Jackie and Mike are married! They brought all their closest friends and families for an intimate and glamorous mountain wedding at the Beaver Creek Chapel and the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa. What an incredible location for the wedding of their dreams. Jackie and Mike met at a ski meet-up group. They had fallen in love and come to Colorado to enjoy one of their passions together. Where better to get married then a place that reminds them of the first day they met?
The day turned out perfectly. Yes, it was a cool 18 degrees outside and everyone was a little concerned about spending time outside. That didn’t matter, however, to Jackie or Mike. They were so excited about their day that they didn’t even think twice about the cold. As they were announced man and wife and headed onto the steps of the Chapel at Beaver Creek their entire wedding cheered. The love of their friends and family were there to keep them warm.
I love intimate weddings. I felt like I could see every link, every small and large connection between the people. All of Jackie and Mikes favorite people were there swapping stories and dancing the night away. There were enough people for a great party and also just the right amount that everyone could talk and get to know each other. If they didn’t already know each other. The smile on Jackie and Mikes face never lightened or faded as they hugged and laughed with and celebrated with their people.
The scene was set beautifully by White Birch Weddings. From Jackie’s gorgeous embellished mermaid cut dress and Mike’s suave all black suit to the sequence table clothes decorated with white plates, soft winter blue napkins and full and elegant white floral arrangements, everything screamed winter mountain elegance. It felt light and comfortable just like Mike and Jackie’s easy going personality but had the glitz and glamour that took it to the next level. I especially loved the carved wood keepsakes on each place setting.
My favorite part of the day, however, was when Jackie walked down the aisle. I had just said to Mike that he was going to freak out when he saw her. He asked me if he would do a little dance. I said “probably”. What actually happened was awesome. Jackie stepped up through the big glass doors and Mike took one look at her. As if he had to pull his eyes away with all his effort, he looked down at me and mouthed with emphasis “WOW”. He had to mark that moment. When he saw his incredibly gorgeous bride. The woman that he got to spend the rest of his life with. At that moment, I knew how intense their relationship was and how wonderful their marriage would be. I am so happy for Jackie and Mike. Here’s to a million smiles, kisses and happily ever afters!
Thanks to all the incredible vendors:
Jessica Gillespie – White Birch Weddings & Events
Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa
Setting the scene for their glamorous winter mountain wedding.
Groom and his best man getting ready at the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa.
Check out that suave look from the groom in his all black suit.
Beaver Creek Chapel is nestled at the base of the mountain amongst the aspen trees.
Jackie’s mom was there to help her ever step of the way.
The gorgeous bride.
This is the sequence between the last look your maid of honor gives you before you walk down the aisle and the last look you give your dad before he gives you away.
The Chapel at Beaver Creek is the perfect mix of mountain elegance.
Bride and groom are announced as husband and wife.
The best thing about a small wedding is it is easy to get everyone in one photo.
The wedding party was having too much fun, even in the cold.
Gorgeous winter bouquet by Petals and Pours.
Jackie and her maid of honor could not have been more photogenic.
Classic groom confidence.
The bridge right by the mountain sets the scene for a winter wonderland.
Is Jackie’s dress not incredible?! I love the back with the embellishment. She is rocking that fur too.
View from the lawn right next to the Westin Avon.
Custom carved keepsakes are rustic mountain mixed with the sparkle of silver and elegance of winter whites.
Jackie got this beer stein as a gift for her groom at Prozit in Avon. He was kind enough to share the first drink with his wife.
The toasts were full of hooting and hollering.
The Westin nailed the design of the cake. I heard it tasted amazing too!
It is so sweet to see family members whip out their phones and record the parent dances.
Mike showed his pizazz with a dip on the dance floor.
So the party begins.
Just outside the church in the winter wonderland.
