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kara3830 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:44:45 +0000

I am so excited about these upcoming trunk shows at The Little White Dress Shop (located in the Highlands of Denver) I simply had to share! The ladies of the TLWD are going to be bringing in such an amazing range of dresses – from romantic and whimsical to modern and daring. Ahhhh – maybe I should go play dress up too . . .

Liancarlo

February 11-12, 2012: Liancarlo Trunk Show
Liancarlo‘s expert bridal stylist, Alan Belitsky, is bringing the entire 2012 Liancarlo collection (and all past season favorites!) for festive and fanciful brides to find their most amazing wedding gown. Each gown is conceived, designed, sewn and finished at Liancarlo’s atelier in Miami, sewn by one seamstress from the first stitch to the last, then embroidered and finished by a specialist specifically chosen for the style of gown using the European couture tradition. Support designers who insist on keeping their production here in the USA!

St. Pucchi

February 17-19, 2012: St. Pucchi Trunk Show
Ideal for the bride who loves her grand entrance, please join us as we host 1st class designer Rani and her entire 2012 collection of amazing Sposa by St. Pucchi, Avine Perucci, and St. Pucchi Couture gowns. For over 25 years, designer Rani has been a dream weaver, creating opulent, unforgettable gowns for today’s brides. Join the excitement of St. Pucchi‘s first ever trunk show in Colorado at LWD!

Jenny Packham

February 24-26, 2012: Jenny Packham Trunk Show
Never before available to Colorado brides, Little White Dress Bridal Shop is very happy to be the exclusive and ONLY retailer in Colorado of the exquisite Jenny Packham Bridal Collection! If you describe yourself as “glamorous vintage” and envision a magical, sparkling wedding, Jenny Packham is the designer for you. Jenny Packham’s A-list fans include Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz, Reese Witherspoon, Sandra Bullock, Jennifer Aniston and Beyonce. Meet with expert stylist Amelia Gibson to find your ideal wedding gown from the entire new 2012 collection and past season favorites.

Badgley Mischka

March 2-3, 2012: Badgley Mischka Bride Trunk Show
Since joining forces in 1988, Mark Badgley and James Mischka have captivated the fashion press around the world with a sophisticated style that caters to a young, modern couture customer, without forsaking women of any age. Join A-list clients ranging from presidential daughters to Hollywood celebrities including Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, Oprah, Katy Perry and Carrie Underwood, and be in the forefront of fashion as a BADGLEY MISCHKA BRIDE. Don’t miss this very special trunk show and selection of 2012 Badgley Mischka Bride styles to find your most special wedding gown.

Matthew Christopher: Sasha

March 16, 17, 18, 2012: Matthew Christopher Trunk Show
Enjoy this exciting opportunity to personally meet high energy and highly gifted Matthew Christopher and find your most flattering and beautiful wedding gown! Matthew specializes in crafting wedding gowns ideal for the modern, architectural, and old-Hollywood-glamour bride and is regularly featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, the Knot, and Modern Bride. His entire 10-year anniversary special collection of 2012 bridal gowns will be available to try on!

Elizabeth Fillmore: Milla

April 27, 28, 29, 2012: Elizabeth Fillmore Trunk Show
Searching for an impeccable combination of sexy, feminine, sophistication in your wedding gown? Ideal for the “Modern Romantic” bride, the entire collection of stunning 2012 Elizabeth Fillmore gowns is a “don’t miss!” for Colorado brides. Meet the designer herself on Saturday April 28th! “My bride has an independent vision – and I hope to fill that vision for her through my designs”, says Fillmore.

Couture Colorado – The Venue Guide!

kara3830 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:35:28 +0000

Couture Colorado has done it again! I am delighted to share with you the latest awesome development for this already pretty amazing website / Colorado wedding source. It’s the Couture Colorado venue guide. What I love the most – these venues (some older and established and some new and eager) all share in the excitement that IS the Colorado Wedding Experience. Every single one of these venues offer something new. And pretty. And fun. So let’s do a wedding at each of them – shall we?

kara3830 — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:16:08 +0000

This weekend’s wedding had one of the most AMAZING (and delicious if I do say so myself) dessert bars that I have ever seen. But until I can share those decadent photos with you – here is a little wedding inspiration for you in terms of dessert bars, pie bars and candy buffets. Of course they can be wildly whimsical (think bright colors, bunting, flags, etc). Or take a similar idea and run with a candy bar.

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And yes, there are several sources for color coordinated candy. We have come a long long way from M & M’s being the only option. Just a few things to keep in mind for your delicious dessert buffet!

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The pie bar above was created by Teacup Bakery for a lovely rustic wonderland wedding we did a few years ago. And the dessert bar below was for a smaller Ranch wedding. The key to the display is to pick an element (wood, glass, color, texture, etc) and carry it through the design

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Signage – make sure your baker sets up the display with the correct signage. In these times of overwhelming nut allergies and rising cases of celiac disease – make sure that your guests know what they are eating!

Portions – with smaller bite sized or mini desserts – plan on 3-4 per guest (in addition to the candy)

Bags and Boxes – provide your guests with a way to take some the delectable goodies home with them! Personalized bags, boxes, chinese take-out containers – the options are endless!

Kara Delay Events / Love This Day Events

Colorado Wedding Trends – Dessert Bars

Get to know A Vintage Affair Rentals

kara3830 — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:15:28 +0000

I love wedding days. I love unique and fun brides. I love all things vintage and rustic and lovely (this obsession started in Chicago 17 years ago when I first walked into the Shabby Chic showroom on Rush Street and decided right then and there that I would be the kind of person who would have an oversized white slipcovered couch. I am still not that person. I do still love the look) So I think that the universe smiled when Jessica Strong popped into my studio last winter because she had just set her wedding date and I was referred as a potential day of coordinator.

We immediately hit it off, talked for an hour and Jessica told me all about her wedding vision and an idea she was tossing around for a vintage rental company. Jump ahead a few months and the company is A Vintage Affair Rental. And it. is. WONDERFUL. And taking the Colorado wedding industry pretty much by storm! I have been lucky enough to work with Jessica twice already (on Anna Be Five and on a vow renewal). Her inventory grows daily. Her love for events and styling is contagious. Her taste is pretty darn flawless. Here are just a few images from her website – seriously, gorgeous.

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Now a little bit about Jessica from the site “While planning her own wedding, Jessica, became frustrated with the lack of resources available for brides wanting a vintage-inspired wedding without breaking the bank. Thus, she founded A Vintage Affair Rentals in March 2011. She has a bachelor’s degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism from the University of Denver and a Master’s in Human Resources also from the University of Denver. She lives in Denver, with her fiancé and two chocolate labs (Charley and Gunner) She loves to travel, go to the mounatins, try new restaurants, plan parties, and of course hunting for vintage treasures!”

Take a look at her site. Be inspired. And then call her and book the items! The delivery fees are completely reasonable and Jessica is an absolute joy to work with. Now I just can’t wait until a certain wedding in August. I have no doubt that it will be one of the best weddings that I have ever been fortunate enough to be a part of!

Kara Delay Events, Love This Day Events

Colorado Vintage Weddings

Love This Day + Colorado Vow Renewal

kara3830 — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:27:30 +0000

There are so many reasons to love this day. Tiffany and CR (of the lovely Brinton Studios) renewing their vows so their daughter could be a part – perfection. The Manor House - wonderful. Vera Wang Dress from Anna Be - yes, please. Gorgeous rentals from A Vintage Affair. A lush and lovely table scape focusing on neutral colors and textures (and feathers!) heavenly. Did I mentioned the marshmallow chandelier?? Divine . . .

I was absolutely honored and thrilled to work with Tiffany, CR and Bella to help create this pretty perfect day.

I really think the best part of the entire day was when Bella was finally allowed at the cake. :). There are simply not enough words to express how lovely this re-wedding day really was. Huge huge thank yous and love to Brinton Studios with Two One Photography for capturing this amazing day.

xoxo

kara delay, love this day events

colorado weddings

Amy and Dave’s purple Devil’s Thumb Ranch Wedding

kara3830 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:49:58 +0000

It’s pretty clear to anyone who has read any part of this blog that I LOVE weddings. All kinds – big weddings, small weddings, summer weddings, winter weddings. I just love every part of wedding days! But there is something so wonderful and kind and magical for me about weddings with kids. Weddings that are truly about solidifying a new and non-traditional family. Family weddings. So to Amy and Dave (and their pretty wonderful children) congratulations on your family. Thank you for trusting me with the design of this beautiful day. And thank you to Casey from Two One Photography and Devil’s Thumb Ranch!

Kara Delay Events, Love This Day Events

Colorado Weddings

Colorado Wedding Trends – Balsa Wood Flowers

kara3830 — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:36:25 +0000

I love these little bits of love! Balsa wood flowers are a delightful accent for your rustic ranch wedding! Use these balsa or sola wood flowers in your bouquets, in boutonnieres, centerpieces or even for your escort card display. I am so excited to show you how I am going to use them for an upcoming wedding at Devils Thumb Ranch — in the meantime – how would you use them?

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Tatum and Andy’s Engagement Session with In Photography

kara3830 — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:53:39 +0000

I can’t wait for Tatum and Andy’s April wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch! I actually met Tatum and Andy when they were visiting the Ranch in September while I was setting up Neysa and Scott’s wedding (honestly, they saw me moving all the decor from the outside ceremony site in the pouring rain while we were resetting the ceremony in the Timberhouse) Maybe that was it – they knew that I will hustle and make the day lovely! And I am tickled pink that In Photography is going to be onsite capturing this gorgeous day. Did I mention that the design is to die for??? Neutrals and balsa wood flowers . . . stay tuned for that one!!!

Tatum and Andy – you are going to love your wedding day!!!

Kara Delay Events, Love This Day Events

Devil’sThumb Ranch Weddings

Happy Anniversary Tiffaney and Dave!

kara3830 — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:45:01 +0000

Where did the past year go? It seems like just yesterday Tiffaney and Dave were playing like kids (in their wedding clothes) all over Winter Park and Devil’s Thumb Ranch! So it is with lots and lots of love that I share a few of these lovely wedding photos from Brinton Studios. To see the rest of this gorgeous day – check out the feature on Style Me Pretty!

I loved this day!

Kara Delay Events | Love This Day Events

Winter Park Colorado Weddings

Colorado Wedding Trends – Mad Libs

kara3830 — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 02:29:30 +0000

Who doesn’t love Mad Libs? I mean really – mad libs let your sense of humor and wit and silliness shine. And mad libs at a wedding are great idea for letting your guests show off just how funny they can be. For Emily and Dan’s wedding at the Grand Lake Lodge last summer, Emily added the couple’s wedding logo (made by the lovely Julie Sandusky of JSCustom Designs) to the top of the page and the guests did the rest. The result left everyone rolling down the aisle (yep – pun intended)

photo courtesy of Julie Afferbaugh

Kara Delay | Grand Lake Wedding Planner

Love This Day Events