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From Inspiration to Reality: The Design

February 8th. 2010 by Abby Larson | Filed Under | 23 comments

I would pretty much do anything to see a wedding inspired by today’s photo shoot. I would probably get on my hands and knees and BEG one of you super stylish brides out there to design a day that looks just like this. A little bit punk rock, a little bit high fashion…totally and completely glam. The inspiration board that started it all was a lesson in all things chic, and James Christianson Photography, RSVP Shindig, Anna Be Bridal Boutique, Delilah’s of Denver and a whole slew of other vendors (see full list below) took it to an ENTIRELY new level…

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from inspiration to reality

from inspiration to reality

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from inspiration to reality

The vendors for our shoot unanimously chose the ultra glam, romantic style board created by Annie Packman. In Colorado we all have clients that love the rustic elegance in their design choices. So we all were ecstatic to bring to life a style board that was something so different than what we all typically work on. It was a challenge that we embraced!

Clock Tower Events is a new venue to downtown Denver. Prior to 1950 the Daniel & Fisher Department store was the ‘crown jewel’ of the Denver skyline. In the 1960’s after financial ruin the building was set to be demolished. Due to immense effort from preservationist in the early 1970’s Denver was able to save the actual Clock tower from being destroyed. Listed now on the National Register of Historic Places, it nightly lights up the Denver skyline and is remains a defining building for downtown. Thanks to Holly Kylberg the owner of the top five floors of the Clock Tower, we were able to use the space for our shoot. Once everyone saw the clock faces, the interiors along with the gorgeous mirrored mantles and fireplaces chosen by Holly we all knew that it was the perfect spot to shoot in.

Photography by James Christianson Photography / Event Design by RSVP Shindig / Fashion by Anna Be Bridal Boutique / Delilah’s of Denver / Sweet Letter Press / Carissa Beauty / Venue, Clock Tower Events / Video by Kevin Von Qualen / Headpiece by Sarah Gabriel / Calligraphy by Designs Girl / Sweet Treats by D Bar Desserts / Rentals by Butler Rents / Linens BBJ Linen / Belt, Earrings and Bracelets by Haute Bride / Shoes by Prada / Bridesmaids Dress by Jenny Yoo / Bridesmaids Earrings by Meg Jewelry / Men’s Ties by Kannon’s Clothing of Wendell / Wedding Gown by Vera Wang

James Christianson Photographer, RSVP Shindig, Anna Bé, Delilah's Flowers of Denver, Sweet Letter Press, Carissa Beauty and Jenny Yoo are members of our Little Black Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.
Sara Gabriel, Jenny Yoo and Vera Wang are members of our Look Book. For more information on how members are chosen, click here.


23 Comments about “From Inspiration to Reality: The Design”

  1. Love...love...love the pink + black accents...so glam :-)

  2. Literally blown away - its everything and more than I could have hoped for my inspiration board!

  3. The photo of the bride in front of the clock is just AMAZING! Really, really like the idea of clocks now as a motif!

  4. I love this combination of the dramatic black and white with the unexpected softer palette. Fantastic job! It kind of has a Parisian look to it. way cool Annie!!!

  5. Shawna says:

    I love the invitation and florals! more more please :)

  6. LOVE her Vera Wang gown!! The photos with the clock in the background are so beautiful!

  7. jenna walker says:

    Wow! Well done EVERYONE! The images are beautiful - the inspired look is incredible! And that dress!!!! LOVE it! You guys all did an amazing job! I LOVE the floral too! CONGRATS!

  8. So much style infused in every detail! Beautiful job...the clock motif added so much drama. And that calligraphy is to-die-for!

  9. Lindsay says:

    Wow! Beautiful! Who did the bouquet? I'm in love!

    Newly engaged in Denver and feeling inspired...

  10. Elaine says:

    Hi Lindsay. The flowers are by Delilah's of Denver: http://www.flowersofdenver.com/

  11. Oh my gosh, LOVE!!! What an incredible shoot!

  12. Michelle says:

    !!! This is such a beautiful shoot! I love the color combo- it's edgy yet classic. Love it!

  13. Michelle says:

    Can someone tell me the style name of the dress? Can't find it on Vera Wang's wesbite...

  14. bridal girl says:

    Wow! I love the gown! So beautiful. The black ribbon looks so sexy and amazing and the gown is to die for! Go girl!

  15. Lindsay says:

    Thanks Elaine!

  16. breanna says:

    Hey Michelle - The gown is from Vera's newest 2010 Fall collection set to hit stores in March/April.

  17. Michelle says:

    Thanks Breanna!

  18. Libby says:

    Where are the earrings from?! I need them!

  19. Krystle says:

    Love the "time" theme!

  20. Mildred says:

    I loooove all of it! Who did her hair? It's so modern and glamorous!

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