Fall Wedding at Vail's Donovan Pavilion

On a dappled sunlit day in October, Amy and Jordan became man and wife.
The backdrop of tinted gold aspen leaves and the babbling Gore creek
created the perfect setting. The newlyweds were married on the courtyard

of the Donovan Pavilion and celebrated thier reception inside the gorgeous

wood and glass building surrounded by the sounds of nature.

 

Amy and Jordan tied the knot at the Donovan Pavilion in Vail, Colorado

 

 

The Bride's long hair was intricately braided by Inga Cox Hair & Makeup

 

 

Boutonierre's in vivd colors and texture by Sweet Pea Designs

 

 

Kermit mums, Gerbera Daisies and Snap Dragons in green raffia tied bouqets
by Sweet Pea Designs lined the aisle.

 

 

The Brides' bouquet were gathered stems of orange gerbera daisies,
hot pink roses, yellow crocus, and pink vernonica

 

 

 

 

 

The Bride created a fan program which also listed the reception menu,
tulle tied with yellow ribbon held birdseed to shower the newlyweds.

 

 

Bridesmaids word ruched lemon yellow dresses and held smaller versions of the Bridal bouquet.

 

Framed by the trees, and near the creek, the couple ties the knot.

 

 

 

Happy to do the honors, the Groom's mother performs the ceremony.

 

 

The bridal party in the late afternoon glow of the sun.

 

 

The newlyweds in the aspen trees.

 

 

Tree ring place cards

 

 

Cocktail music provided by Josh McWilliams

 

 

Bright floral design by Sweet Pea Designs

 

 

Reception centerpieces by Sweet Pea Designs, Table name by the Bride

 

 

Tall centerpieces of aspen leaves, snap dragons and curly willow

 

 

Tall reception centerpieces by Sweet Pea Designs

 

 

Clusters of single flowers make darling centerpieces

 

 

Green Kermit mums, yellow crocus and hot pink gerbera daisies.

 

 

A champagne toast to the couple.

 

 

Strawberry fondant wedding cake by Mountain Flower

 

Wedding Planner: Muse Events

Venue: Donovan Pavilion, Vail

Photography: Jason + Gina Photography

Rentals: Alpine Rentals

Catering: Footers Catering

Florist: Sweet Pea Designs

Wedding Cake: Mountain Flour

Ceremony Music: Josh McWilliams

Reception Music: A Great Time DJ

Guest Accomodations: Lodge at Vail

Rehearsal Dinner: Vail Cascade

 

 

 

 

 

 

Isaac's Live Lip-Dub Proposal

European Flair in Vail

On a Sunlit September day, Julie and Charlie said "I do"
in the beautiful Vail Chapel in Vail Colorado.

The bride's vision included vintage lace linens.

Classic candelabra's with lit tapers to provide a glamorous

and romantic feel. Handwritten calligraphy script pronounced

each guest's seat clipped to an antique screen covered in

lace.

Floral palette is a gorgeous blend of ivory and greens.

The reception was held at the incomparable Donovan Pavilion.

Ceremony - Vail Chapel
Rehearsal Dinner - Cascade Ballroom
Lodging - Cascade Resort
Photographer - Cheryl Ungar Weddings
Videographer - DV Fresh
Ceremony Musicians - Masterful Musicians
Rentals - Alpine Rents
Catering - Vail Concepts
Reception Venue - Donovan Pavilions
Reception Music - Starkey Productions
Wedding Coordination - Muse Events

Surprise Steam Punk Wedding

Invitations to an engagement party at the Curtis was the ruse

to gather friends and family to the actual wedding. Surprise!

How romantic is it to have your groom herald your entrance
with the classic John Cusak boombox scene from Say Anything.
For Kelley and Ames, thier celebration had to be unique.
So they chose to tie the knot under the dancing aliens at the
Denver Center for Performing Arts.

The Bride wore a custom created burgundy dress and
was attended by her family. Each child expressed thier
individuality by choosing thier attire which included leather
boots, trenchcoats, goggles and bowler hats in the steam punk style.

The talented Dawn Ackerman of Hillside Consultants designed

the bouquets with the brides colors and added delicate chains

and steampunk elements to create a truly unique scheme.

To celebrate the two families now joined as one, Kelley

Kakes created a fun rollercoaster that included each

member sculpted individually and included the family dog.

Ceremony Venue: Denver Center for Performing Arts

Reception: The Curtis

Photography: Gina & Jason Photography

Flowers: Hillside Consultants

Wedding Cake: Kelley Kakes

Wedding Planner: Muse Events

Wedding Pink - Cheryl Ungar Gives

We are excited to introduce Erin and Ben, the recipients of The Wedding Pink - 2013. We are honored to award them their dream wedding which will take place May 5 at the Wine Country Inn, Palisade, Colorado.

The Wedding Pink is an annual, heartfelt wedding giveaway package presented to a couple whose lives have been recently touched by breast cancer. Cheryl Ungar, the founder of The Wedding Pink, is a 21-year breast cancer survivor and a wedding photographer. In addition to Cheryl donating her own wedding photography services, she has put together an extraordinary team of some of Colorado's top wedding vendors -- all of whom have generously agreed to donate their services and products to ensure The Wedding Pink is a spectacular event for one very special couple. This is an opportunity for one deserving couple to be awarded a dream wedding nearly cost free and valued at over $30,000.

Read Erin & Ben's Story

These amazing businesses are donating their product and services to The Wedding Pink - 2013 

• Chelsea Allie Wedding Planning and Design
• Cheryl Ungar Wedding Photography
• Decadence Gourmet Cheesecakes & Catering
• DJ Ryan Griz Entertainment
• Fifth Gear Portrait Designs
• Five Star Event Rentals
• High Country Orchards & Vineyards/Colterris Winery
• JR's Carriage Service
• Luxe
• Men's Wearhouse
• Monique's - Abra Formal Wear
• 970 Photo Booth Company
• Quench Custom Skin Care
• Roni St Pierre
• Sweet Treats by Danielle
• 3 Leaf Floral Design
• Wine Country Inn

A great big thank you goes to Cheryl Ungar for dreaming big and making other's dreams possible.

Historic Barn Photo Shoot

What could be more Colorado than a Bridal shoot at a historic barn?
Against the weathered look of the barn, we wanted COLOR!
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A bright red settee highlighted the bride for a modern bridal portrait.

The purple palette of the bridal bouquet gave the bride a romantic look.

A more traditional romantic wedding portrait by the oh so talented Keri Doolittle.

Can you say COLOR? Unconventional Pink menus add flair.
Bright chinese lanterns dress up a barn and say Party!
Did you check out the addition of votive lanterns to match?
A touch of orchids and nature bring the outdoor touch.

The fabulous team:
Photography - Keri Doolittle Photography
Florist - Brilliant Blooms
Wedding Cake -  Mulberries Cake Shop
Menu's & Placecards - Write Occasions
Bridal Gowns - Little White Dress Shop
Linens - Tablescapes by Design
Placesettings & Coordination - Muse Events
Models - Katie, Lindsay & Craig

Hippie Chic

If you are an out of the box Bride...then these handmade Bride, Groom and Hippie cookie favors may just inspire you.

Made to order by KelleyKakes, these are almost too cute to eat. Send them home with your guests as a favor or use them as edible placecards.

Yes, I did say edible placecards, but only if your guests can refrain themselves before they are seated.

Could you even incorporate the entire bridal party? or the team roster of the Denver Broncos. I would!