Utah Weddings

Want to up your cake making game? Whether a birthday party, dinner with friends or a last minute celebration, this dessert is just the thing to make. It comes packed with layers of rosemary infused vanilla cake and blackberry compote plus gobs of buttercream all crafted by Le Loup and Bella Cosa Photography. Click here for even more and find the step by step below!

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From stylist and photographer, D’Arcy Benincosa… The inspiration from this shoot was to bring together pieces I’ve collected from all over the world and use them in a natural light kitchen. From blue laced fine bone china plates from Gien, France, to silver forks picked up from a trunk sale in England. The spoons have been picked up along my travels and work in Spain, Ireland, New York City, and little shops here in Park City, Utah. All this paired with white dishes from Crate & Barrel. It’s a dream kitchen and a dream cake! Baking should be about good food, good memories, and pretty things.

Rosemary + Fresh Blackberry Cake

Pull out your favorite, go-to vanilla cake recipe. Before filling up your pans, fold in 2 tablespoons of finely minced fresh rosemary! After baking let your cake cool completely and get ready to assemble.

Things you’ll need:

• Rosemary Simple Syrup
• Fresh Blackberry Compote
• Cream Cheese Buttercream

Simple Syrup:

• 1 c. water
• 1 c. sugar
• 2 sprigs rosemary

Throw these all into a pot and let boil—leave the sprigs of rosemary whole. As it heats the rosemary will infuse the simple syrup.

Blackberry Compote:

• 2 c. fresh blackberries
• ½ c. sugar

Cut the blackberries into small pieces., but don’t emulsify, and add the sugar and letsit.

Cream Cheese Buttercream:

• 1 c. cream chesse
• 2 sticks unsalted butter
• 3 c. sugar
• 1 tbsp. Mexican Vanilla
• 1/3 c. heavy cream

Whip together cream cheese and unsalted butter. Slowly add in the powdered sugar. Once it’s all incorporated, add in the vanilla. Finally, slowly drizzle in the heavy cream, and vigorously whip the buttercream until light and airy – about one minute.

To Assemble:

1. Halved Cake Layer
2. Rosemary Simple Syrup
3. Buttercream
4. Blackberry Compote
5.  Repeat

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From the baker, Tess Comrie… I have always had a love for food, especially when it comes to unique flavor combinations. I believe that a cake should taste as good as it looks–maybe even better.

My design aesthetic is rustic and simple. Growing up in a design-based family, I have always had a passion for beauty. I believe that the most beautiful things are organic and never overworked. All of my cakes are custom made with only the freshest ingredients, just like the flowers that top them.

Photography: Darcy Benincosa Photography | Styling: Darcy Benincosa Photography | Cake: Tess Comrie | White Dishes: Crate & Barrel

This Montage Deer Valley Resort affair takes country chic to an entirely new level. Beginning with their warm welcome BBQ reception and ending with the Bride’s boots, every mystic moment Leo Patrone Photography captured is worthy of praise. From the pretty little details a la Bluebird Events to the feminine Honey Of A Thousand Flowers, this picturesque affair is certain to be new favorite.

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From Honey Of A Thousand Flowers… Andrew and Lindsay live back East, but visit Utah often. They love the beautiful mountains in Deer Valley, Utah wanted a classic, romantic wedding in the beautiful setting there. They had a muted and feminine color palette that softened the rustic beauty at the Montage Resort in Deer Valley. Guests came from all over to enjoy a beautiful mountain weekend to celebrate Andrew and Lindsay.

Lindsay and her mother own a clothing boutique and so choosing the attire for their bridal party was very important. The bridesmaids had two sets of shoes for the day, one was a Frye boot that was studded with little hearts.

Photography: Leo Patrone Photography | Floral Design: Sarah Winward | Ceremony Venue: St. Mary's Old Town Chapel | Reception Venue: Montage Deer Valley | Planning + Event Design: Bluebird Event Destination Management

Wide open spaces and delectable BBQ dinners are just a few of my favorite things, so it’s no surprise that this warm welcome has lassoed my heart. Guests gathered mountainside for a reception filled with sweet treats and wildflower Honey Of A Thousand Flowers to kick off one special weekend, and with Leo Patrone behind the lens every detail is country chic. Stay tuned for their wedding, up next!

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From Honey Of A Thousand Flowers… Andrew and Lindsay had a destination wedding in the mountains of Utah, and had each of their wedding’s events held at different mountain locations throughout Deer Valley so their guests really had a chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Their welcome dinner was held mountainside and was complete with BBQ, a ski lift ride to the top of the mountain for see the views, a country western band, and tables filled with wild flowers. It was a wonderful way to kick off their special weekend!

Photography: Leo Patrone Photography | Event Planning And Design: Bluebird Event Destination Management | Floral Design: Sarah Winward | Chalkboard Design: Debra Smith For Bluebird Events | Dinner Venue: Empire Lodge

Imagine a sweet woodland affair filled with orange and yellow blooms from PlanIt PC, moment after moment with a stunning bride and groom and gourmet goodies from Culinary Crafts and you’ll land squarely on this Park City wedding; an elegant meets laid-back affair that is sooo breathtaking, it’s giving a whole new meaning to “rustic beauty.”  See it all captured by Carla Boecklin in the full gallery.    

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From The Bride… Robbie and I spent the majority of our time dating traveling to cool places, exploring new trails, and overall experiencing new things together. The outdoors has always been our playground, and the mountains have always felt like home. I was adamant that a traditional wedding wasn’t my style, and I needed to be outside with open spaces and nature. We wanted to give people a little taste of what we love as well as share an experience that would truly create memories. A full weekend with friends and family seemed perfect, especially since everyone is so dispersed around the country. “One big party in the mountains” was how I kept referring to our special day.

The planning process was overwhelming at first. We debated just including our parents and sisters, but we knew that this day was as much a celebration for family and friends as it was for us. Ultimately, we wanted our wedding to be greater than just us and, in hindsight, we are really glad we invited as many people as we did.

We didn’t start off with a master plan. I didn’t have a binder – I didn’t even have a folder. We literally took it one decision at a time. We found flowers we loved, and we picked them. We found a cake we loved, and we picked that. I bought my Anthropologie dress (my dress for the reception) three days before we flew into SLC. We didn’t look at everything from a bird’s eye view. I didn’t try to find things that fit a theme — I just found things I loved and the theme evolved. If you make decisions on a smaller scale based on what you truly love, you’ll be surprised how everything falls into place and it all goes together in the end. My biggest realization in planning my wedding is that I didn’t have to follow all the rules!

In the end, it was the most meaningful, memorable trip of my life not only because I got to marry Rob, but also because I got to spend 72 hours with the best friends and family, in a place I loved, and share my love for the outdoors, nature and adventure with them. We had so many guests say that they never would have seen this or done this in their lives if not for the invitation…and it was music to my ears! So don’t be scared of destination weddings. Give people an excuse to travel, and make it as easy as possible on them.

From Carla Boecklin… So many personalized details reflect the way in which the bride and groom crafted the day into their own unique celebration.

Lauren and Robbie wanted the wedding to feel like a big party, so they hosted the entire day (ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, post-reception games) at a private home on the outskirts of Park City, Utah. Also important to them was not having to engage in conventional wedding activities. For example, the bride and grown were relaxed and informal the morning of the wedding, not concerned about running into one another on the property as they prepped. Also, at the reception, there was no formal entrance, no bouquet toss, no cake cutting, no first dance (in fact, no dancing at all). Instead, the couple treated their guests to a gorgeous gourmet dinner while an iPod played their favorite songs; and, afterward, people played games on the lawn. They enjoyed the day exactly as they wanted: nothing contrived, everything genuine.

Certain intimate parts of the day were extraordinary to capture. The groom’s mother putting on his boutonniere resulted in a forehead-to-forehead emotional moment between them. The first of the bride’s two wedding dresses had been custom-altered to include lace from her mom’s wedding gown (a surprise — and her mother’s reaction was priceless!). Lauren also wore jewelry from grandmothers on both sides of her family, and her sister did her hair and makeup. The First Look, held in the aspens away from the venue, was filled with so much glee and cuteness that I could barely keep up with my clicking.

Other thoughtful additions, like the rustic ‘naked cake’ and the citrus-mint palette, were a perfect fit for the day and magic for my lens. Because travel, exploration, and destination are important to the bride and groom, their wedding bands were engraved with the latitude & longitude coordinates of the wedding location. Additionally, as the wedding was a destination event, compasses were used as parts of the invitation and as gifts for the guests.

Mostly, it was the sincerity of the day that touched my heart. Lauren and Robbie are such a wonderful pair — so adorable, so loving, so perfect for one another — and it was obvious that every single person at that wedding was as smitten with them as I was.

Photography: Carla Boecklin | Event Planner: PlanIt PC | Floral Design: PlanIt PC | Wedding Gown: The White Flower Bridal Boutique | Cake: One Sweet Slice | Invitations: Wide Eyes Paper Co. | Ceremony: Culinary Crafts | Reception: Culinary Crafts | Rings: Reis Nichols | Catering: Culinary Crafts | Groom's Attire: Brooks Brothers | Bracelets: Alex And Ani | Bride's Hair & Makeup: Joan Fisher | Bridesmaids' Dresses (some): Ann Taylor | Compasses In Invitation: Weddingstar Inc. | Custom Alterations: Mount Tabor Park | Groomsmen's Attire (Ties): Brooks Brothers | Guest Gifts (compasses & Muslin Bags): Weddingstar Inc. | Invitation Envelope Liners: Chuck&Welly | Officiate: Anita Gordon | Other Hair & Makeup: Kasey Sorensen From Hair Day Salon | Wedding Dress (#2): Anthropologie

To usher in the weekend, we’ve got a whole lot of pretty up our sleeves thanks to Stevee Danielle Hair and Makeup. For the past five years, these hair + make up gurus have been bringing the salon directly to brides and their ladies. With an incredible staff that trains weekly on bridal specific styles + makeup looks, you can rest assured that you’ll be looking your best on your big day!

Available 24/7,  Stevee Danielle Hair and Makeup with do their magic in their studio or on location (with no traveling fees!). They use the best brands (MAC + Dinair for airbrush) and make sure you and your ladies are looking gorgeous! Head over here for more info and to book your big day.

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Dare I say that this is my favorite shoot ever?  Yes, I totally do.  Because this, loves, is the definition of pretty in every sense of the word. An ethereal take on a nature-inspired affair, its dreamy blooms from Calie Rose meets fab paper goods from West End Girl meets the yummy of Culinary Crafts (brunch, y’all).  See it captured by Kristina Curtis here and in the sweet film from Krissi Cook below. 

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From Kristina Curtis… A collage of wreaths hung above a classic sofa which set the sweetest backdrop for our bride. The wreaths immediately transformed this space into a lovely statement piece. Our bride held a soft and subdued bouquet which was paired with a champagne gown, tied with a silk apricot sash. English garden roses, andromeda, hydrangea, and lisianthus provided a romantic feel to the florals. A juniper berry chandelier suspended above the table. Blue and gray floral china embellished with folded bow napkins and warm tea completed our simple and charming table for two. A vintage dresser held our delcious brunch where we served mini french toast with homemade syurp topped with berries and whipped cream, egg benedict, lobster and braised short ribs. Refreshing orange juice shooters for our drink. Darling white rabbits playfully jumping in fresh pedals concluded our dreamy spring tale.

Photography: Kristina Curtis Photography | Videography: Krissi Cook Films | Floral Design: Calie Rose | Wedding Dress: Bree Lena | Invitations: Kirsten Kizerian Of West End Girl | Food: Culinary Crafts | Venue: Private Residence | HMUA: Kl Artistry | Linens & Dresser: Susan's Party Rentals

This wedding is gorgeous; there’s no doubt about that.  It’s a day that weaves stunning details with a laid-back charm that is hard to duplicate.  But peel back the layers upon layers of pretty and you’ll find an affair rich in love and family.  A day that is full of DIY charm, laughter and a whole lot of dancing.  It’s the epitome of l.o.v.e and you can see it all captured by Eliza J. Photography in the full gallery.

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From Eliza J. Photography… This wedding is full of foliage and rustic elegance! We loved the mountainous backdrop and all the industrial flare the venue had to offer! This incredible team put together the most beautiful of events and all was filled with an amazing amount of love. Both Matt (the groom) and Grace (the bride) lost their fathers and have been raised by beautiful widowed mothers. Because of this, people graciously pitched in to offer their help and services, truly making this wedding an act of love in every form. Homemade pies were all cooked by friends of the families and hot chocolate with donuts were served by local teenagers from the neighborhood.

The venue itself wasn’t made for weddings nor has it ever been used for one, but the owners made an exception for this family because they could see the amount of love that was going into the event and they wanted to be a part of it. I’m just grateful I could be there to witness everyone come together. It was a beautiful feeling to be surrounded by so many loved ones and by so much beauty all in one place!

Photography: Eliza J. Photography | Wedding Dress: The Perfect Dress | Food: Marvellous Catering | Wedding Venue: Church Of Evangelical Faith | Visual Display: Karley Parker for Scenemakers

As the chilly days slowly fade away and spring peeks it’s pretty head into the world, we’re gathering up the last bits of snow-covered inspo for all you sweeties planning winter soirees next year. So when Koman Photography and Everly Events sent over this vintage sweetness, we knew it had to have a home in the lineup. Complete with a cozy stole and graceful mare, this gallery will warm your soul.

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From Koman Photography….We are very excited to submit this beautiful Winter Wedding and Engagement Inspiration Shoot today! John and I were apart of an amazing team of extremely talented artists who planned, designed, and created a magical setting at the Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah.

From Shirley Han of Everly Events …Here in Southern California, while we have abundant amounts of sunshine, snow is one thing we rarely ever get to see! Our winter’s here feel a lot like summer, so for this shoot, I dreamed of going somewhere cold, beautiful, and covered in snow, so that I could get the winter I have always dreamed of. Travelling is also a huge passion of mine, so I knew this was the perfect opportunity to venture out into a new and undiscovered place, which is why we thought Park City in Utah was the perfect location and backdrop for our winter wonderland. This was also an amazing opportunity and fun challenge for me to reach out to vendors who were all based out in Utah – it was a great chance to expand my network and meet some amazing people out there!

I was very fortunate to be able to work with the amazing photographers Marlene and John of Koman Photography, who love travelling and adventure just as much as I do, and they happened to be in Utah already on a snowboarding trip, so as my eyes and ears out there, they were able to find this amazing location tucked away behind the Canyons Resort in Park City. It was a long, arduous drive from Orange County to Park City (11 hours to be exact!) but it was so worth it for the scenery, snow, mountains, and the beautiful wildlife that surrounded us. The adorable yaks, majestic horse, and peacocks that were walking around the venue while we were shooting had to have been one of my favorite highlights from the day!

This inspiration shoot was a personal one, I was so fortunate that my dear friends James and Ellis (who also happened to recently get engaged in real life) were able to join me on this road trip to Utah and agreed to be my models for this shoot. There is something I love so much about working with real couples – not only for their natural love for one another, but also because I am able to tell their real story throughout the photo shoot as well.

When putting together design for this shoot, I envisioned lots of soft flowing lines and textures, so I selected a dress for our bride that was lush and simple, that would just blend right in with the snow. Paired with a lush and soft fur stole and hand knit mittens, Ellis kept warm and beautiful out in the chilly snow. The florals for the shoot were designed to be organic, natural and free-flowing to complement the outdoors that we were immersed in. The bride’s bouquet was loosely hand-tied with beautiful garden roses and wild vines to give it that natural feel. The flowers were the perfect color to pop against the white snow and give a hint that spring time is just right around the corner. We included beautiful props from Refined Vintage Rentals such as the old-fashioned telephone, dresser, and love letters from James that he wrote to Ellis during their early dating years. And lastly, no photo shoot is complete without an adorable teepee pitched in the snow for our lovely couple to sit in surrounded by lots of throws and pillows!

A big thank you to our contributors: To Marlene and John of Koman Photography for always shooting the most beautiful and romantic images. To Heidi Min for coming with me on this trip and being my right hand woman in the design and set-up of this day. To Natalie and Alex of The Petal Coop for their beautiful floral designs. To Lynette of Refined Vintage Events for her amazing vintage rentals, which looked so beautiful in the snow! To Katherine Ross of Script Merchant Calligraphy for designing and writing up one of my favorite lyrics from The Beatles, a perfect complement to this love story. To Cassidy Budge from Flour & Flourish for the gorgeous cake, dessert, and sugar flowers that were all handmade by her (so amazing!). To Chloe of Bella Wedding Bridal for the beautiful wedding dress and hair accessories. To Katie Livingston for her beautiful hair and make-up designs that made our beautiful Ellis even more beautiful. And to Friar Tux for the beautiful grey suit that made James look so handsome and picture perfect. This day could not have been made possible without each and every one of you!

Photography: Koman Photography | Event Design: Everly Events | Event Design: Heidi Min | Floral Design: The Petal Coop | Wedding Dress: Bella Wedding Brida | Calligraphy: Script Merchant Calligraphy | Suit: Friar Tux | Venue: Canyons Resort | Cake And Desserts: Flour & Flourish | Engagement Dress: ASOS | Hair And Make-up: Kl Artistry | Rentals: Refined Vintage Events

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There may be a certain movie hitting the big screens as we speak, but this photo shoot, inspired by this scandalous movie’s title, is decidedly more tame. But tame doesn’t mean boring, as D’Arcy Benincosa captured every stunning shade of gray and silver and the very real love between one newly married couple. This is one seductive shoot we can promise you’ll enjoy without any risk of blushing involved.

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From D’Arcy Benincosa… This shoot was inspired by the real wedding between this beautiful couple! We loved the colors and details and decided to use their true love story as a background for our “50 Shades of Winter Gray” shoot!

From The Bride… Mike and I were destined for each other. Our mom’s were friends during high school in Cleveland, Ohio. My mom met my father while he was going to school there and moved to Utah to be with him. Mike’s parents moved here a few years later and our parents would get together from time to time. We have pictures of he and I on his first birthday. As time went on our parents lost touch. Years later, at a New Year’s Eve party, we met and started dating. By our third date we figured out that we had played together as children!

Living in Utah we love the mountains and love Park City! Our wedding (and this shoot) was simple and elegant with shades of greys, white florals, and jewelry from where I work at O. C. Tanner (where our rings were designed).

Photography: Darcy Benincosa Photography | Floral Design: Jolly's Floral | Wedding Gown: Mary Rino | Cake: Tess Comrie | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Jewelry: O.C. Tanner Jewelers | Makeup & Hair: Bella Cosa Beauty | Groom's Suit: Kenneth Cole Reaction | Belt: Anthropologie | Groom's Shoes: Navy/Tan Sperry Topsiders | Stylist & Invitations: Tiffany Fox | Washington School House Hotel : Washington Schoolhouse Hotel

Let’s talk about bridesmaid dress shopping for a moment, shall we?  That weekend when you and your besties bop around trying to find that perfect gown that totally fits your vision AND looks great on every.single.girl in your bridal party.  It starts out as fun, but after the third salon, well, you know how it goes.  Enter Brideside, the online boutique that makes shopping for bridesmaids seriously easy and fun.

With Brideside, that amazing gown is right at your fingertips.  And by “fingertips,” I mean online and ready to be shipped directly to you at home to try on.  Think designers such as Joanna August, Watters, Alfred Angelo, Donna Morgan, Jenny Yoo (and more) in hundreds of gorgeous colors and styles.  That means one happy bridesmaid after another looking completely chic on the big day.  And don’t even get me started on the fabulous customer service.  Your Brideside stylist will work with you and your bridal party to find that dress that is everything you’ve ever wanted and ship the samples to you for a laid-back + totally stress-free girl’s day at home.

So what are you waiting for, loves?  Visit the Brideside website TODAY to get started with your personal stylist.  And don’t forget this exclusive discount for SMP readers: When you buy your bridesmaid dress in February, the first $20 is on Brideside!  Use discount code “SMP20” at checkout. (Terms & Conditions: Cannot be combined with any past or future promotions. Readers must purchase bridesmaid dress at full price on or before 2/28/15. Offer does not apply to the following designers: Joanna August, Donna Morgan, Jenny Yoo.)

If a room full of romantic lighting, lush Urban Chateau Florals, and the softest of color palettes sounds ideal to you, then look no further than this Red Cliff Ranch affair. For this LA couple, their Big Day proved to be the perfect ode to their proposal, and with Heather Nan Photography behind the lens every image is original and organic. See the entire day bloom right here!

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From Michelle Leo Events…Katie and Brian were such a fun, sweet, and appreciative couple to work with. I loved their desire to infuse their personal story into their wedding. One of the reasons they chose the beautiful back drop of Red Cliff Ranch in Utah as their destination location is because Brian proposed to Katie at a dude ranch in Wyoming.

This LA couple brought class and sophistication to every design element I assisted them in executing. Katie envisioned a room full of romantic lighting, lush florals and the softest of color palettes. Her love for beautiful florals excited me, too and it was such a joy to help her bring this pretty vision to life.

The ceremony was designed to be a comfortable, organic setting nestled in front of the beautiful Red Cliffs as a backdrop for the simple birch alter. Guests sat upon hay bales covered in burlap coffee sacks while the grassy aisle was lined with galvanized buckets overflowing with big white hydrangeas. The pop of color was provided in the way of fashion as the wedding party attendants dazzled in a variety of pretty purple hues and sophisticated grey suites.

Cocktail hour was as glamorous as it was rustic with high boys decked out in sparkling gold sequin linens that shimmered in the afternoon sunlight. Gold vessels atop the tables hosted a variety of beautiful blush blooms, soft in texture and lush in petal count.

Inside the ranch, farmhouse tables were positioned end-to-end to form one long dining table presented under a sea of romantic bistro lighting. Ambrose chandeliers complete with flickering candles and greenery. On the tables, textured linens lined the center of the table scape and the space was filled with glass candlestick holders, taper candles, lush garden-style centerpieces, and the loveliest of paper suites- a letterpress menu highlighting the simple backdrop of the Heber Red Cliffs.

Under a pavilion overlooking a 360 degree view of Utah’s beautiful Rocky Mountains, guests danced away the night to the sounds of a live band while munching on tasty treats such as wedding cake and home-made s’mores. Hay bales and wood furniture vignettes surrounded fire pits as guests enjoyed conversation and the tastes of Utah.

Overall, this was such a delightful wedding to plan and design. I loved every second of working with Katie and Brian and I think the beauty of their relationship is very evident in the gorgeous photos of their big day.

Photography: Heather Nan Photography | Videography: Kale Fitch Films | Event Design & Planning: Michelle Leo Events | Floral Design: Urban Chateau Floral | Cake: Cake-a-licious | Catering: Culinary Crafts | Makeup: Kristen Packard | Hair: Kali Chris | Calligraphy: Curlicue Designs Calligraphy | Ceremony Music: HeartStrings Productions | Event Rentals: Diamond Rental | Paper Suite: Aerialist Press | Photo Booth: Smile Now PhotoBooths | Ranch: Red Cliff Ranch | Reception Entertainment: The Salamanders | Save The Dates: The Pink Orange

I told a friend the other day that I think I am turning into a winter person. She looked at me like I was crazy, but this pretty little shoot from Casey James Photography is a fabulous example of why I’ve become #teamwinter. It’s so cozy and intimate, and you can almost feel that crisp, fresh mountain air. And how could you not love a season that basically requires cuddling? See more winter goodness here.

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Picture this. Majestic, snow-capped mountains that look close enough to touch. The smell of fresh pine fills the air as a gust of cold air breezes through my hair. I’m in Utah. I never even know this kind of beauty existed. Coming from palm trees and endless sunshine, Utah is a breath of fresh air. Literally. It is impossible not to take advantage of the jaw-dropping scenery here. Lucky for me, Utah is brimming with talented individuals who feed into all my ideas.

For this shoot I envisioned light, airy photos that spoke without words. From his impeccable photography, to his effortless videography, Casey James Photography did not disappoint. I also wanted to incorporate holiday elements into the shoot. Amber Reverie whipped up a large pine and juniper wreath with hints of gray-blue berries. She also made a matching crown for my puppy, which I ended up stealing. (It was too pretty!) All the colors of the wreaths combined with the subdued hues of our outfits created the most lovely wintry effect. We hope you love this shoot as much as we do! It’s always such a pleasure working with talented people who grasp each other’s visions in their entirety.

Photography: Casey James Photography | Videography: Casey James Photography | Florist: Amber Reverie | Venue: Little Cottonwood Canyon | Blanket Scarf: ASOS | Blogger/Stylist: Jessica Cheeseman Of Golden Swank | Blue Beanie: ASOS | Gold Dress: ASOS | Gold Sparkle Heels: Sam Edelman | Gray Booties: ASOS | Men's Coat: ASOS | Men's Green Button Down: J. Crew Factory | Men's Suit: Dress Code Custom

Let me tell you a little something about the Stein Eriksen Lodge: it’s awesome.  It’s the kind of place where you can say “I do” against a breathtaking snow-filled backdrop, then celebrate those nuptials with a rockin’ party, dancing ’til dawn totally included.  And when it hosts a gorgeous affair like this one captured by Cory Ryan, well… watch out, loves.  See so much more right here.

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From Cory Ryan Photography… Park City, Utah is such a magical place for a destination wedding photographer (especially a Texas photographer)! On Missy and Garrett’s wedding day, little snowflakes glistened through the sun as they fell from the sky onto the stunning grounds of Stein Eriksen Lodge, making for the most picture-perfect snowy wonderland.

Missy wore a white fur cropped jacket over her dress to stay warm (maybe also with the help of Garrett’s flask of Fireball Whiskey- ha!), while the ladies all had furs in shades of brown to compliment their floor-length plum dresses. Missy also wore her grandmother’s antique sapphire necklace.

The flowers were spiked with green succulents, deep purple calla lilies, and winter berries. Guests were greeted with the stunning snowy mountain views off the Flagstaff Deck, and hand warmers wrapped in burlap bags for the wintery weather. After the sweet ceremony, punctuated with laughs by Garrett’s swinging his Steeler’s Terrible Towel, the festivities moved indoors to the brand new ballroom. The modern floral centerpieces played off the winter bouquet colors, with tones of gold thrown in. Missy and Garrett went straight into their first dance, followed by a very emotional father-daughter dance. The live band and DJ got the party hopping after dinner, and got everyone from toddler twins to grandpa out on the dance floor! It was such an honor to be included in such an amazing day!!! Big congrats Missy & Garrett!

Photography: Cory Ryan Photography | Florals: Roots | Wedding Dress: Mori Lee | Bridesmaid Dresses: Dessy Collection By Vivian Diamond | Bridal Shoes: Enzo Angiolini | Ceremony & Reception: Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley | Guest Accomodations: The Sky Lodge | Hair And Make-up: April Benincosa | Reception Band: Metro Music Club

These floral antlers are a necessity on your wall this holiday season. A simple DIY from  Floral Design By Erin + Dani Hagemeister along with images by Loblee Photography that combines rustic beauty and pretty blooms. Not in to real antlers? Try adding florals to that faux deer head hanging over your mantel. Trust us, this is a DIY that makes the perfect focal point at your next holiday soiree. For even more crafty inspiration, check out our Holiday Mag out now!

Antlers
Floral Wire
Floral Tape
Clippers
Greenery like Eucalyptus, Ruscus and Viburnum Berries
Florals such as Spray Roses, Lisianthus and Garden Roses

 Start with one long stem of greenery. To measure, just place the greenery on top of the antlers, then clip the bottom of the stem at your desired length. Start by adding viburnum berries, lisianthus and spray roses along the greenery stem with floral tape.

 Continue adding blooms and filler berries as you go down, saving larger focal blooms, such as garden roses, toward the bottom.

 Attach that finished piece to antlers with wire.

 Repeat steps 1-3 for the other half of the antlers.

 Continue adding blooms to the nearly finished floral antlers with floral tape, wire or adhesive until you’ve reached the desired fullness. Enjoy your newly beautified antlers!

Photography: Loblee Photography | Styling: Dani Hagemeister | Floral Design: Floral Design By Erin | Scans: Alpine Film Lab

With snowy days right around the bend, wintry candles, twinkly lights and wreaths galore have made their appearance in our home. And oh, how I love wreaths. So when this thing of beauty crossed my desk? I nearly fell off my chair. With Mood Events behind the concept and design, Sarah Winward of Honey Of A Thousand Flowers crafted this wildly captivating oversized wreath, accompanied by one of the prettiest bouquets I’ve seen yet. Feast your eyes on the full gallery from Leo Patrone!

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From Garrett of Mood Events…My vision was to create a single décor element that was not only simple and beautiful, but classic and timeless at the same time. Weddings have increasingly become more and more ornate, filled with layers upon layers of beautiful details. But in this instance, I wanted the focus to solely be centered around the bride and groom, with a beautiful floral wreath, and in an environment that only Mother Nature can provide. The only theme used in this photoshoot is that of a circle/oval – the floral wreath, the wreath around the invitation, the simple and delicate wreath on the cake, the bride’s halo, and the amazingly simple and understated groom’s mini-wreath bout made from jasmine vine.

Photography: Leo Patrone Photography | Flowers: Sarah Winward | Wedding Gown: Danielle's Bridal | Jewelry: Katie Waltman | Concept, Design, Styling: Mood Events | Hair And Make-up: Gabby Gabitas | Invitation: Mood Events | Location: This Is The Place Heritage Park | Styling Assistance: Lauren Brady Of Saucy And Kitsch

If I’m speechless as I gaze upon these gorgeous images, I can’t even imagine how guests felt as they stepped into this garden party wonderland. Artisan Bloom created stunning works of art for this wedding, with Soiree Productions leading the way. Pepper Nix captured every beautiful moment and you too can get lost in this floral fantasy right this way.

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From Artisan Bloom…Gorgeous couple, gorgeous setting and gorgeous flowers make for a (you guessed it!) GORGEOUS wedding. Kylie and David chose the beautiful Mountain Terrace at St. Regis in Deer Valley Utah to exchange their vows among their closest family and friends. Stunning views overlooking Park City created a memorable backdrop for a custom created chuppah constructed from local aspen trunks. A color palette of soft sunset tones, soft earth tones and pale greens complimented the natural palette inspired by the Wasatch Mountains.

Fresh summer dahlias, vintage garden roses, honeysuckle and hydrangea were incorporated throughout the Mountain lawn and tented patio terrace. A clear glass tent adorned with crystal chandeliers and tiny bistro lights kept guests celebrating under the stars.

Photography: Pepper Nix | Videographer: David Perry | Event Planning: Soirèe Productions Wedding & Event Planning Studio | Floral Design: Artisan Bloom | Cake: Carrie's Cakes | Stationary: Ceci New York | Bridesmaids Dresses: Amsale | Catering: The St. Regis Deer Valley | Tuxedos: Vera Wang | Venue: The St. Regis Deer Valley | Tent: Diamond Rental | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Reception Music: Joe Muscolino Band | Rentals: Alpine Event Rentals

You might not believe me, but this gorgeous wedding? Well, it was designed on a pretty tight budget. It’s living proof that great style can be achieved without breaking the bank and end result was the kind of affair us wedding bloggers dream of. Martha Hatfield styled the day behind the scenes, and Kate Osborne worked her usual camera magic. Let the pin party begin!

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From Martha Hatfield… We were on a budget from the get-go, so when my sister asked me to help her plan and execute her wedding to her high school sweetheart, I jumped at the the opportunity to roll up my sleeves and get to work! I knew that being on a budget didn’t mean that the aesthetic of the day’s events had to be sacrificed, we simply needed to spend wisely.

I began the design process by asking my sister what was most important to her. Like many brides, the dress was at the top of her list. Wedding gowns can run you a small fortune, so we decided to purchase silk and lace ourselves and work with a local seamstress, and family friend, to create a custom gown which turned out beautifully!

My sister and her fiancé decided against a reception and instead opted for an outdoor dinner celebration for 150 guests made up of family and close friends. This allowed us to spend a little more on food and rentals. While it would have been wonderful to create lush floral arrangements for 19 tables, I knew it was not in the budget. Instead, we created tall arrangements using foraged tree branches. I will never forget the experience of clipping tree branches the night before the wedding with my parents. Every time we saw headlights coming our way, we’d quickly turn off our flashlights and stand still! Since the private property where we held the dinner at was so beautiful, I didn’t need to plan for too much in terms of décor. I displayed family photos from their childhoods on two old orchard ladders we found on the groom’s family farm. I also used some old, weathered pieces of wood from their farm to create a “dinner and dancing” sign to direct guests to the dinner celebration out back.

The finishing touches came in the form of 6 beautiful frames our paternal grandfather made using old cedar boards from the side of their home before a remodel and an old torn down fence made of Ponderosa Pine. The bride and groom will treasure those frames for years to come. At the end of the evening, guests took home little jars of homemade jam made by the groom’s mother using grapes from their family farm.

Photography: Kate Osborne Photography | Videographer: McKenzie Darrington | Cake: Mother Of The Bride | Ceremony Location: Brigham City Utah Temple | Catering: Cafe Sabor | Groom's Suit: Adatto | Announcement Suite Design: Martha Hatfield | Announcement Suite Letterpress: Ink Run Press | Bride's Bracelet: Katie Waltman | Bride's Earrings: Gift From Maternal Grandmother | Bride's Gown: Mary Savage | Bride's Hair: Rileigh Uken, Studio 360° | Bride's Makeup: Bride's Sister, Miriam Rex | Bride's Ring: Se Needham | Event Design, Styling And Floral Design: Martha Hatfield | Tables, Chairs, Linens: Diamond Rental | Wedding Dinner Location: Private Property In River Heights, Utah

This one darlings, it’s a soul-warmer. It’s everything a wedding should be. The details? They’re astoundingly beautiful. Michelle Leo Events set the scene for this breathtaking day, and beyond those details, this one is full of so much more. Sweet sounds of laughter, eager pre-ceremony smiles, a kick-butt flash mob entrance, a few amazing toasts

If I could, I would crawl into this shoot and live amongst all the pretty forever. Styled to perfection by Erin Kate Photography and Soil & Stem, this gallery is overflowing with the kind of lush, floral-filled inspiration that will make your heart beat a bit faster this morning. See what I mean here.  

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Our color palate really allowed us to focus on the simple, natural textures of our subject matter: the porous cement, heirloom silver, and the infinite patterns of layered greens that included ferns, eucalyptus, foraged vines, and incredible peppermint scented felt geranium.

Like freshly picked from an overgrown secret garden, our bridal bouquet was a bit wild, but also timeless. This beauty was hand-tied in antique French silk ribbon in the most beautiful shade of dove gray I’ve ever seen.

Other lovely details from the shoot…The bride wore a delicate chiffon gown. Her hair was styled in a simple twist bun adorned with vintage rhinestone barrettes. A guest sign-in book was created with an old book and maidenhair fern was pressed between the pages. Place cards were displayed on vintage silver forks that were wrapped in geranium leaves, fern, and soft blossoms. A cement cake stand displayed a lovely, chocolate naked cake with buttercream frosting spilling out between the layers.

We hope brides will find simple, clean beauty can pair well with unruly, lush stems in this elegant courtyard shoot.

Photography: Erin Kate Photography | Styling: Soil & Stem | Styling: Erin Kate Photography | Floral Design: Soil & Stem | Gown: The Brides' Shop | Cake: Pippa Cakery | Hair & Makeup: Versa Artistry | Cathedral: Cathedral Of The Madeleine | Letterpress Invitation: Rowley Press

Ok, I honestly don’t even know where to start with this wedding. I mean where can you possibly begin when there are the cutest llamas ever in attendance and an amazing Tory Burch gown involved? Every moment is quirky and personal in the best possible way. It’s all too good to be true, but yet you know it is, making this couple and their amazing wedding totally rad. See it all here. 

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Photography: Brooke Stapleton Photography | Wedding Gown: Tory Burch | Reception Venue: This Is The Place Heritage Park | Catering: 180 Tacos | Groom's Attire: H & M | Animals: Radha Krishna Temple | Location: Radha Krishna Temple