It all began with one blue gown. In a world where white rules the roost, painting—as in hand-painting with acrylic paints—a blue gown may seem outrageous, but Chantel and Tyler Galloway nail it every time.
Photo courtesy of Chantel Lauren
Pink, grey and rainbow work, too. From their flagship location in Salt Lake’s hip 9th South District, the duo sells a perfect package. Creative genius, entrepreneurial gumption, precise craftsmanship and down-to-earth personalities come together to create an artful line of gowns, robes and jewelry.
Not all gowns are painted, but all the dresses are from-scratch silk constructs sold in 13 other cities, including stockists in Canada and the UK. “It’s cool to see what appeals to different cities. Some cities are drawn to one style and price point, while others are drawn to something completely different.”chantellauren.com
You know what’s underrated? Indoor, studio bridal shoots. Don’t get us wrong, we adore every single one of the majestic and magical natural backdrops that Utah has to offer, but there’s something breathtaking that can come from the natural light and creative energies photographers and stylists can unleash on a studio space.
Case in point: this stunning session from Emli Photography. Emma Thongrin, the creative vision behind the shoot, was inspired by the modern style of Studio Noire Noir. She brought a truly modern bride’s beauty look to the shoot with a touch of bold color in the wildflower installments by Lush Floral Company, a statement-making sequin gown by Jessica and a classic gold makeup look by the bride herself.
Using a mirror and dark backdrops, this fashion team brought all the magic of a moonlight pond rendezvous right to a Utah county studio space. How magical is that?!
Scroll on through for more of this amazing, swoon-worthy shoot.
“C’mon now, you can do anything for 30 seconds!” Christopher Olsen shouts into his mobile mic over the sounds of dance-club beats and blasting fans. If you’re looking to crush your big-day fitness goals (and max out calories on your smartwatch), meet Shred415.
Olsen and his BFF-turned-business-partner Adria Swindle knew Shred415 was a perfect fit for Salt Lake. “We both love to travel and enjoy trying new fitness studios when we travel. When we took our first Shred415 class in Chicago, we were immediately sold and knew that we needed to bring this concept to the Salt Lake fitness community,” Swindle says.
Skull crushers, anyone? Every Shred415 workout incorporates 4 intervals of 15-minute rounds (hence, the “415”) between cardio on Woodway treadmills and strength exercises on “decks” that include burpees, hammer curls, jumping squats, up-downs, mountain climbers, skaters and so on. The Millcreek space is purposely small, but packs a punch as the lights go dim and the music pumps.
“Shred415 is more than a workout. We welcome and encourage people of all fitness levels. Lights are dimmed, music is loud and our certified instructors are there to motivate and help clients achieve their individual fitness goals,” Olsen says. “We also offer childcare, towel service and many more amenities to make your workout experience enjoyable.” shred415.com
How to SHRED for the Big Day:
Shred to WEd is a program that brides and grooms can experience for the three months leading up t their wedding day. The program is $139 for each of the three months. “This is a great discount from our regular unlimited monthly membership,” Swindle explains. Brides and grooms can ‘shred’ as many times as they want before the big day.”
There’s a new group of wedding professionals polishing off their resumes. Engaged couples, say hello to WIPA-Utah.
Why do you need to know about WIPA-Utah? Well, dear brides and grooms, they are the year-and-half old Utah chapter of the Wedding Industry Professionals of America, a national organization that began in 2008. Noting the lack of formal certification or degree to qualify vendors to run a wedding, WIPA founders saw a need to protect the consumer—yeah, that’s you—and elevate the industry.
All members are vetted, requiring at least three years of wedding industry experience and proof of liability insurance. Once they become WIPA members, the individual must maintain a membership in good standing by paying their dues and offering the highest standards of service.
Need proof of these high standards? Look no further than WIPA-Utah’s first annual Gala at Kimball Terrace on Park City’s Main Street. This Gala showcased hearty cuisine, action-packed entertainment and mountain-elegant decor, all by the best in the biz.
So, if you’re looking to add swanky-mountain-party wow-factor to your wedding festivities, here’s your checklist.
A swanky wedding venue: Kimball Terrace’s floor-to-ceiling windows overlook Park City’s Main Street from its second-story locale.
Places to hang: Lounge seating by Diamond Event & Tent offers rooftop enjoyment of Park City.
A spectacular cocktail bar: Stein Eriksen Lodge’s Tracy Friedman Selman enjoys a custom ice luge.
A killer tablescape and fresh floral canopy: The Artisan Bloom team displays luxury linens, ghost chairs, floating candles, tapered candles and hundreds of bud vases filled with peonies, astilbe and garden roses.
Themed table numbers and menus: Ann Elizabeth’s custom design—and famed printing press—provides mountain-elegant displays.
Flavorful of-the-season cuisine: Culinary Crafts delights every taste bud with Truffle vichyssoise, butter dipped radish; Snuck Farm rainbow chard, roasted delicata squash, apple, toasted hazelnut, burrata, and Slide Ridge honey citrus vinaigrette; sear-roasted pork tenderloin, pumpkin risotto, crispy Brussel sprouts with fried shallots, pomegranate gastrique; and salted caramel choux au craquelin.
Ample entertainment: Gold Standard Music plays jazzy tunes and Clementine Photo Booths lures guests into their slow-motion photo booth.
Don’t forget the after-party: Hairstylist Kali Chris and LaFete’s Allison Baddley enjoy some after-party dancing at Downstairs Park City.
Specify a gala-worthy dress code: The “black-tie invited” memo produced formal attire from all guests.
Kristen Spear of Soiree Productions and photographer Pepper NixChris Lavoie of Silver Summit Events and Mara Marian of Fuse Weddings and EventsAmanda Hansen of Decorations Inc. (Allison Baddley of La Fete and photographer Heather Nan in the background)L to R: Meg Griggs Orsini of Modern Expo, Kellie Jackstien of Artisan Bloom, Jennie Peterson of Grand America, Ann Jager of Ann Elizabeth Print Studio, Mara Marian of Fuse Weddings & Events, Kathy Romero of Kathy Romero Weddings & Events, Chris Lavoie of Silver Summit Events, photographer Pepper Nix, Val Rasmussen of Utah Bride & Groom, Jocelyn Gillies of Culinary Crafts and Rachael Masten of Silver Summit EventsMichelle Cousins of Michelle Leo Events and Christina Mytinger of St. Regis Hotel
Carey Arnell Drisdom Jr of Changing Lanes Entertainment Group, Kathy Romero of Kathy Romero Events, DJ Juone
After months of admiring each other from a far, Ashley and Brian discovered they were “the same brand of quirky” on their first date. From then on this match made in heaven knew they were meant to be and after six months of dating to the day, Brian proposed to Ashley. Ashley and Brian’s sun drenched Saint George LDS Temple bridals are filled with classic elegance.
The bride stunned in a perfectly intricate lace dress with a fitted silhouette that gives this classic a modern twist from Boulevard Bridal & Prom. With intricate lace detailing throughout the dress, a scallop hemline and delicate button back, the dress was the perfect fit for Ashely. Brian wore a custom tan Jos A. Bank suit paired with the pastels colors of the bridal party in his tie.
Ashley continued her style of timeless elegance with delicate curls and soft makeup done by Cassie Nichols at STYL’D Blow Dry Bar at Trolley Square. With silver accessories adding a sense of old Hollywood glamor to tie the whole look together.
The couple chose a pastel pallet in both florals and bridal party attire to compliment their perfect day. With bridesmaids pretty in pink and groomsmen in tan pants with pastel blue ties to match the color scheme radiates spring.
Down to the florals, Ashley and Brian’s bridals are filled with soft pastel pinks and blues. The bride’s bouquet was dotted with shades of pink and white, while the bridesmaids had simple all-white bouquets of hydrangeas. The flowers add a romantic simplicity to the whole day.
Scroll on to see more of Ashley and Brian’s big day.
Lost your venue due to Noah’s closure? Luckily, the venues of Utah have your back. The following is a list of venues that are offering discounted pricing for brides left suddenly without a venue:
The Azalea | 11277 Kestrel Rise Rd, South Jordan | theazalea.net
“The heart of Albion has always been a love story. One of a boy and girl who met at work, became best friends and got married,” says Liz Findlay, who opened the Albion Fit’s flagship at City Creek Mall in 2012 with her husband and she hasn’t looked back once.
The Findlays
What began inside her family’s Guatemalan factory years ago is now an athleisure-wear giant with four brick-and-mortars (in SLC, Dallas, Scottsdale and Dallas), alongside a behemoth online presence that flaunts bubbly—and often, tan—adventure seekers.
It’s been quite the adventure for the Findlays, as well. “Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity be a part of our customers’ adventures, and yes, their love stories, too,” Findlay says of Albion’s user-generated honeymoon content appearing on social media. “It’s a privilege to be a part of so many women’s most treasured memories. It’s the best part of what we do.”albiontfit.com
Enso Ring co-founder Brighton Jones almost broke his ring finger during a rock-climbing excursion when a small body shift caused his metal wedding band to catch on a rock. “Fortunately, my ring broke off a piece of rock, instead of my entire finger,” Jones says.
Brighton JonesAaron Daly
He studied various ring materials during global travels. Soon after, Brighton partnered with his childhood buddy Aaron Daly to design and sell comfortable, fashionable and affordable silicone rings, ideal for guys and gals with an active lifestyle. The concept was so exciting, that even entrepreneurial reality show “Shark Tank” gave the Lehi-based boutique their seal of approval.
Photo courtesy of Enso Rings
Say “I do” with a precious-metal-infused ring or customize a thank you gift for your wedding party that includes stackable rings and bracelets in your wedding hues.
Aside from being easy on the newlywed pocketbook ($25-$35 each), the rings appeal extends beyond your wedding celebration. Their Ring for a Reason offers a portion of ring proceeds to health and humanitarian programs including Global Citizen and Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC). ensorings.com
Local visionaries transforming the wedding scene, locally and beyond.
SHRED TO WED
“C’mon now, you can do anything for 30 seconds!” Christopher Olsen shouts into his mobile mic over the sounds of dance-club beats and blasting fans. If you’re looking to crush your big-day fitness goals (and max out calories on your smartwatch), meet Shred415.
Olsen and his BFF-turned-business-partner Adria Swindle knew Shred415 was a perfect fit for Salt Lake. “We both love to travel and enjoy trying new fitness studios when we travel. When we took our first Shred415 class in Chicago, we were immediately sold and knew that we needed to bring this concept to the Salt Lake fitness community,” Swindle says.
Skull crushers, anyone? Every Shred415 workout incorporates 4 intervals of 15-minute rounds (hence, the “415”) between cardio on Woodway treadmills and strength exercises on “decks” that include burpees, hammer curls, jumping squats, up-downs, mountain climbers, skaters and so on. The Millcreek space is purposely small, but packs a punch as the lights go dim and the music pumps.
“Shred415 is more than a workout. We welcome and encourage people of all fitness levels. Lights are dimmed, music is loud and our certified instructors are there to motivate and help clients achieve their individual fitness goals,” Olsen says. “We also offer childcare, towel service and many more amenities to make your workout experience enjoyable.” shred415.com
How to SHRED for the Big Day:
Shred to WEd is a program that brides and grooms can experience for the three months leading up t their wedding day. The program is $139 for each of the three months. “This is a great discount from our regular unlimited monthly membership,” Swindle explains. Brides and grooms can ‘shred’ as many times as they want before the big day.”
KINGS OF RINGS
Brighton JonesAaron Daly
Enso Ring co-founder Brighton Jones almost broke his ring finger during a rock-climbing excursion when a small body shift caused his metal wedding band to catch on a rock. “Fortunately, my ring broke off a piece of rock, instead of my entire finger,” Jones says.
Photo courtesy of Enso Rings
He studied various ring materials during global travels. Soon after, Brighton partnered with his childhood buddy Aaron Daly to design and sell comfortable, fashionable and affordable silicone rings, ideal for guys and gals with an active lifestyle. The concept was so exciting, that even entrepreneurial reality show “Shark Tank” gave the Lehi-based boutique their seal of approval.
Aside from being easy on the newlywed pocketbook ($25-$35 each), the rings appeal extends beyond your wedding celebration. Their Ring for a Reason offers a portion of ring proceeds to health and humanitarian programs including Global Citizen and Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC). ensorings.com
Say “I do” with a precious-metal-infused ring or customize a thank you gift for your wedding party that includes stackable rings and bracelets in your wedding hues.
THIS HONEYMOON AIN’T OVER
Photo courtesy of Albion Fit
“The heart of Albion has always been a love story. One of a boy and girl who met at work, became best friends and got married,” says Liz Findlay, who opened the Albion Fit’s flagship at City Creek Mall in 2012 with her husband and she hasn’t looked back once.
The Findlays
What began inside her family’s Guatemalan factory years ago is now an athleisure-wear giant with four brick-and-mortars (in SLC, Dallas, Scottsdale and Dallas), alongside a behemoth online presence that flaunts bubbly—and often, tan—adventure seekers.
It’s been quite the adventure for the Findlays, as well. “Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity be a part of our customers’ adventures, and yes, their love stories, too,” Findlay says of Albion’s user-generated honeymoon content appearing on social media. “It’s a privilege to be a part of so many women’s most treasured memories. It’s the best part of what we do.”albiontfit.com
