Lionscrest Journal

Nancy and Evan 6/17 | Real Wedding at Lionscrest Manor | Custom Inclusive Wedding Package

Evan and Nancy held their reception at Lionscrest on June 17th this year. The ceremony was held off-site at a church but they were still able to come to the facility for more photos with family and wedding party.

The couple chose our Basic Inclusive Package but also substituted some of the vendors out to utilize family and friends talents where ever possible. It was nice for them to have the base of Lionscrest recommended vendors to work with as well as the flexibility to work outside of the package.

A common misconception with a Inclusive wedding package is that you give up your freedom to customize your special day and have to settle for vendors and services that you don't want or need. This is not the case with Lionscrest. We have designed our Inclusive packages so that you can opt to add or remove most of the vendors and in most cases you even have multiple vendors in a category to choose from. This allows you the flexibility, to truly build the event that is right for you.

Everett with Creative Focus did a great job with their photos as you can see. He took full advantage of a wonderful day, great lighting and a fun group to get some truly unique images that Nancy, Evan and guests will remember for years to come.

Lionscrest Manor Recommended Vendors from this event

Caterer- Greens Point Catering

Photo booth- Booth 66

DJ- Pure Sounds Productions

Photography- Creative Focus

Liquor- Party Liquor

Florist- Flowers Elite

June Wedding at Lionscrest | Real Event Leslie and Adam | Summer Colorado Wedding

Leslie and Adam were married at Lionscrest on June 25th with a an intimate wedding and reception. Just because you have a smaller wedding does not mean you are missing out on the fun. As these wonderful photos courtesy of Elegant Images show, summer sun + couple in love + friends and family = A Magical Wedding Story.

 

Leslie looked absolutely stunning in her strapless cream gown. Her flower choice of white with accents of light pinks in peonies and orchids offset with crystal accents made this event both elegant and unexpected.

Fresh flowers could be found everywhere that day. Both from Mother Nature and the petal mavens of Boulder Blooms. Teresa and crew did a fabulous job and once again left us with nothing but the highest of praises for their work.  

Marci with Colorado Rose created this wonderful cake for the Bride and Groom. The four tiered ivory cake sat in the ballroom like a jewel box waiting to be opened. Simple fresh flower accents pulled this classic look together.
 
 

With music by Pure Sounds Productions the couple twirled around the dance floor for their first dance as husband and wife. A moment caught in time, we feel like Leslie and Adam's wedding is a snap shot of the American dream that endures the tests of time.
 

Lionscrest Manor Recommended Vendors from this event


Ceremony Musicians- Lyric Ensemble

Caterer- Greens Point Catering

Cake- Colorado Rose Cake Co

DJ- Pure Sounds Productions

Photography- Elegant Images

Liquor- Party Liquor

Florist- Boulder Blooms

Falling In Love | Unique Ideas for a Fall Wedding | Colorado Fall Wedding Locations | Lionscrest Lyons, CO

Falling in Love with the idea of a Colorado Fall Wedding? Think crisp air, leaves changing, warm drinks, rich colors, hearty food and snuggling up with your new husband or wife. Sounds wonderful! We have compiled a list of ideas to help you plan the perfect Fall Wedding at Lionscrest Manor.

Fall in Colorado can be a season of contrasts. One day you are at 75 degrees and then the next there is snow on the ground. With a fall wedding you too want to build a wedding based on the idea of change.

An Eye on the Season

Sunset- Keep in mind when the sun is setting that time of year. You want to plan your ceremony typically an hour or two earlier than you would for a true summer ceremony. Taking advantage of the sun not only keeps you and your guests warm but it helps you to get the most time for photos on our 35 acres. Click on this Sunset Calculator link to find our what you are looking at for a specific fall date.

In and Out- Having a good indoor ceremony plan in case of fall chills and snow. If you are set on an outdoor ceremony make sure to prepare your guests. Letting them know about an outdoor ceremony gives them the opportunity to dress accordingly.

Nice and Toasty- Keeping guests inside with hot cider and coffee until the ceremony begins is a good way to keep them happy.

Fall Wedding Invitations and Placecards Theme

When having a fall wedding try to incorporate an image or motif that runs through out the event. Something as simple as a fall leaf, acorn or even pumpkin that is on your invitations, menu cards, placecards, bar menu, napkins and thank you cards. Going with fall colors also is a good way to set the tone. Deep reds, oranges, greens, browns get everyone into the fall state of mind.

Fall Wedding Decor

When looking for your Fall color palette try to add an interesting twist to the traditional autumn color scheme - mix with golds, copper, bronze.

Mother Nature is a great inspiration for Fall. Many events utilize all of the Fall Harvest items like pumpkins, gourds, spices, leaves and such to bring about the classic memories we all associate with this season.

Fall Wedding Flowers

The Natural Element- When meeting with your florist discuss adding in fruits like apples, cranberries to your arrangements along with leaves, wheat, cinnamon sticks, pine cones and more. These subtle touches will again help to car through the fall theme on a natural level.
Instead of using traditional glasses vases try going with pumpkins, gourdes, terra cotta pots, apple buckets. A trip to the garden store or farmers market can be a real inspiration for new ways to use everyday items.

Tasty Delights

Just because you are having a Fall wedding does not mean you have to serve turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy (not to say that you you can't). If you are wanting to go with a traditional fall cuisine try to add your own spin introduce a new way to have an old classic. Pictures above we have a Butternut Squash Ravioli with sage, brown butter and candied walnuts. Offer a pumpkin soup served in mini hollowed out pumpkins or plated salad with toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries.

Family style – create a family feast by serving your guests with large platters table side instead of a traditional buffet or plated meal. To learn more about family style event go to our Family Style Blog.

Fall Wedding Cakes

Choosing cake flavors that use fall favorites such as pumpkin spice, apple cinnamon, or butter pecan again carry through the fall comforts we have all come to know and love. Fresh flowers or harvest items can be added to the cake to tie in your color scheme and motif.

Fall Wedding Gowns & Attire

 

For the bride we recommend trying laces and vintage touches like family broaches, rich creams and striking bodices to off-set shawls that may be needed for the cooler evening.

Going with jewel tone bridesmaids dresses serve as a dramatic backdrop to the bold flowers.

For the men try going with a chocolate instead of the classic black. This throw back to the 70's ruffle suit is perfect for the modern man who likes to dress down or up depending on the occasion.

At the Bar

Instead of having a full bar with all of the hard liquor incorporate a few signature drinks that play off of the autumnal theme. Spiced rum punch, ciders, Irish coffees or your own family favorite will show your guests the warmer side of the day.

 

Special Thanks to Creative Focus Photography and Elegant Images for the Photos provided.