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in every issue03 From the editor

05 The big picture

36 High Country Wedding Marketplace

38 Advertiser index

40 Last dance

departments08 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

17 PhotographySAY CHEESE!Expert advice on selecting the right photographer for you

25 StyleONE SINGULAR SENSATIONA stunning display of the latestin bridal fashions

features21 A High Country Affair

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

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

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it’s just one day ...But it’s a very special day that stands as a threshold between your past and future; between the won-

dering and wandering, and the adventure that you face together as a new family with new dreams.

And that one day bundles a lifetime of experience and desire, bringing together the most important

people in your life to ritualize your fi rst step into the mysteries of marriage.

The day requires a baffl ing amount of preparation. Tending to the details that will make it mem-

orable while trying to enjoy the process can be a true tightrope walk. You need a guide, a North Star

to lead you through the waves of excitement and anxiety, and keep you focused on the true task at

hand — creating a most magical day for you and yours. Where do you even begin?

Here. In your hands is the perfect starting point to dig in your heels and set your sights on

the big “I do.” Focused exclusively on the Colorado High Country, we offer expert advice and

timeless ideas to make this a smooth and enjoyable process. You’ll fi nd photographers from

around the state, an exhaustive list of venues for any budget, ideas for music … even an app to

help get you through.

But the most valuable nugget inside these pages is inspiration. With photos from real Colorado

weddings, a sampling of the latest bridal fashions and a look at fl oral arrangements, you’re sure

to be inspired with ideas for your own special day. And that, after all, is what we really want. We

want your day to be uniquely yours, full of your own fl avor and fl air. Sure, it’s just one day. But it

belongs entirely to you.

Make it shine.

Brendan Harrington EDITOR


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CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Kay Beaton, Kelley Cox

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Let’s face it: Planning your wed-

ding day can be completely over-

whelming. Unless you elope to a

beach in Costa Rica, you have count-

less details 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 stressful. 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 vendors, 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 time-

line 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

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

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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.”

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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 pro-

fessionals who participate in dozens of wed-

dings each year. They can be a tremendous help

in fi nalizing the smaller details. Make your list

of needs and then begin to interview vendors in

each category one at a time. Photographers tend

to book out very far in advance, so that is a great

place to start. Do your research, narrow down

the possibilities, 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 consider a professional

wedding planner. Hiring an experienced co-

ordinator 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 ar-

rangements, entertainment, and all the other

details that can bog you down. Furthermore,

on the day of your wedding, a coordinator 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.

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

wedding dress should be uniquely you.

Look to incorporate your own unique ideas

and personal touches throughout the affair.

Don’t let others dissuade you from your style

— fl aunt it with aplomb! •

Whether it is borrowed or blue, your weddingdress should beuniquely you.


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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 per-sonal touch of a DJ? There are a few factors to consider when planning the music.

“Today, it’s DJ vs. iPod, re-ally,” says Courtney Hampton of Hampton Entertainment in Breckenridge. A DJ herself, Hampton explains that more people are trying to create playlists and manage their own music, which is not necessar-ily 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 entertain-ment,” 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 ingredient, and a

DJ can refl ect — and control — the energy in the room as needed. More so, she points out, a DJ today has immedi-ate 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 ques-tions 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.”

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... 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

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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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There is no question that photography plays a crucial role in your wedding. The day

fl ies by so fast, with so many people, that you

want to capture the memories to relive them

with friends and relatives for years to come.

The images you take from your special day

will stir laughter and tears, and hold frozen

those fl eeting moments you cherish so

dearly. ¶ Yet, photography is a subjective

art. Each couple wants a different look,

a different collection of images, and

for a different purpose. And each

photographer brings a unique

style and approach to a wedding.

When you throw pricing and

proofi ng structures into the

mix, the search for your best

photographer can be a true

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Johsnon’s motto: “No Cookie Cutter Weddings!”


So, who better to guide us through the maze

of choosing a photographer than a professional

wedding photographer? Here, Robin Johnson

of Breckenridge shares her insights and advice

on what questions to ask, what images to pur-

sue and, of course, what shoes to wear.

Personality When meeting with a potential photographer,

“The best thing a bride can do is not talk about

wedding stuff the whole time. Find out who

the photographer is, get their vibe,” Johnson

says. “Would you hang out with this person?

You’ll be with them all day. They’ll see you in

your underwear. Would you hang out with

them or would your mom hang out with

them?”

Quality photography should be about

building a relationship between the family

and photographer, she explains. “I love it

when a bride calls and says, ‘I had a baby!!’ I

say. ‘I’m coming to Denver!’”

Your photographer should feel like a life-

long friend: easy and relaxed, able to diffuse

any tension.

PortfolioWhen reviewing photographers’ portfolios, ask

to see photos from the wedding they shot on

the same weekend the year before.

“Pin ‘em to the wall on that one,” Johsnon in-

sists. “Get the phone number of the bride from

that wedding and call her. The weather was the

same, they went through something similar

to what you’ll go through. Also, you want to

see how photographers react when you knock

them out of the spiel. Find out who they are.”

She even suggests asking outrageous ques-

tions at the interview, just to see how they react.

“At your wedding, the routine can get broken

and you want to know that they can think on

the fl y; that they can improvise.”

Pricing How does a potential photographer charge?

What fi nal product will you get?

“That’s where they get you,” she states.

“[Some photographers will] give you packages

where you think you’re getting enough. Then

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Johnson prefers a simple approach to pricing

with one rate that covers everything, including

the original negatives or digital fi les.

And will you get the copyright? Not all pho-

tographers offer full rights to the images they

shoot at your wedding, so be clear on this up

front. “Destination brides need the copyright

so they can print their own pictures in Topeka,”

Johnson explains.

Budget is always a concern, but Johnson be-

lieves that photography should be a top prior-

ity when deciding where to spend your wed-

ding dollars.

“Your dress will fade, your cake will get eat-

en … the only thing you’ll have are the photos.

The photos are what last. They are the story of

your day,” she says.

“Your grandchildren will be able to see that

story and say ‘Wow! I didn’t realize my grand-

mother was so fun. Look how beautiful she is!’

Get a photographer who can tell your story.”

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Must-Get Shots For Johnson, the must-get shots at any wed-

ding are the obscure ones. “The shots you really

want are the ones that aren’t scripted; the ones

you don’t know the photographer is taking,”

she says.

Avoid the laundry list of posed family photos

as they’ll happen regardless. “Don’t even make

the list because then your photographer will be

herding you around all day,” she advises. “Take

the time with your photographer to escape the

chaos, wander away and just be.”

Johnson insists on a walk-through with

the bride and groom the day before the wed-

ding. “A lot changes between November and

April,” she says. “The light will be different,

the water levels at the lake will be different. A

walk-through the day before can put the bride

at ease.”

ApproachWhile there are certainly benefi ts to a photogra-

pher staying in the wings and letting the event

unfold naturally, your shooter does not need to

be a passive observer. Consider a photographer

who can get involved in the party and make

good things happen.

“I don’t orchestrate, I instigate,” says John-

son. “I don’t just get the college friends on the

fl oor to stand there, I go get obnoxious Joey

and have him arrange a stunt to get the guys

on the deck for a private session ... He gets a

twinkle in his eye and we’re on.”

Johsnon looks to make the most of the un-

expected moments such as a groom in his tux

lifting a muddy bike onto the roof rack for a

Moab honeymoon. She encourages brides to get

a little crazy, too. By letting go and expressing

their ideas, brides can help to create cherished

images and photographers should respond to

their spontaneity.

Above All Else Johnson encourages couples to truly express

themselves and make their special day just that:

their special day.

“The most important thing is to own it,”

she says. “If you want to wear red Chuckies,

make the cake red too and tie it all together.

Make it yours!”

“That’s what weddings are about: romance,

emotion and intensity,” she says. “It’s not about

scripting the day and what time is the cake cut-

ting. This is your life; this is your moment. Own

it. Make it yours. Do not take it out of a book.

Make it yours!”

Find Robin online at www.robinjohnsonphoto.com

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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 induce inspiration


Autumn Bliss Ellie Berry and Nick Sarrow-Wait

Saddle Ridge, Beaver Creek

September 25, 2010

PHOTOGRAPHY BY INPHOTOGRAPHY

WWW.INPHOTOGRAPHY.NET

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


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

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Katie Croft and Scott Goldberg

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August 20, 2010.

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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


one singular sensationIn every move that she makes, a bride should feel fairy tale on her wedding day BY BRENDAN

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ALLURE BRIDALSStrapless, sweetheart

neckline and ruched bodice. The natural waistline is

accented with beading and Swarovski crystals. The tea

length skirt features lace applique, organza swirls,

and tulle to create a three-dimensional design. Chiyo’s Bridal & Tux

www.allurebridals.com



LELA ROSETextured silk gazar draped gown with bustled back detail.The Galleriewww.lelarose.com

ALVINA VALENTA Oyster silk faced satin modified A-line bridal gown. Draped bodice with soft scoop neckline and detachable one shoulder jeweled ruffle detail. Back skirt shirring, chapel train.The Bridal Collectionwww.jlmcouture.com/Alvina-Valenta

JUNKO YOSHIOKA Strapless natural-waisted satin face organza modified A-line gown with draped chiffon bodice and ruffle skirt detail.anna béwww.junkoyoshioka.com

TARA KEELYIvory Alencon lace modified bridal ball gown. Elongated bodice with ribbon at natural waist, full gathered lace skirt, sweep train.Bluewww.jlmcouture.com/Tara-Keely


ADELE WECHSLER Bikini cup with inlaid silk organza. Spaghetti straps with organza hydrangea petals, ruffled border hemline. Vegetable-dyed, all silk organza. Boulder Bridalwww.adelewechsler.com

LAZAROSherbet silk satin organza ruffle trumpet bridal gown, sweetheart neckline, elongated pleated bodice, jeweled petal brooch accents layered ruffle skirt, chapel train.The Bridal Collectionwww.jlmcouture.com/Lazaro

JIM HJELMIvory silk faced, satin organza ball gown, strapless Alencon lace bodice, Champagne moire ribbon accented with floral crystal detail, pick-up skirt, chapel train.D’anelli Bridalswww.jlmcouture.com/Jim-Hjelm

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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Vail Valley By Wren Wertin

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

The Chapel atBeaver Creek


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

Game Creek Restaurant

Larkspur Restaurant The Timber Hearthat Cordillera

PUG’S LAKESIDE TIKI BAR

MARINA PARK PAVILION

OUTDOORBlissTwo Summit County

venues for lakeside weddings

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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 stumble

upon the Aspenalt will be gratifi ed by its prox-

imity to area attractions and plethora of includ-

ed amenities including the riverside hot tub.

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

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

Your wedding is so much morethan just a party.

Make sure your DJ is morethan just music.

Find out the ways a great DJ can makeyour wedding unforgettable.

Go to www.Hampton-Entertainment.com

or give us a call.We’d love to hear about

your ideas for your dream wedding andhelp make them come true.

970-406-1230

Colorado’s Wedding Entertainment Experts

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Custom Favor Bags25 different fl avors in

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Experience Breckenridge

Gold Mine Tours • Free MuseumsGuided Walks, Hikes, Snowshoe & Ski Tours

Events and Programs • DVDs & BooksBreckenridge Souvenirs

Visit us in the Breckenridge Welcome Center or Online at breckheritage.com • 970.453.9767

Moving Forward...By Looking Back

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

Grand County By Reid Armstrong

THE GRAND LAKE LODGE

Long recognized as an outstanding wedding

destination, the Grand Lake Lodge offers an ex-

clusive 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 su-

perb wedding ceremony site, featuring an aston-

ishing 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,

The Sky Hotel

The Grand Lake Lodge

Winter Park Resort

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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

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feelings. A ceremony as unique, as your love is strong. I shall combine elements of your Jewish heritage with the enduring parts of your spouse’s traditions, to ensure that your wedding ceremony will be a source of joy & a magical memory to treasure forever.

I work with my couples to ensure that their special day is remembered for the tears they shed, & the laughter they shared. If there’s something you want in your wedding, it shall be there. A unique ceremony, for an ever-lasting love.

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for smaller destination weddings, the Paradox

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

Full Service CateringCustom CakesPrivate Dining

Rehearsal Dinners

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Upstairs at 710 Grand AvenueGlenwood Springs | (970) 945-4771

since 1970

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970.963.8880920 Cowen Drive | Carbondale, CO 81623

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Know that your friends and family are comfortable in a warm relaxing setting while here for your memorable occasion…

Let us be their Home away from Home

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*ask about our dress cleaning and preservations services

Glenwood Beauty Academy

Let us take care ofyour beauty needs

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Sunshine Travel

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2022 Grand AveGlenwood Springs

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6 to 10 Passenger Limos

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Best Live Music & Dancing

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Aspen Historical Society ..................................................................................20

Aspen Meadows Resort ...................................................................................16

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Bloom Floral ........................................................................................................ 01

Blue Sky Breckenridge .....................................................................................09

Breckenridge Heritage Alliance ......................................................................32

Brooke Heather Photographer ........................................................................14

Cakes and Cuffs ................................................................................................18

Comfort Inn ..........................................................................................................35

Donovan Pavilion ............................................................................................. IBC

Doug’s Smokin’ BBQ Roadhouse .................................................................12

Fin’s Grille & Raw Bar .......................................................................................35

Granby Ranch .....................................................................................................34

Hampton Entertainment....................................................................................31

Harry H. Feldman ...............................................................................................34

Innovations by D .................................................................................................35

Joy of Gomick .....................................................................................................35

Karats ....................................................................................................................35

Kenosha Steakhouse ........................................................................................34

Keystone Resort ................................................................................................BC

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Pug Ryan’s Steak House ..................................................................................30

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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…

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A gem in VailWith towering arched beam ceilings, etched glass windows, creekside fire pit, breathtaking scenery and flexible indoor and outdoor function

space, it’s easy to see why Donovan Pavilion is one of Vail’s most sought after wedding venues. Host up to 200 guests inside, with 100 guests

comfortably accommodated on the outdoor terrace.

Contact the professional staff to start planning your wedding today.

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Documents

High Country Wedding Guide