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A Rocky Mountain Destination Wedding in Vail
Brad proposed to Jennifer in the mountains of Colorado. The two immediately went to Vail, a town very special to them, to celebrate the grand occasion. When it came time to pick the location for their wedding, they could think of no better place to gather all of their friends and family than Vail, Colorado. They wanted a special place to celebrate with their loved ones that was accessible, but far enough to allow for a full weekend getaway. They chose a beautiful October weekend for their nuptials and celebration.
The Wedding Team
Photographer: True North Photography | Event Planner: I Do | Floral Designer: Petals & Pours | Invitation Designer: Four 13 Designs | Handmade Goods Designer: Kelsey Malie Calligraphy | Band: RoeHouse Entertainment | Reception: Sonnenalp Hotel | Ceremony: Vail Interfaith Chapel | Dress Designer: Ines di Santo | Bridesmaid Dresses: JLM Couture | Men’s Attire: Generation Tux
A Destination Wedding in Vail, Colorado
From the bride, Alyson:
We wanted to go somewhere out-of-town enough that people would come and really relax and be present, but close enough that it was affordable for people to travel to. I grew up going to the Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail so it was the perfect fit.
We had a Catholic Ceremony at the Vail Interfaith Chapel. My two 4 year-old nieces preceded me pulling a wooden wagon carrying my 1 year old niece (all in matching white flower girl dresses). The wagon had a sign that read “Here Comes Auntie Al” on it.
The cake topper was specially made for my grandparents wedding ceremony shortly before my grandfather went overseas with the Navy to fight in World War II.
Rather than having a large wedding cake, we had eighteen small cakes, one for each table.
Centerpieces included 3 pottery barn gold jeweled bark candles set on square glass mirrors with bright pink rose petals and diamond shaped jewels. Chairs were covered with crème chair covers and had thick gold laced burlap tied around them. The restaurant at the Sonnenalp, Ludwigs, is naturally decorated with a mix of mountain and German décor and didn’t need much to make it special.
My advice: Don’t stress, make it YOUR own – it’s your day, not your family’s or friends’. Soak it up! It goes by in a flash. No one remembers small flaws, but EVERYONE remembers a stressed out bride!! 
Alyson & Jason’s
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Photographer: Frances Photography. We were stunned at how much we loved our photos. Frances and her staff were a joy to work with.
Ceremony Site: Vail Interfaith Chapel. A picturesque chapel and one of your only choices for a Catholic wedding in Vail (Catholic religion requires it be in a church). Unfortunately, a bit expensive.
Reception Site, Caterer, Cake, Lodging: The Sonnenalp Hotel of Vail. One of the most uniquely beautiful hotels in the gorgeous town of Vail. Exceptionally accommodating and memorable.
Flowers: Sweet Pea Designs. Friendly, fairly priced, gorgeous flowers.
Band: Dressed in Black. Wonderfully talented, great event emcee who plays great music.
Wedding Gown Designer: Pronovias Manuel Moto, style: Edecan. I ordered directly from Pronovias HQ in Spain (no samples were made of the dress … purchased it before I could even try it on, YIKES!)
Honeymoon Location: Belize!!