Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Showers & Parties Rehearsal Dinner An Intimate Lakeside Rehearsal Dinner in the Mountains By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Heather Payne Photography Before McKenzie and Brandon wed, the pair and their guests celebrated with an Italian feast complete with rustic details and an incredible view. 01 of 09 McKenzie and Brandon Heather Payne Photography Inspired by their love of nature and mountain views, McKenzie and Brandon traveled to Telluride, Colorado, for their nuptials. The New Mexico-based pair and 12 of their family members stayed in a cabin surrounded by the beauty of the San Juan Mountains at the Observatory at Alta Lakes for the wedding weekend. On June 27, 2014, the duo and their guests kicked of the celebratory weekend with an intimate lakeside Italian feast. See McKenzie and Brandon's Wedding 02 of 09 The Fashion Heather Payne Photography McKenzie saw the rehearsal dinner as a great opportunity for her to rock a flower-crown—made of hot cocoa garden roses, grevillea, scabiosa, jasmine, and echinacea pods. The flower-crown was paired with MAC's satin red A83 lipstick, and an off-white LC Lauren Conrad knit dress. 03 of 09 Natural Views Heather Payne Photography McKenzie and Brandon were sure to take in the beauty of their venue and snap some pre-dinner portraits, with their photographer, Heather Payne. 04 of 09 Lakeside Setting Heather Payne Photography Dinner was set up along the Alta Lakes—providing the couple and their guests with a breathtaking view to gaze upon during the festivities. 05 of 09 Lush Elements Heather Payne Photography All 14 guests dined at one table, set with organic arrangements including pink flowers in vintage canisters and a lush bay leaf garland running down the center of the table. 06 of 09 The Flowers Heather Payne Photography Overflowing centerpieces of a variety of roses (hot cocoa, cinnamon spice and distant drum), bay leaves, pomegranates, ranunculus, scabiosas, wildflowers, and passion vine served as centerpieces. 07 of 09 Table Details Heather Payne Photography The table was covered with embossed sky-blue linens and crystal glasses. The feast included manicotti, lasagna, tossed salad, focaccia bread, and tiramisu, served on simple white plates with copper rope flatware. 08 of 09 The Toasts Heather Payne Photography Most guests saved their speeches to the happy couple for the wedding day; however, McKenzie's brother simply couldn't wait until the following evening's reception. "McKenzie's older brother became so overwhelmed with the joy of the occasion, he made a sweet speech," says Brandon. 09 of 09 Sources Heather Payne Photography Photography: Heather Payne Location: The Observatory at Alta Lakes Event Planning and Flowers: Kelly from Philosophy Flowers Catering: La Piazza Videography: Ready Set Film Calligraphy: Brown Linen Design Music: Jacob McCoy Burton Rentals: Viking Rentals; Diamond Rental; La Tavola Fine Linen Hair and Makeup: Allure by Abby Watch McKenzie and Brandon's Wedding Video Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit