Organic Blue and White Wedding in the Mountains of Vail
We wanted to highlight the beauty of the location and bring in a subtle Colorado mountain feel. For the reception, we kept the floral design simple to not take anything away from the impressive backdrop. 25 feet of delphinium, stock, allium, and roses lined the back of the ceremony deck to look as though it was growing up from the ground.
For cocktail hour on the deck overlooking the Gore Creek and Gondola, we pulled in a blue and white patterned linen to layer upon the bridesmaids' looks. For the reception, to create a light and airy feel to the clear-top tent we brought the outside in with heavy greenery organically draping the ceiling and created centerpiece "trees" to add some height to the room. Because of the nature of the public location in Vail Square, we opted to keep the tent private, so we draped the perimeter of the tent in white.
To further lighten up the space, we added a white carpet and a white dance floor which offered a big impact and really allowed the blues and greens to pop! Subtle wood elements like table numbers and the halo chairs were integrated for a rustic touch, and one of our favorite details was the Spode Woodland Creature salad plates that featured images of bears, elk, moose, and other animals for a nod to the Rocky Mountains.
Alexis wore a gorgeous Reem Acra gown that she purchased at Bergdorf's.
Alexis encouraged her girls to pick gowns that best fit their personality and style while gravitating towards blue and white patterns. A wonderful mix of gowns with a range of designers from Needle & Thread and Marchesa was chosen and it all came together beautifully!
David and the gentlemen wore tuxedos from Marios Seattle!
Open bar for everyone for the duration of the evening, with Alexis' favorite, a refreshing white wine spritz being passed as guests arrived for cocktail hour.
Passed hors d'oeuvres: Caribbean Shrimp, Coconut & Mango Jalapeno Salsa, Maine Lobster Salad "Shots", Harissa Spiced Mango, Tuna Tartare “Cone”, Eel Sauce, Furikaki, Chicken Satay, Peanut Ginger Dressing, Wild Mushroom & Creamed Shallot Tartlets Plated salad: Red Oak Lettuce, Honey Walnuts, Caramelized Apple Wedges, Blackberries & Sherry Maple Vinaigrette
Choice plated entree: Harris Ranch Beef Tenderloin, Haricot Verts, Black Truffle Whipped Potatoes & Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes OR Barramundi with Broccoli Rabe, Tomato Fondue, Fingerling Potatoes & Tapenade
When designing this wedding, we knew we wanted to embrace the beauty of the surroundings and lean towards an organic style.
They decided against a wedding cake and instead chose a beautiful and delicious plated dessert they both loved: White Velvet Shortcake Roasted Triple Berry Compote, Chantilly Cream & Candied Orange Peels
Alexis' brother officiated a beautiful mountaintop ceremony while making it personal and sentimental and keeping it light and funny.
Individual bud vases were displayed on shelving as a gift for guests and to help escort them to their tables.
The plates! The woodland china layered on the green stoneware plates was a favorite detail of the reception.
The custom stationery suite - Maria from Jolie & Co. created a beautiful watercolor rendering of the Eagle Bahn Gondola on Vail mountain which was integrated not only into the invitation suite but carried through to the ceremony programs and cocktail napkins as well.
