Vermont Vows Magazine

Mackenzie and Matt's Stowe engagement shoot was made special by Alanna Scully Photography. After flying their photographer in from out of state, the two soaked up the Vermont sun at a local park. One subtle aspect that we love is the pair's choice to make the color blue a theme. By pairing Mackenzie's skirt with Matt's polo, the two mesh completely without looking like twins!

One of nature's most delectable & decorative fruits can be enjoyed in an array of different styles & flavors. Grapes are a sweet & delicate treat that will make for a great burst of flavor for every occasion, especially your special day!

Incorporate grapes into your celebration with a champagne toast. Grapes can be featured in a jam spread, fruit juice cocktail, or as a dessert. The aesthetically pleasing colors will brighten a traditional wedding cake with warm & natural tones.

Looking for a truly elegant & romantic color palette? Try the dazzling color combination of french blue & maroon!

While french blue gives off luxurious vibes, maroon creates a warm & romantic atmosphere. This colorful combination is great for a wedding in any season! A summer seaside ceremony would make the french blue color shine against the bright blue sky & a sophisticated spring vineyard wedding would make the bright maroon color pop against the green vines!

Lesley Hall's Sweetie Pies has been specializing in creating the most delicious & aesthetically pleasing desserts since 2002. Lesley learned of her passion for baking at an early age & is now driven by her ambition to provide delicious cookies for every occasion!

Held at the Trapp Family Lodge, Elizabeth & Brad taunted a bout of rain away with their choice of music. After playing the Beatles’ "Here Comes the Sun,” they actually shooed the clouds away!

Cheerful bursts of blue, yellow, & green bathed everything from the bouquets to the cake. Peonies & daisies also signaled summertime in Vermont. Swathed in the surrounding countryside, Stowe proved to be the perfect backdrop for a warm celebration.

These DYI feather boutonnieres are cute, colorful, & very simple to make! They can easily be customized to fit your wedding color palette too!

You will need: feathers, accent pieces (beads, leather, etc), floral or deco tape, floral pins, & a piece of paper.

Step 1: Choose the feathers & accent pieces that best fit your wedding colors.

Step 2: Gather the pieces and arrange them exactly how you want them to look on your boutonniere.

One taste & you'll know why the secret family recipe for Richard's Vermont Made Barbecue Sauces is award winning! Richard's organic sauces have 100% no wheat, no preservatives & no gluten. Richard's loyal customers love the taste of the all natural sauces. From mild, hot & hottest barbecue sauces to the new vegan barbecue sauce, there are many delicious selections to choose from.

Want flavorful wedding favors? Richard's sauces make great gifts that can be personalized to custom fit your special day!

With careful venue selection, Angelica & Ricky’s wedding in Houston, Texas was a beautiful showcase of their hometown.

The stunning architecture of the Las Velas ballroom & vintage-style touches made this a decadent affair. Las Velas, translating to “the candles,” lit up the couple’s day. While illuminating the vintage-style decor, it also catered to Angelica’s dramatic flare.

Are you as enchanted by Ikat patterns as we are? This bohemian-chic dying process can adorn any multitude of styles, colors & products. So, you can customize these prints to your liking!

Opt for a striking Ikat-print heel while your groom dons an Ikat tie! For a more subtle approach, use the print to bring out your theme colors. You can do this by pairing with anything from Ikat tableware to cake toppers!

Ready for us to sweeten your day, brides-to-be?

Mary Woltz of Bees’ Needs uses an attentive eye when cultivating her honey. Located in Sag Harbor, the small-scale beekeepers use non-invasive methods to keep their practice sustainable and their honey elegant. The name even reminds us of this fact. Touting the tag “the bees’ needs come first,” Mary offers a natural product at no expense to our winged friends!

Mariel & Marco embraced downtown Burlington in their engagement shoot. Drawing inspiration from the cities many parks & beautiful Lake Champlain, the two also loved the more urban feel of the city.

The monumental moment came at a dinner at Simon Pearce. After ordering her a champagne glass that featured a diamond ring, Marco dropped to one knee. There’s nothing sweeter than the roomful of applause that followed.

Mariel’s hint for enjoying your shoot: Trust your photographer. “They know what they’re doing!”

It may seem like spring is far away but with the delicious taste of macarons & their warm pop of color, you can bring spring early this year! This aesthetically pleasing treat will complement your dessert table with it's variety of different colors & flavors. This famous french dessert also makes for great favors for your bridesmaids & guests.

This sweet treat can be enjoyed in a variety of flavors, from the traditional chocolate & vanilla, or add a filling of jam or buttercream for an extra burst of sweet that your guests will be sure to savor.