Cole and Raquel met at a church convention in Arizona where she lived, and he was visiting. “He couldn’t take his eyes off me,” Raquelle recalls. “That’s where it all started!” After two and a half years of dating, Cole proposed on Thanksgiving Day. “We were walking our dog behind my childhood home when Cole suggested we hike to the top of a mountain cliff behind us.” Immediately suspicious, Raquel played along, and the pair hiked up to a landing where Cole began not-so-smoothly setting up a camera and clearing the area of sticks and rocks. “I am looking at him knowing what he is doing, and he is looking at me knowing I know what he is doing!” After finally dropping to one knee and popping the question, Raquel gave an emphatic ‘yes’!
THE VENUE
Drawn by its castle-like cottages, sweeping vineyards, and lush greenhouse, Raquel fell in love with La Caille as their wedding venue. “The whole property is like a little France, it just has this fairytale quality,” the bride says. The venue/restaurant is also known for its decadent french cuisine, which the couple knew they had to serve to their friends and family.
THE WEDDING
Raquel and Cole took their beachy bridals in Maui where the dramatic black sand set a moody tone. To carry that feeling into their big day, their wedding palette comprised black and copper tones with accents of white, brown and sage green. The groom also thought to encourage their guests to wear all black, so “everyone looked coordinated and clean-cut,” says Raquel.
IN FULL BLOOM
One of the bride’s biggest wishes for her wedding was for hanging flower arrangements to adorn the space. The couple enlisted Blooms & Co. for the job, who installed whimsical baby’s breath inside La Caille’s tropical atrium. “It was one of the most beautiful aspects of the night!” Raquel exclaims.
A TIP FOR OUT-OF-TOWNERS
To entice more of her out-of-town family to join the celebration, Raquel gave many of her friend and family roles during the big day. “One flower girl was my cousin’s daughter, they live in Alaska. My aunt from Ohio was the violinist during the ceremony. The other two flower boys were my cousin’s sons, from Northern California.” Out of 160 invites, the overall turnout includes 152 smiling guests.
After their sparkler-lined send-off, Raquel and Cole honeymooned in Iceland where they traveled the island by van for a week.
As a bride-to-be, you have a lot of choices to make. From settling on stationary designs to staking out a venue, it’s no surprise that some details fall between the cracks. And that’s OK. But when it comes to a wedding-day hairstyle, most brides have no room for error. Hair artist Kali Chris of Kali Chris Hair & Makeup has been bringing bridal beauty visions to life for 14 years. Here, she shares common wedding hairstyling mistakes made by wide-eyed brides and how to avoid them.
Photo courtesy Kali Chris
SCHEDULING A TRIAL RUN TOO EARLY
Considering the backlog of pandemic-paused weddings, you should schedule a trial run six months to a year ahead of your wedding. But finicky brides beware: your tastes could change if you settle on a coiffure too early. Chris recommends testing out a style during your bridal photography session and allotting enough time on the day of your wedding for any last-minute tweaks.
ARRIVING WITH STYLING PRODUCT IN YOUR HAIR
Achieving your dream bridal look calls for clips, pins and styling product. To avoid an overworked or, dare we say, greasy appearance, Chris recommends a thorough wash the day of your appointment. “Everyone thinks they need to come with second-day hair,” she says. “But layering product on top of old hairspray or mousse just ends up looking messy.”
UNDERESTIMATING THE STYLE
Princess-like updos and wispy beach waves are common demands made by fashion-forward brides, but don’t be fooled by their effortless appearance. “Most styles you see on Pinterest or Instagram include hair extensions,” Chris explains. “A lot of brides don’t expect that when they come in for their appointment.” Don’t be deterred by a little extra hair; ask your stylist if they offer clip-ins you can reuse long after you say “I do.”
SENDING YOUR HAIR ARTIST HOME EARLY
Between walking down the aisle and hitting the reception dance floor, no amount of hairspray can preserve even the most carefully coiffed hair all day long. Instead of tasking your bridesmaids with your updo maintenance, hire your stylist for hourly touch ups. “Keep a stylist around to remove the veil and make sure your hair is photo ready all night,” Chris advises.
In these last few bittersweet weeks of summer, we are reflecting on another successful wedding season. The past few months have marked the height of the 2022 wedding boom, which is expected to see some 2.5 million ceremonies by the end of December—the highest record since 1984.
To properly send off another round of warm weather ceremonies, we think it’s only fitting to start with something sweet. The following wedding cakes perfectly reflect the wonder of the season, whether through their bright and bold accents or the delectable summer flavors baked within.
This two-tiered cake takes cues from the surrounding gardens at Sleepy Ridge. Peach and evergreen floral details are painted in an abstract-like fashion, delivering a fine art aesthetic to the dessert. You can see more from this whimsical inspiration shoot featured on our blog here!
At their traditional Catholic Italian wedding at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, the couple chose to keep their wedding cake simple and chic. Rockwell Catering made the dessert with a fresh lemon poppyseed flavor—a summertime staple
Blue Sky’s serene mountain backdrop and local fauna inspired this elegant summer cake. Pops of wheatgrass and honeycomb-like blooms bring a piece of alpine flair to the couple’s cake. Inside, two layers of creme brûlée and one peanut butter chocolate pay homage to their love of Reese’s chocolate. This cake was originally featured in an online Real Wedding feature, see more here!
Mini sugar flowers in a soft robin’s egg blue gave this white cake a touch of elegance. The youthful cake carried an English-garden appeal that perfectly matched the summer ceremony taking place at the 122-year-old Salt Lake Country Club. See more from the inspiration shoot here!
Straying from tradition, this square two-tier cake is as striking as it is sophisticated. Delicate sugar petals offer visual interest, while the simple white color pair with any wedding scheme. One tier of the cake was flavored like the iconic Samoa Girl Scout cookie, and the other was a decadent crème brûlée.
Photo by Kaci Baum. Cake by Sharle McLarney.
Fresh pink garden roses and green foliage add a pop of summer color to this ivory cake.
For a summertime wedding at La Caille, the couple chose a palette of blush, pink and sage and cream. Their sweeping cake followed suit, featuring delicate blooms and textured detail. To appease her admitted sweet tooth, the bride also included a brownie bar with an assortment of tasty toppings. You can find more details from this wedding featured in our 2022 issue here!
Photo by Michael Cozzens. Cake by Flour & Flourish.
Jewel tones and blue hues make the perfect pair, as displayed by this masculine yet sweet wedding cake.
Bold peach hues and arched elements found in this unique cake reflect the unique components of the urban venue. As an expert wedding planner Michelle Cousins shares “Colors, shapes and patterns can breathe life into your events.”
Lush blueberries, blackberries and fresh figs adorned this nature-inspired cake. The couple prioritized environmentally-friendly ingredients and materials throughout their wedding, so even the cakestand and details were reusable or biodegradable.
With Highland gardens’ lush greenhouses as a backdrop, the couple went for a theme best described as a traditional riff on boho. Their cake featured a dreamy color palette of mauve, ivory and sage green with hints of gold scattered across the tiers. The cake’s coconut flavor was a refreshing reminder of summertime in paradise.
Knowing what alcohol to offer your guests—and how to serve it—can be daunting, especially if you’re not a drinker yourself. But don’t fret. Here’s what you need to know about serving (or not serving) alcohol at your wedding.
DO I NEED TO SERVE ALCOHOL AT ALL?
The short answer is no. It’s your celebration; you can do what you want. There’s no rule that says you have to offer alcohol, or serve food, or play music, or hold a reception at all.
But when it comes to hosting your wedding, you want to make your guests feel welcomed, appreciated, and comfortable, as well as keep them safe. Does that involve serving alcohol? That’s up to you.
In Utah, it’s not uncommon to see “dry” weddings where attendees are happy to sip on sodas and flavored water all evening. That’s fine if that’s what your guests expect, but you should know that in most of the world, alcohol at weddings is the norm. It’s best to communicate with your guests so they know what to expect. For example, in your invitation, you might ask them to join you for “cocktails, dinner, and dancing.” Whether or not you decide to supply the booze, your guests need a heads-up.
DO I NEED A LIQUOR LICENSE?
In Utah, you do not need a liquor license or permit to serve alcohol at most weddings.
There are exceptions though. If you want a cash bar (where guests pay for their drinks), then you’ll have to hold your event at a restaurant, country club, or another venue that has a permanent liquor license. Alternatively, you can work with a vendor who will help you acquire a single-use permit. Cash bars are unusual at weddings—most wedding guests don’t expect to have to pay for their food or drinks—so if you’re going to offer a cash bar, give your guests fair warning. It’s poor etiquette to surprise them with a bill at the end of the night.
The more common approach is for the host to foot the bill, either through an open bar (where you pay in advance for all the alcohol that will be available to your guests) or a hosted bar (where you pick up everyone’s tab at the end of the event). Neither of those options requires a license or permit as long as your celebration is “private”.
DO I NEED A BARTENDER?
Yes! Having a bartender isn’t just classy; it’s a matter of safety. If you’re going to have alcohol served, you need to make sure it’s done responsibly and legally.
In Utah (as well as most states) the provider or host of an event where alcohol is served can potentially be held responsible for any harm caused by an intoxicated guest. That includes driving accidents, fist fights, falling down, or even just bumping into Grandma. No one wants their wedding spoiled by an ugly incident, especially if it results in legal liability.
We strongly recommend using certified professional bartenders. Besides being covered by liquor liability insurance, your bartenders should have the knowledge and experience to keep your guests happy and safe. They’ll check IDs, mix drinks to order, prevent wait lines, and anticipate problems before they develop. Leaving the booze to the pros means you’ll be free to enjoy your celebration and not worry about whether the pinot noir is going to run out or how many whiskey sours Uncle Dan has had.
CAN I AFFORD TO SERVE ALCOHOL?
Alcohol can be expensive, but there are ways to cut costs:
Consider having the bar open for only a limited time during the celebration.
Limit your drink selections by only offering beer and wine, offering only one or two signature cocktails, or limiting the types of alcohol included in full bar service.
Don’t go overboard on champagne. People don’t tend to drink a lot of champagne anyway, so don’t overbuy on expensive bubbly when there are less costly options that work just as well.
Offer plenty of non-alcoholic alternatives. Sodas, juices, smoothies, infused water, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or other no-booze beverages are less expensive ways to keep your guests refreshed.
Your bartender can also help you trim costs by steering guests towards less expensive drink options, controlling portion sizes, and cutting off someone who’s had too much.
WHAT BOOZE SHOULD I CHOOSE?
Unless you have guests with very specific tastes, limit your liquors to the ones with the broadest appeal. As a rule of thumb, vodka and whiskey are the most popular liquors at weddings, followed by gin and rum. If you only offered those four spirits, your bartender would be able to make about 95% of the cocktails people will request. If you’re going to offer another spirit, make it tequila, since margaritas, Palomas, and Mexican mules are gaining popularity. Don’t bother with scotch unless you know a specific guest will want it.
As far as wine, bear in mind that whites and rosés become more popular as the weather gets warmer. Also, older guests tend to drink more wine while younger guests favor cocktails and specialty drinks.
HOW MUCH ALCOHOL WILL I NEED?
That depends on several factors. How many drinkers will be attending? How long will alcohol be served? What alternative beverages will be offered? Will drinks be tray-passed, or will guests have to go to the bar? Any of those factors can affect how much alcohol you’ll need. Also, consider that people consume more alcohol in the evening, when dancing is involved, or when the temperature is hot. They also tend to drink more when they’re offered cocktails over wine or liquor. And not surprisingly, they also drink more when they can serve themselves.
Ultimately, you’ll need to discuss this question with your caterer, but here are some basic guidelines. For an evening party, each drinking guest will have about 2 drinks in the first hour and then one drink each hour thereafter. (The longer the party goes–the less reliable that formula is.) As you’re making your calculations, remember that a bottle of wine contains about 5 servings while spirits (vodka, gin, whiskey, etc.) yield about 16 servings per average 750 mL bottle.
WHERE CAN ALCOHOL BE SERVED?
Some Utah wedding venues won’t allow alcohol at all, and others may have specific policies or requirements. For example, you may have to let their staff do the serving, or they may require that the bar be open only while food is being served. You’ll need to ask your venue about their rules.
WHERE CAN I BUY ALCOHOL?
People often have their caterer purchase the alcohol on their behalf, but if you plan to buy it yourself, be aware that beer is the only alcohol sold in a grocery store in Utah. Everything else (wine, champagne, liquor, etc.) has to be purchased through the state liquor store or directly from an in-state distillery.
Our final piece of advice is this: Don’t be afraid to ask questions. As a bride, you want to make sure your guests—drinkers and non-drinkers alike—feel taken care of, have a great time and also stay safe. It can be a tricky balancing act, but your planner or caterer is happy to talk you through it. Just know that it’s okay to ask.
You can find more planning tips from the wedding experts at Culinary Crafts here!
In locales like India and Italy, multiday weddings have been the norm for generations. But here in the U.S., extending nuptial celebrations beyond the actual wedding day has caught on just within the last several years. The pandemic’s curtailing of gatherings is one reason for this trend, so for many, this year may be the first time in two years or longer they will finally feel comfortable traveling or attending a large gathering. Another reason many are embracing days-long celebrations is that the six or so hours that span most wedding ceremonies and receptions is simply not long enough for couples to connect with each one of their guests. Hosting a two-, three- or even five-day celebration also allows extended members of the couple’s families to really get to know and enjoy one another.
The key to a meaningful multiday wedding, however, is providing your guests with fun and accessible things to do. Here, we’ve rounded up a few easy outdoor activities that will make your extended wedding celebration one your guests will talk about fondly for years to come.
HIRING A BACKCOUNTRY NAVIGATOR
Explore part of Park City’s extensive trail network, familiarize yourself with Utah’s alpine flora and fauna and learn a little about local history on a two-hour, private guided hike at Deer Valley Resort.
VISITING ROBERT REDFORD’S BACKYARD
Saddle up at Sundance Mountain Resort’s stables for a one-and-a-half-hour ride through cool aspen groves and grassy meadows to Stewart Falls, a spectacular 200-foot, two-tier waterfall that’s arguably one of the most scenic in the West.
BLISSING OUT IN A HOT SPRING
Rest assured, if you book one of Park City Yoga Adventures paddleboard yoga classes at the Homestead Crater in Midway, you and your group (10 people maximum) are very likely be the only people in the universe doing asanas inside a 10,000-year-old crater hot spring. parkcityyogaadventures.com
If you’re looking for more adult-friendly activities to including in your wedding weekend, we’ve got you covered.
Forget store-bought wedding gifts made in factories across the globe, there are plenty of talented craftsmen right here in the beehive state that make unique one-of-a-kind party favors. Maybe you’d like to shower your attendants with luxurious layers to keep them warm during your winter ceremony, or just want to share the love for locally-made spirits and goods. However your choose to thank your guests, these seven locally-made gifts are perfect for any Utah wedding.
Olive & Cocoa’s lightweightcashmere poncho. Chic over everything from skinny jeans to a cocktail dress. $188, arrives gift wrapped.
Hand-sanded and kiln-dried Montes Doggett charcuterie boards from O.C. Tanner Jewelers. $89 to $130, SLC.
Pendleton Zion National Park wool blanket. Pure virgin wool woven in the hues of Southern Utah’s iconic red rock desert. $269 to $319.
Seasonal gift sets from Salt Lake City-based Bitters Lab. A sample of six seasonal and classic bitters flavors like burnt honey & hops and plum & oak. $80.
Spirit of the Desert candle will remind them of Utah’s red rock splendor each time it’s lit. $34, (Ten meals are donated to the Utah Food Bank with every candle sold.), Indigo Highway, Park City.
High West Distillery’s Campfire whiskey, a slightly smoky blend of scotch, bourbon and rye whiskeys best enjoyed “with old friends and good-looking strangers.” Starting at $19, High West General Store, Park City.
2.5” Bird and Trout knife with a hand-carved handle that comes in four color combos. Includes a full-grain leather sheath. $219, New West Knifeworks, Park City.
Do you remember that iconic scene in Ariel, you know, the one where she and Prince Eric get lost in each other’s eyes while floating down a firefly-lit waterway? That whimsical feeling is exactly what a talented group of creatives wanted to capture in this bridal inspiration shoot—minus the singing sea creatures of course.
Setting the scene at Orem’s Sleepy Ridge golf course and wedding venue, a group of photographers, florists and event planners took full advantage of the nearby Utah lake to create picturesque boat bridals. “We chose the venue because we really wanted to have a bride in a canoe,” says photographer and planner Hailey Marie. The surrounding willow trees and tuscan-inspired architecture added an extra dose of Disney romance. “The pond with the willow tree was just absolute perfection,” she says. “I couldn’t be more happy with how it all turned out!”
Photo by Branson MaxwellPhoto by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Branson Maxwell
THE INSPIRATION
Like many creative projects, the inspiration for this bridal shoot was sparked during an unassuming scroll through the ‘gram.”One day I was scrolling on social media and I saw a photo with a bride in a canoe and in that moment I just decided I needed to do something like that,” Marie reflects. The savvy photography quickly pulled together a team of vendors and began envisioning a whimsical waterside scene filled with pastel hues and floral prints. “I wanted to showcase the idea of fine art and elegance, and I believe we pulled it off with my amazing team of vendors!”
Photo by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Hailey Marie Photography
A BALANCING ACT
Of course, photoshoots on the water are bound to come with a few challenges. Once the model was safely seated in the canoe, which was adorned with sweet cream and peach floral arrangements by Tapestry Floral and Wild Earth Designs, the team had to figure out how to prevent the beauty from floating from shore. “We finally figured out to secure the canoe to one end of the tree and used a broom to push the other end away from the bank,” says Marie. The result? Stunning boat bridals that stand out from the typical inspiration shoot.
Photo by Hailey Marie PhotographyPhoto by Branson MaxwellPhoto by Branson MaxwellPhoto by Branson Maxwell
Simply put, hosting a wedding in Utah’s urban core provides a range of possibilities you won’t find anywhere else in the state. From Ogden to Provo, there are literally hundreds of vendors to choose from—ranging from awarding winning pastry chefs and florists to creative hair and makeup artists and farm-to-table caterers. The variety of options Utah’s urban and suburban areas offer is particularly diverse in regard to venues.
Memorial House is an elegant Georgian-style meeting hall built in 1920 at the base of downtown Salt Lake’s City Creek Canyon in leafy Memory Grove Park. Greenhouse wedding venues include Cactus & Tropicals’s airy and verdant locations in both Draper and Millcreek and Richard K. Hemingway Orangerie, on the campus of the University of Utah’s Red Butte Garden & Arboretum. Venues steeped in tradition and elegance include the large ballrooms and lush grounds at downtown Salt Lake City’s The Grand America Hotel and the venerable and ever-impressive Utah State Capitol Rotunda. Beautifully sleek and slightly edgy venues offering a blank canvas for hosting celebrations include Provo’s White Shanty and The Monarch, a former Ogden warehouse turned modern event venue with a cool, mural-adorned rooftop deck. And, finally, suburban venues with country-estate appeal include the lush grounds and European chateau-vibe at La Caille, located at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon in Sandy; the elegant gazebo and gardens, framed by views of Mt. Olympus, at Bellissimo Gardens at Tuscany; and Twenty & Creek (formerly Heritage Gardens), a completely reimagined, modern-meets-classic space bursting with details.
Spring and fall are lovely along the Wasatch Front, typically marked by soft and balmy days and cool nights. But really anytime of the year is a great time to wed in Utah’s cities and suburbs. One factor to consider however is large-scale special events. While over the last two years COVID-19 has curtailed conventions, FanX, Pioneer Day, Pride Week, and others, these large-scale events are likely to come back in full force in 2022 and certainly in 2023. Before landing on a wedding date at an urban venue, check calendars to avoid coinciding your wedding with big, public events, as they could provide transportation and scheduling hassles.
Highlight why the spot you chose to tie the knot is special to you—and reveal a bit more of you and your betrothed’s personality—by creating a brief-but-personal city guide with your favorite restaurants, bars, museums and retailers located nearby your wedding venue to send with your invitations.
Lauren & Leo Tag Ranch, July 17th Planning and Design by Marae Events Photography by Heather Nan
HOW IT ALL BEGAN
Lauren and Leo, who are both Park City transplants (she’s from Torrance, Calif. and he hails from Newport News, Va.), met on the job at Montage Deer Valley. “We worked in different departments but realized a connection when we were out for drinks one night with a mutual friend,” Lauren says. “We hit it off instantly.” Fast-forward five years later: While each had moved on in their careers—Lauren sells real estate and Leo is both a whiskey blender for High West Distillery and recently launched his own wine label, Model Citizen—their relationship was stronger than ever. And, so, Leo decided it was time to bring it full circle. “He proposed to me back where it all began, on the Vista Terrace at Montage Deer Valley,” Lauren says.
THE VENUE
For their wedding, the couple “wanted to throw a big family party where we could all be outside and enjoy the beauty of Utah,” Lauren explains. As such, from the moment she and Leo arrived for a site tour at Tag Ranch, a working ranch and event venue bursting with upscale western charm, they knew it would be their wedding venue. “When we arrived at the ranch we instantly felt at home,” Lauren says.
THE BIG DAY
Marae Events’ Sarah Tucker helped Lauren and Leo zero in on a modern and neutral color scheme based in white, ivory, creme and sage green with black and tan accents. The couple was married at the ranch’s flagstone patio ceremony site under a rough-hewn timber arch flocked with free-form florals. Woven baskets heaped with grasses and greenery, inspired by the rolling hills surrounding Tag Ranch, lined the aisle to the arch. Additional baskets were filled with parasols and woven fans for guests to cool themselves with during the ceremony. Lauren wore a romantic off-the-shoulder, A-line gown with an embroidered tulle overlay from White April and fabulous open-toe gold heels with a pleated-bow embellishment. Leo dressed in a custom-made charcoal grey suit and vest. Lauren’s bridesmaids wore taupe chiffon gowns in styles they each chose. The groomsmen wore charcoal grey tuxedos. The ceremony was officiated by Leo’s father.
KING’S TABLE SHOWSTOPPER
Following a post-ceremony cocktail hour featuring drinks made with High West Distillery whiskey, guests made the short walk to a meadow behind the ranch’s barn where a long king’s table was set with flowers and creamy white linens. A canopy of billowing fabric shaded its entire length. “Guests at Tag Ranch usually dine in the barn or on the adjacent patio,” Tucker says. “I wanted to create a little more unique experience for Lauren and Leo’s wedding and proposed pulling the guests into the beautiful surroundings instead.” As Lauren and Leo’s wedding date approached, however, daytime highs climbed into the mid-90s. And so, with help from Moonlight Lighting, Tucker designed the table canopy to shade guests during dinner while deepening the overall aesthetic. The dinner menu was ranch-themed and included smoked Snake River pork shoulder with blood orange barbecue sauce, Dutch oven potatoes, roasted green beans and corn bread muffins with Utah honey butter. Along with the vanilla-custard wedding cake (made by the bride’s aunt), dessert included beignets served with chocolate, caramel and strawberry coulis.
THOUGHTFUL DETAIL
Instead of writing their own vows, Lauren and Leo paid homage to their shared Irish roots with what’s known as a handfasting ceremony. This ancient marriage ritual was made popular in Ireland and Scotland during the early Christian period and is the origin of the familiar expression “tying the knot.” “We were honored to have Leo’s sisters tie the knots for us,” Lauren says.
Everybody loves lush and colorful bridesmaid bouquets, but there’s no hard-and-fast rule that says your attendants are required to carry bunched blooms at your wedding. Creative alternatives include glowing glass lanterns, a colorful Shan (Chinese fan) or ever-chic floral hoops. Here, we’ve gathered our top five alternatives to the traditional wedding bouquet.
BLOOMING SHOULDER BAG
Ditch the handheld bouquet for a cheery clutch embellished with live florals—like this beauty created by Robert Upwall with Salt Lake City’s Every Blooming Thing.
Azalea Flower Company drew inspiration from freshly-picked summertime peaches when arranging this modern hoop arrangement. The arrangements are bursting with garden roses, essential spring tulips, and texture from delicate Japanese Andromeda and hanging amaranthus.
Photo by Clarity Lane
COLORFUL PARASOL
Vividly patterned parasols make a statement for any summer wedding. The artful accessories serve a dual purpose of protecting your bridesmaids from Utah’s powerful rays, and who doesn’t love a little added whimsy?
A struggle that every Utah florist knows all too well is the battle to keep bridal bouquets from wilting in the hot and arid climate. This stunning bride totes a dream-catcher inspired, macrame-dripping ring of cherry-branch florals in lieu of a traditional bouquet, because unsavory weather should never limit celebration of Utah’s natural beauty.
Ditch bright and bouncy blooms for something a bit bolder. Flickering lanterns add a dose of drama to your wedding, especially if your ceremony takes place at dusk. Just imagine your bridesmaids lighting up the aisle with romantic lanterns in hand. Just be sure to swap out the item with something a little softer for the bridal toss.
Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock
Of course, we love a blooming bouquet as much as the next girl. Check out these desert-inspired arrangements for your big day!
