Lizzy & PJ

A BREATHTAKING VAIL WEDDING ON THE MOUNTAIN DECK

When it comes to Colorado mountain weddings, nothing compares to a Vail wedding! Lizzy and PJ’s celebration was the perfect example of mountain magic. Their stunning day featured a ceremony on the iconic Vail Mountain Wedding Deck. The festivities continued with a chic tented reception at Arrabelle Square. Honestly, we’re still swooning over every single detail!

The incredible journey their guests experienced made this celebration extra special. Picture this: guests taking a scenic gondola ride up the mountain. Then they got to witness the couple exchange vows at the summit. The Vail Mountain Wedding Deck provided breathtaking 360-degree views of the Colorado Rockies. There’s something magical about celebrating love at 11,000 feet above sea level!

The Vail Mountain Wedding Deck offers spectacular ceremony views. This outdoor mountain venue makes every celebration feel like a fairy tale. For Lizzy and PJ, the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains provided the most stunning backdrop imaginable.

After their mountaintop ceremony, the celebration continued in the village. We created an elegant tented reception at Arrabelle Square. The combination of dramatic mountain ceremony and sophisticated village reception created a complete luxury mountain experience.

THE MAGIC OF VAIL WEDDING MOUNTAIN DECK CEREMONIES

Planning a ceremony on the Vail Mountain Wedding Deck is one of our favorites! There’s something so romantic about saying vows surrounded by the Colorado Rockies. The Event Deck sits at the top of the mountain, and it accommodates up to 180 seated guests. Those incredible 360-degree views make every photo absolutely breathtaking.

The natural setting enhances every moment of mountain ceremonies. The dramatic mountain peaks create a powerful backdrop. Alpine meadows and endless sky make your ceremony feel larger than life. We kept the ceremony decor simple and elegant. This allowed the natural beauty to be the star of the show.

The logistics create part of what makes the experience so special. Guests take the gondola up to the mountain. This creates anticipation and adventure you can’t replicate elsewhere. The gondola ride becomes part of the experience. Guests are already taking in the spectacular mountain views!

Weather and Seasonal Tips

One tip for couples considering a mountain ceremony: embrace the mountain weather! The alpine climate can be unpredictable. There’s something romantic about exchanging vows with mountain breeze and fresh air. We always plan for weather contingencies. Every mountain ceremony we’ve planned has been absolutely perfect!

The seasonal availability runs mid-June through mid-September. This means celebrating during Colorado’s most beautiful weather. Summer offers wildflower blooms and lush green landscapes. Those perfect blue-sky days make every photo look like a postcard!

MODERN ELEGANCE MEETS MOUNTAIN CHARM

For their reception at Arrabelle Square, Lizzy and PJ wanted sophisticated and fun vibes. The tented reception space created an intimate setting in the heart of the village. We achieved indoor celebration elegance with special outdoor mountain atmosphere.

One of our favorite design elements was the striking black and white checkered dance floor! This bold choice perfectly captured their vision of modern elegance with timeless charm. The geometric pattern created a sophisticated focal point. It provided the perfect backdrop for dancing photos. This fun twist on traditional decor really reflected their personalities!

The floral design was absolutely stunning. Lush green and white arrangements perfectly complemented the natural mountain setting. We love how organic shapes contrasted beautifully with the geometric dance floor pattern. This created visual interest throughout the reception space.

Personalized touches reflected who they are as a couple. Including cameos of their beloved dog Olive added heartwarming elements. We always love when couples find ways to include their fur babies!

Entertainment and Energy

For entertainment, Lizzy and PJ chose a DJ/Saxophone duo. This brought incredible energy to their celebration! Live music combined with DJ beats creates a dynamic soundscape. Everyone gets on the dance floor! The saxophone added sophisticated touch that matched the elegant mountain vibe.

THE PERFECT OUTFIT CHANGES

Can we talk about how absolutely stunning Lizzy looked throughout the day?! One of our favorite trends is the bridal outfit change. Lizzy totally nailed it! Different looks for ceremony and reception work perfectly for mountain celebrations.

We often recommend considering outfit changes for mountain celebrations. The mountain ceremony and village reception create different atmospheres. The Vail Mountain Wedding Deck calls for something that photographs beautifully. The reception is all about comfort and movement for dancing.

The beauty of multiple venues naturally provides opportunities for special moments. Lizzy had her romantic mountain ceremony look. Then she surprised guests with a completely different reception vibe! It was a fun way to show different sides of her personality. When planning outfit changes, we ensure timing flows seamlessly. The transition from mountain deck to village reception provides perfect opportunity.

VENUE OPTIONS FOR YOUR CELEBRATION

One thing we absolutely love is the incredible variety of venue options available! The resort offers everything from intimate mountaintop ceremonies to grand village celebrations. This makes it possible to create the perfect celebration for any couple’s vision and guest count.

Mountain Venues

For couples dreaming of a Vail Mountain Wedding Deck ceremony, the Holy Cross Event Deck is unbeatable. This venue accommodates up to 180 seated guests. Gondola transportation comes included as part of the package. The 360-degree mountain views are simply breathtaking!

The 10th is the most luxurious on-mountain venue. It offers contemporary elegance with floor-to-ceiling windows. Stunning mountain views accommodate up to 180 guests. Eagle’s Nest provides panoramic mountain views for up to 250 guests. This makes it perfect for larger celebrations.

Village Venues

For more intimate celebrations, village venues offer sophisticated settings. Cucina accommodates up to 80 guests. The Great Room at Arrabelle hosts up to 60 guests. The variety of options means every couple can find perfect venue combinations.

Planning Tips

One of our top tips: embrace the mountain adventure! The gondola rides and alpine setting become part of your story. The dramatic elevation changes add to your experience. We encourage couples to think about their celebration as a complete mountain experience.

Another essential tip: work with vendors who understand mountain logistics. Having experienced mountain vendors makes all the difference. From planning coordination to hair and makeup that handles mountain conditions!

THE COMPLETE VAIL WEDDING MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE

What makes these celebrations so special isn’t just stunning mountain scenery. It’s the complete luxury mountain experience that the resort provides. As Colorado’s premier mountain resort destination, it offers world-class amenities. Sophisticated dining options combine with outdoor adventure and luxury sophistication.

For destination guests, the resort offers an incredible weekend experience. Spa treatments and mountain activities provide entertainment. World-class dining and shopping in the village give guests plenty to enjoy. Your guests will have amazing ways to spend time in this spectacular destination.

The seasonal timing means celebrating during Colorado’s most beautiful weather. The wildflowers and clear mountain air create perfect conditions. Those perfect blue-sky days are ideal for both outdoor ceremonies and reception celebrations.

The variety of venue options means couples can create celebrations that perfectly reflect their personalities. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate mountain ceremony or grand village celebration, the perfect backdrop exists for every style.

CREATING YOUR OWN MOUNTAIN MAGIC

Lizzy and PJ’s celebration perfectly showcased everything we love about mountain weddings. The dramatic natural beauty and sense of adventure combined beautifully. The sophisticated luxury makes this such a sought-after destination. From their romantic ceremony to elegant reception, every moment was carefully planned.

Their combination of modern elegance with timeless charm created something both contemporary and classic. The black and white aesthetic with lush green florals perfectly complemented the natural mountain setting. This proved that sophisticated design choices can enhance rather than compete with natural beauty. The celebration felt uniquely them! From personalized touches to entertainment choices that got everyone dancing, every detail reflected their personalities and love story.

For couples considering their own mountain celebration, this is perfect inspiration. It shows how to create something both sophisticated and fun, elegant and adventurous. Their celebration reminded us why we’re passionate about helping couples celebrate in Colorado’s most spectacular mountain settings.

PLANNING YOUR OWN VAIL WEDDING?

Hey, we’re Birch & Honey Collective, a team of wedding planners who travel all around the world to plan your best day! We create soulful and thoughtfully curated moments, through intimate details and intentional design. At Birch & Honey Collective, we specialize in weddings throughout Colorado, and anywhere your heart desires – we LOVE traveling. We draw so much inspiration from other places, cultures and landscapes.

During the design process, we’ll encourage you to express your personal style, and we love nothing more than to bring your intentional details to life on your wedding day. Whether you’re dreaming of a mountain celebration on the Wedding Deck or anywhere else your heart desires, if you’re looking for a planner or even a team of planners to plan your dream mountain wedding, reach out. We’d love to hear all about your love story and how we can bring your dream day to life!

THE VENDOR TEAM

Photography: Bree Woolly Photography
Planning & Design: Birch & Honey Collective
Rentals: Dizzy & Jayne and C Party Rentals
Venue: Vail Mountain Wedding Deck & Arrabelle Square
Florals: Mae Florals
Hair & Makeup: Divine Beauty Artists
DJ: The Get Down Co
Paper Goods & Signage: She Lettering
Stationary: Korynne Shop
Bakery: Alyce in Flour Land