Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Real Weddings Wedding Styles Seasonal Weddings Winter Weddings A Snowy Winter Wedding in the Colorado Mountains By Kayla Pantano Kayla Pantano Kayla is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Shannon Von Eschen This couple tied the knot (literally, with ribbon) while guests kept warm with blankets and hot chocolate. 01 of 23 Kendall and Grant Shannon Von Eschen Grant received the best birthday present ever when he met Kendall through mutual friends at a Mexican restaurant in Boulder, Colorado, while celebrating his 22nd. They soon shared their first date at Flagstaff Mountain, a foothill of the Southern Rocky Mountains. Continuing with the theme of Mexican cuisine, they enjoyed burritos at the same spot two years later, and Grant popped the question. About five months after that, on January 23, 2015, the duo tied the knot in front of 130 of their dearest friends and family at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado. The color palette was natural and elegant with hues of white inspired by the snow and green by evergreen trees. A peaceful mountainside day, it was a winter wonderland to remember. 02 of 23 The Stationery Shannon Von Eschen Matching the natural, wintry palette, Lana's Shop designed the simple white and green stationery suite, which included a watercolored ombré envelope liner. Illustrations of eucalyptus leaves brought it all together. 03 of 23 The Location Shannon Von Eschen The twosome ultimately chose the Colorado mountain town of Estes Park for their wedding. Once they saw Della Terra Mountain Chateau, Grant said he wouldn't marry Kendall anywhere else. The native mountain goats were an added bonus. 04 of 23 The Dress Shannon Von Eschen Kendall wore a strapless Reem Acra ball gown and a veil—both from the Little White Dress Bridal Shop in Denver. 05 of 23 The Rings Shannon Von Eschen Custom made from The Ringmaker, Kendall's emerald cut engagement ring matches her diamond-encrusted wedding band from Etsy perfectly. 06 of 23 The Bouquet Shannon Von Eschen Bare Root Flora created the bride's bouquet using anemone, ranunculus, lotus pods, dried artichokes, garden and spray roses, dusty miller, privet berry, and several types of eucalyptus wrapped with blue ribbon. See More Gorgeous Winter Bouquets 07 of 23 A Moment with Mom Shannon Von Eschen Photographer Shannon Von Eschen, Grant's sister-in-law, captured Kendall and her mother having a sweet moment before heading to the church. 08 of 23 The Bridesmaids Shannon Von Eschen Kendall's maid-of-honor (her sister Jordan), and the bridesmaids, Hannah and Alaina, wore sea-glass colored BHLDN dresses, and fur stoles made by Kendall's mom. 09 of 23 The Boutonnieres Shannon Von Eschen The guys' boutonnieres consisted of brunia, seeded eucalyptus, thistle, dusty miller, spray roses, privet berries, and dry pods. 10 of 23 The Ring Bearer Shannon Von Eschen Grant's nephew carried the rings on a pillow that Grant's mom made out of her wedding dress while rocking his fauxhawk hairstyle. 11 of 23 The Program Shannon Von Eschen Kendall's dad made the frame for the glass program sign calligraphed by Tayrn Eukland Calligraphy. 12 of 23 The Hand Warmers Shannon Von Eschen Jessica Hearing of A Vintage Affair Events and Rentals made the lavender-filled cotton hand warmers to keep guests cozy during the outdoor ceremony. Blankets were also on offer thanks to the sewing skills of the bride's mother. 13 of 23 The Hot Chocolate Bar Shannon Von Eschen Complete with hand-dipped chocolate stirring spoons, marshmallows, Hershey kisses, and peppermints, a hot chocolate bar also welcomed guests upon arrival. 14 of 23 The Processional Shannon Von Eschen Kendall's father escorted her down the aisle as a string quartet played "The Swan" from the musical suite The Carnival of the Animals by composer Camille Saint-Saëns. The grandfather of Grant's sister-in-law, Roger Krause, officiated the early afternoon ceremony, which took place at The Devotion Place at Della Terra Mountain Chateau. 15 of 23 Tying the Knot Shannon Von Eschen After exchanging handwritten vows and wedding rings, Kendall and Grant opted for a knot tying ritual, an old Irish tradition in which the couple ties a fisherman's knot with ribbon, symbolizing a bond that will not break, becoming ever stronger under pressure. "Honestly we saw it in a scene from Game of Thrones and thought, 'How cool would that be?'" Kendall notes. After pulling the ribbon the Pastor read, "As you hold one another in mutual concern and shared respect, may you continue holding each other tightly in your hearts, and form a strong bond, now and forever. Let this knot indicate the strength of your love and be a symbol of your unity this day forward." 16 of 23 The Ceremony Toss Shannon Von Eschen Wedding guests showered the newlyweds in eucalyptus leaves as the couple recessed down the aisle. 17 of 23 The Cocktail Hour Shannon Von Eschen During cocktail hour guests enjoyed elk sausage and other local fare as the string quartet played. A sweet phrase the bride always said about her fiancée was embossed into the paper goods. Made-to-match napkins and hand-painted drink stirrers helped guests find their seats in the reception hall. 18 of 23 The Guest Book Shannon Von Eschen With the couple's engagement photos inside and questions with complimentary notecards and envelopes for guests to answer about and for the couple, their guestbook was a unique spin on tradition. 19 of 23 The Reception Shannon Von Eschen The reception continued inside in The Celebration Place at Della Terra Mountain Chateau, which boasts lofty ceilings and large arched windows. Guests dined on a choice of herb and goat cheese stuffed chicken, Caribbean roasted pork tenderloin, or butternut squash ravioli, with sautéed green beans and roasted garlic twice-baked potatoes. 20 of 23 The Place Settings Shannon Von Eschen Deckle edged, watercolored calligraphed tags were affixed to stir sticks and placed in the water glasses at each place setting, where a napkin tied with light blue ribbon sat upon the ornate plate. Garlands of greenery ran down the tables. 21 of 23 The First Dance Shannon Von Eschen Kendall and Grant had their first dance to the song "Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran. 22 of 23 The Cake Shannon Von Eschen A three-tier naked, violet-lavender cake designed by Colorado Rose Cake Company was simply adorned with a few fresh flowers. 23 of 23 Sources Shannon Von Eschen Photography: Shannon Von Eschen Photography Location: Della Terra Mountain Chateau Event Planning: Jessica Hearing of A Vintage Affair Events and Rentals Catering: Jubilations Catering Flowers: Bare Root Flora Stationery: Lana's Shop Calligraphy: Taryn Eklund Ink Cake: Colorado Rose Cake Company Music: Wyatt Brice of DJ Man Entertainment Rentals: La Tavola Fine Linen Hair and Makeup: Bella Capelli Hair Studio Transportation: Estes Park Shuttle Guestbook: Artifact Uprising Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit