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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 make the ordinary Transcending.

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FEATURES

53 REAL WEDDINGS Real Couples. Real Events. Real Love. See how teams of seasoned Utah wedding pros brought new life into their clients’ unique celebrations.

67 INSPIRATIONS Three innovative styled shoots, each curated to showcase out-ofthe-box ideas and expand the boundaries of what’s possible in wedding design

88 DESERT DESTINATIONS

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Move over Palm Springs— Southern Utah is rapidly growing into a must-see resort destination, whether you’re after a country club weekend , a red-rock adventure or an exclusive luxury getaway.

98 CENTER STAGE Breathtaking bridal looks for the 2026 bride, each one undeniably ready for the spotlight PHOTOS BY HEATHER NAN STYLING BY KORI LAUREL

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BEGINNINGS Explore the latest in every facet of your big day, from the bar to the bling.

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THE NIGHT BEFORE

FROM UTAH, WITH LOVE

Your welcome dinner sets the tone for the wedding weekend—so take advantage.

Local vendors for every accessory in your bridal ensemble.

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PREFERRED VENDORS Our top vendor picks for every wedding need.

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UP FRONT | From the Editor

O U S A I D “ Y E S , ” and by doing so you not only said agreed to the person you love most (congratulations!), but also to the adventure of wedding planning. It may seem daunting, but these pages are your guide to embracing the many decisions, embracing your personal style, and—most importantly—embracing the spotlight.

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Megan Bartholomew, editor

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It’s Your Day

It all starts with the Beginnings, where we explore finding your personal style in every element of your wedding celebration from the bar and the bling to the tabletop and the tailoring. (Page 21). In “The Night Before,” we encourage diving fully into your wedding’s unique vibe, starting with the welcome dinner. (Page 42). If you’re on the hunt for authenticity, explore locally-made accessories in “From Utah, With Love.” (Page 50). Our fashion feature, “Center Stage” gives full permission for the bride to be bold: find a look that demands the spotlight. (Page 98). In our Inspirations section, three teams of wedding pros go bold, whether it be with dramatic lighting and contrast (“Silver Linings,” Page 80), intense color and innovative floral (“Palette Play,” Page 74), or a daring balance of classic and modern touches (“Gallery Stroll,” Page 68). And in “Desert Destinations,” we celebrate Southern Utah’s rapidly developing new identity as a luxurious resort destination. (Page 88). No matter your wedding style, we hope you’ll take a beat during this hectic process, take a breath, and embrace every moment.

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BEGINNINGS | Bar

CHEERS COMES THE BRIDE Alpine Distilling’s latest experience allows couples to handcraft a one-of-a-kind spirit that is as unique as their love story By AVREY EVANS

AS A “WARDEN RECTIFIER” member of the London Gin Guild, Sarah Sergent is Alpine Distilling’s Master Botanical Distiller, and one of the most decorated gin-makers in the country. Her Park City distillery and social club serves up craft cocktails, hosts intimate private gatherings and even helps spirit-forward couples create a personalized gin to share with family and friends on their wedding day. Through an immersive two-and-half hour journey, couples learn beginnerfriendly distillation techniques, explore various flavors and aromas and create a lifelong memory with their partner. Each to-be-wed duo is encouraged to flex their creativity: take the recently married Mara and Martin, for example. They drew inspiration from Mara’s bridal bouquet to craft a floral-forward gin with coriander, rose hips, lavender, jasmine and peony. “Turning the bridal bouquet into a custom gin cocktail brought an intimate botanical essence to their celebration,” says Sergent, who worked closely with the couple to bottle their love affair into a sippable story.

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Alpine Distilling’s Ever After Custom Wedding Gin experience can accommodate up to eight guests, and includes welcome cocktails, light bites and up to eight 750mL bottles of your bespoke, hand-crafted gin. Book at events@alpinedistilling.com, alpineparkcity.com

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BEGINNINGS | Floral

ETERNAL BLOOMS Wedding keepsakes that last a lifetime. By AVREY EVANS

FLOWERS ARE OFTEN ONE OF THE BIGGEST EXPENSES

in weddings, and more and more brides are leaning toward extravagant arrangements with rare and exotic blooms. To extend their beauty long after your wedding day, Haley Cunningham of Everbloom Preservation can turn bouquets, boutonnieres and accessories into brilliant, one-of-akind keepsakes. Cunningham uses high-quality resin to preserve the natural hue and form of each petal, and transform them into functional decor like bookends, coasters, ring holders, serving trays and even side tables. The personalization doesn’t end there, she works with each newlywed to incorporate wedding-day details and personality. “These pieces are really customizable,” she says. “You can include ribbons, invitations, polaroids and even jewelry.” There’s no limit on personal touches, and some of her favorite designs have included cufflinks from the groom, framed photos of lost loved ones and even the collar of a four-legged ringbearer. Each of Cunningham’s pieces become a living time capsule of your special day, preserving not only the flowers, but the feeling of “I do.”

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LOCAL FLORAL PRESERVATIONISTS: Everbloom Preservation everbloompreservation.com Forever Floral Designs foreverfloral.lovable.app Pressed and Bloomy pressedandbloomy.com The Fleur Press thefleurpress.com Flowers of the Press flowersofthepress.com

BEGINNINGS | Jewelry

BEZEL BLING Select an engagement piece that glitters like the stars—the Hollywood stars. A time-honored setting is making a comeback in engagement ring trends. By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

B E Z E L S E T T I N G S are taking the celebrity world by storm: Miley Cyrus, Zendaya and even the lovers’ idol Taylor Swift have all embraced the bezel wave, sporting engagement rings with clean, contemporary lines and the perfect dash of vintage charm. According to Alexis Branscomb, an expert stylist at J. Brooks Jewelers, those oldschool styles, ironically, are making a comeback with fiancées who want something new. “Vintage settings reemerge frequently because they feel fresh in a way—they haven’t been seen recently, so they feel unique and curated.”

Ideal for round-cut diamonds, the bezel setting offers extra protection, opting for a full metal casing around the stone, rather than the typically-seen prong. “A bezel setting is one of the most secure styles you can have for an engagement ring,” says Branscomb. “It’s awesome for anyone really hard on their hands, and offers a great blend of trendy sparkle and classic elegance.” jbrooksjewelers.com

4 5 1. Pauline ring by Gabriel & Co., $2,350; 2. Alexandria Collection 3-Stone Emerald engagement ring by UNEEK, $4,995; 3. Bezel engagement ring with diamonds in white gold, curated for the J. Brooks Collection, $2,420; 4. Zoie engagement ring by J. Brooks Bridal, $3,215; 5. Emerald Bezel Set East to West engagement ring, curated for the J. Brooks Collection, $2,405; All prices reflected for setting only.

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Curated Rentals. Intentional Design. From elevated tabletops to memorable lounge vignettes, Indigo brings together design-forward pieces that transform a space and tell your story. Whether you’re a planner, a designer, or a couple with a vision, we help you create a setting that feels warm, inviting, and effortlessly refined.

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BEGINNINGS | Proposal

JUST THE BEGINNING How one niche Utah planner is helping couples kick off wedding preparations in high style—starting with the proposal

FOR LUCY MONTOYA, owner of Pro Proposal Co., beginnings are critical. Serving both couples local to Utah as well as those paying an extra-special visit, Pro Proposal Co. offers a wide range of packages and experiences to help make every client’s engagement unforgettable. Whether you’re seeking a simple, rose-petaled moment full of quiet love or an over the top engagement weekend of helicopter rides and spa retreats, Montoya is sure to have a package to fit the bill. Pro Proposal Co relies on highly qualified vendors and is ready to customize every detail, so couples can remain in the moment rather than stressing the little things.

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“Every love story has to start somewhere,” she says. “Being part of this ‘beginning’ for couples is so magical, and it also gives them a foundation of vendor relationships to rely on as they begin wedding planning.” As another perk, Pro Proposal Co. also partners with For Her Hand Gem Co. to assist proposers in customizing the perfect engagement ring. Committed to sustainability, For Her Hand Gem Co. waits in the wings to assist with crafting a beautiful, ecofriendly piece that fiancées will treasure for a lifetime. Learn more at proproposalco.com

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By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

BEGINNINGS | Menswear

OLD SCHOOL Today’s grooms are taking advice and influence from heirloom styles and embracing bolder palettes for one-of-a-kind nuptial ensembles By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

ONE UWM GROOM, Dominic Cicerone, drew direct

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: An heirloom color story meets a modern cut in Dominic Cicerone’s wedding look. Jayce, another UWM groom, selected a rich green sport coat to stand out against the Southern Utah landscape which served as backdrop for formal photos. Cicerone’s grandfather in his wedding suit from 1950.

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For Dominic’s look, the jacket was modernized with updated lapel tailoring, as well as changes to buttons for a sleek, on-trend profile. According to the UWM pros, grooms are also embracing color: burgundy, green, browns and blues, reminiscent of classic-cut brands such as Ralph Lauren and Brooks Brothers. Visit UWM store for fabric details. “Across the board, we are seeing far more saturated tones for bolder suits,” says Hoppes. UTAH WOOLEN MILLS 6100 S. State St., Murray uwmmensshop.com

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inspiration from his grandfather’s wedding suit. “There is something timeless and really nostalgic about it,” says Cicerone. His full wedding day look included a cream jacket, black tuxedo pants and black bow tie, all modernized for the present day. “The term ‘old-school’ sometimes puts a wall up, because grooms don’t want to look dated,” says Cody Hoppes, sales specialist at UWM Men’s Shop, where custom suits are a specialty. “That’s not what we are doing. We are taking the traditional styles and hues your grandfather would have worn, and giving them modern tailoring for a fresh and timeless piece.”

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CELEBRATION

MAKERS Written By Blakely Page

THE VISIONARIES BEHIND “I DO”

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In this special section, we highlight Utah’s most talented wedding professionals and showcase 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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Every Blooming Thing

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FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS, Every Blooming Thing has transformed floral design into an art of storytelling. Owner Robert Upwall believes that flowers should do more than decorate a space; they should reflect who a couple truly is. When helping couples explore their floral direction, Upwall begins by learning their story. He enjoys discovering a shared interest or meaningful detail about the couple, and designs from there. “I like to find out what makes them tick and then I design around that,” he explains. His process is grounded in curiosity and connection, resulting in arrangements that feel deeply personal. Unlike many florists that chase trends, Upwall’s creative philosophy remains rooted in authenticity. He focuses on each couple’s vision, helping them discover

what they’re drawn to even if they can’t quite put it into words. His work, which he describes as eclectic, blends refined artistry with nature’s spontaneity. Upwall’s approach to design is immersive. “To me, it’s about a couple’s body language,” he says. “I like to see what they’re responding to and connecting to in person. When you come in person, you get everything to help you choose and I get to know your comfort level.” That connection becomes the foundation of each floral story he builds. Drawing inspiration from nature and using locally grown blooms whenever possible, Upwall often incorporates meaningful flowers, such as those that carry sentimental or symbolic value. The result is a floral design that goes beyond beauty, creating an experience as distinctive as the couple themselves.

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Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: In 2026 we’re tackling larger events on a much higher scale.

EXCITED ABOUT: It’s honestly the work. I’ve been doing this since I was twelve and I still have the same level of excitement as I did when I began. I find the work meaningful and incredibly rewarding.

FRESH IDEAS: We forage for products more than ever! Whether it’s branches, twigs, or something else specific, we like to incorporate touches of nature in our designs, especially if they come from the area surrounding the venue.

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Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: We’re thrilled about our new brick-and-mortar location, giving the community a chance to experience the crossroads between coffee, tea and mixology creations in a space reflecting Mecca’s signature aesthetic of greenery, natural textures and sustainability.

EXCITED ABOUT: I’m excited about more coffee shops taking on a mixology approach to coffee. We’re just starting to see this in Utah!

FRESH IDEAS: It’s no secret we’re seeing a decline in alcohol consumption. People are being more mindful of their consumption and I totally support this! Coffee and matcha bars are starting to become more popular at weddings.

WHEN SARAH O’DONNELL FOUNDED MECCA BAR CO., her goal wasn’t only to serve drinks but to create moments worth remembering. Inspired by the word Mecca, meaning a “place to gather”, she built her business focusing on connection through handcrafted beverages. Mecca’s hand-built bars are filled with garden-grown herbs and fresh mixers in recycled glass bottles, setting the stage for drinks as beautiful as they are intentional. Each cocktail is made with organic, fresh-pressed juice and natural ingredients, offering a taste that feels both artful and authentic. Mecca Bar Co. brings more to the table than just cocktails. Mecca’s espresso and matcha setups have become a popular choice for weddings, festivals, and office dropins, offering an elevated, mindful take on a classic ritual.

What sets Mecca apart is Sarah’s ability to create signature drinks that blend styles and influences into something entirely her own. Beyond weddings and private events, Mecca has become a local favorite at Wheeler’s Farmers Market, where visitors gather each week for seasonal concoctions and warm hospitality. Among Mecca’s most striking elements are the custom gondola bar and photo booth, where refurbished ski gondolas have been reimagined as mobile bars that bring character and charm to any event. For Sarah, Mecca is more than a beverage catering company. It’s a place where creativity and connection meet, and where every glass raised, whether filled with espresso or a handcrafted cocktail, is a celebration of the moment.

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FOR RITA MAGALDE, OWNER AND OPERATOR AT SHEER AMBROSIA, baking has always been more than a recipe. It began in her mother’s kitchen, where dough met the season’s harvest, and became a lifelong devotion to creating something both timeless and new. Her baklava unfolds in 45 golden layers brushed with care and tasting of memory. In Rita’s eyes, baklava is more than dessert; it’s a connection. She’s refined her recipe over the years, layering delicate sheets of thin dough, using a little less sugar and creating a pastry that’s crisp, fragrant and beautifully light, yet still moist. Her mother’s influence runs deep. A Southern baker who used what was in season—blackberries in summer, pecans in fall—she taught Rita to bake with intuition and care. That legacy inspired a

Greek-Southern fusion that is now Sheer Ambrosia’s signature, from classic honey walnut baklava to inventive variations featuring fruit and other varieties of nuts. When working with couples, Rita treats tastings as both a collaboration and celebration. “Taste brings back memories,” she explains, “and each dessert tells a story.” Many couples choose her old-world style baklava as a way to thank guests for celebrating with them. And because the baklava often disappears before the couple gets a bite, she now crafts a small nuptial cake just for them, a sweet thoughtful touch that reflects her philosophy: desserts should be personal, delicious and unforgettable. At the heart of Sheer Ambrosia is Rita’s belief that every dessert should feel like a celebration, a memory and a gift all at once.

RITA MAGALDE OWNER & OPERATOR

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: The future of Sheer Ambrosia is as golden and promising as the layers of its signature baklava. I’m exploring new ways to connect people through dessert with a focus on expanded online offerings, curated gift collections and custom creations for weddings and special events.

EXCITED ABOUT:

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I’ve always been a romantic at heart—I truly love, love. Being part of someone’s wedding day feels like such an honor, and I pour my heart into making it as special as possible. Many of my clients naturally become friends along the way, but whether we stay in touch or not, I always go above and beyond to make their celebration something they’ll never forget.

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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Hoopes Events

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into immersive experiences that reflect each couple’s unique story. Hoopes also brings a special understanding of family dynamics and helps couples navigate what’s most important to both sides while keeping harmony at the center of every decision. And while Hoopes Events is known for its luxurious aesthetic, Hoopes is equally skilled at maximizing every budget. Her philosophy is simple: thoughtful planning and creative problem-solving can make any celebration extraordinary. Her advice to couples? Choose the right venue, understand what’s included and ask questions up front to avoid surprises later. Under Hoopes’ guidance, Hoopes Events continues to redefine what wedding planning can be—personal, polished and effortlessly elegant.

TONYA HOOPES OWNER

Top Tips WHAT’S AHEAD: We are seeing an increase in international weddings. We are currently collaborating with a few companies to develop luxury experiences for clients and their guests.

EXCITED ABOUT: I’m most excited about working with clients who are eager to create an event that authentically represents them. They value unique details and elements that reflect their personalities, and they prioritize spending quality time with their guests.

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FRESH IDEAS: Smaller, more intimate weddings are rising in popularity. Couples are still investing significantly in details but are opting for a more curated guest list. There’s a strong focus on personalizing aspects that are most important to them. PHOTO BY K ATIE EDWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY

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DEPARTMENT | Welcome Party

The Night Before Take cues from a wonderfully Western welcome dinner as you plan your own themed celebration Planning & Design by CANVAS WEDDINGS & EVENTS Photographs by ALIX ANN LOOSLE PHOTOGRAPHY By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

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DRESS CODE In order to fully immerse your guests in your wedding weekend, it’s important to engage them right off the bat. And what better way to set the tone than inviting your friends and family to go all in on your theme? For their rehearsal dinner at High West Saloon on Park City’s Historic Main Street, Amelia and Enzo opted for a cowboy-chic alldenim dress code, and their guests complied with great enthusiasm. In keeping with the Western vibes, Amelia arrived on scene in topto-bottom fringe, kicking off her weekend role as the bride in high style.

DECOR Although this bride was certainly inspired by the landscapes and vignettes of the Wild West, she didn’t consider her celebration a “themed wedding.” To avoid any comparison to the kitsch, wedding planner Rachel Petersen of Canvas Weddings and Events worked with the couple to infuse modern beauty into the design. The welcome dinner featured bright, funky arrangements to offset the moody atmosphere of the Saloon, while on the wedding day itself, soft neutral blooms lent a delicate touch to stark dried florals at Blue Sky Lodge. Each combination was carefully curated for the ideal blend of thematic authenticity and undeniable elegance.

EXPERIENCES Particularly when it comes to destination weddings, crafting quintessential experiences is another surefire way to invite your guests to step into your wedding vision. Amelia and Enzo curated a High West whiskey tasting for their friends and family, as well as specialty cocktails to get the full sampling of the High West portfolio and its odes to Western tradition.

PERSONALIZATION Amid the cheerful blush florals at the welcome party, details infused with Amelia and Enzo’s personalities peek cleverly from the table designs. Numbered signs and menus handdrawn by a friend of the bride depict all the

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fun-filled elements to hint at the wedding mood to come: cowboy boots, dainty florals, funky fonts. And at every setting, fish-shaped place cards welcome guests to their seats with a nod to Enzo’s love of the outdoors. According to Petersen and other pros, personal details such as these are key in crafting an event design that is as authentic as it is memorable. “Amelia wanted the wedding to feel natural, fun and upbeat,” says Petersen.”All of these infused details brought that vision, as well as she and Enzo’s fun personalities, to life.” canvasweddingsandevents.com SEE MORE OF THIS WESTERN-THEMED WEDDING: utahbrideandgroom.com/real-weddingamelia-enzo-at-blue-sky/

VENDORS WELCOME PARTY VENUE: High West Distillery, highwest.com

BAND: Metro Music Club, metromusicclub.com

WEDDING VENUE: The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts, blueskyauberge.com

CEREMONY & COCKTAIL MUSIC: Nate Robinson Music, naterobinsonmusic.com

PLANNING AND DESIGN: Canvas Weddings & Events, canvasweddingsandevents.com

AFTER PARTY DJ: DJ Matty Mo, djmattymo.com

HAIR: I Phill Pretty, iphillpretty.com

FLORAL: Brya Designs, bryadesigns.com

MAKEUP: Makeup by Cherisa, makeupbycherisa.com

RENTALS: All Out Event Rental, allouteventrental.com

PHOTOGRAPHY: Alixann Loosle Photography, alixannlooslephotography.com

RENTALS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com

SECOND SHOOTER: Evelyn Eslava Photography, @evelyneslavaphotography

RENTALS: Indigo Utah, indigoutah.com

VIDEOGRAPHY: Shey Allen Films, sheyallenfilms.com

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By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

W E GET IT, the bridal gown is the star of the show. But a showstopping gown is not the end of the story when it comes to your wedding day look. A true bridal trousseau goes from head to toe, including all the frills, sparkles and accoutrements needed for every moment of the wedding day. Whether you’re missing a statement-making ceremony veil, a pair of runway-worthy dancing shoes for the after party or something extra special for the wedding night, these local designers and neighborhood bridal stops have you covered.

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CHERRY ON TOP Fashion guru McKenzie McKeene crafts custom, oneof-a-kind veils and accessories to put the finishing touch on any bridal ensemble. Whether your look needs some simple sparkle or a dramatic cathedralveil moment, McKeene can design a piece that is undeniably ‘you.’ mckenziemckeene.com

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BASE LAYER Founded by Utah entrepreneur Emily Kelly in 2017, Mentionables is a lingerie brand “by women, for women.” What started out as one newlywed in a basement apartment creating pieces she wished had been available for her own wedding attire has expanded into full body-positive movement, releasing new collections of model-free lingerie lines every season. shopmentionables.com

STRUT YOUR STUFF You may have heard of Hayley Paige—world-renowned wedding gown designer and businesswoman extraordinaire? We thought you might recognize the name. But did you know that this industry powerhouse also has a shoe brand? She is Cheval offers bridal footwear for the whimsical and bold bride, and can be found in select styles at Versailles Atelier Bridal in South Jordan. va-bridal.com; sheischeval.com

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Keyana & Matt LA CAILLE, SANDY SEPTEMBER 14 Planning & Design by HOOPES EVENTS Photographs by CHRISTIE Q PHOTOGRAPHY By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

THE COUPLE Keyana and Matt’s first connection was all thanks to Hinge, but a shared zest for life kept them happily together for 4 years before their snowy winter engagement. Reluctantly agreeing to a post-blizzard hike with Matt and her father, Keyana got a much-deserved surprise after a snowshoe trek near Desolation Lake. As Keyana turned to take some photos at the midway point, Matt quickly took out the ring. “I think that we both blacked out from pure happiness and excitement,” Keyana says. “We enjoyed some champagne at our rest stop, and all of us had a pep in our step the entire hike down.” THE WEDDING The timeless elegance of La Caille made the perfect backdrop for Keyana & Matt’s classic black and white palette. Drawn to the indoor and outdoor charm of the venue, the couple took full advantage of every space: bridal photos at the Chateau on property, a traditional Iranian ceremony on the grand lawn and a magical reception in the luscious greenhouse. After guests arrived on the warm September afternoon, they were greeted by stunning Cottonwood Canyon views and a beautiful Sofreh Aghd, a visual centerpiece and spiritual tableau in Iranian wedding ceremonies, piled high with items representing blessings, purity, prosperity and love for the couples’ new life together. Keyana walked down the outdoor aisle in a pearl and crystal adorned gown by Berta Bridal with a flowing lace overskirt, and Matt awaited her in a classic black tuxedo.

THE PARTY Upon entering the greenhouse venue for the reception, guests were greeted by a striking checkerboard dance floor surrounded by tables bursting with elegant white florals. At the bar, drinks named for the couple’s dogs brought fanfavorite cocktails (a dirty martini and spicy margarita) to the celebration with sentimental flair. Following a classic dinner of beef tenderloin, salmon and salad, Keyana, Matt and their loved ones broke out their best dance moves to a playlist totally authentic to them. The

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newlyweds performed their first dance to a custom mix of country and Iranian music, blending their two favorite styles into one track. “It was a mix of romance and total fun,” says Keyana. The remainder of the night was spent grooving to a curation of country, classic rock and Middle-Eastern music, and enjoying chocolate and vanilla cake before venturing over to La Caille’s Chateau for a late-night afterparty. THE HONEYMOON Following their celebration, Keyana and Matt spent three weeks in a newlywed bubble, exploring the beautiful landscapes of Spain.

VENDORS PLANNING & DESIGN: Hoopes Events,

hoopesevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Christie Q Photography,

christieqphotography.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Scarlet Oak Studio,

scarletoakstudio.com FLORAL: Floral Rhapsody, floralrhapsody.com CATERING: Magleby’s, maglebys.com BAR: Copa Bar Service, copabarservice.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com PHOTOBOOTH: Kaptured Events, kapturedevents.com DJ: DeeJay Al, deejayal.com HAIR: Maggie’s Hair & Bridal,

maggieshairandbridal.com MAKEUP: Raissa Mlynarczyk, @glambymly GOWN: Berta Bridal, berta.com BRIDE’S SHOES: Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman.com TUXEDO: Nordstrom, nordstrom.com

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VENDORS WEDDING PLANNING & DESIGN: Michelle Leo

Events, michelleleoevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Megan Robinson,

meganrobinsonphoto.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Jared Wortley Films,

jaredwortleyfilms.com VENUE, CATERING AND BAR SERVICE: St.

Regis Deer Valley, marriott.com/en-us/hotels /slcxr-the-st-regis-deer-valley FLORAL: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com CAKE: Annie’s Cakes, caratsandcake.com RENTALS: All Out Event Rental and Diamond Rentals, eventrentalutah.com, diamondevent.com GOWN: Galia Lahav and Leah de Gloria via Bridal

Reflections, bridalreflections.com GROOM’S SUIT: Tom Ford, tomfordfashion.com MAKEUP: Kali Chris, kalichris.com HAIR: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackard.com SIGNAGE: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com DJ: Rob Bennion and Gold Standard,

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Seven years into their partnership, Ryan began planning an epic proposal during a trip to the Big Apple. While Rebecca was whisked away to an impromptu nail appointment, Ryan set up an intimate candlelit dinner in a suite overlooking Central Park. Rebecca returned to enjoy a chef-curated four-course meal with her closest circle, and afterward Ryan made a speech reflecting on their New Year’s Resolutions. He’d accomplished them all but one: to marry her. In a rush of happy tears, Rebecca exclaimed, “of course I’ll marry you!”

THE WEDDING St. Regis’ elegant atmosphere and ski-in ski-out access met the couple’s desire for adventure-meets-refinement during their wedding weekend. To take full advantage of Utah’s legendary winter scenery, an outdoor ceremony featured a mirrored aisle and berry-hued florals on all sides. As Rebecca floated down the aisle in a romantic ballgown by Leah de Gloria, soft snowflakes fell from the sky, marking the moment with winter magic. “Our guests even asked if we had paid to have the snow made,” Rachel laughs. “We hadn’t—it was pure magic.”

THE PARTY

Rebecca + Ryan ST. REGIS, DEER VALLEY JANUARY 11 Planning & Design by MICHELLE LEO EVENTS Photographs by MEGAN ROBINSON By AVREY EVANS

THE COUPLE Seattleite Ryan and Salt Lake native Rebecca met as many couples in romcom films do—on the beach. But instead of meeting eyes during a slo-mo sunset scene, Rebecca was hard at work training as a professional slackliner as Ryan looked on. After a mutual friend introduced them, training sessions turned into conversations, dinners, drives along the PCH and eventually, an engagement.

To up the ante, the reception area was embellished with Gatsby-level finery. Decadent gold and black made up the wedding palette, infused with pops of tropical green and pink to evoke a 1920s Havana speakeasy. As guests arrived, they were greeted by a “bouncer” dressed in full roaring ’20s attire who knocked on a secret bookshelf to open and reveal the lavish party within. Each detail told a story of secret indulgence; tarot-themed table assignments, flair bartending, casino tables and a Champagne wall. Once Rebecca changed into a flirty feathered party dress—The Charlie by Leah de Gloria—it was time to start the party. Live music kept revelers on their feet late into the evening, and the after party ensued in the sultry-lit Deer Crest Room. The following morning, wedding-goers enjoyed the ski haven by carving turns down Deer Valley’s award-winning terrain.

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Annie & Wyatt RIVER BOTTOMS RANCH JUNE 7 Planning & Design by K ATE ELIZABETH EVENTS Photographs by WHITNEY HUNT PHOTOGRAPHY By MICHAELIS LYONS

THE COUPLE Annie and Wyatt met growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, and reconnected during Annie’s junior year of college while she was on a trip to Colorado, Wyatt’s new home. When Annie later moved to Denver permanently, a mutual friend set them up and the couple went on their first date the same day that Annie signed her new lease. The couple eventually moved back to Utah, where on Valentine’s Day 2024, Wyatt planned a romantic date night at Butcher’s Chop House on Main Street in Park City. After dinner, Wyatt walked Annie through the snowy night and down to the bridge at the bottom of Main Street, where he got down on one knee and proposed with what Annie says is the most gorgeous ring she has ever seen. Annie then turned around to see their friends capturing the moment. To celebrate the happy couple, the group went to Collie’s Sports Bar for a drink, where Wyatt told Annie about the last surprise he had planned: the next day, the couple would be flying home to Little Rock, Arkansas, to rejoice with family in their hometown.

THE WEDDING Annie and Wyatt knew they wanted a venue that captured the natural beauty of Utah and were swept away by the sensational views at River Bottoms Ranch. Driven by the beauty of the season, the day’s palette embraced an airy composition to complement the ceremony’s outdoor setting. An arched arrangement of brightly colored florals in blue, pink and purple hues created a light, summery feel while an assortment of vases at the aisle entrance elevated the design with a touch of stately elegance. The chic design was the perfect accompaniment to Annie’s showstopping walk down the aisle in a strapless fitand-flare dress with delicate beading along the bodice. Inside the venue, exquisite florals continued to set the stage. Tulips, caille lilies, peonies and hydrangeas adorned the tables, and floral-printed plates added an element of whimsy to the place settings. To keep the design sophisticated, votive candles were weaved into the table decor.

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THE PARTY Upon arrival at the venue, guests were treated to champagne with edible flowers to enjoy during the ceremony. During cocktail hour, four signature drinks were served, including a rosemary paloma, a smoked pineapple jalapeño margarita, a cucumber crush and a blackberry smash. After a dinner of either beef tenderloin with citrus gremolata, local Rocky Mountain Trout with tomato jam, or a sage butter mushroom ravioli, the newlyweds took to the dance floor beneath tulip-adorned chandeliers while the Metro Music Club played “Everything” by Michael Bublé. To end the night, the couple was sent off by sparklers before rejoining their friends and family for an after party at The Spur Bar & Grill.

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Kate Elizabeth Event,

kateelizabethevents.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Whitney Hunt Photography, whitneyhuntphotography.com VIDEOGRAPHER: Kaye Shaye Film, kayeshayefilms.com VENUE: River Bottoms Ranch, riverbottomsranch.com FLORIST: Janie’s Flowers, janiesflowers.com CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com BAR SERVICE: Top Shelf Utah, topshelfutah.com RENTALS: Diamond Event and Tent, diamondevent.com GOWN: The Wedding Atelier Private Label,

weddingatelier.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Marisa Rose, marisarosemph.com CAKE: Aspen Cake Design, aspencakedesign.com MUSIC: Metro Music Club, metromusicclub.com; Oquirrh String Quartet, oquartet.com LINENS: BBJ Latavola, bbjlatavola.com DANCE FLOOR: Utah Floor Wraps, utahfloorwraps.com

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VENDORS PLANNING & DESIGN: Fuse Weddings and Events, fuseweddingsandevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Sparkle Photography, sparklephoto.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Jared Wortley Films, jaredwortleyfilms.com REHEARSAL DINNER CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com WELCOME PARTY VENUE: The Spur Bar & Grill, thespurbarandgrill.com WELCOME PARTY TALENT: Morgan Call Duo, utahlivebands.com RECEPTION VENUE & CATERING: Park Meadows Country Club,

parkmeadowscc.com FLORAL: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com RECEPTION BAND: Rhinestone Rodeo, rhinestonerodeoband.com PAPER GOODS: Twelve30 Creative, twelve30.com INVITATION SUITE: Rebekah Nicole Ink, rebekahnicoleink.com LINENS AND CHARGERS: BBJ/Ta Tavola, bbjlatavola.com RENTALS, All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com;

Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com; Summit Event Rentals, cpartyrentals.com/summitpartyrentalsut ENTRY DRAPING: All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com CHAMPAGNE WALL: Skylark Productions, skylarkprod.com LIVE EVENT PAINTER: Painted by Kelsey Jane, paintedbykelseyjane.com HMUA: Jill Marie Makeup, @jillmariemakeup; Marisa Rose, marisarosemph.com GOWN: Anne Barge, annebarge.com SUIT: State & Liberty, stateandliberty.com RECEPTION DRESS: Eva Landel, evalandel.com BRIDESMAID’S GOWNS: Dessy Group, dessy.com

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recalled, Brandon got to one knee to make one last magical memory— Sydney said yes, all captured in secret by their soon-to-be wedding photographer, Sarah Baltz of Sparkle Photography.

THE WEDDING

Sydney & Brandon PARK MEADOWS COUNTRY CLUB SEPTEMBER 4 Planning & Design by FUSE WEDDINGS AND EVENTS Photographs by SARAH BALTZ OF SPARKLE PHOTOGRAPHY By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

THE COUPLE Sometimes, sparks fly in the most unusual of locations. For this couple, that surprising meet-cute happened in a dormitory elevator at SMU in Dallas, Texas. Now, years later, Sydney (a PA student) and Brandon (a real estate agent and financial manager) have taken the next step toward forever with their whimsical forest-themed wedding celebration. But first, the proposal. On one of the couple’s many trips to Utah, Brandon planned a special surprise for the final hike of the outing. The pair took the lift to Silver Lake and enjoyed pastries among the scenery while reminiscing on their trip. Once pastries were eaten and the trip sufficiently

With Utah a new destination for the majority of their friends and loved ones, the couple set out to craft the ultimate mountain experience for their guests. And with a pickleball welcome party followed by a Western-themed rehearsal dinner at Park City’s The Spur Bar & Grill—complete with local favorite artists Chanson and Creed—all fit the bill. For the main affair, Sydney and Brandon embraced faith and a love of hospitality shared by those with roots in the South. Following a ceremony at St. Mary’s Church (where the pair’s Texas priest flew in to officiate), guests flocked to Park Meadows Country Club for a wholly unexpected, fairy-forest themed reception. Upon arrival, guests entered through a greenery-lined hallway, outfitted with bells to request champagne served by floating, white-gloved hands through the garden walls. Then, drinks in hand, they strolled into the main dining room to find a dazzling floral forest—built from the ground up by Artisan Bloom. A moody foundation of rich forest green was the only color the bride was set on. The rest, a rainbow of whimsical florals and butterfly accents, stood out brilliantly against the dark backdrop. “Butterflies have long been something that connected me to my grandparents,” shares Sydney. “Many of the hanging butterflies were tags from gifts my grandma had given me over the years, and a tribute to my grandfather who passed in 2019.” Sydney greeted her loved ones in a colorfully embroidered Anne Barge ballgown, next to Brandon in a classic black outfit from State & Liberty, a brand custom-cut for athletic builds.

THE PARTY On the menu, guests enjoyed red pepper soup and Greek salad, followed by entrees of filet, sea bass, chicken or cauliflower steaks. Alongside dinner, each table was presented with a raw bar and char-grilled oysters (in honor of Sydney’s New Orleans roots), as well as bird cages filled with sweet pastry selections and a traditional New Orleans-style wedding cake. True to this couple’s style, the celebration was filled with one-of-a-kind experiences: from a live sketch artist to ski-signatures in place of a traditional guestbook. After changing into a flowing second look by Eva Landel, Sydney and her new husband danced the night away to a live band and southern horn line.

THE HONEYMOON After Sydney’s clinical rotations for her degree, the couple will start 2026 with a honeymoon trip to Japan and Thailand.

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THE COUPLE High school sweethearts Alia and Ryan met through mutual friends and are now sharing the college experience at Utah Valley University, where Alia is majoring in digital marketing and Ryan is majoring in business marketing. While the couple had been planning their wedding for a few months leading up to the proposal, Ryan was determined to make the moment a surprise for Alia—and he almost succeeded. He decided he was going to propose on her birthday in September. To throw her off his trail, he told Alia that the ring wasn’t going to arrive until the end of the month. When her birthday came, Ryan had some of Alia’s friends take her out to dinner and shopping in Salt Lake City. But after dinner, she noticed her friend driving towards the Capitol instead, and “instantly knew what was happening.” Upon arrival, Alia saw Ryan standing beneath the trees. When she approached her soon-tobe-fiancé, Ryan got down on one knee and proposed against the golden sunset. After some happy tears and an enthusiastic “yes!” both of their families, who had been waiting in the distance, cheered for the newly-engaged couple.

THE WEDDING Following a sealing ceremony at the Draper LDS Temple, the party moved to Twenty & Creek in Sandy, where Alia had fallen in love with the sleek aesthetic and open layout. The bride wore a ruched satin gown with shoulder sleeves and a sheer veil, while Ryan wore a black suit with a boutonniere composed of blush florals that matched Alia’s bouquet. Both of them displayed their coordinating gold rings— his an elegant band and hers an oval diamond in a basket setting. Surrounding a custom monogrammed dance floor, lush florals in understated white, brown and orange hues brought an autumnal vibe indoors by capturing the spirit of the season without overpowering the subtle details woven throughout the rest of the design.

THE PARTY After a dinner of herb-roasted airline chicken breast with garlic and sage butter gravy, creamy mashed potatoes and roasted haricots verts, Alia and Ryan had their first dance to

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Alia & Ryan TWENTY & CREEK NOVEMBER 22 Planning & Floral Design by L A FÊTE FLORAL Photographs by MIKKI PL AT T By MICHAELIS LYONS

“Biblical” by Calum Scott—a song which holds a special place in both of their hearts. The first number was followed by a mother and son dance to “Half the Man” by Jennifer Hart and a father and daughter dance to “Home Again” by UNSECRET. During the reception, guests were served warm apple cider alongside crème brûlée cake. To end the night, the couple was sent off by sparklers while “A Sky Full of Stars” by Coldplay played in the background.

THE HONEYMOON Following their wedding, Alia and Ryan flew to Cancún, Mexico to celebrate their union.

VENDORS PLANNING AND FLORAL DESIGN: Allison

Baddley at La Fête Floral, lafetefloral.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Mikki Platt,

mikkiplatt.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Emily Rain, emilyrainyamada.com VENUE: Twenty & Creek, twentyandcreek.com CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com RENTALS: All Out Event Rentals, eventrentalutah.com GOWN: Frankie Jane Couture Bridal, frankiejane.com SUITS: H&M, hm.com BRIDESMAID’S GOWNS: Billy J, billyj.us HAIR AND MAKEUP: Marisa Rose,

@Marisarosemph MUSIC: DJ PBaby, djpbaby.com FLOOR WRAP: Utah Floor Wraps,

utahfloorwraps.com PAPER AND SIGNAGE: La Madeleine Studio,

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VENDORS WEDDING PLANNING & DESIGN: Belle Bodas Events,

bellebodasandevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Alixann Loosle Photography, alixannlooslephotography.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Kennidy Nicole Films, kennidy.com VENUE, BAR AND CATERING: Blue Sky Auberge, auberge.com/blue-sky FLORAL: Harvest Floral Company, harvestfloralcompany.com STATIONARY: Anna Black Co., annablackco.com CAKE: Annie’s Cakes, @annies.c.a.k.e.s RENTALS: Summit Party Rentals, cpartyrentals.com GOWN: Galia Lahav, galialahav.com GROOM’S SUIT: Jack Suits, jacksuits.com MAKEUP: Andy Tru, @atrumakeupartist HAIR: Stephanie Brinkerhoff, hairandmakeupbysteph.com DJ: DJ Chu, Echo Talent, echotalent.com

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In the two years they were together, both endured the tremendous loss of seven family members and friends—and through the heartbreak, their bond became a sacred anchor of resilience. During her journey of emotional healing, Tiffani found clarity on the serene shores of Hawaii, and that’s exactly the place Taylor decided to pop the question a year later. Outside their beachfront bungalow on the North Shore, Taylor invited Tiffani on a moonlit stroll down to the water. While Tiffani doodled their initials in the sand, he steeled his nerves, pulled out the ring box and lowered to one knee. Tiffani answered his question with an immediate yes. “Now [Hawaii] is not just my place of healing,” says Tiffani. “It’s our place of new beginnings.”

THE WEDDING Tiffani and Taylor waffled for a bit if they wanted to mark their union offshore or at home. In the end, the couple decided to surround themselves with the familiar landscape of Utah’s mountains at The Lodge at Blue Sky in Wanship. Leaning into the venue’s bucolic setting, Tiffani chose to “let nature set the scene; the crisp mountain breeze, wild native plants and the golden sunset painting the sky.” When it came to the color palette and decor, the couple handed the reins to wedding planner Braelynn Tuitupou of Belle Bodas Events, who elevated the outdoor venue with natural tones, elegant loungers and indigenous flora. Wedding guests settled in outside the property’s mountaintop yurt to witness the ceremony. Opting against a first-look, Taylor set eyes on Tiffani donning an elegant Galia Lahav gown with a plunging neckline and a shimmering sheer skirt. Taylor worked with the tailors at Jack Suits in Salt Lake City to create a custom look with deep olive tones and a patterned vest. To maintain a sense of intimacy, the couple scrapped the traditional wedding party and were instead joined at the altar by their two sons, and Taylor’s best-friend-turned officiant.

THE PARTY

Tiffani & Taylor THE LODGE AT BLUE SKY | AUGUST 2 Planning & Design by BELLE BODAS EVENTS Photographs by ALIX ANN LOOSLE PHOTOGRAPHY By AVREY EVANS

THE COUPLE Utah locals Tiffani and Taylor found each other during a time when they needed a place of safety and strength.

After the “I Dos,” the guests and newlyweds made their way to the plein-air reception space, where Blue Sky’s chefs laid out a relaxed yet elevated BBQ-style feast featuring local ingredients and flavors of the Mountain West. Toast and trips down memory lane ensued, shared alongside saved seats for lost loved ones.“It was our way of keeping them close as we began this new chapter,” Tiffani reflects. To signal the start of the party portion of the evening, Tiffany slipped into a fringed minidress and blinged-out cowgirl boots. The DJ spun up some high-energy music that filled the open sky with the sounds of love and lured barefoot partygoers onto the dance floor. Afterward, the happy couple returned to Blue Sky Lodge for a late-night dip in the pool and their first overnight stay as Mr. and Mrs.

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INSPIRATIONS Three teams of seasoned wedding pros come together to craft a trio of carefully curated styled shoots, showing off the latest and boldest in wedding trends.

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GALLERY STROLL

An old school venue, luxurious tablescapes, saturated florals and a dramapacked gown make for wedding inspiration worthy of the painter’s brush. Planning & Design by SOIREE PRODUCTIONS Photographs by PEPPER NIX ︱ By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

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THE VENUE If elegance and European charm are on your vision board, look no further than Deer Valley’s iconic Stein Eriksen Lodge. Inspired by its namesake Olympian and his Norwegian heritage, the venue’s rich blue and burgundy palette, hand-carved artisan fireplaces and exquisite art collection serve as warm and sultry backdrops for a cozy mountain wedding.

THE DECOR Taking a page from the Stein’s book of bold palettes, abundant color is a driving force in making this design sing. Case in point: beyond the typical gossamer white fabric floating overhead, this design employs a mix of rich chocolate and powdery bluegrey draping to give weight and a sense of place to every element of the reception. Upon entry into the ballroom, dark, towering drapes frame a luxe scene: a plush vintage chair warming at the foot of an intricately carved mantel and a peek of a wintery landscape painting. On either side of the drapes, traditional Victorian garden vases overflow with towering florals in deep,

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saturated magenta, gold and pink, completing the ultimate receiving line photo opportunity. (Also the perfect dramatic backdrop for a bridal portrait to hang in a newlywed nest.) Rather than setting guests up in a sprawling ballroom space, planner Kristin Spear of Soiree Productions also enlisted Wasatch AV to drape an intimate dining experience. Rich color continues from the freestanding arrangements, appearing in candlesticks, linens and fruit strewn across the tablescape as well as woven into individual bouquets, evoking the quiet grace of a still life painting. Finally, enclosed in a cocoon of textural white drapes, a full-color cake by Stein’s expert pastry team echoes the blue tones of the dinner setup.

THE LOOK The Charlotte gown by Floure Studio, available at Frankie Jane Couture Bridal in Orem, features an intriguing asymmetrical neckline and a regal basque-waist bodice. A Victorian-era darling that is gaining steam with modern brides, the basque waist is coveted for its ability to add shape and edge to a fullskirted ensemble. And speaking of skirts—this design sports a dramatic two-meter train of billowing silk satin, capturing light from all angles.

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VENDORS PHOTOGRAPHY: Pepper Nix, peppernix.com PLANNING & DESIGN: Soiree Productions,

soireeproductions.com FLORAL: Decoration, Inc., decorationinc.com VENUE: Stein Eriksen Deer Valley, steinlodge.com GOWN, VEIL, SELECT ACCESSORIES: Frankie Jane

Couture Bridal, frankiejane.com BRIDAL JEWELRY: J. Brooks Jewelers,

jbrooksjewelers.com MODEL: Martine Perez, via TMG, talentmg.com HMUA: Kali Chris Hair and Makeup, kalichris.com DRAPING: Wasatch AV, wasatchav.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com BTS VIDEO: Jared Wortley Films, jaredwortleyfilms.com

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Palette Play

Don’t dull your personality on your big day. Irene + Co Events demonstrates how to let bold color and whimsical design land gracefully with careful attention to detail. Planning & Design by IRENE + CO EVENTS Photographs by MORGAN LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

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BE BOLD For the couple with heaps of personality, why diminish it on your biggest day? “Your wedding day is the day to embrace all of the ‘muchness’ that you are,” says event planner Irene Katzias. For this setup, Katzias lets decor get loud with unapologetic color and out-of-the-box design. “For the ceremony arch, I wanted it to be something natural, fun and free—like it was growing right out of the ground.” And, in contrast to the modern-edged facade of The Venue at The Ranches, this organic design, bursting with pink peonies and vibrant orchid accents, is the perfect mix to add a sense of whimsy. Inside, Katzias skipped the tabletop arrangements and instead enlisted Mille Fleur Design to custom-build a stunning tree as the centerpiece of the reception space. “I am seeing more couples embrace installations,” she says. “It’s a way to be more impactful with the budget, and allows guests to have a one-of-a-kind experience.” In another tradition-bucking move, this team skipped the traditional handheld bouquet in favor of a modern approach that turns bridal florals into a chic accessory. Against a sleek columnar gown with pearl details, an armband floral arrangement hangs on with laid-back ease, acting as sculptural art while allowing the bride’s hands to be free for greetings and glass-clinking.

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SET THE TONE Your wedding paper suite is the ideal opportunity to showcase your personality and unique event vision before the celebration even begins. In this collection, the colors, patterns and textures of the wedding day make a ‘sneak peek’ appearance. Vibrant fuchsia trim and print are the first introduction to the event. Inside the punchy envelopes, playful pattern teases the linens to come on the big day, and a pearl-adorned vellum overlay mimics the sleek bridal gown. “I love playing around with texture for an elevated finish,” says Katzias. Later, those textures come back into play on the tables: rose gold flatware, and elegant-edged Eleanor plates from Indigo Event Rentals lend softness and subtle elegance atom the linen’s bold pattern.

DAY TO NIGHT The designer’s fluency in top-notch detail doesn’t just apply to paper, and comes in handy when preparing for a day-to-night event. “You have to plan ahead for the move from natural light to evening lighting,” Katzias says. “Preplanning helps curate a very intentional story with lighting, and gives your evening design so much more depth.” Rather than relying on glaring fluorescent lights after the natural sunlight fades, bring your own lighting plan to set the mood. Here, a combination of stylish table lamps, glowing orb lights and strategic spotlight and uplighting lend a formal air to the dinner setting. Katzias also crafted an elevated experience for this event’s afterparty. Oversized metallic inflatables, a plum-colored dessert stand, a sleek light-tunnel photobooth and an innovative DJ/saxophonist combo make for an interactive and unforgettable experience for the couple and their guests.

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VENDORS PLANNING & DESIGN: Irene + Co

LIGHTING PRODUCTION:

Events, irenecoevents.com

Wasatch AV, wasatchav.com

PHOTOGRAPHY:

TABLETOP RENTALS: Indigo Event Rentals, indigoutah.com

Morgan Leigh Photography, morganleighphotography.com VENUE: The Venue at the Ranches,

theranchesvenue.com FLORIST: Mille Fleur Design,

millefleurdesign.com CAKE: cake. By Alessandra, cakeut.com BTS CONTENT CREATOR:

Reverie BTS Co., reveriebts.com DJ: Powell Weddings & Events,

powellweddingsevents.com SAXOPHONE: Jarom Christensen

RENTALS: Summit Party Rentals, summitpartyrentals.com HMUA: Beauty by Reese,

beautybyreese.com MODELS: Marin Burraston, @mamma_long_legs; and Ethan Kartchner, @ethan.kart GOWN: Versailles Atelier Bridal, va-bridal.com VEIL AND EARRINGS: Christie

Lauren, @christielaurenheadpieces

Music, @jaromchristensenmusic

SHOES: She is Cheval, @sheischeval

PAPER GOODS: Polite Paper,

SUIT: Suit Up, suitupcustomclothing.com

politepaper.com LINENS: BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com

AFTER PARTY DECOR/ PHOTOBOOTH: Snap, Pop, Party,

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Bold, daring and “unapologetically luxe,” Chelsie McRae of Life Moments Events brings seasoned pros together to create a wedding design that redefines luxury Written by MICHAELIS LYONS ︱ Photographs by BREANNA WHITE

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As a firm believer that she is, “only as good as the incredible vendors I surround myself with,” wedding planner Chelsie McRae gave her team of talented wedding professionals the freedom to follow their own muses with the concept of a sophisticated, maximalist event as a guide.

BACK TO BLACK In an industry saturated with color, McRae flips the status quo on its head with a striking monochrome palette driven by alluring visuals, engaging textures and dynamic lighting. The seemingly-simple black, white and silver color scheme creates a canvas on which every carefully curated detail, from the ruched table linens and expertlylaid flatware to the soft fog and artful lighting, shines with extraordinary technique.

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MODERN EDGE Taking full advantage of Utah’s hottest new venue, McRae embraces the sleek, modern design of the Grand Hyatt at Deer Valley with a blend of geometric elements and romantic details. Expertly staged white and silver draping by Lumiere Utah hangs vertically behind the sweetheart table in an innovative move that departs from the traditional method of swooping fabric. This practice of taking classic elements and imbuing them with a modern twist continues with chrome-painted monstera leaves and anthurium by Haus of Stems, selected by Jill Savage of Floral Rhapsody. Curated lighting by Peak Sound guides the eye to delicately crafted vignettes along the tablescapes, creating impactful visual moments throughout the design. In a hidden speakeasy, two brides enjoy an intimate moment away from their guests. One bride wears a black satin a-line gown, the other a complementing mermaid

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VENDORS PLANNING & DESIGN: Chelsie McRae, Life Moments Events,

creatinglifemoments.com PHOTOGRAPHER: Breanna White, breannawhite.com VIDEOGRAPHY: Alex Pizarro Productions, alexpizarroproductions.com VENUE AND CATERING: Grand Hyatt Deer Valley,

hyatt.com/grand-hyatt/en-US/slcgp-grand-hyatt-deer-valley FLORAL DESIGN: Floral Rhapsody, floralrhapsody.com, FLORAL WHOLESALE: JFS Wholesale Floral, jfswholesale.com CHROME TROPICALS: Haus of Stems, @hausofstems GOWNS: Versailles Atelier, va-bridal.com JEWELRY: Wilson Diamonds,wilsondiamonds.com DRAPING AND CUSTOM BACKDROP: Lumiere Utah, lumiereutah.com LIGHTING AND PROJECTION: Peak Sound, peaksoundut.com HMUA: Elyssa Anderson, elyssaanderson.glossgenius.com MODELS: Kait Nielsen, @kjuice7; Morgan McOlash RENTALS: CLM Event Rentals, clmeventrentals.com;

Karla Edlinger Events, karlaedlingerevents.com PAPER: Ruby Jane Events, rubyjaneevents.com

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VENDORS PHOTOGRAPHY: Sparkle Photography, Park City WEDDING PLANNER: Lillie Garrido for Soiree

Productions, Park City, CATERING: High West Distillery, Park City CEREMONY AND RECEPTION SITE: Blue Sky Ranch, Wanship, FLOWERS: Silver Cricket Floral Atelier, Park City TABLE AND CHAIR RENTALS: Alpine Event Rentals, Provo LINEN AND CHINA RENTALS: Diamond Rentals, SLC RINGS: O.C. Tanner Jewelers, Park City INVITATIONS: Nine Grain Design, Park City GOWN: Mira Zwillinger, Tel Aviv, Israel; Mark Ingram Atelier, New York SUITS: Beckett & Robb, SLC BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWN: Jenny Yoo, New York, New York ENTERTAINMENT: Aaron Ashton Band, SLC; The Cowling Band, Los Angeles, CA.

cut with a plunging illusion neckline in the same color. Their dazzling ensembles create an arresting tableau against the backdrop of the bar.

FABULOUS FLORALS With a composition influenced by sharp lines and modern themes, McRae says it was up to Savage’s floral design to take the event from a high-end gala to a lush wedding. On the outdoor patio, delicately hung white hydrangea, Playa Blanca roses and bleached hanging amaranthus bring the ceremony space to life in the forefront of breathtaking valley-views. “The ceremony was meant to feel larger than life without interrupting the sweeping

views of the Jordanelle Reservoir,” says Savage of Floral Rhapsody. “I wanted the florals to be visually engaging, with shapes and layers that guided your eye across the entire backdrop.” Inside the ballroom, the floral arrangements continue to elevate the design. “We shifted the energy to a more intimate, atmospheric experience,” Savage continues. “Candle styling warmed the entire space, and the florals spilled from the tables to the floor to create a sense of depth and movement. The goal was for guests to feel wrapped in the design the moment they stepped inside.”

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Utah’s southern region is rapidly becoming known for not only The Mighty Five—but also as a luxurious destination for your dream wedding. Southern Utah has long been heralded as a hotspot for adventurers, as home to five national parks with some of the world’s most iconic views. But over the last few years, the region has been elevating beyond the expected outdoorsy fare, becoming a much-discussed destination for influencers, athletes and, yes, couples looking to host a high-end wedding celebration. Come with us and explore three of the region’s most unique nuptial destinations, offering one-of-a-kind experiences for weddings of all styles.

ations Written by MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW Image Courtesy of BL ACK DESERT RESORT

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If highly-exclusive, luxurious and intimate are ‘must-haves’ on your wedding wishlist, Canyon Point’s Amangiri resort is your ideal destination. Situated on 920 pristine acres of desert landscape, Amangiri is surrounded by some of Utah’s most iconic natural sites, such as Bryce Canyon, Monument Valley and Lake Powell. With a dozen established venues and countless other vistas for outdoor gatherings along the allseason resorts’ private trails, Amangiri is the ideal mix of desert adventure and luxurious comfort.

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This contemporary dining space lets desert views take center stage, with sweeping mesas and a pared-back aesthetic making it the perfect landing place for low-slung receptions and cocktail hours.

CAMP SARIK A At Camp Sarika, the resort’s exclusive satellite camp available for event buyout, an elegant dining room flows effortlessly

VENDORS PLANNER AND BTS CONTENT: Not Jess A Planner, notjessaplanner.com

PHOTOGRAPHY: Haley Nord, haleynordphotography.com

FLORALS: Orchid Dynasty, orchiddynasty.com

kelanifilms.com

HMU: Breedlove Beauty, breedlovebeauty.com

OFFICIANT: Outland Adventures, outlandadventures.net

VIDEOGRAPHY: Kelani Films,

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onto an alfresco patio with an elemental atmosphere. Here, couples can show off the best of Utah with locally-sourced seasonal menus that blend the state’s rustic yet refined flavors for the ultimate desert experience.

RAVEN’S NEST A short hike from Camp Sarika’s main pavilion, the Raven’s Nest is just one of many open-air stone venues around Amangiri’s expansive property. Wrapped in circular walls of natural Entrada sandstone, Raven’s Nest and similar alcoves provide the perfect spot for casual dinners, after-party desserts or intimate ceremonies under the open sky.

AMENITIES & EXPERIENCES Alongside the dining settings at Desert Lounge and Camp Sarika, the Amangiri Resort Restaurant centers on an open-plan kitchen with an American Southwestinspired menu, infused with modern global influences. A four-course ‘Spirit of the Journey’ tasting menu pays tribute to the region’s indigenous tribes, and any dining desire can be taken on the road with one of the resort’s many outdoor dining experiences. And for the pinnacle of pampering, visit the Amangiri Spa. From individual facial and massage treatments to multiday detoxification programs, the spa has everything you need to unwind and prepare for your big day. aman.com/resorts/amangiri

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ALTRUISTIC ADVENTURES For the adventurous souls and the big-hearted brides, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab has crafted the ultimate, animal-centered wedding experience.

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ANGEL’S L ANDING Named in a clever nod to one of Utah’s most iconic hikes, the ‘Angel’s Landing’ at Best Friends is not a towering thousand-foot rock formation, but rather an enchanting meadow tucked into an amphitheater of red rock cliffs.

The outdoor venue features a round lawn, a peaceful brook and rock faces perfectly formed to contain ceremony altars, guest lounges and more.

THE L ABYRINTH Atop the cliffs of the sanctuary’s Angel Canyon, The Labyrinth is an ethereal rock maze constructed in the property’s Gratitude Garden, surrounded by nearly 360-degree views of desert canyons. Secluded, serene and beautifully landscaped, the setting is perfect for an intimate ceremony site.

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AMENITIES AND EXPERIENCES BEST FRIENDS ROADHOUSE & MERCANTILE Out of town guests? No sweat. Invite your VIPs and their furry plus-ones to stay right on-property at Best Friends RoadHouse and Mercantile, where people and pets alike get top-notch lodging in the heart of Kanab.

FOUR-LEGGED GUESTS It comes as no surprise that the sanctuary is, in fact, a working animal rescue. Best Friends Animal Society lends eligible animals to sleep over in rooms with visitors at the Mercantile, invites guests on tours or volunteer excursions throughout the property and even delivers adoptable four-legged friends to interact with celebrators at any wedding event on site.

ICONIC VIEWS Visitors can enjoy countless photo opportunities both on property and in the nearby Zion National Park. On Best Friends land, epic fan favorites include West Cutler point, Kanab Creek and Red Knoll, all showcasing a variety of desert viewscapes.

Alongside a host of local eateries in the quaint town of Kanab, the Sanctuary is home to the Best Friends Angel Village Café, an awardwinning vegan restaurant open for welcome parties and rehearsal dinners. bestfriendscelebrations.com

VENDORS PLANNING AND DESIGN: Forevermore Events,

forevermoreevents.com FLORAL DESIGN: By Bloomers, bybloomers.com PHOTOGRAPHY: M. Felt Photography, mfeltphotography.com RENTALS: St. George Party Rentals, stgeorgepartyrentals.com OUTSIDE CATERING: Chef Shon, Sego Catering,

segokanab.com; Red Fort, redfortcuisine.com

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HMUA: Chantry Wagstaff, Honey Salon, honeysalonutah.com PAPER DETAILS: Black Julep Studio, blackjulepstudio.com A/V: Festival Sounds, festivalsounds.com SKETCH ARTIST: Tao Tao Holmes, @tao.tao.art.art CEREMONY MUSIC: Indrajit Banerjee and Jason McKenzie, indrasitar.com

(DOG) PHOTO COURTESY OF BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SANCTUARY

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For the ultimate resort wedding experience, look no further than the booming community of Ivins, UT, where Black Desert Resort has set up shop as the nexus of luxury, natural wonder and adventure. “Black Desert Resort is a destination where weddings become multi-day celebrations that merge culinary excellence, world-class venues and unforgettable group adventures,” says Evan Breckenridge, director of marketing.

THE EAST TERRACE While any view at BDR is nothing short of cinematic, the hotel’s East Terrace overlooks a black lava field golf course, and offers panoramic backdrops of vermilion cliffs and Snow Canyon red rock that are unparalleled by any other destination.

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CLUB 73

Bring the brilliance of the natural world to your indoor reception in one of Black Desert’s stunning ballrooms. Capable of hosting up to 600 guests, the sleek and elegant Onyx and Obsidian ballrooms feature towering columns of glowing natural stone, glittering chandeliers and customizable layouts to help you celebrate the beauty of the desert with a modern edge your guests won’t soon forget.

Perfect for welcome parties or bachelor bashes, Club 73 is a backyard BBQ-inspired space with patio seating, panoramic views and a 36-hole putting green. Unapologetically playful, it’s the ideal spot to get guests in the mood for a celebration.

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THE REEF VIP LOUNGE Want an unforgettable afterparty? Book your after-hours soiree at The Reef VIP lounge, a hidden 7,000-square-foot venue with a theater room, shuffleboard and more for elevated, intimate late-night gatherings.

ACTIVITIES AND AMENITIES GREATER ZION EXPLORATION Whether your preferred adventure method is hiking or horseback riding, off the beaten path by ATV or off the path entirely in a houseboat, BDR’s signature infusion of destination wedding with red-rock adventure crafts a totally unique experience for visiting couples and their guests. A host of curated experiences allow newlywedsto-be to celebrate their love, their way: bachelor bashes include golf, Jeep tours and craft cocktails; bachelorette getaways feature poolside cabanas, horseback riding and live performances at the iconic Tuacahn Amphitheater; or, for couples just wanting to kick back, luxurious couples retreats at Plume Spa get you relaxed and ready for the big day.

DINING Basalt: Primed for celebrations, this elevated fine dining experience features a menu stacked with UT-47 Prime beef raised by Utah ranchers, sustainable seafood and panoramic views. Latitude: For an easy-breezy reception, book at Latitude’s open-air lakeside restaurant with seasonal menus and sweeping views, also ideal for rehearsal dinners or farewell brunches. 20th Hole: For the casual party people, this massive 14,000-square-foot sports bar venue is the ideal landing space—full of sleek design, golf simulators and comfort dishes. blackdesertresort.com.

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Center STAG By MEGAN BARTHOLOMEW

Photography by HEATHER NAN

Styling by KORI LAUREL

Bridal looks that embrace the dramatic and bold— firmly claiming your place as the star of the show.

Today’s modern bride is welcoming the limelight, celebrating her big day and all the events leading up to it with spotlight-forward bridal photography, impressive venues and, naturally, unforgettable gowns. This collection of bridal styles, styled by Kori Laurel and captured by photographer Heather Nan, pulls back the curtain on the larger-than-life styles that are characterizing this wedding season’s leading ladies. Jewelry provided by O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

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SITTING PRETTY The bubble skirt is here to stay, and for good reason: undeniable star power and dimension. Whether floating down the aisle or lounging around, the Charlotte gown by Zuri Bridal delivers a double-take-worthy dose of volume. Walters Faith 5-row tubular earrings in 18k yellow gold, $3,895; Roberto Coin Love By The Inch 5-station diamond necklace in 18k gold, $3,180; O.C. Tanner Collection round 3k oval diamond engagement ring; Rahamiov 18k yellow gold bangle with 3k oval diamond inset. Additional pricing available upon request.

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A LEG UP Delicate lace tights add whimsical flair to the shapely Leighton gown by Watters, $2,795, crafted from luxurious mikado fabric concealing a bold waist-high slit in the folds of its ballgown skirt. Bayco Oval & Rose cut diamond ring in platinum, pricing upon request. Select Watters gowns available via Fantasy Bridal, Murray. Inquire with store for style availability.

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VENDORS PHOTOGRAPHY: Sparkle Photography, Park City WEDDING PLANNER: Lillie Garrido for Soiree

THROW IT BACK A versatile two-piece set by Moira Hughes, starting at $3,500 from Renee Atelier, ensures a truly oneof-a-kind bridal ensemble. Here, the Tempeste Bodice—featuring an elegant button closure and hand-sewn beading detail—teams with a full raw silk skirt for drama from every angle. Ole Lynggaard Pearl Jacket earrings with shooting star diamond studs in 18k gold, $13,600 set; O.C Tanner Collection 2.4k custom engagement ring in 18k yellow gold. Additional pricing available upon request.

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PRIMA DONNA With a drop waist and billowing organza skirt, Watters’ A-Line Felicity gown, $2,000, exudes both elegance and sensual sophistication. Veil via Kori Laurel collection. Ole Lynggaard Wild Rose earrings in 18k gold, $6,600; O.C. Tanner collection 2.4k custom engagement ring in 18k yellow gold, pricing upon request. Select Watters gowns available via Fantasy Bridal, Murray. Inquire with store for style availability.

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ALL IN Take advantage of the spotlight with a face-framing cathedral veil—the perfect accessory to take your ensemble from basic to high-fashion. Fili gown with topper by Watters, starting at $2,395, available via Fantasy Bridal, Murray. Mariana Hardwick cathedral veil from Renee Atelier Bridal, SLC. O.C. Tanner Collection 1.5k Round diamond engagement ring in 18k gold, $14,000.

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LAYERED UP ABOVE: Embrace a vintage vibe with this lightcatching inset engagement ring in classic yellow gold. O.C. Tanner Collection Round 1.5k diamond engagement ring in 18k yellow gold, $14,000. LEFT: Embrace bridal elegance with the Elle column gown by Alyssa Kristin, crafted from intricately-textured floral jacquard. Then, for added luxury, wrap up in the design’s Italian mikado overskirt: fashion-forward and overflowing with romance. Memoire Pave huggie hoop earrings in 18k white gold, $2,000. Select Alyssa Kristin designs available via The Bridal Studio, SLC. Inquire with store for style availability.

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DEARLY BELOVED Charm never goes out of fashion. Case in point, this 1980’s vintage lace column gown with pearldetail puff sleeves embodies all the sweet style a 2026 bride could dream of. Gown from Lovers Bridal. Mikimoto Dangle pearl earrings in 18k yellow gold, $6,500; Bayco Oval & Rose cut diamond ring in platinum, pricing upon request.

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STRIKE A POSE Structure, sparkle and contrast combine in this high style combo from Grace Loves Lace. LEFT: The Aurora topper, from $600, adds sculptural edge to this otherwise sweet and sparkly sheath. With delicate ruching an asymmetrical drop waist and a flowing train, this addition is all about visual impact. RIGHT: The Amandine gown, $3,600, features a full column of delicate corded lace and hints of glitter for a feminine finish. BELOW: Ashoka 2.08k diamond engagement ring in platinum, $4,600, via O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

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VENDORS VENUE: Twenty & Creek, twentyandcreek.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Nan, heathernanphoto.com STYLING: Kori Laurel, korilaurel.com MODELS: Casey Macula, @caseymacula; Nefan Deng,

@nefan_; Claire Crouse, @claire_crouse HAIR: Kali Chris, kalichris.com MAKEUP: Kristen Packard Artistry, kristenpackard.com DRAPING INSTALLATION: Wasatch AV, wasatchav.com LINEN AND DRAPERIES: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com BTS VIDEO: Whitehead Films, whiteheadfilms.com JEWELRY: O.C. Tanner Jewelers, octannerjewelers.com

A MINI MOMENT For your reception, why not slip into something just as dazzling as your ceremony gown? These fun-filled miniature gowns each pack a punch of glitter for your afterparty look. ABOVE: Ravella Mini by Grace Loves Lace, $2,000; Choker topper via Renee Atelier Bridal; Bayco Oval & Rose cut diamond ring in platinum, Bayco Rose cut 2.25k diamond earrings in platinum, $18,000, from O.C. Tanner Jewelers. RIGHT: Camille Mini by Grace Loves Lace, from $1,600; Pasquale Bruni .66 carat Petite Garden Flower earrings in 18k gold, $7,000, from O.C. Tanner Jewelers. Select Grace Loves Lace designs available via The Bridal Studio, SLC. Inquire with store for style availability. Jewelry via O.C. Tanner Jewelers

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SWEPT AWAY Capture every windswept photo-op on your big day with face-framing bangs and a billowing accessory like the Sheridan gown and cape by Casablanca Bridal. Pasquale Bruni Petite Garden Flower earrings in 18k white gold, $7,000; Ashoka 2.08k diamond engagement ring in platinum. Additional pricing available upon request. Select Casablanca Bridal designs available via Fantasy Bridal. Inquire with store for style availability.

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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

Marae Events 3267 E. 3300 South, SLC (801) 231-4380 maraeevnts.com

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

Sweet Afton Floral (307) 203-7957 sweetaftonfloral.com

Jewelers & Accessories Fred Meyer Jewelers

Cakes & Caterers

To find a location near you, please visit: fredmeyerjewelers.com

Cuisine Unlimited Catering & Special Events

O.C. Tanner Jewelers

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

15 S. State Street, SLC (801) 532-3222 416 Main Street, Park City (435) 940-9470 octannerjewelers.com

Good Day Catering 7872 Old Bingham Highway, West Jordan (801) 532-7829 gooddaycatering.com

Photographers & Videographers

Sheer Ambrosia Bakery

1138 Meadowfork Road, Provo (435) 313-9139 katinov.com

Sysco Intermountain 9494 S. Prosperity Road, West Jordan (801) 563-6300 sysco.com

Decorators/ Florists Cactus & Tropicals 2735 S. 2000 East, SLC (801) 485-2542 7696 S. Main Street (801) 253-4790 12252 S. Draper Gate Drive, Draper (801) 676-0935 cactusandtropicals.com

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Utah Jive (801) 742-1662 utahjive.com

Wedding Venues, Hotels & Resorts 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

Decoration Inc.

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

826 S. 500 West, SLC (801) 521-8533 decorationinc.com

Black Rock Mountain Resort 909 W. Peace Tree Trail, Heber City (435) 575-1700 blackrockmountainresort.com

PHOTO BY WHITNEY HUNT PHOTOGRAPHY

1749 S. State Street, SLC (801) 891-6242 sheerambrosiabakery.com

Katinov Photography LLC

Deer Valley Resort

River Bottoms Ranch

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

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

East Zion Resort

2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City (435) 940-5700

490 E. State Street, Orderville (833) 378-9466 eastzionresort.com

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

Millcreek Common 1354 E. Chambers Avenue, Millcreek (801) 214-2700 millcreekcommon.org

Natural History Museum of Utah 301 Wakara Way, SLC (801) 581-6927 nhmu.utah.edu

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

Red Canyon Lodge 2450 Red Canyon Road, Dutch John (435) 889-3759 redcanyonlodge.com

St. Regis - Deer Valley

Sundance Mountain Resort 8841 N. Alpine Loop Road, Sundance (801) 225-4107 sundanceresort.com/weddings

The Ledges of St. George 1585 Ledges Parkway, St. George (435) 634-4640 ledges.com

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

Walker Farms 26 S. 500 East Street, Lindon (801) 899-5102 walkerfarms.com

Wine Country Inn 777 Grande River Drive, Palisade, CO (970) 464-5777 coloradowinecountryinn.com

Rentals Diamond Event & Tent 4518 S. 500 West, SLC (801) 262-2080 diamondevent.com

Indigo Event Rentals 229 Cottage Avenue, Sandy (801) 905-8051 indigoutah.com

Restaurants & Bars Copa Bar Service 225 Cottage Avenue, Sandy (801) 829-1964 copabarservice.com

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

Mecca Bar Co. 650 S. 500 West, SLC (801) 449-0182 meccabarco.com

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

Vine Lore Wine & Spirits 1314 S. 1100 East, SLC (801) 883-9650 vinelore.com

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Memorial House in Memory Grove Park

Begin your forever in a place where time stands still

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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

venue

contact

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

venue

Alta Lodge 10230 E. Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, Alta

(800) 707-2582 altalodge.com

150

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

(801) 742-3000 altaperuvian.com

200

Asher Adams Hotel 2 S. 400 West, Salt Lake City

(801) 895-3195 asheradamshotel.com

300

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

Monaco: (801) 990-9776 Monaco-saltlakecity.com

Bellissimo Gardens at Tuscany 2832 E. 6200 South, SLC

Bambara: (801) 363-5454 bambara-slc.com (385) 323-9060 bellissimolovegarden.com

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

110

300

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SLC: 60

ecclesalumnihouse.utah.edu

500

Commercial Club 32 Exchange Place, SLC

(801) 455-1599 commercialclubvenue.com

200

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Draper: 100

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

(801) 581-6995

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Eccles Theater 131 S. Main Street, SLC

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Edison House 335 S. 200 West, SLC

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Ember 623 S. State Street, SLC

•

contact

•

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

(385) 468-1030

1,000

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(385) 799-7770 edisonhouseslc.com

100

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(385) 355-4211 emberslc.com

250

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saltlakecountyarts.com/ venues/eccles-theater/

Enchanted Event Venue 801-368-0255 5262 Anthem Peak Ln., Herriman enchantedeventscenter.com

300

The Grand America Hotel 555 S. Main Street, SLC

1,200

(801) 258-6770 grandamerica.com

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LEGEND Guest capacity: Max quantity of guests. On-site: The venue provides catering and/or bar services in-house.

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Outdoor Area: The venue has outdoor spaces available for booking. On-site coordinator: The venue has a coordinator to assist with your planning and day-of logistics.

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Salt Lake Region

venue

contact

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

The Hilton, Salt Lake City Center 255 S. West Temple, SLC

(801) 328-2000 hilton.com

1,000

Gallivan Center 239 S. Main Street, SLC

(801) 535-6110 thegallivancenter.com

300

Hyatt Regency 170 S. West Temple, SLC

(801) 596-1234 hyatt.com

1,800

The Ivy House 550 S. 600 East, SLC

(801) 792-3161 ivyhouseweddings.com

500

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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Le Jardin 1910 Dimple Dell Road, Sandy

(801) 326-2511 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

(801) 272-8255 log-haven.com

400

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Louland Falls Highway 80, Exit 131, SLC

(801) 455-4989 loulandfalls.com

200

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium 12033 South Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper

(801) 355-3474 livingplanetaquarium.com

200

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Magnolia Grove 1117 W. South Jordan Pkwy., South Jordan

(801) 254-8848 eventsatmagnolia.com

2,500

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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

9385 S. Snowbird Center Dr., Snowbird snowbird.com

1 (800) 232-9542

900

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

200

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Solitude Mountain Resort 12000 Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude

250

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

350

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The Grandview at (801) 214-2613 Millcreek Common millcreekcommon.org/ 1330 E. Chambers Ave., Millcreek private-events

200

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The Tasting Room 357 W. 200 South, SLC

(801) 225-6575 tastingroomslc.com

250

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

(801) 213-8770 monsoncenter.utah.edu

250

•

Twenty & Creek 2050 Creek Rd., Sandy

(801) 618-7142 twentyandcreek.com

400

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Utah State Capitol 350 N. State St., SLC

(801) 538-3074 utahstatecapitol.utah.gov

1,000

•

Wheeler Farm 6351 S. 900 East, SLC

(385) 468-1755 slco.com/wheelerfarm

500

•

Marriott City Center 220 S. State Street, SLC

(801) 961-8700 marriott.com

1,500

•

McCune Mansion 200 N. Main Street, SLC

(801) 531-8866 mccunemansion.com

500

•

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

•

230

•

900

1,100

hilton.com/en/hotels/slcpsup-thepeery-salt-lake-city-downtown

•

801-581-5445 stadium.utah.edu/

(801) 531-0800 marriott.com

Peery Hotel 110 W. Broadway,SLC

•

Rice Ecccles Stadium 451 S. 1400 East, SLC

•

Marriott Downtown 75 S. West Temple, SLC

(801) 521-4300

•

200

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

300

350

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

Millennial Falls 12375 S. 1300 East, Draper

(801) 966-1280 Plum and Pine 6388 S. Redwood Rd., Taylorsville plumandpineevents.com

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

(801) 585-0556 redbuttegarden.org

•

contact

Red Butte Garden 300 Wakara Way, SLC

•

venue

•

(303) 749-8370 solitudemountain.com

•

Utah Valley Region venue

contact

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

(801) 763-7173 Alpine Art Center 40 S. Alpine Highway #100, Alpine alpineartcenter.com

500

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Grove Station 273 N. County Blvd., Pleasant Grove

(801) 608-6002 grovestationpg.com

250

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Hidden Orchards 315 N. Orchard Lane, Santaquin

(509) 281-1207 hiddenorchards.com

Hobble Creek Manor 202 Left Fork Hobble Creek Canyon, Springville Knot and Pine 45 E. 200 North, Alpine

160

•

(801) 419-1545 hcmanorevents.com

200

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(801) 770-4642 knotandpine.com

450+

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WEDDING VENUE GUIDE 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.

Northampton House (385) 324-9973 198 W. 300 North, American Fork northamptonhouse.com

550

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350 Main 350 Main Street, Park City

(435) 649-3140 350main.com

100

Northridge Valley Event Center (801) 763-7173 975 E. Northridge Dr., Mapleton northridge-valley.com

200

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4U Ranch 3158 W. 5000 North, Peoa

4uranch.org

250

Oliver’s Place 801-368-0255 125 S. 2000 West, Pleasant Grove oliversplaceut.com

300

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Black Rock Mountain Resort 909 W. Peace Tree Trail, Heber

Quiet Meadow Farm 1805 E. 1200 N., Mapleton

(801) 438-9394 quietmeadowfarms.com

300+

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Royal Creek Ranches (435) 841-1345 1801 W. Highway 199, Rush Valley royalcreekranches.com

300

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

700

Springville Museum of Art 126 E. 400 South, Springville

(801) 491-5711 smofa.org

600

Stone Gate Weddings 886 W. 2600 North, Pleasant Grove

(801) 995-9996 stonegateweddings.com

Sundance Resort 8841 N. Alpine Loop Road, Sundance

1-877-533-1929 sundanceresort.com

Thanksgiving Point 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi

(801) 768-4947 thanksgivingpoint.org

700

The Belvedere 106 W. 5600 North, Provo

(385) 585-1008 thebelvedereprovo.com

900

The Blake 407 W 100 S, Provo, UT 84601

(385) 286-2002 theblakevenuecom

300

venue

contact

700

300

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400

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

400

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

800

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Deer Valley Resort 2250 Deer Valley Drive South, Park City

(435) 645-6624 deervalley.com

300

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Grand Hyatt Deer Valley 1702 Glencoe Mountain Way, Park City

(435) 574-1234

950

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Goldener Hirsch Inn 7520 Royal Street East, Park City

(800) 252-3373 goldenerhirschinn.com

350

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High Star Ranch 218 Buck Rail Dr, Kamas

(435) 783-3526 highstarranch.com

400

•

(435) 575-1700

•

blackrockmountainresort.com

hyatt.com/grand-hyatt/en-US/ slcgp-grand-hyatt-deer-valley/

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highwest.com High West Distillery 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy.,Wanship

250

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Homestead Resort & Spa 700 N. Homestead Dr., Midway

(435) 657-3840 homesteadresort.com

300

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Hotel Park City 2001 Park Avenue, Park City

(888) 999-0098 hotelparkcity.com

500

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Kimball Terrace (801) 225-6575 675 S. Main Street #675., Park City kimballterrace.com

300

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Main + Sky Hotel 201 Heber Avenue, Park City

(435) 658-2500 theskylodgeparkcity.com

200

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The Chillon (801) 608-6002 710 E. Center Street, Spanish Fork chillon.com

200

The OZ 1008 S. 1100 West, Lehi

(801) 722-9999 theozeventcenter.com

250

The Venue @ The Ranches 4118 E. Clubhouse Ln. Eagle Mountain

(801) 796-2651 theranchesvenue.com

500

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The Montage Deer Valley 9100 Marsac Avenue, Park City

(435) 604-1300 montagehotels.com

450

•

UVU Museum of Art 260 W. 1800 S., Orem

(801) 863-4200 uvu.edu/museum/events

150

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Park City Mountain Resort 1345 Lowell Avenue, Park City

(435) 615-8099 weddings.pcmr.com

250

•

Wadley Farms 35 E. 400 North, Lindon

(801) 404-9996 wadleyfarms.com

350

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Park Meadows Country Club 2000 Meadows Drive, Park City

(385) 585-1008 parkmeadowscc.com

200

•

Walker Farms 26 South 500 East, Lindon

(801) 899-5102 walkerfarms.com

160

•

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

360

•

White Shanty 502 S. 300 West, Provo

(801) 674-6070 whiteshantyvenue.com

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

150

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River Bottoms Ranch 1374 N. River Road, Midway

(435) 503-4379 riverbottomsranch.com

300

The Wild Oak 450 W. Gillman Lane, Lindon

(385) 955-9675 thewildoakvenue.com

250

(435) 940-5700 stregis.com/slcxr

500

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

1 (800) 371-9486 youngliving.com

The St. Regis Deer Valley 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City Stein Eriksen Lodge 7700 Stein Way, Park City

(435) 645-6493 steinlodge.com/weddings

500

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1,000

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Park City Region

Southern Utah Region

venue

contact

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.

Tag Ranch 1738 W. Hoytsville Rd., Wanship

(801) 414-5131 tagranchweddings.com

150

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Amangiri 1 Kayenta Road, Canyon Point

(435) 675-3999 aman.com

110

The Lodge at Deer Meadows Ranch 1000 E. Weber Canyon Rd., Oakley

(801) 613-1249 deermeadowsranch.com

•

Auto Camp Zion 1322 UT-9, Virgin

(877) 713-3003

300

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Best Friends Animal (435) 688-2327 Sanctuary bestfriends.org/sanctuary 5001 Angel Canyon Rd, Kanab

300

Black Desert Resort 1500 E Black Desert Dr. Ivins

844-237-8824 blackdesertresort.com

1180

East Zion Resort 490 E. State St., Orderville

(833) 378-9466 eastzionresort.com

200

Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club 2537 W. Entrada Trail, St. George

(435) 986-2200 golfentrada.com

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

(435) 634-4600 ledges.com

Waldorf Astoria (435) 647-5500 2100 Frostwood Drive, Park City hilton.com Washington School House Hotel 543 Park Avenue, Park City

(435) 649-3800

Zermatt Resort & Spa 784 W. Resort Drive, Midway

(435) 657-0180 zermattresort.com

washingtonschoolhouse.com

200

500

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Northern Utah Region

hilton.com/en/hotels/cdcznouautocamp-zion/events/

•

800

•

150

•

400

•

venue

contact

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

Casa Blanca 197 500 South, Bountiful

(801) 292-5053 lacapellaevents.com

180

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(435) 889-3759 Red Canyon Lodge 2450 Red Canyon Rd., Dutch John edcanyonlodge.com/utah-weddings/

200

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Conestoga Ranch 427 N. Paradise Parkway, Garden City

(844) 464-5267 conestogaranch.com

160

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

150

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Eldredge Manor 564 W. 400 North, Bountiful

(801) 292-5501 eldredgemanor.com

350

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Red Mountain Resort 1275 Red Mountain Cir, Ivins

(435) 652-5704 redmountainresort.com

1900

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

350

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Rising Moon Ranch 2240 State St., Mt. Carmel

(803) 448-0963 risingmoonranchutah.com

150

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The Foundry 2452 E. 6700 South, Uintah

(801) 864-4369 foundryweddings.com

350

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(435) 259-4642 sorrelriver.com

150

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Grand Victorian 2767 W. Gentile Street, Layton

(385) 333-1235

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

grandvictorianweddings.com

150

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The Red Earth 545 UT-313, Moab

(435) 562-5965 theredearthvenue.com

150

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The Monarch 455 25th Street, Ogden

(801) 893-6604 themonarchogden.com

400

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ULUM Moab 888-969-4858 147 S. Looking Glass Rd., La Salle ulumresorts.com

30-60

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River View Ranch 5800 Adams Ave Parkway, Washington Terrace

(435)-241-6134 theriverviewranch.com

250

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Under Canvas 406-404-1861 Locations near Zion, Bryce undercanvas.com Canyon, Grand Staircase & Moab

Varies

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Zion Red Rock Villa 991 W. 230 South, Rockville

(435) 772-3139 zionredrock.com

•

Zion National Park Lodge 1 Zion Lodge, Springdale

(435) 772-7700 zionlodge.com

100

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(801) 620-1075 Snowbasin 3925 E. Snowbasin Rd., Huntsville snowbasin.com

200

Talia Event Center 22 E. 200 South, Clearfield

(801) 510-6509 aliaeventcenter.com

200

Tuscany Garden Reception Center 1856 W. 4500 South, Roy

(801) 837-6756 tuscanygardenroy.com

300

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Where Love Takes Root. Create the destination wedding of your dreams, right here at home. Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, a lush oasis in the foothills of Salt Lake City.

Photos by JMAY PHOTO

redbuttegarden.org

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I N DUST RY WATCH Events by Utah’s wedding vendors, for Utah’s wedding vendors

Holly Kuyt of Mountaintop Moments Events flashes a grin in the flash mob

Utah Bride & Groom White Party 2025 RED BUT TE GARDEN • JUNE 9, 2025

Photographs by MORGAN LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY; K ATINOV PHOTOGRAPHY

Utah Bride & Groom magazine’s annual White Party brings together the biggest talents within the state’s bustling wedding industry for an evening presented by Sysco International and Black Desert Resort. With a vibrant palette and lively florals, this year’s event helped to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Red Butte Garden, bringing the venue’s Orangerie to life in zesty fashion. Bright flavors, high fashion and even a flash mob performance brought Utah’s wedding pros together for the ultimate evening of celebrating each other.

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WIPA UTAH GALA

1. Mark Miller of Copa Bar Service, Joslyn Poole of Metro Music Club, Jeff Stirland of Peak Sound UT and Breanna White of Breanna White Photography 2. Miranda Thompson of Snap Pop Party, Tanner Castro of Tanner Castro Films, Taylor Ivey of Reverie BTS Co., and Reese Stockman of Beauty by Reese 3. An elegant centerpiece by Sweet Afton Floral anchors a grazing table by Cuisine Unlimited 4. (Left to Right) Chelsea Rushton, Michaelis Lyons, Kennadie Jackson, Margaret Mary Shuff, Janette Erickson, Kimmy Hammons, Avrey Evans and Megan Bartholomew of the Utah Bride & Groom team 5. Jarom Christensen, Kaitlynn Putnam of Sweet Afton Floral, DJs of Powell Weddings & Events

GRAND HYAT T DEER VALLEY

JANUARY 10, 2026

Hosted by the Utah chapter of the Wedding Industry Professionals Association, this annual gala was a chance to recognize longstanding members of the association, welcome newcomers to the industry, and foster lasting connections between vendors of all disciplines. Inspired by the timeless paintings of Van Gogh, the evening sported moody navy and striking gold decor thanks to the sharp eye of designer Irene Katzias of Irene + Co Events.

Photographs by BECCA PHOTO

1. WIPA Utah’s 2026 Board. From Left: Julie Walker, Ruby Jane Events; Erick Miner, Miner Music DJ; Reese Stockman, Beauty by Reese; Elyssa Anderson, Elyssa Anderson Hair and Makeup; Mark Miller, Copa Bar Service; Kaushay Ford, Kaushay Co Events; Breanna White, Breanna White Photography; Miranda Thompson, Snap Pop Party; Jill Savage, Floral Rhapsody; Morgan Powell, Morgan Leigh Photography; Sarah Baltz, Sparkle Photography; Jeff Stirland, Peak Sound UT; Megan Bartholomew, Utah Bride & Groom magazine; Kaitlynn Putnam, Sweet Afton Floral; Mitch Ross, Perfect Beat Productions. 2. The evening’s dynamic seating chart included personalized paintbrushes for each guest. 3. Inside the gala, the event design included rich blue tones, vibrant gold florals and brush-stroke projections on every wall. 4. Taylee Graham, Jenna Sims, Ileana Brown, Sofiia Shuvalova and Paige Moedt of Wasatch AV 5. Crista Shoemake of StringFX gets a custom-painted gown by Kelsey Jane Fisher of Painted by Kelsey Jane

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Planning & Design: Hoopes Events, hoopesevents.com; Photography: Morgan Leigh Photography, morganleighphotography. net; and Katinov Photography, katinov.com; Venue: Red Butte Garden, redbuttegarden.org; Catering: Cuisine Unlimited, cuisineunlimited. com; Bar Service: Mecca Bar Co., meccabarco.com; and Vine Lore, vineloreut.com; Floral: Sweet Afton Floral, sweetaftonfloral.com; and Decoration Inc., decorationinc.com; Photobooth: Utah Jive, utahjive. com; Rentals: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com; and Indigo Event Rental, indigoutah.com; Dessert: Sheer Ambrosia Bakery, sheerambrosia.com; DJ: Dj Russ Powell, powellweddingsevents. com; Saxophone: Jarom Christensen Music, @jaromchristensenmusic; Content: The Champagne Edit, champagneedit.com; Video: Knotsing Events, knotsingevents.com; Marquee Letters: Marquees by SPP, snappopparty.com; Title Sponsors: Sysco, sysco.com; Black Desert Resort, blackdesertresort.com; Other Sponsors: Metro Music Club, metromusicclub.com; O.C. Tanner Jewlers, octannerjewelers.com; Elements of Sage, elementsofsage.com; Cache Toffee, cachetoffee.com; St. Regis Deer Valley, srdvdining.com

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5 Host, Event: WIPA Utah, wipa.org/utah; Designer: Irene + Co Events, irenecoevents.com; Venue, Catering, & Bar: Grand Hyatt Deer Valley, .hyatt.com/grand-hyatt/ en-US/slcgp-grand-hyatt-deer-valley; Photographer: Becca Photo, beccaphoto.co; Videographer: Runaway Vows, runawayvows.com; Linens: Creative Coverings, creativecoverings.com; Floral Design: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com; Florals: Esprit Raw Flowers, espritrawflowers.com; DJ Hybrid band: DJ Cam Reeve, djcamreeve.com; Live Painting: Painted by Kelsey Jane, paintedbykelseyjane.com; Rentals: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com; AV & Lighting: Wasatch AV, wasatchav.com; Seating Installation, Photobooth: Snap. Pop. Party., snappopparty.com; Paper Goods: Confettiology, confettiology.com; Violinist: String FX, @cristaviolin, bookstringfx.com; Easel Structure: Kaushay Co Events, kaushay.co; Dance Floor wrap: Salt Lake Dance Floor Wraps, @saltlakedancefloorwrapsco; Sax: Kenny Fong, @saxofong; Guitar: Brady Bills, @bradybills

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Uncommonly perfect Start your lifetime of memories together in the heart of Millcreek. We invite you to create unique experiences and customizable activities alongside our dedicated event team. The Grandview at Millcreek Common is located on the top floor of Millcreek City Hall, featuring breathtaking views and an outdoor deck overlooking the Wasatch mountains. Each event includes access to a state-of-the-art sound system, tables, chairs, and customizable interactive lighting. For an even more memorable experience, guests can rent the entire skate loop and plaza at Millcreek Common, adding fun group activities such as roller skating, ice skating, or climbing to their special day.

801-214-2613 1354 E Chambers Avenue Millcreek, UT 84106 millcreekcommon.org Millcreek Common: Make The Most of Your Most Special Day

SEND OFF | After Party

“THIS CELEBRATION INSPIRED A FLAT LAY that integrated the day’s

aesthetic with the evening’s energy. Just as each couple is intentional with the details of their day, I’m intentional in how I capture them, creating images that allow them to re-experience how the night felt as it unfolded. That’s why after-party images have become a personal favorite of mine.” - PHOTOGRAPHER CHRISTIE Q ON THE ART OF THE AFTER PARTY FLATLAY PLANNING & DESIGN: Hoopes Events, hoopesevents.com PHOTOGRAPHY: Christie Q Photography, christieqphotography.com FLORAL: Floral Rhapsody, floralrhapsody.com CATERING: Magleby’s, maglebys.com RENTALS: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com

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