Colorado Wedding Buzz

Colorado Knotties: Get in the running to win a $30,000 wedding!

Knot Hannah — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:27:00 GMT

Engaged? Feeling adventurous? Sign up for Denver's third annual Hitched In The Highlands race and get in the running to win a $30,000+ value (seriously!) grand prize wedding at the fabulous Mile High Station.

Traveling by foot or via public transportation, 15 selected couples will follow clues to get from one participating neighborhood shop to the next--the first to reach the final location wins the race and, not to mention, wedding day goodies provided by the area's best vendors.

Don't miss the Jan. 31 deadline! Sign up here and get a chance to compete in this exciting Amazing Race-style competition.

Edible Faux Bois

Knot Jenny — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:46:00 GMT

You may have seen faux bois patterns popping up in trendy wedding stationery, but have you seen it on a cake? I spotted this petite cake by Frills Cake Shop, located in Denver, rocking wood grain-textured fondant. Accented with edible flowers to match your color scheme, this cake would be a stand-out on any cake table or serving double duty as both cake and centerpiece.

> Green wedding cake inspiration

A Unique and Versatile Mountain Setting

Knot Jenny — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:27:00 GMT

Looking for your ideal wedding venue? I'm loving the versatility of Aspen Meadows Resort in Aspen's Roaring Fork Valley. Whether you need space for an informal gathering for 20 or a grand wedding for 400, they offer a variety of event venues, including a 4,235-square-foot ballroom and gorgeous outdoor sites. As an added bonus, the resort is also home to the Doerr-Hosier Center, a Gold certified building by the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED program, the perfect location for a green wedding.

Located on 40 pristine acres against a backdrop of Aspen Mountain and the Roaring Fork River, you'll find the perfect place for a mountainside ceremony, a trendy cocktail reception and a classic ballroom soiree, all in one location.

> Check out more local venues

Old West Rehearsal Dinners

Knot Jenny — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:37:00 GMT

Desperately trying to figure out where to go for your rehearsal dinner? Have the dinner come to you, instead! Choose a backyard, park or other venue and order up a chuckwagon, like Trail Boss's Chuckwagon in Wellington, CO, to serve up rustic cowboy fare. Sure, it may seem a little trite to host a cowboy-themed affair in Colorado, but out-of-state guests will love the Old West flavor and everyone will like the relaxed vibe. If you're feeling brave, try the Mountain Oysters, otherwise choose from a variety of grilled and barbequed meats paired with comfort-food side dishes like macaroni and cheese and fire-roasted corn on the cob. Yum!

> Questions? Check out our Rehearsal Dinner Etiquette Q&A

Unusual Additions to Centerpieces

Knot Jenny — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:12:00 GMT

Don't think that centerpieces are limited to just flowers. Look into using fruits and vegetables as an unexpected way to bring in your color scheme to your reception, or even your bouquet. This free-form arrangement by Plum Sage Flowers in Denver features not only roses and dahlias, but purple grapes and artichokes as well. The interesting contrast in texture is what really makes this work!

> Check out 26 New Flower Ideas You'll Love

Extreme Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties

Knot Carrie — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:54:00 GMT

Looking for something a little more adventurous when it comes to your pre-wedding parties? Apex Ex - Adventure Trips has some really cool options for bachelor and bachelorette parties.

They'll arrange two-day expeditions with mountain bikes, rock climbing, backpacking or ski trips and snowmobiling in the winter. Their guide will even take your wedding party into town after a day of adventure and play designated driver!

Apex Ex has guide resources stationed throughout Colorado and even in Utah and Wyoming.

>See more of our favorite bachelorette party ideas

Fairytale Wedding for Cancer Patient

Knot Carrie — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 20:31:00 GMT

Wish Upon a Wedding has helped a Colorado couple forget their worries, if only for a day. On March 12th, Dominique, mother of three and stage 4 breast cancer patient, said "I do" to the love of her life, Miles.

"The future is unknown, it is a blur as it is not made yet," says Dominique. Everyday I worry about Myles being a single father, I worry that my kids will lose me sooner rather than later," she says. "Being able to have a wedding that is so long coming without any of the financial stress or struggle to plan is a dream."

The couple was married at The Ritz-Carlton Denver with all of their wedding services being donated by local vendors.

Wish Upon a Wedding provides weddings and vow renewals to couples facing terminal illness or other serious life-altering circumstances, regardless of sexual orientation. If you would like to know more, become involved or donate, go to their Facebook page or check out WishUponaWedding.org.

Photos by Revert Imaging

Free Bridal Showcase Event in Evergreen

Knot Carrie — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:00:00 GMT

The Evergreen Lake House and Everwedd invite local brides to a free bridal showcase featuring carefully selected pros in food, wine, photography, entertainment and all things bridal. The event is March 20th from 1 to 4 p.m. at Evergreen Lakehouse. Click here for more information!