Arches National Park. Black Converse. A flowing gown. A sharp tux. And two people madly in love. Who could ask for anything more?

We are beyond smitten with Racquel and Jacob Sheffield’s elopement at The Arches. The beauty, the intimacy, the quiet, the sweetness, the tenderness, the playfulness, the fun — every image is bursting with emotion.

Racquel put it this way: “On Thursday, May 2, I got to marry my best friend. My soul mate. Seven years ago we were just two high school kids, searching for our place in this world. Luckily, I found you … Learn from each other, laugh with each other, and help each other grow. Most importantly, love yourself and love each other. Create your own fairy tale.”

The end.

SOURCES

Photography Adam and Destiny Clayton

Gown Leanne Marshall Designs at Alta Moda Bridal

Couple Racquel Elena + Jacob Sheffield

It’s double feature Friday! And we can’t think of a prettier way to end the week.

Chelsea and Michael’s first look and formal session at the Utah State Capitol is classic, romantic, and endlessly beautiful.

From the stunning ballgown to the oversized blooms, every image from Lolo Orji Photography is giving us serious “princess in the palace” vibes. And we are here for it!

Craving a little romance? Scroll on!

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Photography Lolo Orji Photography

Gown Off White Bride

It’s Magazine Monday! And today we have a closer look at the wedding of Scarlet and Scott — straight from our glossy pages. And just FYI — these two are bursting with charm and good taste.

RHAPSODY IN BLUE // 3.4.18

When I first met my husband, I was blown away by his kind eyes. I could tell he was a good guy. We started dating, and he proved that to me over and over again. 

One of my favorite dates was when he celebrated my love of tacos on Cinco De Mayo by surprising me with a pinata, sombreros, and tacos, of course. 

Scott’s proposal took me completely by surprise. He told me we were going ice skating, so I dressed down and my hair was a mess. When he picked me up, he looked so handsome. After “waiting for some friends” (Editor’s Note: ladies, excessive stalling and phone checking means the proposal is near), we went to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. When we got inside I looked out the window and saw a huge sign that said “Scarlet, Will You Marry Me?” Then I turned around and saw both of our families.

Our families were a big part of our wedding day, too. Scott’s family has a wedding tradition of a surprise skit for the couple. For ours, they dressed up as a Scottish couple (a nod to my resemblance to Merida from the movie “Brave”) and sang a song they wrote about us. It was hilarious! Another special part of our wedding was that Scott’s nephew with special needs was his best man.

Our wedding had touches of blue from my nail polish (I always wear blue nail polish and my wedding wasn’t going to be any different) to Scott’s blue suit and the striking blue layer on our wedding cake by Flour & Flourish. I loved it! 

My favorite part of the day was being in the moment. It was a day I had been dreaming of forever and I tried to soak it all in.

Scarlet’s soiree was dripping in breathtaking blooms and gorgeous greenery. Her wedding MVP was her florist, Marianne Seale, of Bushel and A Peck Floral Design. “My flowers were unreal and, without question, my favorite wedding element,” Scarlet says. We also adore her paper suite (that temple watercolor!) and her “something blues” — from the cake to Scott’s suit to Scarlet’s nails. And can we talk about that killer Alta Moda Bridal gown with peachy undertones? What a perfect complement to Scarlet’s wild and wondrous red hair. It may have rained on their wedding day, but nothing could put a damper on those stunning smiles and lovely love.

SOURCES

Photography Mikki Platt Photography 

Floral Bushel and A Peck Floral Design (a #UVBvendor!)

Videography Connor Van Brocklin of VB Visions

Venue Thomas S. Monson Center 

Cake Flour & Flourish (a #UVBvendor!)

Catering Marvellous Catering 

Gown Alta Moda Bridal

HMUA Brynn Thomas 

Suit Mr. Mac

Paper Suite Christine Parker 

Rings The Bench Jeweler

Rentals Moonlight Utah 

Rehearsal Dinner Joseph Smith Memorial Building

Couple Scarlet Stevenett + Scott Jeppson

Let’s take a walk on the charming side, shall we?

Sierra and Hayden’s formals are equal parts sweet and stunning. Her lovely lace gown is a vision. Her blooms are big, beautiful, and unforgettable. His suit is sharp — especially when paired with that burnt orange bow tie. And the images by Nicole Katheryn Photography are beaming with beauty and personality.

Come scroll and stroll with us, friends!

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Photography Nicole Katheryn Photography

Gown Saldana Vintage

Suit Jos. A. Bank

Floral Cynthia Thorsen

Hair Ashley Oliphant

Bride + Groom Sierra Tanner + Hayden Lee

Location Inlet Park, Saratoga Springs

It’s Double Feature Friday! And we can’t think of a better way to end the week than with this epic engagement session of Blair and Dan.

Wardrobe changes! Lush locations! Flowers! Sunsets! Bridges! Fields! Cliffs! And, of course, these two sweethearts. Their looks of love are everything and more. It’s just beautiful happiness.

Come scroll with us!

P.S. Fun fact! Dan is a Brazilian babe who grew up in Draper, while Blair attended the University of Utah and then moved to Italy to sing Opera! Could they be any cooler? (Why no, they could not.)

SOURCES

Photography Kallie Porter Photography

Wardrobe 

Blue Puff Sleeve Shirt Johanna Ortiz

Pink Embroidered Fringe Dress Anthropologie

Floral Dress Monique L’Huillier

Peach/Blue Floral Dress Johanna Ortiz

On a beautiful spring day in May, Madeline and Cameron wed with sentiment and style. After a ceremony at the Provo City Center LDS Temple, they made their way to Midway for a dinner and reception at the unforgettable River Bottoms Ranch.

Surrounded by impeccable florals from Bushel And A Peck Floral, guests dined, celebrated, and delighted in lawn games on River Bottoms Ranch‘s exquisite property. The cake from Flour & Flourish was a delicious vision (those sugar flowers get us every time). And planner Fuse Weddings and Events perfectly executed every detail.

Madeline was a dream in her gown from The Perfect Dress (that fabric is heaven), and Cameron looked sharp in his suit and burnt orange tie. These two are bursting with happiness in every image.

And speaking of images, every last frame from Jordy B. Photography is a wonder. It’s moment after moment of beauty and dearly-beloved joy.

Oh, and did we mention they ended the day with fireworks? This wedding is magic, we tell you. Magic.

Happy wedding, Madeline and Cameron! And happy scrolling, friends.

SOURCES

Photography Jordy B. Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Wedding Planning + Design Fuse Weddings and Events

Venue River Bottoms Ranch (a #UVBvendor!)

Floral Bushel And A Peck Floral (a #UVBvendor!)

Cake Flour & Flourish (a #UVBvendor!)

Gown The Perfect Dress (a #UVBvendor!)

HMUA Marisa Rose

Catering The Blended Table

Photo Booth Photo Booth Bus

Calligraphy Made by Jen

Videography Kale Fitch Films

Bridesmaid Dresses BHLDN

Rentals Fuse Weddings and Events + Diamond Event & Tent (a #UVBvendor!) + La Tavola Fine Linens

DJ Rob Bennion

Fireworks Acme Pro Ryan

It’s Magazine Monday! And today we have a closer look at the gorgeous wedding of this gorgeous couple, Elssie Choque and Ryan Lewis — straight from our glossy pages. 

My husband Ryan and I met in Park City at the Sundance Film Festival, and we dated long distance while I was working in L.A. in film production. After dating for a year, Ryan proposed to me at the Utah State Capitol. I was out with my family and my sister suggested we stop by the capitol to take a family picture. It was late, so I thought this idea was strange, especially when she had me get out of the car and drove off! Then I saw candles and rose petals leading up the steps to where Ryan was all dressed up waiting with flowers and a ring. 

I planned my entire wedding from start to finish with my Mom, Elsa. I couldn’t have done it without her.

Our wedding day started with the sealing at the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Then we had a ring ceremony and reception at La Caille. I chose La Caille because I grew up going there. I love the peacocks roaming the grounds and the way it transports you to a French chateau as you wind up the driveway.

My gown was another unique part of my wedding. I loved the silhouette and the long detachable train. My mom made my veil and we wanted it to match the length of the train, so it’s 16 feet long! Managing the veil and train was a challenge. At one point after the temple ceremony, I had to run across South Temple to get into my sister’s car, and I was holding the entirety of my train in my arms. I looked so ridiculous my brother-in-law filmed it.

My family is so important to me and they were a huge part of the day. My brother officiated the ring ceremony, and my nieces and nephews were ring bearers and flower girls. I’m the youngest of five, and it meant so much to have all of my sisters, brothers and in-laws part of the day with us.

PICTURE PERFECT Elssie’s most treasured vendors were her photographer, Alixann Loosle, and her florist, Every Blooming Thing. They created the crazy beautiful floral arch that served as the backdrop for the ring ceremony and grew anemone flowers for Elssie because they were out of season on her wedding day. Another one of the most raved about elements of the couple’s wedding was the cuisine by La Caille — particularly the decadent flourless chocolate cakes and the charcuterie board.

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Photography Alixann Loosle Photography

Venue + Catering La Caille (a #UVBvendor!)

Videography Tyler Aryai 

Gown Lovella Bridal

HMUA Stephanie Salaz

Suit Nordstrom

Bridesmaids ASOS 

Groomsmen Zara + J Crew

Floral Every Blooming Thing

Paper Suite Rowley Press

Rings Tresor Jewelers

Photo Booth Modvi Photo Booths

Rentals Diamond Event & Tent (a #UVBvendor!) + Rent Event Utah

Band New Soul Brigade

String Quartet Maywood String Quartet

Couple Elssie Choque + Ryan Lewis

Charmed isn’t even the half of it.

This engagement session of Ashley and Brian at Memory Grove Park is blissfully beautiful. Surrounded by sprawling greens and a lush landscape, these two sweethearts are dreamy, romantic, and all kinds of cute. What’s more, these images by Alexia Nilsen Photography just radiate love, laughter, and light.

Want to take a twirl through a sweet, secret garden? Come scroll with us.

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Photography Alexia Nilsen Photography

Couple Ashley + Brian

Location Memory Grove Park

Oh, Capitol, my Capitol!

It may be fall, but we’ll never tire of these spring blooms — especially when they’re captured by Travis J Photography. Erica and Jake are sweet, stunning, and ridiculously romantic. And we can’t get enough of these gorgeous images.

Happy Friday! Happy engagements! Happy scrolling!

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Photography Travis J Photography

Couple Erica + Jake

From the chic city streets to the majestic mountaintops, Meg and Zach are beaming with happiness and love.

These images from Rebekah Westover Photography are warm and wonderfully candid. We love the colors. We love the sunshine. We love the twirls, the laughs, the lifts, the smiles, and the looks of love.

These two get married next week, and we can’t wait to celebrate with them. Until then, come scroll through this entirely engaging session.

And happy wedding countdown, Meg and Zach!

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Photography Rebekah Westover Photography

Lace Dress Rachel Parcell

Floral Dress Zimmermann Clothing

Hair Darcy Moody at Suggestions Salon (a #UVBvendor!)

Couple Meg Skalla + Zachary Hunsaker

Oh, anniversary sessions. You are a gift.

And this session of Riley and Nik is exactly why. The wedding pressure is off. The air is fresh. The light is lovely. And the love is in full force.

What’s more, these images from Tiffany Sangster Photography have a dream-like quality. They are effervescent and lush. The red rock backdrop is iconic. And every frame is bursting with radiant romance.

Come scroll with us! And if you’re already married, consider an anniversary session for you and your sweetheart.

SOURCES

Photography Tiffany Sangster Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Couple Riley + Nik

It’s Magazine Monday! And we’re excited to share a closer look at the wedding of Savanah and Nathan — straight from our glossy pages.

Nathan and I were set up on a blind date. I thought he was cute, fun and smart. We started dating, and one of my favorite dates was when we went country dancing. Nathan loves to dance, but dancing is NOT my thing. I was so nervous, but he made me feel so comfortable that I actually danced!

One of our first official dates as a couple was to the Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert. Two years later, after some off-and-on dating, he took me to the concert again. Before, he took me to the steps of the Utah State Capitol Building and popped the question with a darling vintage pearl ring. Later, we picked out a diamond engagement ring, but it was so special to me that he proposed with the vintage ring. I fell in love with it at Heirloom Art & Co. when I worked there. 

My mom was a huge part of my wedding planning. I told her my vision and she ran with it. We chose the White Shanty in Provo as our venue and I loved how cozy it felt and how light it was.

My dress from Pritchétt Bridal has this cool lace that actually looks like beading. I loved it because it has the glam of beads but the comfort of lace. 

For my flowers, my mom recruited two of her best friends from high school, and they did an amazing job. They incorporated fruits like oranges, red pears, and kumquats into all the florals. I loved the way we covered everything with flowers and greenery — even the venue’s chandelier.

I loved working with my photographer Alyssia Baird. She was amazing and made Nathan and me feel so comfortable. 

I am from Alpine and Nathan is from Huntington Beach; one of my favorite parts of the day was the reception because it was amazing to see all the people who came out to support us. I felt so loved.

PICTURE PERFECT Savanah took every opportunity to infuse her wedding day with lush greenery and bursts of brilliant color. From the ribbons on the bridesmaid bouquets to the cute and colorful couches to the hoops, chandelier, and LOVE sign, every detail was darling and divine. The couple’s first dance was “Nothing Can Change This Love” by Sam Cooke, while Oteo gave guests something to taco-bout. 

SOURCES

Photography Alyssia B Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Gown Pritchétt Bridal (a #UVBvendor!)

Videography Ben Fuller

Venue White Shanty

Catering Oteo

Floral Lori Birchall + Stephanie Hewlett

Cake Provo Bakery 

Rings Forge Jewelry Works (a #UVBvendor!)

Printed Photos Pro Digital Photos

Couple Savanah McGrath + Nathan Ritter

Ready for some ranch romance? (Who isn’t?!)

Then take a look at this serene dream session of Annaleise and Josh. Photographed at our dearly beloved River Bottoms Ranch, these formals are more than magical.

We are dying over the train on that heavenly Alta Moda Bridal gown, we adore Annaleise’s classic styling, and every image from Madison d’Huart Photography is vivid and vibrant.

Oh, and did we mention they brought their pup along to join the fun? Love.

Come scroll with us!

SOURCES

Photography Madison d’Huart Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Venue River Bottoms Ranch (a #UVBvendor!)

Gown Alta Moda Bridal

Floral Native Flower Company

Hair Megan Limburg

Makeup J and L Makeup

Suit Tailor Cooperative

A little bit vintage, a lot a bit gorgeous.

Dallin and Schuyler’s formal session at the Provo City Center LDS Temple is fun, fresh and fabulous. From his tweed suit to their wildflower florals to her simply gorgeous frock, every detail somehow feels both “something old” and “something new.”

We especially adore Schuyler’s crown braid by Salon Pritchett. And every image from Jessie and Dallin Photography is stunningly sweet and romantic.

Come scroll with us, friends!

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Photography Jessie and Dallin Photography

HMUA Salon Pritchett (a #UVBvendor!)

Wedding Dress Clad and Cloth

Suit Hockerty

Bride’s Ring The North Way Studio

Groom’s Ring Populent

Gold Hair Piece Acute Designs

Necklace + Earrings The Tangerine Poppy

Bride’s Shoes Unique Vintage

Groom’s Socks + Shoes Nordstrom Rack

Until death do they part, indeed.

With Sundance Resort as a backdrop, April and John had the wedding of their gothic dreams on October 13. Freaky cool, right?

“As a wedding designer, when a bride contacts you and says, ‘I am pretty non-traditional,’ I get excited,” says Tressa Roberts of Cultivated Events Co. “Although, truthfully, I was expecting non-traditional to be a non-blush wedding — not a skull-centric gothic wedding! But I was here for it!”

A gothic wedding in October is fitting, but April would have done this same wedding any time of year. Her last name is Slaughter. She is the owner of Slaughter Skulls where she makes art with human skull replicas. She is a paranormal researcher and author, and she holds charity ghost hunts. Groom John is also a fan of all things gothic and skull. This wedding perfectly showcased their personal taste and personalities.

The bride wore her grandmother’s 70-year-old ivory silk wedding gown, with a stunning black lace overlay custom made by Rachel Elizabeth Bridal. While the groom’s custom suit was made by the renowned Manuel Couture, a Nashville-based custom suit be-jeweler to the country stars.

They both love Sundance Resort, and it’s where John proposed, so naturally they chose it as their venue. It was the perfect backdrop for their dark and moody ceremony and reception.

“In the Rehearsal Hall, we kept the lighting low, but added some chandeliers for some low ambient light and lots of candles for a candlelit dinner atmosphere,” Tressa says. “Every detail was well thought out, from the lace skull laser cut on the invitations (which the talented Made by Jen then drew on the welcome sign) to the skull ice cubes. And it was all perfectly captured by Coverstone Creative.”

Florists Alli and Aubree from Intertwined Floral designed the most beautiful bouquets and arrangements. April and John didn’t want a lot of flowers, so the guest tables were kept fairly simple with red roses — with thorns ON, of course — and black twigs. With the black lace overlay over an ivory tablecloth, it was the perfect balance of spooky and beautiful.

The cake is a masterpiece by Bake Me a Kake . There are skulls intermixed in the fondant flowers, black “lace” draped on the tiers, and hand-sculpted “bride and groom skulls” on the top of the cake. It’s truly a work of art.

Happy halloween week, everyone! Get yourself in the mood by scrolling through this stunningly spooky soiree — starting with their bridal session in a graveyard.

SOURCES

Planning + Design Cultivated Events Co. (a #UVBvendor!) 

Photography Coverstone Creative 

Floral Design Intertwined Floral 

Venue + Catering Sundance Resort 

Lighting + Draping Lights Up Event Lighting 

Band RED 

Invitation Suite Shimmering Ceremony 

Cake Bake Me a Kake 

Ceremony Gown Rachel Elizabeth Bridal 

Reception Gown Pinup Girl Clothing

Custom Suit Manuel Couture 

Hair Cynthia Bennett at Studio Vivid 

Makeup Lisa Hair Artistry 

Decor Rentals Cultivated Events Co. (a #UVBvendor!)  + Sage & Thistle Rentals 

Furniture Rentals Alpine Event Co. (a #UVBvendor!) + Everygreen & Ivy Rentals (a #UVBvendor!)

Signage Made by Jen 

Skull Art Slaughter Skulls 

Couple April + John 

Love lifts us up where we belong, y’all.

This proposal and engagement session is airy, merry and bright. Neil is the owner of Fly Over Utah, so what better way to celebrate his and Maureen’s engagement than with a trip to Antelope Island in the plane that holds a heart full of memories.

Gorgeously captured by Anna Loader Photography, this session is bursting with beauty and love.

Come scroll with us!

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Photography Anna Loader Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Plane Fly Over Utah

Couple Maureen + Neil

Jamie and Trevor’s fall celebration is full of decadent details and unforgettable moments — much like their courtship.

The couple met in junior high and were quick friends — not dating right away but always staying friendly and social. They both went to their first formal high school dance together as sophomores at Springville High School. They started dating a month before graduation in May 2015, and they haven’t left each other’s side since.

Jamie and Trevor have so much in common: the outdoors, hunting, time with family, and, of course, their dogs!

For their wedding at Quiet Meadow Farm, the decor was charming, rustic, and radiant. Jamie’s bouquet was a personalized beauty — with macrame and pheasant feathers hanging from the show-stopping stems. And the entire wedding — from the ceremony to the dinner to the dance party — was a joyous and sweet celebration.

Ready to be inspired by these two babes? Start scrolling!

SOURCES

Photography Photos by Kimber

Venue Quiet Meadow Farm

Videography Jackson Averett

Catering + Bartending Sheps Culinary Creations

Wedding Gown David’s Bridal

Bridesmaids + Maids of Honor + Mother of the Bride David’s Bridal

Floral Design Kelsi Hicken + Abby Hutchings

Paper Suite MCC Wedding Invitations

Cake Chelcie Wimmer

Picking our favorite real weddings is like picking a favorite child! You can do it, but it just depends on the day. You parents feel me.

Here are our favorite real weddings from 2019 — a mix between ones featured in our print issue and ones featured right here on UtahValleyBride.com. And once again, we tried to pick a mix of our favorite wedding styles and trends. Be sure to click on over to their original features for a full list of vendors!

Thank you for sharing these moments with us that our near and dear to your hearts. We love you. And we LOVE love.

1. AS SEEN IN Alyssa + Jacob from our 2019 Print Issue // PLANNING + DESIGN Michelle Leo Events (a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOGRAPHY Mikki Platt Photography

Mikki Platt Photography

Mikki Platt Photography

Mikki Platt Photography

2. AS SEEN IN Grant + Zoi from our 2019 print issue // PHOTOGRAPHY Summer Taylor Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Summer Taylor Photography

Summer Taylor Photography

3. AS SEEN IN Madeline + Cameron // PLANNING + DESIGN Fuse Weddings and Events // PHOTOGRAPHY Jordy B. Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Jordy B. Photography

Jordy B. Photography

Jordy B. Photography

4. AS SEEN IN Elssie + Ryan from our 2019 Print Issue // PHOTOGRAPHY Alixann Loosle Photography

Alixann Loosle Photography

Alixann Loosle Photography

5. AS SEEN IN Katrina + Christian // PLANNING + FLORAL Rachael Ellen Events // PHOTOGRAPHY Kenzie Victory Photography

Kenzie Victory Photography

Kenzie Victory Photography

6. AS SEEN IN Savanah + Nathan from our 2019 Print Issue // PHOTOGRAPHY Alyssia B Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Alyssia B Photography

Alyssia B Photography

7. AS SEEN IN Brooklyn + Cory // PHOTOGRAPHY Blake Hogge Photography

Bake Hogge Photography

Bake Hogge Photography

8. AS SEEN IN Scarlet + Scott from our 2019 Print Issue// PHOTOGRAPHY Mikki Platt Photography // DESIGN + FLORAL Bushel and A Peck Floral Design (a #UVBvendor!)

Mikki Platt Photography

Mikki Platt Photography

9. AS SEEN IN Kaitlyn + Drew // PHOTOGRAPHY Alyssa Sorenson Photography

Alyssa Sorenson Photography

Alyssa Sorenson Photography

10. AS SEEN IN Aubrey + Ian // PHOTOGRAPHY Alayna Clark Photography

Alayna G. Clark Photography

Alayna G. Clark Photography

11. AS SEEN IN Ashley + Alex // PHOTOGRAPHY Madison Elle Photography

Madison Elle Photography

Madison Elle Photo

12. AS SEEN IN Christine + Jon // PHOTOGRAPHY Nicole Aston Photography (a #UVBvendor!) 

Nicole Aston Photography

Nicole Aston Photography

13. AS SEEN IN Abigail + Luke from our 2019 Print Issue // PHOTOGRAPHY Brushfire Photography

Brushfire Photography

Brushfire Photography

Brushfire Photography

14. AS SEEN IN Salaia + Lance // PHOTOGRAPHY Alex Gowon

Alex Gowon Photography

Alex Gowon Photography

15. AS SEEN IN Emily + Matt // PLANNING + DESIGN Cultivated Events Co. (a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOGRAPHY Breanna White Photography

Breanna White Photography

Breanna White Photography

16. AS SEEN IN Shelby + Jake from our 2019 Print Issue // PHOTOGRAPHY Kristina Curtis Photography (a #UVBvendor!)

Kristina Curtis Photography

Kristina Curtis Photography

17. AS SEEN IN Racquel + Jacob // PHOTOGRAPHY Adam and Destiny Clayton

Adam and Destiny Clayton Photography

Adam and Destiny Clayton Photography

18. AS SEEN IN Macaily + Spencer from our 2019 Print Issue // PLANNING + DESIGN + FLORAL Over the Top Events (a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOGRAPHY Jennie Slade Photography

Jennie Slade Photography

Jennie Slade Photography

19. AS SEEN IN April + John // PLANNING + DESIGN Cultivated Events Co. (a #UVBvendor!) // PHOTOGRAPHY Coverstone Creative

Coverstone Creative Photography

Coverstone Creative Photography

These two.

Stacy and Kyle are beautiful. They’re stylish. They’re cool. They’re chic. They’re modern. They’re sleek. They’re sweet.

We love the white brick backdrop, the big windows with stunning shadows, the pop of green from her bouquet, and just how effortlessly cool they are.

What’s more, every image from Lexi Marie Photography is captured with such elegant romance. Never forget the gorgeousness of a studio bridal. Such a great option — especially in these cold, snowy winter months.

Come scroll with us, friends!

SOURCES

Photography Lexi Marie Photography

Gown Off White Bride

Suit True Gentleman Supply Co.

Studio Studio Noire Noir

Couple Stacy + Kyle

It’s Magazine Monday — and our very first one of the 2020 print issue! We are beyond excited to share a closer look at the real wedding of Madilyn and Ethan, straight from our glossy pages. And remember! You can purchase a copy of the new issue at this pretty link.

MADILYN ROBISON + ETHAN HANSEN // AUG. 1, 2019

The stars aligned when Madilyn Robison and Ethan Hansen met in an apartment complex hot tub. “Real romantic, right?!” Madilyn jokes. But in all seriousness, this stunning couple’s love story was written in the stars. “He’s the best man I’ve ever come across, and I’m so glad I met him in a too-crowded hot tub on a Tuesday night,” Madilyn says.

When it came time to propose, Ethan kept Madilyn guessing. For weeks he took her on the craziest dates to throw her off, and then he finally proposed after the Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival.

Madilyn began planning a starry night to remember. She had a neon “Over The Moon” sign shipped from Australia that set the tone for the entire event.

The couple’s big day started with the ceremony at the Salt Lake LDS Temple, followed by a luncheon at Caffe Molise. Then it was time to party at the reception. The night ended with a splash! “For a moment I didn’t want to jump in the pool and ruin my hair and makeup,” Madilyn says. “But it felt so good to let loose and laugh with my friends and family. I would definitely ruin any fancy getup for a moment like that again.” 

Picture This Madilyn and Ethan both grew up in Utah and loved hosting their friends and family in a cozy, chic setting. The show-stopping pampas grass chandelier added warmth to their whimsical stars-and-moon theme. “I have gotten more compliments about the pampas grass than I can even begin to explain!” Madilyn says. She got the idea on Pinterest and her talented florist, Sarah Asay of Blushing Rose Floral, brought it to life.

Dream Scene The elevator at Caffé Molise made for a perfect little photo op with their incredible photographer, In Frames Photography. “I love those photos because they are so vintage and romantic,” Madilyn says. “And my hair looks bomb!” Speaking of romantic, can we talk about Madilyn’s silky little number from Alta Moda Bridal? The ever-so-slight puff sleeve and that like-a-glove fit is what dress dreams are made of. FUN FACT: The gown by Jen Jackson Designs was customized for Madilyn. The designer loved the updated version so much she added it to her collection and calls it Robi (after Madilyn’s maiden name Robison). Pillow seating and tables from Utah Vintage Rentals made for a fun, unique touch as guests dined on chicken tacos. The night ended with a splash as the bridal party and balloons landed in the pool.  

SOURCES

Photography In Frames Photography 

Floral Blushing Rose Floral (a #UVBvendor!)

Videography Kennidy Nicole

Gown Jen Jackson Designs at Alta Moda Bridal (a #UVBvendor!)

Catering + Cake Lux Events & Catering 

Hair + Makeup Emma Anne Artistry 

Groom’s Attire UWM Men’s Shop 

Bridesmaid Attire ASOS

Paper Suite Shine Wedding Invitations

Rings Phillip & Co. 

Rentals Utah Vintage Rentals (a #UVBvendor!)