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Maggie looked absolutely stunning on her wedding day. She wore the Jasmine bridal gown from Laudae and paired it with fun, fringed ankle strap heels.⁠⠀
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Photography: @jessicablex⁠⠀
Bridal Gown: @laudaebridal and @aandbe_bridalshop⁠⠀
Shoes: @chaosandharmonyshoes

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Designing Maggie + Matthew's wedding around the imagery of a "New Eden" included transforming the dining lodge at the top of The Little Nell in Aspen. We started with textured linen draping around the entire space. Custom lampshades painted with a chinoiserie pattern were hung around the existing light fixtures and accented with green vines to evoke the feeling of organic growth down the fixtures.⁠⠀
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The tables were draped with linen in a mixture of light blue and celadon colors. The centerpieces were arranged to look like artful still-life paintings with lush floral centerpieces accented with bowls of fruit. The regal place settings featured gold and blush tones, and the scalloped shape of the dinner charger tied in the design motif from the invitation suite.⁠⠀
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Photography: @jessicablex⁠⠀
Floral: @barerootflora⁠⠀
Draping: @littlemadevents⁠⠀
Venue: @thelittlenell

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I wanted to write a personal recap of 2019 and share it with you all on January 1, but I wasn't ready.

I needed more time to process and reflect. This past year has been filled with so much change and growth.
2019's theme for Lovestruck was JUST START. As someone who likes to take calculative and strategic action, I pushed myself to launch projects that weren't 100% polished to my standards, but I decided it was better to take action (with some hesitation and sweaty palms) then to wait for the perfect moment. And you know what? I lived to tell you what happened 🙂 In 2019...
- We said goodbye to our beautiful white brick office on Pacific Street. It was too small. The layout wasn't functional for us anymore, and most notably - it was almost impossible to move custom-built bars and installations up and down a glass staircase. Our 5 year lease expiration snuck up on us, and we didn't have a lot of time to figure out a solution, but my gut said it was time to design a new home for Lovestruck. So we moved EVERYTHING and worked out of my home closet as we completely renovated the new space (add in a slow permitting process and missed construction deadlines - try 3 months...). This all took place right as our 2019 wedding season kicked off. It was stressful. Our office space isn't perfectly designed (yet!), but we'll get there. - We launched Blueprint. We knew we had MORE to give our community, so we developed a new service that allows us to share our expertise with more Midwest couples. Soon after launch, we realized there was confusion about how Blueprint differed from Lovestruck. So we regrouped, moved Blueprint's services under Lovestruck so we could provide clear differentiation, and then I completely overhauled our website, all communication touch points, and implemented a CRM in 5 weeks. That was also exhausting, but those few months of uncertainty in Blueprint's infancy allowed us to learn the best way to fine tune our service offerings. - And now for a milestone that most of you don't know about...(continued in comments)

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Guests at Maggie + Matthew's wedding were served signature drinks from a wooden bar wrapped with a hand-painted chinoiserie mural. They were offered passed canapés as they enjoyed the breathtaking view from the top of the mountain. We couldn't think of a better way to spend cocktail hour!⁠
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Photography: @jessicablex

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From all of us here at Lovestruck, Merry Christmas! Our team is taking a little time off to enjoy the holidays after wrapping up an incredible 2019 wedding season. We'll be back at in in January putting the finishing touches on our Spring 2020 weddings.⁠
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We hope your holiday season is spent enjoying delicious food, good conversation, and great company. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!⁠
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Photography: @jessicablex

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We can't help but smile when we see these well-dressed llamas!⁠⠀
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At our bride, Maggie's, special request, we brought in llamas dapperly dressed in bow-ties and floral wreaths to provide a photo opportunity for guests during cocktail hour. Needless to say, this unique photo booth was a hit!⁠⠀
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Photography: @jessicablex

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These bridesmaids gowns from @joannaaugust were stunning against the Aspen mountain backdrop. The perfect mix of blue and mint, this Dream Weaver hue was woven through the whole wedding design. From the invitation suite to the custom chinoiserie murals, we incorporated this gorgeous color to create a cohesive look and feel throughout the entire celebration.⁠
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Photography: @jessicablex⁠
Bridesmaid Gowns: @readyorknot⁠
Bridesmaid Bouquets: @barerootflora

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Guests at Maggie + Matthew's wedding enjoyed cocktail hour at the top of Aspen Mountain on Little Nell’s Wedding Deck. Guests were greeted by a floral escort display designed to create a gateway to the most glorious view of the Aspen Highlands. The asymmetrical floral arch created an impactful entrance without impeding the breathtaking view. Custom-made lattices anchored the arch and featured diamond-shaped escort cards with foil-stamped fruit glyphs and hand-lettered seating assignments.⁠ The bar at the edge of the Wedding Deck was wrapped in a custom painted chinoiserie canvas. ⁠⠀
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Photography: @jessicablex⁠⠀
Floral: @barerootflora⁠⠀
Hand-lettering: @cheryldyercalligraphy⁠⠀
Venue: @thelittlenell⁠⠀

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I would have never thought this possible!⁠
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When I launched Lovestruck in 2011, I always thought I would be a one woman show (with my talented graphic designer, Allison, helping me out as her side hustle.) Three years in, I was drowning in work, and my sister joined me out of sheer compassion and a desire to see me achieve balance in my life. ⁠
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Flash forward a couple more years, and I brought on the rest of these women pictured here. Most of them started as interns, and I just couldn't let their talent and charisma go, so I created permanent positions for them. ⁠
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This Thanksgiving I am overwhelmed with gratitude for each of them. ⁠
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So as a small thank you: ⁠
- Lindsay (sis): you are the true heart of Lovestruck. You keep Lovestruck operating as I focus on perfecting every single client touchpoint, as I dream about future opportunities, and as I obsess over our clients' wedding designs. You are this business's unsung hero. ⁠
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- Shelby: you are one of our newest team members, but your impact has blown me away. You bring such a unique skill set to our team, and I love your enthusiasm for process, your motherly instincts, and your ability to tackle any challenge.⁠
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- Peyton: I am so excited to see what your future holds in this industry. Your courage, compassion, and ingenuity are awe-inspiring. ⁠
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- Gabi (gaba-gyver): Your industry expertise (and overall life expertise) are beyond appreciated. And your ability to problem solve in the thick of high-intensity production is remarkable.⁠
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- Rachael: I feel so lucky to have been able to spend more time with you during our destination productions. Learning about your interests and amazing sense of humor have been a highlight of this wedding season.⁠
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Allison: You have been with me since almost Day ONE. Your talent and efficiency are truly one in a million. ⁠You are Lovestruck's secret sauce, and I don't know what I would do without you.⁠
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Syd (not pictured): You are one of the kindest humans I have ever met. Your energy is contagious, and we are so fortunate to have you in our work family.⁠
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Photography: @jessicablex

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We can't get over this stunning bridal bouquet by @barerootflora.⁠ The mix of colors and textures perfectly embodied the "New Eden" imagery woven through Maggie + Matthew's entire wedding and reception.⁠
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Photography: @jessicablex

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Maggie & Matthew chose St. Mary’s Church in Aspen, Colorado for their traditional nuptials. The catholic church underwent major renovation in 2018 in which the church employed architectural specialists from New York to restore the 125 year old building. Muralists artfully filled the sanctuary with ethereal, nature-inspired paintings.⁠⠀
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When asked about the inspiration for the renovation, the local priest described entering the church as “entering the New Eden, the New Paradise with one foot on earth and one foot in Heaven”.⁠⠀
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Drawing similarities between this divine visual concept and the things Maggie and Matthew love about Aspen – the harmonious mix of humble, rugged surroundings with breathtaking, otherworldly beauty – we designed their entire wedding celebration around the “New Eden” imagery.⁠⠀
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Photography: @jessicablex⁠⠀
Floral: @barerootflora

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There's nothing sweeter than the first few moments as newlyweds ❤️⁠⠀
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Following their ceremony and an appearance at cocktail hour, Katie changed into a second wedding gown while PK swapped out his black tux jacket for a white one. ⁠⠀
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We found an open field full of wild flowers nearby and captured the couple's first moments as a married couple before they made their grand entrance at the reception.⁠ How adorable are these two!?⠀
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Photography: @meghansavagephoto

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The mountains surrounding Snowmass, Colorado provided a stunning backdrop for @ktluporiduncan + PK's wedding ceremony. We customized the view with a floral arch designed by @tingefloral and an assortment of Aspens and other trees native to the area.⁠ A 60 foot ivory sisal runner added to the raised ceremony aisle's simplistic design, complementing the wild, but refined floral arch.⁠⠀
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Photography: @meghansavagephoto

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Katie and PK’s wedding design combined their love of clean, modern, artful design with the organic and rugged qualities of the mountains that surround Snowmass, Colorado. We incorporated linear elements into the stationery based on the architecture of Toro, the dining space at The Viceroy Snowmass.⁠⠀
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Perhaps our favorite piece from their stationery suite was the multipurpose ceremony programs. They included an escort card wrap that instructed guests on their dinner table assignments and secured a pair of sunglasses to the back of the programs for the outdoor ceremony.⁠⠀
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Photography: @meghansavagephoto
Stationery: @artifactuprising
Floral: @tingefloral

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Snowmass provided the perfect backdrop for these stunning velvet bridesmaids gowns from @jennyyoonyc. We loved the rich English Rose hue, mix of styles, and the depth it added to the overall wedding design.⁠⠀
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These friends traveled from all over to celebrate Katie + PK's wedding day in Colorado. We worked with the couple to plan a full weekend of events to maximize their time with loved ones, including a rehearsal dinner and welcome event. It always brings us such joy to watch friends and family gather to honor the new couple.⁠⠀
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Photography: @meghansavagephoto
Florals: @tingefloral
Hair & Makeup: @gambuti.robson
Bridesmaid Dresses: @readyorknot

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Our 2019 wedding season has come to an end, just in time for us to enjoy the fall weather and some extra time with our families. We're also gearing up for the 2020 wedding season, which will be in full swing before we know it!⁠⠀
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If you need us, we'll be knee deep in wedding design over the next few months. Countless hours go into crafting every event before we present the custom design to our couples. We treat every wedding as if it were our own, which includes thinking through every possible detail during the design process. All the time we put into it is well worth it when we're finally able to present the design and see the couple's reaction.⁠⠀
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Photography: @ashleycrawford

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Cheers to the weekend!

Photography: @jessicablex

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I wish this photo had touch technology (if that’s even a thing). Then you could really appreciate all of the layered textures of the @latavolalinen, @ultrapom plates, and gold foil menus. We love to think about how wedding guests will experience a space with all five senses and how we can elevate that experience.
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This week marks our last wedding of 2019 😮 We are so excited to produce Kelley and Sayfe’s big day at Joslyn Art Museum.
If you want to see highlights from our biggest wedding productions of 2019, click on our story highlight “2019 Season”. We are so proud of the work our team has accomplished over the past 6 months.
Photography: @jessicablex

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The perfect cocktail napkin for a couple of runners.
We are out at Dismal River Resort producing Andrea and Adams vow renewal today. Follow along in our stories to see all of the behind the scenes!

Photography: @jessicablex

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Sometimes I have to hop on Instagram and shamelessly gush about our awesome clients. This is Maggie and Ben. They were a dream to work with. They trusted our design and planning expertise which allowed us to do our thing. That trust in our abilities also gave them room to completely soaked up and enjoy their day. Wishing you the best Maggie and Ben!

Photography: @jessicablex

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We ❤️❤️❤️ how @tingefloral incorporated fruit and native Colorado floral into Katie and PKs rehearsal dinner centerpieces! The guests enjoyed an alfresco meal surrounded by the mountains and good company.
We CANNOT wait to share photos from the wedding day 😍

Photography: @meghansavagephoto

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Bouts all lined up and ready for the wedding day! We worked with Mark @bouquetomaha to select a variety of flowers of similar scale and complementary colors to create a batch of unique boutonnières for Ryan’s groomsmen.
Photography: @jessicablex

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A closer look at the interior of Betsy and Ryan’s wedding tent.
Photographer: @jessicablex
Florist: @bouquetomaha
Linens: @latavolalinen
Chairs: @nostalgiarentals
Specialty Rentals: @ultrapom
Tent: Lincoln Tent
Draping and Lighting: @402eventservices