Okay, Denver brides. I may be based in Colorado Springs, but let me tell you—Denver weddings are some of the most stunning events you’ll see. And the most versatile! Some of my favorite venues and vendors are just an hour drive from my front door in Colorado Springs. And, as the largest city in the state, you’ve got a sizable piece of the wedding industry to work with. From sporty to elegant, traditional, funky, or as rustic as the scenic mountains that cover the skyline, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for. So whether you’re native to the rocky mountains or you’re planning a gorgeous destination wedding, let’s take a look at some of my favorite “mile-high” details, curated just for all my Denver brides. 

Denver Wedding Locations

When you picture your dream wedding, what do you see? If you’re looking for something more industrial, Moss Denver, Ironworks Denver, Mile High Station, and Skylight all offer unique spaces with exposed brick, high ceilings, and a stylish, modern feel. Looking for more of a historic feel? Union Station, Grant-Humphreys Mansion, and the Oxford Hotel provide elegant settings with classic architecture and timeless charm. If florals are your focus, the Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms offer serene and picturesque settings surrounded by nature, with plenty of colorful blooms. 

Want something totally unique? Try the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Space Gallery, or the Ramble Hotel. These places provide unique and memorable backdrops perfect for Denver brides looking for something a little less traditional. Or, if you want to stay true to the Rocky Mountain State, Brittany Hill by Wedgewood Weddings and The Pines by Wedgewood Weddings offer second-to-none views of the Denver skyline and the Rocky Mountains. 

Denver Wedding Vendors

With your location in place, it’s time to start building the vibe. And Denver has something for everyone! Catered receptions can be both personal and elegant with companies like Silver Spoons, Serendipity, or Catering by Design. Or go for the fun factor with food trucks like Farm to Truck, True Love Tacos, Mountain Crust, or The Brutal Poodle. And for dessert? Love Pop, Little Man Ice Cream, and The Treatery all bring their own unique flavor and style to your wedding. 

Denver brides can build their dream days around beautiful details, like gorgeous linens from Event Rents, The Wildflower Denver, or BBJ La Tavola, whose showrooms feature a variety of colors and textures to maximize visual impact. Plum Sage Flowers, Beet & Yarrow Florist or The Perfect Petal can bring even more color to your tables and bouquets, and businesses like A Touch of Bliss, First Look Events or Brindle + Oak can help you plan and pull it all together. 

Denver Wedding Activities

Why stop at a wedding day when Denver can host a perfect wedding weekend? Or week! Plan activities for your guests like visiting the Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Art Museum, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre, or catch a Rockies, Nuggets, Broncos, or Avalanche game. Head to the nearby Keystone, Breckenridge or Winter Park resorts to hit the slopes after your nuptials. Or shop and dine your way through the weekend at the 16th Street Mall, Denver Pavilions or Free Market. 

BONUS: Tips and Tricks for Denver Brides

Tip 1: Consider the season. Denver can experience the seasons to their fullest, so choose a wedding date that aligns with your preference for locations and activities. 

Tip 2: Book your venue and vendors well in advance. Denver is a big city with a big wedding industry. It’s why we love a Denver wedding! But that also means people and places are in demand, and you’ll want to get your big day on their calendars while it’s still available. I’m currently booking 2026 weddings, and I’d love to unpack your vision! Click here to start the conversation. I’d love to capture your event with images that make your heart swell.

Tip 3: Make a detailed budget, and prioritize what matters most. With so much to choose from in Denver, it’s easy to want it all! As a couple, sit down and decide what’s important to you on your big day. If venue and photography outweigh floral arrangements and food, then adjust your plans accordingly. 

Tip 4: Enjoy the process! Planning a wedding can feel like a lot, but it’s also the first step in your journey to a long and happy marriage. Try to savor the experience! 

Detail shots might be a bride’s favorite wedding day to-do. Why? Because you don’t need to worry about them! This is where your wedding photographer (and the details you took such care in planning) really shine. And the best part? It doesn’t take any time from you on your big day. You’ve already put in the work to make every detail picture perfect. Now let your wedding photographer preserve them forever in a meaningful way! Not familiar with these images? Let’s talk dreamy detail shots—and why they’re an important part of every wedding gallery.

What Are Detail Shots?

Detail shots help to tell a whole story by highlighting a smaller part of the big picture. When it comes to wedding photography, these images can bring focus to the smaller details that help make your big day so special! 

A few examples of photo subjects would be:

• Your invitations
• Your guest book
• Your food
• Your dress/suit (without you in them)
• Your shoes
• Your rings and other jewelry
• Perfume/cologne bottles
• Bouquets/corsages 
• Signage/decor
  
  

Why Do You Need Them?

Yes, the traditional wedding photos, both portraits and candids, are an important part of your wedding gallery. In fact, they’re probably the first images that spring to mind when you’re booking a wedding photographer! But capturing those lesser-known elements is just as important. These are the sentimental touches that will be harder to remember over time, and your detail shots will preserve them forever. 

Think of it this way… after you choose a wedding dress, you wouldn’t skip the accessories, would you? The veil, hair and makeup, shoes, and jewelry decisions are all part of the complete bridal look. And the detail shots make for a complete wedding album when all the “I Do-s” are said and done.

What Should You Bring?

While detail shots won’t take up any of your wedding day time, there are some things you can prepare (or assign to someone in your circle) ahead of time. These are things that will set your wedding photographer up for success—and they’re all things you can start to put in a box in the weeks (or even months) leading up to the big day as you think of them.

Here are a few things you’ll want to pack:

• Two copies of your wedding stationery (your invitation suite, save-the-date card, program, menu, etc.) Why two sets? So we can get both sides in one great photo!
• Polaroids or old film photos of the bride and groom
• Nice hangers—Yes, you’ll have your dresses and such packed already, but you’ll want something more than a plastic Target hanger for the detail shots of your gown!)
• Boxes for jewelry and shoes—Just like the hangers, your photographer would appreciate a few fancier options for displaying your sentimental pieces.
• Cake toppers—make sure your photographer gets a hold of it before you place it on top of the cake!
• Empty photo frames—this might sound strange, but having a frame that suits your style or wedding colors/theme can do a long way in showcasing your important details.
• Loose florals—This might be a day-of grab, but it’s an in-advance ask! Check with your florist and request a few loose florals thrown in separate from the traditional structured pieces. That way your photographer can use them in staging the perfect detail shots that encapsulate the day’s design!
  
  

Of course, even if you forget or choose to forego any of these items, the most important thing is to communicate with your wedding photographer. Are you wearing your mother’s ear rings? His great grandfather’s cufflinks? Will the inside of your wedding cake be as fancy as the outside? Will photos or items be used or displayed to honor family and friends who aren’t present? Make sure your photographer knows! These are the meaningful details that make this not just any wedding, but YOUR wedding. They deserve as much care and attention as you put into planning them!