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Breathtaking views for the day that takes your breath away.

Choose from three amazing outdoor venues offering unmatched

Teton views. Featuring specialized menus complemented by a

unique wine list, and a professional staff eager to make you smile.

For the wedding you’ve always dreamed of, please contact

Steve Cole at [email protected] or 307.733.7787 to learn more.



Teepee Taleserin & chad say i do, jackson style

Tulle & Texturethe rmb 2015 gown guide

City Center discover the urban side of jackson hole

A Rendezvous Retreatwine and dine in the meadow at turpin

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the northeast39 Sarah & Joe, sheridan45 Meaghen & Michael, casper

the south73 Michele & Derek, laramie 78 Get The Look - Cheyenne Train Depot

in every issue 8 Editor’s Letter & The Insider Look 107 RMB Wedding Day Organizer110 The Wyoming Marketplace

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wyoming finds14 Wyoming Adventures 16 Registry Styles 22 Clink & Cheers - Signature Bubbles

style & beauty52 Tulle & Texture - The RMB Gown Guide 63 The Gent’s Guide - Weddington Way68 Precious Metal

inspiration80 City Center 92 A Rendezvous Retreat

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What a 2015! The people, places and brides we have met who live and love Wyoming has been amazing. When RMB is on the road, we find ourselves chatting with people whose hearts are in this great state, and it makes us swoon with excitement.

After becoming close to those we work with and seeing so much of what the state has to offer we get to enjoy watching as others go through the same moments of amazement. We were part of the Rendevzous Retreat this past June, put together by the talented Carrie Patterson Photography. Around 15 talented women were gathered in a field and we saw in each of them the joy of experiencing the beauty around them. For most, this was their first time in Wyoming, it was wonderful to see their faces light up at the Teton sunset and imagine how beautiful our wedding here our.

This fall and winter magazine was put together with the idea that Wyoming is an amazingly beautiful state with so much to offer brides! Our Jackson Hole shoot highlighted the emerging urban culture in an iconic western town, and to seek out the unexpected! The top of a parking garage ended up boasting the best 360 view of Jackson! We at RMB are so excited to share these stories and ideas with you, and to help you fall in love with Wyoming for your wedding destination.

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behind the scenes

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fall cover hannah hardaway

“It was a celebration of our union, the joining of our families, friends and the US of A through BBQ, barn dance, band, bonfire, mountains and whiskey. As a Washington

apple, it was important for me to celebrate the agriculture that is so vital to both Washington State and Georgia, where my fiancé is from. I graduated from Wash-ington State University and we are also both graduates of the Ag College at the

University of Georgia. Our wedding had many personal elements (which was very hard since we now live in Singapore). It took the help of every guest, especially our

family, to pull it off. I can honestly say, it was the best day of my life.”

-Mo & Luke, married 7-4-15

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“I had always wanted a beach wedding, but when I started dating a rancher from Texas, I knew that my sandy dream would never be a realistic option with his busy summer schedule. If it was going to be a

winter wedding, it just had to be Jackson, Wyoming. He had taken me there for my birthday in July and I fell in love with everything about the town...the breath-taking views, wild animals, the great food, amazing weather, and the people. It made perfect sense to get married to the man of my dreams in a place so magical. It was the most beautiful, intimate and romantic day of my life, spent with the most incredible

people. I wouldn’t trade my Jackson winter wedding for any beach in the world.”

-Madison & Garrett, married 11-15-14

winter cover katy gray photography

beauty frosT saLon | fb: frosT saLon catering bisTro caTering | bisTrocaTering.neT dress sarah seven | sarahseven.com film lab phoTovision | phoTovisionprinTs.com floral fLowers, eTc | fLowerseTcdumas.com officiant ray mcdanieL photography kaTy gray phoTography | kaTygray.com

venue rango aLegre | ranchoaLegre.com video moonsTone picTures | moonsTonepicTures.com


Located in Jackson, WyomingContact us to set up Your consultation307.739.4646 | ChampuSalonJH.comView our Bridal Portfolio online

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wyomingFinds a curated collection of local wedding ideas, products, shops, and

restaurants we love

we at rmb love a western adventure, so here are our top seven wyoming musts!

gifts: made jackson hole | madejacksonhole.com

climb devils towernps.gov/deto/index.htm

raft the snake rivermad-river.com

hike in the tetonsnps.gov/grte

sail across yellowstone lake yellowstonenationalparklodges.com

horseback ride through thebitterroot mountainsbitterrootranch.com

fly fishing in north fork country northforkanglers.com

experience cheyenne frontier days cfdrodeo.com

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t h e e n t e r ta i n e r s

For the couple who loves to host, wow your guests with a cheese and Wyoming Whiskey tasting night.

menu Cheese + Honey paired with roasted nuts, almonds

and mini toast

reg is ter Slate Cheese Board & Flat Handle Spreader

Crate & Barrel | crateandbarrel.comThe Kings County Distillery: Whiskey Notes:

Tasting and Distilling LogbookBarnes & Noble | barnesandnoble.com

Wooden Mini Bowls World Market | worldmarket.com

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Pies, cupcakes and bread - for the couple who loves to bake up sweet treats and fresh fare.

b a ke Huckleberries are native to Wyoming and are the perfect

filling for a Sunday pie!

reg is ter Large French Wire Whisk, 12”Oak Chopping Block, Medium

Crate and Barrel | crateandbarrel.com Ceramic Measuring Cups

Kitchen Towel & Egg HolderWorld Market | worldmarket.com

Wyoming Find - Dowd House Studios Spoon Rest etsy.com/ca/shop/DowdHouseStudios

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For the couple with a green thumb. Spend your Saturday morning with a shovel and flowers, cre-

ating the perfect summer garden together.

g rowThe Indian Paintbrush is the state’s national flower

and is native to Wyoming.

reg is ter Smith & Hawkin Tan Hat & Gardening Tools

Target | target.com Gardening GlovesLowes | lowes.com

Wyoming Find - ModBloQ Micro Square Modern

Concrete Planteretsy.com/ca/shop/modBloQ

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For the foodie couple. Spend a Friday night creating new recipes and memories together!

co okBe inspired by Wyoming cuisine. Your local farmer’s market is a great place to pick up produce and ideas for your dinner.

reg is ter Wooden Cutting Board - Crate & Barrel | crateandbarrel.com

Ceramic Cartons - Pier 1 Imports | pier1.com Taste of Wyoming Cookbook

Barnes & Noble | barnesandnoble.com

Wyoming Find - New West Knife Works G-Fusion 9” Chef Knifenewwestknifeworks.com

Wyoming Find - Wyoming Dish Towl from Mademadejacksonhole.com

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Clink & Cheerss ignature bubbles

make the toasts at your wed-ding a festive affair. treat your guests to a bubbly treat while listening to your closest friends and family congratulate you on your marriage, happiness and love!

Peach, Blackberry and Mint Fizz

1 peach slice3 blackberries1 mint sprig

Your favorite Champagne or bubbly wine

In a flute, add blackberries, bubbles, and freshly-crushed mint. Top with a peach slice. Flutes from World Market | worldmarket.com


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Erin & Chad moose

Erin and Chad met at a winter bonfire at Chad’s house in Etna. Sparks flew that night and the two became inseparable. Around a year and a half later, Erin and Chad planned a trip back to Washington State, where Erin grew up, to visit the San Juan

Islands. Chad thought this would be the perfect time to propose, so with the help of her lifelong-friend Sarah, they planned the proposal for Reube Tart Park. They were seal watching when Chad asked Erin to walk up the hill to “spot the seals better.”

Erin declined, as she was wearing heels, but Chad finally got her to come with him, and when she turned around, he was on one knee with his mother’s ring, which he

had redesigned. The two planned an August 30th western soiree for their friends and family, complete with a huge teepee reception tent and cowbell-clad grand exit!


The Theme: Being Jackson natives, Erin and Chad chose a rustic, mountain-chic wedding design. They used the incredible Teton backdrop, a fabulous teepee event tent and a natural color palette mixed with metal hues to create their look.

The Dress: “I tried on every dress in Southern California with my mom and sister and picked the first one I tried on in Camarillo, CA. I wanted lace. It was a beautiful, delicate ivory lace with a champagne-colored underlay. I’m short and accustomed to wearing short lengths. So, I changed into a short Nicole Miller ivory lace dress later in the night when we cut the cake.”

The Flowers: When it came to the floral, Erin had an idea of colors and textures she wanted. She told her florist, Fleur de V, that she loves sage, lavender and succulents mixed with leather, and with that she ended up with a look she loved. Hop vines, a mix of white and taupe roses, wax flower, scabiosa, wild grasses, sage leaves, white zinnias and succulents were used in the wedding design.


The Favorite Detail: “Impossible to choose one! My top 5: the historic chapel on Jackson Lake, the band, delicious food, teepee tents, and every-thing designed and printed by Bird and Buffalo!”

The Food: Erin and Chad still rave about the food from Bistro Catering! For cocktail hour, guests noshed on marinated venison beef skewers, Mead Ranch beef tartare on homemade potato chips, smoked salmon potato latkes, cheddar shortbread with country ham and apple chutney, and pan roasted shishito peppers. Dinner was served family style and consisted of crusted beef tenderloin and chicken-fried chicken (the couple’s favorite!), paired with caesar salad, twice-baked potatoes, mac and cheese, and cheddar biscuits.

Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “We had envisioned a beautiful Jackson Hole summer day. Mother nature gave us weather. During the blast of thunder and lightning during our ceremony, Fr. Randy was standing at the altar and looked over at us and said, ‘listen, the angels are clapping!’ It was perfect timing and made everyone laugh.”


The Sweets: “Our favorite part of planning: the cake tasting! Persephone Bakery did an amazing job. We picked red velvet cake that looked like a rustic Aspen tree on the outside. It was incredible. Persephone also made s’mores for guests to take with them at the end of the night.”

Advice for RMB Brides: “Have a solid weather backup plan for every aspect of your day. “

Three Words: Rustic, Intimate, Festive


color palette

Beauty A Day of Beauty by Leslee Ann | lesleeanne.comBride’s dress Camarillo Bridal - Maggie Sotero | camarillo-bridal.com

Bride’s reception dress Nicole Miller - “Cut the Cake” | nicolemiller.comBride’s engagement ring Family Heirloom - Groom’s Mother’s

Bride’s Wedding Band J.C. Jewelers | jcjewelers.com Bride’s shoes Jimmy Choo | jimmychoo.com

Bridesmaids’ attire Bella Bridesmaid - Monique Lhuillier | bellabridesmaids.comBridesmaids’ + Bride shoes Vintage Jackson Wyoming

FB: Vintage Jackson Wyomingcaterer Bistro Catering | bistrocatering.net

ceremony Chapel of the Sacred Heart | olmcatholic.orgceremony music Family friends of the bride from on strings and vocals

Montana and Oregonchina Wyoming Party Rentals | montanapartyrentals.com

Floral Fleur de V | fleurdevevents.comFurniture Hunter Gatherer | huntergathererjacksonhole.com

groom’s Wedding Band Dan Shelley Jewelers | danshelley.com groomsmen’s coWBoy hats Jackson Hole Hat Company | jhhatco.com

horns & hides Family Heirlooms from the Groomlinens La Tavola | latavolalinen.com

live cocktail hour music PTO | FB: BluegrassJacksonHolelodging The Wort Hotel | worthotel.comlodging The Parkway Inn | parkwayinn.com

lodging Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole | rusticinnatjh.comoFFiciant Fr. Randy Oswald | olmcatholic.org

paper & signs Bird and Buffalo | birdandbuffalo.comphotography Shane Macomber Photography | shanemacomber.com

reception Moosehead Ranch | mooseheadranch.comreception music Bootleg Flyer featuring the Miller Sisters | bootlegflyer.com

rehearsal dinner Gray Barn | snakeriverranch.netrehearsal dinner music Wood Smoke Rising | woodsmokerising.com

sWeets Persephone Bakery | persephonebakery.comtaBles & chairs Canvas Unlimited | canvasunlimited.com

teepee tents & Bathrooms Under Canvas Events | undercanvasevents.comtransportation Driver Provider | driverprovider.com

transportation - getaWay car Groom’s Grandpa’s 69’ Chevy (fun sendoff with everyone ringing cow bells!)

veil Nicole Miller | nicolemiller.com Wedding planner Simply Grand Events | simplygrandevent.com


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Karissa & Kelly jackson

Karissa and Kelly call Jackson their home - Karissa owns Apres Visuals, and Kelly manages Cabin & Co.

The two met when Dustin, a mutual friend, invited his “friend Kelly” to Vail on Karissa’s family ski trip. After a day full of “ski flirting” and catching each other’s

eye, they began a two-and-a-half years, cross-country courtship where Kelly stood by Karissa’s side as she started her first corporate job across the country,

dealt with the immeasurable grief of losing her little brother Michael, and surviving a life-threatening

mountain bike accident. Kelly proposed on Christmas day 2013 in front of all the people he holds dear, and the two set out to plan a fabulous fall wedding. On September 20th, Karissa and Kelly celebrated their love for each other in true Jackson style. We are so excited and honored to share their wedding day!

Congrats!! xoxo, The RMB Team


The Theme: Working in the wedding industry, Karissa had oodles of ideas for her special day, so she decided to let Kendra with Simply Grand Events create her dream fall wedding, The couple wanted their day to have unexpected details of fall and within the color wheels of lavender, plum, burgundy and champagne. Kendra, along with Lauren from Someday Soon Events planned the whole design and the couple got to see it for the first time that day - talk about a first look!

The Dress: Karissa went on the hunt for her dream gown in Denver, then San Diego, where she found a lovely white dress she thought she loved. After seeing it again in alterations and trying to convince herself that she loved it, it, she found the confidence to sell it two weeks before the wedding in order to find a dress that truly reflected her vision. Karissa ordered six gowns from BHLDN, had her girlfriends come over, and they spent the night sipping champagne and trying on dresses. They chose the last one, a stunning blush-corseted gown with a big tulle skirt! She had a heart sewn in the inside of her skirt in rememberence of her brother.

The Flowers: “For the ceremony, our good friend created planters out of the barn wood from the old fence behind our house to line the entire aisle. Lauren filled the planters with wild Wyoming grasses. She also designed the bouquets, boutonnieres, and flower arrangements all without my knowledge, as it was part of the surprise! We loved the wild and natural elements she chose and the unexpected flowers, rich fruits and vegetables. My sister and dad collected fall leaves and attached them to the programs we made, and as Kelly and I walked back down the aisle, our guests threw the leaves. It was such an incredible moment.”


The Favorite Detail: “My favorite detail would have to be all the detail for and time we focused on the ceremony. We wanted the ceremony to be personal and a testament to the love we have for our families, friends, and for each other. We incorporated the memory of my younger brother in many special and subtle ways - his t-shirt was sewn into my dress, my sister performed the Celtic hand fasting ceremony and wrapped our hands in woven strands of his favorite t-shirt, and we walked back down the aisle to one of his favorite songs, “Send Me On My Way” by Rusted Root. Kelly and I pieced together and wrote the ceremony, which my uncle officiated; he even wrote his own piece, which he kept as a surprise. Our siblings and best friends recited special readings as a tribute to our families. We kept our vows as a surprise to each other and reciting them made the ceremony truly unforgettable for both of us.”

The Food: Café Genevieve served up a divine family-style dinner for guests. Karissa loves chicken, beef and salmon - to this day, she can’t decide which is her favorite, so she served all three on her wedding day!

The Sweets: Karissa chose chococlate chip cookies as her sweet treat! She paired them with a dessert bar filled with macaroons and cupcakes!

Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “Picking a favorite moment would be difficult. Kelly’s vows, walking back down the aisle with yellow leaves falling all around us, our family’s toasts, our first and last dance were all pretty magical, but I think my favorite might be how thoughtful Kelly had been with organizing where we would stay the night of our wedding. Kelly and I exited to an exciting sparkler dis-play, and then he whisked me away in a golf cart to a glamping tent he organized with his company. I didn’t know what to expect when he suggested we camp close by the wedding site, and I couldn’t be-lieve how beautiful it all was. Sitting on the floor of a huge, beautiful, glowing tent drinking champagne with him and recounting the night was so fun. We just couldn’t believe how well it had all gone. Waking up to sit outside in the big, comfy outdoor chairs to look out over the Snake River while also sipping coffee the next morning was unforgettable.”


Advice for RMB Brides: “There are three things you need to have for a wedding: a groom, an officiant and a dress. For Kelly and I, in addition to those things, we chose to focus on the ceremony, how to incorporate our families, and having great local vendors we could trust to do what they do well. For the week-end we did our best to be in the moment and have so much fun. Everyone will follow your lead: if you are having a great time, everyone else will as well.”

Three Words: Personal, Unexpected, Genuine


Bride’s dress BHLDN l bhldn.comBride’s JeWelry Mom’s diamonds with Etsy diamond jackets from Silly Shiny

Diamonds | sillyshiny.etsy.comBride’s shoes Nordstrom | nordstrom.com

Bridesmaids’ attire Bill Levkoff | billlevkoff.comBridesmaids’ JeWelry Padgett Hoke | padgetthoke.com

caterer Café Genevieve | genevievejh.comFloWers Lauren Thompson, Someday Soon Flowers | somedaysoonflowers.com

groom’s attire Banana Republic | bananarepublic.comgroomsmen’s shoes johnsTon & Murphy | johnstonmurphy.com

groomsmen’s accessories J. Crew l jcrew.comhair Shara Buday, Champu Salon l champusalonjh.com

invitations Bride’s sister!lodging Cabin & Company Vacation Rentals l cabinandcompany.com

makeup Bernadette, Frost Salon l FB: Frost Salonmusic Whiskey Mornin l whiskeymornin.com

oFFiciant Bride’s unclephotography Ashley Merrit Photography | ashleymerrittphotography.com

rehearsal dinner The Big House l Private Residencerentals Canvas Unlimited | canvasunlimited.com

honeymoon Roadtrip - Glacier, Banff, and Jasper National ParkssWeets Persephone Bakery l persephonebakery.comvenue Snake River Sporting Club l srsportingclub.com

Wedding consultant Simply Grand Events | simplygrandevent.com

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the northeast

sarah & joe - evan sowder photography


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Sarah & Joe sheridan

Sarah and Joe met in 2007 while attending Augsburg College, a small school nestled in the big city of Minne-apolis. After meeting at a social event, their relationship quickly grew into a connection of deep understanding and love. Before they knew it, they were planning their dream wedding in Wyoming - a place that both Joe and Sarah love. They became husband and wife on July 14th,

and celebrated with their closest friends and family!

sarah & joe - evan sowder photography


The Theme: Sarah and Joe planned a formal, pure white wedding with French Baroque adornments. The gents wore black and the ladies wore shades of metallic neutrals.

The Dress: “I always envisioned myself in a highly embellished dress because I love sparkle! The first dress I chose was a large, princess, tulle dress with no embellishment at all. It was the first dress I tried on and I felt so beautiful and happy - I didn’t want to take it off ! It was a wonderful moment, one I will not soon forget.”

The Flowers: The couple chose ivory roses to create their white, whimsey wedding. Sarah loves the elegance and timelessness of roses and these qualities helped to capture the formal theme of the ceremony. Her bouquet was custom made and incorporated her deceased father’s sapphire class ring and maternal grandmother’s blue jeweled necklace. Sarah tells us that “it was so special to run my finger through my father’s class ring during the ceremony. It comforted me that he was there and part of our special day.”


The Favorite Detail: “Most brides dream of their father walking them down the aisle and giving them away. That dream of mine was set to rest when my father passed away in 2009. My favorite wedding detail was the love and support provided to me by the men who most embodied the spirit and love of my father. I was honored to be walked down the aisle by two of his best friends, and two of the most influential men in my life, Marcus York and Steve Consoer.”

The Sweets: Sarah and Joe had a three-tiered white cake with satin ivory ribbon and cascading ivory roses. Sarah tells us that it was absolute-ly beautiful and what she had always dreamed of! Guests also got to enjoy gourmet chocolate cupcakes, a sweet treats bar, and a gourmet custom s’mores bar with individually arranged combinations that were special to the bride and groom.

The Food: Sarah and Joe made sure their guests received the black tie treatment at their wedding! Once entering the Manor, guest were welcomed with champagne while waiting for the ceremony. Cocktail hour featured the couple’s favorite salmon dish from The Jersey Lily, located in Montana. For dinner, they served grilled-to-order steak, asparagus, and a salad recipe from a lifelong family friend. The steak was garnished with béarnaise and mushrooms while asparagus was topped with grilled sliced almonds.

Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “The change that occurred once we said I do. With those words, we became a family. There was an enchanting, lifelong peace granted to us in that moment.”


Advice for RMB Brides: “My advice to all Rocky Mountain Brides, the wedding is the beginning of something larger. During the months leading up to your wedding, it can be easy to become consumed by the stress of the big day. Focus on the commitment you are making. Make your day as beautiful as the marriage you are committing to and you cannot go wrong. May your wedding be all you’ve dreamed of and your marriage much more. “

Three Words: Romantic, Serene, Timeless


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Bride’s dress The Wedding Shoppe - Mori Lee | weddingshoppeinc.cominvites Hand Made by the Bride & Groom

Bridesmaids’ attire Their choice!caterer Killy’s Deli | killys.warehousemkt.com

cake Cakes by Rusty | FB: Rustys CakesFloral Diana York, Marcella York, Christina Hagerman - Roses purchased from

Safeway | safeway.comchina & linens China and custom made linens from Diana YorkBride’s ring Wedding Day Jewelers | weddingdaydiamonds.com

groom’s ring Custom made Wyoming State Quarter pounded into a ringgroom’s accessories Custom Wyoming State Quarter Cuff Links

lodging Spear-O-Wigwam Dude Ranch | sheridan.edu/site/spearowigwam/mensWear Knights Chamber | knightschamber.net

hair Philosophy Hair Studio | philosophyhairstudio.commakeup Bride!

music Pianist Karen Schubert of Wyoming & Bag Pipes Robert WyattoFFiciant Matthew Dunn, Ph.D from University of California, Riverside

photography Evan Sowder | evansowder.comrehearsal dinner Powder River Pizza | powderriverpizza.com

rentals Weddings & Events by Ashley Marie | ashleymarieweddings.comvideo Evan Sowder | evansowder.comveil Custom made by Lori Wheatcroft

venue Mountain Manor (private cabin of the York’s)Wedding planner Marcella York of Over the Moon Boutique

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Meaghen & Michael casper

Meaghen and Michael’s love story began in high school. The summer before Michael left to attend the University

of Wyoming, the two re-connnected and fell in love. A few years later, Michael rented out the top floors of the Clock Tower in downtown Denver for the night and proposed

to Meaghen on her 21st birthday. Being from Casper, they couldn’t think of a better place to celebrate their love with friends and family! The two planned their backyard soiree for June 14th - complete with all the people they love and

one heck of a dance party!


The Theme: Meaghen and Michael planned a shabby-chic, backyard BBQ wedding. They worked with a palette of peach, coral, and mint to create their bright and beautiful day.

The Dress: “Lace, lace, lace. That was my only criteria and I found the perfect one. Open in the back, ivory in color to have a rustic feeling, and and I wanted sleeves so there would be no issues while dancing. When I added the veil and belt, it was absolute perfection.”

The Flowers: Roses, baby breath, dusty miller and succulents were used to create Meaghen’s rustic wedding design. All the succulents were replanted after the weddng as a way to remember the day! Guests also received potted succulent favors from the bride and groom.

The Favorite Detail: Meaghen’s cousins played an instrumental version of “Cherry” by Ratatat on the violin and keyboard while she walked down the aisle. She tells us it was breathtaking!


The Sweets: The couple served a three-tier cake filled with pound cake, vanilla buttercream and caramel sauce, and lemon cake with blueberry buttercream. The cake was adorned with gorgeous coral and peach roses! Meaghen’s aunt also made her favorite sweet treat, lemon bars, and her mom made her famous brownies. They also served cream puffs because they are delish!

The Food: “We picked a bunch of our favor-ite foods and we had a lot of family members and friends pitch in labor-wise. My parents made amazing smoked pulled pork and chicken with some homemade BBQ sauce, green chili mac and cheese, and pork n’ beans. Michael’s mom is from the Philippines so we also had a huge layout of Filipino food, which included egg rolls, coconut shrimp, pork skewers, a noodle dish called pancit, and more.”

Mr. and Mrs. Moment: Meaghen and Michael have two! They reminisced and laughed the next morning over breakfast about how perfect and fun their wedding turned out and the weather luck they had with their ceremony! Meaghen tells us that “the night before the wedding, it poured rain and the day of was gloomy, cold, and windy. Five minutes before the ceremony started, the sky cleared, the sun came out, and the wind stopped blowing. Although this was technically before we were Mr. and Mrs., it seemed like a huge blessing from the universe and was completely surreal.”


Advice for RMB Brides: “Don’t be a bridez-illa. Seriously. The day of the wedding there will be nothing you can do about anything that goes wrong, so relax, be flexible and remember the big picture. You are getting married and all of your friends and family are there to celebrate with you, so have fun!”

Three Words: Ideal, Blissful, Celebration


color palette

Bride’s dress Step N Out - Venus Bridal | stepn-out.comBride’s Belt BLING | bridalbling.ca/index.html

Bride’s JeWelry Bansri Julia Swarovski | ShopBansri.comBride’s necklace Custom made with the diamond from the engagement ring given to the groom’s mother by the groom’s late father, and the bride’s

something old!Bride’s shoes Mint Chelsea Crew | modcloth.comBride’s veil Richard Designs | richard-designs.com/

Bridesmaids’ attire Picked by each lady! cake Cakes of Distinction | FB: Cakes of Distinction

Floral Erin Berst - Floral from Global Rose | globalrose.comgroom’s suit Ralph Lauren | ralphlauren.comgroom’s shoes Justin Boots | justinboots.com

groom & groomsmen’s tie Tie Obsessed | etsy.com/shop/tieobsessedgroomsmen’s attire Picked by each Gent!

hair Amanda Doll Funk - Black Orchid Salon | FB: Black Orchid Salon Casperinvites Minted | minted.com

lodging Cmon Inn | cmoninn.com/caspermakeup Molly Johnson at 307 Salon | styleseat.com/mollyjohnson307

music jmr services, LLc | fb: jmr services, LLcoFFiciant Pastor Dale from Faith Bible Chapel

photography Ashleigh Brown Photography | ashleighbrownphotography.comrehearsal Alcova Lake, Wyoming

rentals Rendezvous Tent and Services | rendezvoustents.comvenue Groom’s parent’s house in Casper

Wedding planner Anna Huff (bride’s cousin)


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Soft by Rosa Clara, “Ugo”

Delicate hand-beaded sheath dress with a sweetheart neckline and godet-flared skirt of tulle give this gown the wow factor. The sheer illusion neckline softens the look and the satin ribbon highlights the slender waistline.

Tulle & Texturet h e r m b g o w n g u i d e

The 2016 wedding season will be filled with gorgeous gowns dazzled with embroidered florals and textures. Tulle is one of the versatile fabrics and can transform a wide range of dress silhouettes.

From sheer and slim to fluffy and fabulous, tulle can be utilized to create your dream dress.

hair induLgence - jenn skye | induLgencemonTana.com makeup induLgence - breanne cuTLer | induLgencemonTana.com modeling agency coraveLLi modeLing agency - mikayLa suLLivan & sarah baTes | coraveLLimodeLingagency.com photography Larry sTanLey

phoTography | monTana-wedding-phoTographer.com venue chico hoT springs | chicohoTsprings.com

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Plume Bridal | plumebridal.comEssense of Australia - # D1787

Lace and tulle over lustre satin with a dropped-waist and lace and scalloped sweetheart neckline and hem create a boho bride’s dream dress.

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Plume Bridal | plumebridal.comWtoo - “Pippin Style #13111” A modern approach to a vintage look, this slim fit and flare is accented with a geometric lace pattern, which forms the ideal vintage-modern mix.

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BHLDN - Theia Bridal, “Fabienne”

Ivory stretch-crepe top paired with a full Spanish tulle skirt forms a light and airey feel for your wedding day.

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BHLDN - Catherine Deane, “Avril”

A sheer surplice neckline and appli-qued floral waisteline bring an etherial feel, while the scooped illusion back and ivory silk tulle add soft texture and romance to the look.

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Sarah Janks - Canto Paradiso Collection,“Gia”

The paneled embroidered and hand-beaded bodice, belted at the waist with organza, cre-ates a whimsical feel.

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Watters - “Kian Corset Style 7063B” paired with “Priya Skirt Style 7009B”

The almond-colored and jeweled corset is perfectly paired with the multi-layer washed silk organza skirt in a soft A-line ruffle silhouette.

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Sarah Janks - Canto Paradiso Collection, “Garnet”

Ribbons of bias-cut silk chiffon and silver beading frame this plunging V-neckline and back. dress.Laser-cut tulle appliqué drapes the fitted bodice and sleek sheath skirt to create a stunning floral effect, perfect for the natural-beauty bride.

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BHLDN - Alma Novia by Rosa Clara, “Magnolia”

A sheer neckline through the blouson silhouette and layered skirt of delicate, gauzy tulle and beading creates this lovely look.

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online. with the largest assort-ment of women’s and men’s bridal party fashion available you can shop and create a custom look through their virtual show-

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visit weddington way today to create your bridal party look.

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tography | urbansafariphotography.com rentals patina preferred | patinapreferredvintagerentals.com

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Navy is the new neutral. We love the pairing of Weddington Way’s “Ella” in “some-thing navy”with their sleek gray “Carter” suit. Navy accessories supplement this

dynamic duo to produce a balanced look that is perfect for any summer affair.

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The classics never go out of style for a reason: they are timeless and always look sharp. Weddington Way’s “Oliver” is a dashing three-piece tux. Matched with a

Weddington Way rose and gold-sequined “Poppy” dress makes this couple black-tie ready!

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Pink is perfection. Rosey hues aren’t just for the ladies; guys can rock them too! This Weddington Way “Oliver” black tux with blush accessories is a playful way to incor-poarte your wedding color into the bridal party’s attire. Weddington Way’s “Dove

& Dahlia Birdie” in blush will make any bridesmaid smile!

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Precious Metals

in the heart of jackson, family-owed j.c. jewelers has been creating fine, hand-crafted jewelery for 27 years. expert knowledge and friendly staff make this establishment the ideal place to find that left-hand bling. be inspired by this season’s latest styles in both men’s and women’s wedding

bands and engagement rings. from platinum to rose gold, and all metals in between, j.c. jeweler’s exquisite collection is a must for this engagement

season.

designed in house by jeter case

top right 14 k white gold with halo princess cut - $8,495 middle platinum band with round center dia-mond and baguettes totaling 4.5 ct - $49,995 bottom left platinum grey rose cut with diamond halo - $6,595

jewelry j.c. jewelers | jcjewelers.com photography ashley wilkerson photography | ashleywilkerson.com

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bold bandsMix and match your wedding bands! We love incorporating

different metals and stones to create a custom left-hand look.

left white gold sculpted circle band - $2,095 middle yellow gold sculpted square setting - $2,230 right white gold with baguette and round diamonds

- $7,995 18 kt gold diamond band and solitaire setband - $1,385 square - $8,500

half round diamond band in white gold - $1,350full round diamond platinum band - $3,795

yellow, rose and white goldbands with diamonds - $650 each

left 22 k yellow gold square band - $2,000middle yellow gold flush set diamond band- $975

right yellow gold domed layered wave - $575

three row yellow gold diamond band - $8,995

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14 k yellow gold pave diamond cluster - $1,34514 k white gold black diamond ring - $2,29518 k yelllow gold diamond ring - $10,995

platinum yellow rose cut square setting - $3,99514 k blue moon stone ring - $1,945

platinum diamond ring halo setting - $11,45018 k yellow gold platinum rose cut - $3,995

center cut The options are endless when it comes

to center stone styles and types. We love mixing it up from the traditional diamond and choosing an exotic stone, like rose

cut or colored diamonds.

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boy bands Jazz up your man’s left-hand look! Texture, metal and engravings can create a

custom look that he will love to wear around proudly!

left to right 14 k cobblestone band with blue and white diamond - $2,695

14 k 6mm flat hammered band - $2,19522 k square band brushed 8mm - $3,500

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Michele and Derek met at a work conference in Rocky Springs - not the typical place you find the love of your life! Michele’s boss had known Derek for a while and kept tell-ing her they should meet! At the end of the night, Michele’s boss spotted Derek, made the intro, and the rest is history. The two decided to plan a hometown wedding in Laramie at the University of Wyoming’s Wildcatter Stadium Club,

and on May 23rd, they became a family with Michele’s two boys, Max and Mason.


The Theme: Michele and Derek planned their spring wedding to be casual and elegant. They wanted the room to feel lovely and welcoming for all of their guests! The color palette was ivory, nude, blush, and pink, which was the perfect complement to her romantic style!

The Dress: “I chose a Maggie Sottero strapless mermaid gown in champagne, with lace overlay. I love the fashion from the 1920’s and this dress reminded me of that era – elegant, but fun.”

The Flowers: Michele chose ranunculus, roses and peonies as her main floral components. She wanted the flowers and centerpieces to ultra-feminine and elegantly romantic.

The Favorite Detail: “Having one of my oldest and dearest friends officiate the ceremony; it made the vows warm, funny and personal.”


The First Dance: The newlyweds swayed to “All of Me” by John Legend for their first dance as husband and wife. They chose the song because it was the song that came on the radio right after Derek proposed to Michele. Talk about perfect timing!

The Food: The couple chose a menu of Italian for their wedding. Michele and Derek love pasta and all things Italian, so it was the perfect fit. For cocktail hour, guests were served bruschetta. Dinner began with a caesar salad, followed by chicken pomadoro and shrimp scampi over fettuccine - delicioso!

The Sweets: Keeping true to their love of Italian, the couple chose a tiramisu-inspired cake with vanilla latte frosting.

Mr. and Mrs. Moment: “Just before the ceremony at the Wildcatter, Derek and I got a moment together alone. It was nice just to be able to take a minute to focus on each other before exchanging our vows in front of family and friends. Really special!”


Advice for RMB Brides: “Make sure you are marrying the love of your life. Make sure you are fol-lowing your heart. Everything else will fall into place.”

Three Words: Meant to be. And lovely.


Beauty Darren Kilbury - Angel’s Salon and Spa | angelssalonandspa.comBride’s dress – Hart’s Tux and Gowns - Maggie Sottero | hartstuxandgowns.com

Bride’s ring Vera Wang | verawanglove.comBride’s shoes Bella Belle | bellabelleshoes.com

Caterer Altitude | altitudechophouse.com/cateringFlowers Poppy’s | poppyswithlove.com

groom’s attire Cubavera | cubavera.comhoneymoon Grand Hyatt Resort and Spa, Kauai, Hawaii | kauai.hyatt.com

invitations Wedding Paper Divas | weddingpaperdivas.com linens La Tavola | latavolalinen.com

musiC Complete Music & Video | 307.635.3400 oFFiCiant Darren Kilburry

PhotograPhy Ardent Photography | ardentphotographyinc.comriBBon Silk and Willow | silkandwillow.comriBBon Frou Frou Chick | froufrouchic.com

ring Bearer’s attire Nautica | nautica.comring Bearer’s shoes Olukai | olukai.com

sweets Sweets Cakes & Pastry | sweetswyoming.comvenue UW Wildcatter Stadium Club | cowboyjoeclub.com/premium-seating/wildcatter

wedding Planner Embellish Productions | embellishproductions.com

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Snowfall in the heart of cheyenne. embrace the

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t h e l o o k b o o k Green and red aren’t just reserved for Christmas. Use muted tones of these hues to create a soft, winter-woodsland feel for your big day. Incor-porate a peach tone to soften the look and to add a touch of romance. Evergreen branches are used to make a floral hair wreath - a nod to the

holiday decor and to tie together the loose chiffon Essence of Australia dress.

beauty all that jazz salon & spa | allthatjazzsalonspa.com dress dora grace bridal - essence of australia | doragrace.com floral lace & lilies | laceandlilliesflowers.com jewelry burri jewelers | burrijewelers.com model laura piccioli photography bhp imaging | bhpimaging.com shoes dillard’s -

alex marie | dillards.com venue cheyenne depot museum | cheyennedepotmuseum.org


beauty tanya crocker | tanyacrocker.com design & styling vibrant events of jackson hole | vibranteventsjh.com dress johanna johnson | johannajohnson.com food & beverage the rose | therosejh.com floral & styling magnolia ranch | magnoliaranchjh.com lighting & sound jackson hole production company | jacksonholedj.

com live music the foundation band | jacksonholedj.com/the-foundation-band.html menswear banana republic | bananarepublic.com models trisha taggart & gustavo sculla schiaffino photography taylor glenn | trgphoto.com rentals event rents | eventrents.net venue - ceremony town of jackson parking garage | townofjackson.

com/about-jackson/public-parking venue - portraits center for the arts | jhcenterforthearts.org venue - portraits jackson town square | townofjackson.com/about-jackson/town-square venue - reception pinky g’s pizzeria | pinkygs.com videography apres visuals | apresevents.com

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jackson hole is well known for its iconic mountain views, bucktail fences & downtown antler arches. but as the town of jackson & the surrounding area has become an elite destination, the once quaint town has taken on a contemporary vibe, that could be an amazing

backdrop for your wyoming wedding.

jackson hole has so much to offer the modern bride. there is no shortage of stunning views in this mountain town. be inspired by this

urban look in the west.

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concrete ceremony The view of theTetons is the spectacle every every bride looks for in her Wyoming wedding. Instead of a traditional mountainside “I Do”, look for the unexpected views and locations, like this parking garage in the heart of Jackson.With a 360 degree view of the mountains and a clean, modern palette to decorate, it’s the perfect place to create your mountain-urban ceremony.

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the nightlifeExposed brick, industrial lighting and neon signs provide an eclec-tic and authentic Jackson feel for your reception. Your guests will love the party atmosphere and modern aesthetics.

fall features The exquisite table pulls the seasonal fall features, like pump-kins and rich moss, into a modern design with thin, tapered candles and greenery. We love the effect a long table gives to the space!

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“I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream.”- Vincent Van Gogh

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welcome to the retreat! this past summer, a group of amazingly talented photograpers and wedding professionals from around the na-tion got together for some r&r and fellowship. turpin meadow ranch played host to the farewell dinner. while this was for a retreat, this look would be perfect for any bridal brunch or rehearsal dinner. a long table adorned with ombre floral and the tetons cannot

be beat. we invite you to fall in love with turpin meadow ranch and elegant summertime dining al fresco in wyoming.

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meadow dining As the sun sets over the Tetons, the light creates a soft and romantic backdrop for outdoor dining. We love Turpin Mead-ow’s green space; it was the perfect canvas for an evening of celebration! Enhancing the meadow was a gorgeous wooden table: it captured the scope of the landscape and created its own presence with a stunning floral presentation and clean design.

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t h e c r e a t i v e s blankets ink + ivy caterer turpin meadow ranch | turpinmeadowranch.com floral & design magnolia ranch | magnoliaranchjh.com furniture rentals the wedding pew | theweddingpew.com paper xo wyo | xowyo.com photographer & retreat organizer carrie patterson | carriepattersonphotography.com place-setting montana party rentals | montanapartyrentals.com table & chair rentals canvas unlimited | canvasunlimited.com venue turpin meadow ranch | turpinmeadowranch.com

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For the Jackson locals looking to enjoy some r & r after wedding day, Hotel Jackson is your getaway! Situated

in the heart of downtown Jackson Hole, Hotel Jackson redefines the art of western hospitality with exquisite accommodations in a pristine setting for an extraor-

dinary luxury hotel experience. Opened in June 2015, Hotel Jackson offers 58 stunning guest rooms including

6 suites nestled among some of the country’s best skiing, white water rafting, ziplining, hiking and fly fishing as well as being minutes away from Grand Teton National Park and just an hour away from Yellowstone National Park. Explore and make new memories together, trekking through Jackson and the surrounding area on your

honeymoon.

Hotel Jackson is the ideal choice for the couple seek-ing to blend their outdoor experiences with a luxury

lodging experience. Designed to connect guests with the beauty of the natural surroundings, rooms are thought-fully appointed in contemporary western flair, and bring elements of the outdoors in. Warm wood and leather

tones invoke a sense of place and pay homage to Hotel Jackson’s western heritage. Plush Sealy Pillow Top beds, L’Occtaine bath amenities, Bose docking stations, and

Kohler soaking tubs enhance the guest experience and ensure the highest level of comfort. To learn more about the amenities and accommodations of Hotel

Jackson, please visit www.hoteljackson.com

For honeymooners looking to explore the Tetons, Hotel Jackson is your ideal home base. After spending the day

exploring the outdoors together, relax in Hotel Jack-son’s rooftop jacuzzi and take in the skyline views of

Jackson Hole. As the sun sets, FIGS becomes the perfect launching point for the evening or a place to land when returning back from a night on the town together. A warm and intimate escape, FIGS features a two-story fireplace with an Aspen leaf canopy floating overhead. Menu selections include Mediterranean-inspired small plates and signature dishes, all perfectly complemented

by an extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails.

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Your home away from home in Whistler’s Creekside. They were voted number 25 of the Top 25 hotels in

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Embark on an adventure into unrivalled mountain com-fort. Each of Nita’s rooms are furnished with king-sized beds, a double soaker tub, glass-enclosed rain shower,

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Start your honeymoon with a visit to the spa to free up some tension with a relaxation massage or whatever you need to restore your mind and body; Exfoliation, steam bath, herbal oils, The Nita Lake Lodge’s Spa Therapists provide an unforgettable experience in a welcoming

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all the resources you need to help plan your perfect

rocky mountain “i do!”

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Wedding Workbook Budget Actual Cost Attire + Beauty Gown Shoes Veil Jewelry Pre-Wedding Outfits Hair Make-Up Spa Services Grooms Formalwear Pre-Wedding Engagement Photos Save The Dates Invitations Bridal Party Gifts Bridesmaids Luncheon Rehearsal Dinner Marriage License Wedding Consultant Newspaper Announcement Wedding Day Photography Videographer Transportation Site Fee Ceremony Reception Officiant Fee Ceremony Elements Décor Floral Bouquet and Boutonnieres Music Ceremony Cocktail Hour Reception Printed Paper Products Rental Items and Supplies Liquor/Beverages Caterer Cake/Dessert Gratuity

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one year

Gather a list of potential guests to get a ballpark number for guest your count

Create a separate wedding email address to keep track of contacts & vendors

Hire a wedding planner

Determine a budget

Choose a date & location

Research marriage requirements

Choose your bridal party

Design a fun wedding website

Start to gather wedding ideas & inspiration

six to nine months

Select a photographer

Have engagement photos taken

Create a final guest list

Send out your Save The Dates

Select a caterer

Select a florist

Select a DJ, band, or live music

Select an officiant

Purchase your wedding dress

Select bridal party attire

Register for gifts

Decide on the colors & design of your wedding

four to six months

Reserve rental items

Order wedding cake or desserts

Get groom & groomsmen fitted

Purchase wedding rings

Order invitations & other stationery

Reserve a room block for out-of-towners

Start planning out your honeymoon & apply for any needed passports or visas

m o n t h ly w e d d i n g p l a n n e r

two to four monthsResearch activities available for guests

Plan fun group activities

Do a hair & makeup trial run

Send out formal invitations * The rule of thumb is to mail them out 6-8 weeks before the wedding day with an RSVP cut-off 3

weeks prior

Book your rehearsal dinner

Begin wedding dress alterations

Finalize your menu and flowers

Give your vendors a first draft event schedule

one to two months Pick up wedding rings

Purchase wedding attire accessories

Schedule the final dress fitting

Purchase wedding weekend attire

Finalize rehearsal dinner plans and mail out invitations

Schedule spa services for the bridesmaids

Enjoy a bachelorette weekend with your ladies

Discuss and finalize ceremony details with officiant

Finalize your event schedule

Confirm bridesmaids’ & groomsmen’s attire

Confirm photo list with your photographer

Purchase bridesmaid & groomsmen gifts

Create guest favors & welcome bags

four-week countdownObtain 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 your caterer

Send a timeline to the bridal party - include everyone’s contact information

Create final seating chart & escort cards

24 hours Confirm all details with planner & officiant

Gather & organize all the last-minute details

Create check and tip envelopes to be given to ven-dors the day of the wedding

Drop off welcome bags to lodging

wedding day relax and enjoy every little detail of

your fabulous rocky

mountain wedding!

the Wyoming marketplace = rmb gem vendors

Accomodations

Bitterroot Ranch | bitterrootranch.comCabin & Company Vacation Rentals l cabinandcompany.com

Cmon Inn | cmoninn.com/casperHotel Jackson | hoteljackson.com

Nita Lake Lodge | nitalakelodge.com Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole | rusticinnatjh.com

Spear-O-Wigwam Dude Ranchsheridan.edu/site/spearowigwam/

The Parkway Inn | parkwayinn.comThe Wort Hotel | worthotel.com

Beauty

307 Salon | styleseat.com/mollyjohnson307A Day of Beauty by Leslee Ann | lesleeann.com

All that Jazz Salon & Spa | allthatjazzsalonspa.comAngel’s Salon and Spa | angelssalonandspa.com

Black Orchid Salon | FB: Black Orchid Salon CasperBoom Swagger Salon | boomswaggersalon.com

Champu Salon | champusalonjh.comFrost Salon | FB: Frost Salon

Hallie Adrian Hair | FB: Hallie Adrian HairIndulgence | indulgencemontana.com

Philosophy Hair Studio | philosophyhairstudio.comTanya Crocker | tanyacrocker.com

Drinks

Wyoming Whiskey | wyomingwhiskey.com

Fashion

Donna Beth Creations | donnabethcreations.comDora Grace Bridal | doragrace.com

Felice Bridal | felicebridal.comHart’s Tux and Gowns | hartstuxandgowns.com

Jackson Hole Hat Company | jhhatco.comKnights Chamber | knightschamber.netRichard Designs | richard-designs.com

Step N Out | stepn-out.comTie Obsessed | etsy.com/shop/tieobsessed

Vintage Jackson Wyoming | FB: Vintage Jackson Wyoming

Flowers

Fleur de V | fleurdevevents.comFlowers, etc | flowersetcdumas.comGuild the Lily Too | gildthelilytoo.comLace & Lilies | laceandliliesflowers.comMagnolia Ranch| magnoliaranchjh.com

Pink Paisley Events | pinkpaisleyevents.comPoppy’s | poppyswithlove.com

Someday Soon Flowers | somedaysoonflowers.com

Gifts & Jewelry

Burri Jewelers | burrijewelers.comDan Shelley Jewelers | danshelley.com

Dowd House Studios Spoon Restetsy.com/ca/shop/DowdHouseStudios

J.C. Jewelers | jcjewelers.comMade Jackson Hole | madejacksonhole.com

ModBloQ | etsy.com/ca/shop/modBloQNew West Knife Works | newwestknifeworks.com

Padgett Hoke | padgetthoke.comTaste of Wyoming Cookbook | barnesandnoble.comWedding Day Jewelers | weddingdaydiamonds.com

More

Cheyenne Frontier Days | cfdrodeo.comCoravelli Modeling Agency | coravellimodelingagency.com

Devil’s Tower | nps.gov/deto/index.htmFr. Randy Oswald | olmcatholic.org

Grand Teton National Park | nps.gov/grteJackson Hole Production Company | jacksonholedj.com

Jackson Town Squaretownofjackson.com/about-jackson/town-square

Mad River Boat Trips | mad-river.comNorth Fork Anglers | northforkanglers.com

Yellowstone National Park Lodgesyellowstonenationalparklodges.com

Music

Bootleg Flyer featuring the Miller Sisters | bootlegflyer.comComplete Music & Video | 307.635.3400

Ignatius Reilly | fb: ignatiusreillybandJackson Hole DJ | jacksonholedj.com

JMR Services, LLC | FB: JMR Services, LLCPTO | FB: BluegrassJacksonHole

The Foundation Bandjacksonholedj.com/the-foundation-band.html

Whiskey Mornin l whiskeymornin.comWood Smoke Rising | woodsmokerising.com

Paper

Bird and Buffalo | birdandbuffalo.comXO WYO | xowyo.com

Photos

Adam J. Howard Photography | adamjhoward.comApres Events Photo & Video | apresevents.com

Ardent Photography | ardentphotographyinc.comAshleigh Brown Photography

ashleighbrownphotography.comAshley Merrit Photography | ashleymerrittphotography.comAshley Wilkerson Photography | ashleywilkerson.com

Autumn Cutaia Photography | autumncutaia.comBHP Imaging | bhpimaging.com

Caiti Jackson Photography | caitijackson.com Carrie Patterson | carriepattersonphotography.com

Evan Sowder | evansowder.comHannah Hardaway | hannahhardaway.com

Jamye Chrisman | jamyechrisman.com Katy Gray Photography | katygray.com

Larry Stanley Photographymontana-wedding-photographer.com

Laura Murray Photography | lauramurrayphotography.comPhotovision | photovisionprints.com

Shane Macomber Photography | shanemacomber.comTaylor Glenn | trgphoto.com

The Shutter Bus | theshutterbus.comUrban Safari Photography | urbansafariphotography.com

Planning

4 Seasons Events | gilletteevents.comEmbellish Productions | embellishproductions.com

Over the Moon Boutique | shopoverthemoon.comSimply Grand Events | simplygrandevent.com

Style Jackson Hole | stylejacksonhole.comVibrant Events | vibranteventsjh.com Weddings & Events by Ashley Marie

ashleymarieweddings.com

Rentals

Canvas Unlimited | canvasunlimited.comEvent Rents | eventrents.net

High Country Linen | highcountrylinen.comHunter Gatherer | huntergathererjacksonhole.com

Patina Preferred | patinapreferredvintagerentals.com Rendezvous Tent and Services | rendezvoustents.com

The Silver Bungalow | thesilverbungalow.com

The Wedding Pew | theweddingpew.comUnder Canvas Events | undercanvasevents.com

Weddings & Events by Ashley Marieashleymarieweddings.com

Wyoming Party Rentals | montanapartyrentals.com

Savory

Altitude | altitudechophouse.com/cateringBistro Catering | bistrocatering.net

Bo-b-q | famousbobq.comCafé Genevieve | genevievejh.comGray Barn | snakeriverranch.net

Killy’s Deli | killys.warehousemkt.comPinky G’s Pizzeria | pinkygs.com

Powder River Pizza | powderriverpizza.comThe Rose | therosejh.com

Sweet

Cakes by Rusty | FB: Rustys CakesCakes of Distinction | FB: Cakes of Distinction

Elle’s Belles | ellesbelles.com Persephone Bakery | persephonebakery.com

Spoons | spoonsbistro.comSweets Cakes & Pastry | sweetswyoming.com

Transportation

Driver Provider | driverprovider.com

Venue

Center for the Arts | jhcenterforthearts.orgChapel of the Sacred Heart | olmcatholic.org

Chico Hot Springs | chicohotsprings.comCheyenne Depot Museum | cheyennedepotmuseum.org

Four Seasons Resort Jackson Holefourseasonsjacksonholewy.com

Grand Targhee Resort | grandtarghee.com Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club | jhgtc.com

Moose Creek Ranch | moosecreekranch.com Moosehead Ranch | mooseheadranch.com

Pinky G’s Pizzeria | pinkygs.comRango Alegre | ranchoalegre.com

Saratoga Resort & Spa | saratogaresortandspa.comSpring Creek Ranch | springcreekranch.com

Snake River Sporting Club l srsportingclub.comSnow King Hotel | snowking.com Town of Jackson Parking Garage

townofjackson.com/about-jackson/public-parkingTurpin Meadow Ranch | turpinmeadowranch.com

UW Wildcatter Stadium Clubcowboyjoeclub.com/premium-seating/wildcatter

Video

Apres Events Photo & Video | apresevents.com Evan Sowder | evansowder.com

Moonstone Pictures | moonstonepictures.com


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We’d like to share that special day, offering unsurpassed views, elegant venues both indoors and out, and spectacular catering services

that will make the occasion memorable for all. A full-service resort offering lodging and amenities for your guests, and a

professional staff that can’t wait to serve you.

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