Ciera, Author at Lucky Penny Event Planning

Crested Butte Horseback Ride Wedding Proposal

When Hascal’s mother and sister-in-law reached out to Lucky Penny with intentions of planning an amazing proposal, the LP team had no idea just how extravagant this proposal was going to be. When it came to the execution, Tim knew that he wanted to propose during their first visit to Crested Butte. Because Hascal grew up on a ranch where she enjoyed riding horses, a horseback ride at Fantasy Ranch seemed like the perfect setting to pop the question. Wait until see all of these amazing images from this Crested Butte horseback ride wedding proposal.

Southwest Wedding Vibes at Cement Creek Ranch in Crested Butte

Southwest Wedding Vibes at Cement Creek Ranch in Crested Butte was the inspiration behind this off-the-grid styled photoshoot. Cement Creek Ranch’s 100-acre property that includes a semicircle barn was a perfect fit for the vision behind this shoot that was published on Rocky Mountain Bride’s online blog. Burgundy, tan, yellows, and deep teals united to uniquely tie all of the elements together.

Jules + Jeff | Mountain-Top Fall Wedding | Ten Peaks, Crested Butte

Snow-dusted mountain peaks and fallen aspen leaves created an authentic effect for this gorgeous, mountain rustic wedding. Jules and Jeff’s closest friends and family were intimately welcomed by mid-October in Crested Butte. The couple opted for a private first look at the Ten Peaks venue on Mt. Crested Butte.

Katie + Josh’s Elopement in Golden Aspen Trees

Katie and Josh invited one attendee, Chewy, their Bernese mountain dog. Katie’s one requirement was to be surrounded by golden aspen trees. Late September in Crested Butte, is the peak for fall colors.

Melissa + Zach’s Mountain Top Wedding at Ten Peaks, Crested Butte Colorado

Ten Peaks is a relaxed mountaintop venue that oozes mountain elegance and takes “mountaintop wedding” to a whole new level. Melissa and Zach celebrated their love at this breathtaking Crested Butte venue. This wedding, styled by the Bride’s sister and owner of Ali Fortunato Botanics + Styling, Ali Fortunato, had a personalized airy feel. With Ashley Sawtelle behind the camera, it was a day for the books!

2017 Lucky Penny Events Year-End Review

This year was filled with whirlwind moments and utter joy. It was sincerely Lucky Penny’s best year yet. Between May 28 and October 14, me and my growing team successfully designed, planned, coordinated and executed 18 weddings and rehearsals, one two-day bike race, one three-day business retreat, one wedding proposal and four photo shoots.

Lucky Penny’s Projections on 2018 Wedding Trends

As I reflect on the 2017 wedding season, I look forward to 2018 wedding trends and am giving you seven wedding prediction sneak peaks of my own!

Kellie + Mike’s One of a Kind Mountainside Wedding in Crested Butte

Oh…my…goodness. Kellie and Mike’s wedding day left me breathless! This mountainside wedding in Crested Butte was a highlight of my 2017 wedding season.

The dress, the staggering mountain peaks, the hanging florals, and overall vibe of this wedding makes it absolutely one of a kind.

Nicole + Ryan’s Boho Crested Butte Wedding

Today I’m sharing Nicole and Ryan’s bohemian mountain wedding that checks-off every boho element in the book. A glorious venue in the mountains, hanging crochet the bride made, household plants the couple brought from California, an exuberant flower crown, BBQ aprons (okay, maybe not so boho) and an ethereal goddess bride.

Steps to Running a Wedding Rehearsal

Not having wedding rehearsal game plan can make even the coolest bride sweat. If you have hired a wedding planner, ask if the contract covers their attendance at your rehearsal. This will allow key people to meet your planner and/or their staff and they will run the rehearsal. If you don’t have a planner, below are eight-steps to run a smooth trial run.