Celebration Makers 2023: Madison McCord Interiors

Newlyweds looking to nest in contemporary or mid-century modern style can find all of their home decor needs at Madison McCord Interiors. Owner and founder Marsha Holfeltz runs a 22,000-square-foot showroom in Salt Lake City, offering a broad array of items that you can take home the day you purchase. 

At Madison McCord, Holfeltz puts her star team and years of experience in logistics to work, making sure there are plenty of in-store options for homes of any style. No year-long waitlists here! 

“Come visit our showroom, sit in the sofas, feel the textures, see the colors and understand the size and scale,” Holfeltz suggests. “Then you won’t have to worry if it’s going to fit in your new home.”

If you are building your first home together, now is the time to nail down your personal style as a couple. McCord recommends starting with the coziest area of the home: the bedroom. Just as much as your wedding reflected your personality, your home can showcase your style in luxurious ways, and your bedroom can bring all of that love and personality into one space. Make it your own with bold details, fabrics and colors. 

“I think that personal style is a trickle-down effect: it starts with the clothes, then translates to your home, your hairstyle, everything,” Holfeltz says. “I love helping people play with style.” 

And at Madison McCord, couples are sure to find pieces that reflect their love stories and joint styles flawlessly. ​​The showroom floor is constantly evolving, showing off new and unique pieces continually. If you don’t see something you like on your first visit, the team can also custom-order especially items, and even make it to your exact specifications. With more than 1,000 furniture frames and even more fabrics to choose from, it’s easy to fashion a piece that is totally you. 

Ask the Expert

What’s Ahead:

People want to step up their living spaces to reflect who they truly are. We look forward to helping newly married couples curate spaces that help them build their lives together.

Excited about:

We love seeing customers have fun playing with trendy accents. Artwork, pillows and fabrics are great ways to think outside the box. Experiment with sheepskin, boucle fabrics or knobby textures—or go bold with a trending color for the season.  

Fresh Ideas:

Make a statement with a massive piece of 3-D art on plexiglass. From modern and abstract to geometric designs, art can instantly change the atmosphere of a space. 

Contact Madison McCord Interiors:

Marsha Holfeltz, Owner and Founder

801-277-5555

Instagram: @madisonmccordinteriors

2690 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City

madisonmccordinteriors.com

Five SLC Bars Perfect for Spousal Soirées 

Franklin Ave.

When it comes to staging a nuptial celebration, whether a bridal shower or a groom’s-night-out, is there any swankier backdrop than a sultry cocktail lounge? Salt Lake City boasts many bars—each flaunting sleek interiors, romantic ambiance and the festive sound of bottles popping—all eager to host a bridal bash.

For Spirit Savants: 

Eight Settlers Distillery

Salt Lake City Bars
Eight Settlers

Nestled at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Eight Settlers blends 1850s western roots with modern American flair. Their in-house distillery produces four spirits, and their spacious venue offers four distinct spaces available for private bookings. 7321 S. Canyon Centre Pkwy., Cottonwood Heights. eightsettlersdistillery.com  

For History Buffs: 

Franklin Ave. 

Salt Lake City Bars
Franklin Ave.

Located in an up-and-coming downtown area, Franklin Ave. is reviving prohibition-era mischief. In the 1890s, the building was a theater, speakeasy and popular watering hole for scandalous high-powered officials. Today, the sleek two-story bar offers delectable modern American fare and plenty of space to accommodate large parties. 231 E. Edison St., SLC. franklinaveslc.com

For Multicultural Admirers: 

Post Office Place 

Post Office Place

Conceived by sushi hall-of-fame favorite Takashi, Post Office Place offers a fusion of global cuisine and Japanese excellence. Their spirit wall boasts the largest selection of Japanese Whisky in the state, and their art-forward interiors are perfect for unique photo ops. 16 W. Market St., SLC. popslc.com

For Patio Loungers: 

Ivy & Varley 

Salt Lake City Bars
Ivy & Varley

This downtown eatery features an eclectic menu and a relaxed-yet-upscale interior. Their patio, the largest in downtown Salt Lake, is furnished by water features, sofas and a sweeping ivy wall—it’s a can’t-miss for your outdoor gathering. 55 W. 100 South, SLC. ivyandvarley.com

For Hotel Habitués: 

Laurel Brasserie & Bar 

Salt Lake City Bars
Laurel Brasserie & Bar

The Grand America’s most recent venture, Laurel Brasserie & Bar, chicly combines elevated design with a relaxed approach to dining. A swanky bar area and two private dining rooms provide an elegant backdrop for any grand celebration.  555 S. Main St., SLC. laurelslc.com

Photos: Courtesy of venue.

For more inspiration visit here!

Kristine & Austin’s Backyard Wedding

The Couple

Kristine, a Utah native, and Austin, from Florida, met on the dating app Hinge despite their initial reluctance to use it. “Once we came across each other’s profiles,” Kristine recalls, “we immediately connected.” Austin is a Cloud Services Account Manager at Google, while Kristine is a Manager at Insight Global, where she oversees a team of Construction Project Managers. They have now been together for almost five years!

The Proposal

Knowing that Kristine loves surprises and romantic grand gestures, Austin took her to Hilton Head for Memorial Day weekend. After a romantic dinner the couple decided to walk around the harbor and marina. They stopped to enjoy view of the lighthouse at the edge of the harbor where Austin told her she was his lighthouse and how he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. He got down on one knee and popped the question. With so much excitement running through Kristine’s veins she forget to even answer the question at first and just ran to kiss him. However, the yes was said, tears were cried and smiles were beaming. “It was the most special moment” says Kristine.

The Wedding

Both Kristine and Austin wanted the mountains to be front and center in their wedding which is why they chose Utah. After selecting Willow Creek Country Club as their venue, Covid-19 forced them to rethink their plans. The couple decided to cancel the venue and get married one month before the original date in Kristine’s parent’s backyard. With only 30 guests, the ceremony turned out better than they could have imagined.

The wedding was a full weekend experience for their guests who traveled to attend. Kristine and Austin wanted the vibe to be an intimate dinner party followed by a fun dance party, and that’s exactly what they got. They opted for a color palette that mimicked the surrounding nature, choosing whites, greens, and a touch of blue.

Their dear friend Justus Wood was their officiant and the ceremony was one of Kristine’s favorite moments. They had a unique element of passing the rings around for each guest to hold while they prayed over them and their relationship. Their (then) 6-month-old puppy, Dune, even walked down the aisle.

The couple wrote their own vows and exchanged them in front of their guests. With only 35 people in attendance, Kristine and Austin’s backyard wedding was intimate, personal and unforgettable.

The Party

The wedding reception was not your typical dance party, as the couple opted for a silent disco experience. Guests were given headphones that were connected to DJ Russ Powell’s sound system, which kept everyone on the dance floor all night long. The signature drinks of the evening were Tini’s Martini (reflecting the bride’s nickname, “Tini”) and Austin’s was a classic Old Fashioned. The couple had their first dance to “Amazed,” and then surprised each other and their guests with two additional dance performances.

Kristine choreographed a dance with her bridesmaids to “Ain’t No Other Man” by Christina Aguilera and “Crazy in Love” by Beyonce. “It was so fun to see Austin’s reaction to the outfit change and the bold dance moves. Our guests really enjoyed it too!”

The groom and his groomsmen also had a number up their sleeves when they serenaded the bride one by one and then had a group dance to a surprise song. The evening ended with the bride and groom’s private ‘last dance’ to “Beautiful Crazy” by Luke Combs as the guests prepared the sparklers for their exit.

The Honeymoon

Austin surprised Kristine with their honeymoon plans since she was burnt out from planning three weddings. They had originally planned to go to Europe, but due to Covid restrictions they instead went to California for a mini-moon. They stayed at Terrenea Resort, Hotel Coranado resort on Coronado Island, and toured Temecula. They later went to Italy and Greece for their 1 year anniversary.

Utah Wedding Vendors

Wedding Planner – Wedding Expectations, weddingexpectations.com

Venue – Parent’s backyard

Photographer – Nicole Aston, nicoleaston.com

Florist – Mayflower, mayflowersutah.com

Caterer – The Blended Table, theblendedtable.com

Rehearsal Dinner Venue and Caterer – Vrbo house rental in Park City, vrbo.com, Café Rio, caferio.com

Bride’s Attire – Made With Love Bridal, madewithlovebridal.com

Groom’s Attire – Custom suit from Joseph A. Bank, josbank.com

Signage – Handmade

Rentals – Alpine Rental, alpineevent.co

Hair & Makeup – Hair – Meghan Puertas, @meghan.kristine, Makeup – Morgan Fay, morganfaymua.com

Bridesmaid Gowns- Petal and Pup, petalandpup.com

Groomsmen Suits – Joseph A. Bank, josbank.com

Videographer – Natasha Mack, filmsbynat.com

Cake – doughnuts from 

DJ/Band – Powell Weddings Events, Russ Powell, powellweddingsevents.com

Transportation – Party Bus Utah, @partybusutah1


For more Real Weddings visit here!

Utah Bride & Groom White Party 2023

On May 2, 2023, Utah Bride & Groom magazine hosted the best of Utah’s wedding professionals at our first White Party since the worldwide shutdown. With a garden party theme and a freshly refurbished local venue, Fuse Weddings and Events coordinated a lavish return to live events. Three bands, a fascinating menu, and decor dressed to the nines in spring pastels welcomed the state’s industry in true luxury wedding style.

Photos by Pepper Nix

Guest Images Submitted by Utah Bride & Groom team.

Utah Live Bands provided not one, not two, but three fabulous entertainment groups for the evening, and Culinary Crafts caterers produced a daring and truly one-of-a-kind menu featuring dish such as wild mushroom polenta, sardine flatbread, caviar french toast and braised pork banh mi buns. Decoration, Inc. transformed the halls of Twenty & Creek into a pastel garden oasis, outfitting a fireplace centerpiece in a symphony of pinks and lavenders. Desserts were presented by Chip Cookies, and in a live icing demonstration by cake. by Alessandra.

Guests also enjoyed a zero-proof wine bar and selections from Vine Lore, photo booths by Utah Jive and luxury lounge areas by Wild Event Studio and Vault event rentals. The main showcase of the evening featured live floral gowns modeled by dancers from Utah’s Ballet Center, who captured the hearts of every guest. Floral showpieces included: a plush petaled minidress in shades of pink and gold by Cactus & Tropicals; tropical inspiration with a foliage umbrella by Jacquelyn’s Floral Designs; a blushing cherry blossom number by Urban Chateau Floral and Tiffany Plyler; cascading tulips in fiery orange from Native Flower Company; and an electric blue tutu by Bumble and Blossom Floral, topped with a pressed-flower bodice by Flowers of the Press.

On behalf of the entire UBG team, we want to thank all of our generous sponsors and vendors who participated in this event, as well as the 200+ industry members who came out to celebrate Utah’s weddings & events community.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

Planning & Design: Fuse Weddings & Events, @fuseweddingsandevents

Venue: Twenty & Creek, @twentyandcreek

Catering: Culinary Crafts, @culinarycrafts

Floral: Decoration, Inc., @decorationinc

Entertainment: Utah Live Bands, @utahlivebands

Photobooth: Utah Jive, @utahjive

A/V: Skylark Productions, @skylarkprod

Signage: Twelve30 Creative, @twelve30creative

Rentals:

Diamond Event & Tent, @diamondeventandtent

Vault Event Rentals, @vaulteventrentals

Wild Event Studio, @wildeventstudio

Wine Bar: Vine Lore, @vinelore.ut

Dessert: Chip Cookies, @chipcookiesco

Cake Demonstration: cake. by Alessandra, @cake.ut

Photography: Pepper Nix Photographers, @peppernix

Floral Show Designs:

Native Flower Company, @nativeflowercompany

Jacquelyn’s Floral Designs, @jacquelynsfloraldesigns

Bumble and Blossom Floral, @bumbleandblossom

Cactus and Tropicals

Urban Chateau Floral and Tiffany Plyler, @cactusandtropicals

Flowers of the Press, @flowersofthepress

Linens: BBJ/La Tavola, @bbjlatavola

Models: Ballet Center Utah, Inc., @balletcenterutahinc

Hair and Makeup: Beauty By Reese, @bbrbeautybyreese

Favors:

O.C. Tanner Jewelers, @octannerjewelers

Got Beauty, @gotbeautydotcom

Sponsors: Ken Garff Scholarship Club, @kengarffscholarshipclub

Jodie and Evan’s Southern Utah Destination Wedding

The Red Earth Venue, Moab

May 5

Planning and Design by Aloha Bridal Connections
Photos by Maggie Bradshaw

THE COUPLE 

Native Texans Jodie and Evan met during a mutual friend’s birthday dinner. From that night bloomed a beautiful relationship filled with laughter and adventure. Five years later, Evan decided to pop the question. During a vacation to one of the couple’s favorite beach locales, Key West, Evan brought Jodie to Smathers Beach where he lowered onto one knee. To Jodie’s surprise, photographers popped out of hiding places to capture the incredibly magical moment. 

SOUTHERN UTAH DESTINATION WEDDING 

To showcase their love of travel and the outdoors, Jodie and Evan chose to host their celebration at The Red Earth Venue in Moab, complete with jaw dropping red rock views and rustic bohemian flair. Each detail, from the guests attire to the event’s floral design, was meticulously thought out to reflect the couple’s love story.

A palette of earthy taupes complimented the venue’s desert surroundings, while warm berry tones added pops of color. “Earthy tones symbolize our grounded love,” Jodie says. “The rich warm hues represented our fiery passion.” For added luxe and comfort, chic loungers, fire pits and fresh florals adorned the al fresco celebration. The couple was joined by 45 of their closest friends and family members, “allowing us to fully savor the breathtaking desert views with the people who meant the world to us,” Jodie recalls.

Against the stark crimson cliffs, Jodie was a vision of bridal beauty in her off-shoulder beaded gown by Louvienne. “Every moment I spent in it made me feel like an absolute queen,” she says. Floating down the aisle, Jodie focused on her husband-to-be dressed in his dapper sand-hued suit by Adam Ross. Of course, the couple could not take their next step into forever without the presence of their pooch Oliver, who joined Jodie and Evan at the altar in his adorable custom wedding attire. 

Throughout their special day, Jodie and Evan prioritized private moments for just the two of them. Before the ceremony, the couple shared their vows back-to-back with only the solitude of the Moab desert as their witness. Between their tears of happiness, Evan couldn’t resist reaching back to feel Jodie’s dress and envision her bridal look. Another intimate memory, the couple stole away during the reception to snap a few golden-hour photos. “It allowed us to slow down and savor the incredible day we had crafted together,” says Jodie. 

RED EARTH VENUE RECEPTION

Self-proclaimed foodies, Jodie and Evan wanted their menu to showcase their love of culinary exploration, and the catering pros at Moab Chef were up to the challenge. Guests enjoyed a selection of appetizers during cocktail hour, complete with customized napkins with Oliver’s face and drinks from mobile bar service The Tipsy Trailer. Once the party moved inside Red Earth’s Glass House venue, Jodie and Evan hit the dance floor for their first dance to ‘Kiss Me,’ by Dermot Kennedy. “We’ve seen Dermot perform while we were dating, again during our engagement and even had the pleasure of meeting him in person as a married couple,” Jodie shares. “His music is deeply intertwined with our love story.” Between dancing and celebrating, guests enjoyed a dessert bar loaded with a variety of treats, from cupcakes to gluten-free cookies and a smattering of salads and dinner options. The couple’s three-tier white wedding cake was topped with sweet blooms and frosted with almond buttercream. As dusk settled on the desert horizon, Jodie and Evan toasted  “forever” with their closest circle. 

POST-WEDDING ADVENTURE

Moab offers a bounty of excursions for thrill-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts, and the married couple wasted no time enjoying them. The wedding party reconvened for a day-after brunch and then hit the trails for a private sunset excursion in Hells Revenge dune field. Jodie recalls the unique experience as the perfect end to their celebration. “It was a pulse-pounding adventure that we highly recommend to anyone seeking unforgettable memories.”  

UTAH WEDDING VENDORS

Planning and Design: Aloha Bridal Connections, alohabridalconnections.com

Venue and Catering: The Red Earth Venue, theredearthvenue.com

Photographer: Maggie Bradshaw, maggiebradshawphoto.com

Floral: Details by Lauralee, detailsbylauralee.com

Gown: Lovely Bride, lovelybride.com

Gown Designer: Louvienne, louvienne.com

Veil: Toni Federici Veils, tonifederici.com

Menswear: Adam Ross Custom, adamrosscustom.com

Hair and Makeup: Tara Johnson, Fringe with Benefits,
@fringewithbenefits801

Videographer: Abshire Films, abshirefilmsphotos.com

Cake: Sweet Serendipity Moab, @sweetserendipitymoab

Catering: Moab Private Chef, moabchef.com

Bar Service: Tipsy Trailer, tipsytrailerbar.com

DJ: DJ Beardly, djbeardly.com

String Quartet: Black and White String Quartet, bwsq.co

Garden Party Wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley

St. Regis Deer Valley, Park City 

June 18 

Planning and Design by Bluebird Event Destination Management

Photography by Sparkle Photography 

THE COUPLE 

Katy, a marriage and family therapist, met her husband William, who works in fulfillment for an e-commerce brand, on the rooftop bar of the Georgia Theater in Athens, Georgia. After eight years of long-distance dating off and on, Katy and William rekindled their sparks mid-pandemic and moved to Dallas to begin a more permanent life together.  One Friday night, William enlisted a special helper (their goldendoodle, Dash) to present Katy with an engagement ring. After a romantic evening at her favorite restaurant, the couple returned home to find Dash posed perfectly with a ring on his collar. Spoiler alert: Katy said yes! 

THE WEDDING

When it came to choosing the wedding venue, The St. Regis Deer Valley was a no-brainer. It is a destination Katy’s family has been frequenting for decades. Bluebird Event Destination Management and Artisan Bloom teamed to complement the mountain peaks with Katy’s dream décor: a garden party fit for royalty. “Flowers, flowers, flowers—that’s what I wanted” Katy says. “Our vendors really understood how much I love color and a bright environment.” 

Katy walked down an aisle framed in rosy blooms wearing a fitted Monique L’Huillier gown with flourishing floral lace and off-the-shoulder straps. On her way to join William, she had her father on one arm and a blushing bouquet in the hand of the other. At the pink-backed altar, a wedding party 32-strong stood in support, with groomsmen in sharp blue suits and the maids each clad in a unique petal-hued dress. The couple was married by Katy’s best friend Jordan, who led a ceremony filled with sweet memories and laughter.

Guests followed a New Orleans-style processional to a tent on the hotel’s terrace for dinner and dancing. From the top down, the event’s design was a celebration of femininity, florals and classic beauty. At the peak of the transparent tent, dazzling crystal chandeliers glittered from all angles. The main focal point was a 12-foot floral wreath encircled in sprays of pink peony, ranunculus and rose. Garlands of greenery wound each fence pole, drawing the eye to the towering centerpieces atop sleek gold stands.

 

THE PARTY 

The couple selected a classic wedding menu, with beef filet and Chilean Sea bass as main courses, and grilled cheese at the afterparty. Dessert included a cookie bar and two impressive cakes: a six-tier snickerdoodle cake dressed in large blossoms and a groom’s cake in the shape of The Master’s logo. 

The Party Crashers crooned covers of classics as the couple and their guests danced together at the reception. “We didn’t love the idea of all eyes on us for a first dance, so we invited everyone to join in.” Shortly after the reception, a DJ began an hours-long University of Georgia-themed afterparty in the Deer Crest Club, where black and red balloons and Bulldog memorabilia celebrated the new couple. All through the night, Katy and William danced, cheered and partied with their guests. 

THE HONEYMOON

Katy and William celebrated their marriage with an adventure in Maui, which included equal parts lounging by the ocean and touring the island’s landscapes and volcanoes by both bicycle and helicopter. 

Get inspired with more Park City weddings here!

The Details

Wedding Planning and Design: Bluebird Event Destination Management, bluebirdparkcity.com

Photography: Sparkle Photography, sparklephoto.com 

Videographer: Jared Wortley,
jaredwortleyfilms.com

Floral: Artisan Bloom, artisanbloom.com

Venue and Catering: St. Regis Deer Valley, marriott.com/en-us/hotels/slcxr-the-st-regis-deer-valley/overview

Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Kimball Terrace, kimballterrace.com

Rehearsal Dinner Catering: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com

Bride’s Attire: Monique L’Huillier via Warren Barron Dallas, warrenbarron.com

Groom and Groomsmen Attire: Simon’s Formal Wear, GA, simonsformalwear.com

Bridesmaids Gowns: Bella Bridesmaids, bellabridesmaids.com 

Stationery Suite: Paper Affair Dallas, paperaffairdallas.com

Signage: Zazzle, zazzle.com

Rentals: Vault Event Rentals, vaulteventrentals.com; Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com; All Out Event Rental, eventrentalutah.com; WILD, wildeventstudio.com

Dance Floor: Queen of Wraps,
queenofwraps.com

Makeup: Lesley Lind, lesleylind.com

Cake: Ballerina Baker, ballerinabaker.net

Reception Band: Party Crashers, partycrashersband.com

DJ: DJ Dolph, djdolph.com

Transportation: Driver Provider,
driverprovider.com

Photo Booth: Clementine Photo Booths, clementinephotobooth.rentals

Ceremony Music: Maywood String Quartet, maywoodstringquartet.com

Dinner Music: Eric Anthony,
ericanthonymusic.com

Wedding Balloons: 2023’s Trendiest Wedding Decor

Up, Up, and Away!

Invite a touch of whimsy to your wedding celebration with an over-the-top balloon installation. Once small additions to bridal showers and bachelorette parties, balloons are now popping up full-scale on wedding days to add fun-loving flair to ceremonies and beyond. Fixtures like this reception decor by Pop Park City capture the posh, playful vibe of a celebration, and elevate it in a brand new fashion. 

For more wedding tips, trends, and talents visit here!

Maggie & Andrew’s Country Club Wedding

THE COUPLE

Salt Lake City native Maggie and Palo Alto native Andrew met in fall 2019 in sunny California while Maggie was completing her studies at Stanford University. Now graduated—both from university and from girlfriend to Mrs.—Maggie works in finance for a work management software company. Andrew’s career continues at a Bay Area venture capital firm.  

THE PROPOSAL

Knowing that Maggie has a love affair with flowers, Andrew took her for a weekend walk along the breathtaking paths of Filoli, the bay area’s historic gardens. Midway through their stroll, the couple came upon a full meadow of sunny daffodils. Before Maggie could catch her breath from the stunning view, Andrew got down on one knee and asked her to be his wife. Gifted with a beautiful ring, Maggie said “yes” to a beautiful life together.

THE WEDDING

Salt Lake Country Club holds a special meaning for the bride’s family as it was the venue for both Maggie’s parent’s wedding and her own, on the same date exactly 25 years apart. “I owe so much to my parents, and it was so special to be able to share this day and this place with them,” Maggie says. After a morning ceremony in the Bountiful, Utah Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the couple and their guests reunited at the Country Club for a whimsical reception full of color. 

Beneath elegantly monogrammed banners and garlands of playful dangling wildflowers, tables robed in sky blue linens welcomed guests to the reception dinner. Florals of all colors and arrangements filled chic rose-gold vessels. A sunny yellow cake sat center stage, adorned with a deluge of vibrant petals, capturing Maggie’s vision of perfect summertime hues. 

“We wanted something fun, celebratory and floral-focused,” Maggie says. “At the same time, we wanted a classy and timeless look. I loved the whimsy and elegance that came from this design.” 

Maggie and Andrew arrived at their reception in a greenery-laden golf cart, dressed to the nines in a classic black tuxedo and a sparkling, floral-patterned gown with a flowing train and delicately detailed cap sleeves.

THE PARTY

Music was a must for these lovebirds–Maggie grew up studying classical music and Andrew loves to bust a move. Because of her love for music, Maggie opted for a live band from the West Coast to provide the soundtrack to their wedding party, rather than a DJ playlist. The band delivered an energy-packed evening filled with tender moments, including dancing with their parents to Nat King Cole and raucous surprises like a fully choreographed groomsmen number set to a Bruno Mars hit. Atop a brightly lit dance floor and backed by striking mountain views, the newlyweds shared their first dance to “If I Ain’t Got You,” by Alicia Keys. 

“We discovered the lighted dance floor while planning, and thought it was the perfect way to enhance the dance party,” Maggie says. Throughout the night, the stage shifted colors based on the mood of the song, luring guests to join the fold with every tune. 

The wedding celebration for Maggie and Andrew became a de facto reunion for friends and family from across the country. “It was amazing to have an in-person celebration with everyone we love, and to finally be able to introduce people from throughout our lives to each other.” 

THE HONEYMOON

After dancing the night away, Maggie and Andrew exited their reception to classic sparkler fanfare and then embarked on a honeymoon getaway to Lanai, Hawaii.


Utah Wedding Vendors:

Planning, Floral and Design: La Fête Floral and Design, lafetefloral.com

Photography: Mikki Platt, mikkiplatt.com

Videographer: Dane Christensen, @danskerdane

Venue and Catering: Salt Lake Country Club, saltlakecountryclub.com

Bride’s Attire: Alta Moda Bridal, altamodabridal.com

Bridesmaids Gowns: Needle and Thread, us.needleandthread.com

Stationery Suite: The Write Image, thewriteimage.com

Flags: S Martine Design, @smartinedesign 

Lighting: Moon Light Utah, moonlightutah.com

Rentals: Diamond Event & Tent, diamondevent.com 

Dance Floor: In the Event, intheevent.com

Hair & Makeup: Lesley Lind Makeup, lesleylind.com 

Cake: Flour and Flourish, flourandflourishcake.com

Reception Band: West Coast Music, westcoastmusic.com

Rachel & Zach’s Gallery Wedding at Springville Museum of Art

Some couples are ‘hiking couples.’ Some couples are ‘night at the bar couples.’ But sweethearts Zach and Rachel are a ‘museum couple.’ After rekindling a high school romance in their college years, their go-to date nights were always set in art galleries and bookstores around Utah County.

After they got engaged, they took their first voyage to Springville Museum of Art and fell deeply in love with the architecture and exhibits displayed within this historic Utah gallery. By the time they left, they had all but made up their minds to celebrate their wedding at Springville Museum of Art.

“The museum felt like more than a typical wedding venue…[It] felt very genuine to what we love, and something we love to do together,” says bride Rachel Bagley.

After a snowy reception at the Provo City Center LDS Temple, Zach and Rachel celebrated with their guests in the museum’s Spanish-style elegance. The museum spaces offered more than the typical ballroom space for a mix-and-mingle reception. Rather, guests were invited to stroll the galleries and enjoy the art collections as they greeted the couple and danced the evening away.

Rachel’s bridal attire included a beautifully structured column gown from Pritchett Bridal, featuring quarter-length crepe sleeves and belt detail, as well as dangling pearl accessories and a delicate tulle veil. Zach kept his look classic with clean lines and a sharp black-and-white suit ensemble making a bold impact against the ornate walls of the SMA galleries.

Utah Wedding Vendors:

Photographer: Bruna Villagra Photography, @bvillagraphotography

Venue: Springville Museum of Art, @springvillemuseum

Dress: Pritchett Bridal, @pritchettbridal

Flowers: Forget Me Not Floral, @forgetmenot.floral

Videographer: By Bryn, @by___bryn

Cake: Milo Lowry, @milo_lowry

Get more cool-girl gallery inspiration from our Gallery Fashion Feature.

Regal Castle Wedding in Edinburgh, Scotland

You don’t have to travel to Europe in order to have the regal, elegant wedding of your dreams. With a whimsical fairy tale essence and a nod to ‘Pride & Prejudice,’ this castle inspired shoot by Brittny Hart will have you feeling like royalty, but stay tuned for Hart’s Utah-local recommendations.

Featuring 3D floral textured gowns by Aimee Bridal, creamy blush blooms by Elaine Minto and an intricate hand-painted invitation suite by Patrice Papier with the sleek background of Hopetoun House in Edinburgh, Scotland, wedding planning brides are invited to take inspiration from this elevated, dreamy and crisp visual approach to a castle wedding.

Calling back on the imagery evoked through Cinderella’s dash down the castle steps, the bride wears two flowy gowns with floral appliques. Meanwhile the groom’s sharp obsidian tuxedo by Slater Menswear provided a masculine, grounded feel to the images. This feature is a perfect fit for couples dreaming of a nod to tasteful, fairytale inspiration for their wedding day.

Careful to highlight the bride’s face without distracting from it, Brittny chose blush roses for the bouquet, adding a touch of babys’ breath in order to compliment the gowns’ floral designs. The combination of floral motifs creates an ethereal and eternal look.

Using soft buttery pinks for the paper suite, overlayed with graceful calligraphy and stately monograms, Brittny was able to capture the princess feel without crossing the line into ‘cheesy.’

In order to create this castle-esque look in Utah, Brittny recommends going to Wadley Farms or Castle Park Weddings, both of which boast grand architecture and majestic views.

Brittny states that her goal as a photographer is to document the event in a way that’s dynamic but also preserves the ‘true’ feeling of the day. She says, “I don’t want the bride or groom to look back and think, ‘oh that’s not as sparkly as I remember.’” Her personal style is ‘true to color and bold and vibrant.’ Whether it’s the texture of the flowers, or touches on the paper suite, Brittny is always thinking about details. If you’re a soon to be bride wanting to feel like a princess on your big day, then Brittney Hart is the photographer for you.

Love Brittny Photography Scotland Wedding from Love Brittny Photo and Video on Vimeo.


Vendors:

Planner – Coleen McKay
@coleeen_mckay
coleen@coleenmckay.com

Photography – Love Brittny Photography- Utah
@lovebrittnyphoto.video
info@lovebrittny.com

Venue – Hopetoun House, Edinburgh
@hopetounhouse
Donald Jackson, Donald.jackson@hopetoun.co.uk

Styling – Mademoiselles Beauty
@mademoiselles_salon_
mademoiselles@hotmail.co.uk

Models
Gail McKinley
@Gailmckinlay1
Christos Koumaradios
@your_lifecoach_chris

Invitation Suite – Patrice Papier
@patricepapier
Patrice Papier, patricepapierco@gmail.com

Ring – Forge Jewelry Works -Utah
@forgejewelryworks
FORGE Jewelry Works, forgejewelryworks@gmail.com

Floral – Elaine Minto Blooms
elaine@blooms.co.uk

Dress – Aimee Bridal, https://www.aimeebridal.co.uk/

Tux: Slater Menswear, https://www.slaters.co.uk/