Rocky Mountain Bride Spring & Summer 2018 Colorado

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style & beauty 66 the artist’s muse 74 stackably chic

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katie & george - Telluride hilary & ricky - Vail crystal & javier - Silverthorne amber & ryan - Longmont kelli & reid - Denver whitney & tanner - Denver

celebrate 116 brunch babes

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124 the gem marketplace 126 colorado credits 128 blooming brillance Petals & Pours

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THREE HISTORIC DENVER VENUES

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ONE INCREDIBLE WEDDING DAY Whether you’re a Denver local looking forward to your big day or an out-of-towner planning a destination wedding—the Sage Hotels Collection is full of options and inspiration for your happily ever after.

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Hello Darling!

It’s springtime in the Rockies, finally! Warm 70 degree days and the winds of summer remind us how beautiful it is outside. It’s time to take on new challenges and renew yourself as the blooms open up and the landscape comes alive. For RMB, this spring was one we have been looking forward to for some time. We hosted our first conference, Rooted in the Rockies, and boy was it incredible. It was filled with stunning details, inspiring speakers and a sense of community and home for this region we call home. We are so excited to keep cultivating a strong vendor community who is passionate about creating gorgeous weddings for you, our amazing brides and couples.

With a renewed sense of love for the Rockies and Colorado, this issue is colored with bright and playful elements sure to make you smile and feel loved. From the pink floral and botanic inspiration at The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek, to a gown guide inspired by art and floral, and all the stunning love stories in-between, this magazine was made to brighten your wedding day! We hope you find bright inspiration on each page and colorful ideas for your wedding.

We at RMB are always so honored to be a part of your wedding planning process. We hope you find the feeling of spring on each page and all the love that was poured into making this magazine.

Taylor Chamberlain editor-in-chief

MEET THE RMB TEAM (left to right)

chelsea combe, hilary angel, amber mustain,

laura peterson, erika oltmann, taylor chamberlain, amanda vander vegt, mackenzie stevens, celynn bowman

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S TO RY Thank you so much for choosing us to represent and inspire Rocky Mountain Brides! We truly do have an affinity for the mountains which is why we were drawn to Colorado for our special day. For others getting married here, our advice to you is this: 1. Find the perfect spot - you’ll know it when you see it. 2. Find the perfect vendors - you’ll know when you talk to them.

Part of what made our day so special, besides the fact that we are two best friends getting married, were the people that helped make it all come together. We were very fortunate to have found our wonderful officiant and photographer. We had such a blast working with them and they made it fun for our boys as well!

- Jen & Kelsee

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Sweet Escape

Sweeten up your wedding weekend and welcome your friends and family to Denver with an ice cream social at Sweet Cooie’s. A Sunday of sprinkles and smiles with your guests before the “I Do” - it’s the cherry on top for one epic celebration!

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Treat your guests to the sweet side of Denver! Let Sweet Cooie’s Tiffany Blue walls, vintage decor and candy adorned shelves featuring their signature handmade Jewel Box Truffles play host to your private event. We recommend giving your guests a Denver passport full of all of your favorite places in the Mile High City for them to explore while in town!

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Katie + George telluride

Katie & George first crossed paths their senior year at Georgetown University. Katie knew George had a crush, he was always trying to steal kisses from her! George eventually talked Katie into going out for Italian at Acqua Al 2 in D.C and the rest was history! The couple dated long distance until they finally called San Francisco home. During those four years, Katie and George chose each other every day. A couple years later in August, George planned a romantic getaway for just the two of them to Mount Tamalpais - a place where Katie’s family loved to visit. On the drive up, George started to secretly panic. The weather was horrific and he didn’t have a back up plan for his surprise proposal! Once they reached the top of the peak, the weather broke. Hand-inhand, the couple went on a quick hike (George was practically sprinting) before sitting down to watch the sunset. As the sun set behind the clouds that kissed the bottoms of their feet, George pulled Katie in close and asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. With no hesitation she said, “Yes!” They planned an elegant, Telluride outdoor wedding for September 9th.

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telluride charm Katie wanted her wedding day to be the perfect balance of the East and West Coast while still incorporating the natural beauty and charm of Telluride. She was inspired by a color palette of Indigo blues, golden hues and wooden accents - the perfect transition from an endless summer to autumn in the mountains.

with this veil Katie’s wedding dress was designed by Trish Lee in San Francisco. She immediately fell in love with the gown’s intricate lace top and simple structure.She completed her look with a flowing, lace veil – just what a woman needs to feel like a bride on her wedding day!

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my beautiful girl “The whole weekend was special, but our ceremony was incredible. It was amazing to look out and not only see a great setting, but people we have known and loved from all different parts of our lives together witnessing our day. But then to look over and see Katie.� - George

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our happiest hour After the “I Do”, Katie and George ran away with their photographer to spend some alone time together and capture amazing portraits. As the newlyweds returned for happy hour, everyone started cheering. The couple could feel the love surrounding them and their union. It was definitely a moment to embrace.

advice for rocky mountain couples “Two or three days before the wedding identify someone you really trust and put that person in charge (in our case our AMAZING wedding planner, Wendy, at Soirée Telluride). Stop all the organizing and planning. Remember that everyone else can handle anything that may arise last minute. Let all of the logistics go so you can ride the wave of your wedding weekend and enjoy all of the beautiful moments in-between.”

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color palette - VENDORS BEAUTY Hair - YX Salon - Shayla Wilkes | FB: YX Salon Makeup - Telluride Makeup Artist - Carmen Wolcott | telluridemakeupartist.com BRIDE’S DRESS & VEIL Trish Lee | trishlee.com BRIDE’S RINGS, JEWELRY & SHOES Wedding band - bride’s grandmother Engagement Ring - Of Rare Origin | ofrareorigin.com Aquazzura | aquazura.com BRIDESMAIDS’ ATTIRE & ACCESSORIES Bella Bridesmaids - Joanna August | bellabridesmaids.com GLDN | gldn.com Alyson Renee | alysonrenee.com CALLIGRAPHY Barbara Callow Calligraphy | barbaracallow.com CUSTOM MENUS Katherine Lane | @klaneart CATERING & SWEETS Pescado | pescadosushi.com EVENT DESIGN & FLORAL New Leaf Design | newleafdesign.net GROOM’S TUX & ACCESSORIES Groom’s grandfather’s cufflinks Brackish | brackishbowties.com Ermenegildo Zegna | zegna.us HONEYMOON TRAVEL ADVISOR Gehring Travel | gehringtravel.com LIGHTING KT FiT LTD | telluridelighting.com LIVE PAINTING Bill Meuser | billmeuser.com LODGING Element 52 | element52.aubergeresorts.com MUSIC Ceremony - Telluride String Trio | FB: Telluride String Trio Reception - Mannequin | mannequintheband.com OFFICIANT Chris Hoch PAPER Lettered West | letteredwest.com PHOTOGRAPHY Happy Confetti Photography | happyconfettiphotography.com REHEARSAL DINNER Allred’s | tellurideskiresort.com REHEARSAL DINNER ENTERTAINMENT The Parlor Pickers | theparlorpickers.com RENTALS Viking Rentals | vikingrentals.com TRANSPORTATION Telluride Express | tellurideexpress.com VENUE Golden Ledge - Telluride, CO VIDEOGRAPHY Fulks Vision | gregfulks.com WEDDING PLANNING Soirée Telluride | telluridesoiree.com Rocky Mountain Bride Colorado

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Our shop in Vail Village is intimate, relaxing, and luxurious. Schedule your one-on-one session, bring your loved ones, and come enjoy your very own exclusive bridal experience. We will take care of you from the minute you walk through our doors, until the moment you walk down the aisle toward the love of your life.

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Hilary + Ricky va i l

Hilary and Ricky attended rival high schools in the Chicago suburbs. The two knew of each other back then, but they were both dating other people at the time. Little did Hilary know that Ricky had a crush on her since the rst time he saw her. After graduation, Hilary packed her bags and headed west to start her freshman year at the University of Colorado. Upon returning home after graduation, mutual friends tried to setup Hilary and Ricky. Hilary declined - if it was fate they would reconnect organically. And that’s just what happened! The pair’s undenying chemistry sparked one night out at a bar, and so their love story began. The couple dated for ve years before Ricky bought a ring. In the summer of 2016, the couple decided to escape the city and spend the Fourth of July with family at their favorite getaway; Twin Lakes, Wisconsin. That morning Ricky woke Hilary up early begging her to go paddle boarding. Although all Hilary wanted to do was stay in bed and enjoy a cup of coffee, Ricky finally convinced her to head down to the dock. At the waterfront, just as they were about to get in the water, Ricky got down on one knee and asked Hilary to be his wife. She said, “Yes!” Hilary’s family surprised her and drove up north to celebrate along with Ricky’s family! They planned a mountain desert inspired bash in Vail, Colorado for August 13th.

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meet us in the mountains Immediately after their engagement, Hilary and Ricky knew they wanted to become husband and wife surrounded by the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. As a designer herself, Hilary envisioned blending a minimalistic, bohemian style with the natural beauty of the mountains for her wedding.

They incorporated classic Palm Springs design elements, a soft color palette and their darling pug, Pacman, to create her dream day.

a quiet moment together “Our first look was such a surreal moment. There was so much built up anticipation. I was dying to see my groom! As I walked out to the balcony, where Ricky was waiting, it felt like my heart was pounding out of my chest. When we finally saw each other, there were no words... I jumped into his arms, and we didn’t let go until it was time to go. We looked at each other and took a deep breath. We were ready to walk down the aisle.”

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hello, sunshine!

The weather in Vail was beautiful leading up to Hilary and Ricky’s special day. However, of course, the unpredictable Colorado weather played tricks on the couple and their guests that summer day they were set to exchange vows outdoors. Early afternoon the sky turned shades of gray and clouds began to roll in quickly. They decided to go for it and face the harsh conditions. Sure enough, just as Hilary got under the chuppah and the Rabbi started speaking, the clouds parted and the sun came through! It was fate, almost as if someone was watching over them.

advice to rocky mountain couples “Don’t lose sight of what’s most important - beginning a life with your person. It’s so easy to get lost in the stress and details. Yet, if everything had gone wrong, I still would have married the love of my life. Remember you’re celebrating a marriage not a wedding.”

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M O U N TA I N B OTA N I C S

As fields of wildflowers begin to sprout and snow melts off the mountain tops, let your love bloom.

Inspired by modern botanics and bright colors, this modern mountain wedding at The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek will encourage you to seek out spring’s beauty in your love story.

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colored wild

Embrace the emerging colors of the season in your floral. Filled with texture and depth, these blooms by LummĂŠ Creations will make your heart flutter.

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flora & fauna

Inspired by classic botanic illustrations, this ceremony design is timeless. Modern ghost chairs mimic the acrylic pressed floral elements while the moss-covered terrace and bright florals capture the essence of a greenhouse on the slopes of Beaver Creek.

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press & bloom

Invite your guests to dine al fresco with this captivating and elegantly designed table by Brindle & Oak. Pressed floral escort cards and lush arrangements pop against the textured, white linen while industrial, cement candles and matte black silverware strike the perfect contrast. A swoon worthy blend of spring colors and contemporary textures.

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fireside fairytales

With warm spaces and breathtaking views, The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is the perfect location for this upscale, botanical “I Do.� Cozy up in their lobby after dinner to steal kisses and enjoy sweet bites.

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Plan your

MountainDream Wedding at Beaver Run Resort.

Nestled at the bottom of Peak 9, just steps away from the mountain slopes, you and your guests will find yourselves surrounded by the breathtaking views that make Colorado famous.

With multiple ceremony and reception sites, we can accommodate any wedding party no matter how big or small.

RESORT AMENITIES

Pairing perfect views and great food to make magical memories.

• Over 500 guest rooms

• Steam & sauna rooms

• 4 restaurants & bars

• Workout facilities

• Spa

• Game arcade

• 6 hot tubs

• Miniature golf

• Heated indoor/ outdoor pools

• Tennis courts

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DREAM AS LOFTY AS YOU LIKE.

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Contact our wedding specialists at 970 827 6521 or visit the wedding page of beavercreek.park.hyatt.com.

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Crystal + Javier s i lv e r t h r o n e

Crystal and Javier first crossed paths nearly ten years ago through mutual friends. Although just friends at the time, Crystal always thought Javier was handsome, yet stubbornly confident. It wasn’t until a random hike together in Silverthorne when she gave their relationship a second chance. The couple became inseparable. Two years later, Javier planned the most special, surprise proposal for Crystal. While Javier was “out of town”, Crystal, her parents and a few of her friends took a day trip up to Silverthorne to enjoy a beautiful September hike together. Her friends suggested the same hike they took years ago as the sunset views were unbeatable.

On their way up, they came across another group of people that looked as if they were celebrating a wedding. As they got closer, Crystal noticed that everyone on the top of the peak was watching her with a smile. Just then she looked down to find a trail of flower petals leading to the most gorgeous wooden teepee structure. She met the end of the trail, peeked around the teepee and saw Javier standing there with a bouquet of flowers and a sign that read, “Will you marry me?” She jumped in his arms and said, “Yes!” The two planned a romantic, boho inspired wedding in Silverthorne for September 3rd.

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summit county love Crystal and Javier knew they were meant to celebrate the start of their marriage with their closest friends and family in Silverthorne. The small mountain town held such a special place in both of their hearts. They incorporated a color palette of burgundy, gold and soft pinks to create their dream day in the Rockies.

the perfect fit When it came to her little white dress, Crystal wanted something nontraditional and Bohemian. She tried on several gowns before finally stopping into a & bé Bridal Shop in Denver. Upon entering, she couldn’t take her eyes off the long sleeved, lace adorned dress on the mannequin in the front of the store. It was the first and only gown she tried on that day. Her intuition was right because it was perfect! She even teared up just like everyone said she would when she found “the one”!

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may i have this dance “My dance with my dad at our reception will always stick out as one of my favorite memories from the day. Being the oldest of three, we are very close. We danced to his favorite Spanish song - a song he dreamed of dancing to at one of his daughters weddings. The entire crowd started to cry. He still tells me how important it was to him. If only he really knew how incredibly special it was for me to experience that moment with him.”

a groom with good taste “Javier was very involved in our wedding planning process.

Everything from our color palette to the design of our invitations was an extension of his attention to detail and personal style. Looking back it meant so much to me that we planned our wedding together as a team.”

advice for rocky mountain couples “Soak in the emotions, and enjoy your day!”

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BRIDAL BOUTIQUE a & bé bridal shop | aandbebridalshop.com BRIDE’S DRESS DESIGNER Rue De Seine | ruedeseine.com BRIDE & BRIDESMAIDS’ JEWELRY LC Lauren Conrad | laurenconrad.com BRIDE’S SHOES GUESS | guess.com BRIDE’S VEIL Emma & Grace Bridal Studio | emmaandgracebridal.com BRIDESMAIDS’ ATTIRE ASOS | asos.com Forever 21 | forever21.com Lulus | lulus.com CAKE Piece, Love & Chocolate | pieceloveandchocolate.com CEREMONY VENUE Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses ENTERTAINMENT Omar Martinez GROOM & GROOMSMENS’ ACCESSORIES Armani | armani.com The Tie Bar | thetiebar.com ALDO | aldoshoes.com HONEYMOON Las Vegas LINEN RENTALS Linen Tablecloth | linentablecloth.com LODGING Baymont Inn & Suites Frisco Lake Dillon | lakedillonlodge.com MENSWEAR Macy’s - Alfani | macys.com OFFICIANT David Herrera PAPER Designed by the bride & groom!

PHOTOGRAPHY Sarah Porter Photography | sarahporterphotography.com RECEPTION VENUE Silverthorne Pavilion | silverthornepavilion.com RINGS Shane Co. | shaneco.com WEDDING PLANNING Elizabeth Herrera

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Silverthorne Pavilion Affordable Mountain Elegance

Perfect for your Mountain Wedding.

Where serene mountain settings meet affordable style. The Pavilion boasts 12,000 square feet of mountain elegance that includes hardwood floors throughout, handcrafted chandeliers, exposed trusses, and custom ironwork.

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The Artist’s Muse

Along the Front Range, where historic charm meets the vast hills, your stage awaits, darling. Inspired by intimate art forms and seasonal floral elements, these wedding day looks will set your urban heart aflutter. Let the industrial textures and modern touches of The St. Vrain be the canvas to your love story.

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Embrace your inner beauty with this simple, yet sophisticated Sassi Holford gown. Forgo the traditional veil and opt for a flowing cape, designed by Justin Alexander, adorned with delicate floral appliquĂŠ.

Complete your bridal look with a statement bouquet and you’ll be sure to turn heads.

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Timeless and elegant - this lace adorned, high neck gown designed by Liancarlo is perfect for today’s bride. Display your romantic side with trailing back buttons and a side swept hairstyle. We love the modern addition of playful, tassel earrings designed by Bloom Jewelry.

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Every blushing bride deserves to show off her flirty and feminine side on her wedding day. Dare to finesse in this Liancarlo ball gown dressed up in fun sleeves, flattering lines and an illusion neckline. Let Madeline Rose Designs create a custom illustration for you that you will treasure forever.

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bridal boutique little white dress bridal shop | lwdbridal.com floral a florae | aflorae.com

jewelry bloom jewelry | jewelrybybloom.com/bridal live painting

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A new venue where urban industrial meets Colorado charm.

Schedule an appointment: www.thestvrain.com/tours Photo Credit : Berty Mandagie | Design : Brindle + Oak | Florals : Woven Floral Design

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s tac k a b ly c h i c Boulders own, Walters & Hogsett Jewelers is setting the bar when it comes to modern design.The Sethi Couture collection is based around the concept of mix and matching metals, shapes and stones to create a look all your own, and we can’t get enough of it! Rethink your wedding day jewelry and create a look chic and uniquely yours.

Jeweler Walters & Hogsett | waltersandhogsett.com Photography Autumn Cutaia | autumncutaia.com

g o l d s ta n da r d

Shine bright and upgrade your expectations of yellow gold. Intricately-engraved bracelets and stackable rings designed to wow will leave you dreaming of the endless options you can create with Sethi Couture’s collection.

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white radiance

Modern and sleek - white gold is the perfect look for the refined bride. We love Sethi Couture’s statement engagement ring paired with your favorite stackable band for a look that is sure to change and transform with you!

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m i x e d m e ta l s

Matte black and gold blend effortlessly to create a look for the fashion-forward bride. Playing with pink, yellow, green and black diamonds in your Sethi Couture ensemble will turn heads and set new trends with the design help of Walters & Hogsett’s consultants!

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Amber + Ryan longmont

Amber and Ryan’s careers brought them together. Amber was working for Southern Wine & Spirits, while Ryan was a supplier for Jim Beam. Although they were often found in the same places professionally, the two didn’t talk much. As time went on, they took a liking to one another through business deals and ride alongs. One summer night in June, Amber and Ryan went to a concert together in Buffalo. Sparks few and the two fell in love. In the fall of 2016, the couple took a week off for a little R&R. One morning Ryan woke Amber to ask her on an apple picking date. He insisted she pack a bag of dress clothes for a nice lunch to follow. Amber didn’t give Ryan’s requests a second thought and started getting ready as it all felt like a normal day. After apple picking, they stopped at Mirbeau Inn & Spa for a bite. Ryan led Amber through their luscious gardens, because “he made a reservation and had time to burn”. As they walked hand-in-hand down the cobblestone path, they were met by the most beautiful willow tree. Just then Ryan turned around, took Amber’s sunglasses from her face and asked Amber to be his wife. Completely in shock she said, “Yes!” Ryan even hired a photographer to capture the moment! The two planned a Colorado destination wedding on September 21st.

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a home away from home One month after the proposal, Amber and Ryan booked a getaway flight to Denver. The couple had an amazing experience exploring the Rocky Mountains and fell in love with the peaceful, friendly culture of Colorado. They knew they wanted to start the rest of their lives in the mountains with their closest family and friends.

the teepee stays “I knew I wanted to hold my reception under a teepee. Wherever I was getting married, the teepee was coming with me!�

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from the eyes of a groom “Amber had so many passions and visions for our wedding day. She poured her heart and life into it. Stepping onto the property and seeing everything come together was one of my favorite moments. The scene was like a storybook but even more breathtaking. I am so proud of her.� -Ryan

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we’ll have seconds!

The newlyweds wanted their guests to feel their love and compassion in the food. Their custom menu featured bison tenderloin, mahi mahi finished with a mango chutney sauce and gorgonzola cream gnocchi.

advice for rocky mountain couples “Think small! It was much easier for us to coordinate and soak in the experience with a smaller group of guests. More importantly, it allowed us to extend our celebration and explore more of the Rockies with each other during wedding bliss. We even all rented ATV’s the next day!”

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color palette - VENDORS BEAUTY Megan Cary Artistry - Leeda & Elizabeth | megancaryartistry.com BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Lovely Bride | lovelybride.com BRIDE’S JEWELRY Von Maur | vonmaur.com BRIDE’S RINGS Cornell’s Jewelers – Tacori | cornellsjewelers.com BRIDE’S SHOES Neiman Marcus – Jimmy Choo | neimanmarcus.com BRIDE’S SKIRT DESIGNER Carol Hannah | carolhannah.com BRIDE’S TOP DESIGNER Lea-Ann Belter | lea-annbelter.com BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES Show Me Your Mumu | showmeyourmumu.com CATERING & SWEETS A Spice of Life | aspiceoflife.com DAY-OF-COORDINATION Shupe Homestead – Jim | shupehomestead.com ENTERTAINMENT Follow the Fox | followthefoxband.com FLORAL Red Twig | redtwigflowers.com FURNITURE RENTALS Yours For Your Day | yoursforyourday.com MENSWEAR Von Maur – Hugo Boss & Michael Kors | vonmaur.com OFFICIANT Groom’s father PAPER Happy Tines | happytines.com PHOTOGRAPHY Kind Honey Photography | kindhoneyphotography.com TABLE RENTALS Harvest Table Company | harvesttablecompany.com TENT RENTALS Under The Sky | undertheskyeventrental.com TRANSPORTATION A Advantage Limousine Service | limousine-denver.com VENUE & REHEARSAL DINNER Shupe Homestead | shupehomestead.com VIDEOGRAPHY Olena Films | olenafilms.com

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BRINGING SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY TO EVERY CELEBRATION | COLORADO AND BEYOND | EVERSOCHICEVENTS.COM

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Kelly + Reid denver

Kelly and Reid met in Student Senate while attending college in Cedar Rapids. Although the two started off as just friends, Kelly always had her eyes on Reid. Their chemistry finally sparked on Student Flunk Day - a day of campus wide shutdowns, celebrations and fundraising at local bars around the city. Just as the bar was closing down that night, the two bellied up only to get “iced”. Kelly and Reid were challenged by a mutual friend to chug a bottle of Smirnoff Ice together. A few weeks later, they were inseparable! The couple dated for five years before making things official. Kelly anticipated a ring as she is known to be quite the planner. However, Reid knew just the trick to surprise her. One day Kelly’s sister asked her to go out for a manicure and pedicure before Kelly’s night shift as a labor and delivery nurse. On her way to the hospital she got a call from her boss saying that they didn’t need her to come in.

Although slightly shaken from the last minute change, Kelly returned home only to find Reid and their chocolate lab, Milo, in the back yard waiting for her. Milo carried a sign around his neck that read,”Will you marry my Dad?” Completely swept off her feet, Kelly said, “Yes!” They planned a Tuscan inspired celebration in Kelly’s parent’s backyard for a beautiful summer day in August.

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contagious love Kelly, along with her fabulous wedding planner, Brynn of First Look Events, took inspiration from her parent’s backyard vineyard to create a Tuscan themed day. Everything from the romantic ceremony backdrop to the custom cocktail and dinner menu was thoughtfully designed to tell the story of Kelly and Reid’s contagious love. The couple’s wedding was full of intimate moments, never ending cosmopolitans and heated battles on the dance floor.

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“Although we were a little nervous, and our families thought we were absolutely crazy, Reid and I wanted Milo to walk down the aisle with my nephew. You see, he is the sweetest dog but he is not the best behaved. During the ceremony, he made it down the aisle and sat in the front row perfectly. We were so relieved! Until I saw a barn cat right next to us under the altar.. Milo took off and chased after the cat! About ten minutes later he came stumbling back up the hill with a broken collar. The crowd broke out in full laughter which in turn lightened up the mood a bit. Bless Milo!”

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my girl “I will always cherish dancing with my dad at our reception. I actually bought my dad and I dance lessons before the wedding. As if he needed lessons! He has always been a great dancer which is funny, because I don’t think a lot of people know that about him. On our wedding night we danced to ‘My Girl’ by The Temptations. It was such a special experience for the both of us.”

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food heaven The newlyweds wanted their guest’s dining experience to come to life on their special day. For cocktail hour, Epicurean crafted a custom ice sculpture that poured chilled Cosmopolitans while chefs were on location slicing an assortment of meats and hand pulling fresh mozarella. Large plates of wild boar ragout pasta were served at dinner along with rosemary Lemoncello chicken and black angus tenderloin.

Finally, Kelly and Reid offered wood fired pizzas as well as the most delicious Sicilian donuts for a night cap.

advice for rocky mountain couples “Make your wedding day YOUR wedding day. Things may not go as planned: your dog may chase a cat mid-ceremony, it might rain and you may forget to cut the cake. But enjoy every moment, dance your heart out and don’t sweat the small stuff. Your wedding day is about celebrating your love and the rest of your life. It’s one of the only days that all of your favorite people will be in the same place. Don’t forget that and revel in it!”

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- VENDORS BAND Funkiphino | funkiphino.com BRIDAL BOUTIQUE The Bridal Collection | thebridalcollection.com BRIDE’S DRESS DESIGNER Lazaro | jlmcouture.com/lazaro BRIDE’S EARRINGS Borrowed from her mother BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES Nordstrom - Jenny Yoo | nordstrom.com CALLIGRAPHY, PAPER, SIGNAGE & INSTALLATION Sweet Zion Paperie | sweetzionpaperie.com CATERING Epicurean Group | epicureangroupco.com DESIGN & PLANNING First Look Events | firstlookevents.net DJ & LIGHTING Elite DJ | elitedj.com FLORAL Plum Sage Flowers | plumsageflowers.com HAIR Zoe Salon & Spa - Brittany Ortman | zoesalonspa.com LINENS Chair Covers & Linens | linenhero.com MAKEUP The Parlour - Heidi Rosenbluth | theparlourweddings.net MENSWEAR Ted’s Clothiers | tedsclothiers.com PHOTOGRAPHY Lizzie + Marco | lizzieandmarco.com PRAYER BOOK Bride’s family heirloom RENTALS Colorado Party Rentals | cpartyrentals.com ROBES Plum Pretty Sugar | plumprettysugar.com VIDEOGRAPHY CinemaRaven - Brian Wilson | cinemaraven.com WOODEN TABLE SIGNAGE Hand crafted by bride’s grandfather, Pepe

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The Wedding You’ve Always Imagined, Set Upon the Canvas of Your Dreams Imagine sharing your first moments as husband and wife against a spectacular backdrop of towering rock spires and lush mountain valleys – a place of almost impossible beauty where every detail adds to the magic of the moment. And while you stay focused on the big picture, our culinary and planning teams ensure that your wedding experience is quietly orchestrated, carefully chosen and thoughtfully executed to be everything you always dreamed of.

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Classic elements with a new age design - we are smitten with this look hosted at the Club and Resort at Garden of the Gods. Elegant and refined with a nod to the resort’s dazzling past, you’ll fall in love all over again with this romance day.

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a garden of the gods ceremony

The newly built ceremony deck at the resort doesn’t need much to take your breath away. Pops of red and creamy floral highlight the ceremony space while epic views and a stunning bride and groom create a picture perfect moment for your “I Do.”

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together, at last

With sweeping views of the rich red rocks of Garden of the Gods, you can’t help but be in awe.The pristine backdrop is perfect for moments together as husband and wife. Soak in all the beauty of your wedding day.

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The Three Graces outdoor terrace, one of the resorts and club’s newest addition, is the ideal location for an outdoor reception. Drawing inspiration from the building’s modern design, SK Event Specialists and Amber Mustain Floral Design blend a rich, romantic color palette with matte black, metals and gold to create a contemporary take on a classic design.

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+ lather - kelli stephenson | lushandlather.co bridal boutique something new boutique | somethingnewboutique.com dj sensational sounds professional dj service |

ssprodj.com floral amber mustain floral design | ambermustain.com draping & lighting elegant additions | elegant-additions.com models - wedding party caleb, nicole, sarah &

zach models-bride & groom wilhelmina denver | wilhelminadenver.com menswear macy’s | macys.com paper pier 9 design | pier9design.com planning sk event specialists | skeventspecialists.com photography cassidy brooke photography

| cassidybrooke.com rentals colorado party rentals | cpartyrentals.com transportation ddg limo venue & catering

garden of the gods collection | gardenofthegodsclub.com videography basecamp visual | basecampvisual.co

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a classic getaway

Classics never go out of style. With the club’s rich history dating back to the 1950’s and their reputation for the swankiest events back in the day, the Club and Resort at Garden of the Gods comes alive with classic design elements. Incorporate timeless touches to your wedding day like a vintage getaway car, decadent dinner menus and champagne served chilled in coupe glasses.

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Whitney + Tanner denver

Whitney and Tanner found one another while going to school at Westmont in Santa Barbara. At first, Tanner was strictly Whitney’s Greek tutor until, he fell for her contagious smile and wit! From California, Colorado, North Carolina and back, the couple dated for five years much of which was long distance. In the summer of 2016, while Tanner finished up a job in Durham, Whitney waited for him to meet her back in California. On the very last day of summer, for Tanner’s homecoming, the two explored Tanner’s hometown and stopped at their favorite spots along the way. That night they made plans to go to the fair with friends at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Surrounded by crowds of people and dancing lights, Tanner pulled Whitney into the closest photo booth. His good friend snuck the ring box into his hand on the way in. Between the first and second shot, Tanner turned to Whitney and asked her to marry him. By the third trip of the shutter Whitney was completely shocked. Before the final shot she had time to find composure, say “Yes!” and kiss her soon-to-be husband for the photo reel. They planned a garden party themed wedding for June 11th in the heart of one of Denver’s historic neighborhoods.

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did someone say garden party?

Whitney envisioned a mid-century modern, garden party for her summer wedding. She trusted her intuition and personal style to make the theme come to life. From global elements to bright pops of floral, who wouldn’t have wanted an invite to this one?

quiet moments “After the ceremony, Tanner and I snuck off to take photos together on the mansion’s steps. As we held each other closely and looked at the new rings on our hands, it hit us! I will never forget that quiet time we shared alone together as husband and wife.”

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to be present “Unlike the stereotypical rushed feeling all brides fear on their wedding, I truly was able to take the entire day in. We worked so hard to put together an original look. Walking into the reception, I was absolutely speechless.

Seeing everything come together was so rewarding. It’s hard to explain, but it just felt like us!”

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soulmate pairing The newlyweds forwent the traditional dinner and opted for a food truck styled reception. The Cocktail Caravan served up fresh signature cocktails while guests enjoyed wood fired pizzas from Simply Pizza Truck. Not only did both trucks compliment each other flawlessly, but they created a relaxed, community focused environment - just perfect pre-dance floor!

advice for rocky mountain couples “Don’t overthink the details. If you like it make it a part of your day. Trust yourself!”

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- VENDORS BAR & LIBATIONS Cocktail Caravan | mycocktailcaravan.com BRIDAL BOUTIQUE The Bridal Collection | thebridalcollection.com BRIDE’S BEAUTY Bre Cardenas | @breartistry BRIDE’S DRESS DESIGNER Lazaro | jlmcouture.com/lazaro BRIDESMAIDS’ BEAUTY Alchemy Face Bar | alchemyfacebar.com Liana Kathryn Makeup | lianakathrynmakeup.com CALLIGRAPHY Oak + Pen | @oakandpenco CATERING Relish Catering & Events | relishcateringco.com Simply Pizza Truck | simplypizzatruck.com FLORAL Statice Floral | staticefloral.com INSTALLATION Firefly Event Services | fireflyeventsdenver.com MACRAME DESIGN Mermade Studio | @mermadestudio PHOTOGRAPHY Paige Jones | paigejones.us RENTALS Yonder Floral + Decor House | houseofyonder.com VENUE Grant Humphries Mansions historycolorado.org/plan-event/grant-humphreys-mansion-plan-event WEDDING PLANNING Banks & Leaf | banksandleaf.com

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HOTEL TEATRO IS DENVER'S ORIGINAL BOUTIQUE AND IS AVAILABLE FOR WEDDING ROOM BLOCKS, REHEARSAL DINNERS, BRIDAL SHOWERS AND MORE!

TO CHECK AVAILABILITY AND TO PLAN YOUR NEXT EVENT, CONTACT ERICA WHYMAN AT EWHYMAN@HOTELTEATRO.COM VISIT US ONLINE AT HOTELTEATRO.COM | 1100 FOURTEENTH STREET, DENVER CO 80202 EVENT PHOTOS BY ALCHEMY CREATIVE

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Let’s hear it for your leading ladies! Celebrate your friendships with a fashion-forward bridesmaids’ brunch at Hotel Teatro.

Great company, delicious bites and rosé - what more could a bride ask for!

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lounge in style

Create the ultimate girls hangout with Yonder Floral +Decor House’s Breckenridge Lounge set. Soft pillows and suede paired with bubbles make for one fabulous afternoon together!

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lunch in the study

Hotel Teatro’s intimate front study room is the perfect space to host this bridesmaids’ brunch. A color palette of pastel peaches and pinks dolled up in taper candles and modern gold accents brings this space to life. Designed by Promise Event Planners, this dreamy look will give you all the feels for your bride tribe!

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a sweet treat

With your friends by your side, you can do anything! Make sure they know how much they mean to you with sugar-crafted cake pops and cookies. A simple, yet sweet reminder of your friendship.

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pamper yourself

Before your big day, make sure your bride tribe is pampered! Create a custom gift box for your gals from Bundles Gift Co. Bath bubbles, the perfect compact mirror, rose mist and a Taylor & Tessier bracelet will have them feeling fabulous!

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Megan Cary Styling & Makeup Artistry is Colorado & the Rocky Mountain region’s PREMIER beauty agency that incorporates their fashion and editorial expertise into their bridal looks of today. With MCA winning “BEST OF”awards each year along with being featured in national & international publications you are able to go into your wedding day with confidence that you have the best by your side. We come to YOU!

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Accommodations

All-Inclusive Vacations + Cruises | all-inclusivevacations.com Baymont Inn & Suites Frisco Lake Dillon | lakedillonlodge.com Beaver Run Resort | beaverrun.com Element 52 | element52.aubergeresorts.com Paragon Lodging | paragonlodging.com Sage Hotels Collection | sagehospitality.com The Crawford Hotel | thecrawfordhotel.com

Beauty

Alchemy Face Bar | alchemyfacebar.com Allegria Spa | allegriaspa.com Ally Triolo | allytriolo.com Belle Shea Salon | bellesheasalon.com Bliss Studio | blisstudiovail.net Divine Beauty Artists | divinebeautyartists.com Do The Bang Thing Salon | dothebangthingsalon.com Jaded Beauty | jadedbeauty.co Lush + Lather | lushandlather.co Megan Cary Artistry | megancaryartistry.com Slay Lash + Brow | slaylashandbrow.com Styled. By Laura G | styledbylaurag.com The Parlour | theparlourweddings.net Telluride Makeup Artist | telluridemakeupartist.com Your Stylist AJ | yourstylistaj.com YX Salon | FB: YX Salon Zoe Salon & Spa | zoesalonspa.com

Fashion

a & bé bridal shop | aandbebridalshop.com Bella Bridesmaids | bellabridesmaids.com Bo & Luca | boandluca.com Carol Hannah | carolhannah.com Casa Bianca Bridal Boutique | cbbridal.com Eden Boutique | edenboutiquedenver.com Emma & Grace Bridal Studio | emmaandgracebridal.com Felicé Bridal | felicebridal.com La Vallée Bridal | lavalleebridal.com Lazaro | jlmcouture.com/lazaro Lea-Ann Belter | lea-annbelter.com Little White Dress Bridal Shop | lwdbridal.com Lovely Bride | lovelybride.com Macy’s | macys.com Olvi’s | olvis-lace.com Plum Pretty Sugar | plumprettysugar.com Rooted Boutique | rootedboutique.com Rue De Seine | ruedeseine.com Show Me Your Mumu | showmeyourmumu.com Something New Boutique | somethingnewboutique.com Ted’s Clothiers | tedsclothiers.com The Bridal Collection | thebridalcollection.com The Tie Bar | thtiebar.com Trish Lee | trishlee.com Trunk Club | trunkclub.com Ultimate Bride | ultimatebride.com Von Maur | vonmaur.com

Flowers

A Florae | aflorae.com Amber Mustain Floral Design | ambermustain.com Brackish | brackishbowties.com Elle Design Florals | elledesignflorals.com Ermenegildo Zegna | zegna.us Floral Expressions & Gourmet Goodies | floralexpdenver.com Helios Floral | heliosfloral.com Honeycomb & Co. | honeycombandcompany.com Lalé Florals | laleflorals.com Lehrer’s Flower | thinkflowers.com Lummé Creations | lummecreations.com Nature’s Grace Design | naturesgracedesign.com New Leaf Design | newleafdesign.net Petals & Pours | petalsandpours.com Plum Sage Flowers | plumsageflowers.com Red Twig | redtwigflowers.com Statice Floral | staticefloral.com

Gifts & More

Bill Meuser | billmeuser.com Bundles Gift Co. | bundlesgiftco.com Chabad at CU Boulder - Yisroel Wilhelm | jewishcu.com Cocktail Caravan | mycocktailcaravan.com Elegant Additions | elegant-additions.com

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Gehring Travel | gehringtravel.com Iver Marjerison | ivermarjerison.com KT Fit LTD | telluridelighting.com Madeline Rose Designs | madelinerosedesigns.com Mermade Studio | @mermadestudio Palma Cigars | palmacigars.com Wilhelmina | wilhelminadenver.com Wish Gifts | wishgiftsdenver.com

Jewelry & Accessories

Adventurous Hearts | adventuroushearts.com Alyson Renee | alysonrenee.com Aquazzura | aquazzura.com Bloom & Press | etsy.com/shop/bloomandpressbyjen Bloom Jewelry | jewelrybybloom.com/bridal Cornell’s Jewelers | cornellsjewelers.com GLDN | gldn.com LC Lauren Conrad | laurenconrad.com Lester Lampert | lesterlampert.com Of Rare Origin | ofrareorigin.com Shane Co. | shaneco.com The Diamond Reserve | thediamondreserve.com Von Maur | vonmaur.com Walters & Hogsett | waltersandhogsett.com

Music

Diamond Empire Band | diamondempireband.com Elite DJ | elitedj.com Follow the Fox | followthefoxband.com Funkiphino | funkiphino.com Greatime DJ | greatimedj.com Mannequin the Band | mannequintheband.com Sensational Sound Professional DJ Service | ssprodj.com Telluride StringTrio | FB:Telluride StringTrio The Parlor Pickers | theparlorpickers.com

Paper & Calligraphy

Barbara Callow Calligraphy | barbaracallow.com Emily K. Armstrong | emilykarmstrong.com Handsome Love Calligraphy | handsomelovecalligraphy.com Happy Tines | happytines.com Ink + Root | inkandroot.com Katherine Lane | @klaneart Lettered West | letteredwest.com Oak + Pen | @oakandpenco Pier 9 Design | pier9design.com Platypus Papers | platypuspapers.com Quaintrelle Calligraphy & Design | quaintrelledesign.com Sweet Zion Paperie | sweetzionpaperie.com

Photos

Alchemy Creative | alchemycreative.net Autumn Cutaia | autumncutaia.com Becoming Images | becomingimages.com Cassidy Brooke Photography | cassidybrooke.com Coryn Nelson Photography | corynnelsonphotography.com Erin Witt Photography | erinwittphotography.com Happy Confetti Photography | happyconfettiphotography.com Jamee Photography | jameephotography.com June Photography | hijune.com Kenz & Nick | kenzieblinkphotography.com Kind Honey Photography | kindhoneyphotography.com Lizzie + Marco | lizzieandmarco.com Our Two Hearts | ourtwohearts.com Paige Jones | paigejones.us Sarah Porter Photography | sarahporterphotography.com Sherri Innis | sherriinnis.com Shutterfreek Photo + Film | shutterfreek.com Walnut Street Photography | walnutstreetphotography.com

Planning & Design

Banks & Leaf | banksandleaf.com Brindle + Oak | brindleandoak.com Crested Butte Events | crestedbutteevents.com Ever So Chic Events | eversochicevents.com Firefly Event Services | fireflyeventsdenver.com First Look Events | firstlookevents.net Laurel & Rose | laurelandrose.com Pink Monkey Solutions | pinkmonkeysolutions.com Promise Event Planners | promiseeventplanners.com SK Event Specialists | skeventspecialists.com Soirée Telluride | telluridesoiree.com Sweetly Paired | sweetlypaired.com The Soiree Studio | thesoireestudio.com Rocky Mountain Bride Colorado

Rentals

Alpine Party Rentals | alpineparty.com Chair Covers & Linens | linenhero.com Colorado Party Rentals | cpartyrentals.com Colorado Tents and Events | tentsandevents.com Harvest Table Company | harvesttablecompany.com La Tavola Fine Linen Rental | latavolalinen.com Linen Tablecloth | linentablecloth.com The ShutterBus | theshutterbus.com Under The Sky | undertheskyeventrental.com Viking Rentals | vikingrentals.com Yonder Floral + Decor House | houseofyonder.com Your For Your Day | yoursforyourday.com

Savory

A Spice of Life | aspiceoflife.com Allred’s | tellurideskiresort.com ASC Catering | asccatering.com Bol | bolvail.com Epicurean Group | epicureangroupco.com Kevin Taylor Restaurant Group | ktrg.net Pescado | pescadosushi.com Red Maple Catering | redmaplecatering.com Relish Catering & Events | relishcateringco.com Simply Pizza Truck | simplypizzatruck.com

Sweet

Honeycombe | honeycombe-denver.com Mermaid’s Bakery | mermaidsbakery.com Piece, Love & Chocolate | pieceloveandchocolate.com

Sweet Cooie’s | sweetcooies.com

Venue

ASC Catering | asccatering.com Beaver Creek Resort | beavercreek.com Beaver Run Resort | beaverrun.com Blackstone Rivers Ranch | blackstoneriversranch.com Breckenridge Distillery | breckenridgedistillery.com Camp Hale Weddings | camphaleweddings.com Cielo at Castle Pines | cielocastlepines.com Cottonwood Glen | cottonwoodglen.events Denver Botanic Gardens | botanicgardens.org Garden of the Gods Collection | gardenofthegodsclub.com Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa | gatewaycanyons.com Grant-Humphreys Mansion | historycolorado.org Kimpton Hotel Born | hotelborndenver.com Hotel Teatro | hotelteatro.com Larkspur Events & Dining | larkspurvail.com Leonora at The Sebastian - Vail | thesebastianvail.com Lionsgate Event Center | lionsgatecenter.com Low Country Kitchen | lowrestaurant.com Lynn Britt Cabin | asccatering.com Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa beavercreek.park.hyatt.com Sage Hotels Collection | sagehospitality.com Shupe Homestead | shupehomestead.com Silverthorne Pavilion | silverthornepavilion.com Skyline Denver | experienceskyline.com St Julien Hotel & Spa | stjulien.com Sweet Cooie’s | sweetcooies.com The Barn at Evergreen Memorial Park | thebarnatemp.com The Crawford Hotel | thecrawfordhotel.com The Greenbriar Inn | greenbriarinn.com The Maven Hotel | themavenhotel.com The Oxford Hotel | theoxfordhotel.com The Pinery at the Hill | thepinery.com The Source Hotel | thesourcehotel.com The St. Vrain | thestvrain.com Twin Owls Steakhouse | twinowls.net Villa Parker | villaparker.com Winter Park Resort | winterparkresort.com

Video

Basecamp Visual | basecampvisual.co Cinema Raven | cinemaraven.com Fulks Vision | gregfulks.com Garrity Productions | garrityproductions.com Heather Richardson | heather-richardson.com Olena Films | olenafilms.com White in Revery | whiteinrevery.com

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