Why not? It's our wedding and we wanted to do something that we would remember forever and it gives us the opportunity to check a few things off our bucket lists. We also hate wearing heels and dress shoes and much prefer our hiking boots or a pair of Chacos!
It started out as just the two of us eloping but slowly grew into what it is now: with less than 30 people there to celebrate us as individuals and as a couple. We think everyone invited will do anything it takes to add to the magic and mood we expect from this weekend of intimacy, fun, and people who won't complain 𝘵𝘰𝘰 much.
While we understand that asking you to travel is a lot, the "formal" wedding weekend will be from Friday June 5 until Sunday June 7. There will be some activities we encourage you join us for before and after our wedding day but we totally understand if an early departure is needed, we are just happy you could come in the first place!
Unfortunately, Grand Teton National Park has strict limitations in the amount of people for ceremonies and have already confirmed our numbers as of January. The same thing could be said for the property we are hosting on after the ceremony and with other people in the vicinty, space is limited and we want to respect the nature of where we are: comfort and intimacy.
Few exceptions are being made and will reflect on inviations with "Example Family" as opposed to "Mr. and Mrs. Example." This is also a matter of safety when you look at how we are doing a lot of things in an area known for way-too-close encounters with wildlife and the activities planned that aren't suitible for children.
Yes...but do keep in mind that this will be an outdoor ceremony with a little trail. Little-to-no seating but we will keep it short and sweet! For our reception, yes!
Garden Party attire is a great place to start! We would love to see everyone in blue but ask that blue jeans be left at home for another day and take a look at the 'Gallery' tab for some inspiration. Even though the ceremony is private, there are still pictures being taken throughout the night with everyone and we'd love to have you as our "something blue".
During this time of year, you can expect your day to be in the mid 60s-70s but it gets colder in the mid 30's to low 40's as the sun goes down. This will be an outdoor ceremony that takes place about an hour before sunset so layers or a cute, western blanket might be nice to have and to hold.
While this only applies to a select few, just know we really do wish everyone could attend and we really tried our best to overcome this hurdle of a private ceremony when we know you traveled so far. For that, we are very sorry and hope this doesn't dampen your spirits or experience like it has ours for us. For the few attending: we ask this be unplugged and phones put away on silent as we let our photographer work her magic! Carpooling will be easy and we ask everyone arrive 15 minutes early to walk ahead and gather before Bride joins.
Please be present and take in everything with us as the world is stashed away and silent in your pockets. There will actually be a livestream of the ceremony, as a way to help mend our little mistake, and don't want the attention taken away from the ceremony.
Even a quick text is very much appreciated but if you're more sentimental, then we recommend looking at our registry as we turn our house into a home and are looking to fill it with love; we are also including a few funds for future adventures, projects, and just in general as we start this new journey.
Yes! Yes! Yes! While we might not know what that is going to look like in great detail, we are hoping to have something planned before and after all the matrimonial mayhem at a later date!