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in every issue03 From the editor

06 The big picture

37 Advertiser index

38 High Country Wedding Marketplace

40 Last dance

departments10 Planning

MUCH TO DO BEFORE “I DO”Planning your wedding should be an enjoyable journey

13 DesignTHE POWER OF THE FLOWER Select and design the perfect palette of petals

18 Fresh IdeasA BIT DIFFERENTIdeas on how to make your special day just that – yours.

22 CupcakesAN ELEGANT ALTERNATIVESimple sugar sprinkles to edible fl ower designs

features27 A High Country Affair

Three real weddings from around the state that are sure to inspire

32 Pick Your ParadiseA comprehensive selection of unique venues to make your matrimonialmost memorable

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Don’t let tradition be boringIn full disclosure, I’m a single guy. One could see this as a limiting factor in editing a magazine

about weddings. But to be honest, I have attended quite a few matrimonial ceremonies through the

years, and not having been the star of one myself, I have a pretty good idea of what separates the

great weddings from the ordinary ones.

So as we crafted this year’s story ideas, we aimed at one word — tradition — and blew it apart.

Instead, we asked ourselves, “What could folks do in the mountains to make their wedding truly

unique?” Nobody wants a one-size fi ts all wedding (unless you’re in Vegas and time is a factor, and

last time we checked, it’s a long way down from here to Sin City). Knowing this, I gathered a few

friends here who have been married, and who no one would call “traditional,” and asked them to

outline their best wedding ideas. You can fi nd their tips inside.

Also inside, you can learn about the newest fad in weddings — ditching the cake. We asked a

cupcake artist to write about her art, and tell us why cupcakes are new symbols for love and unity.

Plus, no matter what they symbolize, cupcakes add one more way to make a wedding authentic to

the personalities getting hitched.

Finally, we wish any of our engaged readers who are planning their weddings the best of luck,

and to enjoy making all these decisions about how to make your wedding day special. Whatever

you decide, we just have one piece of advice — take at least one risk. It will make it fun, unique and

memorable for everyone in attendance — including the bride and groom.

Ryan Slabaugh EDITOR


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Let’s face it: Planning your wedding day can

be completely overwhelming. Unless you elope

to a beach in Costa Rica, you have countless de-

tails to tend to between now and the big day

and it’s hard to know where to begin.

But your wedding isn’t supposed to be stress-

ful. It’s supposed to be fun, enchanting, a once-

in-a-lifetime experience that goes off without a

hitch. All too often, the onus falls on you, the

bride, to create the vision, coordinate the ven-

dors, plan the guest list, send out invitations,

order the cake, choose the music, schedule the

spa, engrave the rings … you get the picture.

The key to relieving the pressure and enjoying

the process lies in planning ahead, organizing

a timeline and staying focused on each task at

hand to create an event that will last forever in

cherished memories.

Here, in broad strokes, we offer ideas to

simplify the process, stay on track and actually

enjoy the journey to your dreamy destination

wedding in the Colorado High Country.

Save the Date It goes without saying that the fi rst step is

choosing the date and venue. The two go hand

in hand as you envision the ultimate day. Do

you want to wed in a church or outdoors on

a mountaintop? Do you want an intimate oc-

casion at a secluded lodge? Or do you seek a

grand affair with sweeping summer vistas and

hundreds of guests? Whatever you choose, leave

yourself plenty of time to plan.

Your budget is the other immediate consid-

eration, as it will affect every choice you make

from here on out. If you are able to clarify a

precise dollar amount, then you can divide that

among the various aspects and vendors to es-

tablish how much you want to spend, where.

Next, we suggest building a timeline with

the major elements mapped out in order of

importance. As you create this timeline, the

sneaky little details will begin to emerge and

fi nd a place within your planning agenda. So, as

you begin to choose an offi ciant, the details of

the ceremony will come to the surface, such as

writing vows, selecting readings, and the other

personal touches you

want to include.

Choose the Vendors You’ll want to book your

various vendors early in

the process. Consider:

These people are profes-

sionals who participate

in dozens of weddings

each year. They can be a

tremendous help in fi nal-

izing the smaller details.

Make your list of needs

and then begin to inter-

view vendors in each cat-

egory one at a time. Pho-

tographers tend to book

out very far in advance,

so that is a great place to

start. Do your research,

narrow down the pos-

sibilities, interview the

best candidates and then

reserve them for your

day. Then, you’ll have

a professional resource

on your side who can

help with any questions

that arise in the coming

months.

This is the time to con-

sider a professional wedding planner. Hiring an

experienced coordinator can ease the burden

tremendously as they know exactly what has to

happen and when. A planner will keep you on

course with invitations, programs, dining and

seating arrangements, entertainment, and all

the other details that can bog you down. Fur-

thermore, on the day of your wedding, a coor-

dinator will keep the event fl owing smoothly so

that you don’t need to worry about a thing.

A good wedding planner can make all the

difference when it comes to planning and ex-

ecuting your special day.

much to do,before “I do”Planning your wedding is a fun journey best shared with family and friends BY BRENDAN HARRINGTON

planning

there’s an app for that … Bridal Binder is an extremely thorough and user-friendly smartphone application that helps you track exactly what you need to do when. Designed by professional wedding planner Meg Stepanek, of Gemini Event Planning in Eagle, Bridal Binder creates a personal agenda and to-do list, allowing you to keep every bit of info together in one place ... your pocket. www.bridalbinder.com


your day, your way In planning the big day, look for unique ways to put your own personal stamp on your wedding. It’s an opportunity to express your personality — as individuals and as a couple together. “I always start at the ba-sics,” says Meg Stepanek of Gemini Event Planning in Eagle. “These are two people bringing their lives together. I go back to their roots and look at what made them who they are today.”

She then fi nds clever ways to incorporate their backgrounds into the wedding, such as a fun gift bag for guests. If your fi rst date was a Red Sox game, put a Sox cap in the bag. If you grew up at the beach, inscribe seashells with a special message from the day. Calling in elements from your past is an easy and af-fordable way to add some character.

“Also, the paperie can be very expressive,” says Stepanek. “If you love to ski, design save the date cards that look like a lift ticket. Find a theme that expresses your personality and carry it throughout.”

Details such as this can make a signifi -cant statement, according to Stepanek. “I had one bride whose family was from Italy. Her grandmother made Limoncello and put them in small bottles that they used for escort cards at the reception,” she re-calls. “Some of these things that could be-come monotonous present a real opportu-nity. Turn them into something unique that shows your style.”

“Of course, the simple fact that they’re getting married in the mountains says a lot about a couple, too,” Stepanek continues. “So we look for ways to create an experi-ence outside of the norm, for guests to really experience Colorado.”

By hosting an outdoor barbecue at the Lazy J Ranch, or taking a sleigh ride to an intimate cabin dinner, you will provide a memorable experience that goes far be-yond the wedding, Stepanek says. Holding a mountaintop ceremony or incorporating a gondola ride, even taking your guests rafting will make it a weekend to remember.

“This is the beginning of a couple’s ad-venture together,” she says. “Guests should share in that and, more than a wedding, it can be a great vacation … an adventure.”

Find Stepanek online atwww.geminieventplanning.com.


CHOOSING THE RIGHT

MUSIC for your wedding is an entirely personal matter. Do you want the vibrant energy of a live band or the fl exibility and personal touch of a DJ? There are a few factors to consider when planning the music.

“Today, it’s DJ vs. iPod, really,” says Courtney Hampton of Hampton En-tertainment in Breckenridge. A DJ herself, Hampton explains that more people are trying to create playlists and manage their own mu-sic, which is not necessarily a good idea. She explains how trying to control the music yourself can lead to lapses in the entertainment,

awkward silences, or the wrong songs playing that wrong times. “It’s not just music, it’s entertainment,” she says. “If there’s no entertainment, then it’s just a really expensive dinner party.”

While live music has an indisputable energy, DJs offer more than just music, Hampton believes. “A DJ also coordinates the day, leads the party and works with all the other vendors to ensure everything goes right,” she says. Leading the party is an important ingre-dient, and a DJ can refl ect — and control — the energy in the room as needed. More so, she points out,

a DJ today has immediate access to unlimited music on the Internet, so she can respond to a song request within seconds to catch any spontaneous moment that pops up.

More than entertainment, even, Hampton brings a personal touch to weddings. For example, she’ll ask questions of the bride and groom privately and then introduce the fi rst dance by weaving tales of their past together, such as how the couple met. “The crowd will cry, cheer, scream … they’re so into it,” she says. “And then everyone’s gathered and focused on the fi rst dance.”

Find Hampton Entertainment at www.hampton-entertainment.com.

tune it up! Make it Yours After you have the larger pieces of the puzzle in

place, the fun can really begin. Your wedding day

is a chance to truly express your personality and

style. Every detail should refl ect who you are and

how you’ve always dreamed your wedding to be.

If you want your dog to be in the ceremony, your

bridesmaids to wear pink paisley and your fi rst

dance to be hip hop, then make it so. This is your

day and you should have it your way.

And let’s not forget the wedding dress.

Choosing your bridal gown is a special time

in your life; a time to share with family and

friends. Whether it is borrowed or blue, your

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Look to incorporate your own unique ideas

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design

Flowers are fl eeting. They blossom, beau-

tify and fade. However, the impression they

make at your wedding is indelible. They create

atmosphere, and serve to make your wedding

... your wedding. ¶ “Besides the wedding dress,

the fl owers are what bring the magic and beau-

ty to a wedding,” says Susan Rapson, owner of

A Secret Garden in Vail. “They are a very per-

sonal expression.” Rapson has been designing

wedding arrangements from her shop in the

heart of Vail Village for 15 years, so we turned

to her for advice on how to choose and de-

sign the perfect palette of petals for your High

Country affair. »

the powerof the fl owerHow to select and design your own perfect petals BY BRENDAN HARRINGTON

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ColorIn designing fl ower arrangements for a wed-

ding, Rapson begins with the overall color

scheme and works to match or complement it.

“A lot depends on the color of the bridesmaid

dresses,” she says.

Season It seems obvious, but is often overlooked: You

want fresh fl owers that are in season to grace

your affair. “If a bride says, ‘I love peonies,’ and

it’s May or June, great! If it’s autumn, we go to a

hydrangea or garden rose,” Rapson explains.

Venue

Design your fl oral arrangements in concert

with the wedding venue, Rapson recommends.

If there are very high ceilings, for example, then

the arrangements should be tall and linear.

Personality Rapson stresses the importance of designing

fl owers to match a bride’s style and vision. For

example, destination brides to the Rockies of-

ten envision a rustic affair, which would imply

more wildfl ower varieties. “We plan fl owers

around what they’re looking for,” she explains.

“Birch bark containers, sunfl owers, delphini-

ums … they give a rustic look.”

Budget Budget is usually a concern when planning your

wedding, and there are ways to create wonder-

ful arrangements no matter how much you’ve

allotted to the fl owers. When it comes to pri-

oritizing where you spend your fl oral budget,

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come the table centerpieces, she says. “People

will be sitting in front of them for a long time.

They’ll notice them.”

Unique Applications Beyond bridal arrangements and centerpieces,

there are many unique ways to tie fl owers into

the design of your wedding. Cake fl owers add

an artistic and colorful touch, as do personal

fl owers for different people involved in the

wedding. For example, Rapson will design bou-

tonnieres with herbs, berries and copper wire;

or even add fruits and vegetables to decorative

arrangements for texture.

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A “destination wedding” may conjure vi-

sions of white sand beaches in Mexico or a

quiet New England inn, but one rural ranch

in Colorado is attracting couples from far and

wide for all-inclusive, upscale weddings in a

stunning Rocky Mountain hideaway.

Devil’s Thumb Ranch, (90 minutes from

Denver) sits on some 5,000 acres of broad,

open valley rimmed with a panorama of snow-

capped Continental Divide peaks. The ranch

features upscale amenities and plays backdrop

to open air wedding ceremonies and events

throughout the year.

But despite the devilish name, the site is

peaceful and an idyllic spot for a wedding,

something that owners Bob and Suzanne Fanch

realized immediately when they fi rst came to

the valley.

“Devil’s Thumb Ranch has a true wilderness

and ranch feel, which allows people to enjoy

the beauty of its natural setting as well as won-

derful recreational amenities,” Bob Fanch said

of his property.

“You don’t have to leave,” said a Devil’s

Thumb wedding planner, adding, “And you

won’t want to.”

The outdoor wedding area takes advantage

of Mother Nature’s stunning backdrop, a set-

ting sure to frame any wedding portrait in

splendor, and the second-fl oor Broad Axe Barn

reception area opens with double-height doors

over a liver-shaped pool and looks over the

same scenery.

The Broad Axe Barn is an open expanse of

some 2,900 square-feet and can accommodate

as many as 150 seated guests. The rough-hewn

timbers and 25-foot vaulted ceilings create

a sense of awe, and just one step through the

high barn doors carries guests to a sprawling

2,200-square-foot deck that is perfect for a cer-

emony and reception.

Adjacent to the barn is the Timber House,

with a nearly 360-degree view of the valley

from a cozy glassed-in space. The Timber House

seats 40 and is ideal for smaller events.

Catering service is part of any package at

Devil’s Thumb, and planners offer a roster of

creative menus — many with local game such

as Colorado lamb or trout — and food and

beverage staff can cater to any special need,

including unique wine

vintages from their wine

cellar.

The reception area

can accommodate a full

band or DJ, and guest

can even play their own

iPod through a sound

system and have guests

dancing into the night.

Accommodation is

in a recently completed

lodge of 52 upscale

rooms or in a handful

of elegant, rustic cabins

dotting the sprawling

property. The ranch also

boasts a new healing

spa, with a lavish “cou-

ple’s suite” for pre-wedding pampering, as well

as opportunities to hike, go horseback riding

or cross-country ski under the looming ridge

of the Continental Divide.

Organizers, who say word of mouth is draw-

ing interest from all across the US, are booked

on most summer weekends and busy year-

round. They recommend booking far in ad-

vance.

For more information or to make reserva-

tions for your wedding or event, contact Devil’s

Thumb Ranch at www.devilsthumbranch.com

or by phone at (970) 726-7001.

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12 cool new wedding ideasBY GUNILLA ASHER AND ASHTON HEWITT

freshideas

When I say weddings, and ask you to close your eyes what do see? I see a white

dress, fl owers, pretty cake and a lovely,

happy couple. Well, that is the idea… and

a very traditional one. Traditional is good

and actually very in right now, but even

some traditions need to be modernized

and funked up a bit. Here are a few great

ideas on how to make your special day just

that – yours. And a bit different…

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3 PHOTO BOOTH Wedding photographers are one thing and the cameras at every table are another, but what about have a photo booth for guests to jump into with props to take goofy pictures together?

4 CREATE AN ORIGINAL DANCEThis can be for your first dance or as you walk as a couple back down the aisle. It has become a YouTube phenomenon.

5 CREATE YOUR OWN BRANDMy friends created a brand with both of their initials in it . At the rehearsal dinner we were all advised to bring something to brand. Everything from jeans, boots to bags were branded by their family and friends.

2Save the date

You can make save the dates that look like a concert ticket or even a one day lift pass of a local mountain in your area.

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7 UNIQUE TABLE NAMES Name tables after local mountains, rivers and events. Even choose sports teams if that is important to the couple – be creative. It adds a personal touch rather than table numbers.

8 GUEST BOOKS At my niece’s wedding instead of a guest book she had river stones and a sharpie pen. Each guest would write on a stone and place it in a glass vase. It is a focal point in their home now and they can always be reminded of the day and the event.

9 PERSONALIZED WEBSITES AND ELECTRONIC INVITESCreate a website for the wedding. Include tabs to display pictures of the couple from different stages of their lives, tell the story of how they met and the actual engagement. Also include specific details – registry information, travel and lodging details and things to do while at the wedding location.

You can also opt for an electronic invitation to the events – you can get a RSVP right then and there – fast and easy .

Personalized wine/beer labels

Opt out of a full bar, offer guests a beer and wine

selection with personalized labels with the couple’s name and date on it. A keepsake for

them and for you.

In addition, offer 3-4 signature cocktails that are special to the couple. If he is from Tennessee, choose a bourbon and offer a few cocktails made with that.

Offer other options that play on where she is from – or

where they met. Spin them to represent the couple and things that are associated

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11 DIY – DO IT YOURSELFSave some money and add some very personal touches. Instead of elaborate floral centerpieces, use photos of the couple throughout different stages of their relationship as centerpieces. Print the pictures from a nice color printer and get a variety of framing options from craft shops and personalize each one.

12 ECO-FRIENDLYChoose materials that are recycled; recycled paper is the rage now and economical these days. Use props from outside; pieces of cut wood that can hold a placecard on the table, rocks, pebbles or sand can be arranged in vases. Just look around outside, there are endless options for natural touches. These can be very budget-friendly too!

Opt for an outside venue that is complete with decorations – just a few additional touches will make it perfect with the beauty of the outdoors.

cupcakes

wedding cupcakesMARIE HALE, CAKES AND CUFFS Cupcakes have been ‘taking the

cake’, as an alternative to a wedding cake

in recent years. Professional bakeries have

been offering more and more elaborate

custom cupcake displays, and the he op-

tion of providing guests with beautiful,

individual little cakes has become very ap-

pealing to wedding parties. What began as

a trendy, lower cost alternative is becoming

a favored and elegant option to more and

more brides and grooms.

While the wedding cake has been the

iconic, traditional staple of a wedding,

the benefi ts in both taste and aesthetic of

a cupcake presentation are many. Visually,

the effect of a couple hundred individually

decorated cakes presented in varying wrap-

pers and decorated to the theme of the

wedding is stunning. Displays range from

towers in varying shapes, sizes and mate-

rial to a spread of tiered plated cakes pre-

sented as a truly and unique visual design.

Offering cupcakes in varied fl avors, and of-

ten in varied sizes, allows guests to choose

their preference in both cake and frosting

combination, and often in decoration as

well. Decoration of the cakes has evolved

well beyond the simple sugar sprinkles to

molded chocolate or edible fl ower designs

to compliment all manners of themes,

whether it be traditional and elegant or

specifi cally themed to a beach or a moun-

tain, or anything between or beyond.

Presentation is everything. Cupcakes al-

low for a varied and inspired fl exibility,

such as hanging displays or the incorpora-

tion of whimsical props or pictures or other

elements to add even charm and magic to

the Perfect day. Nothing is lost in elegance,

and in fact, much more personalization

(and indeed, exclamation) can be gained.



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WHEN DANE I GOT ENGAGED SEPTEMBER, 2010 we knew we wanted to do something non-traditional for our wedding. We decided the best way to start our new lives together was with a big trip rather than a big wedding. We worked with a local Travel Agent to fi nd the trip that would be just right for us. In Colorado the bride and groom are able to marry themselves and on October 5th, 2011 we were married at the courthouse in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Getting married at the courthouse was a very easy process that took just about 15-20 minutes from start to fi nish. We were able to apply for our marriage license and get married at the same time with no appointment necessary. That night we

shared dinner with close friends and family before leav-ing on a Mediterranean Cruise the next day. Our cruise left from Barcelona Spain and over 7 days we visited Toulon, Nice and Villefranche France; Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento and Capri Italy. We enjoyed experi-encing new things together and making memories that will last a lifetime. Instead of a Wedding Album Dane and I will put together a book with pictures from our day at the courthouse and our trip. We both decided we would not have done things any other way and choosing a trip over a large wedding was the perfect thing for us.

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If it’s an inspired mountain setting, a tradi-

tional look and feel, or a beautiful backdrop

you’re looking for, then Winter Park’s Iron

Horse Resort and Granby’s Inn at SilverCreek

are the ideal venues to begin planning your

big day. “Whether it’s a formal affair or ca-

sual nuptials, our event space options will

help you draw inspiration for your wedding,”

says Stephanie Thompson, sales and market-

ing manager with The Alderwood Group, the

management company for Iron Horse Resort

and the Inn at SilverCreek. “Because I repre-

sent two very distinct event spaces and resort

properties, I can help you attain that perfect

and memorable celebration.”

Looking to fi nd a location that matches

you and your fi ancée’s sense of style and ad-

venture? Iron Horse Resort, perfectly situated

in the pines at the base of Winter Park Re-

sort, is the ideal spot for that very personal

and elegant wedding. “We can accommodate

intimate gatherings inside and out,” says

Thompson. Tie the knot and celebrate your

commitment on Iron Horse’s picturesque

grounds with soaring pines and peaks as a

backdrop and the resort’s 4,500 square feet

of fl exible space. On site condominium-style

accommodations make it easy for your guests

to relax and enjoy your day. Iron Horse is con-

veniently located with ski-in/ski-out access

to Winter Park Resort and close to downtown

dining and shopping. On-site amenities in-

clude a bar and grill, fi tness center and an in-

door/outdoor pool. “Your guests will have

options and will remember your affair for

years to come,” Thompson adds.

Leaning toward a more traditional re-

ception with space and facilities to ac-

commodate all of your guests, regardless

of age? Spacious and comfortable Inn at

SilverCreek offers conventional ballroom

space in a family-friendly setting. “Not

only does the

Inn’s event

space provide

enough room

for everyone on

your guest list,

the Inn is close

to family-cen-

tric attractions

and offers an

open and safe

environment on-site,” notes Thompson. Inn

rooms feature the usual hotel-style option

along with studio and loft units that include a

full kitchen. For family and friends who want

to incorporate a relaxing getaway with your

wedding, the Inn’s dining options (restau-

rant and a bar and grill) and amenities de-

liver. “The Inn offers the type of facilities you

would expect at a full-service resort,” adds

Thompson, including a restaurant and bar

and grill, fi tness center, indoor and outdoor

hot tubs and pool, racquet ball and tennis

courts, game room, hair salon, convenience

store, and a seasonal snowsports retail opera-

tion with rentals.

With two venues, plenty of indoor and

outdoor options, Stephanie Thompson should

be the fi rst person you contact. “As an experi-

enced event planner, I understand the impor-

tance of seamlessly blending location, venue,

and your expectations so that when it’s time

for your big day it is the one you’ve dreamed

about,” says Thompson. To learn more, visit

www.IronHorse-Resort.com and www.In-

natSilverCreek.com, or via email at sthomp-

[email protected] and (970)

726-2802.

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I do, I doBY CATHLEEN CALKINS

Your Grand County Wedding

‘Whether it’s a formal affair or casual nuptials, our event space options will help you draw inspiration for your wedding’


�� The most comfortable and complete wedding venue in Vail on 20 scenic acres bordering the White River National Forest.

• Over 9,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor wedding, reception and banquet space with expansive views of the surrounding mountains

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• Full service, on-site catering by the Alpine Tavern’s experienced and creative chefs

• Customized menus for receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal luncheons and wedding brunches

• Free on-site parking

• Platinum Service award winner

It’s the perfect match. Your wedding in the Vail you love, celebrated at Vail Racquet Club and the Alpine Tavern.

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The greatest inspirations

for creating your perfect

day often come from see-

ing others’ perfect days.

Perhaps it’s a table setting

that strikes you; a wed-

ding gown or hairstyle.

Maybe it’s the photography

or even the venue you’d like

to emulate. ¶ Here, courtesy of

Emily Campbell at Bella Design

and Planning, we present three real

High Country weddings from 2010,

each with personal fl air and style. ¶

Let the daydreaming begin…

Find Bella Design & Planning online at www.gobella.com

A high country

affairThree real weddings

to elicit inspiration


Autumn Bliss Ellie Berry and Nick Sarrow-Wait

Saddle Ridge, Beaver Creek

September 25, 2010

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Wedding VendorsWEDDING PLANNING AND DESIGN:

Bella Design & Planning

STATIONARY: Meredith Kurosko at

Regas NY

CALLIGRAPHER: Love Jenna

CAKE: Sugar

FLORALS: Bloom

MUSIC: Whitewater Ramble

HAIR AND MAKEUP: Inga Cox

BRIDAL DRESS: Amsale

BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Calypso

highcountry affair


Good As Gold Mindy Evangelisti and Joel Bolt

Copper Mountain Resort

June 19, 2010

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STUDIO JK PHOTOGRAPHY

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STATIONARY: Squeeze Designz

CAKE: Kelley Kakes

LIGHTING & DRAPERY: Pink Monkey

FLORALS: Bloom

MUSIC: Bravo String Quartet and

Great Time DJ

HAIR: Amanda Haley, Roots

MAKEUP: Joy Petty, Blush

BRIDAL DRESS: Priscilla’s of Boston

BRIDESMAID DRESSES: David’s Bridal

highcountry affair


highcountry affair

Western Wonder

Katie Croft and Scott Goldberg

Keystone Ranch

August 20, 2010.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JASON G

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STATIONARY: Bella Figura & Squeeze

Designz

CAKE: Ned Archibald

LIGHTING: Colorado Tents and Events

FLORALS: Creations by Christine

MUSIC: Quartetto Denver and Great

Time DJ

HAIR: Amanda Haley, Roots

MAKEUP: Joy Petty, Blush

BRIDAL DRESS: Priscilla’s of Boston

BRIDESMAID DRESS: the bridesmaids

all wore dresses of their choosing


highcountry affair

Camp SunlightMelanie Davis and Andrew Baumert

Sunlight Mountain Ski Resort

September 17, 2011

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KAREN SKELLY

WWW.KARENSKELLYPHOTO.COM

Wedding VendorsWEDDING DESIGN: All the camping

decorations, favors, and invitations

were made by Melanie

DAY OF WEDDING PLANNER: Camp

Director Kathy Yost

STATIONARY: Paperwise.com

CAKE: Killer Cakes, Glenwood

FLORALS: Flowers by Staci, Glenwood

MUSIC: Bad Willie

THEME: Camping

HAIR: Sanctuary Spa, Glenwood

BRIDAL DRESS: Milanoo.com

BRIDESMAID DRESS: Sears

Have you always dreamed of a quaint wedding surrounded by close family alongside

a mountain stream? Or are you the grandiose

type, with hundreds of friends perched on a pa-

tio enjoying expansive views of faraway peaks?

Whatever your vision of paradise may be, you’ll

fi nd it in the Colorado Rockies. ¶ Here, we pres-

ent a handful of our favorite High Country ven-

ues to whet your wedding day whistle. »

pick your paradiseFrom Grand County to the Grand Valley, the Colorado High Country offers magnificent matrimonial venues



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DONOVAN PAVILION

A stone and timber mountain lodge, Donovan

Pavilion sits on 50 acres of park and open space.

Tucked into the mountainside, the spacious

5,200-square-foot building can accommodate

250 guests inside, as well as another 100 guests

on the patio overlooking Gore Creek. On-site

kitchen, large bathrooms, audio-visual equip-

ment, tables, outdoor amenities and plenty of

parking are included in the Pavilion rental.

Vail • www.donovanpavilion.com(970) 477-3699

THE CHAPEL AT BEAVER CREEK

Built as a joint effort of all its member congre-

gations, the Chapel at Beaver Creek is nestled

at the base of Beaver Creek, right on the creek

within a grove of balsam trees. The stone build-

ing is the embodiment of simple elegance. The

main sanctuary seats 200 people with an ad-

ditional 50 in the balcony. The chapel can be

booked by going through any of the member

congregations, which include those in the Ro-

man Catholic, Protestant and Jewish traditions.

Beaver Creek • www.beavercreekchapel.com(970) 471-3117

GAME CREEK RESTAURANT

Renowned for its stunning view high above

Vail, Game Creek Restaurant features a fusion

of an American-French style of cooking with

seasonal ingredients, complemented by an ex-

tensive wine list and superior service. The lodge

has an Old-World feel, and the large deck is a

favorite spot for couples. The restaurant can ac-

commodate 120 seated guests on the main level

and 60 seated guests on the bistro level.

Vail Mountain • www.Vail.com(866) 231-VAIL

LARKSPUR RESTAURANT

Larkspur’s warm ambiance, congenial service

and award-winning American cuisine has cre-

ated memorable events for more than a decade.

With a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces

available, the restaurant has hosted weddings

for as few as two people and as many as 200.

Voted Best Large Party Venue 2010 in the Vail Daily’s Readers’ Choice poll.

Vail • www.Larkspurvail.com(970) 754-8048

Donovan Pavilion

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THE TIMBER HEARTH AT CORDILLERA

Part of The Club at Cordillera, The Timber Hearth

sits on 7,000 acres with views of the club’s spec-

tacular golf courses and of the Gore Range. Most

events accommodate 80-200 guests. The restau-

rant, which serves above-and-beyond American

cuisine, has a Western ambiance with a romantic

fl air. There is also an outdoor ceremony location

on site as well as a patio perfect for cocktail re-

ceptions before heading inside for dinner. In the

winter season, enjoy the option of horse-drawn

sleigh rides provided by Bearcat Stables.

Edwards • www.cordillera-vail.com(970) 926-4622

Summit County By Caddie Nath

KEYSTONE RANCH

This beautiful lakeside lodge provides an in-

timate rustic location for weddings. Summer

ceremonies can be held on the lawn with

sweeping views of the Ten Mile Range and

Swan Mountain. Winter weddings are held in

front of the log structure’s grand stone fi re-

place. The Keystone ranch can host parties of

up to 180 people in the summer and 120 peo-

ple in the winter.

Keystone • www.keystoneresort.com (877) 625-1541

ONE SKI HILL PLACE

One Ski Hill Place, at the base of Peak 8, offers

a selection of venues from spacious vaulted-

ceiling ballrooms able to accommodate up to

350 guests to elegant smaller settings perfect

for more intimate gatherings. With an open

stone patio set against a magnifi cent mountain

backdrop for an outdoor ceremony or photos,

this is Breckenridge’s newest luxury wedding

venue. One Ski Hill Place offers catering and

bar services, a dance fl oor and guest parking

for a number of events leading up to and in-

cluding the big day.

Breckenridge • www.oneskihill.rockresorts.com/weddings(800) 332-0424

SILVERTHORNE PAVILION

The Silverthorne Pavilion offers an open, invit-

ing location for weddings of any size, with el-

egant decor, hardwood fl oors and handcrafted

chandeliers in a quiet mountain setting. The

Pavilion provides indoor and outdoor venues,

off-premise catering and valet parking for up

to 300 guests and is an affordable alternative to

resort venues.

Silverthorne • www.silverthorne.org (970) 262-7396

SOLITUDE STATION

Take the American Eagle chairlift up to the

unique mountaintop Solitude Station and say

your vows at 11,200 feet while you’re sur-

rounded by breathtaking views of the Rocky

Mountains. Then follow the ceremony with

a memorable reception at the elegant Grand

Lodge at Copper overlooking the golf course.

Solitude Station can comfortably accommo-

date up to 250 people, and the bride and

groom will each receive a complimentary

Copper season pass.

Copper Mountain • www.coppercolorado.com(970) 471-2632

Roaring Fork Valley By Io Hayden

THE ASPENALT LODGE

At fi rst glance the Aspenalt is a midpoint mo-

tel in the Roaring Fork Valley. Walk ‘round back

though, and it is suddenly a very friendly river-

side venue. Unanticipated privacy allows your

gathering to enjoy itself in or out of doors al-

most simultaneously. Both the native and the

out-of-town-bride fortunate enough to stum-

ble upon the Aspenalt will be gratifi ed by its

proximity to area attractions and plethora of

included amenities including the riverside hot

tub.

Basalt • www.aspenalt.com(970) 927-3971

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ASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

For the bride who craves that extra bit of chiv-

alry, the venues of The Aspen Historical Soci-

ety will delight. Do you need a city block or

more than two acres for the event? Choose what

would have been the home of Jerome Wheeler

or the former Holden/Marolt Ranch.

Be prepared to bring a tent under which you

are free to host the fashionable, welcome bar-

becue or Sunday brunch. Alternatively, let the

Society return you and your guests to the era of

lawn games and croquet. Full circle mountain

views lend themselves well to modern photog-

raphy, while indoor pictures with a sepia feel

are also popular.

Aspen • www.aspenhistory.org(970) 925-3721 ext.107

FLYING DOG RANCH RETREAT

We met a man who had driven from Denver

with his daughter for a closer look at the Fly-

ing Dog Ranch’s facility rental. On our way

out, we knew they would have to appreci-

ate the irrepressible wildfl owers and potted

blooms that graced its lovely fi nished barn.

Lively line dancing would be suited here, as

would the more traditional wedding dances.

Plentiful indoor space opens to a garden, pas-

toral, mountain setting for 250. “Our facility

allows people to enjoy the formal, while the

rustic is outside the door,” notes owner Lydia

McKintyre.

Carbondale • www.fl yingdogranch.com(970) 309-5256

AVALANCHE RANCH

If you would only ever get a vacation because

you are getting married, and the formal touch-

es look more like a formal nightmare, wake up

and high tail it to Avalanche Ranch. Rent the

Dog House “cabin No. 4,” for your fi ancé until

he says “I do.” If you are even more inclined to

travel, step onto Route 66, (No. 14). You will be

able to use all of these cabins and their quaint

names to house your outdoor enthusiasts who

can indulge in everything from trout fi shing

to cross country skiing. Elope or host an entire

family in rustic luxury. Brides, BYOB (bring

your own boy), and marry his way.

Redstone • www.avalancheranch.com(970) 963-2846

GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS

Are you a family-oriented bride trying to fi nd

the perfect multigenerational spot to celebrate

your wedding? Steeping in minerals and histo-

ry at the Glenwood Hot Springs Pool and Lodge

is a treat for the arthritic and adept alike. Its wa-

terslide is not just for kiddies; snow need not

interrupt your 104-degree soak. Fun combines

with convenience in this casual, well-appointed

resort property. The lodge has the capability to

host festivities for up to 35. Adjacent, the Spa

of the Rockies which opened just three years

ago, offers youth-restoring treatments to lucky

guests in the original 1890 bathhouse.

Glenwood Springswww.hotspringspool.comwww.spaoftherockies.com(970) 945-3324

THE SKY HOTEL

Dream, plan and luxuriate while looking up at

The Sky. Its Aspen Mountain Room becomes

a venue suitable for any presidential party or

your reception of up to 150. The snowfl ake

sconces shine light on to guests who spill into

an outdoor living room complete with warm

waterfall. Drop your stress and temperature to

Thirty-Nine Degrees as you contemplate de-

tails of being wed in Aspen’s ultra-attentive

and only boutique hotel. “It’s about the indi-

viduality of the couple; we are not a ‘cookie

cutter’ catering service,” says Helen Roche,

catering manager.

Aspen • www.theskyhotel.com(970) 429-7803

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Grand County By Reid Armstrong

THE GRAND LAKE LODGE

Long recognized as an outstanding wedding

destination, the Grand Lake Lodge offers an

exclusive outdoor covered mountainside

terrace. This venue showcases the Lodge’s

premier view of Colorado’s largest natural lake,

the Continental Divide and Rocky Mountain

National Park. Just steps away, the lovely Nuptial

Knoll located on a secluded bluff overlooking

Grand Lake is a superb wedding ceremony site,

featuring an astonishing backdrop for wedding

photographs. This incredible view has awed

hundreds of couples.

Grand Lake • www.grandlakelodge.com(970) 627-3967

DEVIL’S THUMB RANCH

Indulge in the quintessential Rocky Mountain

experience at Devil’s Thumb Ranch, where wil-

derness-based luxury comes with a thought-

ful eye on sustainability. Enjoy 5,000 acres of

scenic beauty, nature-based spa treatments and

outdoor recreation options that will keep ev-

eryone entertained. Uniquely appointed guest

rooms and cabins offer dream-induced options,

with indoor/outdoor ceremony venues and

contemporary artisan or ranch-style cuisine for

Western-style magic on a couple’s special day.

Tabernash • www.devilsthumbranch.com (800) 933-4339

LATIGO RANCH

Couples can tie the knot on this 80-year-old

ranch, next to a pond that faces an astounding

view of the Continental Divide in the distance.

Receptions and dances are typically held in a

large social club on the ranch that also serves

as a backup location during inclement weather.

The social club holds about 100 people, has a

beautiful stone fi replace, loft, main room and

downstairs for dressing rooms.

17 miles northwest of Kremmling • www.latigotrails.com(800) 227-9655

THE LODGE AT SUNSPOT

Imagine an aisle that begins with the Zephyr

Express Scenic chairlift rising from the base of

Winter Park Resort to The Lodge at Sunspot. Lo-

cated at 10,700 ft., the lodge features a stone

hearth fi replace, wrap around deck overlooking

the Continental Divide and exquisite timber

architecture. Each customized menu pairs lo-

cal cuisine to an extensive wine list, pleasing

discriminating palates. As evening fades, the

starlit gondola returns to base with affordable

accommodations offering postcard views of the

Rocky Mountains.

Winter Park Resort • www.winterparkresortweddings.com(800) 731-6906 ext. 4

C LAZY U RANCH

Specializing in spring, fall and winter wed-

dings, the C Lazy U Ranch creates lifetime

memories. Overlooking Willow Creek Resevoir

and the Continental Divide, the “Woodsie” sets

picture-perfect scene. An on-site wedding coor-

dinator works to make every aspect of a wed-

ding fl awless.

Granby • www.clazyu.com(970) 887-3344

Grand Valley By Tracy Dvorak

GATEWAY CANYONS

Whether you dream of a casual country wed-

ding or an intimate destination wedding, Gate-

way Canyons Resort offers plenty of options for

that magical day. Choose from the new Palisade

Event Center with the Grand Hall and Sunset

Atrium, with seating for 150 guests and plenty

of room for a grand reception. The Mission

Bell Amphitheater provides a stunning location

with a wide stage and outdoor seating, opening

to a spectacular red rock canyon backdrop. And

for smaller destination weddings, the Paradox

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Grille is the ideal place to hold an intimate re-

ception. The courtyard and cottonwood-shaded

lawns are perfect for ceremonies and extended

wedding festivities, as well.

Mesa County • www.gatewaycanyons.com(970) 931-2458

AMY’S COURTYARD

In the heart of Colorado wine country, Amy’s

Courtyard offers a backdrop of dramatic scen-

ery including Mount Garfi eld, Grand Mesa and

the Bookcliffs, complemented with a pictur-

esque property which includes a pond, gazebo,

barn, porch, lush yard and garden. Owner John

Barbier says you’ll fi nd the sunsets to be par-

ticularly memorable at this venue.

Barbier, a French chef who also owns Le

Rouge in downtown Grand Junction, can whip

up a dining celebration ranging from casual

to formal. Choose from wine dinners, buffets,

plated or family-style dining and more. Amy’s

Courtyard can accommodate 200 guests.

Palisade • www.lerougepianobar.com.(970) 464-4959

WINE COUNTRY INN

When the owners built Wine Country Inn, they

had two things in mind: wine and weddings.

Exchange vows in the open outdoor Pa-

vilion among the vines, the beautifully land-

scaped courtyard or the elegantly appointed

Vineyard Ballroom, which seats 100 guests.

The Victorian styled inn has 80 cozy guest

rooms, which can accommodate friends and

family for a wedding weekend. Weddings at

Wine Country Inn are customizable to suit any

bride and groom’s needs.

Palisade • www.coloradowinecountryinn.com(970) 464-5777

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Your wedding can be all consuming.You plan for a year, sweating the small stuff and

dealing with every little detail to throw the big-

gest party of your life. But after the wedding is

over, at last, you get to relax and get away from

it all with your spouse.

The honeymoon is one tradition no couple

should forgo. Set aside the energy to plan

it, the money to pay for it and, most of all,

the time to take it. Whether it’s a weekend in

the woods or a beachfront resort in Fiji, the

honeymoon is your chance to check out and

focus on each other. It’s your fi rst vacation as

husband and wife and marks the fi rst of many

adventures together.

Following a few simple guidelines will en-

sure you plan and enjoy the ultimate honey-

moon for you.

WHERE IN THE WORLD? The toughest decision of all. Where you honeymoon depends on several factors, budget being a big one, of course. But this decision rests between you and your spouse to be. Separately, list fi ve choices for your destination and fi ve things that you want to do on your honeymoon. Then, compare your lists and fi nd the common ground. In the end, your honeymoon should include activities you both enjoy in a place you both want to visit.

DESIGNATE THE DOUGHIn the very beginning, when you establish the budget for your wedding, set aside a generous portion for your honeymoon. While the wedding day is very special, the honeymoon is an opportunity to do something very unique, together. Allow yourselves enough money to make it magnifi cent. PLAN TO PLAYSchedule activities that you can enjoy together or individually during your grand escape. Whether it’s cliff diving in the Amazon or soaking at the spa, do something that stands out — something you don’t do at home. But here’s the catch: Don’t overbook your trip. Leave plenty of time to relax and do absolutely nothing together. Once you get back to the “real” world, you won’t have many chances to do that again.

BOOK IT Once you’ve decided on a trip, get it on the calendar and stick to it. Whether you make a clean break from the reception or leave a couple months after the wedding, make sure it’s on the schedule and stays there. Don’t let life’s detours distract you from this most-important time together.

into the sunsetAnd after it all, the honeymoon…

BY BRENDAN HARRINGTON

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