Salt Lake City Wedding Photographers - 15th Street Art Gallery

April 16th, 2013

Jane + Dane
April 6, 2013
15th Street Art Gallery

BEFORE THE WEDDING
Where do you live?
Jane grew up in a military family in Clearfield, Utah, near Hill Air Force Base. She later moved to Salt Lake City in order to shorten her commute to work; this is where she met Dane. Dane has lived in the Sugarhouse area for his whole life. They now reside in the Sugarhouse area in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Occupations:
Groom:Data Analyst
Bride: Database Specialist
How the couple met:
It was an office romance
What attracted her to him:
Jane as initially attracted to Dane's witty sense of humor and his kindness.
What attracted him to her:
Dane was initially attracted to Jane's independence and maturity, her beauty and her drive.
How he proposed:
Love was known and nothing special was needed to be said and so plainly put, our date was set.
Bridal shower/Bachelorette party:
The bridal shower took place at Mindful Women Day Spa in Ogden, Utah. All the guests received spa treatments, including pedicures, massages and facials while they ate brunch goodies and sipped on mimosas. The spa day was followed by lunch at Zucca Trattoria. There was no bachelorette party.
Bachelor party:
Dinner at Desert Edge Brewery followed by cocktails at Twilight Lounge. The party was fueled by an atmosphere of good drink, food, people, conversation and the thought of Dane's future wife never leaving his mind.WEDDING
Ceremony Place:
15th Street Gallery
Date:
April 6, 2013
Number of guests:
110
The bride's wardrobe details:
I didn't want to buy a dress that I would only wear once. I decided on a formal gown in a dusty rose color with flower applique details on the sleeves. I fell in love with trendy rose gold shoes.
The groom's wardrobe details:
Charcoal suit with tie matching brides dress. Heirloom cuff links inherited by grandfather with B engraving details.

RECEPTION
Reception Place:
15th Street Gallery
Wedding music:
Bride and Groom self-compiled playlist
First Dance Song:
"You Are The Best Thing" by Ray Lemontagne
Menu:
Celebration Chicken Tenders, Coconut Shrimp, Rosemary Foccacia Sandwich Squares, Vegetable Crudités Platter, Z-stem Martini Salads in Strawberry Pistachio Salad and Caprese Salad, Gelato Shooters in Raspberry Sorbet, Cookies n Cream and Pistachio
Cake:
Cake flavors included red velvet cake, yellow pound cake with coconut creme filling and almond cake with raspberry jam filling.
Colors:
Dusty rose, champagne, eggplant, silver
Theme:
Classic James Bond
Flowers:
Tulips, Sahara Roses, Black Calla Lilies, Dusty Miller, Flowering Eucalyptus
Favors:
Jacques Torres Chocolates, 4 piece Signature Favor Box containing flavors: Love Potion #9, LoveBug, Dark Heart of Passion, Milk Caramel
Décor elements:
Flowers, candles, art

The day in three words:
Party, dance, love
What was the weather like on your wedding day?
Mostly sunny with a cool breeze.
What was the most memorable moment of your wedding?
The exchanging of wedding vows.
What is the best advice you can give to a couple that is planning?
The ability to accept a tentative schedule and to enjoy whatever happens.
What was your favorite photo moment?
The candid first dance photos.
What did you like the most about working with OpieFoto?
Her professional, no-nonsense approach to capturing all of the important moments of our wedding.
How did you tame those wedding day nerves?
With a stiff drink.
Where did you have your honeymoon?
Anaheim, CA. Disneyland
What was the most memorable moment of your honeymoon?
We are waiting to go on our honeymoon until we are done with school (May 2013).


VENDORS
Rings:
The wedding bands were purchased at Stroud Jewelers. The engagement ring was purchased in India. 
Invitations:
Handmade by Bride and Groom
Rehearsal dinner:
David's Kitchen
Guest book:
Capture the Moment Photo Booths
Photography:
OPIEFOTO
Bridal gown:
BCBG Max Azria
Shoes, Veil, Jewelery:
Shoes:Sam Edelman
Hair and Makeup:
Brides hair was done by Alex Crabtree. Brides makeup was done by Jillyn Leone Neslen
Bridesmaids' dresses:
Two of the bridesmaids bought their dresses at Lily and Iris. One bought hers from Macy's. 
Groom's Tux/Suit:
Suit was purchased at Men's Warehouse, tie was purchased at Hugo Boss.
Flowers:
Bride and friends made the table centerpieces; the flowers were bought at Ensign Wholesale Floral. Botanica made the bridal party bouquets, boutonnieres and corsages. 
Decorations and rentals:
Diamond Rental provided the linens. Bride and groom supplied the remainder of the decorations. Along with some decorations provided by 15th Street Gallery.
Catering:
Utah Celebrations Catering
Cake:
Family friend, Paulette Martin Goto
Venue:
15th Street Gallery
Entertainment/Music:
Photo booth was provided for entertainment by Capture the Moment Photo Booths. Music was a compilation of music gathered by the bride, groom and friends. The ceremony song was produced by our good friend Jason Jay Brown, member of Background Noise Crew.
Wedding favors:
Jacques Torres Chocolate, New York
Wedding planner:
Bride and Groom
Officiant:
Reverend Christopher
Transportation:
Private shuttle provided by Salt Lake City Marriott, University Park
Guest lodging:
Our guests stayed at Salt Lake City Marriott, University Park.
Wedding Registry:
MyRegistry.com