Second Skin: The Beauty of Jewelry

December 18, 2017

The new luxe in adornments is all about the feel—bracelets that slide, rings that embrace and necklaces that are as sensory and seductive as your own skin. Jewelry as an extension of yourself.

Rahaminov available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

Kaleidoscope 18k yellow gold mixed shape diamond earrings ($30,000); Rahaminov 18k yellow gold and diamond bib necklace, ($27,000)

John Hardy Legends collection available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

Bamboo sterling silver ring ($350); Double coil sterling silver bracelet with black sapphires, black spinel and blue sapphire eyes ($2,900); Naga sterling silver necklace with black sapphires, black spinel and blue sapphire eyes ($1,295); Naga sterling silver ring with black sapphires, black spinel and blue sapphire eyes ($595)

Tiffany T cutout hinged cuff in 18k gold with white ceramic ($8,500); Tiffany HardWear ball wire bracelet in 18k gold ($1,300); Tiffany Infinity cuff in 18k gold with diamonds ($4,400); Hinged bangle in 18k rose gold with diamonds ($4,950)

Mattia Cielo available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

Rugiada 18k white gold flex necklace ($14,800); Sole Collection split diamond ring with sliding center diamond, in 18k white gold ($4,900); Sole Collection split diamond bracelet with sliding center diamond, in 18k white gold ($11,400)

Roberto Coin Sauvage Privé collection available at O.C. Tanner Jewelers.

Black jade and diamond bracelet in 18k rose gold ($9,900); Pavé diamond bypass ring in 18k rose gold ($23,500); Pavé diamond ring in 18k rose gold ($9,300); Black jade and diamond bypass ring in 18k rose gold ($4,500)

Yellow Diamonds Collection available at Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany Keys star key pendant of yellow diamonds in gold ($16,500); Tiffany Victoria® line bracelet in platinum with diamonds ($22,000); Tiffany Jazz® three-row diamond bracelet in platinum ($29,000); Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger® Sixteen Stone ring with diamonds ($9,200)

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Details

Photos Adam Finkle
Styled by Farasha, Vanessa Di Palma Wright & Madeleine Marie Ewell
Art Direction Jeanine Miller & Jarom West

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For more inspiration, check out our magazine!

Video Tutorial: Mistletoe-Ready Lips

December 15, 2017

written by Kayal Vidal | photos by Adam Finkle | video by Andrea Peterson

Got Beauty makeup artist Jordan Dyches gave us the exclusive on getting the perfect holiday red glitter lip and also how to keep lips healthy and crack-free through the winter.

Dyches claims this look is perfect for anyone who wants to make a statement—she shows us step-by-step how to get the perfect look whether you’re complementing a holiday party outfit or are simply feeling bold.

Before starting any lip look, Dyches recommends a daily lip routine. “Start with exfoliation. I recommend the Sara Happ or Revival Sugar Lip Scrub. After you rinse it off, moisturize. Moisturizing is the key to any successful beauty look,” she says.

Red Glitter Lip

Step 1: Exfoliate your lips properly.

Step 2: Carefully trace the lip with a red lip liner.

Step 3: Fill the lip with your favorite shade of red lipstick. If you want the color to stay on all day, Dyches recommends using the Palladio Velvet Matte Cream Lip Color.

Step 4: To finish off, apply Unicorn Snot
Glitter Gloss.

Step 5: Follow gloss with a normal or loose shadow glitter (like Jane Iredale 24-Karat Gold Dust) with a medium sized eye shadow brush.

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Step 1. Revival Sugar Lip Scrub, $9 Step 2. POPS Cosmetics Creamy Lip Pencil, $9 Step 3. Palladio Velvet Matte Cream Lip Color, $7
Step 4. Unicorn Snot Lip Gloss, $8 Step 5. Jane Iredale 24-Karat Gold Dust, $14. All available at Got Beauty, gotbeauty.com

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For more inspiration, check out our magazine! Video courtesy of our sister company, Salt Lake magazine.

Shimmer and Shine in Emerald and Gold

December 14, 2017

written by Ashley Baker

Traditionally, the color green represents life, fertility, growth, harmony and ambition. Also, I should mention that Greenery, is the 2017 Pantone color of the year.

The color gold represents love, illumination, magic and wisdom; and a splash of gold is a great way to add some shimmer to your wedding décor.

Would you use this elegant color combo on your wedding day?

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Vendors

Photographer Meghan Hess Photography
Venue Pierpont Place
Print Design (invitations/menu) Rose Blossom Prints
HMUA (Bride) Be Beautiful By Bee
Accessories Headpieces (bride & bridesmaid), Bride’s earrings, Hair comb pieces, emerald butterfly earrings: Sparrow Station
Dresses (bridal gown) Bridal Brilliance Rentals (bridesmaid dress) Once Upon a Whimsy
Cake Ivory Layers Cakery
HMUA (bridesmaid) Peacock Artistry
Bowtie (groom) Orchard Blossoms
Jewelry (bride’s bracelets, bridesmaid’s bracelets & necklaces) Voulez
Floral Blushing Rose Floral
Model (bridesmaid) Mallory Stack
Models (Bride & Groom) Alayna & Tyson Crane

Ski Utah Announces New Offerings for Utah Weddings

December 13, 2017

Written by Val Rasmussen

As skiers ask themselves “Where’s the snow?,” Ski Utah—the marketing wing of the Utah Ski & Snowboard Association—says the resorts are ready to go.

That’s good news for couples who are on the hunt for resort venues and wedding activities. It’s no secret that engaged couples demand a unique wedding experience, so be the first of your friends to include these new ski-centric action items into your wedding weekend.

New Way to Spa: Cliff Spa

If you’ve booked a 2018 or 2019 wedding at Snowbird, or neighbor Alta, be sure to pamper yourself and your guests at Snowbird’s Cliff Spa, located on the rooftop of The Cliff Lodge.

The spa has undergone a massive renovation and their infamous outdoor pool now flaunts radiant heated decks, a gas-fed fire pit, and more square footage to relax with your crew during your wedding weekend.

New Place to Stay in Deer Valley: Stein Eriksen Residences

Are you planning to host your destination wedding at Stein Eriksen Lodge, Montage or St. Regis? You may now consider Stein Eriksen Residences for guest lodging.

These contemporary ski-in/sleep-in properties offer guests access to the 7-8-8-0 restaurant, Silver Aspen Spa, an indoor/outdoor infinity pool and hot tub, a lounge area with fire pits, indoor splash pad, fitness center, ski shop, valet and locker room.

New Place to Stay in Park City: The Grand Summit Hotel

Located in Canyon Village at Park City Mountain, The Grand Summit Hotel is now open after an extensive $15 million renovation.

Old, But New Again: The Bigelow Hotel

Cover shot by Heather Nan and Jessica Kettle

Formerly the historic Ben Lomond Hotel, this 126-year-old Ogden hotel—and Utah Bride & Groom’s cover venue here—has reopened following a lobby renovation returning it to it’s 1920’s Art Deco glory.

New Way to Play: Montage Generations

Montage Deer Valley wants to help connect your friends and family—of all generations—this year with new educational and adventurous activities including tubing, snowshoeing and cooking classes.

New Destination Wedding Activity: Olympic Action with Waldorf Park City

The Waldorf Astoria Park City now offers 2002 Olympic site visits with a professional athlete, such as Olympian Nate Roberts, with option to ski at Park City Mountain or bobsled and ski at the Utah Olympic Park.

Finish the day with a gourmet dinner with said athlete at Waldorf’s acclaimed restaurant Powder.

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For a list of our favorite places to host your wedding, see our Venue guide!

Sugar Rush at Solitude Mountain Resort

December 8, 2017

Written by Ashley Baker | Photos by Sugar Rush Photography and Video

Ryan and Susie first connected through a mutual friend.

“He says it was love at first sight,” Susie recalls. “We were invited out to dinner by a mutual friend. Ryan was the last one to show up and when he got there, he sat right next to me. We talked all night and when everyone decided to go home, Ryan and I went out dancing together.”

The pair’s adventure has continued ever since.

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Vendors

Venue Solitude Mountain Resort
Photographer Sugar Rush Photography and Video
Florist Sweet William
Dress Off White Bride
Alterations Stitched Specialties
HMUA Sharlene Mitchell and Myke Huncharek Dy

10 Holiday Hostess Gifts That Girly Girls Will Love

December 5, 2017

written by: Sadie Upwall

We’ve just had a vision of your future – it involves mistletoe, ugly sweaters, intoxicated relatives and a potentially excessive amount of pie. Sound familiar? When it comes to the holidays, we all pretty much know what to expect from our annual hooplas. The party-goer golden rule is to always provide a small token of appreciation to the person who brings us together. Here are a few of our favorite holiday hostess gifts from Got Beauty…certain to ensure unbridled enthusiasm and complete favoritism from the one with the mostest!

Travel Mugs

Because there’s not much better than a sip of your favorite hot beverage while your ride is warming up in the morning.

Pink Flamingo Neon Light

The perfect pop of light and color to brighten up minimalist and eclectic households alike.

Voluspa Candles

With gorgeous reusable containers and scents ranging from fruity to earthy, you simply cannot go wrong with these candles.

Coffee Mugs

Complement the best ritual of the day with a mug that speaks to the heart and mind of your hostess.

Accessory Pouches

Girls love owning a lot of little things, so naturally they’re going to love having cute bags to put them in.

Party Games

Cute and quirky party games are a favorite of every perfect hostess.

Travel Goodies

For those who prefer to stay glam at 30,000 feet and beyond.

Notebooks and Journals

For the introvert hostess who has random spurts of extraversion (we know you’re out there).

Gold Glittery Sparklers

We know it’s not the 4th of July, but that’s no reason not to brighten up a cold, dark night.

Walrus Bookends

Animal lovers and Alice in Wonderland fans alike will swoon over this library addition.

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For more ideas and inspiration, check out our magazine!

Christmas-Themed Photo Shoot

December 4, 2017

“Meet me by the mistletoe.”

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Vendors:

Photographer: Allison Quist Photography

Couple: Morgan + Josh

For more inspiring imagery, check out the magazine!

Perfect Wedding Dress and Bouquet Pairings

November 30, 2017

There’s something magical about wedding bouquets and dresses, the combinations of which, if paired correctly creates a striking and elegant look.

Pam Hlaing and her team at Bitsy Bridal give us inspiration on how to do just that with their new 2018 gown collection, whimsical bouquets and beautiful imagery.

“Copper has been such a surge in the weddings trends these days,” says Hlaing “We wanted to pair it with the rich elegance of older traditional elements of French designs, but keep it modern enough to appeal to todays modern brides.”

Bitsy Bridal’s series is full of various textures that feature six different styles of wedding bouquets, six different bridal hair and makeup looks, and six different incredible gowns. All of which fit right into a modern French garden look (which is so hot right now), but still unique enough to match each bride’s individual personality. The color palette is complex, with deep and rich tones.

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The sweetheart inspirational table scape was set with traditional plating and greenery, coupled with modern copper accents, and luxurious French pastries.

The cake was kept simple and allowed to showcase itself with a modern marbled bottom tier and hand painted florals hinting at the florals found in the French garden and mirrored in invitation suite.

The oversized macramé swing was meant to elude to the playful side of a garden, draped with raw silks and greenery.

The photography was kept very light and airy but with rich tones, textures, and depth to keep your eye moving through out the imagery.

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Vendors:

Dresses: Bitsy Bridal
Photography: Hawkeye Photography
Life Looks Photography

Flowers: The Pear Blossom
Mille Fleur Design
Simple Petals
Leuca Floral
Lilly and Iris
Poppy & Bloom Floristry

Swings: Ballantyne Design

Invitation Suite: Cassia Leigh Designs

HMUA:
Team 1: Beauty by Brooklyn
Makeup by Katina

Team 2: Shauni Sue Beauty
Katie Adair Makeup

Models:

Amber McEwen

Mallory Stack
Paige Steadham
Harli Marie McShinsky
Lauren “Layla” Hunsaker
Alyssa Brooke Richards

Videography: Brad Winegar

Romance at Utah State Fair Park

November 28, 2017

“A hundred hearts would be too few to carry all my love for you.” ~Unknown

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Vendors:
Catering, Planning, Design, and Wedding Cake: LUX Catering and Events
Florals: LUX Floral and Design
Photography: Haley Hoover, Sarah McClure, David Daniels
White Dresses: Fantasy Bridal
Red dress: Custom from Vietnam
Tie: FloralTieOnline
Ring: Schubach Jewlers
Venue: Utah State Fair Park
Rentals: All Out Event Rental, Tavolo (a #ubgvendor!), Utah Vintage Rentals, Alpine, Diamond Event Rentals (a #ubg vendor!)
Linens: Nuage

For more wedding inspiration, check out our magazine!

A Park City Picnic For Two

November 27, 2017

“If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.” ~ A. A. Milne

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Vendors:

Photography: Kamera Lynn Photography
Floral: Diamond Tip Design
Bridal Gown: Janay Marie Designs
HMUA: Kiki West; Signature Brides
Jewelry: J. Brooks Jewelers
Calligraphy: Trinsica Calligraphy
Bakery: Sugar Rush Custom Cake
Decor: Haight & Ashbury Home
Three Noisy Birds
Oliver and Princess Natasha
Cooks Cutting Boards
Models: Josie and Brian Camp