Wedding Date: March 18th, 2023
Gown Designer: Private Collection by Bateau Bridal Boutique
Jumpsuit Designer: Willowby by Watters
Venue: Alyeska Resort
Photographer: Kenzie Mehan with Bare Bones Creatives
Wedding Planner/Coordinator: Lorell David with I Do Events
DJ: Eric Robinson with Alaska Professional Entertainment
Menswear: Men's Warehouse
Florist: Alina with Lily of the Valley
Hair and Makeup: Hair by Mandy Leslie with Behind the Bangs, Makeup by Tiffanee with Vibe Artistry
Cake: Anita with Midnight Sun Cakery
Tailor: Celeste with Celestial Designs
Favorite part of your gown: “I felt like a queen, I looked strong and beautiful. It was bold, elegant, and special. Simply special.”
Why did you pick your dress: “I fell in love with how I looked and felt in it, we were able to tweak the underlay to make the details pop. I felt like a prettier version of myself.”
The best part of the venue: “Gorgeous snowy mountain views.”
Why did you pick your venue: “One lovely place for people to ski, snowboard, and visit the spa for our wedding weekend! We love Girdwood.”
Three words to describe your day: “Love & Festive & Glamour!”
Inspiration for the day: “Moody and romantic, a pinch of Morticia Adams, a heavy dose of Great Gatsby, a dash of Noir, a smattering of Ethereal, and a healthy pour of Glamour.”
How you met: “We met training submission grappling.”
How they proposed: “Elliot proposed at our home, in our kitchen, with our perfect dog as our witness.”
Any other fun memories / moments from the day: “Dancing to "can't take my eyes off of you" for our grand exit, what a magical party it was!”