Kelsey & Adam's Breckenridge Wedding

January 6, 2017

Kelsey & Adam's "Brepic" Weekend

Kelsey & Adam met on a ski trip. It doesn't get more Colorado than that? These two got married at Beaver Run Resort, a beautiful mountain resort in Breckenridge. The ceremony took place on the back lawn at Beaver run. The couple was married by their good friend Jared, under the beautiful birch tree hoopah their family had built for them. The two exchanged their own vows that made even a seasoned vet like me shed a tear. The couple sealed the deal with a kiss and the ceremonial smashing of the glass. The party moved upstairs to the Copper Top Bar located at the base of Peak 9 while the newlyweds snuck off into the forest to capture some of these incredible photos. .After cocktail hour the guests enjoyed their dinners and some emotional toasts from the bridal party. Everyone in the room was so happy for these two to finally be married. The reception was filled with good music and dancing, which quickly led to the couple and their families being hoisted in the air for the horrah! The bride wanted her wedding to feel as joyous and as fun as a getaway ski weekend and her guests got just that.

Photography: Friends & Lovers

Florist: Petunia & Rose

Coordination: Promise Event Planners

Venue: Beaver Run Resort

Catering: Beaver Run Resort

Cake & Desserts: Blue Moon Bakery

Alcohol: Beaver Run Resort

Hotel & Accommodations: Beaver Run Resort

DJ/Band: Drew Reges

Cemented in Love Industrial Styled Shoot

December 27, 2016

Exposed beams, concrete, & brick oh my!

When I met my favorite photographer friend, Kristen, we immediately hit it off. We spent multiple meetings at Fluid Coffee Bar drinking far too much coffee and brainstorming far too many ideas to narrow down a real vision for our styled shoot. We decided to find the perfect dress for our model, Madison, and that the dress would direct the vision for the shoot. We basically hit the jackpot when we found this Liancarlo dress. From there we did a complete 180 on what we thought we wanted to do and created an entirely new concept. Our Cemented in Love industrial styled shoot was inspired by clean lines, light blues and grays, and an effortless simplicity that speaks volumes. We wanted the location to be broken down and industrial and we found just that in the heart of Downtown Denver. Madison and her hubby were truly the stars of the shoot and their newly wedded bliss shows in each and every frame. See all of the photos here. Thank you to all of the vendors that made this possible! (Credits at the bottom)

Design & Coordination: Promise Event Planners

Photography: Kristen Pierson Phototography

Dress and Jewelry: Liancarlo from Little White Dress

Makeup: Megan Cary Artistry

Flowers: Bella Calla

Cake: Tee & Cakes Boulder

Suit: Nordstrom Topshop

Film developed and Scanned by The Find Lab

The Promise Gift Guide For The Bride In Your Life

December 20, 2016

I know that I'm not the only one...

Running around like a crazy person and scrambling to figure out what to get my friends and loved ones for Christmas. With only 5 more days 'til the fat guy screams "HO HO HO" let us help you out. This isn't the gift guide for your grandma, your dad, or that hot guy from the office, but for the bride in your life. Check out these super simple and super affordable gifts that will leave your blushing bride saying "OMG! You're the best!"

Kate Spade Idiom Bangle $58

You really cant go wrong with Kate Spade. This sweet bangle was designed with the bride in mind. It is delicately engraved with cute sayings like cue the confetti, cheers, kiss the bride, tie the knot, toss the bouquet, and cut the cake. It comes in 12 Karat gold or sterling silver, so you really cant lose. Give your girl this gift and get her excited for her happily ever after.

First Christmas Ornament $19

Kind of like a babies first Christmas ornament...but better. Being engaged is such an amazing time and it flies by in the blink of an eye. Remember it forever with this sweet personalized gift. Nothing says Christmas spirit like an ornament!

Bride To Be Stemless Wine Glass $16

Bottoms up bride! After a long day of work, play, or planning a wedding, nothing is better than a (large) glass of wine. This right here will give her 20 ounces of pure happiness. There is no shame in a heavy pour. Why not have bride etched on absolutely everything while she still can.

Custom Return Address Stamp $45

Help a sista out and buy the bride in your life a custom return address stamp like this one from flourish design co. on Etsy. She will thank you later when she's sending out all those save the dates, invitations, & thank you cards. Life, saved.

A Spa Day (Prices May Vary)

Planning a wedding is stressful, and sometimes we take on that stress physically. Be the best, best friend ever and give the gift that every bride needs. Book this for just the bride, the bride and her fiancé, or you can slightly selfishly give her a bff spa day (no shame in your game girl). We love A New Spirit in DOwntown Denver. They offer massages, sensory deprivation tanks, acupuncture, and lots of other incredible treatments. Thank me later.

OMG, You're Engaged Wine Bottle Labels $8 (Wine Not Included, ugh)

Because why not give your bestie what she really needs, more wine. Purchase these adorable labels and add them to your brides favorite bottles of wine. If your lucky, she might even pop a cork and share her gift with you. Can't beat that!

His & Hers Mugs $32

Because coffee, duh. These his and hers mugs are a classic and should be a staple in any newlyweds home. This gift is simple, timeless, and a perfect thinking of you gift.

Future Mrs Headband $9

Monogramed Ring Dish $9

Bling, bling, I got the ring is right! Get your girl even more excited about the bachelorette party to come with this future mrs headband! This is the more understated approach to the bachelorette sash, but don't worry your girl will still get free drinks all night long. With this shiny gold number on her pretty little head, you cant go wrong. I bought one of my bride friends a pink one like this in a boutique in Denver and she just loved it.

Someone put a ring on it and now she needs a place to store it. Keep her shiny, new ring safe by buying her this keepsake dish that she will keep forever & ever.

So run along and get dashing through the snow to get the bride in your life something she will really love. With gifts like this, you will definitely be on the nice list. Maybe even the bridesmaid list! Eek!

She & Company Podcast

November 28, 2016

How lucky are we?

We were lucky enough to be interviewed for the She & Company Podcast! The creator of the podcast, Karli Jones of Ivory & Vine Event Co, is a long time friend so we jumped at the chance! Listen to her podcast below!

This week on the show I have the owner of Promise Event Planners, Payton Bernstine. Promise Event Planners is a wedding planning company based in Denver, Colorado. In this episode, Payton gives us some insight into what it was like to start her own company right out of college, and what the wedding industry is like in the state of Colorado!

Starting your own wedding planning business is tough, but Payton has found a way to manage both a full-time job and her passionate side hustle, hoping to grow her company each day through hard work and networking. Currently, she works as a one-woman team with day-of assistants, and loves having that aspect of control over each scenario that comes her way.

Payton even touches on the benefits of having a creative significant other, and how they both push each other to grow and follow their passions. They even work together on some of her weddings and events!

Payton is extremely passionate about owning her own business and wouldn't have it any other way. Come and hear her advice for owning your own company and living a life that you love!

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review on iTunes! Links to the episode can be found below:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/she-company-podcast/id1176118611
https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Iwhjig57tcyrwyo3rrngrosgojq
http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=124267&refid=stpr

Megan & Nick's Family Cabin Wedding

November 10, 2016

Were gettin' all comfy cozy with this Allenspark couple

Nick & Megan were married at Megan's family cabin on August 6, 2016. Although we are so lucky to have a surplus of wedding venues in Colorado, there is something so personal about getting married on a private property. Especially a property that has the memories of a family cabin. Megan and her bridesmaids got ready in the living room of the cabin and they all enjoyed tea while they sat in their flannels to get their hair and make up done. The couple decided not only to do a first look, but to read their vows privately in the forest to one another. Megan said this was by far the most memorable part of their day. (I want all my brides who are questioning whether or not to do a first look to take Megan's advice and be true to yourself. At the end of the day, tradition isn't everything.) The ceremony took place underneath the couples covered back patio. The breath taking views of the Colorado pines made for a pretty amazing background. The guests moved to the tent for dinner served by A Catered Event with Connie. The farm tables provided by Harvest Table company looked gorgeous covered in a custom greenery and rose bud garland. The desserts were all provided by Megan and Nick's family members and showcased all of their family favorites. And yes the pink cupcakes are as amazing as they look. The couple ended their night with a stay in the historical Stanley Hotel. These two are so in love and it really showed throughout their entire day. We miss this couple already!