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rocky mountain
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the bride’s planning guide to a perfect rocky
mountain wedding
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alexandra & shanona woodland whimsy wedding in glacier park
adorneddetails and delicate textures from velvet bride
southwest musingsa beyond-the-border style with under canvas
dreamcatchersmoky hues and an edgy, americana vibe
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DOWNTOWN & RANCHLOCATIONS
Photos by Missy Short Photography, Amelia Anne Photography, Cali Frankovic Photography
in this issue
rmb finds14 Pretty Little Things Something Blue 16 Clink & Cheers - Bacchus Pub
style & beauty40 Adorned 46 Groom’s Guide to Custom Finds
inspiration 78 Dreamcatcher92 A River Runs Through It 102 Wildflower Whimsy
love stories & looksglacier 20 Ingrid & Aaron - greenough
31 Alexandra & Shanon - west glacier
25 Get The Look - Averill’s Flathead Lake Lodge
yellowstone 50 Sierra & DJ - bozeman
56 Jacqueline & Jaren - belgrade
70 Anna & Tom - pray
63 Get The Look - Bar N Ranch & Under Canvas
getaway110 Glacier Under Canvas
in every issue114 The RMB Wedding Day Organizer116 The Gem Marketplace118 Montana Credits
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Hello Again Warm Weather!
I love that first warm March day that reminds you sun-kissed days are coming soon. Summer weddings in Montana are spectacular - the mountains come alive and show off their beauty. Wild flowers, rich green trees and crisp rivers blend together and invite you to explore the Rockies. With an invite like that, I don’t know how one could say no!
In this issue of RMB Montana, we wanted to showcase as many sun-soaked and summer-inspired locations as we could! From Glacier to Yellowstone, there are so many amazing places to say “I Do” in Montana. The possibilities are simply endless! We loved the Southwest design of the Bar N Ranch and Under Canvas “Get The Look” and the fashionably fun bridal shower at The Baxter Ranch! This issue’s love stories are inspiring, and while filled with gorgeous details, the true emotions of their day shine even brighter. And that is what we are most proud of— helping couples find their Rocky Mountain wedding inspiration so they can marry the love of their life!
We at Rocky Mountain Bride are so excited and honored to be a part of your wedding planning! I hope these pages inspire you to plan a your perfect summertime soirée in Montana, and more importantly, make your wedding day about your beautiful love story.
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the rmb team a group of gals that love the rockies and all things
wedding!
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For the Spring & Summer issue of RMB MT, we got to travel to some
amazingly gorgeous spots in the Big Sky state! Follow RMB on so-
cial media to get a backstage pass to the making of the magazine, styled
shoots and sneak peeks!
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t h e c ov e r s t o ry Fran Ze Photography
Rachel & ColterJuly 11th
Springhill Pavilion, Belgrade
“There is nothing better than having all your loved ones in the same place and getting to marry your favorite person! We are grateful for the friends, family, and vendors who came together to make our day so incredible. In classic Montana fashion, it started raining right before our outdoor ceremony. Everyone pitched in and moved the ceremony indoors, but right before it was to begin, the sun broke through and the weather cleared. We had the ceremony outside with everyone
standing with us. The feeling of having all the people we loved gathered around us as we said (sobbed) our vows to each other was an indescribable moment. A little rain (and even a tandem bike wreck!) made for the perfect first day of marriage!”
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amethyst kip spence, bride’s family beauty lizzy campbell | 406-579-1928 bridesmaid attire bhldn | bhldn.com + nordstrom | nordstrom.com cake elle’s belles | ellesbelles.com cal-ligraphy lady lewton calligraphy and design | ladylewton.com caterer just a taste catering | bozemancatering.com dress velvet bride - leanne marshall | velvetbride.com floral labellum | labellumflowers.com lodging artful lodger | artfullodgermontana.com menswear after 5 & weddings | after5andweddings.com music tucker down | fb: tuckerdownmusic officiant magdalena bowen paper minted | minted.com photography fran ze photography | franzephotography.com rings blue nile | bluenile.com rehearsal dinner the emerson grill | emersongrill.com rentals montana party rentals | montanapartyrentals.com transportation bozeman first student | firststudentinc.com veil velvet bride - twigs & honey | velvetbride.com venue springhill pavilion | springhillpavilion.com videography engle videography | englevideography.com wedding coordinator lauren caselli events | laurencaselli.com
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pretty little things
something blue Take a new spin on the traditional rhyme and
incorporate these fun, modern twists into your special day.
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montana finds
Dyed Silk Sari Ribbon, Dyed Silk Crepe Ribbon White Antler Flowers | etsy.com/shop/whiteantlerflowersEngraved Blue Rimmed Mug Meriwether of Montana | mwmade.com
Kimono Style Heatherington Eden Robe & Blue Bride Tote Plum Pretty Sugar | plumprettysugar.comThank You Notecard Noteworthy Paper & Press | noteworthypaperandpress.com
Velvet RingBox The Mrs. Box | themrsbox.com
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Photo by Sara Young Photogrpahy
716 Central Ave. • Great Falls, MT • 406.771.6828 • myviolafloral.com
FROM TRADITIONAL
TO MODERN STYLES
Clink & Cheers the bacchus pub
Located in The Baxter Hotel, Bacchus Pub strives to offer the highest quality food and drink at affordable prices, while providing the service
guests expect and deserve. It’s the perfect place to host a wedding festivity and cheers to the couple! We love the idea of a Bridal Brunch on their
patio with a celebratory Main Street Lemonade!
bacchuspubbozeman.com105 W Main St | Bozeman
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main street lemonade Combine your choice of Bozeman Distillery’s
Cold Spring Huckleberry Vodka (for a pink hue) or 1889 Whiskey with fresh lemonade over ice. Garnish
with huckleberries and a lemon slice!
sangria verdeMix together Off-dry Vidonya Vihno Verde with
lemon, orange, cucumber and mint leaves. Top with ginger ale and a dash of white rum over ice. Perfect
for patio weather!
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Ingrid & Aarongreenough
Ingrid and Aaron’s love story started in the first grade. Since meeting as youngsters, they always remained close. If there’s one thing their friends know them for, it’s their dedication to one another and their adventurous, wander lusting spirits! Through very challenging times - a 15-month deployment and cancer - Ingrid and Aaron learned to focus on each other, embrace the positives and decide what takes priority in their lives. Aaron proposed in Cape Cod and the two starting planning an intimate celebration in Oahu with close friends and family, but it just didn’t feel quite true to them as a pair. So they chose to travel for three months and elope somewhere utterly natural and serene. A month before the wedding, the couple chose The Resort at Paws Up as the perfect backdrop to their bohemian “I Do” on August 18th.
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The Theme: Ingrid and Aaron love natural, untouched and unspoiled beauty. When they travel, their goal is to find places where few have been. They wanted the same feel for their wedding day. The nature of Montana was their backdrop. Soft, natural colors in their floral and accents brought together their natural look.
The Dress: “Oh how I love “Love Shack Fancy.” There was never a decision making process because I knew that her design and her dresses were perfectly me. Rebecca Hessel Cohen is an NYC goddess who has her signature silk dresses hand dyed, hand tethered, and hand made with love. The dress was comfortable, chic, and ethereal.”
The Flowers: “I think all good things in life are wild - the Montana woods, the Blackfoot River, the bareback horses. I wanted a bouquet that matched that essence. I went for something colorful, something abundant, and something with a light of it’s own. And what’s a barefoot bride without flowers in her hair!”
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The Favorite Detail: “The morning of our wedding, we woke up to the sound of the Blackfoot River and the sun peeking through our tent window. We had a lovely breakfast on our balcony, then took the bikes out to ride through some of the 37,000 acres of Paws Up. Finally, we made our way to the Blackfoot – the very same river we’d be married on in a few hours – so Aaron could fly fish and I could finish writing my vows. I’ll never forget the image of the river, the sunshine, the smile on Aaron’s face and the sand beneath my feet - simply magical! It was, and still is, one of the most peaceful and perfect moments. No stress, no running about, no outside noise. Just Aaron and Ingrid, on the Blackfoot, smiling in the sun and ready to embrace a life as husband and wife.”
The Celebration Dinner: For Ingrid and Aaron, Paws Up Resort goes above and beyond in every category, with food being their specialty! Aaron enjoyed an amazing Bison steak and the chef created a delicious vegetarian entrée for In-grid. Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries capped off their wedding perfect day.
Mr and Mrs Moment: Ingrid and Aaron loved calling each other “husband” and “wife” and did proceeded to do so, the entire drive home from Montana to Boston!
Advice for RMB Brides: “To all future brides I would say this – ‘Do what is right for you and your partner. Do something that is completely and utterly YOU, no matter how off-the-beaten-path it may be. This is the beginning of your life together, so let this day inform how you want your future to unfold.”
Three Words: Elegant, Natural, Fun!
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BRIDE’S DRESS Love Shack Fancy | loveshackfancy.com
BRIDE’S SHOES Barefoot!
FLORAL Habitat Floral Studio | habitatfloralstudio.com
HAIR Allison LeProwse | 406.529.2038
HONEYMOON Spain, Greece and Turkey
MAKE-UP Skin Chic - Candyce | skinchic.com
OFFICIANT Allen & Diane Lake | starfireministries.org
PHOTOGRAPHER Brian Powers | bpowphoto.com
VENUEThe Resort at Paws Up | pawsup.com
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Mimi’s Bridal 324 Main St Downtown Kalispell 406.257.4684 mimisbridal.net
Get The Look averill’s flathead lake lodge
bigfork
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two looks - one gorgeous venue! we love showing the versatility of a beautiful location like averill’s flathead lake lodge!
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woodland romance Colors and textures combine to create a gorgeous woodland wedding.
Ambers, greens and a pop of plum are the perfect color palette for the bride looking to add a modern twist. Mini potted plants at each place setting and
centerpieces of ferns and succulents tie back in the rich, forest feel!
get the look
glamour and grace Golden hues and blush sparkling at sunset - we love how
natural this black-tie look fits into the Montana landscape! The dramatic table is the wow factor, softened by vintage glassware and metallics. The bride’s romantic gown glows in the sun, and
the groom’s classic Tux complements this upscale look.
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get the look
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beauty raj salon - tammy garrison | fb: rajsalon design & planning jennifer goff designs & events | jennifergoffdesigns.com dresses j scott couture bridal | jscottcouture.com cakes miss pattiecakes | misspattiecakes.com floral conrad floral | conradfloralweddings.com photography kelly kirksey photography | kellykirkseyphotography.com rentals
empress tents and events | empresstentsevents.com venue averill’s flathead lake lodge | flatheadlakelodge.com
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Alexandra & Shanon west glacier
Alexandra and Shanon met at work and the connection was instant! Time spent outside of work quickly turned into more, but they kept
it a secret from their co-workers until it was too obvious they were a couple! On Christmas Eve, while gathered with the closest members
of their families, Shanon stood up for a toast and as he spoke he began to walk towards the couch and leaned in behind one of the cushions
to pull out “The Ring.” Everyone gasped and toasted in happiness as he kneeled down to ask Alexandra for her hand in marriage. Alexandra and Shanon couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate their new beginning,
than with a rustic July outdoor bash!
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The Theme: Alexandra and Shanon wanted an outdoor, natural, and woodsy wedding. Alexandra wanted their design to include being in the mountains and adding in plants and animals that would be found in the area, like moss, driftwood and little gold figurines. They used a color palette of nature greens, dusty plum purple and gold to create their perfect woodland look.
The Dress: “I didn’t want your typical white wedding dress. I just didn’t feel that it was my style. I really liked the look of BHLDN’s dresses. I fell quickly in love with the Cypress Gown, designed by Tadashi Shoji, and was my first purchase of all the wedding items. I was engaged on the 24th of December of 2013 and purchased my dress in March of 2014, knowing I was getting married in 16 months...Crazy I know! I would receive emails from BHLDN showing off their new dresses and was scared to look at them, I did, but was still happy with my original choice. That dress was so comfortable the day of the wedding and paired with my wedge Tom’s, I was a very comfy bride.”
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The Flowers: Alexandra loved the look of a green bouquet - the wild and loose design made her heart sing! She wanted all the floral to be a natural complement to Montana, so ferns and air plants paired with driftwood and moss table runners created the couple’s Montana woodland wedding feel! Alexandra still has the air plants on their kitchen window, which she looks at every day and is reminded of the that amazing wedding day!
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The First Dance: The newlyweds danced to ‘Forever’ by Ben Harper. Shanon is a huge fan of Ben Harper, and wanted nothing more than for them to dance together to that song!
The Food: “Shanon and I are both big fans of prime rib so we couldn’t think of a better dinner item for our wedding night. We knew that a few people at our wedding weren’t big beef eaters so we also chose a grilled chicken item, which was just as delicious. I like to eat organic foods as much as possible, so when I discovered Riversong Gourmet and their local, organic menus, I was sold. The food was absolutely delicious. After hearing about everyone else’s wedding day, I didn’t think I would be able to eat, but I was able to eat everything on my plate.”
The Sweets: The couple chose a small three tier lemon cake with raspberry filling and cream cheese frosting. Guests also enjoyed a variety macarons - filled with lavender, vanilla and honey-butter cream sweetness.
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The Favorite Detail: Alexandra just adored all of the items on the reception tables, like the centerpieces, votive candles and gold animals. It was the little things like that, when all together can make any place look magical!
Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “Every moment together was treasured.”
Advice for RMB Brides: “Planning ahead is key. I had 18 months to plan. Having more time also helps with being able to save money. Keeping track of all parts of the wedding in an excel file really lays things out, shows you what you need to focus on and when to pay vendors. I would also say that think of all of the little decorative things that can personalize your wed-ding. Those are the things that will stick out the most if pulled off correctly. Don’t be afraid to do what you want to do...It’s your day after all.”
Three Words: Intimate Mountain Wedding!
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BeauTYChristina Stevens, CS Bridal Styling | csbridalstyling.com
BrIde’S dreSS Tadashi Shoji, BHLDN | bhldn.com
BrIde’S JewelrY BHLDN | bhldn.com
BrIde’S rIng Zales | zales.com
BrIde’S SHoeS Tom’s Wedding Collection | toms.com
BrIdeSmaId’S aTTIre Allure Bridal - Sorella Vita | allurebridals.com
caKe Sandy Hohf, Sweet Notions | vintagewhitesweddings.com
caTerer Riversong Gourmet | riversonggourmet.com
FlowerS Mum’s Flowers | mumsflowersonline.com
groom’S acceSSorIeS Survival Bracelet | amazon.com
groom’S SHoeS Stacy Adams | amazon.com
InVITaTIonS The Find Sac | thefindsac.com
lodgIng Great Northern Resort, Glacier Park Weddings | glacierparkweddings.com
menSwear Men’s Wearhouse | menswearhouse.com
muSIc B &T Sound Production | btsoundproductions.com
oFFIcIanT Family Friend, Mr. Charles McCormick
PHoTograPHer Ryan Flynn Photography | ryanflynnphotography.net
reHearSal dInner Great Northern Resort, Glacier Park Weddings | glacierparkweddings.com
renTalS The Party Store Montana | thepartystoremt.com
VenueGreat Northern Resort, Glacier Park Weddings | glacierparkweddings.com
weddIng Planner Kelsey Motes-Conner, Field: A Wedding Design Studio | fieldweddingstudio.com
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Offering full service wedding and event catering.
amoveablefeastmissoula.com • (406) 544-8390
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find your dress.
www.velvetbride.commissoula, montana
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styled three divine looks for the 2016 bride.
style & beauty
beauty boom swagger salon | boomswaggersalon.com dress shop velvet bride | velvetbride.com floral habitat floral studio | habitatfloralstudio.com model mackenzie photography archer messenger | archermessenger.com venue flathead lake brewing co | flatheadlakebrewing.com venue plonk missoula | plonkwine.com
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The Sweetheart dreSS - SamanTHa
leanne marshall | leannemarshall.com
HeadPIece - daKoTa daInTY Halo
amy o. bridal | amyobridal.com
VeIl - lux Tulle FIngerTIP
BelT - oPal SPraY eTernITY VIne
twigs & honey | twigsandhoney.com
whimsy romantic dreSS - THalIa anna campbell | annacampbell.com.au
HeadPIece - delIcaTe Beaded eTernITY VIne twigs & honey | twigsandhoney.com
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daring & divinedreSS - ada
theia | theiacouture.com
HeadPIece - THYme crown habitat floral studio | habitatfloralstudio.com
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A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous- coco chanel
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the rmb gent’s guidel i b a t i o n s
nothing is better on a hot summer day than a cold cocktail and custom bar accessories!
For the connoisseur of montana-crafted and customized drinks, we love these local finds and signature cocktail ideas for your wedding day!
c o o l c o p p e rHand- Etched
Moscow Mule MugMontana Art Spot
etsy.com/shop/montanaartspot
c r a f t b e e rIs beer your groom’s
jam? Surprise him with a custom brew named
after him! Custom label by RMB Design House!
p o p b o t t l e sCustom Bottle Openers
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Sierra & DJbozeman
Sierra and DJ had known each other since middle school, but their love story didn’t begin until high school. Going separate ways after
graduating put their relationship to the test. After many years of long distance dating, they decided that they could not imagine their lives
without each other. One day in November, DJ planned a day exploring the Texas ranch he managed and arrowhead hunting on their favorite bluff that overlooks the Rio Grande River. As they were packing their things to head back home, DJ got down on one knee, Sierra’s hand in his, and proposed! The couple said “I Do” with a August 8th outdoor
ceremony with all of their loved ones there to celebrate!
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The Theme: Sierra and DJ wanted their wedding to be naturally elegant with a rustic flair and tons of fun! They used a color palette of natural blues and lavenders with pops of wildflower colors to design their ranch wedding.
The Dress: “The designer is Marisa. I was looking for a simple, sexy, Montana-themed dress I could wear with cowboy boots. To me, the dress was the perfect mix of vintage rustic with the lace over the mocha silk and the long button back. The sleek fit with the open back and sweetheart neckline made for the subtle hint of sexy.”
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The Flowers: When it came to flowers, the couple wanted them to be colorful dainty details that added to the surrounding beauty of the mountains. Sierra left the flower choices up to the ladies of Lukas & Trudeau Event Co. She gave only the instruction of wanting wild flowers mixed in with bigger blooms on a loose and natural structure, and the couple couldn’t have been happier with the design!
The Favorite Detail: “The location was my absolute favorite part of the day but detail wise, I (as well as the guests) loved the mule bar. It was a super fun twist on a basic bar. The custom copper mugs were a huge hit and we will forever be brought back to our special day when we sip on our favorite drink.”
The First Dance: The newlyweds danced to ‘Thinking Out Loud’ by Ed Sheeran, preformed by The Tiny Band. The words fit the couple’s story perfectly!
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The Food: “The food was AMAZING!! Ryan LaFoley and his team did an absolutely incredible job. We had tenderloin and salmon as a main course with an array of sides and appetizers. We also had late night pizza that the dancing guests loved. I have guests still telling me that it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. He really went above and beyond my expectations.”
The Sweets: For something sweet, the couple had a dessert bar filled with an assortment of pies, creme brûlée, tiramisu, cheese cakes, carrot cake, tarts and fresh berries and whipped cream - the groom’s favorite!
Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “That moment the next day when we were checking in at the hotel on our honeymoon and the receptionist said “Welcome to St. Regis Mr. and Mrs. Brask”. That’s when reality really sunk in. After the months of planning and the craziness of the wedding day this is what it’s all about. Finding your best friend and becoming one.”
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Advice for RMB Brides: “Be at ease with the changing mountainous weather. The surroundings are ab-solutely breathtaking no matter the kind of day. The perfect sunny days often times don’t make for great memories, and the best sunsets happen after a good rain.”
Three Words: Emotional, Picturesque, Party!
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BRIDE’S DRESS Marisa | marisabridals.com
BRIDE’S JEWELRY Something Borrowed
BRIDE’S RING The Gem Gallery | gemgallery.com
BRIDE’S SHOES Browning Heard Boots | tejasreserve.com
BRIDE’S VEIL Siljie McHugh | siljemcq.com
BRIDESMAID’S ATTIRE Bella Bridesmaids - Joanna August | bellabridesmaids.com
CATERER Ryan LaFoley | lafoleyoven.com
FLOWERS Lukas Trudeau Event Co | lukastrudeau.com
GROOM’S SHOES Browning Heard Boots | tejasreserve.com
GROOM’S SUIT Ted Baker | tedbaker.com
HAIR Kim Lee and Jessica Plum
HONEYMOON St. Regis Princeville Resort | stregisprinceville.com
INVITATIONS Amber Blazina | amberblazina.com
LODGING Homewood Suites | homewoodsuites.com
Hilton Garden Inn | hiltongardeninn3.hilton.comHampton Inn & Suites | hamptoninn3.hilton.com
320 Guest Ranch | 320ranch.com
MAKEUP Indulgence, Deirdre Quinn | indulgencemontana.com
MENSWEAR Persnickety Formal Wear | persnicketyformalwear.com
LIVE MUSICThe Tiny Band | thetinyband.com
OFFICIANT Bob Schwahn
PHOTOGRAPHER Votive Photography | votive photography.com
RENTALS Montana Party Rentals | montanapartyrentals.com
TRANSPORTATION Karst Stage | karststage.com
Classic Limo | classiclimos.com1St Student | firststudentinc.com
REHEARSAL DINNER John Bozeman’s Bistro | johnbozemansbistro.com
SWEETSElle’s Belles | ellesbelles.com
Whipped | whippedconfections.com
VENUE Lazy J Ranch
WEDDING PLANNER Lukas Trudeau Event Co | lukastrudeau.com
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Jacqueline & Jaren belgrade
Jaren and Jacqueline met while volunteering at a local Duck’s Unlimited Banquet. Jaren got up the courage to ask Jacqueline for her number at the follow-ing year’s banquet, and soon they quickly became friends. Before Christmas, Jaren mustered up the courage to ask Jacqueline to be his girlfriend. Excited, surprised and a bit panicked, Jacqueline quickly changed the subject. Jaren perceived the subject change as rejection and the pair grew apart. After finding
out they were going to be in Seattle for their jobs, the pair reconnected at a Mariner’s baseball game together and sparks flew! They officially started dating shortly after. When Jacqueline accepted a full-time position in Portland, Jaren made the big leap and moved with her and never looked back! One day in April, Jaren surprised Jacqueline while they were on one of their favorite hikes overlooking Portland and popped the question! The pair couldn’t
think of a more perfect place to say “I Do” than with friends and family on a July19th summer day!
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The Theme: Jacqueline and Jaren planned a charming and elegant wedding, with a touch of rustic. They wanted their colors to complement Holy Rosary and Springhill Pavilions, so they had various shades of pinks and blushes, with gold accents to create their dream day. Jacqueline didn’t want her bridesmaids to look and feel too uniform, so they wore varying shades of blushes and pinks and each had a different jewelry look!
The Dress: “I went shopping at a few different bridal stores in Portland, but ultimately found my Justin Alexander dress at Charlotte’s Bridal. I knew I wanted something unique, with cap sleeves, a dramatic back and a train. This dress has it all! I also found a beautiful cathedral veil at Charlotte’s that looked perfect with my dress. It was a very special shopping trip as my mom, twin sisters (Maids of Honor) and grandma were able to join me and help me choose.”
The Flowers: Much of Jacqueline’s wedding and floral inspiration came from their wedding invitations which were designed by BHLDN for Wedding Paper Divas. She showed the invitations to their florist, who created the most beautiful flower arrangements, bouquets and corsages that tied together the couple’s wedding design. She also made beautiful wreaths for the Pavilion doors, flowers for the aisles in the church, and their centerpieces.
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The Favorite Detail: “All of our DIY touches! Our family helped paint more than 300 wine bottles gold, which we used for centerpieces as vases for the flowers and candlesticks. We created a rag garland to hang, added glittery flags to floral straws, paint-ed wooden signs, added gold Montana touches to our toasting flutes, and made menus for the place settings. I created ‘Mr. & Mrs.’ signs for the back of our chairs. My mom sewed the Ring Bearer’s pillow with Alencon lace that matched the trim on my veil and I hand-wrote all of our invitations in fun handwriting. Since all of these projects were personally made by our loved ones and us, they helped make the wedding feel even more special and charming.”
Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “Our favorite moment of the entire day and night (in addition to the “I Do’s”) was near the end of the night when our amazing band played ‘Chasing Cars’ by Snow Patrol. After all of the day’s happenings it was a moment we had together when it felt like we were alone, living in the moment, and enjoying every second. Our day was full of happiness with a few tears, but we got a little emotional when dancing to that song.”
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The Food: Jacqueline and Jaren had food and drink as one of their main priorities when it came to planning their wedding. For cocktail hour, guest enjoyed imported and domestic cheese boards, fresh fruit platters, cold cuts and various hors d’oeuvre. For dinner, they had chicken with broccoli in a Boursin cream sauce, marinated tri-tip steak, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus with lemon and sea salt, spring greens with champagne vinaigrette and French rolls with butter. The couple’s signature drink was a huckleberry vodka and lemonade. It was perfectly refreshing for the warm summer weather.
The Sweets: “Our traditional wedding cake was funfetti with butter cream frosting, a favorite of Jaren and mine. We also had traditional Basque wedding cake (my heritage) made by my family and a traditional Norwegian cake (Jaren’s heritage) made by his family. And if that wasn’t enough, Montana-shaped sugar cookie and Bequet caramels.”
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Advice for RMB Brides: “Don’t sweat the small stuff, be organized and ask for help. I wasn’t sure how I would feel on the actual wedding day, but because I had been organized leading up to it and I had the right help in place, little went ‘wrong’ for me to worry about on my big day. However, even with all the organization and help in the world, some things will likely not go as planned, but don’t let it ruin your day. Even though the two Basque wedding cakes my family and I had made ended up collapsing before the reception began, it didn’t matter! The most important part of the day is that you’re marrying the person you love, and everything will fall into place.”
Three Words: Romantic, Magical, Heart-Warming
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BAR SERVICE Scissorbill Saloon | scissorbills.com
BRIDE’S ATTIREDress - Charlotte’s Bridal - Justin Alexander | charlottesweddings.com
Earrings - Nordstrom | nordstrom.comShoes - Jimmy Choo | nordstrom.com
Veil - Ansonia | ansoniabridalveils.comGarter - Garter Queen | etsy.com/shop/garterqueen
BRIDE & GROOM’S RING Blue Nile | bluenile.com
BRIDESMAID ATTIRE Charlotte’s Bridal - Watters | charlottesweddings.com
BUS TRANSPORTATION First Student | firststudentinc.com
CAKE Cakes by Jenn | FB: CakesByJennBozeman
CAKE TOPPER Better Off Wed | easy.com/shop/betteroffwed
CATERER Just a Taste Catering | bozemancatering.com
CEREMONY Holy Rosary Catholic Church | holyrosarybozeman.org
DAY-OF COORDINATION Primrose Event Design | FB: PrimroseEventDesign
FLORAL Lukas Trudeau Event Co | lukastrudeau.com
MENSWEAREskay Bridal | eskaybridal.com
MEN’S SHOES Nordstrom - Aldo | nordstrom.com
MEN’S ACCESSORIES The Tie Bar | thetiebar.com
GUEST BOOK Lazy Lightening Art | etsy.com/shop/lazylighteningart
HAIR Canyon River Spa | canyonriverspa.com
HONEYMOON Caymen Islands
INVITATIONS Wedding Paper Divas | weddingpaperdivas.com
LODGING Voss Inn | bozeman-vossinn.com
MAKEUP The Bride! Her sister did the ladies makeup
MUSIC Stumbling Free | stumblingfree.com
OFFICIANT Father Leo Proxell
PHOTOGRAPHY Morgan Lamare Photography | morganlamare.com
PHOTO BOOTH Big Sky Photo Booth | bigskyphotobooth.com
RECEPTION Springhill Pavilion | springhillpavilion.com
REHEARSAL DINNER The Baxter | thebaxterhotel.com
RENTALS Gallatin Event Rentals | gallatineventrental.com
TENT, DECOR, PORTABLE BAR Montana Party Rentals | montanapartyrentals.com
TRANSPORTATION Getaway Limo - Classic Limo | bozemanlimo.com
VIDEOGRAPHY Moonstone Pictures | moonstonepictures.com
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Get The Look bar n ranch & under canvas
west yellowstone
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a panoramic ceremony Bar N Ranch is just six miles from Yellowstone National Park and boasts 200 acres, stunning moun-
tain vistas and panoramic views of the Madison River. With its close proximity to the park and Under Canvas tipi tents used in place of traditional event tents, your guests will ll like they are experience the
real American West.
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technicolor tableBright and colorful Mexican blankets, used for picnic-style seating was the inspiration behind the look. We love how fresh and vibrant the colors make the table feel! The Tipi Marqui provides guests shade from the Montana sun and adds an authentic western element to dining.
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southwest sweets What could be sweeter than a southwest cake with an animal adornment! The detailed ikat pattern is almost too pretty to eat!
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beauty bliss hair studio - audrey gagnon | fb: bliss hair studio bar cart & decor world market | worldmarket.com cake whipped | whippedconfections.com decor hey day bozeman | heydaybozeman.com design & planning last best weddings | lastbestweddings.com dress plume bridal | plumebridal.com floral kirkham & co | kirkhamnco.
com invitations birdwalk press | birdwalkpress.com jewelry jewelry studio | jsjewelrystudio.com menswear revolvr menswear | revolvrmens.com photography gerry myers | gerrymyersphoto.com tipi tents yellowstone under canvas events | mtundercanvas.com venue bar n ranch | bar-n-ranch.com
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Anna & Tom pray
Anna and Tom met the first day of college at Montana State University while moving into their dorms. They were introduced by a friend’s parent who actually introduced Anna’s parents to each other back in the day! Anna and Tom became close friends immediately, but did not start dating until their senior year, despite Tom’s constant attempts over the prior three years! After graduating, Anna headed to Minnesota for Medical school, while Tom landed his dream job as a Hunting and Fishing Guide in the Beartooth Mountains, and the two began their long-distance relationship! During Anna’s third year of Medical School while on a visit to Montana, Tom planned a day trip to the mountains for some
hiking and fishing. They rode horses up to a stunning lake to enjoy some leisure with their pup, Ruby. After their picnic lunch, Tom convinced Anna to play fetch with Ruby using a tennis ball. After a few throws, Anna noticed that the ball was making noise, and to her
surprise, Tom opened the ball to reveal a ring! When thinking about where to get married, the two couldn’t think of a more beautiful place to say “I Do” than Paradise Valley! On a
gorgeous June 6th, friends and family came from all over to celebrate with Anna and Tom!
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The Theme: Anna and Tom designed a rustic elegant look for their day. Their celebration was a destination wedding for most all the guests, so they really wanted to highlight the beauty of Montana and the Paradise Valley, while still making their day an unforgettable affair. They used a color palette of dusty gray, blue, blush, cream and green accents to complete the or their grand design.
The Flowers: When it came to the floral, Anna knew she wanted beautiful blooms, and left all the details to the talented Lukas Trudeau Event Co. to create her wedding day look!
The Dress: “ Oh, I did love my dress!! I wanted something light, romantic and flowy and found all of that in my Jacinda Watters dress!”
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Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “Our vows and our guests! We wrote our own, and I love how real and meaningful they turned out. I was the most personal and emotional part of our ceremony. Many of our guests said it was the favorite part of our wedding too! Since Tom and I are from different parts of the country, getting all of our favorite people together was truly the best part of the weekend! We also had a tree planting ceremony instead of a candle or sand ceremony. The best part is that a piece of our wedding day will be planted at our new house!”
The Favorite Detail: Anna had a lot of loves when it came to her wedding day details! She was smitten with the ceremony space, looking over the Paradise Valley where Tom and her had many adventures together. She adored their wedding invitations that incorporated a friend’s photo of Paradise Valley. She loved their wedding photo wall and all the amazing things Cast Calligraphy created for the wedding day! With so much love, it’s easy to tell that Anna and Tom had an amazing day.
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The Food: “Chico Hot Springs Resort had amazing food! There were appetizers and specialty cocktails for our cocktail hour. For dinner, we did a family-style menu because I love the social aspect it brings to dining! And everyone raved about the food and how much fun they had at their tables! Guest could try a bit of everything - there was prime rib, rosemary chicken and salmon paired with garlic mash potatoes and asparagus.”
The Sweets: Anna and Tom had a fun assortment of shot-sized cupcakes from LUXE for guests to try. Anna tells us that they were a hit and went fast! Some of the fan favorites were the Southern Gentleman, Noir, Il Noce and Crème Brûlée - yum!
The First Dance: The newlywed’s danced to ‘How Sweet It Is’ by James Taylor. Anna and Tom listened to James Taylor a lot when they were falling in love, and the song was just so light and sweet that it seemed perfect for them.
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Advice for RMB Brides: “ We LOVED having our wedding at a resort because all our guests stayed there on site. This allowed us to spend a whole weekend with our guest and that was truly the most memorable part of our wedding - the time we got to spend with everyone!! There will be a hiccup or two during the day, but your guests likely won’t notice or know the difference! Pick your priorities because you can’t (well I couldn’t) invest the energy, time and money into every detail! I invested my time and money into the big priorities, and then felt comfortable delegating the other elements of the day!”
Three Words: Bluebird, Love-filled, Montana-esque!
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BEAUTYCanyon River Spa | canyonriverspa.com
BRIDE’S DRESS Bridal Accents Couture - Watters | bridalaccentscouture.com
BRIDE’S JEWELRY BHDLN | bhdln.com
BRIDE’S RING Millers Jewelry | millersjewelry-mt.com
BRIDE’S SHOES BHLDN | bhldn.com
BRIDESMAID’S ATTIRE Dessy Group Dress | dessy.com
CATERER Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
CEREMONY Field of Dreams, Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
FLOWERS Lukas Trudeau Event Co. | lukastrudeau.com
HONEYMOON Las Vegas, baby!
INVITATIONS & CALLIGRAPHYCast Calligraphy | castcalligraphy.com
LODGING Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
MENSWEAR, SHOES & ACCESSORIESThe Black Tux | theblacktux.com
MUSIC BlueJack Band | FB: BlueJackBand
PHOTOGRAPHER Lauren Brown Photography | laurenbrownphoto.com
RECEPTION SITE Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
REHEARSAL DINNER Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
RENTALS The Party Store | thepartystoremt.com
SWEETS LUXE | luxebozeman.com
WEDDING PLANNER Reed & Lee - Events & Weddings | reedandlee.com
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Dreamcatcher
Dreamcatchers, a Harley and smoky hues blended into the Montana landscape and inspired by John Mayer’s Paradise Valley album. North Sage Events cultivated
a look that combined classic Americana with an edgy, boho vibe that is as wild and free as the Big Sky State.
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rebel love Sunset kisses with a vibrant Montana sky lit up just for you - is there anything more romantic? We have fallen in love with this edgy, boho wedding day look.
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smoky blue Calligraphy, leather accents and a smoky blue pop combine to create invites that set the mood for this wild and
free Americana wedding. The rustic wood accents are a beautiful complement to the blue!
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natural & ethereal Rue de Seine’s “Cleo” gown is simply divine. The hand-embellished sleeves, hand-knotted fringe and silk satin tulip cut slip blends with the look effortlessly. Loose and wild floral, filled with texture and warm hues complete this ethereal, boho beauty.
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black & gold With the gorgeous green landscapes of Montana Wildflower Weddings, we love the dark contrast of the black candlesticks and rich gold accents. Paired with amber and burgundy blooms, the contrast captures the edgy and
wild attitude of the look.
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smoke Smokey, sultry gazes and deep purple geodes - these dark and romantic accents have us smitten for this
edgy, Americana couple.
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beauty blinc beauty bar - anja | blincbeautybar.com design & planning north sage events + design | northsageevents.com dress a & bé bridal shop | aandbebridalshop.com dream-catchers catherine rising | catherinerising.com floral mac’s floral | macsfloral.com harley built by jeff grove jewelry & native american decor buffalo chips indian arts + crafts | 406.656.8954 models michon & braydon paper birdwalk press | birdwalkpress.com photography orange photographie | orangephotographie.com rentals hutch event rentals | fb:
hutch event rentals rentals mod-vin-tique | montanawildflowerweddings.com venue montana wildflower weddings | montanawildflowerweddings.com
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Close proximity to the University of Montana | Beautiful indoor pool | Complimentary expanded continental breakfast | In-room wifi | Fair Price
Explore Campus Inn Missoula online for the events calender and to book
your stay today!campusinnmissoula.com | (800) 232-8013
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A River Runs Through It Inspired by the classic novel & film, let the Bitterroot Valley write your love story
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norman mclean made us fall in love with western montana - with its winding rivers, big skies and endless views of the rockies. there is a beauty here that takes
your breath away, and makes you want to explore it even more. the bitterroot wedding association loves this area and want to help plan your perfect day. with the
anniversary of the iconic book, turned film, what better way to highlight what the bitterroot valley can offer,
than creating wedding scenes inspired by A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT. rye creek lodge, with its view of trapper peak,
played host to this timeless love story. we invite you to be inspired and say “i do” in the bitterroot valley.
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flowing fieldsBright summer days call for a walk through a mountain meadow. With panoramic views of the Bitterroot Moun-tains to the west, the Sapphires to the east and a crystal clear river running through it all, you can’t help but be
captured by the natural beauty.
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rustic romanceTalk about a table with a view! We adore the rustic wood contrast against the soft pastel fabric and floral. Gold-rimmed glasses and chargers add a touch of glam, while the fishing creel pays homage to the Bitterrot River which flows nearby.
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butter cream & rosesBlush roses and delicate details - this cake is deliciously romantic! The lace adds a sweet touch, and the vintage white cake stand sweetly complete this classic look.
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“Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it.”- Norman Maclean
beauty kalyn halamandris | fb: kalyn at teased salon cake wedding cakes by ambrose-barton & brown | fb: wedding cakes by ambrose-barton & brown decor rentals oh so chic boutique | ohsochicmt.com decor rentals be at home antiques | barbaraeckertathome.com decor rentals vintage 44 | vintage44.com decor rentals hamilton party rentals |
hamiltonpartyrentals.net design & planning events by autumn | eventsbyautumn.com dress & veil velvet bride | velvetbride.com florist bitterroot flower shop | bitterrootflow-ershop.com menswear men’s wearhouse | menswearhouse.com models kayt & marcus model t car craig & maryann brickey paper & calligraphy happy huckleberry studios |
happyhuckleberrystudios.com photography stella kelsie photography | stellakelsiephotography.com venue rye creek lodge | ryecreeklodge.com wedding association bitterroot wedding association | bitterrootweddingassociation.com
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“Our inspiration is the Montana girl who loves silly little luxuries like dressing up her dog, going out for brunch, or sitting down to high tea, but who also loves a wild landscape, an outdoor adventure, putting her boots on instead of her pumps. She’s a beautiful blend of grace and grit. For this shoot we wanted to capture the ultimate girly luxe glamping
experience with the picturesque backdrop of the Baxter Ranch!”
- Cassie LaGreca, Better to Gather Events
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free spiritIn Montana, girls can love the best of both worlds - booze and cupcakes, antlers and pearls, tumbleweeds and garden flowers, tousled pretty friends who aren’t afraid to lay down in a field, pull over by the side of the road
and enjoy a lazy day in the sunshine. Celebrating your engagement with your favorite gals shouldn’t be any different! Do what makes your heart happy.
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wildflower wine & dining Eclectic, bright and full of sweet treats - this tablescape is a girl’s dream! We adore the mix-n-match plates
and glassware paired with the vintage adornments on the table. The gorgeous flowers capture the colors and free-spirit feeling of the day. It’s the perfect blend of woodsy and whimsy!
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chairs style for rent | fb: studio no 127 design, planning & decor better to gather events | bettertogather.com fashion paris montana | shopparismontana.com floral kirkham & co | kirkhamnco.com hair misty deleon - salon avalon | fb: salon avalon makeup blush | blushbozemanmt.com models haley, kayla, georgia, baylee, laura, tracy
photography jana graham photography | janagrahamphotography.com puppies tuesday, taco, tex, thor and rosie sweets luxe bozeman | luxebozman.com venue the baxter ranch | thebaxterhotel.com/baxter-ranch/ videography moonstone pictures | moonstonepictures.com vintage decor kim & eddy’s | fb: kim & eddy’s
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pack your bags!Whether you rent a vintage trailer and go on a little lost weekend, spend the day antiquing and exploring, go pic-nicking in the woods or dressing up and being silly together, its all about adventure! So pack a suitcase and bring
along your four-legged friend for whatever fun awaits down the road! With so much planning for a wedding, you’ll love the free nature of a trip decided on by whims!
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“True friends are like diamonds — bright, beautiful, valuable, and always in style.”- nicole richie
getaway find the perfect place to celebrate married bliss
getaway find the perfect place to celebrate married bliss
the experience seekersunder canvas, glacier
the inside story
the lodging
the perks
Glacier Under Canvas is located 7 miles from the breathtaking Glacier National Park where peaks touch the sky, glaciers move the earth, waterfalls carve the rock, and wildlife roam as freely as they always have. Once you’ve spent your day experiencing the beauty and adventure of the Park, you can return to your luxury camping tent and unwind in style. Our luxurious Glacier National Park lodging offers you the opportunity to enjoy the wild without giving up the comforts of home. This is not camping as you know it.
This is camping as it should be. Welcome to Montana glamping.
Montana vacations are not complete without sleeping under the stars. As great as that sounds, we know that can also sound like a lot of work. Instead of looking at hotels near Glacier National Park, Under Canvas invites you to check out their luxury camp. With seven adventurous options that’ll sure to please, you’ll be sure to get the full experience with Glacier Under Canvas. The Safari tents include a king sized bed and a wood burning stove that’ll set the mood for cuddling up with your honey. The Safari tents are just a short walk away from our luxury bathroom facilities, which house individual, private bathrooms. These units each have hot running water, showers, flushing toilets, sinks and spa products. In the Deluxe you can enjoy privacy, your own en suite bathroom, complete with running water and raised wood floors stretching out to a private deck with lounge chairs to share some star-gazing moments. The Suite might be the most luxurious Glacier National Park honeymoon lodging option you will find in West Glacier! Suites have all the amenities of our Deluxe tent plus a private bathroom, lounge area and a more secluded, sheltered location with amazing views! For more
information visit, undercanvas.com.
First and foremost, Glacier National Park! Experience Glacier’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, you can hike to your heart’s content. Or take a drive to the Sun Road, one of the most beautiful drives in the country. You’ll cross the Continental Divide, climb up to 7000 feet on Logan Pass and fill up your camera roll before you know it! Built in the 1930s, it’s a marvel of engineering. After the scenic drive, make sure you dig out your fishing pole and walk to the lake right next door to Camp and cast a line or explore some of the best fishing in the world within a few minutes drive. Under Canvas can also arrange for one of their local guides to take you by boat or foot to find the perfect spot. Complete your Montana getaway with a
romantic horseback ride at sunset!
WhitefishM O N TA N A
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With one of the best views of Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest, Whitefish offers a little bit of everything for the adventurous. Chill out with a locally brewed craft beer after visiting a history-filled museum, or attend one of the local festivals and experience the art and craft offerings of Whitefish. Of course, you can also enjoy the Rocky Mountain
slopes at the nearby ski resort!
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Beaver Lakes TraiLhead
A quick drive from town, Beaver Lakes has beautiful forests and unspoiled waters, where you can retreat to fish, hike and camp. With more than seven lakes to explore and many vistas to seek, you will see the
beauty of Whitefish!
hidden Moose Lodge
At Hidden Moose Lodge, you’ll find some of the best golfing, skiing, hiking, rafting, fishing all right outside the front door. Inspired by the rustic and rugged history of Montana, Hidden Moose Lodge is your perfect relaxing retreat that’ll make you feel right at home!
sweeT Peaks ice creaM
Made from with ingredients from local farms. “Sweet Peaks Ice Cream strives to make their part of the world just a little happier and a little sweeter with
every scoop.”
sTuMPTown ice den
Hang out on this ice and play a game of hockey while taking a break from your outdoor activities.
whiTefish Lake sTaTe Park
A secluded woodland beach, perfect for camping, swimming and boating!
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Whitefish Mountain Resort offers fun for each season. Bundle up and ski to your heart’s content with 5 terrain parks! In the warmer seasons, there are zip line tours, the Alpine slide, walking in the treetops,
mountain biking and an Aerial Adventure park!
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12+ mon t hs
Determine a budget
Gather ideas & inspiration
Choose a date & location
Choose your bridal party
Begin creating a guest list
Hire a wedding planner
Design a fun wedding website
Research marriage requirements
4–6 mon t hs
Reserve rental items
Order wedding cake and/or desserts
Get groom & groomsmen fitted
Purchase wedding rings
Order invitations & other stationery
Reserve a room block for out-of-towners
Plan your honeymoon & apply for any passports
2–4 mon t hs
Plan fun group activities for guests
Plan a hair & makeup trial run
Book rehearsal dinner
Begin wedding dress alterations
Finalize menu & flowers
Give vendors a first draft event schedule
Send out formal invitations (Mail out invita-tions 6-8 weeks before wedding day)
6–9 mon t hs
Select a photographer
Have engagement photos taken
Finalize guest list
Send out Save-the-Dates
Pick a caterer
Select a florist
Select a DJ or band
Appoint an officiant
Purchase your wedding dress
Decide on bridal party attire
Register for gifts
Decide on color palette & style of wedding
1–2 mon t hs
Pick up wedding rings
Purchase wedding attire accessories
Schedule final dress fitting
Purchase wedding weekend attire
Schedule spa services for bridesmaids
Finalize event schedule
Confirm bridesmaids’ & groomsmen attire & gifts
Confirm photo list with photographer
Create guest favors & welcome bags
Finalize rehearsal dinner & mail out invitations
Enjoy a bachelorette weekend with the girls
24 hours
Confirm all details with planner & officiant
Drop off welcome bags to lodging
Create vendor check & tip envelopes
4 week countdown
Obtain a marriage license
Pack for your honeymoon
Break in your wedding shoes
Confirm transportation & travel
Confirm all wedding details with vendors
Provide final guest count to caterer
Create final seating chart & escort cards
Send timeline & contact info to the bridal party
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Indulgence Beauty Bar is your one-stop shop for makeup, hair, facials, spray tans, etc. We will make your wedding day easy, breezy and oh so beautiful, like you!
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Labellum is a contemporary flower boutique in Bozeman, MT…by way of New York, Paris and Los Angeles. Our style combines hip and modern with the natural elegance the flowers provide us. We love mixing natural elements and incorporating rich textures into our work. With artistry and imagination, each arrangement is as unique as our clients. We design chic and original creations to inspire everyone at your wedding or event.
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jessemoorephotography.com
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Hello! I am a Montana based wedding photographer, specializing in genuine expression, beautiful lighting and creating images that are at the same time current and classic. I love keeping things real, comfortable and fun, and being there for the moments that define relationships. Focusing on what makes you unique and your relationships beautiful is the key for me and this is why I love what I do.
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paigemariephotography.com
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I love photographing the affection, commitment, and joy between two people. I promise to capture your wedding day through hundreds of unforgettable snapshots. I strive to connect with my clients on a personal level, create the best photos for each couple’s personality, and deliver the best quality product. With Paige Marie Photography, you’re not only getting a photographer, but also a friend! Please let me share my passion and experience with you.
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stellakelsiephotography.com
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Stella – a hopeless romantic with a camera and a passion. Inspired by dreamy light, soft petals, and old love letters written in ink. Photographing lovers in the mountains of Montana and beyond.
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moonstonepictures.com
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We are filmmakers who have taken our years of experience and added weddings to our body of work. It’s the most fun and some of the most rewarding work we do. We love that every wedding is unique, so we make it our goal to find and capture those wonderful elements that define each couple. We also stay behind the scenes so you may never even notice we’re there. Based in Montana but traveling everywhere!
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Accommodations
320 Guest Ranch | 320ranch.comArtful Lodger | artfullodgermontana.comCampus Inn | campusinnmissoula.com
Chico Hot Springs & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.comHampton Inn & Suites | hamptoninn3.hilton.comHilton Garden Inn | hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com
Homewood Suites | homewoodsuites.comGlacier County Montana | glaciermt.com
Glacier Under Canvas | glacierundercanvas.comGreat Northern Resort, Glacier Park Weddings
glacierparkweddings.comSt. Regis Princeville Resort | stregisprinceville.com
Voss Inn | bozeman-vossinn.com
Beauty
Allison LeProwse | 406.529.2038 Blinc Beauty Bar | blincbeautybar.comBliss Hair Studio | FB: Bliss Hair Studio
Blush | blushbozemanmt.comBoom Swagger Salon | boomswaggersalon.com
Canyon River Spa | canyonriverspa.comChristina Stevens, CS Bridal Styling | csbridalstyling.com
Indulgence | indulgencemontana.comTeased Salon - Kalyn Halamandris | FB: Teased Salon
Lizzy Campbell | 406-579-1928Raj Salon | FB: rajsalon
Salon Avalon | FB: Salon AvalonSkin Chic | skinchic.com
Drinks
Flathead Lake Brewing Co | flatheadlakebrewing.comScissorbill Saloon | scissorbills.com
The Bacchus Pub | bacchuspubbozeman.com
Fashion
a & bé bridal shop | aandbebridalshop.comAfter 5 & Weddings | after5andweddings.com
Allure Bridal | allurebridals.comAnsonia | ansoniabridalveils.com
BHLDN | bhldn.comBella Bridesmaids - Joanna August | bellabridesmaids.com
Belles & Lace Bridal | bellesandlace.com Bridal Accents Couture - Watters | bridalaccentscouture.com
Browning Heard Boots | tejasreserve.comCharlotte’s Bridal - Justin Alexander | charlottesweddings.com
Dessy Group Dress | dessy.comEskay Bridal | eskaybridal.com
J Scott Couture Bridal | jscottcouture.comJimmy Choo | nordstrom.com
Love Shack Fancy | loveshackfancy.comMarisa | marisabridals.com
Men’s Wearhouse | mensearhouse.comMimi’s Bridal | mimisbridal.netNordstrom | nordstrom.com
Paris Montana | shopparismontana.comPersnickety Formal Wear | persnicketyformalwear.com
Plum Pretty Sugar | plumprettysugar.comPlume Bridal | plumebridal.com
Revolvr Menswear | revolvrmens.comSiljie McHugh | siljemcq.com
Ted Baker | tedbaker.com
The Black Tux | theblacktux.comThe Tie Bar | thetiebar.com
Tom’s Wedding Collection | toms.comVelvet Bride | velvetbride.com
Flowers
Bitterroot Flower Shop | bitterrootflowershop.comConrad Floral | conradfloralweddings.com
Habitat Floral Studio | habitatfloralstudio.comKirkham & Company | kirkhamnco.com
Labellum | lebellumflowers.com Lukas Trudeau Event Co | lukastrudeau.com
Mac’s Floral | macsfloral.comMum’s Flowers | mumsflowersonline.comMy Viola Floral Studio | myviolafloral.com
Gifts & Jewelry
Better Off Wed | easy.com/shop/betteroffwedBlue Nile | bluenile.com
Buffalo Chips Indian Arts + Crafts | 406.656.8954Catherine Rising | catherinerising.com
êclectique creations | etsy.com/shop/shopeclectiqueGarter Queen | etsy.com/shop/garterqueen
Hattie Rex | hattie-rex.comHey Day Bozeman | heydaybozeman.com
Jewelry Studio | jsjewelrystudio.comLazy Lightening Art | etsy.com/shop/lazylighteningart
Meriwether of Montana | mwmade.comMillers Jewelry | millersjewelry-mt.com
Montana Art Spot | etsy.com/shop/montanaartspotOh So Chic Boutique | ohsochicmt.com
The Gem Gallery | gemgallery.comThe Mrs Box | themrsbox.com
White Antler Flowers | etsy.com/shop/whiteantlerflowersWorld Market | worldmarket.com
Zales | zales.com
More
Allen & Diane Lake | starfireministries.orgBitterroot Wedding Association
bitterrootweddingassociation.comGlacier County Montana | glaciermt.com
Holy Rosary Catholic Church | holyrosarybozeman.orgMontana Made Wedding Fair | montanamadewedding.com
Music
B&T Sound Production | btsoundproductions.comBlueJack Band | FB: BlueJackBand
Stumbling Free | stumblingfree.comThe Tiny Band | thetinyband.com
Tucker Down | FB: tuckerdownmusic
Paper
Amber Blazina | amberblazina.comBirdwalk Press | birdwalkpress.com
Cast Calligraphy | castcalligraphy.comHappy Huckleberry Studios | happyhuckleberrystudios.com
Lady Lewton Calligraphy and Design | ladylewton.comMinted | minted.com
Noteworthy Paper & Press | noteworthypaperandpress.comThe Find Sac | thefindsac.com
Wedding Paper Divas | weddingpaperdivas.com
Photos
Archer Messenger | archermessenger.com Better to Gather Events | bettertogather.comBig Sky Photo Booth | bigskyphotobooth.com
Brian Powers | bpowphoto.comChristine Pienaar Photography
christinepienaarphotography.comFaces Photography | faces-photo.com
Fran Ze Photography | franzephotography.comFRESH Photography | freshphotos.caGerry Myers | gerrymyersphoto.com
Green Blossom Photography | greenblossomphotography.comJana Graham Photography | janagrahamphotography.comJenny Losee Photography | jennyloseephotography.com
KC Kreit Photography | kckreitphotography.comKelly Kirksey Photography | kellykirkseyphotography.com
Larry Stanley | larrystanleyphotography.comLauren Brown Photography | laurenbrownphoto.comMorgan Lamare Photography | morganlamare.comOrange Photographie | orangephotographie.com
Rene Tate Photography | renetate.comRyan Flynn Photography | ryanflynnphotography.net
Sarah Hays Photography | haysphoto.comShanna Mae Photography | shannamaephotography.comStella Kelsie Photography | stellakelsiephotography.com
Votive Photography | votive photography.com
Planning
Events by Autumn | eventsbyautumn.comJennifer Goff Designs & Events | jennifergoffdesigns.comKelsey Motes-Conner, Field: A Wedding Design Studio
fieldweddingstudio.comLast Best Weddings | lastbestweddings.com
Lauren Caselli Events | laurencaselli.comLukas Trudeau Event Co | lukastrudeau.com
North Sage Events + Design | northsageevents.comPrimrose Event Design | FB: PrimroseEventDesign
Reed & Lee - Events & Weddings | reedandlee.com
Rentals
Be At Home Antiques | barbaraeckertathome.comEmpress Tents and Events | empresstentsevents.com
Gallatin Event Rentals | gallatineventrental.comHamilton Party Rentals | hamiltonpartyrentals.net
Kim & Eddy’s | FB: Kim & Eddy’sMod-vin-tique | montanawildflowerweddings.comMontana Party Rentals | montanapartyrentals.com
Oh So Chic Boutique | ohsochicmt.comThe Party Store | thepartystoremt.com
Vintage 44 | vintage44.comYellowstone Under Canvas Events | mtundercanvas.com
Savory
A Moveable Feast | amoveablefeastmissoula.comChico Hot Springs & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.com
John Bozeman’s Bistro | johnbozemansbistro.comJust a Taste Catering | bozemancatering.com
Plonk Missoula | plonkwine.comRiversong Gourmet | riversonggourmet.com
Ryan LaFoley | lafoleyoven.comThe Emerson Grill | emersongrill.com
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Sweet
Cakes by Jenn | FB: CakesByJennBozemanElle’s Belles | ellesbelles.com
Luxe Bozeman | luxebozman.comMiss Pattiecakes | misspattiecakes.com
Sweet Notions | vintagewhitesweddings.comWedding Cakes by Ambrose-Barton & Brown
FB: Wedding Cakes by Ambrose-Barton & BrownWhipped | whippedconfections.com
Transportation
Classic Limo | classiclimos.comFirst Student | firststudentinc.com
Karst Stage | karststage.com
Venue
320 Guest Ranch | 320ranch.comAverill’s Flathead Lake Lodge | flatheadlakelodge.com
Bar n Ranch | bar-n-ranch.comBucks T-4 | buckst4.com
Chico Hot Springs & Day Spa | chicohotsprings.comGlacier County Montana | glaciermt.com
Great Northern Resort, Glacier Park Weddings | glacierparkweddings.comMontana Wildflower Weddings | montanawildflowerweddings.com
Plonk Missoula | plonkwine.comRainbow Ranch Lodge | rainbowranchbigsky.com
Red Lodge Mountain Golf Course | redlodgemountain.comRye Creek Lodge | ryecreeklodge.com
Springhill Pavilion | springhillpavilion.comThe Baxter | thebaxterhotel.com
The Baxter Ranch | thebaxterhotel.com/baxter-ranchThe Resort at Paws Up | pawsup.com
Under Canvas Events | undercanvasevents.com
Video
Engle Videography | englevideography.comMoonstone Pictures | moonstonepictures.com
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