Photo by Forge Jewelry Works Planning a wedding can be all kinds of chaotic and stressful, but you know at the end of it you’ll finally be married to your sweetheart with a honeymoon soon to follow. What better way to de-stress than on the beach with the love of your life?  Take it from one of our experts, Forge Jewelry Works, that losing your wedding ring on the beach is not the best way to enjoy your first week as a married couple. Here are some tips from Rischelle and Shawn, Forge’s owners, on how to take care of your jewelry, whether you’re on your honeymoon or a cruise to celebrate y ..read more

While peonies were out of season here in Utah, Olivia of Southworth Floral found them in Alaska. They put petals on a pedestal for this shoot and we can only applaud! The florals were arranged in a freeform shape, differing from the classic circular style, and we are here for it. Clutch those pearls! Pearls are back and better than ever. The pearl details in the earrings, hair pins, and cathedral veil were all provided by Glamour Bride USA. The Versailles Atelier Bridal gown will give all the Cinderella vibes even after the clock strikes twelve. The gown paired with peonies was the inspiratio ..read more

ELISABETH PACKHAM + JETSEN LOWELL | 8.26.23 Something about Elisabeth’s face just says “Bridal: It might have something to do with her 10+ year long modeling career where she has said yes to thousands of dresses in the wedding industry. “There was a game at my bridal shower where guests could vote on their favorite bridal shoot we had modeled for. In our four years together, Jet and I had modeled for nine bridal shoots,” Elisabeth says. “When I was planning my wedding, I wanted to make sure that when people saw these photos, they could tell that they were our real wedding photos.” Cl ..read more

In need of a personal fairy godmother for your wedding day? There isn’t anyone better to make your royal dreams come true than Elyssa Anderson. Elyssa has a talent for creating a magical look that will last until the clock strikes midnight, while holding space for you to recognize how incredible you really are underneath the glam.  Elyssa has been doing professional hair and makeup for fourteen years, being one of the last to ever graduate from the incredible SLCC cosmetology program. She’s an expert at all things beauty, but has narrowed down her focus over the last six years to bridal ..read more

Have you thought about getting married in front of a giant waterfall? How about including an aerial firework show as part of your send-off? Thanksgiving Point has a perfect venue option for every type of bride—whether you’re looking for a small, intimate wedding overlooking their famous gardens or a venue built for large, spectacular events. And when we say they can cater to anything you’ve ever dreamed of, we mean it. Forget getaway cars; use a getaway helicopter– or maybe even a getaway hot air balloon. They even hosted an episode of ‘The Bachelor’ a few years ago. We can say that we’re her ..read more

What better way to start our summer than going to the grand re-opening of Thanksgiving Point’s Wedding Venues and incredible event spaces? Indoor or outdoor, their remodels are more than just a facelift; each new location was designed with our amazing brides in mind. It was a pleasure to co-host the re-opening of the event and wedding spaces earlier this month.  On the event tour, there were six different locations to take a sneak peek at, all complete with gorgeous florals, amazing food, and incredibly striking and diverse examples of how you can customize the decor for your big day. Wit ..read more

Anyone who’s been around Utah Valley in the last thirty years undoubtedly knows about Allyse’s Bridal. What began as a clothing shop in the 90s has grown into one of the most reliable and well-known bridal stores in the whole state. Originally named after the founder’s daughter Allyse, the store continues to serve generations of women who walk through their doors seeking the dress of their dreams.  Janelle, the owner and long-time employee of Allyse’s Bridal, has elevated the dress shop in more ways than ever before in the decade since she bought it, bringing modest yet stylish dress op ..read more

Utah County Digital Marriage Licenses  By Russ J Rampton, Supervisor of Digital Services Wedding planning is a wonderful but hectic time with countless decisions to make concerning  venues, photographers, gowns, cakes, guestlists, and so much more. In all the planning, don’t forget that one little thing you will need if you want your union to be legally binding: a marriage license.  In 2019, Utah County developed a completely digital marriage license system. It was the first of its kind and remains a unique innovation. The new 2023 upgrade makes it even easier for couples to app ..read more

This stunning styled shoot definitely ruffled some feathers. When we say we’re obsessed with this dress from Moments Made Bridal—we mean obsessed. From the fluffy tail feathers to the slit up high enough for anyone to take flight, this show-stopper adds a whole new flair to walking down the aisle. And check out that winged eyeliner by hair and makeup artist Kiki West Beauty! Our beautiful bride is ready to soar into her big day.  And what better way to match our gorgeous swan princess than with florals the color of doves? It was a whole flock of florists that brought this vision to life ..read more

Or is it these sleeves? This stunning dress from Anthropologie Weddings is something we see in our dreams. Or rather, our daydreams, since Images By Jami so elegantly brought our dreams to life. From the hanging florals to our incredible models, this styled shoot captures the heart-stopping, soul-grabbing aspect of being in love. Speaking of florals, we have the amazing Jessica Hardin from The Rose Cache to thank for these jaw-dropping hanging gardens. Even Babylon would be jealous with just one look into this dreamscape come to life. The dramatic burgundy and dusty rose tones of these flora ..read more