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DESTINATION WEDDING? Welcome! Learn about Utah’s top event locales FOUR GORGEOUS STYLED SHOOTS From teams of talented Utah Pros

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Please call (844) 237-8824 or email weddings@bdresort.com to book your special event at Black Desert Resort or choose from additional locations at nearby Red Mountain Resort.

S T O R Y B O O K WE D D I N G , MA JESTIC MOUNTAIN SET TING It would truly be our honor to host you and yours as you celebrate your love. Whether you want to say “I do” on the slopes as the flowers bloom, or dine and dance the night away in one of our stunning lodges, we offer wedding packages that are a perfect fit for the perfect couple. deervalley.com/weddings

Exquisite Beginnings Perfect every aspect of your distinct vision. Taking care and pleasure at every sense, and refining each touchpoint with the subtle details that transform your dreams into a singular experience. The St. Regis Deer Valley elevates the atmosphere with the sights, scents and ambiance that transcends the ordinary in every way.

The St. Regis Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City, Utah 84060 t. + 435 940 5700

Photography by: Angela Howard, ChudleighWeddings, Heather Nan, Lidnsay Jay, and Sparkle Photography

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Perfect your look with the elegance of pearls.

FEATURES

51 REAL WEDDINGS Real couples. Real love. Reallife inspiration. See how eight unique couples executed their dream weddings with the help of Utah’s seasoned pros: planners, caterers and beyond.

73 INSPIRATIONS Four teams of the state’s top wedding professionals let their talent and imagination run wild, creating dream-worthy styled shoots to inspire your wedding design.

94 SWEET SENSATIONS Make a big menu statement with a sculptural and scrumptious wedding cake. Whether brilliant white or packed with colorful blooms, a vintage vibe or a modern contemporary soiree, dessert is the perfect medium to showcase your individual wedding style. PHOTOS BY KATE OSBORNE

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LEADING LADY Here comes the bride—and she’s ready for her close-up. Find your dream gown among these Hollywood-ready looks. PHOTOS BY BLAKE HOGGE

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BEGINNINGS Learn the latest in bridal trends, tips and talent from florals to glittering jewels.

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ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED? Make your event the talk of the town with unforgettable reception activities and entertainment.

DREAM DESTINATIONS

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VENUE GUIDE

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PREFERRED VENDORS

The ultimate guide to Utah’s wedding venues.

Say hello to our top vendor picks.

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Each Spring, the best in Utah’s wedding business come together to network and celebrate at Utah Bride & Groom’s annual White Party. Photos by Ashlee Brooke

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Adventurous brides are in the know—Utah’s landscapes are the ideal backdrop for a special celebration.

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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

submissions for the following year open in January, and are accepted on a rolling basis until August 1.

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Assoctiate Editor Avrey Evans (Left) with Editor Megan Bartholomew (Right)

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F YOU’RE READING THIS, you are likely recently engaged. Congratulations! We are thrilled to be part of your experience. Within this magazine, you’ll fi nd a carefully curated collection of wedding inspiration galleries. Some will make the girl’s girl bride’s dreams come to life, full of delicate colors and princess-gown magic (Happily Ever After, page 74), while others celebrate adventurous couples by drawing on unrivaled views (Monochrome Magic, page 82) and venues within Utah’s unique and unforgettable landscapes (Mountain Majesty, page 78). For the high-style bride, a selection of spotlight-ready gowns awaits (Leading Lady, page 102). And if the menu is front of mind for you and your love, prepare to amaze with an unforgettable wedding cake (Sweet Sensations, page 94). Whatever stage of planning you’re in, join us as we explore the talent, beauty and expertise that Utah’s wedding industry has to offer.

Megan Bartholomew, editor

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MOUNTAIN WEDDINGS REHEARSAL DINNERS EXCLUSIVE EVENTS LODGING

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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 for your next private event or the wedding of your dreams.

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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

Photo by Kailee Matsumura Photography

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BEGINNINGS Wedding Tips, Trends & Talents

FLORA WITH FLOURISH FOLIAGE IS HAVING its major bridal moment this season, bringing sublime height and texture to wedding-day floral designs around the state. At Twenty & Creek, florist and master planner Allison Baddley of La Fête Floral & Events employs locally foraged Indian hemp alongside a warm palette of blooms from Artisanal Blooms farm to create a fabulous fall-wedding vignette.

Event Design by La Fete Floral & Events Photo by Mikki Platt

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BEGINNINGS | Menswear

GET WILD Wild West, that is! For a Utah wedding, embracing the cowboy spirit is a must-have experience for a groom and his men. Luckily, local leather craftsmen saddle up to help.

4 Meticulously created by Utahn-native and master craftsman Gavin Ambrose, this celebration-ready bourbon bag features a beautiful rustic leather exterior and is entirely lined in a luxurious and durable English Bridle leather. Each bespoke bag is customized to your groom’s favorite bottle, and includes a custom valet tray for serving in style.

Want to invite even more western style to your wedding day? Hire Fallen Sky Stone’s team to craft custom hats on-site for each guest with a luxury hat bar.

1. Ettura Rivet Calf Belt, $395, UWM Men’s Shop, uwmmensshop.com 2. Ettura Patchwork Alligator Belt, $950, UWM Men’s Shop, uwmmensshop.com 3. Custom Wool Hat, from $159, Fallen Sky Stone, fallenskystone.com 4. Ghostwood Bourbon Bag, $3,700, Hellhound Leather Co., hellhoundleatherco.com 5. Custom Wrapped Leather Flasks, $30, Hellhound Leather Co., hellhoundleatherco.com 6. Rattlesnake Jasper Bolo Tie, $395, Hell’s Canyon Bolo Co., hellscanyonboloco.com 7. JB Stetson Square Toe Dress Boots, $770, Bolt Ranch Store, boltranchstore.com

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Love. Laughter. Luxury. Stress-free wedding planning starts here! Celebrate your big day at Snowpine Lodge and discover all that our luxury mountain resort has to offer.

Host your dream wedding, bridal shower, bachelorette, or honeymoon escape at Snowpine Lodge, where luxury, love and laughter come together for an unforgettable mountain experience. No matter what you are celebrating, you and your guests will be surrounded by serene mountain views and amenities including the rejuvenating oasis of our Stillwell Spa, and exceptional food in our mountain-top restaurant, Swen’s. 10420 Little Cottonwood Road, Alta, Utah 84092 | 801-742-2000 | Snowpine.com

BEGINNINGS | Jewelry

SHAPE UP Curate your one-of-a-kind bridal jewelry set with shapely stones in every piece.

TOP TO BOTTOM O.C. Tanner Collection Florence diamond ring in platinum, $41,200; Kwiat Cushion diamond band in platinum, $38,000; Kwiat Five Stone Ashoka diamond ring in platinum, $76,200; O.C. Tanner Collection Grace diamond ring in platinum, $55,000; Sethi Couture stacking bands, starting at $1,685. All available via O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com

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BOLDER BRIDES with a fi nger on fashion’s hottest trends will know that multi-stone and cluster rings are all the rage in the celeb world. “For more traditional bridal clients, the band is where we are seeing more mixed shapes of stones,” says Ericka Weissman, diamond buyer at O.C. Tanner Jewelers. Take a page from the trends book, and treat yourself to a stack of mixed-shape wedding bands to accompany your engagement ring. For added flair, consider a flashy eternity band. Unlike a traditional wedding band with stones on the top, it features bling all the way around the ring, another symbol of love. “Many clients who want something different, or may not plan to be regularly wearing a traditional solitaire engagement ring, will go for a larger eternity band,” Weissman says. “Radiants in a bezel setting, or ovals and cushions are all very popular choices.”

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CELEBRATION

MAKERS Written By Blakely Page

THE VISIONARIES BEHIND “I DO” In this special section, we highlight Utah’s most talented wedding professionals, showcasing their creative insights on the evolving wedding landscape. From breathtaking venues and artistic floral designs to full-service event planners, these experts offer inspiration and fresh ideas for crafting an unforgettable, personalized celebration.

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Artisan Bloom

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HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED what it takes to create your dream wedding floral landscape? The pros at Artisan Bloom have stunning design down to a science. While the team is well versed in all styles of floral design, brides seeking the most show-stopping florals in the state turn to Artisan Bloom for their signature “Artisan Style,” featuring lush, heirloom-style blooms layered with summer foliage in truly breathtaking designs. With their impressive team of designers, Artisan Bloom’s design capability is quite diverse, always delivered with the highest level of quality and craftsmanship. “We only source the best productWe are picky,” says owner and creative director Kellie Jackstien. Once curated and delivered, every stem is meticulously

cut, hydrated and allowed to open throughout the week to get them to the perfect stage of ‘open’ before they’re utilized in each unique design. Artisan’s floral arrangements and installations have quite the journey before reaching wedding day: processing, cleaning and preparing inventory like vases and candles, last-minute sourcing, designing, night installations and of course the wedding day setup and takedown. When combined with inspiration calls and day-of work, that’s over 430 labor hours per event. When producing 3-4 weddings per week, that’s a lot of hours. That’s a lot of Artisans. But with over 20 years of experience, the Artisan Bloom team is positioned to execute each event with professionalism and style.

KELLIE JACKSTIEN

OWNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: We’ve seen a shift in the last couple of years into bright, vibrant color— and we think a modern, monochrome wave is coming.

EXCITED ABOUT: Impressive installations are transforming venues into immersive ﬂoral experiences. With the right balance, these are turning into fabulous wedding-day focal points.

FRESH IDEAS: Your events should be magical, memorable and personal. Don’t waste your energy on DIY—hire a professional and spend your valuable time enjoying with your loved ones.

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Elements of Sage

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JOHANNA PAY OWNER & ARTISAN

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: In addition to our signature sage bundles, the collection now includes sage wedding favors and bouquets thoughtfully designed to bring a natural beauty to your wedding day.

EXCITED ABOUT: Our new collection of wedding favors and bouquets! These new offerings are designed to set heartfelt intentions, clear old energies and enhance positive energy throughout your celebration.

FRESH IDEAS: Sage adds a powerful element to traditional wedding ceremonies, symbolizing blessings for the bride and the signiﬁcance of the day. At a recent ceremony, the earthy aroma meandered through the crowd, connecting the couple to their guests. The ofﬁciant spoke about how the natural energy of the sage bundle serves to bless their union, creating a sanctuary of support for one another, emphasizing the couple’s bond and newly shared energy. It was truly magical.

SETTING A MEANINGFUL intention for your marriage is an essential fi rst step when planning a wedding. As you embark on this new journey, imagine grounding your ceremony in love, peace and purpose with a handcrafted holistic sage bundle. At Elements of Sage, owner and sage artisan Johanna Pay thoughtfully designs sage bundles to reflect the beauty of new beginnings. Her creations use locally and ethically sourced sage, herbs and wildflowers, ensuring sustainability with only natural components. “Alongside sage, blending additional components can help refi ne intentions. While sage burning represents renewal and the clearing away of old patterns,

other elements such as dried flowers are incorporated to enhance specific energies and embody warmth, happiness and health,” explains Pay. “Adding rose strengthens the heart chakra with love and unity, while lavender brings peace, calm and joy to comfort the union. Once we understand our clients’ motivations and intentions, our bundles provide a way for the couples to connect with nature, supporting their journey toward wellness and harmonious beginnings.” As you plan your special day, embracing an intention-setting sage ritual is a unique way to deepen your connection and enrich your celebration.

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YOUR DREAM WEDDING deserves a space as unique as your love story. Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by lush landscapes and breathtaking views, where every corner offers the perfect backdrop. The Venue at The Ranches is a masterpiece of versatility and beauty. Its sleek, modern design creates the ideal canvas for a range of styles, offering a customizable space to authentically capture your personality and vision. The black-and-white space provides an industrial charm paired with modern sophistication, boasting tall ceilings and open rafters that create a spacious, airy atmosphere, while the picturesque golf course shows off stunning scenery outside.

With their massive garage doors that open up onto their wrap-around patio, you can have the beauty of an outdoor wedding with the security of the indoors. Shaylin Dopp, Event Director, wants to be the friendly face in the crowd, always ready to help ensure your event is flawless. “More than anything, I want our couples to know that I’m here to help,” states Shay. “Our goal is to support our couples and help them customize their dream wedding. From DIY ideas to picking the perfect food options, they’ll have a solid and supportive team so they can capture their vision and enjoy their day.” The Venues team is ready to help you craft your perfect event to create memories to last a lifetime.

SHAYLIN DOPP EVENT DIRECTOR

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: We’re adding new bistro lighting to the courtyard and our customers are really excited about the additional ambiance and light it will offer.

EXCITED ABOUT: Beyond weddings, we host a variety of events. One of our favorites is hosting lunches for the golf tournaments and corporate parties; we would love to do more of that!

FRESH IDEAS: We want to help our couples create an event that is uniquely them. We have endless ideas on how to capture your vision to make your event extraordinary.

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Every Blooming Thing

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EVERY COUPLE DESERVES a florist with the expertise and creativity to curate an unforgettable wedding. When you’re looking for the perfect team to design custom florals that reflect your unique design, working with the experts at Every Blooming Th ing will ensure your wedding day is exceptionally special. The EBT team, led by industry veteran Robert Upwall, feels honored to be a part of their customers’ extraordinary moments. “What thrills me in this industry is that we have been part of many families’ stories.

We are privileged to be involved in the emotional highs of our clients’ lives and our f loral artistry helps create those lasting, important moments. I love that my team becomes emotionally invested in each event we craft, which inspires me as an owner to work alongside them and appreciate their dedication to the details that make our approach unique and memorable,” explains Upwall. When excellence matters, trust a proven company with more than 39 years of experience to enrich and elevate your significant moments.

ROBERT UPWALL OWNER

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: Every Blooming Thing is a strong supporter of the arts community in Salt Lake and looks forward to this season’s partnerships with Ballet West, Utah Symphony and Opera as well as the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.

EXCITED ABOUT: “We’re excited to venture out of state for events this season and we’re pursuing new creative opportunities such as our new website and ﬂoral subscription service. Our customers can look forward to a simpler way to bring into their homes, events and businesses with our expressive ﬂoral arrangements,” shares Upwall.

FRESH IDEAS: “The flower bar trend is the perfect party favor for your entire guest list that provides an interactive moment at your bridal shower. A bachelorette party can include drinks and a floral bar demonstration by a local designer, making the florals an immersive part of the experience. When it comes to flowers, think outside the vase!”

Are You Not Entertained? Make your celebration one that guests rave about for years to come with activities and tunes for all ages.

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DEPARTMENT | Receptions

(TOP DOWN) PHOTOS BY CLAIRE MARIKA PHOTOGRAPHY, CRAIG WOLFROM PHOTOGRAPHY, CASSANDRA FARLEY PHOTO

ONE-OF-A-KIND RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT can be the cherry on top

of an already memorable occasion. It’s a surefire way to show appreciation to your guests for celebrating with you—and to create an unforgettable wedding experience they’ll buzz about for years to come.

SAY CHEESE (WITH INTENTION) A reception experience and a favor in one? Sign us up. Natalie Allsup-Edwards, founder of The Hand-Drawn Photo Booth, takes a moment of inspiration and turns it into a one-of-a-kind keepsake station for events of all kinds. With Natalie’s vision, The Hand Drawn photo booth delivers both reception entertainment and party favors of the most personalized fashion. From the classic fourpose photo strip to a full-body ‘prom’ portrait, each sitting produces an image capturing memories and artistic flair that add to the day’s guest book as well as the guest’s scrapbook. There is so much laughter and silliness in our ‘photo booth,’” Allsup-Edwards says. “There is an intimacy to it that you don’t get with traditional photo booths— it’s an interesting and unusual experience to share with your guests.”

MAGIC MOMENTS While guests are waiting for their meal or standing in a photo line, why not have the entertainment come to them? Doug Roy is a mentalist who loves to be in the middle of every party. What is a mentalist, you ask? According to Roy, he focuses on “simple tricks of the mind to inspire awe and amazement—no flashy tricks or pulling rabbits out of hats.” Roy’s brand of entertainment is not your typical staged “magic show,” nor does he aim to take away from the big day. Rather, he acts as an accent, to engage your guests when you can’t—often making for fantastic photo opps. “Before I approach guests, they are often on their phones or in their own worlds, not chatting with the people around them,” Roy

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BRING IN THE BAND Utah is home to some of the most talented event entertainers around. More specifically, band agency Utah Live Bands represents more than 50 high-level bands and entertainment groups who add a touch of luxury and musical energy to any wedding, rehearsal dinner or shower. “We are very well connected,” says owner Michael Tobian. “We are an organization run by musicians, so we know how music and crowds work. We know the theory and can speak intelligently on it. We put bands together that will make you forever celebrities in the memories of your wedding guests.”

Whether your event calls for an elegant ceremony quartet, a crooning cocktail combo or the ever-popular reception party band, Utah Live Bands represents the highest level of talent in Utah and beyond, and they have the know-how to get your guests in that celebratory mood. Tobian’s advice for a successful party? Trust your entertainers. “The more flexibility you can give the band, the better,” he says. “Of course we want to know your preferences and favorite songs, but I highly recommend clients give the band the wiggle room to read the crowd, create medleys and mashups and let the music flow.” Making your event as seamless as possible is also high on the priority list. Planners love a simple timeline, and a company like Utah Live Bands is a top choice simply because alongside providing topnotch entertainment, they also have the capabilities to set up stages, audiovisual and lighting for the perfect performance.

MAKE YOUR WEDDING PLAYLIST One of Utah’s Top DJs weighs in on crowd favorites to include on your wedding jam list. DJ Cooper Brown: “GIMME! GIMME! GIMME!” BY ABBA “There are many remixes of this song that add a modern 2025 feel to it, so you can play it between hip hop and pop songs.” “PARTY UP” BY DMX I typically play this song later in the night when the younger crowd is rocking the dance floor. “UNWRITTEN” BY NATASHA BEDINGFIELD This song isn’t overplayed and will create positive vibes as everyone chants the chorus. Talk about a nostalgic pop anthem! “I LOVE IT” BY ICONNA POP I love this song because the first verse is instantly recognizable and it naturally transforms people into the best karaoke version of themselves. “UPTOWN GIRL” BY BILLY JOEL This is one of my favorite ’80s songs for the grandparents, parents and more.

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shares. “After I leave, everyone is always discussing. It’s a catalyst for social engagement, and I love creating a dynamic where guests are all interacting with each other.” For his grand exit at the end of the evening, Roy performs a special reading for the couple, often highlighting their love story, most romantic moments and compatibility. Now that’s weddingday magic!

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DEPARTMENT | Destination Weddings

Weddings Elevated

Access the iconic St. Regis Deer Valley Resort via funicular—the only guest transportation of its kind at a North American ski resort.

FORGET THE EUROPEAN GETAWAYS and

tropical elopements—wanderlust-fueled couples flock to Utah’s diverse regions for their dream destination weddings.

Vegas and Nashville no more. Adventurous brides know that the mountains are the place to be for a truly memorable bachelorette celebration. And what better stop than the luxury mountain hub of Park City, well-known for its unique blend of rustic and refinement? By day, take your maids on any of the area’s iconic hikes or careening down runs on the greatest snow on earth. By night, visit historic Main Street or the vibrant new developments in Kimball Junction for an unforgettable dining experience. For the ultimate alpine escape, bask in all the luxury the mountains have to offer at one of many high-end resorts around town, such as the St. Regis Deer Valley, an oasis of pampering and poise. The St. Regis Spa and restaurants both have impressive menus of indulgences ready to enjoy, and a team of expert concierges is ready to customize your bachelorette weekend, whether you fancy a night on the town at galleries and bars or crave the ultimate resort experience with butler service and champagne sabering.

DOWNTOWN DINING Salt Lake City’s entertainment center has been on the up and up in recent years, with new restaurants and lounges popping up on every corner. If you have guests arriving from out of town, a metropolitan welcome meal is the perfect opportunity to show off the city’s food scene.

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Work with the team at Market Street Grill to craft a welcome menu of fresh seafood fare.

(TOP) PHOTO COURTESY OF ST. REGIS DEER VALLEY, (BOTTOM) MARKET STREET GRILL

PEAK PARTY

The Vintage Room at St. Regis Deer Valley offers luxury lounging among 360-degree views.

(CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) PHOTO COURTESY OF ST. REGIS DEER VALLEY, MARKET STREET GRILL, HOTEL MONACO

Allow the bar pros at Market Street Grill to wow your guests with cocktails as stunning as they are delicious.

Show off the swanky airs of downtown SLC in the sleek interior spaces at Hotel Monaco.

At the renowned Grand America Hotel, A-list pastry chefs dole out delectable desserts, chic brunch favorites and downtown dining delights at the hotel’s newest addition, Laurel Brasserie & Bar. Amid the city’s iconic hotel district, the Hotel Monaco hosts your guests in high style, with custom catering provided by the talented culinary team at the Monaco’s celebrated New American eatery, Bambara. With three locations—downtown, South Jordan and the base of Cottonwood Canyon, Market Street Grill is a prime spot to indulge in for cocktails, celebrating and some of Utah’s freshest seafood fare.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF BLACK DESERT RESORT

DEPARTMENT | Destination Weddings

Utah’s latest and most luxurious resort boasts modern design and beloved red rock vistas year-round.

RED ROCK RECEPTION One of Utah’s newest and most glamorous resorts, Black Desert Resort, hit the St. George scene in autumn of 2024, and is ready to host lavish and adventurous wedding celebrations. Set against Southern Utah’s striking red rock landscapes, Black Desert Resort offers both indoor and outdoor spaces spanning over 45,000 square feet with spaces from elegant ballrooms to picturesque private terraces, tailored to each couple’s vision. Whether you have a grand wedding soirée or an intimate and adventurous micro-wedding on your vision board, the Black Desert team is poised to execute your ideal wedding weekend with style and flexibility.

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While on-site, treat your guests to the pinnacle of Utah’s culinary landscape at one of Black Desert’s high-end dining outlets including: Basalt, an upscale steak and seafood restaurant; Club 73, open-aired and ready for a party; and Oasis bar and grill with a rooftop terrace and stunning views. For an unforgettable fi nale, chat with the planning team to coordinate a nightly drone show viewing to commemorate your nuptial celebration. Talk about a superb sendoff !

In the state’s southern region, fair weather can be found nearly year-round, ready to host your iconic outdoor ceremony and celebrations.

Log Haven has several wedding, private event and reception options to make your special day exactly how you always dreamt it could be.

A dreAm wedding, AmAzing cuisine, & on-site coordinAtion Log Haven, long synonymous with wildflowers, waterfalls and fine canyon dining, is located in a historic log mansion in the Wasatch National Forest. Named “Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.” by USA Today and America’s Most Scenic Restaurants (as featured in Forbes)! Consistently honored with the most national and local awards in the industry

Located just four miles up Millcreek Canyon (3800 S) 20 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City 6451 Mill Creek Canyon Rd Salt Lake City, UT 84109 Call or visit our website: 801-272-8255

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Memorial House Nestled In beautiful Memory Grove Park, Memorial House Is a charming historic venue offering year-round elegance. Rentals provide access to all spaces including a romantic fire-lit main hall, garden room, shaded patio and private lawn. From winter wonderland weddings to sunny summertime ceremonies, Memorial House is the perfect venue for all couples dreaming of a timeless celebration.

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Stillwell Spa Discover Stillwell Spa, where the alpine landscape meets luxury. Located at Snowpine Lodge, the spa features serene treatment rooms, a peaceful grotto, and services tailored for relaxation and rejuvenation, including oxygen therapy. Perfect for wedding parties, bachelorette gatherings, or a pre-celebration escape in Alta’s mountain retreat.

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Emily & Meg VICTORY RANCH, KAMAS SEPTEMBER 15 Planning & Design by GATHERIST Photographs by HEATHER NAN

THE COUPLE College hockey teammates-turned-lovers, Bostonite Emily and Midwest-hailing Meg made the leap from friends to girlfriends two years after graduation. Three years after that, Emily planned a surprise sunset proposal at a family home in Wisconsin over Independence Day weekend. Meg returned the gesture with a post-golf engagement ring later that summer at Kamas’s Victory Ranch, which would later become the setting for their marriage vows.

THE WEDDING The couple decided they wanted to show off their new home state, so they invited nearly two hundred of their loved ones to meet in Kamas for an elegant and organic outdoor wedding nodding to Utah’s mountain landscapes. Stunning textural white florals teamed with thick greenery and a quaint pergola for a setup that perfectly blended with the course, while the bridal party’s green and burnt-orange attire echoed the hues of a mountain sunset. Linens detailed with a subtly topographic grain further echoed Utah’s geography. For their ceremony, both brides wore simple crepe gowns purchased in their hometowns. Emily wore a sleek one-shoulder number and rhinestone belt, while Meg donned an elegant ruched off-the-shoulder look. Rather than traditional heels, the pair wore matching Jimmy Choo sneakers to help them bust a move later in the evening. Their hand-written vows were officiated by a college friend and teammate, and were accompanied by special readings. “We selected readings that spoke more to the gay experience,” shares Meg. “It was important to us to make things tastefully intentional and authentic to us as a couple.”

THE PARTY After the ceremony, guests flocked to a custom-constructed pergola for an upscale family-style dinner of miso marinated cod (a favorite of the couple’s), filet mignon and pasta, with a s’mores station and mini dessert bar to follow. At the bar, Emily and Meg paid homage to their love of skiing with green, blue and black slope-grade inspired cocktails named after their favorite runs at Deer Valley and Loon Mountain resorts. In the clubhouse, Metro Music Club led all the guests as they

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grooved for hours on the intimate dance floor and cheered the newlyweds on in a special choreographed first dance. Rather than hosting a rehearsal dinner the night before the main event, Emily and Meg broke from tradition and opted for a blowout goodbye party instead. Guests reconvened at Victory Ranch the day following the wedding for pickleball and a pool party. Then the couple, clad in stylish white suits, met their friends and family at Kimball Terrace for a country music-backed farewell dinner and dancing. Alongside a funfilled dinner catered by Culinary Crafts, the brides honored their mothers with curated wine selections as the signature beverages.

THE HONEYMOON After the wedding weekend, the couple had a ‘mini-moon’ in Park City, before embarking on a three-week New Zealand adventure a year later.

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Gatherist, gatheristco.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Nan Photography, heathernanphoto.com VENUE: Victory Ranch, victoryranchutah.com FLORAL: Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com RENTALS AND PERGOLA BUILD: Alpine Event Co.,

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CATERING: Victory Ranch, victoryranchutah.com STATIONERY AND SIGNAGE: Twelve30 Creative,

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HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP: Kristen Packard Artistry,

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RECEPTION BAND: Metro Music Club,

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FAREWELL PARTY VENUE: Kimball Terrace,

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FAREWELL PARTY CATERING: Culinary Crafts,

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FAREWELL PARTY BAND: Steven Bosco,

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VIDEOGRAPHY: Ryan Hinman Films,

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VENDORS PLANNING AND FLORAL DESIGN:

La Fête Floral & Events, lafetefloral.com VENUE: Private Residence, Midway PHOTOGRAPHER: Mikki Platt Photography,

mikkiplatt.com CATERER: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com REHEARSAL DINNER CATERER/VENUE:

The Salt Lake City Country Club, saltlakecountryclub.com BRIDE’S ATTIRE: Elena by Sarah Seven via

Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, frankiejane.com GROOM’S ATTIRE: Custom by HM Cole,

hmcole.com STATIONERY SUITE: Abigail Gochnour,

@abigailgochnour SIGNAGE: Sophie Baddley, @s.martinedesign RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent,

diamondevent.com LOUNGE FURNITURE: Decoration, Inc.,

decorationinc.com LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com HAIR: Cassidy Brown, @hairwithcassidy MAKEUP: Sarah Frederick

@sarahfrederickmua BRIDESMAID GOWNS: Urban Outfitters,

urbanoutfitters.com GROOMSMEN SUITS: Lululemon Slacks,

lululemon.com; J.Crew neckties, jcrew.com; Custom Nikes, nike.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Kelani Hill, kelanifilms.com LIGHTING: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com CAKE: Flour & Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com DJ/BAND: Metro Music Club, metromusicclub.com

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Jane & Thomas PRIVATE RESIDENCE, MIDWAY AUGUST 12 Planning & Design by L A FÊTE FLORAL & EVENTS Photographs by MIKKI PL AT T

THE COUPLE Jane and Thomas’s love story began with a meet-cute in elementary school, continuing all the way to “I Do” many years later. In adulthood, in the same finance program at the University of Utah, the spark officially began to grow. Jane told Thomas if he were to propose, she wanted to be surprised. Around Easter 2021, Thomas invited her on a special date to Montage Deer Valley, where she predicted he would propose. But prior to the dinner date, the couple had a quiet afternoon participating in Easter activities with Thomas’s family. While counting Easter eggs, an unsuspecting Jane felt a tap on her shoulder, and turned to find Thomas on one knee. Delighted to have gotten her surprise proposal, she said an enthusiastic “yes.”

THE WEDDING Following a sealing ceremony at the Draper LDS temple, the party moved to Jane’s family cabin in Midway. “[The cabin] is where we went on many of our dates, and where my parents got married,” says Jane, describing the sentimental venue. Jane walked down the aisle in a puff-sleeved Sarah Seven gown from Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, accented by a pearl-studded veil, pearl choker and blue heels. The ring ceremony was officiated by Thomas’s former rugby coach, flanked by a large bridal party, with each bridesmaid clad in a colorful floral gown. A disco garden theme and a lively color palette drove the day’s design, stemming from Jane’s love of the color orange. “I just wanted bright, fun summer colors,” the bride says. Brilliantly-hued bohemian lanterns dangled above vintage lounge furniture and a mix of yellow and blue-striped tables, each topped with a color-bursting bouquet and bounty of fruit. Nearby, party-ready rainbow fringe and disco balls floated over a classic checkered dance floor, where Metro Music Club kept the dance floor moving with classic covers for the first dance and beyond. Come dessert, Thomas and Jane dove into a funfetti cake and a rugby-themed groom’s cake. They made their exit through a cloud of sparklers, on their way to a Laguna Beach honeymoon.

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Anna & Wesley THE COUPLE High school sweethearts Anna and Wesley reconnected later in life, while each on a visit home for their siblings’ graduations. Following seven years of dating bliss (plus three years of long distance), Wesley began to hatch a plan for a surprise proposal. On a Jackson Hole anniversary trip, he asked Anna to join him for a morning hike and fishing trip. “I was caught by complete surprise when he got down on one knee with the sunrise pouring over the Tetons behind us,” says Anna.

THE WEDDING Anna’s parents call Park City home, and the allure of Stein Eriksen Lodge drew this couple in with scenic vistas and the romantic warmth of its classic ski hotel atmosphere—perfect for their cozy winter wedding. A black-tie affair inspired by Dutch Masters paintings, every vignette was adorned with rich pink, red and mauve florals, beginning with the ceremony altar. Twin floral pillars pulled shades from an alpine sunset, all nestled against spindling dried foliage, allowing the installation to blend with and celebrate the scenic backdrop off the Stein patio. French-blue gowned bridesmaids carried petite posy bouquets, while warmed by elegant fur wraps. Anna arrived on scene in the Gables gown by Australian designer Georgia Young, smitten with the flowing fabric and asymmetrical design. Custom teardrop earrings by Shay Fox Jewelry complemented an heirloom sapphire bracelet belonging to Anna’s grandmother. She and Wesley were married by Reverend Elizabeth McVicker of the Park City Community Church during a ceremony filled with special bible readings and a unity braid now on display in the couple’s home. Once indoors, the palette darkened, drawing from the still lifes that inspired Anna’s wedding vision. Candles across every surface complemented the cozy, warm wood interior of the lodge, and bespoke chandeliers delivered elegance and festivity in honor of the New Year’s Eve wedding date.

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STEIN ERIKSEN LODGE, PARK CITY DECEMBER 31 Planning & Design by CANVAS WEDDINGS & EVENTS Photographs by WHITNEY HUNT PHOTOGRAPHY

THE PARTY After dining on a curated menu featuring sea bass and bison, 175 guests hit the dance floor, rocking alongside Gold Standard Music and DJ, who kept the party going well past midnight. Guests performed surprise covers of favorite songs, and the newlyweds shared their first dance to a classic Andy Williams tune, “Love is a Many Splendored Thing.” Just before cutting into their champagne and apricot cake, the couple shared handmade Christmas Crackers with their guests. These gifts from the bride honor a longtime family tradition, and everyone cracked them together in celebration of the winter holiday. THE HONEYMOON Little Dix Bay in the British Virgin Islands hosted Anna and Wesley on their post-nuptial getaway.

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Canvas Weddings & Events,

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VENUE: Stein Eriksen Lodge, steinlodge.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Whitney Hunt Photography, whitneyhuntphotography.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Ryan Hinman Films, ryanhinmanfilms.com FLORIST: Amber Reverie, amberreverie.com CATERING AND BAR SERVICE: Stein Eriksen Lodge,

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REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE: Rime Wine Vault, St.

Regis Deer Valley, srdvdining.com

STATIONERY SUITE: Scriptura New Orleans, scriptura.com WEDDING GOWN: Georgia Young, georgiayoungcouture.com FAUX FUR WRAPS: Sissily Designs, sissily.com BRIDE’S SHOES: Stuart Wiseman, stuartweitzman.com; Margaux, margauxny.com SUITS: The Black Tux, theblacktux.com BRIDESMAID’S GOWNS: Jenny Yoo, jennyyoo.com;

Bella Bridesmaids, bellabridesmaids.com

CHRISTMAS CRACKERS: Olde English Crackers,

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SIGNAGE AND SEATING CHART: Made by Jen,

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RENTALS: Wasatch AV, wasatchav.com; Wild Event

Studio, wildeventstudio.com; Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com

LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP ARTIST: Kristen Packard Artistry,

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RECEPTION MUSIC: Gold Standard Band and DJ,

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TRANSPORTATION: Snow Country Limousine,

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VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Michelle Leo Events,

michelleleoevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Pepper Nix, peppernix.com VENUE: River Bottoms Ranch, riverbottomsranch.com FLORIST: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com BAR SERVICE: Top Shelf Utah, topshelfutah.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com LOUNGE FURNITURE: Apex Furniture Rentals,

apexluxuryfurniturerental.com LIGHTING: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com GOWN: Pronovias via Idina Bride Seattle, idinabride.com SUIT: Armani via Nordstrom, nordstrom.com BRIDESMAID’S GOWNS: Jenny Yoo, jennyyoo.com GROOMSMEN SUITS: The Black Tux, theblacktux.com HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackard.com CAKE: cake. by Alessandra, cakeut.com CEREMONY/COCKTAIL MUSIC: String Love Quartet,

stringlove.com RECEPTION BAND: Groove Merchants, groovemerchantsutah.com TRANSPORTATION: Snow Country Limousine,

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Washington, he got down on one knee at the picturesque Lake Serene, where the sound of epically crashing snow melt applauded Claire’s exuberant ‘yes.’

THE WEDDING Informed by their love of mountain views, Claire and Sam tied the knot at River Bottoms Ranch, just minutes from Claire’s parent’s home in Deer Crest. Working with Michelle Leo Events, the couple crafted a one-of-a-kind event design they dubbed “mountain chic.” Claire’s favorite green hues made appearances in bridesmaid’s gowns, table linens, paper suites and more, acting as a landscape-inspired foundation for floral arrangements popping with blue and orange blooms. Florals lined both aisle and altar, welcoming Claire’s wedding day debut in a mermaid-cut, glitter-encrusted Pronovias gown, while Sam dressed in a navy blue Armani suit. Sam’s sister officiated an emotional ceremony, accented with readings by close friends and Jewish traditions in honor of Sam’s heritage. In the venue’s stunning indoor-outdoor reception space, each guest was greeted with a whimsical charger and elegant orange orchid marking their seat. A raw bar and passed hors d’oeuvres kicked off the party, as the bar served custom cocktails: Sam’s “River Bottoms-Up” Negroni and the “Un Campari-ble Claire.”

Claire & Sam RIVER BOTTOMS RANCH, MIDWAY SEPTEMBER 17 Planning & Design by MICHELLE LEO EVENTS Photographs by PEPPER NIX

THE COUPLE Claire and Sam grew up mere miles from each other in Chicago but didn’t meet until much later in life when Bumble came calling. The pair adventured together for a little over three years before Sam decided to take things to the next level. While exploring in

THE PARTY Following dinner (complete with a classic Utah-inspired menu) came an evening packed with music by Groove Merchants. Sam and Claire showed off their dance lesson skills to “I Found You” by Alabama Shakes, and no Jewish-heritage wedding is complete without a resounding Hora. “With the blur of people and everyone smiling in celebration of our wedding, that Hora was one of the most fun things I’ve ever done,” Sam says. THE HONEYMOON A few days after their mountain nuptials, Sam and Claire set off on yet another adventure to a scuba getaway in Fiji, followed by a ryokan retreat in Japan.

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Katie & Brian PENDRY PARK CITY FEBRUARY 24 Planning & Design by FUSE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS Photographs by HEATHER NAN

THE COUPLE Soon after moving to Utah with her son, Katie met Brian on a dating app. After a few years of phone calls, first dates and falling in love, Katie was headed to Brian’s house for a relaxed evening of comfort and Thai food. To her surprise, she arrived to find Brian on one knee in the kitchen, playing their favorite George Strait song as he popped the question. THE WEDDING “The Pendry is totally cool and totally us,” says Katie of their venue. “A little minimalist, a little fancy and a lot of fun.” For their ceremony, glistening gold chairs lined Pendry’s modern ballroom, leading to a fireplace altar flanked by cascading white florals for an elegant, contemporary look. The modern minimal design continued onto candlelit, gold-edged reception tables, each with towering table arrangements dripping with orchids. Custom draping and chandeliers transformed the ballroom into an exquisite reception space. Accompanied by her father, Katie walked down the aisle in a strapless Kelly Faetanini gown, featuring sheer back paneling and buttons from shoulder to hem. Her accessories flawlessly customized her bridal ensemble, including a pearl-lined veil, matching Jimmy Choo platforms and edgy mismatched Swarovski and pearl earrings. At the end of the aisle, Brian waited in a sleek navyand-black Hugo Boss suit. Brian’s daughter Paris and Katie’s son Blake acted as ring bearers when the time came, symbolizing the creation of their new family.

THE PARTY At the reception, guests enjoyed a dinner of beef tenderloin and salmon, with fresh salad and gold-leaf macarons bookending the main course. After the ceremony, Katie changed into a gold-and-pearl-dusted mini dress by Alice + Olivia, while the bar dished out “McCoy Mules,” and Maryland-based DJ WHITE spun music effortlessly for the dance floor. The couple performed their first dance to the same tune that accompanied their engagement: “Give It All We Got Tonight” by George Strait. Katie danced with her

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father to Alan Jackson’s “You’ll Always Be My Baby,” and all mothers and sons in attendance joined for a dance to “Thought You Should Know” by Morgan Wallen.

THE HONEYMOON After the ski vacation festivities, the happy couple embarked on a honeymoon to Aruba. “We are already planning a trip back!”

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Fuse Weddings & Events,

fuseweddingsandevents.com VENUE AND CATERING: Pendry Park City,

pendry.com/park-city PHOTOGRAPHER: Heather Nan Photography,

heathernanphoto.com FLORIST: Decoration, Inc., decorationinc.com REHEARSAL DINNER VENUE: Billy Blancos,

billyblancos.com BRIDE’S ATTIRE: Kelly Faetanini via Alta Moda

Bridal, altamodabridal.com GROOM’S ATTIRE: Hugo Boss, hugoboss.com STATIONERY SUITE: Minted, minted.com SIGNAGE: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com RENTALS: All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com LINENS: Nuage Fine Linens, nuagedesigns.com HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP ARTIST: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackard.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Chris McClain Productions,

cmcclainproductions.com CAKE: Flour & Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com DJ/BAND: DJ Justin White, jwhiteproductions.com TRANSPORTATION: Snow Country Limousine, snowcountrylimo.com PHOTO BOOTH: ADM Productions, admdj.com

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VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Hoopes Events,

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VENUE AND CATERING: The Grand America Hotel,

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PHOTOGRAPHY: Nicole Aston Photography,

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FLORIST: Intertwined Floral, intertwinedfloral.com GOWN: Berta Bridal, berta.com TUXEDOS: Nordstrom, nordstrom.com STATIONERY AND SIGNAGE: Minted, minted.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com;

Grander Events, granderevents.com

DJ: DeeJay Al, deejayal.com

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Cima & Paymon THE GRAND AMERICA HOTEL, SALT LAKE CITY SEPTEMBER 2 Planning & Design by HOOPES EVENTS Photographs by NICOLE ASTON

THE COUPLE Cima and Paymon met by chance when they both picked up pharmacy shifts at their local hospital, where they each caught the other’s eye but at the time weren’t more than acquaintances. Later, the pair reconnected after discovering that their brothers were good friends. Acting as the perfect wingmen, those brothers brought the two lovebirds together, and the rest was history. After a couple years of dating, Paymon invited Cima to a “work dinner” at Red Butte Garden. Spoiler alert: His invitation was really a ruse for a beautiful garden proposal. Surprised but elated, Cima said “yes.”

THE WEDDING Fixed on an elegant and princess-worthy event, Cima selected the stunning grounds and ballrooms of The Grand America Hotel as the setting for her early September wedding. The festivities began outdoors in the Grand’s gardens for a traditional Persian wedding ceremony. Dressed in a shining, form-fitted gown with draping off-shoulder sleeves, Cima joined her groom-to-be (clad in a black tuxedo and white-accented bow tie) at their wedding table, known as a sofreh aghd, piled high with symbolic items of their life together. Framed by a bursting arch of white and blush blooms, mothers and other family members sprinkled sugar over the couple to welcome a life of sweetness. The party moved indoors to the resplendent ballrooms of the classic hotel, where a tried-and-true palette of white, gold and rosy pink welcomed guests to the reception. The wedding party dined on steak, salmon, red velvet cake and a pastry bar, all catered by The Grand, before hitting the dance floor. Led by Persian-American DeeJay Al, guests danced long into the night to a playlist of perfectly mixed dance hits and Persian classics. From David Guetta and “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” to “Faghat Ba To Eshgham” by Shadmehr, every musical moment had the party stomping to the beat. To wrap up the celebrations, Cima and Paymon entertained with a traditional knife dance before their cake cutting and the crowd favorite gol bereez, or flower toss. After their royalty-ready wedding, the newlyweds embarked on an equally luxurious Italian honeymoon.

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THE COUPLE Jordan was instantly enamored with Emma when they met in graduate school, but it would take a full six months before Emma would discover her mutual interest. The pair dated for five and a half years when Jordan began crafting the perfect proposal. Weeks of planning—including sneakily testing a 3D-printed mock-up of his custom-designed ring on a sleeping Emma—culminated in a romantic dinner at Log Haven, where Jordan serenaded Emma with “Wild Love” by James Bay. Emma could not have been more sure of her decision to say “yes!” Emma and Jordan felt conflicted about whose last name they would take. “It didn’t feel right to either one of us to erase the other’s identity,” Emma shares. After much creative discussion, they landed on the name “June,” which tied into several facets of their story from the engagement ring designer, June Rings, to Juno being the Goddess of Marriage. “It felt perfectly meant to be,” Emma laughs. “Like the universe was winking at us for discovering the path that was ours all along.”

THE WEDDING Emma and Jordan tied the knot at La Caille in Sandy. The venue’s fairytale vibe drew the couple in, but the resident peacocks sealed the deal. “They happen to be the symbol of Queen Juno,” says Emma. Leaning into La Caille’s nature-driven design, a sweet and colorful garden party took center stage. Mille Fleur Design dressed the outdoor ceremony space and atrium reception room with swaths of pastel-hued florals, and checkered linens adorned high tops for added flair. As guests entered the ceremony, they were asked to bring items with sentimental value to display—everything from cookbooks and photos to dolls and clothing. Floating down the aisle in a stunning off-shoulder mermaid gown from The Bridal Studio, Emma met her betrothed. Known to pull off his own fashion statements, Jordan donned a custom metallic blue silk suit designed by Olga Assayah, inspired by an iconic Timothee Chalamet red carpet look.

Emma & Jordan LA CAILLE, SANDY MAY 20 Planning & Design by IRENE + CO. EVENTS Photographs by PHOTOS BY GAYLE

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THE PARTY Inside La Caille’s grand atrium, tropical greenery and hanging lanterns created a vibrant backdrop. To kick off the celebrations, the couple distributed a custom newspaper dubbed The June Tribune, which gave guests an inside look at their new last name. As guests found their seats, they were also greeted with mini canvases and painting supplies. After enjoying speeches and feasting on dinner catered by Magleby’s, the wedding revelers danced the night away with DJ Russ Powell.

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Irene + Co,

irenecoevents.com VENUE: La Caille, lacaille.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Photos by Gayle,

photosbygayle.net VIDEOGRAPHER: Haley Bateman,

haleybateman.com FLORIST: Mille Fleur Design, millefleurdesign.com CATERING: Magleby’s, maglebys.com STATIONERY SUITE: Polite Paper, politepaper.com WEDDING GOWN: The Bridal Studio,

thebridalstudioutah.com GROOM’S ATTIRE: Olga Assayah,

zaiyacollection.com TREE RENTALS: Lilly & Iris, lillyandiris.co LINENS, CHARGERS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Katie Hoskins CAKE: Cakes de Fleur, cakesdefleur.com DJ: Powell Weddings and Events, powellwe.com CONTENT CREATOR: BachD, @bachdddd BTS VIDEOGRAPHY: Tanner Castro Films,

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VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: La Fête Floral & Events,

lafetefloral.com VENUE: Private Residence PHOTOGRAPHER: Mikki Platt Photography,

mikkiplatt.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Sarah Hunter FLORIST: La Fête Floral & Events, lafetefloral.com CATERING AND BAR SERVICE: Hidden Valley

Country Club, hiddenvalley.cc STATIONERY SUITE AND SIGNAGE: Sophie Baddley,

@s.martinedesign WEDDING GOWN: Anne Barge, annebarge.com, via Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, frankiejane.com BRIDE’S SHOES: Nina Shoes, ninashoes.com GROOM’S ATTIRE: Nordstrom, nordstrom.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Marisa Rose, marisarosemph.com CAKE: Lustr Creative, lustrcreative.com RECEPTION MUSIC: Strings of Elegance,

stringsofelegance.com; Zak Osmond, zosmond.com LIVE ILLUSTRATOR: Mallory Clinger,

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THE COUPLE Lucy and Mitch met each other on a group date. The only problem—they were on different dates. Cut to 2023 and the stars finally aligned when Mitch asked Lucy out for the first time. Six love-fi lled months later, the couple was visiting New York when, on a walk through Central Park, Mitch surprised Lucy and popped the big question. She responded with an emphatic “yes!”

THE WEDDING Mitch and Lucy were sealed in the Draper Temple. After the sealing, the wedding goers headed back to Lucy’s parent’s home for a grand backyard reception. The estate transformed into a French countryside cottage and was infused with pops of powder blue against white linen, accented with lush greenery. Making her second wedding debut of the day, Lucy entered the reception in a demure Anne Barge ball gown adorned with silk floral brocade. The bride adored the gown so much that flowery motifs mimicking her gown made appearances in the stationary and signage as well. The bridal look was completed with classic white trimmed veil from Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, peep-toe kitten heels and simple pearl stud earrings.

THE PARTY

Lucy & Mitch PRIVATE RESIDENCE, DRAPER JUNE 8 Planning & Design by L A FÊTE FLORAL & EVENTS Photographs by MIKKI PL AT T

Live floral garlands and decorative calligraphy lent an air of resplendency to the design, while a sweeping banquet table became a feast for the eyes framed with lush green arches and shimmering crystal chandeliers. A live string quartet set a romantic tone reminiscent of a regency-era soirée. Keeping with her passion for the arts, Lucy also hired live illustrators to capture the magic of the evening. The wedding day menu consisted of French favorites— crêpes and pomme frites—served from adorable vendor carts. Guests also enjoyed a decadent dessert table piled high with macarons, pistachio cream puffs and more. When it came time to slice the cake, Lucy and Mitch cut into a classic two-tiered blue-and-white gateau. The top layer was a rosemary olive oil cake frosted with lemon curd, fresh raspberry and whipped ricotta buttercream. A vanilla bean cake with bourbon syrup, salted caramel and shortbread crumble made up the sugary-sweet bottom layer. After eating their fi ll of French sweets, the guests took to the dance floor, where tunes by Zak Osmond had them dancing into the evening. Lucy donned her fi nal look, a silk number by Ciao Lucia, and made her way through a sparkler-lit exit, hand in hand with her new husband. The couple made a smart getaway in a vintage blue Porsche and continued their post-nuptial celebrations during their Cancun honeymoon.

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Happily Ever After To foster a totally unique wedding experience, Irene + Co Events encourages couples to infuse their personal love stories into every moment. Planning & Design by IRENE + CO EVENTS Photographs by ASHLEE BROOKE PHOTOGRAPHY

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WEDDINGS AND THEIR DESIGNS ALIKE ARE BECOMING INCREASINGLY MORE INTENTIONAL THESE DAYS, and Utah’s top-notch pros are celebrating.

Setting the scene at The Blake in Provo, Utah, wedding planner Irene Katzias imagines a couple’s perfectly personalized big day.

TELL YOUR STORY Was your fi rst date a coﬀee-and-macarons meetup? Present each guest with a macaron at their place setting. Did you have your engagements taken among the spring cherry blossoms? Allow that vignette to inspire your invitation suite, like this pretty-in-pink paper set by Polite Paper, which establishes a delicate floral theme echoed on the wedding-day table. “I wanted to show couples how they can infuse their own character into every element of their day,” says Katzias. “When you put a little more detail into the design, it keeps guests more engaged. Rather than seeing the day as just an event, your wedding becomes a representation of your love story that they are invited into.” In the case of this fantasy bride, Irene and the vendor team leaned into a contemporary garden-girl daydream, encapsulating the personality of a feminine, nature-loving gal.

MODERN FEMININITY It all began with a vibrant palette of pastels—lavender, blush and pale blue—which floral designer Brontë Baird transformed into a glorious garden landscape. A teardrop-shaped floral arch serves as a backdrop for the couple’s ceremony, reception, welcome and beyond. At the table, cascading petals and a whimsical rose chandelier bring the garden setting to life. Instead of the ever-popular minimal white cake, this team pushed for full-on femininity with a decadent monogrammed confection, all wrapped in an elegant bow. Two fun-loving gowns from Boda Bridal clad this girl’s girl bride. The first is a rose-colored vision of modern romance. A tradition-bucking lace bralette teams with butterfly applique atop a multitude of tulle, creating a statement-making bridal ensemble. “I didn’t think this bride would actually wear white,” Katzias said. “When I came across this gown, I knew it was her.” For the fun-filled reception, she changes to floraldecked, flouncing mini dress for dancing and drinks. Both looks are accented with charm-packed shoes by She is Cheval, neither skimping on extra bling.

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VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Irene + Co Events,

irenecoevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Ashlee Brooke Photography,

ashleebrooke.com VENUE: The Blake, theblakevenue.com FLORAL: Brontë’s Florals, brontesflorals.com PAPER SUITE: Polite Paper, politepaper.com GOWN: Boda Bridal, bodabridal.com SUIT: Generation Tux, generationtux.com SHOES: She is Cheval, sheischeval.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Beauty by Reese,

beautybyreese.com MODELS: Arach Aromi and Jaden Vaughn RENTALS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com BAR AND COCKTAILS: Mecca Bar Co.,

meccabarco.com DJ: Powell Weddings and Events, powellwe.com CHANDELIER: Moonlight Utah, moonlightutah.com CAKE: Cakes de Fleur, cakesdefleur.com PASTRIES: Dionne’s Bakery, dionnesbakery.com

IMMERSE YOUR GUESTS “I’m loving the shift toward personality and intention in wedding plans lately,” Katzias gushes, adding that intentionality only enhances the guest experience. Speaking of reception fun, consider your bar experience. First and foremost, signature cocktails are another intuitive way to bring your own unique dynamic to your wedding activities. How do they look? What flavors resonate with you? Here, organic accents complement both the flavor of the drinks, as well as the nature-loving vibe of this imagined bride. Similarly, the architectural structure of the bar, with green siding pulling the darker tones of the floral design, speaks to a masculine moment any groom can embrace. Let your own interests and loves guide you to plan an enticingly personalized menu. Maybe even bring your pet into the mix with a drink tribute. At the end of the night, let that personality run wild. Let a DJ like Russ Powell bring the energy with a customizable playlist and cold sparks on the dance floor to ensure a killer after party on your special day.

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Mountain Majesty

Western-inspired wedding design takes a luxurious spin at High West Distillery. St yling by KRISTIN SPEAR, SOIRÉE PRODUCTIONS Floral Design by HARVEST FLORAL COMPANY Photographs by ELISHA BRAITHWAITE

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EXPERIENCE THE CHARM OF THE WILD WEST and the allure of high luxury in one fell swoop with rich color and delicate touches in an idyllic rustic venue.

THE INTRO Kick off your wedding mood by showing your signature style in paper form. Carefully crafted by La Madeleine Studio, this perfectly matched paper suite employs a pronounced palette, elegant typography and landscapeinspired patterns to capture a beautiful balance between desert rustic and feminine luxury. The suite boasts an abundance of rich greens and deep tans, mirroring the verdant palette of Utah’s summer landscapes. Raw-edged paper invokes visions of handwritten love letters, echoed in a collection of vintage stamps on each personalized envelope. Th is bold foundation, adorned with dainty ribbons and coyly floraled illusion coverlets, tells guests to expect an adventure of an event, infused with all the pomp of wedding elegance.

DESERT INSPIRATION When it comes to a mountain-magic wedding dinner, your event’s design can capture the allure of an

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ABOVE: The invitation suite is the ideal medium by which to introduce guests to your personal wedding style. For this upscale western theme, La Madeleine Studio marries old west with high fashion, courtesy of rich colors and feminine accents.

iconic view and natural setting before guests even glance outside. “I was inspired by High West’s rustic charm and high-mountain desert landscape,” says wedding planner Kristin Spear of Soirée Productions, who curated this stunning vignette. “I wanted to mirror those natural textures in the linens and table settings.” Utah-inspired textures inform every detail, with beds of salt supporting slender tapered candles, sleek iron chairs providing a strong base and a simple patterned linen giving an ode to the Wild West. Effortless florals appear to be sprouting directly from the table’s center, a magical moment repeated in the ceremony design, where rust, blush and gold blooms burst from every open space, nearly transporting the scene right into a mountainside meadow.

VENDORS PLANNING AND TABLE DESIGN: Soirée Productions,

soireeproductions.com VENUE: High West Distillery, Wanship, highwest.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Elisha Braithwaite, elishabraithwaite.com FLORIST: Harvest Floral Company, harvestfloralcompany.com GOWN: Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, frankiejane.com SUIT: Smith Bespoke, smithbespoke.com

JEWELRY: Wilson Diamonds,

wilsondiamonds.com MODELS: Jade and Christian Chavez STATIONERY AND SIGNAGE: La Madeleine

Studio, lamadeleinestudio.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent,

diamondevent.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Kali Chris, kalichris.com

HIGH WEST FASHION The ceremony’s subtle color scheme echoes that natural beauty, while allowing this couple’s high-fashion attire to have its own moment. A sleek blue suit garbs the groom, inviting a touch of classic formality to the wedding vision. The bride’s ensemble is a brilliant ode to cowgirl-chic, but with a highfashion twist: Intricate ruching and high-gloss accessories marry with rough hems and a corseted bodice to deliver the best of both worlds.

CHEERS! During cocktail hour, simplicity and elegance abound, allowing the focus to be on the experience: a High West whiskey tasting full of the flavors of the state. Setting the mood, greenery and delicate blooms erupt from a stone mantel, appearing as native as can be. Bud vases add pops of color to each cocktail table, while on the bar, a customized whiskey bottle flanked by cascading tulips delivers a dose of personality to the celebration.

1. Delicate ruching on both sleeve and bodice delivers mountains of texture to the bridal gown. 2. A personalized, hand-painted whiskey bottle—what a keepsake from a oneof-a-kind day. 3. Hand-painted accent plates match wildly-sprouting floral arrangements along the tablescape. 4. Mountain meadow florals bloom from every opening along the ceremony aisle. 5. An intimate dinner scene looks out over the majesty of High West Distillery’s unforgettable vistas.

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MONOCHROME MAGIC A classically curated palette brings bonus color to the views at Sundance Resort. Planning & Design by BELLE BODAS EVENTS Photographs by MEGAN ROBINSON

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WHEN DESIGNING A WEDDING VIGNETTE, SELECTING ENDURINGLY BEAUTIFUL DETAILS IS A MUST for a wedding

gallery that stands up to the test of time. With the help of seasoned pros, planner Braelynn Tuitupou of Belle Bodas Events crafts a wedding dinner design that checks the boxes of both trendy and timeless.

TABLE TRAIN Serpentine tables at the wedding dinner are a trend we just can’t get enough of, delivering a sense of playful attention to detail not just in the florals and finishes, but also in the furnishings themselves. These interconnected rounds add movement and interest to this tablescape, while also creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere for guests. “Imagine sitting at a table where you can easily chat with those next to you, yet still feel immersed in a lively and beautiful setting,” says Tuitupou.

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ONE HUE TO RULE THEM ALL Even with a classic monochrome palette of ivory, green and black, this event’s florals are anything but traditional. Eruptions of soft greenery, verdant floral selections and surprising accents such as fruit and familiar plated greens visually connect all the tables. Arranged with the whimsical floral vision of Harvest Floral Co., every position feels like its own experience. Striking black place settings anchor each seat at the edge of the table, and graceful black iron and wicker chairs bring the beauty and originality of the tables’ designs together in full force.

HARMONIOUS DETAIL Every element of the wedding day should feel united: a true reflection of a couple’s personality. Here, the elements are carefully designed to flow with one another, right down to

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Belle Bodas Events,

bellebodasandevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Megan Robinson Photography,

meganrobinsonphoto.com FLORAL: Harvest Floral Company,

harvestfloralcompany.com VENUE: Sundance Resort, sundanceresort.com DRESS: The Bridal Studio, thebridalstudioutah.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com CONTENT CREATOR: Bachd, @bachdddd CAKE: Event Cakes by Han, eventcakesbyhan.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Cally Films, @callyfilms MODEL: Marikh Mathias, @maroosworld HAIR: Create on Location, createonlocation.com MAKEUP: Samantha J, makeupbysamanthaj.com

the seemingly simple wedding cake. Wrapped in delicate sheets of rippling white fondant, the cake’s finish mimics the elegant pleats of the wedding gown. Even the mountain venue’s views are honored by the subtle color shifts within each floral arrangement, allowing this wedding to nestle perfectly into the natural backdrop around it. “One of my favorite moments was capturing the bride at the top of Sundance’s mountains,” says Tuitupou. “With the lush greenery behind her and the peaks framing the scene, each shot was absolutely breathtaking.

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FOREVER LOVE Immerse yourself in a romantic wedding scene at Utah’s newest fine art venue on UVU’s campus. Planning & Design by BRIT T WARNICK DESIGNS Photographs by MEGAN ROBINSON PHOTO AND

PHOTO BY JACKIE SIGGARD

JACKIE SIGGARD PHOTO & VIDEO

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ELEGANT FLORALS, INNOVATIVE PLACE SETTINGS AND DELIGHTFUL DETAILS transform Utah Valley

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University Museum of Art’s courtyard into a scene plucked straight from a wedding dream.

GATHER AROUND Rather than choosing a traditional altar setup, many couples are leaning toward a more interactive experience. In this magical scene set against the picturesque, European manor facade of the UVU MOA, guests are surrounded by a beautiful botanical garden as the couple exchanges vows in a circular ceremony arrangement that puts the lovers at center stage. Rich ruby and caramel florals radiate from the main event, immersing each guest in the day’s breathtaking scene.

ALL IN THE DETAILS Elegance is infused into every moment of this dreamy design, thanks to the distinctive details planted by the pros on site. Personalized fans direct the dinner’s seating chart, where expertly ruched linen delivers rich texture to the tabletops. Among hand-crafted blossoming trees, a stunningly sculptural cake matches organically molded chargers and flatware to continue the nature-driven theme along each tablescape.

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(7, 8, 10) PHOTOS BY JACKIE SIGGARD; (6, 9) PHOTOS BY MEGAN ROBINSON

IGNITE THE NIGHT Capture the beauty of Utah’s iconic sunsets, and ignite your wedding dinner with dusky dreams. Rich twilight tones set the stage for speeches and the welcoming of guests. Then transition to glowing candlelight, evoking a sense of sultry mystery that concludes the evening. Teaming with traditional tapers and votives, gilded lanterns add luxury and extra sparkle to the scene.

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Britt Warnick Designs,

brittwarnickdesigns.com FLORALS AND DESIGN: Lilly and Iris,

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PHOTOGRAPHY: Megan Robinson Photo,

meganrobinsonphoto.com; Jackie Siggard Photo & Video, jackiesiggardphotography.com VENUE: Utah Valley University Museum of Art, uvu.edu/museum

MODEL: Becca and Carson Gordon,

@‌beccers_gordon @carson_ p03

GOWN: Versailles Atelier Bridal, va-bridal.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Lexi Harker, blushingbeautiesco.com CAKE: Aspen Cake Design, aspencakedesign.com RENTALS: All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com;

White Loft Event Rental, whiteloftevents.com INVITATION SUITE: Anthology Print,

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HAND PAINTED ITEMS AND SIGNAGE: La

Madeleine Studio, lamadeleinestudio.com JEWELRY: J. Brooks Jewelers, jbrooksjewelers.com SHOES: Bella Belle, bellabelleshoes.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Runaway Vows, runawayvows.com

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Create Your Dream Wedding Ceremony With Apex Event Furniture Rentals. Contact Apex Event Furniture Rentals in Salt Lake City, UT, today. Our extensive range of high-quality furniture and decor, combined with our expert service, ensures that your special day is perfect in every way.

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Sweet Sensations This season, we celebrate a return to the eye-catching wedding cake. Let these sweet sculptures inspire you to make your menu’s finale an absolute showstopper. by MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW Photography by K ATE OSBORNE St yled by MARIANNE HUNT, MILLE FLEUR DESIGN

SLEEK AND SIMPLE Towering branches and a minimal acrylic stand offer a beautifully stark contrast to classic white tiers. Design by Cake by Alessandra.

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KEEP IT CLASSIC Victorian brides, welcome! All the vintage vibes of whimsical wedding dreams are swept up in this cake’s tradition-celebrating piping and subtle color, accented by a burst of magenta florals and fruit accessories. Cake by Salt Cake City.

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BRIDAL WHITES A petaled halo of luxurious white roses marries beautifully with hand-piped rosettes. Cake by Cake by Alessandra.

CENTERPIECE Too often is the wedding cake delegated to an obscure corner away from the action. Bring it center stage with a family-style sheet cake, adorned with pressed florals to match any flower arrangements. Cake by Salt Cake City.

PETAL PERFECT Let your last bite lean into your wedding day design, and incorporate all the colors, textures and florals that grace your tables, attire and beyond. Cake by Salt Cake City. WINTER WONDERLAND Embrace the cool colors and subtle sparkle of a winter wedding palette with a pretty powder-blue pastry accented with frosty foliage. Cake by Salt Cake City.

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GARDEN AROMA The smell of fresh herbs fills the air around this cottage-chic design from Cake by Alessandra. Deep red tomatoes accent palette-knife petals, for gardeninspired goodness from every angle.

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MEADOW MOMENT Give your dessert the backdrop it deserves: an explosion of florals and foliage accents a sleek design by Flour and Flourish.

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ALL THE STOPS Nothing truly says “dessert” quite like seven tiers of wedding cake magic. Fondant tufting, hand-piped details and layers of glitter deliver all the glitz to this design by Cake by Alessandra.

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FEMININE GLOW Bring on the ruffles—rice paper pleats adorn this stunningly modern design, fit for a garden reception, statehouse ceremony and everything in between. Cake by Cake by Alessandra.

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GILDED AGE

Embrace a caramel glow with a gold-brushed design for added color and glamor to your wedding design. This cake by Cake by Alessandra delivers elegance in spades.

A WORK OF ART Rice paper sails and gold leaf add sculptural flair to a gallery-worthy cake by Salt Cake City.

VENDORS PHOTOGRAPHY: Kate Osborne Photography, kateosbornephotography.com STYLING AND FLORAL: Mille Fleur Design, millefleurdesign.com VENUE: Twenty & Creek, twentyandcreek.com RENTALS AND LINENS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com CAKES: cake. by Alessandra, cakeut.com; Salt Cake City, saltcakecity.com;

Flour & Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com

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HIT THE LIGHTS Yards and yards of bridal beauty are pleated up in this gossamer silk gown by Sarah Seven. Gown #8, SEPT by Sarah Seven; O.C. Tanner Collection Round Eternity diamond band; O.C. Tanner Collection Estella diamond ring; Sethi Couture diamond eternity band; Sethi Couture Round diamond eternity band; Earrings via The Bridal Studio.

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LEADING Confidently step into your wedding day spotlight wearing a Hollywoodworthy designer gown.

Lady by MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

Photographs by BL AKE HOGGE

Gowns Available via THE BRIDAL STUDIO .

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GLORIOUS GLAMOUR Hip-hugging satin screams both starlet and stunning bride when paired with striking red lips and dripping jewels from Vivienne Westwood. JC gown by Katherine Tash; Sethi Couture Emma Princess Cut band; Rahaminov Emerald Cut diamond ring with halo; Sethi Couture Pave diamond band; Sethi Couture Heritage diamond band; Vivienne Westwood necklaces and earrings via The Bridal Studio.

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DOUBLE DUTY The overskirt is the ultimate bridal tool to maximize the wow-power of your trousseau. Go full drama with a flowing skirt for the vows, then shed the outer layers and let lace loose for reception festivities. Torrens gown, Chosen by Kyha; Kwiat Cushion diamond band; Kwiat Five Stone Ashoka diamond ring; Earrings via The Bridal Studio.

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LARGER THAN LIFE A princess-primed ballgown is just the ticket for a showstopping bridal ensemble. Here, luxurious taffeta erupts from the ever-regal basque waist of the Miles gown designed by Chosen by Kyha. Miles gown, Chosen by Kyha; Rahaminov Emerald Cut diamond ring, Sethi Couture Heritage diamond band; Pearl studs via The Bridal Studio.

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VENDORS PHOTOGRAPHY: Blake Hogge, blakehogge.com VENUE AND GOWNS: The Bridal Studio, thebridalstudioutah.com JEWELRY: O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com;

The Bridal Studio, thebridalstudioutah.com FLORALS: Merci Floral, mercifloral.com HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP: Kristen Packard, kristenpackard.com MODEL: Marikh Mathias, @maroosworld BTS CONTENT CREATOR: Kori Laurel, @korilaurel

WAIST DEEP Sarah Seven’s SEPT Gown #2 certainly makes a statement — sturdy boning and a sculptural waist accentuate the figure in magnificent form. Gown #2, SEPT by Sarah Seven, Rahaminov Emerald Cut diamond ring; Sethi Couture Heritage diamond band; Studs and bracelets via The Bridal Studio.

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WEDDING VENUE GUIDE T H E G U I D E TO U TA H ’ S R EC E P T I O N V E N U ES Salt Lake Region

Salt Lake Region

venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

Alta Lodge 10230 E. Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta

(800) 707-2582 altalodge.com

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Alta Peruvian Lodge 10000 E. Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta

(801) 742-3000 altaperuvian.com

Bambara Restaurant/ Hotel Monaco 202 S. Main Street, SLC

Monaco: (801) 990-9776 Bambara: (801) 363-5454 Monaco-saltlakecity.com bambara-slc.com

Bellissimo Gardens at Tuscany 2832 E. 6200 South, SLC

(385) 323-9060 bellissimolovegarden.com

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200

110

300

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Cactus & Tropicals SLC (801) 485-2542 2735 S. 2000 East, SLC Draper (801) 676-0935 12252 Draper Gate Drive, Draper cactusandtropicals.com 7696 S Main Street Midvale

Draper: 100 SLC: 60

Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House 155 Central Campus Dr., SLC

(801) 581-6995 ecclesalumnihouse. utah.edu

500

Commercial Club 32 Exchange Place, SLC

(801) 455-1599 commercialclub venue.com

200

Eccles Theater 131 S. Main Street, SLC

(385) 468-1030 saltlakecountyarts.com/ venues/eccles-theater/

1,000

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Edison House 335 S. 200 West, SLC

(385) 799-7770 edisonhouseslc.com

100

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Ember 623 S. State Street, SLC

(385) 355-4211 emberslc.com

250

The Grand America Hotel 555 S. Main Street, SLC

(801) 258-6770 grandamerica.com

1,200

The Hilton, Salt Lake City Center (801) 328-2000 hilton.com 255 S. West Temple, SLC Hyatt Regency 170 S. West Temple, SLC

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venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

Marriott Downtown 75 S. West Temple, SLC

(801) 531-0800 marriott.com

1,100

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Marriott City Center 220 S. State Street, SLC

(801) 961-8700 marriott.com

1,500

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McCune Mansion 200 N. Main Street, SLC

(801) 531-8866 mccunemansion.com

500

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Memorial House 375 N. Canyon Road, SLC

(801) 521-7969 memorialhouse-utah.com

300

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(801) 278-7927 Millcreek Inn 5802 E. Millcreek Canyon Rd, SLC millcreekinn.com

250

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(801) 495-3737 millennialfalls.com

700

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400

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Millennial Falls 12375 S. 1300 East, Draper

Natural History Museum of UT (801) 585-9538 nhmu.utah.edu 301 Wakara Way, SLC Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC

(801) 585-0556 redbuttegarden.org

350

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Siempre 1283 E Mike Weir Dr., Draper

(801) 508-4851 siempreutah.com

700

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Silver Fork Lodge 11332 E. Big Cottonwood Canyon, Brighton

(801) 533-9977 silverforklodge.com

250

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Snowbird 1 (800) 232-9542 9385 S. Snowbird Center Drive, snowbird.com Snowbird

900

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Snowpine Lodge (801) 742-2000 10420 Little Cottonwood Rd, Alta snowpine.com

200

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Solitude Mountain Resort (303) 749-8370 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon, solitudemountain.com Solitude

250

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This Is The Place Heritage Park (801) 924-7507 2601 E. Sunnyside Avenue, SLC thisistheplace.org

350

1,000

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The Tasting Room 357 W. 200 South, SLC

(801) 225-6575 tastingroomslc.com

250

(801) 596-1234 hyatt.com

1,800

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Thomas S. Monson Center 411 E. South Temple, SLC

(801) 213-8770 monsoncenter.utah.edu

The Ivy House 550 S. 600 East, SLC

(801) 792-3161 ivyhouseweddings.com

500

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Ken Garff Scholarship Club 451 S. 1400 East, SLC

(801) 587-9328 invitedclubs.com

3,000

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La Caille 9565 Wasatch Blvd., Sandy

(801) 942-1751 lacaille.com

300

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250

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Utah State Capitol 350 N. State St., SLC

(801) 538-3074 utahstatecapitol.utah.gov 1,000

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Wheeler Farm 6351 S. 900 East, SLC

(385) 468-1755 slco.com/wheelerfarm

500

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Utah Valley Region venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

Knot and Pine 45 E. 200 North, Alpine

(801) 770-4642 knotandpine.com

450+

Quiet Meadow Farm 1805 E. 1200 N., Mapleton

(801) 438-9394 quietmeadowfarms.com

Le Jardin (801) 326-2511 1910 Dimple Dell Road, Sandy lejardinweddings.com

400

Little America 500 S. Main Street, SLC

(801) 596-5700 littleamerica.com

500

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Log Haven 6451 E. Millcreek Canyon Rd, SLC

(801) 272-8255 log-haven.com

400

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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) 254-8848 eventsatmagnolia.com

(801) 947-0542 Market Street marketstreetgrill.com Grill Cottonwood 2985 E. Cottonwood Pkwy., SLC

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Sleepy Ridge Event Center (435) 485-9500 730 S. Sleepy Ridge Drive, Orem sleepyridgeweddings.com

700

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Springville Museum of Art 126 E. 400 South, Springville

600

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(801) 491-5711 smofa.org

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LEGEND Guest capacity: Max quantity 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 venue has a coordinator to assist with your planning and day-of logistics.

Utah Valley Region

Park City Region guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

Stone Gate Weddings (801) 995-9996 886 West 2600 North, Pleasant stonegateweddings.com Grove

700

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Tag Ranch 1738 W. Hoytsville Road, Wanship

(801) 414-5131 tagranchweddings.com

150

Sundance Resort 8841 N. Alpine Loop Road, Sundance

1-877-533-1929 sundanceresort.com

300

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Thanksgiving Point (801) 768-4947 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi thanksgivingpoint.org

700

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The Venue @ The Ranches 4118 E. Clubhouse Ln. Eagle Mountain, UT 84005

(801) 796-2651 theranchesvenue.com

500

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The Blake 407 W 100 S, Provo, UT 84601

(385) 286-2002 theblakevenuecom

300

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Wadley Farms 35 E. 400 North, Lindon

(801) 404-9996 wadleyfarms.com

350

Walker Farms 26 South 500 East, Lindon

(801) 899-5102 walkerfarms.com

White Shanty 502 S. 300 West, Provo

venue

contact

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Waldorf Astoria (435) 647-5500 2100 Frostwood Drive, Park City hilton.com

200

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Washington School House Hotel 543 Park Avenue, Park City

(435) 649-3800 washingtonschool house.com

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Zermatt Resort & Spa 784 W. Resort Drive, Midway

(435) 657-0180 zermattresort.com

500

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venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

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Amangiri 1 Kayenta Road, Canyon Point

(435)675-3999 aman.com

110

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160

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(435) 688-2327 bestfriends.org/ sanctuary

300

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(801) 674-6070 whiteshantyvenue.com

150

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Best Friends Animal Sanctuary 5001 Angel Canyon Rd, Kanab

The Wild Oak 450 W. Gillman Lane, Lindon

(385) 955-9675 thewildoakvenue.com

844-237-8824 blackdesertresort.com

250

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Black Desert Resort 1500 E Black Desert Dr. Ivins, UT 84738

Young Living Weddings & Special Events 3700 N. Highway 91, Mona

1 (800) 371-9486 youngliving.com

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Entrada at Snow Canyon (435) 986-2200 golfentrada.com Country Club 2537 W. Entrada Trail, St. George

150

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The Ledges of St. George 1585 Ledges Parkway, St. George

400

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Red Cliffs Lodge (435) 259-2002 Milepost 14, Highway 128, Moab redcliffslodge.com

150

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Red Mountain Resort 1275 Red Mountain Cir, Ivins, UT 84738

(435) 652-5704 redmountainresort.com

1900

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Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa Mile 17 Highway 128, Moab

(435) 259-4642 sorrelriver.com

150

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Zion Red Rock Villa 991 W. 230 South, Rockville

(435) 772-3139 zionredrock.com

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Zion National Park Lodge 1 Zion Lodge, Springdale

(435) 772-7700 zionlodge.com

100

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contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

4U Ranch 3158 W. 5000 North, Peoa

4uranch.org

250 400

Canyons Grand Summit Hotel (435) 615-8099 4000 Canyons Resort Drive, thecanyons.com Park City

800

Deer Valley Resort 2250 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City

300

(435) 645-6624 deervalley.com

Goldener Hirsch Inn (800) 252-3373 7520 Royal Street East, Park City goldenerhirschinn.com

350

High Star Ranch 218 Buck Rail Dr, Kamas

(435) 783-3526 highstarranch.com

400

High West Distillery 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy.,Wanship

highwest.com

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Park City Region

The Lodge at Blue Sky (866) 296-8998 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy, Wanship aubergeresorts.com/ bluesky

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(435) 634-4600 ledges.com

1180

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Northern Utah Region

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venue

contact

guest on-site on-site outdoor on-site capacity catering bar serv. area coord.

250

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Conestoga Ranch 427 N. Paradise Parkway, Garden City

(844) 464-5267 conestogaranch.com

160

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Homestead Resort & Spa (435) 657-3840 700 N. Homestead Drive, Midway homesteadresort.com

300

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Eldredge Manor 564 W. 400 North, Bountiful

(801) 292-5501 eldredgemanor.com

350

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Hotel Park City 2001 Park Avenue, Park City

(888) 999-0098 hotelparkcity.com

500

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(801) 252-5366 The 5th Floor 2411 Kiesel Ave Ste. 502, Ogden thefifthfloorutah.com

350

Main + Sky Hotel 201 Heber Avenue, Park City

(435) 658-2500 theskylodgeparkcity.com

200

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The Foundry 2452 E. 6700 South, Uintah

(801) 864-4369 foundryweddings.com

350

The Montage Deer Valley (435) 604-1300 9100 Marsac Avenue, Park City montagehotels.com

450

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Grand Victorian 2767 W. Gentile Street, Layton

(385) 333-1235 grandvictorianweddings. com

150

Park City Mountain Resort 1345 Lowell Avenue, Park City

(435) 615-8099 weddings.pcmr.com

250

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The Monarch 455 25th Street, Ogden

(801) 893-6604 themonarchogden.com

400

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Pendry Park City 2417 W. High Mountain Rd., Park City

(425) 800-1900 pendry.com/park-city

360

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Snowbasin 3925 E. Snowbasin Road, Huntsville

(801) 620-1075 snowbasin.com

200

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River Bottoms Ranch 1374 N. River Road, Midway

(435) 503-4379 riverbottomsranch.com

300

Talia Event Center 22 E. 200 South, Clearfield

(801) 510-6509 taliaeventcenter.com

200

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The St. Regis Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City

(435) 940-5700 stregis.com/slcxr

500

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Tuscany Garden Reception Center 1856 W. 4500 South, Roy

(801) 837-6756 tuscanygardenroy.com

300

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Stein Eriksen Lodge 7700 Stein Way, Park City

(435) 645-6493 steinlodge.com/weddings

500

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PREFERRED VENDORS Bridal Consultants & Event Planners Hoopes Weddings and Events 107 E. Fort Union Blvd., Midvale (435) 414-0090 | hoopesevents.com

Cakes & Caterers Cache Toffee Collection info@cachetoff ee.com (863) 333-5453 | cachetoffee.com

Cuisine Unlimited Catering & Special Events

12252 S. Draper Gate Drive, Draper (801) 676-0935 cactusandtropicals.com

johanna@elementsofsage.com elementsofsage.com

Deer Valley Resort

Every Blooming Thing

2250 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City | (435) 645-6624 deervalley.com

2601 E. Sunnyside Avenue, SLC (801) 582-1847 | thisistheplace.org

Homestead Resort

2050 Creek Road, Sandy (801) 618-7142 | twentyandcreek.com

1344 S. 2100 East, SLC (801) 521-4773 everybloomingthing.com

Jewelers & Accessories

Sprinkles Cupcakes

O.C. Tanner Jewelers

4488 W Teal Ridge Way, H-145, Riverton (385) 988-4013 | sprinkles.com

15 S. State Street, SLC (801) 532-3222

info@diamondempireband.com (720) 937-5185 diamondempireband.com

Skylark Productions 14371 S 950 West, Suite #2, Bluffdale (888) 602-6172 | skylarkmediaweddings.com

Utah Live Bands 3397 N. 560 West, Lehi (800) 447-2576 utahlivebands.com

Event Communication Lovebird lovebird.com

Decorators/Florists Artisan Bloom 7573 S. Main St., Midvale (801) 913-7444 | artisanbloom.com

Cactus & Tropicals 2735 S. 2000 East, SLC (801) 485-2542 7696 S Main Street Midvale, UT 84047

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4118 Clubhouse Ln., Eagle Mountain (801)796-2651 theranchesvenue.com

Elements of Sage

Fred Meyer Jewelers

Diamond Empire Band

The Venue at the Ranches

155 S. Central Campus Drive, SLC (801) 581-6995 ecclesalumnihouse.utah.edu

3575 S. 300 West, South Salt Lake (801) 268-2332 cuisineunlimited.com

Entertainment

Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House

To fi nd a location nearest you, please visit: fredmeyerjewelers.com

416 Main Street, Park City (435) 940-9470 octannerjewelers.com

Photographers & Videographers Ashlee Brooke Photography (801) 916-2258 | ashleebrooke.com

Ryan Hinman Films (801) 671-2760 ryanhinmanfilms.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 Roadhouse & Mercantile 30 N 300 West, Kanab (435) 644-3400 bestfriendscelebrations.org

Black Desert Resort 1500 E. Black Desert Dr., Ivins (844) 237-8824 blackdesertresort.com

700 N. Homestead Dr., Midway (435) 654-1102 homesteadresort.com

Memorial House 375 N. Canyon Rd., SLC (801) 521-7969 memorialhouse-utah.com

Natural History Museum of Utah 301 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-9538 nhmu.utah.edu/weddings

Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 585-9563 redbuttegarden.org

This is the Place Heritage Park

Twenty & Creek

Rentals Apex Event Furniture Rentals 2591 S. 500 East, SLC (435) 565-1517 apexluxuryfurniturerental.com

Have Party Will Travel 466 W. Lawndale Dr., SLC (801) 269-8400 havepartywilltravel.com

Nature Calls Colleen: (801) 599-1740 Cole: (801) 599-2398 naturecallsutah.com

Red Cliffs Lodge Milepost 14, Highway 128, Moab (435) 259-2002 redcliffslodge.com

Red Mountain Resort 1275 Red Mountain Cir., Ivins (435) 673-4905 redmountainresort.com

River Bottoms Ranch 1374 N. River Road, Midway (435) 503-4379 riverbottomsranch.com

Snowpine Lodge 10420 Little Cottonwood Rd., Ste. 1, Alta (801) 742-2000 | snowpine.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 (801) 225-4107 sundanceresort.com/weddings

Restaurants & Bars Harbor Seafood & Steak Co. 2302 Parleys Way, SLC (801) 466-9827 | harborslc.com

Hill’s Kitchen 1153 Center Dr., Ste. G160, Park City (435) 800-2870 | hills-kitchen.com

Log Haven 6451 Mill Creek Canyon Rd., SLC (801) 272-8255 | log-haven.com

Rodizio Grill 600 S 700 East, 2nd Floor, SLC (801) 220-0500 | rodiziogrill.com

Transportation Red Star Transportation 2233 Warm Springs Rd., SLC (801) 685-8560 redstartransportation.com

SOCIAL PAGES 1. Erica Muir of Fuse Weddings and Events, Mara Mazdzer of Fuse Weddings and Events, Michelle Cousins of Michelle Leo Events. 2. Every floral moment packed a punch, thanks to the keen eye of the pros at Artisan Bloom. 3. A playful pattern of hand-drawn vases served as a darling photo backdrop for Utah Jive’s fun-filled photobooth. 4. Lauren Thompson of Twenty and Creek, Jenya Norman of Norman Weddings and Events, Melanie Seaman of Twenty and Creek. 5. Tonya Hoopes of Hoopes Weddings and Events, Sydney Smith and Dominique Anderson of O.C. Tanner Jewelers. 6. In Siempre’s grand reception hall, custom-constructed lemon trees tower over tables stacked high with samplings from Hearth and Hill.

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Utah Bride & Groom Magazine’s 2024 White Party

Photographs by ASHLEE BROOKE PHOTOGRAPHY

Utah Bride & Groom was thrilled to host the industry’s incredible vendors at our annual White Party. This year’s theme, Escape to the Mediterranean, allowed many of the state’s top talents to run wild with a dreamy lemon and chinoiserie vision, complete with jaw-dropping event design by Duet Weddings & Events, custom-built lemon trees by Artisan Bloom, signature cocktails provided by Mecca Bar Co. and Vine Lore and a stunning menu from the award winning chefs at Hill’s Kitchen. Full Vendor list below: Planning and Design: Duet Weddings and Events, duetweddingsandevents.com; Venue: Siempre, siempreutah.com; Floral: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com; Photographer: Ashlee Brooke Photography, ashleebrooke.com; Videographer: Ryan Hinman Films, ryanhinmanfilms.com; Rentals: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com; Lounge Furnishings: Apex Furniture Rentals, apexluxuryfurniturerental.com; Invitations and Signage: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com; Entertainment: Utah Live Bands, utahlivebands.com; Photo Booth: Utah Jive, utahjive.com; Dance Floor: Utah Floor Wraps, utahfloorwraps.com; Bar Service: Mecca Bar Co., meccabarco.com; Catering: Hill’s Kitchen, hills-kitchen.com; Catering Sponsor and Desserts: Sprinkles Cupcakes, sprinkles.com; Wine and Spirits: Vine Lore, vinelore.com; Bubbly Sponsors and Jewels: O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com; Gift Bag and Favor Sponsors: St Regis Deer Valley, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/slcxr-the-st-regis-deer-valley; Got Beauty, gotbeauty.com; Elements of Sage, elementsofsage.com; Chef Adam Park, chefadampark.com

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VENUE: Utah State Capitol Building, utahstatecapitol.utah.gov

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