spot! Props are fun, a blanket to sit on, champagne bottles to spray, something fun from home!
As a former journalist who dreamed of shooting for National Geographic, Pepper states it only took one wedding to know she’d found her calling.
When you work with a top-level expert like Pepper, you’ll be amazed not just by the pictures you’ll receive, but more importantly, you’ll genuinely enjoy your experience.
“I still feel lucky that I get to be a part of one of the biggest and happiest days of my clients’ lives and am a witness to their special moments. Plus, I’m wicked fun and have a blast with the people I get to photograph! When you find the right photographer you can just meld with, you’re guaranteed to have a good time!”
Twenty & Creek
EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS start with the perfect setting. A crucial step in the planning process is to choose a venue showcasing a design that resonates with your vision to help you create your perfect wedding day.
At Twenty & Creek, Utah’s premiere venue for life’s memorable moments, you’ll find a sophisticated style that blends traditional elements with modern design. Beyond the aesthetic is a team of highly skilled professionals who know what it takes to make any event successful.
A unique aspect of the space is that although it’s highly-customizable; it’s stunning. While you’re welcome to enhance it with the features you want to add–it’s unnecessary due to the venue’s meticulous design details and inviting ambiance. From the floor-to-ceiling windows, the vaulted grand hall, or the gorgeous outdoor gardens, Twenty & Creek is the perfect location to bring an elegant ambiance guaranteed to provide unparalleled experiences for the guests in attendance.
TWENTY & CREEK TEAM
2050 CREEK RD, COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS
801.618.7142
TWENTYANDCREEK.COM
INSTAGRAM: @TWENTYANDCREEK
“Our space is elevated and luxurious, designed like a blank canvas and customizable to fit your specific needs. We love how open and inviting it feels. Plus, we pride ourselves on being an all-female team led by a female entrepreneur.”
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
Although they are known for their gorgeous weddings, they are the go-to venue for any celebration, retreat, charity event or workshop.
EXCITED ABOUT:
All our growth! We continue to expand our team and have some exciting events we plan to host of our own–coming very soon!
FRESH IDEAS:
Find a space where you’re comfortable and that has all the amenities you’ll need, that way you can enjoy the day when it arrives. We’ve got the perfect team in place and we’ve thought of it all, so you can focus on making memories in such a gorgeous setting.
Utah Live Bands
WHEN IT COMES TO managing musicians and entertainers in the Beehive state, Utah Live Bands is the premier choice for event planners looking to elevate their clients’ experiences through exceptional music.
With roots in Utah’s music scene extending back to his college days, owner Michael Tobian has curated an impressive repertoire of diverse musicians-for-hire over nearly twenty years. Knowing what it takes to bring a wedding to life, Tobian has been chosen as the 2024 President of the Wedding International Professionals Association (WIPA), a tremendous industry stamp of approval for clients searching for professional musicians.
While they might be located locally, Utah Live Bands’ musicians are a sought-after choice for celebrity and luxury weddings spanning the globe. As the winner of 49 Best of State Awards,
their reputation is founded on unparalleled quality. Still, their in-state competitive pricing model is a standout feature.
Tobian’s expertise is recognized within the entrepreneurial sector. He has been honored by Utah Business Magazine as one of the ‘40 under 40 Utah Business Leaders’ for several businesses and attributes Utah Live Bands’ continued success to exceptional customer support.
“We have excellent customer service! We typically provide our clients a quote within an hour of inquiry and we are kind and helpful to them through the process. We work regularly with all the planners and venues in Utah and really care deeply about the success of the event. If you read through our many Google reviews, you will see that our customer service is a huge testament to our longevity of being in business for nearly twenty years,” Tobian remarks.
“The nice thing for our clients in Utah is that they are getting world-class, national bands for around half the price they’d normally charge because, being based in Utah, the events are in their backyard.”
3397 N 560 WEST, LEHI
800.447.2576
UTAHLIVEBANDS.COM
INSTAGRAM: @UTAHLIVEBANDS
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WHAT’S AHEAD:
We’re in the midst of a significant growth phase. We just finished building our new offices and showroom and are also expanding the level of service we offer at each wedding. These days, in addition to entertainment, we often provide staging, pipe and drape, AV, lighting, videography services, ceremony live streaming and some decor elements. This allows us to add to our client’s experiences, making things easier for our clients and planners alike, as they can rely on a single vendor with whom they have a high level of trust and are able to provide many of the services that would otherwise require a lot of coordination between multiple companies.
EXCITED ABOUT:
Helping to elevate the quality of events in Utah. We have excellent planners, vendors and talent in this state. We are just thrilled each time we get to be a part of a successful and well-executed event!
FRESH IDEAS:
Don’t underestimate the value of choosing the very best wedding professionals to work with on your big day! Your wedding will be one of the few most memorable moments of your life and at the end of your event, you want to be able to tell yourself that you were so glad you chose who you did to pull it off!!
MICHAEL TOBAIN | OWNER
The Art of Celebrating
From the first save-thedate card to memorializing the final memories, turn to fine art-inclined venues and vendors to transform your wedding aesthetic into something gallery-worthy.
WE PROUDLY PRESENT…
If first impressions are the most important, then your invitation suite is the prime opportunity to introduce your guests to your personal wedding style. Christy Townsend—owner and lead designer of The Paper Vow (thepapervow.com)—creates luxurious, hand-painted custom stationery suites with the high-end couple in mind.
“Couples today think deeply about their invitations and how they can kick off their full wedding experience with that first perception,” Townsend says. “It’s all about their personal vibe, and the invitation is the perfect place to introduce what kind of mood your wedding will have.”
And this custom suite (left) sings of “rustic luxury.” Bespoke watercolors grace envelope liners and save-the-date cards, capturing Sundance Resort’s Carriage House venue and its surrounding landscape in artful splendor. The Paper Vow can also include painted details from the day’s decor, portraits of pets and personalized monograms to be displayed on paper elements throughout the event—from menus to beverage garnishes.
The curation doesn’t have to stop there— Townsend’s attention to detail turns the full package into a work of art. When taking your suite from basic to luxury, paper becomes a medium all its own.
“A handmade paper with deckled edging, foil press or rich textures immediately elevates your invitation,” she says.
From there, it’s time to pile on the layers. Silk ribbons, blind-embossed typography, wax seals and more deliver the splendid, old-world flourish that your wedding craves.
CAPTURED ON CANVAS
Bailey Moser of Painting with Bailey (baileymoser.com) captures your most cherished moments like you’ve never experienced. What began as a passion for acrylic landscape painting has launched her into a unique business providing couples with artistic, one-of-a-kind mementos of their wedding days.
Moser’s services include two forms of artwork: studio painting and live painting.
Moser’s studio paintings happen after her clients’ wedding days. For these pieces, she takes photo and video references from your event and creatively translates them on canvas after the celebration. These paintings are ideal for anniversary gifts or capturing intimate elopements. They also provide a unique opportunity to include any VIPs who couldn’t attend the wedding, whether they be a pet left at home or a late family member.
Bailey Moser
For a one-of-a-kind experience on the wedding day, Moser can also paint your memories in real-time, capturing whatever special moment you choose.
“My favorite moment to capture is the ceremony exit,” Moser says. “Many couples pick the timeless and emotional ‘first kiss,’ but I love the movement and joy that can be captured in a painting of the ceremony exit. The dress will be flowing, and you can see the couple’s full faces.”
Although Moser’s work serves as a sophisticated preservation of the wedding day, her service also brings a level of cultured entertainment to the day’s turn of events.
“There are some slower spots in every wedding timeline, including cocktail hour or the moments right before ceremony seating begins,” says Moser. “In these moments, the entertainment aspect plays a big part—guests now have a more elevated experience. They have something to gather around to fill that space.”
GET THE GALLERY LOOK
Book your wedding at one of many museum venues around the state.
1. SPRINGVILLE MUSEUM OF ART, SPRINGVILLE
Replete with Spanish colonial-style architecture and classical art, Utah County’s historic gallery provides a vintage-influenced setting for the distinguished bride and groom. smofa.com
2. NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF UTAH, SALT LAKE CITY
NHMU offers unmatched views of the Salt Lake Valley, with a side of dinosaurs. Full of history, the building’s facades and architecture are art in themselves. Swaths of glittering windows, contemporary backdrops of angular steel and towering atriums showcasing the museum’s walkways are primed for your celebration. nhmu.utah.edu
3. GALLERY MAR, PARK CITY
A space for the modern couple, one of Park City’s celebrated contemporary art galleries stands ready to host your big day. Abstract landscapes, fascinating sculptures and intriguing art from all angles will decorate your reception while welcoming your guests in artistic style. What’s more, the gallery also offers an art registry to bring style to your newlywed nest. gallerymar.com
4. THE MONARCH, OGDEN
This loft gallery is located above one of northern Utah’s most bustling art centers. Indoor spaces provide a blank canvas of exposed brick and concrete, each ready to elevate your own creative adornments. The venue’s outdoor upper deck is surrounded by world-class mural art, offering a color-soaked backdrop for your wedding design. themonarchogden.com
Springville Museum of Art
Ready, Set, Glow
Makeup Artist Reese Stockman shares her tips and tricks on creating your ideal wedding look.
IIT’S YOUR WEDDING day and all eyes are on you. Put your best face forward with a makeup look that complements your unique features and allows you to shine from the inside out. Cosmetic connoisseur Reese Stockman of Beauty by Reese offers her top tips to help you find your perfect fit.
OPT FOR COMFORT OVER EXTRAVAGANCE
“It’s all about comfortability,” Stockman says. “A rock climber who never wears makeup is going to feel more natural in a minimal look, rather than the mom of three who wears makeup everyday and is looking for a full glam.”
CLEAN GIRL MAKEUP VS. NEUTRAL MAKEUP
Despite the “No-Makeup Makeup” look sweeping bridal trends, most brides are actually looking for a neutral look. “The bridal blueprint is a sculpted eye and a nude lip with some flushed cheeks,” Stockman explains. Rather, traits of a true clean girl look are a healthy glow focused on the high planes of the face, fluffy brows and a wispy lash.
Reese Stockman of Beauty by Reese.
NEVER SKIMP ON SKINCARE
Whether you’re looking for a bronzed glow or a fully glammed face, Reese implores brides to start skincare early. “Makeup is 150% skin-centered, so you should start really honing in on your routine about a year ahead of your wedding.”
DON’T GO M.I.A ON YOUR MUA
Out of all the tips Reese gives her brides, she cannot overstate the importance of a makeup trial. “Trials give brides the space and freedom to figure out what they like and what they don’t, without the pressure of the wedding day schedule, flustered bridesmaids and other factors.” For best results, Reese recommends scheduling a makeup trial eight to 12 months ahead of your big day.
REESE’S GO-TO PRODUCTS
“These products are what my dreams are made of.”
MAC Black Mirror Paint Pot
Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter
Jaclyn Hill Highlighters
Benefit Brow Gel
Fenty Gloss Bomb
Dior Lip Glow Oil
Beauty by Reese, beautybyreese.com, @bbrbeautybyreese
Photography: Ashlee Brooke
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Events Made Special In the Garden
A lush oasis in the foothills of Salt Lake City, Red Butte Garden offers unique venues to host your next private event or the wedding of your dreams.
Photos
Chris Whittaker
Practice Makes Perfect
Become wedding-ready at some of the state’s poshest rehearsal dinner venues.
WWHETHER YOUR CELEBRATION is downtown or out in the iconic Southern Utah deserts, our state is host to a full range of prewedding event spaces, each equipped with catering, furnishings and all the elements needed for a stress-free wedding weekend.
RED ROCK ROMANCE
As one of Southern Utah’s premier private golf clubs, Entrada (golfentrada.com) is surrounded by world-renowned landscapes. And while the idea of planning at a private club may sound daunting, you don’t need a membership to access the club’s stunning indoor event spaces.
The Entrada clubhouse is home to two ballrooms and a private dining space, each with remarkable views of St. George’s red rock formations. The property’s two ballrooms, each divisible into up to three sections for more familiar accommodations, include floor-toceiling window walls which open up for direct access to the clubhouse’s patios and lush lawns.
“Access to the lawn allows you to make an event more casual and fun,” says Carey Kerns, Event Sales Manager. “Couples often place lawn games outside to play as a group.” The lawn is also the space where most Entrada vows are exchanged, so lawn access is the perfect way to transition from rehearsing your ceremony straight into a high-end dining experience. In the venue’s more intimate Prince Dining Room, couples and their guests have access to an upper-balcony patio with
views into Snow Canyon Park. Alongside beautiful spaces, couples also have access to house linens and a trained and talented event staff—from awardwinning chefs (outside catering is not permitted) to skilled event setup experts. Should you need lodging, The Inn at Entrada boasts accommodations up to two bedrooms, each with attached garages, for your guests to stay in style while on site.
MOUNTAIN MODERN
Take advantage of a full range of dining and style options at Pendry Park City (pendry. com/park-city). A recent addition to Park City’s Village area, the luxury hotel is the perfect landing spot for a city-chic bride craving a touch of mountain flair. For larger groups, Pendry has two onsite ballrooms ready for all manner of customizations. “We have air walls that split ballrooms into smaller spaces if needed,” says Shelby Truax, Sales Manager over Catering and Private Dining at Pendry.
“Then we can arrange with rounds, buffets or highboys for any sort of plated or cocktailhour event.” Pendry has a full catering menu created expressly for event guests
to utilize in these spaces, and they offer a variety of options for your perfect rehearsal dinner spread. What’s more, the hotel has a dedicated A/V team on-site which, though not required as in-house catering is, gives you one less vendor to enlist.
If a more intimate and luxurious dining experience fits the bill, Pendry’s KITA restaurant may be your pick. A high-end Japanese sushi bar and steakhouse, KITA offers options for full and partial buyouts for both buffet and plated dinners.
Take a casual approach with a custom party at one of the destination’s celebration-ready restaurants: Disco Pizza and Dos Olas Mexican restaurant. “At Dos Olas, you have a lot of fun options,” says Truax. “You could do build-your-own tacos and margaritas. You could come up with passed ceviche or tostadas for cocktail hour. Dos Olas is definitely more chill—but equally delicious.”
Because most destination weddings encompass a full weekend, Pendry is also happy to assist in arranging room blocks and other lodging needs for your wedding guests. “We strive for convenience,” Truax explains. “We try to have everything
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Cool elegance exudes from indoor event spaces at Pendry Park City; Take in the breathtaking mountain views on Pendry’s outdoor patios; Ceremonies on Entrada’s patio spaces offer a seamless transition from elegant ceremony to fun-filled reception. OPPOSITE: Red rock landscapes become beautiful backdrops for any celebration at Entrada Golf Club.
available in one spot, so guests don’t have to travel very far to get to the festivities.”
GO DOWNTOWN
Cropping up next door to Valter’s Osteria and Salt Lake City’s hotel district, a new kid on the block is ready to host couples in fresh style. Edison House social club (edisonhouseslc.com) opened its doors on 200 West in 2022, in hopes of transforming how Salt Lakers work, network and, of course, celebrate.
The club’s most intimate space is the wine room, located off the main level restaurant. Contemporary furnishings and modern design await a small group of your family and friends. It offers a full catering menu crafted by in-house chef Buzz Willey, formerly of SLC’s Pallet restaurant.
Plan a full party with a pre-wedding celebration at Edison House’s speakeasy— think glistening chandeliers, rich velvet and a stage for karaoke, jazz band and anything in-between. The speakeasy has a full bar and can host up to 75 guests for a swanky rehearsal, bachelor party or bridal shower.
Though the club boasts a host of beautiful spaces, the most popular is its Events Hall. Located on the building’s top floor, the contemporary-chic event room features a towering wall of windows framing views of bustling downtown SLC and the valley’s western mountain ranges. Outside, the large patio invites personal touches, whether you choose a candlelit outdoor dinner or clusters of cozy lounge furniture for an intimate cocktail reception.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Floor-to-ceiling windows spill afternoon light and city views into Edison House’s events hall; Dishes carefully prepared by chef Buzz Willey offer both flavor and flair to any celebration; The building’s top-floor patio is primed for a romantic candlelit dinner; Cozy lounge furniture prepares any corner for a contemporary cocktail get-together.
VENDORS:
PHOTOS: Chrisopher Cook Photography, christophercook.co
VENUE: Edison House, edisonhouseslc.com
FLORAL: Orchid Dynasty, orchiddynasty.com
LOUNGE FURNITURE: Dara Events, daramodern.com
EVENT RENTALS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com
GLASSWARE, FLATWARE: Wild Event Studio, wildeventstudio.com
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Ian McIver
As a musician who has been performing at weddings for over 20 years, Ian McIver understands that this is one of the most special and important days of your life. Setting the right acoustic mood to compliment the experience can do wonders to add to the memory of your special day. Ian has also served as officiant at multiple nuptials
Harbor Seafood & Steak Co.
Founded by Randall Curtis and Taylor Jacobsen, the desire was simple: give our guests the freshest seafood and highest quality steaks. Fresh takes on familiar dishes in addition to an affordable wine list and delicious artisan cocktails. From dock to table, Harbor is ready to help make your big day delicious! Contact us for catering details.
2302 Parleys Way, Salt Lake Instagram @slcharbor harborslc.com
(307) 699-7750
Instagram @the.real.mciver ianmcivermusic.com
O.C. Tanner Jewelers
Celebrate your unique love story with a custom engagement and wedding ring. Handcrafted by our in-house jewelers, every ring is created to your exact specifications. Let your love shine brilliantly and discover the magic of bespoke jewelry from O.C. Tanner Jewelers for your special day.
15 S. State Street, Salt Lake Instagram @octannerjewelers octannerjewelers.com
Sprinkles Cupcakes
Elevate your wedding celebration with Sprinkles Cupcakes on the special day. Featuring classic and dietary-restricted flavors with custom designs, along with elegance to reflect your unique love story. Trust our dedicated team to ensure every bite is a celebration, adding sweet memories and an unforgettable impression on your guests..
4488 W Teal Ridge Way Suite H-145, Riverton Instagram @sprinklescupcakes Sprinkles.com
Versailles Atelier Bridal
Versailles Atelier Bridal, founded on the principle that Every Body is a Bridal Body, empowers brides of all sizes to feel confident on their wedding day. Our inviting Bridal Atelier provides a warm space for brides to discover their dream dress and create lasting memories with loved ones.
10684 S River Front Pkwy, South Jordan Instagram @versailles_atelier_bridal va-bridal.com
Zest Kitchen & Bar
Zest Kitchen & Bar offers mouth-watering plant-based creations. We are a go-to vegan + gluten free restaurant, serving delightful dishes that cater to your taste buds and your conscience. With our passion for sustainability and love for animals, we have crafted a menu that leaves no room for compromise. Let us Zest up your celebration. Contact us at ZestSLC.com for catering inquiries.
275 S. 200 West, Salt Lake Instagram @zestslc zestslc.com
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REAL WEDDINGS
From the florals to the gowns, get inspired by the best of real weddings celebrated across the seasons. Happy couples from far and wide turn to Utah’s lush landscapes, high-end venues and talented vendor teams to create absolutely unforgettable events.
Camille & Tommy
COMMERCIAL CLUB, SALT LAKE CITY
MAY 20
Planning and Design by LA FETE
FLORAL AND EVENTS
Photography by KATE OSBORNE PHOTOGRAPHY
THE COUPLE
Camille and Tommy’s love story is a modern “Hinge Happily Ever After.” After connecting on the online dating platform, Camille (a Salt Lake City native) and Tommy (a transplant from Littleton, Massachusetts) dated for seven and a half months before taking things to the next level.
Tommy had just moved to San Francisco and was visiting Camille in Utah during October when he decided to do something extra special. The pair took a drive through the Alpine Loop to admire Utah’s fall colors. They found a secluded path into a clearing, where they could take some photos and enjoy nature away from the canyon crowds. “We talked about how lucky we felt to be together, and then just as I was starting to wonder if we should go back to the car, Tommy got on one knee,” recalls Camille. “It was so special and private.”
THE WEDDING
The couple took their engagement photos at the Downtown SLC Commercial Club venue, and they immediately fell in love with the space’s old world details, from its vintage wainscoting to its towering ceilings and glittering chandeliers. “The white was the perfect backdrop for our colorful florals,” says the bride.
Camille approached La Fete Floral and Events with a self-described “color-explosion” vision for her big day, a vision that florist Allison Baddley expertly translated into playful arrangements full of eye-catching interest and texture. Lavender, pink and pale yellow were the main players in this palette, delivering a cool-toned spread to every corner, while still feeling upbeat and youthful.
At Bonneville Glen, a fireplace arrangement in subtle pinks and purples welcomed the couple to the end of their ceremony aisle, where Camille’s uncle officiated. Cousins
played violins during the family procession down the aisle, led by the couple’s niece Charlotte as the flower girl. “When it was time for [us] to exchange vows, we abandoned the [altar] and ducked aside into a little bit of shade, so we could soak in the moment instead of battling the heat.”
For the ceremony and pre-reception events, Camille wore a custom-designed wedding gown by Penelope’s Gowns, who also crafted the mother-of-the-bride’s wedding gown in the 1990s. “It was a dream to have Penelope make my gown, and it turned out even better than I had imagined.”
The bespoke gown featured billowing tulle sleeves, a fitted v-neck bodice and
flowing skirts in patterned lace. For a bit of shine, the bride also wore jewelry gifted to her by her late grandparents. Equally chic, Tommy donned a classic blue suit and a pale blue necktie.
THE PARTY
Back inside the venue, guests enjoyed a catered menu of on-trend handheld items, from vegetable gyoza and a cantina-style salsa bar to BBQ pork steamed buns and gelato stations. Three signature mocktails graced the bar: pomegranate limeade with fresh mint, a blackberry basil mule and pineapple mint mojitos.
Primed for dancing, the bride swapped her custom gown for a dazzling sequin jumpsuit
that fit the celebratory mood. Tommy and Camille’s personalized playlist was a crucial element of their wedding vision, so DJ Shane Taylor arrived on scene to showcase their curated tracks and keep guests dancing. The couple led the festivities with a first dance to “Golden Hour” by Kacey Musgraves, and midway through the number the DJ invited their parents to join. Afterward, “My Girl” played over the speakers, and every guest was invited to grab someone they love and join in on the fun.
THE HONEYMOON
Following their carefree wedding day, Camille and Tommy embarked on a honeymoon adventure to Riviera Maya, Mexico.
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNING AND FLORAL
DESIGN: Allison Baddley, La Fete Floral and Design, lafetefloral.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kate Osborne Photography, kateosbornephotography.com
VENUE: Commercial Club, commercialclubvenue.com
CEREMONY: Bonneville Glen
GOWN: Custom by Penelope’s Gowns, penelopesgowns.com
RECEPTION JUMPSUIT: Eliza J, available via nordstrom.com
GROOM’S SUIT: Suit Supply, suitsupply.com
GROOM’S SHOES: Meermin, meermin.com
STATIONER: Sophie Baddley, @smartinedesign
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Kate Drinkwater, @imtalkingabouthair
CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com
CAKE: Granite Bakery, granitebakery.com
DJ: Shayne Taylor, Life of the Party, life-of-the-party.com
Jon & Tito
BLUE SKY LODGE, WANSHIP SEPT. 17
Planning and Design by FUSE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS
THE COUPLE
Jon & Tito first met in 2009, as friends while in separate relationships. “We stayed in touch throughout the years, even when Tito relocated to Los Angeles for work.” Nearly a decade after their initial friendship, Tito (newly single) moved to NYC to take a new job with L’Oreal. Jon’s late husband had passed away that summer, and the pair decided to reconnect over a friendly dinner. That dinner quickly turned into a first date, leading them through deep discussions well into the night.
In August 2020, to celebrate Tito’s 37th birthday, Jon arranged a beautiful starlit dinner for 20 of their closest friends at the couple’s New Jersey home. After dinner, Jon gave a champagne birthday toast to Tito that stretched into a profession of love and desire to spend the rest of their lives together. He produced a surprise ring from his pocket—and without a dry eye in sight, Tito gave Jon a big hug and immediately accepted the proposal.
THE WEDDING
These two stylish grooms knew they wanted a venue that could be dressed up and dressed down simultaneously, and Wanship’s Blue Sky Lodge was the perfect choice.
The couple’s pasture-view outdoor ceremony was held on the lawn and featured exquisitely minimalist florals and decor. Elongated gold vessels lined both aisle
and altar, presenting elegantly draped monochrome calla lily bouquets, backed by bunches of dense greenery. Guests looked on, seated in sleek black chairs. Jon and Tito were each escorted down the aisle by their mothers, and were married by Jon’s brother, Steven, with rings presented by the couple’s dog, Chloe, who arrived on-scene decked in burgundy florals and white tulle frills. Both Tito and John sported custom midnight blue tuxedos. For the reception, they swapped their classic black ties for feathered ones, and Jon donned suspenders patterned with the scales of justice, gifted to him by his parents when he entered law school.
The stately, masculine decor continued at the reception. “We wanted a masculine, dark and sexy vibe for our wedding that also respected the natural scenery of the mountains.”
Within Blue Sky’s barn venue, neutral tones accented by burgundy blooms and details enrich every surface. Rich, leatherlike browns stand out against matte-black and metallic foundations, with every detail glittering under the venue’s strings of lights. The room’s centerpiece was a branch chandelier, dripping with brilliant white orchids.
THE PARTY
A plated dinner for all 110 guests awaited beyond the barn doors. The menu’s Utah trout and bison nodded to the rustic venue, while late-night burgers and fries coupled with dancing in true party style. The couple chose a unique all-black cake accented with violet figs to foster their sleek, minimal vibe, and inside was a surprising chocolate and peanut butter dessert. Led by DJ Chu, Tito and Jon danced the night away with their family and friends, sipping signature cocktails named for the couple’s Asbury Park, Chelsea, and Park City homes. Their first slow dance was to “Stand by Me” by Skylar Grey, immediately followed by an upbeat Puerto Rican salsa to “Suavemente” by Elvis Crespo, in honor of Tito’s Caribbean heritage.
THE HONEYMOON
Jon and Tito enjoyed three days at the Bulgari Hotel in Dubai exploring the city and adventuring on dune buggies. They followed it with a St. Regis stay in the Maldives, snorkeling and diving in the crystal blue waters.
VENDORS:
WEDDING PLANNING AND DESIGN: Fuse Weddings and Events, fuseweddingsandevents.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jeremy Chou Photography, jeremychou.com
VIDEOGRAPHY: Robert Michael Films, robertmichaelfilms.com
VENUE AND CATERING: Blue Sky Ranch, aubergeresorts.com/bluesky
GROOMS’ ATTIRE: Custom by Tailor Cooperative. tailorcooperative.com
FLORAL: Decoration Inc., decorationinc.com
REHEARSAL DINNER: High West Saloon, highwest.com
SIGNAGE AND PAPER GOODS: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com
RENTALS: Wild Event Studio, wildeventstudio.com; All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com; Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com;
LIGHTING: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com
LINENS: Nuage, nuagedesigns.com
HAIR: Jill Marie, @jillmariemakeup
MAKEUP ARTIST: Tatum Wetzel, tatumwetzel.com
CAKE: Flour and Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
CEREMONY MUSIC: String Love, stringlove.com
RECEPTION DJ: DJ Chu, echotalent.com/chuonwax
PHOTO BOOTH: Clementine Photo Booths, clementinephotobooth.rentals
TRANSPORTATION: Snow Country Limousine, snowcountrylimo.com
CEREMONY AV: Park City Audio Visual, pcavutah.com
Eliza and James
PRIVATE RESIDENCE, SALT LAKE CITY
JUNE 17
Planning and Design by MICHELLE LEO EVENTS
Photography by HEATHER NAN
THE COUPLE
Eliza and James’s first encounter occurred nearly a decade before their marriage, when they followed each other on social media. Eliza was a high school sophomore and James a senior upon their first connection, but until adulthood they remained virtual friends only. The two finally met in person in 2021 and the rest, as they say, is history.
One of the pair’s favorite activities while dating was sharing dinner together on the balcony of James’s Salt Lake City apartment. One evening about a year into their relationship, James surprised Eliza during their nightly meal by getting on one knee and asking her to marry him, with the lights of the city shining as his backdrop. Of course, Eliza accepted.
“We ate dinner on the balcony together almost every night the first summer we were dating,” Eliza recalls. “We like to say that is where we fell in love.”
THE WEDDING
The couple tied the knot in a bright June ceremony at a relative’s home in Salt Lake City. “I’ve always wanted to get married outside, in a place that is special to me,” says Eliza. “My mother was married at her family home and as the first child to get married in my family, carrying on the tradition felt right.”
Eliza’s wedding day vision included luxurious blooms and loads of color—a true garden party.
The first garden-chic moment (delivered by event planner Michelle Leo Events and Artisan Bloom) was the ceremony arch. A towering stone installation in the residence’s backyard served as the ideal backdrop for a bursting pink arch, where the ceremony vows and speeches took place.
Opposite James in his classic black, Eliza wore a multi-layered Lazaro A-Line gown with floral texture and a hand-embroidered floral veil to match the garden scene. Two bracelets from her late grandmothers played supporting roles in the accessory department, delivering shine to the bride’s otherwise sleek presentation. As Eliza walked down the aisle, she carried an equally sleek bouquet of pale pink calla lilies, in beautiful contrast to the full-bodied
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNING AND DESIGN: Michelle Leo Events, michelleleoevents.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Nan, heathernanphoto.com
VENUE: Private Residence, SLC
FLORIST: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com
VIDEOGRAPHY: Ryan Hinman Films, ryanhinmanfilms.com
MAKEUP ARTIST: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackardartistry.com
HAIR STYLIST: Kali Chris, kalichris.com
RENTALS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com
LIGHTING & DRAPING: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com
CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com
CAKE: Flour and Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
TRANSPORTATION: Intermountain Golf Cars, igolfcars.com
CEREMONY & COCKTAIL MUSIC: Barbara Scowcroft
STATIONERY & SIGNAGE: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com
DJ: DJ Dolph, djdolph.com
blooms which made up the event’s other arrangements. On either side of the couple, six bridesmaids wore peach-colored satin gowns, while the groomsmen stood uniformly in black suits and pink-accented boutonnieres.
The couple exchanged rings handed down by the groom’s family, following speeches about love delivered by James’s older sister and Eliza’s grandfather.
THE PARTY
Following the big “I Do,” the couple and their guests moved the party to a soaring sailcloth tent. In perfect harmony with the bridal party’s gorgeously paired attire, the guests’ attire also reflected the “garden party” theme. Every attendee arrived dressed to the nines in florals and linens, creating a guest lineup that appeared as curated as the design itself.
Peach and pink floral arrangements dotted the space, sitting atop vinepatterned linens that accentuated the garden-style appeal. Twinkling lights, strung along the seams and supports of the tent, sparkled in the reflections of tall floating candles, delivering a delightful dose of magic to the summer evening.
At the bride’s request, a side table included a “legacy display,” showcasing the wedding photos of family members, and tributes to loved ones who had passed away. “This was one of my favorite parts of our wedding,” Eliza says.
Guests dined on peach-and-burrata salad and an elevated version of “steak frites,” the bride’s favorite meal. Culinary Crafts presented hanger steak with chimichurri sauce and fries, with a side of classic Utah fry sauce. For dessert, two tiers of decadent wedding cake featured the couple’s favorite flavors: double chocolate and strawberry lemonade.
Following dinner, the party hit the dance floor. Eliza & James shared their first dance to “Forever After All” by Luke Combs, then spent the rest of the evening dancing with their loved ones. At the end of the night, the couple made their getaway in style, driving off in Eliza’s grandfather’s vintage Thunderbird before flying away to a Hawaii honeymoon.
Shannon & Matt
ST. REGIS DEER VALLEY, PARK CITY APRIL 9
Planning and Design by CANVAS EVENT DESIGN Photography by SAMANTHA LAFFOON PHOTOGRAPHY
THE COUPLE
Shannon and Matt were both Midwest transplants to San Francisco when fate landed them both jobs at the same company. After hitting it off in 2016, the pair chased each other through several cities and jobs before finally landing in Denver. One weekend, Matt arranged for both of their parents to visit, and he proposed to Shannon during a walk through their favorite park. After Shannon’s enthusiastic “yes,” she was surprised yet again when, upon returning to the hotel, she discovered several of her closest friends had also flown in to celebrate.
THE WEDDING
Shannon and Matt truly embraced Park City’s ski culture during their late-spring celebration at St. Regis Deer Valley.
“We wanted to bring everyone together for an intimate ski weekend,” Shannon says. “Park City was one of the first places Matt and I took a ski trip together.”
The couple captured the theme with a one-of-akind stationery suite, featuring a custom watercolor of the wedding destination and elegant letterpress invitations, all bound with a custom-cut gondola tag. The personalization continued on paper pieces throughout the wedding: from welcome bags to bar napkins with the pair’s pup printed on them.
Color brought a cheerful vibrancy to the wedding’s still-snowy winter setting. Embracing a “frosty spring” palette, the event’s design featured a neutral foundation with natural textures such as wicker lanterns, cream sofas and oversized leather ottomans—all brought to life by a bounty of blooms.
“We wanted all of the events to feel refined and upscale, yet still welcoming, cozy and fun,” says Shannon.
REAL WEDDINGS
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNING AND DESIGN: Canvas Weddings and Events, canvasweddingandevents.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Samantha Laffoon Photography, samanthalaffoon.com
VENUE: St. Regis Deer Valley, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/slcxr-the-st-regis-deer-valley
FLORAL: Urban Chateau Floral, urbanchateaufloral.com
CATERING: St. Regis Deer Valley
REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE/CATERING: The Vintage Room, St. Regis Deer Valley
GOWN: Custom Anne Barge, annebarge.com
BRIDE’S SHOES: Tod’s, tods.com
GROOM’S SUIT: Joshua Gold, joshua-gold.com
STATIONERY AND SIGNAGE: Anticipate Invitations, anticipateinvitiations.com
RENTALS: All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com
LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.colm
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Marisa Rose, marisarosemph.com
BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: Amsale, amsale.com
GROOMSMENS’ SUITS: The Black Tux, theblacktux.com
VIDEOGRAPHER: Chris McClain Films, cmcclainproductions.com
CAKE: Salt Cake City, saltcakecity.com
DJ: Music City Groove, musiccitygroove.com
LIGHTING: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com
CUSTOM COOKIES: Sugar Baked Cookie Co., sugarbakedcookies.com
THE CEREMONY
Guests, warmed by roaring fires and cozy blankets, looked on as Shannon walked the aisle in a custom-designed Anne Barge gown, wrapped in an elegant white stole to match her bridesmaids. Matt wore a custom navy suit by Joshua Gold—his fraternity-brother-turned-personal clothier— ski-themed dress socks and a pair of leather oxfords purchased on a Portugal getaway with his soon-to-be-wife. Both bride and groom kept accessories minimal, but Shannon’s engagement ring got a new partner in the form of her greatgrandmother’s wedding band.
The couple signed a hand-painted Israeli Ketubah and were wed by Rev. Anita Gordon under a chuppah draped with Shannon’s late grandfather’s tallis. Their vows were hand-written, and their labradoodle, Kona, barked her own vows as well.
THE PARTY
Following a welcome dinner at The Vintage Room apres-ski bar honoring Matt’s Mediterranean heritage with a raw bar, focaccia and paella, the couple worked with the team at St. Regis to design a menu celebrating the seasonal specialties of Utah. This included braised leek soup, a beet and Heber Creamery goat cheese salad, bison with huckleberry and ruby trout with root vegetables. Each dish was paired with wine from the couple’s favorite regions, including Marlborough, Willamette and Sonoma.
Dessert was no small affair. “We both love cake, particularly indulgent, nostalgic flavors,” says Shannon. Their cake boasted three decadent layers: Oreo, Boston Cream and coconut cream.
Signature drinks were poured all weekend long, including scotch-spiked cocoa, fig-and-herb spritz medleys, campfire whiskey Manhattans and Lavender French 75, made with the couple’s favorite Botanist gin and a sprig of fresh thyme. The couple fully customized their bar, outfitting every shelf with their preferred spirits from around the world.
Music City Groove had all guests dancing for the duration of the evening, including during the couple’s first dance to a John Legend ballad.
THE HONEYMOON
Shannon and Matt spent the days after their winter wedding decompressing in the sunny Cayman Islands, and spent their first anniversary in
April & Ben
LA CAILLE, SALT LAKE CITY OCT. 22
Planning and Design by BELLE AND CO. EVENTS
Photography by M. HART PHOTOGRAPHY
THE COUPLE
April and Ben met while attending law school at Chapman Law in Orange, California, where April grew up. Now both lawyers, the pair tied the knot in a beautiful fall ceremony in Ben’s hometown of Salt Lake City. Prior to the big day, they were engaged for two years after Ben popped the question while on a hike on a trail overlooking Salt Lake’s capitol building.
THE WEDDING
The couple’s wedding day was a stunning blend of tradition and culture, classic colors and subtle nods to each of the newlyweds’ personalities. In La Caille’s atrium, Rev. Craig Gordon led a beautiful ceremony backed by an arch brimming with seasonal greenery and pristine white florals. The bride described the wedding design as a mix between the suavity of James Bond and the timeless beauty of Downton Abbey, two shows the couple enjoy. “We wanted to be true to ourselves with our design,” April said. “We put ourselves into all the little details.”
April walked down the aisle in a richly-beaded Erin Cole gown, with customized details including an oversized bow accent and trailing shoulder ribbons. The bride accessorized with Erin Cole jewelry and a shimmering coat of 24 Carat nail polish by Caronia—her late grandmother’s signature shade. Ben wore a stylish blue suit and chess-themed cufflinks (both bride and groom are avid chess players, and nods to the game made appearances throughout the event).
Following the vows, the couple also incorporated a unity veil, candle, cord and coins as part of a Filipino wedding tradition called Las Arras, in honor of April’s heritage. Selected wedding sponsors helped with every element of the unity ceremony, offering more opportunities to include special friends and family members.
THE PARTY
This wedding’s menu is proof that a celebration at La Caille is never fully dressed without a show of talent from the restaurant’s talented chefs. Once seated at candle-lit and floral-laden tables, guests enjoyed a full three-course French meal, complete with five-onion soup, New York strip with caramelized onion and au gratin potatoes, and salted caramel pot de crème for dessert. The venue also provided a classic patisserie spread, including chocolate peanut butter tarts, coconut panna cotta and lemon cream tarts. As favors, guests each received a sampling of French macarons. For the final treat of the evening, the couple cut into a crème brûlée cake adorned with sugar Sego Lilies.
Two signature drinks infused more of the couple’s personality into the festivities. A classic paloma, dubbed “The King’s Gambit,” paid homage to Ben’s favorite chess opening, while April’s drink, a sidecar called “The Twizzle,” celebrated her figure skating hobby.
To celebrate the evening, DJ Eli Fillmore brought the party with a playlist of danceable classics. The bride and groom performed their first dance (choreographed by April’s brother) to a medley of love songs: “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” by Elvis Presley; “How Deep is Your Love,” by the Bee Gees; and “La Vie En Rose,” sung by Louis Armstrong. Afterward, a montage of childhood photos played while the pair danced with their parents.
With sparklers in hand, the guests created a big exit for the newlyweds as they sent them off in style. On her way out the door, April donned a fur coat given to her by her aunt, a further nod to her heritage and loved ones. April and Ben plan to honeymoon in Europe.
VENDORS
PLANNING AND DESIGN: Belle & Co. Events, bellecodesignagency.com
VENUE AND CATERING: La Caille, lacaille.com
PHOTOGRAPHER: M. Hart Photo, mhartphoto.com
FLORAL: Fleurish Design, @_fleurishdesign
REHEARSAL LUNCH: Manoli’s, manolison9th.com
GOWN AND BRIDAL JEWELRY: Erin Cole, erincole.com
MENSWEAR: Suit Supply, suitsupply.com
STATIONERY PRINTING: Czar Press, czarpress.com
ENVELOPES: Cards & Pockets, cardsandpockets.com
RENTALS: The Shabby Chic Sisters LLC, theshabbychicsisters.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Beauty by Reese, beautybyreese.com
VIDEOGRAPHER: Kale Fitch, kalefitchfilms.com
CAKE: Flour & Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
DJ AND A/V SERVICE: Allurish Audio, allurish.com
TRANSPORTATION: Hall Utah, hallutah.com
PHOTO BOOTH: Clementine Photo Booths, clementinephotobooth.rentals
OFFICIANT: Craig Gordon, @most_og
WELCOME RECEPTION: Grand America Hotel, grandamerica.com
Jodie & Evan
THE RED EARTH VENUE, MOAB
MAY 5
Planning and Design by ALOHA BRIDAL CONNECTIONS
Photography by MAGGIE BRADSHAW
THE COUPLE
Native Texans Jodie and Evan met during a mutual friend’s birthday dinner. From that night bloomed a beautiful relationship filled with laughter and adventure. Five years later, Evan decided to pop the question. During a vacation to one of the couple’s favorite beach locales, Key West, Evan brought Jodie to Smathers Beach where he lowered onto one knee. To Jodie’s surprise, photographers popped out of hiding places to capture the incredibly magical moment.
THE WEDDING
To showcase their love of travel and the outdoors, Jodie and Evan chose to host their celebration at The Red Earth Venue in Moab, complete with jaw dropping red rock views and rustic bohemian flair. Each detail, from the guests attire to the event’s floral design, was meticulously thought out to reflect the couple’s love story. A palette of earthy taupes complimented the venue’s desert surroundings, while warm berry tones added pops of color. “Earthy tones symbolize our grounded love,” Jodie says. “The rich warm hues represented our fiery passion.” For added luxe and comfort, chic loungers, fire pits and fresh florals adorned the al fresco celebration. The couple was joined by 45 of their closest friends and family members, “allowing us to fully savor the breathtaking desert views with the people who meant the world to us,” Jodie recalls.
Against the stark crimson cliffs, Jodie was a vision of bridal beauty in her off-shoulder beaded gown by Louvienne. “Every moment I spent in it made me feel like an absolute queen,” she says.
Floating down the aisle, Jodie focused on her husbandto-be dressed in his dapper sand-hued suit by Adam Ross. Of course, the couple could not take their next step into forever without the presence of their pooch Oliver, who joined Jodie and Evan at the altar in his adorable custom wedding attire.
Throughout their special day, Jodie and Evan prioritized private moments for just the two of them. Before the ceremony, the couple shared their vows back-to-back with only the solitude of the Moab desert as their witness. Between their tears of happiness, Evan couldn’t resist reaching back to feel Jodie’s dress and envision her bridal look. Another intimate memory, the couple stole away during the reception to snap a few golden-hour photos. “It allowed us to slow down and savor the incredible day we had crafted together,” says Jodie.
THE PARTY
Self-proclaimed foodies, Jodie and Evan wanted their menu to showcase their love of culinary exploration, and the catering pros at Moab Chef were up to the challenge. Guests enjoyed a selection of appetizers during cocktail hour, complete with customized napkins with Oliver’s face and drinks from mobile bar service The Tipsy Trailer. Once the party moved inside Red Earth’s Glass House venue, Jodie and Evan hit the dance floor for their first dance to ‘Kiss Me,’ by Dermot Kennedy. “We’ve seen Dermot perform while we were dating, again during our engagement and even had the pleasure of meeting him in person as a married couple,” Jodie shares. “His music is deeply intertwined with our love story.” Between dancing and celebrating, guests enjoyed a dessert bar loaded with a variety of treats, from cupcakes to gluten-free cookies and a smattering of salads and dinner options. The couple’s three-tier white wedding cake was topped with sweet blooms and frosted with almond buttercream. As dusk settled on the desert horizon, Jodie and Evan toasted “forever” with their closest circle.
POST-WEDDING ADVENTURE
Moab offers a bounty of excursions for thrill-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts, and the married couple wasted no time enjoying them. The wedding party reconvened for a day-after brunch and then hit the trails for a private sunset excursion in Hells Revenge dune field. Jodie recalls the unique experience as the perfect end to their celebration. “It was a pulsepounding adventure that we highly recommend to anyone seeking unforgettable memories.”
VENDORS:
PLANNING AND DESIGN: Aloha Bridal Connections, alohabridalconnections.com
VENUE AND CATERING: The Red Earth Venue, theredearthvenue. com
PHOTOGRAPHER: Maggie Bradshaw, maggiebradshawphoto.com
FLORAL: Details by Lauralee, detailsbylauralee.com
GOWN: Lovely Bride, lovelybride.com
GOWN DESIGNER: Louvienne, louvienne.com
VEIL: Toni Federici Veils, tonifederici.com
MENSWEAR: Adam Ross Custom, adamrosscustom.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Tara Johnson, Fringe with Benefits, @fringewithbenefits801
VIDEOGRAPHER: Abshire Films, abshirefilmsphotos.com
CAKE: Sweet Serendipity Moab, @sweetserendipitymoab
CATERING: Moab Private Chef, moabchef.com
BAR SERVICE: Tipsy Trailer, tipsytrailerbar.com
DJ: DJ Beardly, djbeardly.com
STRING QUARTET: Black and White String Quartet, bwsq.co
Ida & Nick
SNOWPINE
LODGE, ALTA AUGUST 13
Planning and Design by BELLE
BODAS EVENTS
Photography by HEATHER NAN
THE COUPLE
When bride Ida was an undergraduate student at the University of Utah, her cousin recruited her to work in a lab, in order to help Ida get experience for dental school applications. After Ida joined the lab, she began noticing photos of another student in the PhD program and asked who he was. Her cousin shared that Nick, a fellow bioengineering PhD candidate, was researching in Paris and was scheduled to return the following semester. Ida was holding out for the right guy, and finally met Nick upon his return at a grad student night out. “As he walked up to me, I just knew this guy was different,” says Ida. “I thought he could be the one!”
THE PROPOSAL
Ida and Nick began dating in March of 2015. Fast forward to 2021, when Nick decided to treat Ida to the trip of a lifetime. Ever since childhood, she had wanted to go to Africa to see wild elephants, and Nick had developed a dream proposal in tandem with this dream trip. Nick and Ida traveled across Tanzania for two weeks, along with a photographer and videographer. At the end of the safari, everyone took a sunset drive through the Serengeti. To Ida’s surprise, Nick had hired trackers to look for elephants. They drove over a hill, and found a herd of hundreds of elephants waiting for them. Ida jumped from the car to watch them migrate across the field, and she turned around to find Nick on one knee. Her dream vacation ended in the perfect engagement story.
THE WEDDING
Drawing from her Persian roots, Ida envisioned her wedding as a luxury middle-eastern celebration that would make her feel like a Persian princess. After a venue hunt, the couple
decided on Snowpine Lodge to host their intimate wedding. “We loved that it was up in the mountains, but also was slightly modern in its decor,” says Ida. “Nowhere else has a backdrop like they do, and the hotel was the perfect size.”
The couple also desired a timeless design, so their wedding memories would feel glamorous and refined for years to come. To accomplish this, Braelynn Tuitupou of Belle Bodas Events created a stunning palette of cream, blush and other neutral hues that contrasted with the mountain and achieved the elegance the couple craved.
THE CEREMONY
The ceremony’s backdrop was a breathtaking cream arch, laden with a wide variety of textured blooms that helped the arrangement stand out against the picture-perfect backdrop. The union began with a traditional Persian ceremony which includes sitting behind a sofreh aghd displaying symbolic items and reading Persian poetry by Hafez. Meanwhile, happily married women ground sugar over the heads of the couple while Ida and Nick fed each other honey to signify sweetening their lives together. Then, the couple exchanged traditional Western vows and rings and Nick surprised his bride by reciting part of his vows in Farsi.
During these festivities, Ida donned a strapless Karoza Bridal ball gown with enough floral detail to equal the show-stopping wedding design. Her jewelry and accessories included a custom diamond set, which Ida’s mother flew to Iran to design and bring to the wedding per Persian tradition. Ida’s parents also gifted Nick a Versace watch to wear with his sleek black attire.
THE PARTY
Back inside the lodge, guests prepared for dinner, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and dancing. The menu included Utah favorites including bison and elk meatballs and smoked trout blinis, alongside more unique courses such as cauliflower falafel, vegetarian lasagna and a spread of traditional Persian pastries baked with love by the mother of the bride. A palette of light neutrals graced the design, with gray linens, blush (or gold) monograms and vine details adorning signage throughout the space. Every table showcased equally stunning blush-and-cream florals performing as the ceremony centerpieces.
After dinner, the couple’s culture came out in full swing. The duo hired both a DJ and a Persian drummer to play at their reception, and the
newlyweds performed a variety of western and Persian dances for their guests. Following a first dance to “Can’t Help Falling in Love with You,” Ida and her father danced to both “This Dance” by Scott Thomas Laughbridge and to “Sattar” by Aroosi. The groom and his mother danced to “Close Your Eyes” by Michael Bublé, and then guests watched the bridal party perform a Persian knife dance, in which the bridesmaids take the cake knife “hostage,” teasing the groom to get money out of him. Once they’ve gotten enough money, they hand the knife over and allow the happy couple to cut their cake—in this case, a lemon poppyseed confection with strawberry icing.
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNER: Belle Bodas Events, bellebodasandevents.com
VENUE AND CATERING: Snowpine Lodge, snowpine.com
PHOTOGRAPHER: Heather Nan Photography, heathernanphoto.com
FLORIST: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com
REHEARSAL DINNER CATERER/VENUE: Snowpine Lodge, Swen’s Restaurant, snowpine.com
BRIDE’S CEREMONY GOWN: Karoza Bridal, karozabridal.com
RECEPTION GOWN: Kleinfeld Bridal, kleinfeldbridal.com
BRIDE’S SHOES: Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com
GROOM’S TUXEDO: Tailor Cooperative, tailorcooperative.com
STATIONERY AND SIGNAGE: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com
RENTALS: Wild Event Studio, wildeventstudio.com; All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com
LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com
HAIR: CREATE. On Location by Tamara Morgan, createonlocation.com
MAKEUP: Morgan Fay, morganfaymua.com
BRIDESMAID GOWNS: Birdy Grey, birdygrey.com
VIDEOGRAPHER: Ryan Hinman Films, ryanhinmanfilms.com
CAKE: Flour and Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
DJ: DJ Rob Bennion, echotalent.com/robbennion
DRUMMER: Moris Hedvat, Los Angeles, @iammoris
CEREMONY HARPIST: Anna Mitton, annamittonevents.wixsite.com
Marla & Nathan
RIVER BOTTOMS RANCH, MIDWAY NOV. 5
Planning and Design by FUSE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS
THE COUPLE
Nathan first saw his bride-to-be, Marla, boarding a flight to Hawaii for a mutual friend’s wedding.
The only problem was that she was there with her boyfriend. Three years later, Nathan and Marla reconnected on a blind date. “It wasn’t long before we knew there was something new and real special happening between us,” Marla says.
Before their engagement, Marla and Nathan were together for an impressive 18 years, 14 of which were spent living an hour apart, separated by bumperto-bumper California traffic. During that time, they suffered joy and pain together, including two breast cancer diagnoses for Marla. After the couple
Photography by BREANNA WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY
beat cancer, they finally moved in together and shared many more milestones, Nathan proposed at the summit of their favorite hike on Park City’s Iron Mountain—a moment marked by music, drinks, happy tears and a custom sapphire engagement ring.
THE WEDDING
“We always said if we were ever to get married, it would be in Park City in the fall.” River Bottoms Ranch served as the perfect modern rustic setting for this artistic autumn celebration. “I am an artist, and I looked at the wedding as an art piece,” says Marla.
Marla and Nathan tied the knot during an intimate, rainy-day ceremony under the venue’s pavilion, while an acoustic guitar played softly and mountain views sprawled in every direction. “The weather brought this unexpected beauty to the property and made for really unique memories of our day,” says Marla.
Marla walked down the aisle in a beaded ivory Rosa Clara gown and a flowing veil with pearl detailing. Blue earrings and a glittering blue heirloom bracelet borrowed
from a friend served as the bride’s somethings old, new, borrowed and blue. The groom wore a dark navy plaid suit by Peter Millar, while the groomsmen were dressed in gray Ted Baker suits accessorized with Tissot watches. The bridesmaids, Marla’s nieces, wore gowns in jade and black, accented with alpaca shawls and live floral hairpieces.
Artfully structured florals in rich burgundy, jade, blue and gold hues were key to the event design accompanied by cream-colored dried ferns. On the reception tables, Ikebana-style arrangements mixed luxe flowers, textured grasses and dried plants in a variety of complementary shapes, styles and palettes. Even each individual bridesmaid bouquet had its own unique color scheme and texture profile. “Each arrangement was a little piece of art,” says Marla. Peacock feathers appeared in the bridal bouquet, as well as on the family table in honor
of Marla’s mother, who she lost to breast cancer. “We had peacocks growing up, and all of our friends and family have always linked my mother to anything peacock.”
Bare wood tables stood as warm foundations for delicate burgundy gauze runners and swaths of glittering glass accented by candlelight. High in the rafters, the venue’s iron chandelier hung clad in colorful fall foliage. The reception design featured a variety of spaces for guests to socialize, including a cozy lounge area by the fire, food stations and bar tables adorned in Marla’s floral art pieces.
THE PARTY
When guests arrived, they were greeted with hot cider and spiced chai. At cocktail hour, bacon wrapped dates with smoked goat cheese and honey, mushroom arancini with truffle aioli, and similarly decadent appetizers circulated the room. Dinner featured small plate stations, offering made-to-order salads, short rib, artisan grilled cheese sandwiches and salmon entrees. Evident to all, the couple and the catering pros Culinary Crafts put just as much emphasis on the art of food as the art of design.
Following the beautiful meal, DJ Rob Bennion pumped up the party with songs for all generations to dance to. The newlyweds performed their first dance to “Standing on the Moon,” sung live by Bruce Hornsby, and Marla and her father danced to “Your Song,” by Elton John, the mother-of-the-bride’s favorite tune.
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNING AND DESIGN: Fuse Weddings and Events, fuseweddingsandevents.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Breanna White Photography, breannawhite.com
VIDEOGRAPHY: Ryan Hinman Films, ryanhinmanfilms.com
VENUE: River Bottoms Ranch, riverbottomsranch.com
FLORAL: The Potted Pansy, thepottedpansy.com
CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com
BAR SERVICE: Top Shelf, topshelfutah.com
GOWN: Rosa Clara via H KLES Bridal Couture, San Diego, rosaclara.es/en
GROOM’S SUIT: Peter Millar, petermillar.com
BRIDESMAID GOWNS: Bill Levkoff, billlevkoff.com and Amsale, amsale.com
GROOMSMEN SUITS: Ted Baker, tedbaker.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Leslie Lind, lesleylind.com
STATIONERY: Minted, minted.com
CEREMONY GUITARIST: Amanda Lynn Jones, amandalynnjonesmusic.com
DJ: DJ Rob Bennion, echotalent.com/robbennion
TRANSPORTATION: The Driver Provider, driverprovider.com
Michajah & McCabe
PRIVATE RESIDENCE, SALT LAKE CITY SEPT. 10
Planning and Design by NORMAN
WEDDINGS
Photography
by
KIANA BATES PHOTOGRAPHY
THE COUPLE
Michajah and McCabe met in the design program of their college in St. George Utah. The pair, along with Michajah’s best friend and roommate Nayvi, became fast friends through the duration of their college experience. After graduating in May 2021 and breaking off a long-term relationship, Michajah discovered possible feelings for her former college friend McCabe. After reconnecting, McCabe eventually admitted he had had feelings for her for a long time. “Everyone but me seemed to know about it, and I was somehow the last person to figure it out,” laughs Michajah. “After it all came out, I realized he was my best friend and that I wanted his love forever.”
That July, the pair became an official couple, and by September McCabe had bought a ring. He held onto the bling until May 2022 so that he could propose in Bear Lake where he first asked Michajah to be his girlfriend. In Michajah’s words, “It was an obvious yes.”
THE WEDDING
Just a couple of months later, the couple sealed the deal with the ultimate vintage-chic ceremony on a family friend’s Salt Lake City estate. As the director of a Makerspace for Utah Tech University, Michajah had all the resources she needed to design her own custom wedding. It began with the stationery: Armed with a pattern from an heirloom handkerchief, a simply-chic palette of black, white and brass and a monogram that she dreamed up herself, this bride hand-picked and laser-cut each piece of the invitation suite, complete with ticket stubs to introduce their “Rock Meets Royal” theme. “The vibe suited us so well,” says the bride. “At a glance, McCabe and I appear to be exact opposites but we just work together so well.”
From there, Michajah added her signature flair to every table with handmade and vintage decor items that she meticulously sourced to fit their desired vibe. Crystal mugs, hand-cut and lettered signage, thrifted teapots and retro cherubs were the highlights of the design, “I was loving anything eclectic with ornate details,” Michajah says. Amid it all, a romantic and whimsical spread of colorful florals brought the classic and cool fairytale event to life. “Having a beautiful space ensured our wedding would feel like a fairytale.”
Michajah walked down the aisle to a quartet rendition of “Something Just Like This.” She was draped in a long-sleeved satin gown, complete with an elegant plunge front, open back and oversized bow to bring her signature edge to the look. Waiting for her under a be-floraled iron arch, McCabe stood in a classic black tuxedo. After a laugnter-and-love-filled ceremony perfomed by minister Greg Jorgenson, the couple returned down the aisle, this time as husband and wife.
THE PARTY
Soon after the ceremony and cocktails, the couple shed their bridal attire in favor of a cutoff denim jacket for McCabe and a lace corset for Michajah, to join their guests for the wedding party of the century. Following a meal of salmon and prime rib and an afternoon of lawn games and disposable-camera selfies, the groom jumped on stage to join his bandmates as their group NVM performed a full rock show that guests danced along to. “It was the first time our family members from out of town were able to see McCabe play live,” Michajah explains. The band played “Fade Into You,” by Inhaler for the couple’s first dance, and served as the soundtrack to a truly rock and roll evening.
At the end of the evening, Michajah and McCabe cut into a stunningly elaborate, six-tier cake, adorned with decadent fondant swirls and vintage Wilton cherub pillars, reminiscent of the iconic Grace Kelly confection. The flavors included gluten-free tiramisu, chocolate caramel and white-chocolate raspberry.
Throughout the event, guests had a ball applying custom, temporary tattoos drawn by the groom, and curating their own “ink” to match McCabe’s impressive sleeves.
THE HONEYMOON
Continuing the celebration after their big day, the couple spent the following days at the Little America, staycationing and brunching with their closest friends.
VENDORS
PLANNING AND COORDINATION: Norman Weddings and Events, normanweddingsandevents.com
VENUE: Private Estate
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kiana Bates Photo, kianabatesphoto.com
FLORAL: The Vita Fiori, thevitafiori.com
CAKE: Maile Cake Design, mailecakedesign.com
GOWN: Mary’s Bridal, marysbridalutah.com
SUITS: Tuxedo Junction, tuxedojunction.com
RENTALS: All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com; Mountain Event Rental, mountaineventrental.com
VIDEOGRAPHER: Ivry Media Works, ivrymediaworks.com
CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com
CEREMONY STRING QUARTET: KateLyn Syphus, syphusmusic.com
RECEPTION BAND: NVM, nvmworldwide. bandcamp.com
Say your vows while saving lives
Photos by Sunshine Shannon Photography
Book an unforgettable wedding at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab
A venue as unique as your special day
Whether you’re planning an elopement, a micro-wedding, or a grand celebration, you can tie the knot with views (nearly as breathtaking as you) of the enchanting cliffs in Angel Canyon. Bring something borrowed, something blue — and someone who barks — because your furry best friend can be right by your side!
The unforgettable guest experience
And better yet, your guests can bring their pets, too, when they book their stay at the country’s most pet-centric hotel, the Best Friends Roadhouse and Mercantile, just five miles from the Sanctuary. Home to 40 hotel rooms, you can reserve a wedding group package. Plus, your guests can enjoy all kinds of activities, tour the Sanctuary, and even spend some time with the animals.
The lifesaving experience
The best part? All wedding and accommodation booking fees go directly back to saving the lives of homeless pets, helping to make the entire country no-kill by 2025.
Contact us
Connect with our staff at Best Friends Roadhouse and Mercantile to learn more about booking your wedding at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Best of State Utah Winner Best Motel, 2022 & 2023 Best of the Best Hospitality, 2023
INSPIRATIONS
Here to help spark ideas for your own dazzling wedding celebration, four teams of Utah wedding pros show off their design skills with one-of-a-kind styled shoots.
Morning Glory
The wedding day promises many special memories for every bride. Why not make an intimate garden brunch with your bridesmaids one of them?
Photography by HEATHER NAN
ABOVE: Billowing sleeves, pearl accents and a full-volume hair bow ensure all eyes on the bride.
RIGHT: Bring a bit of the unexpected (and a heavy dose of high fashion) to your bridal ensemble with a pop-of-color clutch. Anya Hindmarch Maud beaded-satin lemon clutch, available via Net-A-Porter.
FAR RIGHT: Sweet, hand-lettered invitations and place cards deliver a touch of personality to each guest’s experience.
THE SUN IS SHINING, the air is fresh and the morning is filled with the sounds of chirping birds. Imagine beginning your big day at a charming orangery as you and your bridesmaids celebrate with a special brunch set amongst lush gardens, colorful blooms and delightful decorations. This vision inspired an intimate and idea-packed party hosted at the Orangery at Tuscany Restaurant located in Holladay.
MELLOW YELLOW
Staged inside the greenhouse, the table’s design mimics a soft morning palette with a symphony of seasonal yellow and green hues. An elegantly-patterned tablecloth serves as a charming foundation for a lively spread of florals, flatware and other fineries. Each bridesmaid is treated to a curated place setting composed of a classic white charger, a colorful daisy plate, a whimsically patterned napkin and a sweet, hand-lettered menu. Butter-toned blossoms and elegant tapered candles enliven the design of the table’s two bountiful centerpieces. A beautiful blend of cream and yellow blooms composes each arrangement—from fullfaced peonies, roses and anemone providing a symphony of subtle color to tall and slender solidago and forsythia delivering height and dainty texture to the design.
ON THE TABLE
A brunch setting provides a unique opportunity to explore menu options beyond the typical “steak or chicken” wedding fare. Served on the restaurant’s stony terrace, an array of local pastries and desserts are ready for the sunrise version of the cocktail hour. Sweet spreads like this can include something for everyone: crispy kouign-amann and bright lemon tartlets mingle with delicate macarons and peach buns dripping with sweet syrup. And because a wedding is a celebration, obviously cake must make an appearance. Also served on the patio, an elegantly simple frosted round is topped with a beautiful, ruffle-petaled sugar flower. Inside the Orangery’s greenhouse,
Bring on the bling with classic sparkle from J. Brooks Jewelers.
Bernadette Estelle floral-print taffeta gown, Erdem Vacation Azami floral-print cotton-poplin dress, Erdem Vacation Helena cotton-poplin shirt dress, Bernadette Zara off-the-shoulder floral-print linen dress, all available via net-a-porter.com
Edible sugar flowers by Flour and Flourish take ‘too pretty to eat’ to a new level.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Dainty blooms elevate grab-and-go beverages, served on a floral-framed side table.
RIGHT: Dusted, glazed and iced to the nines, a luxurious spread of Gourmandise pastries welcomes the party to the patio.
BELOW: Alternating Bordallo Pinheiro daisy dessert plates deliver cheerful color to each place setting, especially when paired with playfully-patterned napkins and a striped Avignon Pistache tablecloth. Available via Net-A-Porter and Pottery Barn, respectively.
VENDORS
every bridesmaid finds an individual miniature cake, each crowned with its own delicate edible daisy.
FASHION-FORWARD
Flowers flourished beyond the gardens and iced cakes. Floral-patterned gowns were also in full bloom, boasting mixed patterns in tones of soft yellow and green as they dressed the bridesmaids to make this morning soirée as fashionable as it is fun. Of course, the deliciously diverse dresses deliver luster and life to the bridal party portraits, showing off a mix of styles capturing each maid’s personality.
Not to be outshined, the bride pulls out all the stops with her bridal attire. In a be-pearled tulle gown by designer Christie Nicole from Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, she catches all eyes with billowing sleeves, hand-sewn floral applique, a plunging neckline and effortless, chic accessories.
PHOTOGRAPHY, ART DIRECTION & STYLING: Heather Nan, heathernanphoto.com
FLORAL & TABLE STYLING: La Fete Floral, lafetefloral.com
JEWELRY: J. Brooks Jewelers, jbrooksjewelers.com
HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com
MAKEUP: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackard.com
VENUEs: Tuscany Restaurant, tuscanyslc.com; Bellissimo Gardens at Tuscany, bellissimolovegarden.com
FLATWARE, BEADED PLATES, COUPS & RUFFLED NAPKINS: Wild Event Studio, wildeventstudio.com
PATTERN LINEN & NAPKINS: Couleur Nature, couleurnature.com
FLORAL EARTHENWARE: Bordallo Pinheiro, bordallopinheiro.com
COLORED GLASSWARE: Hokku Designs, wayfair.com
SOLID LINENS & CHAIRS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com
PAPER GOODS: Sophie Baddley, S Martine Design, @smartinedesign
GOWN & VEIL: Christie Nicole Bridal, frankiejane.com
PASTRIES: Gourmandise, gourmandise.com
CAKES: Flour & Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
TALENT: NIYA Models, niyamodels.com
BRIDESMAID’S GOWNS: Bernadette & Erdem, net-a-porter.com
BRIDAL CLUTCH: Anya Hindmarch, net-a-porter.com
SHOES: Emilia Wickstead: net-a-porter.com
The orangery at Tuscany Restaurant offers the perfect intimate retreat for a bridal brunch.
Free Floating
Give your love wings to fly with an elegant fantasy wedding theme.
Planning and Design by LESLIE DAWN EVENTS
Photography by ASHLEE BROOKE PHOTO
LLIGHT AND AIRY is the name of the game for today’s bride, and event designer Leslie Price of Leslie Dawn Events delivers effortless, breezy romance in a springtime setting.
A SENSE OF PLACE
If you’re seeking a venue with modern elegance and sleek scenery, look no further than Sandy’s freshly refurbished Twenty & Creek. “I love the airiness of this venue,” Price says. “Setting things against that beautiful white backdrop makes everything feel super clean.” Thanks to the space’s muted tones and sparkling details, any palette will pop with impressive vibrance. Here, a medley of soft purple, rose and blue tones inspire visions of springtime meadows to a wedding lunch.
EMBRACE THE MAGIC
Inspired by butterflies and their graceful forms, Price’s team infuses layers of magic into each element of this wedding design. Colorful silk butterfly hairpieces adorn the bride, complementing her flowing custom gown that moves like fluttering wings with every step. Florals appear suspended along the venue’s stately fireplace and sloped bannisters, delivering whimsy to the room’s decor. Wafer paper wings and intricate sugar flowers enliven a carefree cake, while custom engraved plexiglass butterflies rest on the lip of each glass, leading guests to their seats in perfect harmony with the day’s theme.
TEAM EFFORT
Color has made a triumphant return to weddings this season. Whether you select a vibrant palette or something muted and soft, let texture and color tag-team your design for a powerful visual impression. “I love texture, whether in a floral arrangement or a tablescape,” Price explains. “In this design, texture is infused on the table as a contrast to the delicate blooms.” Crushed velvet linens and glistening gold foil establish a solid foundation for the buoyant floral arrangements topping the table.
SHAPING UP
Experimenting with shape is another method of imbuing a design with visual interest. Rounded menu cards mirror the curves of beaded sapphire chargers, while hand-sculpted candle stands ground the table design, delivering dimension with undeniable romance.
VENDORS
PLANNING AND DESIGN: Leslie Dawn Events, lesliedawnevents.com
VENUE: Twenty & Creek, twentyandcreek.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Ashlee Brooke Photo, ashleebrooke.com
FLORAL: Mille Fleur Design, millefleurdesign.com
RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com
LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com
GOWN: Natalie Wynn Design, nataliewynndesign.com
SUIT: Smith Bespoke, smithbespoke.com
RINGS: Forge Jewelry Works, forgejewelryworks.com
CAKE: Flour and Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com
HAIR: Locks by Liz, @locks.by.liz
HAIRPIECE: Uniq-Dots, etsy.com/shop/uniqdots
MAKEUP: Brynn Thomas Makeup, brynnthomas.com
MODELS: Kaylee Watson and Noah Jarman
LOLLIPOPS: Sugar Art Supply, sugarartsupply.com
MENU CARDS: ZCreate Designs, zcreatedesign.com
SIGNAGE: Made by Jen, @madebyjen_
PRODUCTIONS
Photography by BRANSON MAXWELL PHOTOGRAPHY
FUSCHIA FAB
As a stunning ode to the lush tropical climate of India, Wild Earth Designs curates a dynamic palette of florals, setting the scene for this new-age ceremony. Hot pink anthurium, strawflower and delphinium play happily with sunny eremurus, tulip and amaranthus in a display of stylish lanterns that dazzles from every corner. Consistent with traditional Indian ceremonies, strings of marigolds echo the sun, inviting brightness and positivity to a newly-formed family.
The bride’s bouquet features an ombre arrangement of blooms, transitioning from lemon yellow to delicate pink in perfect harmony.
MODERN MANDAP
Wild Earth’s vibrant, contemporary floral sprays also adorn the structure of a mandap, a traditional altar for Indian weddings, particularly Hindu and Jain ceremonies. The structures are draped with fabric and consist of four pillars that symbolize the four parents who raised the bride and groom.
VENDORS:
PLANNING & DESIGN: Soiree Productions, soireeproductions.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Branson Maxwell Photography, bransonmaxwell.com
FLORAL DESIGN: Wild Earth Designs, wildearthdesigns.com
FLORAL SUPPLIER: JFS Inc., jfswholesale.com
VENUE: Siempre, siempreutah.com
RENTALS: Alpine Event Rentals, alpineevent.co
TABLETOP RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com
LINENS: Creative Coverings, creativecoverings.com
RUGS: Adib’s Rug Gallery, adibs.com
GOWN: Versailles Atelier Bridal, va-bridal.com
JEWELRY: O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com
SUIT: DC Tuxedo, dctuxedos.net
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Lexi Harker Beauty, blushingbeautiesco.com
HENNA: Henna by Sanz, hennabysanz.business.site
STATIONER: Ann Elizabeth Print Studio, annelizabeth.com
CAKE: Cake by Alessandra, cakeut.com
MODELS: Mouneesha Penubothu and Johny Bair, TMG, talentmg.com
With modern floral design (and the jubilant shift into wedding maximalism), a mandap can be transformed from the stage for a seated spiritual Indian ceremony into the backdrop for the familiar Western vow exchange with ease.
PERFECT PALETTE
Full-throttle pigment doesn’t stop at the petals. A sweetheart table nestles in a full meadow of blooms, beautifully coordinated with a spread of color-soaked linens. Gilded swirls of sophisticated pattern enliven a bright tablecloth. Hand-woven rugs serve as the setup’s fashionable foundation, grounding the design in deep maroons and an elaborate motif.
In the paper suite, a peach-hued envelope anchors a collection of finelydetailed paper goods, from a delicate paisley save-the-date with gold accents to a custom-cut fuschia schedule card. A second envelope boasting a warm mustard tint is a beautiful reminder to “respondez, sil-vous-plait.”
DOUBLE DUTY
Mixed-heritage weddings are always full of beautifully blended moments, but take every advantage of the spotlight and give both modern and traditional attire their special moments to shine. A strapless and full-skirted ivory gown sets the stage in elegance during vows, while an vividlyblushed saree helps a bride ring in her happily ever after with joyful color.
Each look is frosted with a unique set of accessories, including glittering gold bracelets and diamonds for the modern bride and rich gold floral earrings that coordinate with the bride’s traditional bangles.
Tying the two worlds together, intricate mehndi (or henna) designs adorn the bride’s forearms. Their twirling vines mirror the feminine floral motif of the wedding gown, while more traditional flower designs on the palms symbolize beauty and new beginnings.
From Paris, With Love
Hoopes Events designs a dreamy wedding day fit for the finest of European nobility.
Photography by MORGAN LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY
FASHION FORWARD
Ask nearly any bride, and she’ll tell you—the most important element of her wedding plan is the dress. The lesson: Allow that perfect gown to inform your event’s theme and design. For this bride, a voluminous organza ball gown with detached sleeves inspires a world of provincial European magic.
The bridal party follows suit. This bride is blessed with a full court of maids, each dressed in a swath of color, lace and embroidered floral motifs fit for royalty.
Speaking of noble air, a bride with a stately eye needs more accessories than a simple veil. A bejeweled tiara fits the bill, adding the perfect dose of sparkle and extravagance.
NOBILITY-READY
Taking the theme in stride, a team of design pros takes a “more is more” approach to heart, transforming the pastoral grounds at Midway’s Homestead Resort into an opulently adorned reception site. Decadence graces every moment of the celebration, beginning with an al fresco luncheon table shining with gold accents—from slender candelabras to elegant gold chairs. Atop gilded chargers, quaint sky blue salad plates echo the floral motif introduced by the splendid set of gowns.
VENDORS:
PLANNING AND DESIGN: Hoopes Events, hoopesevents.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Morgan Leigh Photography, powellwe.com
VENUE AND DESSERTS: Homestead Resort, homesteadresort.com
FLORAL: Fleur and Stems, fleurandstems.com
RENTALS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com
LOUNGE FURNITURE: Utah Vintage Rentals, utahvintage.rentals
STATIONERY: Ann Elizabeth Print Studio, annelizabeth.com
GOWNS AND ACCESSORIES: Versailles Atelier Bridal, va-bridal.com
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Beauty by Reese, beautybyreese.com
MODELS: Kassidy Martinsen, Marin Burraston, Brookelyn Tuckett, Kylie Anne, Jazmine Worthen, Sarah Carrillo
French garden party elegance weaves through the tablescape, emerging in winding strands of pearls, bunches of pristine white roses and lavish feather accents.
Across the property, a stylishly pleated tent illuminated by classic iron chandeliers fosters a fusion of old and new with a reception defined by a clean, white decor and richly textured floral arrangements. Nearby, a sitting area composed of vintage French lounge furniture invites guests to sip champagne and nibble pastries in high style.
PERFECT PATISSERIE
No garden-party celebration is complete without a mouth-watering spread overflowing with decadently baked and elegantly garnished pastries. Multi-colored macarons, triple-tiered mousses and a delicious array of other luxurious delights baked by Homestead’s chefs cover an outdoor dessert buffet, transforming the venue’s patio into a scene reminiscent of a French patisserie. Extend the experience by boxing up a few goodies and sending them home with guests as tasty favors.
THE PAPER EXPERIENCE
The quickest way to create an unforgettable luxury event is to ensure every moment is an experience for your guests. And when it comes to the paper goods, Ann Elizabeth Print Studio delivers style and substance in spades. Deep-colored and sophisticated botanical prints act as a design thread connecting each piece, from velvetribbon place cards to the sheer floral pocket housing the invitation itself. Rounded edges on RSVP cards and an upscale, vertically-displayed menu evoke portraits hanging in a stately home or museum. Colorful programs printed on high-quality paper rest on each seat at the ceremony, giving each guest a guide through the events of the day.
Like a Scene from a Western Dream
@ashleyteresaweddings
Outdoor ballrooms. Riverfront pavilions. Toes-in-the-grass
‘I Dos’. Places to gather together with family, friends, and loved ones. Places to connect you to each other and to your extraordinary surroundings. Perfect places for beautiful new beginnings. And moments remembered forever, by the river, under the sun & towering cliffs, beneath the stars.
SCENE Setting the
Fresh fl orals and an artisan cheese board team to create an eye-catching centerpiece.
PHOTO COURTESY OF CULINARY CRAFTS
Wedding pros’ tips for creating tablescapes that elevate your wedding to the luxury level.
WHEN DREAMING UP the look of your wedding’s dining tables, the very first element to consider is your dining style. Work with your caterer to determine what best fits your event, as the style of service will affect your event’s flow, the amount of design space on the tables themselves and the number of tables needed in the venue.
“Preselected plated dinners always require assigned seating to ensure each guest gets the correct meal,” explains Meagan CraftsPrice, Marketing Manager with luxury caterer Culinary Crafts. According to the
pros, assigned seats thoughtfully arranged by the couple and their planner speed up the transition into dinner, ensuring every guest knows exactly where to go.
To elevate the look and feel of your reception layout, planner Michelle Cousins of Michelle Leo Events almost always recommends a mix of table shapes, sizes and finishes to create a striking visual impact.
“Assorted table dimensions present opportunities to create a variety of designs, while providing a similar enough vein that they all complement each other,” she says.
OPPOSITE: Wedding planner Michelle Cousins encourages couples to embrace a mix of table shapes, as well as bold colors and patterns in their table designs. michelleleoevents.com
PHOTO ASHLEE BROOKE
ABOVE: The sweetheart table is rapidly gaining ground with modern couples as a chance to go all-in on lavish design.
“In especially large spaces, this can be a very impressive look for guests to take in all at once.”
Then comes the fun part: the trimmings. According to Cousins, when getting into the nuts and bolts of your table design, the linen is the foundation. Therefore, tablecloths and coverings should be the first step in your design journey. This allows you to anchor your design with a playful pattern or a bold color, if desired, without overworking the final appearance of the table.
“I wish more brides were brave enough to utilize patterns in their event design,” says Cousins. “It will be more memorable, and it doesn’t have to be trendy. It’s all in how you use it.”
When zooming in to the tablescape design itself, both pros agree that family-style dining is the service style that most heavily impacts your tabletop layout.
“With a traditional family-style service in which platters are left on the table, you have to provide real estate for those platters,” says Cousins. “Often, that means you have to cut back on candles and floral.”
But never fear—a reduction in traditional decor needn’t equate to ho-hum event design. Rather, catering pros like Price encourage couples to let the food deliver beauty to a tablescape.
“Food is the social catalyst at your wedding,” Price explains. “Tablescapes that include food as
part of their design provide an exciting way to get your guests to interact with each other.”
While paring down or removing floral arrangements from tables altogether gives your catering team an empty canvas for creation, you don’t have to be without blooms. For alternative floral flair, consider suspending a lavish floral installation from the ceiling above.
“Giving us tables for use as pure culinary creative spaces makes the service itself a more elevated experience for your guests,” says Price. When it comes to service, Cousins agrees, “When platters of food double as the table’s decor, it gives vendors the cue to be very conscientious about presentation. The caterer becomes a designer, and all vendors must collaborate closely to make each table full and lush, beautiful and presentable.”
You may also want to consider adorning your tables with gorgeously decorated cakes rather than centerpieces. Or rather than running florals down a banquet setting, you could opt for an impressive, table-spanning sprawl of charcuterie and artisan breads. Embrace the true spirit of “family-style” and let your guests interact by serving themselves and others from truly breathtaking platters of food.
Regardless of service style, Cousins suggests a full place setting for every guest to heighten the level of design at a wedding reception. “The minute a table is set, it immediately looks like the couple spent more and thought more about it.”
And whether your celebration includes a family-style meal, buffet stations or a full-plated experience, individual place settings can be arranged accordingly to provide that final polish. “If detail shots and all the little things that go into a polished, finished look are a high priority to the couple, I suggest a plated dinner experience,” explains Cousins.
So what elements actually compose a luxury plate setting? Michelle Cousins lists the proper ingredients: Most high-end settings begin with a charger stylized to match the event’s palette and mood. This is the largest item in each setting, and it will add finalized sparkle to your table design. Atop the charger sits eye-catching china for each guest, but often only if family-style dining is your pick. “Plated dinners will see individual entree plates served to each guest, and buffet services typically host plates at each station as guests serve themselves,” Cousins says.
“Food is the social catalyst at your wedding. Tablescapes that include food as part of their design provide an exciting way to get your guests to interact with each other.”
- Meagan Crafts-Price, Culinary Crafts
YOUR TABLESCAPE BLUEPRINT
1. FIND YOUR FLOW
Your event space, guest count and service style will be the biggest determination of your reception layout. Start there!
2. BUILD YOUR BASE
Begin with your linen selection to establish a firm foundation upon which to build the rest of your table design.
3. READY, SET…
Stack your settings with chargers, flatware, florals and fineries for each guest.
4. FINAL FILL
Whether you delight guests with a full charcuterie centerpiece, dazzle with a dessert spread or show off with mountains of candles and blooms, choose a wow-factor as your final puzzle piece for a sleek and cohesive design.
No place setting is complete without luxurious layers: chargers, fine flatware, colorcoordinated napkins and personalized paper are all musthaves for Cousins.
“When platters of food can double as table decor, it gives vendors the cue to be conscientious about presentation. The caterer becomes a designer, and all vendors must collaborate closely to make each table full and lush, beautiful and presentable.”
- Michelle Cousins, Michelle Leo Events.
Next, a napkin provides a wonderful opportunity to invite fresh color and pattern into your design. Then comes the paper goods. For plated meals and family service, a menu at each seat informs guests of what to expect of the meal. On your buffet or bar, menus can be customized and framed for a well-organized service flow. Paper elements can also include a tasteful place card, leading each guest to their designated seat with personalized flair. These stationery items are yet another layer of your design to help infuse your personal style. Cousins suggests repeating elements from your invitation suite for design continuity, whether it be the palette of your event, a personalized motif or even portraits of pets.
Once your table cloth or covering is determined—whether it’s classic white or something more daring–you then select your charger and china, followed by flatware and glassware. Floral and other statement design pieces become the final “wow-factors.” Each layer delivers a new level of beauty to your design, and a wedding planner’s trained eye can help establish an ideal balance of elements.
“Naturally, everyone wants to start talking about floral and candles, because that’s what the eye sees first,” Cousins says. “But from a design standpoint, that is the icing on the cake. Begin with the piece that people notice least, and let it serve as a prime backdrop for what’s most important.”
These simple-yet-wildly-influential details— and the professional planner who imagines them— are the true mark of a luxury wedding. Increased thought and investment into each small vignette promises a more elevated and high-end experience.
Michelleleoevents.com culinarycrafts.com
Clever combinations of crystal, candles and colorful blooms create unforgettable centerpieces on guest tables.
A LESSON IN
Take inspiration from centuries of beauty to bring timeless fashion to your wedding day look.
Planning and Design: Belle Bodas Events / Photography: In Frames Photography
IN MCCUNE MANSION, one of Salt Lake City’s most historic venues, Belle Bodas event designers and In Frames Photography team up with Boda Bridal salon to showcase classic style with a modern twist.
Perfect pleats pair with sheets of diaphanous tulle for an eternally-chic bridal ensemble. A Regency-ready gathered strapless neckline transitions effortlessly into a modern sheath shirt, showcasing the best of all eras when it comes to comfort and structure.
Prestigio empire-waist gown in silky satin, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal.com; Paulina cathedral veil by Jane Rhyan, janerhyan.com; Bouquet by Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
Embrace simple elegance with the Gaia gown’s delicate straps, princess seams and snug satin silhouette. Layer on cathedral-length lace, and you are dripping with period drama demure.
Gaia strap gown in silky satin, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal.com; Mia cathedral-length lace veil by Jane Rhyan, janerhyan.com; Bouquet by Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
Dare to be dramatic with glittering beadwork, an opulent ostrich-feather train and a flawless figure courtesy of intricate boning. And while the gown can (and should) speak for itself, add even more glamor with a pair of luminescent pearl drops.
Jolie beaded mesh gown, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal.com
With subtly crisp texture, a plunging angular neckline and a classic bodice adorned with ostrich feathers, the soft and sensual Moelleux gown redefines the traditional bridal look. Take the look old school with a timehonored tulle veil, or dive into the new century with unexpected accessories, such as this widebrimmed (and fabulously feathered) white hat.
Moelleux heavy-weight satin gown, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal. com; Feathered wide-brim hat by Morgan Spruill, SLC; Lennon cathedral-length tulle veil, Jane Rhyan, janerhyan.com; Bouquet by Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
All rise for modern angles. Intricately pleated chiffon and mesh with strategicallystitched illusion cutouts deliver a modern charm and a sexy punch to a geometric bodice atop a classically tiered skirt.
Tissé chiffon a-line gown, Boda Bridal, bodabridal.com; Bouquet by Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
You’ve heard of cottage core—this gown showcases a healthy dose of true “bride” core. True to its name, the Amour gown boasts a romantic off-the-shoulder bodice, a gentle gathered silhouette and deliciously silky fabric to wrap the bride in ageless luxury.
Amour off-the-shoulder satin gown, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal.com; Poppy tiered tulle veil by Jane Rhyan, janerhyan.com;
VENDORS
Planning and Design: Belle Bodas Events, bellebodasandevents.com
Photography: In Frames Photography, inframesphotography.com
Bridal Gowns: Boda Bridal, bodabridal.com
Veils: Jane Rhyan, janerhyan.com
Florist: Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
Hair: Tenesha Luckett, @tenesha_styles
Makeup: Savannah Norman Makeup Artistry, @savanahnormanmua
Venue: McCune Mansion, mccunemansion.com
Models: Nefan Deng, @nefan_; Sophia Alohilani, @sophialohilani; Alexa Buffington, @lexbuff
Boho meets Bridgerton in this flowing number, featuring statement bell sleeves and a striking neckline, adorned with button-up pearl details.
Willow textured chiffon gown, Boda Bridal, SLC, bodabridal.com; Bouquet by Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com
Modern vogue and charming vintage collide triumphantly in this unexpected fashion moment. Intricate Italianinspired lace overlays sharplyconstructed diamond mesh for a voluminous look evocative of a graceful ballerina. For even more high-style flair, add detached puff sleeves for additional structure.
Stellina diamond mesh gown with lace overlay, Boda Bridal,
WEDDING VENUE GUIDE
The guide to Utah’s reception venues
SALT LAKE REGION
15th Street Gallery 1519 S. 1500 East, SLC (801) 468-1515 15thstreetgallery.com 84
Alta Lodge
10230 E. Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta (800) 707-2582 altalodge.com
Alta Peruvian Lodge
10000 E. Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta (801) 453-8488 altaperuvian.com
Bambara Restaurant/ Hotel Monaco
202 S. Main Street, SLC (801) 990-9776 (Monaco) (801363-5454 (Bambara) Monaco-saltlakecity.com bambara-slc.com
Bellissimo Gardens at Tuscany 2832 E. 6200 South, SLC (385) 323-9060 bellissimolovegarden.com
Cactus & Tropicals
2735 S. 2000 East, SLC 12252 Draper Gate Drive, Draper
SLC (801) 485-2542 Draper (801) 676-0935 cactusandtropicals.com Draper: 100 SLC: 60
Carmelle Reception Center. 4075 S. Highland Dr., SLC (801) 278-7893 carmelleweddings.com
Carmine’s 2477 Fort Union Blvd., SLC (801) 948-4468 carmines.restaurant
Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House 155 Central Campus Dr., SLC (801) 581-6995 ecclesalumnihouse. utah.edu
Commercial Club 32 Exchange Place, SLC (801) 455-1599 commercialclubvenue.com
The Depot at The Gateway 13 N. 400 West, SLC (801) 456-2803 depotslc.com 1,000
Eccles Theater 131 S. Main Street, SLC (385) 468-1030 saltlakecountyarts.com/ venues/eccles-theater/ 1,000
Edison House 335 S. 200 West, SLC (385) 799-7770 edisonhouseslc.com
LEGEND
Guest capacity: Max number of guests.
On-site: The venue provides catering and bar services.
Off-site: For catering and bar services, the venue allows food and beverage to be brought in. If the bride and groom provide bar services, they may be subject to fees and required to supply a UDABS–certified bartender. On-site coordinator: The
The Commercial Club, SLC
Ember
623 S. State Street, SLC
The Gallivan Center
(385) 355-4211 emberslc.com
239 S. Main Street, SLC (801) 535-6110 thegallivancenter.com
The Grand America Hotel
555 S. Main Street, SLC (801) 258-6770 grandamerica.com
The Hilton, Salt Lake City Center
255 S. West Temple, SLC (801) 328-2000 hilton.com
Hyatt Regency
170 S. West Temple, SLC
The Ivy House
(801) 596-1234 hyatt.com
550 S. 600 East, SLC (801) 792-3161 ivyhouseweddings.com
The Jewish Community Center
2 N. Medical Drive, SLC
Joseph Smith Memorial Building
(801) 581-0098 slcjcc.org
15 E. South Temple, SLC (801) 539-3130 josephsmithmemorialbuildingmeetingsandevents.com
Ken Garff Scholarship Club
451 S. 1400 East, SLC (801) 587-9328 invitedclubs.com
La Caille 9565 Wasatch Blvd., Sandy (801) 942-1751 lacaille.com
Le Jardin 1910 Dimple Dell Road, Sandy (801) 326-2511 lejardinweddings.com
The Leonardo
209 E. 500 South, SLC (801) 531-9800 theleonardo.org
Little America
500 S. Main Street, SLC (801) 258-6700 saltlake.littleamerica.com
Log Haven 6451 E. Millcreek Canyon Rd, SLC (801) 272-8255 log-haven.com
Louland Falls Parley’s Canyon Exit 131 on I-80W (801) 455-4989 loulandfalls.com
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium 12033 South Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper (801) 355-3474 livingplanetaquarium.com
Magnolia Grove
1117 W. South Jordan Pkwy., South Jordan (801) 254-8794 magnoliagroveweddings. com
Market Street Grill Cottonwood 2985 E. Cottonwood Pkwy., SLC (801) 947-0542 marketstreetgrill.com
Marriott Downtown 75 S. West Temple, SLC (801) 531-0800 marriott.com
Marriott City Center 220 S. State Street, SLC (801) 961-8700 marriott.com
Marriott University Park
480 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 581-1000 marriott.com
McCune Mansion
200 N. Main Street, SLC (801) 531-8866 mccunemansion.com
Memorial House
375 N. Canyon Road, SLC (801) 521-7969 memorialhouse-utah.com
Millcreek Inn
5802 E. Millcreek Canyon Road, SLC (801) 278-7927 millcreekinn.com
Millennial Falls 12375 S. 1300 East, Draper (801) 495-3737 millennialfalls.com
Natural History Museum of UT 301 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-9538 nhmu.utah.edu
Old Mill Clubhouse at Old Mill Golf Course 6080 S. Wasatch Blvd., SLC (385) 468-1431 slco.org/golf/old-mill/ restaurant/
Peery Hotel 110 W. Broadway, SLC (801) 521-4300 peeryhotel.com
Pierpont Place 163 W. Pierpont Avenue, SLC (801) 200-3113 pierpontplace.com
Publik 975 S. West Temple, SLC (801) 355-3161 publikcoffee.com
Radisson Downtown 215 W. South Temple, SLC (801) 531-7500 radisson.com
Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-0556 redbuttegarden.org
Salt Lake City Public Library 210 E. 400 South, SLC (801) 524-8218 slcpl.org
The Salt Lake Country Club 2400 Country Club Drive, SLC (801) 466-8751 saltlakecountryclub.com
Sheraton City Center 150 W. 500 South, SLC (801) 401-2000 sheratonsaltlake cityhotel.com
Siempre 1283 E Mike Weir Dr., Draper (801) 508-4851 siempreutah.com
Silver Fork Lodge 11332 E. Big Cottonwood Canyon, Brighton (801) 533-9977 silverforklodge.com
Snowbird 9385 S. Snowbird Center Drive, Snowbird 1 (800) 232-9542 snowbird.com
Snowpine Lodge 10420 Little Cottonwood Road, Alta (801) 742-2000 snowpine.com
Solitude Mountain Resort 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude (303) 749-8370 solitudemountain.com
Westminster College 1840 S 1300 East, SLC (801) 832-2522 westminsteru.edu
Squatters Pub Brewery 147 W. Broadway, SLC (801) 363-2739 squatters.com
This Is The Place Heritage Park 2601 E. Sunnyside Avenue, SLC (801) 924-7507 thisistheplace.org
The Tasting Room 357 W. 200 South, SLC (801) 225-6575 tastingroomslc.com
The Tower at Rice Eccles Stadium 451 S. 1400 East, SLC (801) 581-5445 stadium.utah.edu
Thomas S. Monson Center 411 E. South Temple, SLC (801) 213-8770 monsoncenter.utah.edu
Twenty & Creek 2050 E. Creek Road, Sandy (801) 618-7142 twentyandcreek.com
University Guest House & Conference Center at Fort Douglas 110 S. Fort Douglas Blvd., SLC (801) 587-2925 universityguesthouse.com
Utah State Capitol 350 N. State St., SLC (801) 538-3074 utahstatecapitol.utah.gov
Utah Museum of Fine Arts 410 Campus Center Drive, SLC (801) 581-5643 umfa.utah.edu
Veneto
370 E. 900 South, SLC (801) 359-0708 venetoslc.com
Wheeler Farm
6351 S. 900 East, SLC (385) 468-1755 slco.com/wheelerfarm
Willow Creek Country Club
8505 Willow Creek Drive, Sandy (801) 942-1954 willowcreekcc.com
Woodhaven Pointe
6775 S. 900 East, Midvale (801) 566-1100 woodhavenpointe.com
UTAH VALLEY REGION
Academy Square Provo City Library
550 N. University Ave., Provo (801) 852-6657 provolibrary.org
Aura
530 E State St., American Fork (801) 592-8010
Bungalow
235 S. 100 West, Pleasant Grove (801) 785-2111 bungalowwedding.com
Knot and Pine
45 E. 200 North, Alpine (801) 770-4642 knotandpine.com
Northampton House
198 W. 300 North, American Fork (801) 492-1100
Provo Marriott
101 W. 100 North, Provo (801) 377-4700 marriott.com
Quiet Meadow Farm
1805 E. 1200 N., Mapleton (801) 438-9394 quietmeadowfarms.com
Riverside Country Club
2701 N. University Ave, Provo (801) 374-1347 riversidecountryclub.org
Sleepy Ridge Event Center
730 S. Sleepy Ridge Drive, Orem (435) 485-9500 sleepyridgeweddings.com
Springville Museum of Art
126 E. 400 South, Springville (801) 491-5711 smofa.org
Stone Gate Weddings
886 West 2600 North, Pleasant Grove (801) 995-9996 stonegateweddings.com
Sundance Resort
8841 N. Alpine Loop Road, Sundance 1-877-533-1929 sundanceresort.com
Thanksgiving Point
3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi (801) 768-4947 thanksgivingpoint.org
Wadley Farms
35 E. 400 North, Lindon (801) 404-9996 wadleyfarms.com
Walker Farms
26 South 500 East, Lindon (801) 899-5102 walkerfarms.com
White Shanty
502 S. 300 West, Provo (801) 674-6070 whiteshantyvenue.com
The Wild Oak
450 W. Gillman Lane, Lindon (385) 955-9675 thewildoakvenue.com
Young Living Weddings & Special Events
3700 N. Highway 91, Mona 1 (800) 371-9486 youngliving.com
4U Ranch 3158 W. 5000 North, Peoa 4uranch.org
350 Main 350 Main Street, Park City (435) 649-3140 ext. 103 350main.com
The Blue Boar Inn 1235 Warm Springs Road, Midway (435) 654-1400 theblueboarinn.com
The Lodge at Blue Sky 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy, Wanship (866) 296-8998 aubergeresorts.com/ bluesky
Canyons Grand Summit Hotel 4000 Canyons Resort Drive, Park City (435) 615-8099 thecanyons.com
Deer Valley Resort 2250 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City (435) 645-6624 deervalley.com
Goldener Hirsch Inn 7520 Royal Street East, Park City (800) 252-3373 goldenerhirschinn.com
Grub Steak 2093 Sidewinder Dr, Park City (435) 649-8060 grubsteakparkcity.com
High Star Ranch 218 Buck Rail Dr, Kamas (435) 783-3526 highstarranch.com
High West Distillery 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy., Wanship highwest.com
Homestead Resort & Spa 700 N. Homestead Drive, Midway (435) 657-3840 homesteadresort.com
Hotel Park City 2001 Park Avenue, Park City (888) 999-0098 hotelparkcity.com
Kimball Art Center 1251 Kearns Blvd., Park City (435) 649-8882 kimballartcenter.org
Main + Sky Hotel 201 Heber Avenue, Park City (435) 658-2500 theskylodgeparkcity.com
The Montage Deer Valley 9100 Marsac Avenue, Park City (435) 604-1300 montagehotels.com
Sheraton Park City 1895 Sidewinder Drive, Park City (435) 649-2900 marriott.com
Park City Mountain Resort 1345 Lowell Avenue, Park City (435) 615-8099 weddings.pcmr.com
Park Meadows Country Club 2000 Meadows Drive, Park City (435) 649-2460 parkmeadowscc.com
Pendry Park City 2417 W. High Mountain Rd., Park City (425) 800-1900 pendry.com/park-city
River Bottoms Ranch 1374 N. River Road, Midway (435) 503-4379 riverbottomsranch.com
The Spur Bar & Grill
352 Main Street, Park City (435) 649-3140 ext. 103 thespurbarandgrill.com
The St. Regis Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City (435) 940-5700 stregis.com/slcxr
Stein Eriksen Lodge 7700 Stein Way, Park City (435) 645-6493 steinlodge.com/weddings
Tag Ranch 1738 W. Hoytsville Road, Wanship (801) 414-5131 tagranchweddings.com
Waldorf Astoria 2100 Frostwood Drive, Park City (435) 647-5500 hilton.com
Washington School House Hotel 543 Park Avenue, Park City (435) 649-3800 washingtonschool house.com
DoubleTree by Hilton 1800 Park Avenue, Park City (435) 615-8099 yarrowhotelparkcity.com
Zermatt Resort & Spa 784 W. Resort Drive, Midway (435) 657-0180 zermattresort.com
SOUTHERN UTAH REGION
Amangiri 1 Kayenta Road, Canyon Point (435)675-3999 aman.com
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab (435) 688-2327 bestfriends.org/sanctuary
Bloomington Country Club 3174 S. Bloomington Drive East, St. George (435) 673-4687 bloomingtoncountry club.com
Bluff Dwellings Resort and Spa 2625 US-191, Bluff (435) 672-2477 bluffdwellings.com
Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club 2537 W. Entrada Trail, St. George (435) 986-2200 golfentrada.com
Lazalu 11 Kolob Terrace Rd., Virgin (435) 619-4299 lazalu.com
The Ledges of St. George 1585 Ledges Parkway, St. George (435) 634-4600 ledges.com
Moab Under Canvas 13784 US-191, Moab (888) 496-1148 undercanvas.com/moab
Red Cliffs Lodge Milepost 14, Highway 128, Moab (435) 259-2002 redcliffslodge.com
Tuacahn 1100 Tuacahn Drive, Ivins (435) 652-3200 tuacahn.org
Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa Mile 17 Highway 128, Moab (435) 259-4642 sorrelriver.com
Zion Red Rock Villa 991 W. 230 South, Rockville (435) 772-3139 zionredrock.com
Zion National Park Lodge 1 Zion Lodge, Springdale (435) 772-7700 zionlodge.com
NORTHERN UTAH REGION
Bullen Center 43 S. Main Street, Logan (435) 752-0026 centerforthearts.us
Chantilly Mansion 170 N. Main Street, Layton (801) 593-9838 nowplayingutah.com/ chantilly-mansion
Conestoga Ranch 427 N. Paradise Parkway, Garden City (844) 464-5267 conestogaranch.com
Davis 19th Hole Banquet Center 1074 E. Nichols Road, Fruit Heights (801) 540-8074 davisparkutah.com
Eaglewood Golf Course 1110 E Eaglewood Dr., North Salt Lake 801-335-8648 eaglewoodgolf.com
Eldredge Manor 564 W. 400 North, Bountiful (801) 292-5501 eldredgemanor.com
The 5th Floor 2411 Kiesel Ave Ste. 502, Ogden (801) 252-5366 thefifthfloorutah.com
The Foundry 2452 E. 6700 South, Uintah (801) 864-4369 foundryweddings.com
The Grand Ballroom 165 S. Main St., Bountiful (801) 888-4910 foundryweddings.com
Grand Victorian 2767 W. Gentile Street, Layton (385) 333-1235 grandvictorianweddings. com
La Cappella at Canterbury 197 500 S., Bountiful (801) 292-5053 lacappellaevents.com
Maddox at the Goble Lodge 1900 S. Highway 89, Perry 1-800-544-5474 maddoxfinefood.com
The Monarch 455 25th Street, Ogden (801) 893-6604 themonarchogden.com
Ogden Eccles Conference Center 2415 Washington Blvd., Ogden (801) 689-8600 oeccutah.com
The Ogden Union Station 2501 Wall Avenue, Ogden (801) 629-8680 theunionstation.org
The Riverwoods Conference Center 615 Riverwoods Parkway, Logan (435) 750-5151 theriverwoods.com
Snowbasin 3925 E. Snowbasin Road, Huntsville (801) 620-1075 snowbasin.com
Sweet Magnolia 270 Main St., Kaysville (801) 347-9009 sweetmagnoliavenues. com 125
Talia Event Center 22 E. 200 South, Clearfield (801) 510-6509 taliaeventcenter.com
Tuscany Garden Reception Center 1856 W. 4500 South, Roy (801) 837-6756 tuscanygardenroy.com
PREFERRED VENDORS
Beauty
Beauty By Reese
2150 S Main St., ste. 105, SLC (775) 200-6644 | beautybyreese.com
Bridal Consultants & Event Planners
Duet Weddings & Events duetweddingsandevents.com
Fuse Weddings & Events
918 S 500 West, ste. C, SLC (801) 512-2075 fuseweddingsandevents.com
Hoopes Weddings and Events
107 E. Fort Union Blvd., Midvale (435) 414-0090 | hoopesevents.com
Karla Edlinger Events
4223 Vintage Circle, Provo (801) 592-8010 karlaedlingerevents.com
Cakes & Caterers
Cake by Alessandra
3135 W. Wildflower Ln., Lehi (801) 901-6485 | cakeut.com - By appointment only -
Chip Cookies
To find a location nearest you, please visit: chipcookies.co/pages/locations
Culinary Crafts
357 W. 200 South, #100, SLC (801) 355-6575
573 W. State St., Ste A, Pleasant Grove (801) 225-6575 | culinarycrafts.com
Sprinkles Cupcakes
4488 W Teal Ridge Way, ste. H-145, Riverton (385) 988-4013 | sprinkles.com
Entertainment
Diamond Empire Band info@diamondempireband.com (720) 937-5185 diamondempireband.com
Ian McIver (307) 699-7750 ianmcivermusic.com
Skylark Productions
3397 N 560 West, Lehi (800) 447-2576 | skylarkprod.com
Utah Live Bands
3397 N 560 West, Lehi (800) 447-2576 utahlivebands.com
Decorators/Florists
Cactus & Tropicals
2735 S. 2000 East, SLC (801) 485-2542
12252 S. Draper Gate Drive, Draper (801) 676-0935 | cactusandtropicals.com
Decoration Inc. 826 S 500 West, SLC (801) 521-8533 | decorationinc.com
Every Blooming Thing
1344 S. 2100 East, SLC (801) 521-4773 new.everybloomingthing.com
Jewelers & Accessories
Farr’s Jewelry 2466 Washington Blvd, Ogden (385) 489-1252 | farrs.com
Fred Meyer Jewelers
To find a location nearest you, please visit: fredmeyerjewelers.com
O.C. Tanner Jewelers
15 S. State Street, SLC (801) 532-3222
416 Main Street, Park City (435) 940-9470 octannerjewelers.com
Photographers & Videographers
Pepper Nix Photographers (801) 661-1106 | peppernix.com
Utah Jive (801) 742-1662 | info@utahjive.com utahjive.com
Reception Centers & Ceremony Venues
Alta Lodge 10230 UT-210, Alta (801) 742-3500 | altalodge.com
Best Friends Animal Society
2005 S 1100 East, SLC (801) 574-2454 | bestfriends.org
Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House
155 S. Central Campus Drive, SLC (801) 581-6995 ecclesalumnihouse.utah.edu
Deer Valley Resort
2250 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City | (435) 645-6624 deervalley.com
High Star Ranch
218 Buck Rail Dr., Kamas (435) 783-3515 | highstarranch.com
Hilton Salt Lake City Center
255 S. West Temple, SLC slccc_cateringadmin@hilton.com (801) 238-4812 hiltonsaltlakecitycenter.com
Natural History Museum of Utah
301 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-9538 nhmu.utah.edu/weddings
Newpark Resort 1476 Newpark Blvd, Park City (435) 649-3600 newparkresort.com
Pendry Park City
2417 W. High Mountain Road Park City | (435) 800-1990 pendry.com/park-city/weddings/
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-9563 redbuttegarden.org
Red Cliffs Lodge Milepost 14, Highway 128, Moab (435) 259-2002 redcliffslodge.com
River Bottoms Ranch 1374 N. River Road, Midway (435) 503-4379 riverbottomsranch.com
Snowbird Resort
9385 S. Snowbird Center Drive, Snowbird (800) 232-9542 | snowbird.com
St. Regis - Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City (435) 940-5700 | stregis.com/slcxr
Sundance Mountain Resort
8841 N. Alpine Loop Road, Sundance (877) 533-1929 sundanceresort.com/weddings
The Grand America Hotel 555 S. Main Street, SLC (801) 258-6770 | grandamerica.com
The Ledges of St. George 1585 Ledges Parkway, St. George (435) 634-4600 ledges.com/wedding-events
This is the Place Heritage Park 2601 E. Sunnyside Avenue, SLC (801) 582-1847 | thisistheplace.org
Twenty & Creek
2050 Creek Road, Sandy (801) 618-7142 | twentyandcreek.com
Walker Farms 26 S 500 East, Lindon (801) 899-5102 | walkerfarms.com
Young Living Weddings & Special Events
3700 Old Hwy 91, Mona (800) 371-9486 | youngliving.com
Rental
Diamond Event & Tent 4518 S. 500 West, SLC (801) 262-2080 | diamondevent.com
Vault Event Rentals Park City | (435) 631-9905 vaulteventrentals.com
Wild Event Studio
1950 Woodbine Way, ste. 1, Park City hello@wildeventstudio.com wildeventstudio.com
Restaurants & Bars
Harbor Seafood & Steak Co. 2302 Parleys Way, SLC (801) 466-9827 | harborslc.com
Rodizio Grill
600 S 700 East, 2nd Floor, SLC (801) 220-0500 | rodiziogrill.com
Vine Lore Wine & Spirits 1314 S 1100 East, SLC (801) 359-0244 | vinelore.com
Zest Kitchen & Bar
275 S 200 West, SLC (801) 433-0589 | zestslc.com
utahbrideandgroom.com
2024 White Party
Photographs by PEPPER NIX PHOTOGRAPHERS
Thanks to Fuse Weddings and Events, Twenty and Creek venue and several other top-notch local vendors, Utah Bride & Groom’s annual live White Party made a triumphant return from pre-pandemic 2019 as it celebrated Utah’s talented bridal community.
1. Interactive dining stations by Culinary Crafts kept guests well-fed and newlyeducated on the endless possibliies of wedding dishes. 2. The venue’s floral-lined staircase acted as a fashion-show runway for the evening. 3. Makeup artists Reese Stockman, Beauty by Reese, and Darlene Wing, Beauty by Darlene, with Kenna Schow of Stein Eriksen Lodge. 4. Sarah Baltz, Sparkle Photography, poses with guest Emily Drown. 5. Models from Ballet Center Utah were the talk of the evening: Kathryn O’Mara, Arely Zarate, Kianna Behunin, editor Megan Bartholomew, Lora Anderson and Elizabeth Myers. 6 Lovely lounge furnished by Decoration. Inc.
Twenty & Creek staff: Lo Sheffield, Melania Rossiter, Megan Bonham, Jenn Parry and Lauren Thopson. 8. River Bottoms Ranch staff: Madison Oliveria, Melanie Dunn, Katie Carter, Janica Horner and Hailey Bonny. 9. Garth Peay, Garth Custom; Hailey Arnold, Hail Photo Co.; Joslyn Poole, Metro Music Club; Arturo Hernandez, Garth Custom. 10. A favorite photoop was the show-stopping fireplace with florals by Decoration, Inc. 11. White Party’s planner Mara Mazdzer of Fuse Weddings and Events poses with Jenner Lehr of Ann Elizabeth Print Studio. 12. Kara Campos, Kara Camp Photo; Tanaya Black, Bumble and Blossom Floral; Tatum Knell, Frankie Jane Couture Bridal; Holly Smith, Frankie Jane Couture Bridal; Tara Zarbock, Flowers of the Press.
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Coming Up Roses
CAKE MEADOWS ARE the latest trend in dessert decor. Rather than choosing a simple cake stand and ribbon, brides are decking their cake tables with full-force florals. After all, why shouldn’t your dessert be a feast for the eyes, too?
Cake designed by Cake by Alessandra, cakeut.com
