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Out West Events, Colorado Springs, CO (2025)

03/21/2025

Another week, another roundup of favorite moments—this time from Jess + Ryan’s summer wedding at (one of my all-time favorite venues) 🖤

• First dance: set to Blink-182’s "First Date", covered by Taylor Acorn. If you haven’t heard it yet, open Spotify immediately because you’re missing out on a goodie.
• Unity ceremony: They planted a Columbine, the Colorado state flower, using soil from their childhood homes and their current home together. Such a meaningful way to bring their roots into their wedding day.
• Audio guest book: I will die on this hill—this is the best guest book option out there. I don’t think I can ever be convinced otherwise.
• A surprise dance for Mom: Because moms deserve their moment, too. This one had me happy crying through the whole thing.
• Seating assignments by party animal: so unique and so stinkin’ fun
• A donation in lieu of favors: Because let’s be honest, no one needs another koozie.

This day really was something special, and I’d relive it in a heartbeat.

03/13/2025

The Hidden Costs of Planning a Wedding (That No One Tells You About)

You’ve planned for the dress, the venue, the dream floral installation—but what about the costs that don’t make it onto the Pinterest boards? Weddings should come with a level of service and experience that’s seamless, but that also means budgeting for the details that make it all happen.

A few often-overlooked costs to keep in mind:

✨ Labor Fees – Setting up (and striking) tents, tables, chairs, and florals isn’t just time-consuming—it requires a skilled team. Many vendors charge additional fees for this, so be sure to ask what’s included.

✨ Catering Service Fees – Beyond the per-person cost, catering often includes service fees to cover staff, logistics, and ex*****on. These can add up quickly, so clarify with your caterer upfront.

✨ Vendor Tips – Your vendor team works hard to bring your vision to life, and gratuities are a meaningful way to show appreciation. Plan ahead for tips for your catering staff, planners, photographers, and more.

✨ Postage for Invitations – Stationary and custom envelope liners often mean extra postage. Factor in the cost of mailing those stunning invitations and your RSVP return envelopes.

✨ Guest Transportation – If your venue is remote or spread out, arranging transportation ensures a smooth (and safe) guest experience. This is often overlooked but makes a huge difference in the flow of your day.

Details matter—and planning ahead for these costs ensures no surprises along the way. Need help navigating your budget? Let’s chat.

03/13/2025

Kicking off our weekly Favorite Things series with a wedding that was equal parts stylish, fun, and completely them. Madeline + Jason’s day was filled with thoughtful details that made their celebration unforgettable.

• A cigar bar that kept guests mingling late into the night
• DIY florals that looked straight out of a high-end design book (for a fraction of the cost!)
• A full-blown ‘90s dance party that had everyone on their feet
• And the bride’s shimmery outfit change? Iconic.

This wedding was proof that thoughtful details make all the difference. Cheers to M + J for throwing a celebration that was stylish, fun, and authentically theirs!

photography

03/05/2025

How it all began ✨

Back in 2020, I planned my own wedding—right in the middle of, well… 2020. You all know how that went. Afterward, people kept asking if I’d ever thought about making wedding planning my full-time job. Truthfully? I hadn’t. But the more I sat with it, the more I felt that spark.

I’d spent years creating events in higher education, and once you’re an events gal, you never really go back. So, I took the leap. I hired a business coach. I followed her guidance. And in my first year? I booked five weddings. By year two, I had 20 couples on the books.

What started as a creative outlet has become something so much bigger. Right now, Out West Events is still my side gig, but I’ve found a balance that fills my cup—without leaving me pulling my hair out at the end of the day.

Curious about working together? Let’s chat. I’d love to hear your vision.

02/28/2025

Oh, hey there! It’s been a minute, so let’s reintroduce ourselves, shall we? I’m kicking off a new weekly series sharing some of my favorite things—starting with my own.

Morning Rituals: A piping hot coffee with a splash of Chobani Coffee Cake creamer. Simple, but essential.
Evening Pours: A well-balanced spicy margarita or a crisp glass of white wine. The perfect way to wind down.
Sweet Indulgences: Donuts. Any and all, but cake donuts with chocolate or maple frosting? *Elite.*
On My Playlist: Podcasts in the car are a must. Lately, I’m hooked on Call Her Daddy, Just a Phase, and The Real Stuff. If you’re looking for something fresh, let’s compare notes.
Soundtrack of My Life: Country music. If it’s Tyler Childers or Charlie Crockett, you *know* I’m singing along - loud and proud.
Game Day Energy: Buckeye by birth, Razorback by degree, married to a Buff. College football season is busy in this house, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
My Whole Heart: A husband who cooks, a daughter who gives the sweetest hugs, and a dog who never turns down a nighttime snuggle.

I’d love to hear what we have in common—anything here speak to you? Let’s chat! ✨

01/19/2025

CAROLINE + CLAYTON

These two. This day. This vendor team. Seriously, incredible.

When I first started my business, I did an exercise where I wrote down the qualities I hoped to find in my “ideal clients.” Caroline and Clayton checked every single box. They trusted me, valued my advice, and were open to all my suggestions. They’re kind, fun, and they radiate positivity to everyone around them—and that was clear on their wedding day. Forever missing our monthly meetings, but I’m so grateful they chose me and trusted me to be part of their day.

Cheers to the Riding’s. 🥂

Venue:
Planning + Design Concept: hi, it’s us!
Hair:
Makeup:
Photo:
Video:
Floral:
Cake: .in.flourland
Bar:
Catering:
Rentals:
Band:

12/16/2024

There’s something about the way a photographer can bring a moment to life through their creative use of light - it almost feels like poetry in motion, doesn’t it?

Whether it’s the glow of golden hour, soft and cozy candlelight, or the drama a shadows like this - light has a way of adding emotion, depth, and soul to every shot.

Shoutout to the photographers out there who master this so beautifully (lookin at you .photo). You’re the real MVP’s ✨

12/01/2024

A moment for *the cutest* group of flower girls. These babes took their jobs very seriously and I give them 5/5 stars.

11/27/2024

CHEERS 🥂

To the couples who’ve trusted me to bring their vision to life – thank you. Some of you have become my biggest cheerleaders, others have become friends, and I’m so grateful for all of you.

To the vendor friends I’ve made and grown to know and trust over the years. This field is overflowing with some of the most creative and talented people I have ever met, and I feel so lucky to work amongst you all. I hope to forever be a sponge and continue to learn from you.

To my team who works alongside me, making my job easier – I couldn’t do this without you (trust me, I’ve tried 😂).

To my friends and family who’ve supported me as I build this business – thank you for your patience, understanding, and encouragement. You get that most weekends I’m working, and when I’m not, I just want to rot on the couch and never leave my house. Even then, your support is unwavering, and y’all - it is so appreciated.

To my husband, who is my best teammate – thank you for making it all work. We both juggle two full-time jobs, one to cover the bills and one to fill our cups. I honestly don’t know how we do it all with a toddler and still show her how important she is to us, but somehow we manage. I’m really proud of who we are as a team, as small business owners and as parents.

To my daughter who keeps me motivated to keep going, even when she doesn’t really know it. Who always makes it hard to leave, but always makes it so fun to come home to after a long weekend of work. You are the absolute joy of my life (right next to my mom, who is literally Joy). 😂

To the job that helps keep things afloat – I’m grateful for the balance and the opportunity to do both.

And to THIS job – the one that fills my cup. I’m beyond blessed to do work I love, that challenges me, and lets me be creative.

Feeling overwhelmed with gratitude for this journey and all its afforded me in life 🖤

11/25/2024

✨ Now Offering Design Consultations! ✨

Are you the couple that loves the digging into the details and logistics, but just needs help pulling everything together stylistically? Or maybe you’ve booked an all-inclusive venue but want to add a personal touch and make the day truly yours?

We’ve got you covered! Our new design consultation package is here to help bring your vision to life. From creating the perfect color palette to curating a full design board, we’ll work with you to make your dream day come true. Plus, we’ll even help source decor pieces!

Ready to make your wedding vision a reality? Drop us a message and let’s chat! 💌

10/30/2024

That ✨ just married ✨ feeling.

It’s one of my favorite segments of the wedding day—one of the rare moments the bride and groom can be together, just the two of them.

Couples: once you’re pronounced married, take a moment to walk down the aisle and find a private spot to enjoy together. Take your time to savor this new chapter and celebrate your love, just the two of you. ‘Cause you deserve it 🖤

10/30/2024

A • R E C E P T I O N

But give it tailgate vibes.

Bar food ☑️
Flip cup tournament ☑️
Ranch display - all to itself ☑️
Dance party ☑️
Fun photo ops ☑️

This day honestly just lives rent free in our heads forever.

10/29/2024

T I P S • F O R • B R I D E S M A I D S

Engagement season is just around the corner, and so are all the super fun bridesmaid proposals. ✨

But are you ready?
What’s your job???
You’re in luck. Because I’m here to tell you what your job is. 😉

Listen - It’s very simple, but it’s the KEY to an A+ celebration.

Your job as a bridesmaid is to make sure your girl has THE. BEST. DAY. No excuses.

• Family drama goin’ down? Keep it to yourself until later.
• One of the groomsmen got a little too drunk and is getting on your nerves? That’s a funny story for another day.
• You got in a fight with your boyfriend before you showed up for hair and makeup? Vent your worries to anyone but the bride.

On her wedding day, all she needs is for you to be there to help her celebrate and forget about all the stresses of the world, at least for one day (unless there’s food in her teeth. It’s definitely appropriate to worry about that) 😂

10/24/2024

A • M O M E N T

For Abi.
For Aidan.
And for the whole dang party.

A group with a whooole vibe. 🤠🤩

10/21/2024

The details from Cassie + Mike’s wedding this summer were amongst my very fave of all time. Not a single element of their day didn’t feel personal, and we LOVE everything about it.

And for those looking for “cool dance floor props” - I gotta say… thrifted fur coats on a chilly spring night really do create a whoooole vibe - but more to come on that later 😉

10/20/2024

T H A T ‘ S • A • W R A P

Closed out our 2024 season last night and oh, what a feeling.

From June - October we experienced:

11 weddings.
11 “I do’s”
11 sweet couples.
1 styled shoot.

4 towns I’ve never spent time in.
3,122 miles traveled (that’s about 20 miles short of the drive from LA to Portland, Maine).
1 round trip flight (Colorado is like, so big).
66 hours and 15 minutes behind the wheel in the *most beautiful* state.

It was kind of a WILD season. An unusual amount of travel. A lot of lessons learned. A re-brand. A new website.

But also, a whole lot of heart warming moments. So many smiles and hugs and moments that make it all worth it.

Cheers, to 2024. To the couples I had the pleasure of working with. To the awesome vendors I was able to connect with. And to those who supported us in every moment. Cannot wait to see what’s around the corner in 2025!!! It’ll be our fifth year in business and that alone is worth a celebration. 🎉

10/14/2024

H A Y L E Y + C O N N E R

As an alum myself, I’ve gotta say it. Gosh, I love working with couples.

Hayley and Connor celebrated their day with family and friends in Winter Park, and it was a BLAST. Hogs were called, the grooms cake was a Razorback, there were some wild throwbacks on the playlist that put us all right back on Dickson Street, and everyone had a blast. Such an honor to be part of their day - these two are amongst the sweetest. Sad it’s over, so happy it happened.

Cheers to the Henningson’s! ❤️

10/03/2024

T A B L E • S T Y L I N G

Y’all it is wild how much satisfaction I get from styling a table. It’s almost like an art form that I am continuously learning and perfecting as I grow in my career—discovering how to draw the eye to the focal points both on and beyond the table. There’s something about mixing textures and colors, layering elements, and creating depth where a flat surface once seemed plain. Playing with the balance of symmetry and asymmetry excites me. Putting all the pieces together that make the table beautiful is not only cathartic; it’s one of my favorite parts of my work. I mean, how freaking cool is it that there are elements of my job bring me so much joy?

What about you? What design elements have been unexpected faves as you plan the aesthetic of your wedding day?

And for those of you who think about wedding design and immediately start sweating - did you know we offer consulting services for couples nationwide who are seeking guidance in creating a cohesive wedding look!? Shoot us a message for more information on how we can support your wedding day vision!

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