Pink Portraits - Sneek Peak!

We have launched a new program, Pink Portraits, where one day a month we offer complimentary portraits for individuals currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer or for those who have recently completed their treatment. We have teamed up with Natosha Cooke of Natosha Cooke Makeup Artistry who has graciously offered her makeup services for the photo sessions at no charge. Our first day of portraits was a little over a week ago and we had a wonderful day with three incredible women. It was such a pleasure to spend time with each of them.

In the near future we will also be launching a new Pink Portraits blog page sharing the photographs, stories and journeys of these courageous women.

Here are a few of the photos from our first couple photo sessions.

Click here for more information about Pink Portraits.

Roxanne + Joseph Engagement Photos!!

We had a blast last weekend with Roxanne and Joseph at Red Rocks and we have just posted a full gallery of their egagement photos. Here are a few of our faves, however, you can see a full gallery of images here.

A huge thank you to Jenny Nelson of J. Nelson Photography for helping with the photo shoot! 

 

 

 

  

Sneak Peek, Roxanne + Joseph Engagement Photos!

We had so much fun with Roxanne and Joseph this past Saturday at Red Rocks. I promise to have a full gallery of images within a week or so. Meanwhile here are a couple of my faves...

A big thank you to Jenny Nelson for helping with this engagement photo shoot!

Updates...

You all must think it is very quiet over here since I haven't posted anything for a couple weeks. Actually we have been busy little bees working on all sorts of great things. I am happy to share "some" of it.

Jenny Nelson of J. Nelson Photography and I are gearing up for Roxanne and Joseph's engagement shoot this weekend. Stay tuned for a gallery of photos in the next couple weeks.

Next Thursday, Natosha Cooke of Natosha Cooke Makeup Artistry and I are excited for our first day of complimentary portrait sessions with women who are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. We are looking forward to meeting everyone and hearing about their journeys. If you know of anyone who is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer or has completed treatment within the last year and would like a complimentary portrait sitting, we still have a couple openings for March 22. They may call or email to schedule an appointment.

We are close to securing our venue for the The Wedding Pink - 2013 and hope to officially announce the date and location in the near future.

We have a huge surprise for this year's wedding. Unfortunately we can't reveal it until the wedding day, May 17!

Please check back to our blog or follow us on facebook for the latest updates.

Complimentary Portraits for Breast Cancer Patients

I am happy to announce that we have filled our first scheduled day of complimentary portraits. We have just opened up Thursday, March 22 and currently have three time slots available. If you are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer or have recently finished treatment (within the last 12 months), you qualify for our newly launched Pink Portrait program.

In case you missed it, we are also teaming up with Natosha Cooke of Natosha Cooke MakeUp Artistry who has graciously offered to donate her services at no charge.

Please visit our website or contact us for more information.

Portrait Updates

Two exciting things to announce.

We have set a date for the first few complimentary portrait sessions for breast cancer patients and survivors. Currently there are 3 openings available on Thursday, February 23. We will announce future dates on our website as they become available.

Additionally, we are teaming up with Natosha Cooke of Natosha Cooke MakeUp Artistry who has graciously offered to provide makeup services at no charge.

Please visit our website for all of the details!

Sell on Ebay for The Wedding Pink

We are officially registered with Mission Fish and eBay!

You can support The Wedding Pink when you sell on eBay, with the eBay Giving Works program. Here’s how:
Just designate our organization to receive 10-100% of your final sale price the next time you list something great. Did you know that charity listings often get more bids and higher prices than regular eBay listings? Boost your sales and support our critical work while you’re at it! Plus eBay gives back to you too, with a fee credit on your basic selling fees.

Sell now to support The Wedding Pink.  

Portrait Commissions

We have just launched an exciting new program and are now offering a limited number of portrait commissions. Please click here to find out about all of the details. This is a great opportunity to have your precious loved ones photographed while contributing to The Wedding Pink, making wedding dreams come true for couples whose lives have recently been touched by breast cancer.

The other component of this program, which I am thrilled about, is that we are offering the portraits complimentary to individuals currently undergoing breast cancer treatment.

Please contact us for more information or to schedule a portrait session. We look forward to hearing from you!

Thank you for an amazing year!

Wow, it is hard to know where to begin, 2011 has been an amazing year for The Wedding Pink. We held our first wedding this past April at Mile High Station in Denver, Colorado. Melissa and Jeff were the recipients and their wedding was stunning, a beautiful day for family and friends. And, for those of you who do not know, Melissa and Jeff now serve on our board of directors and we are fortunate to have them!

Roxanne and Joseph have been selected for The Wedding Pink - 2012 to be held at SaddleRidge in Beaver Creek, Colorado this coming May. Roxanne's outlook on life is infectious, she remains positive regardless of what obstacle is in her way. Without a doubt, we are all grateful that our paths have crossed.

Believe it or not, we are already working on The Wedding Pink - 2013 among other exciting projects! We cannot wait to share all of news and hope to be able to very soon.

We would like to give a special thank you to all of the vendors who have donated their products and services to The Wedding Pink, to our corporate sponsors and all of the individuals who have donated out of the kindness of their hearts. The Wedding Pink would not be what it is today without the support and generosity of our wonderful community.

Happy Holidays to all, cheers to an extraordinary 2012!

xx

The Wedding Pink

Vail Valley Magazine | Winter 2012

I had a little surprise show up in my mailbox yesterday. Caitlin from Vintage Magnolia mailed me a copy of the latest issue of the Vail Valley Magazine with a little write up on The Wedding Pink.

Custom Invitations - Express Yourself, Basalt, Colorado

Erin and Amy of Express Youself

I had the good fortune of meeting Erin and Amy, two sisters who have joined forces to own and operate Express Yourself, a "note-ably unique boutique in Basalt, Colorado". They will be providing Roxanne and Joseph with custom invitations for their wedding. I can't wait to see them, I am sure they will be beautiful!

A little more info about Express Yourself:

Express Yourself is widely acclaimed for their custom invitations, stationery, announcements and accessories. Located in Basalt, Colorado, they serve clients from Denver to Aspen, Los Angeles to Chicago and New York to London. They are committed to the art of paper, with the ability to craft custom and unique items for every client by a team of experienced designers, including the duo of Erin Jones and Amy Forsey - sisters with a passion for paper, great design and the occasional grande skinny cappuccino.

Erin is the number‐cruncher, bookkeeper and back‐office realist, while Amy is the designer and artist extraordinaire. Erin loves the color blue, dreams of being a writer one day and always needs a vacation. Amy is the fantasist who is always stylish, wears bright shoes and is often the first one to leave at the end of the day. They both long for bigger offices with space for an espresso machine and a letterpress.And they both love cupcakes...some things never change!

Paper and gifts are their passion and they are excited to share that with their clients. Whether it’s one card or an entire wedding, a baby gift or anniversary memento, they pride themselves on top‐notch service, products and design. With their focused level of service, they will help you from concept to design to final product. They believe in the power of connection with their clients and are happy to answer your questions at any time. Client care, maintaining high standards and providing unique goods is what defines Express Yourself.

Please visit their website for further infomation.

Six Months Away!

Melissa and Roxanne, the recipients of The Wedding Pink - 2011 & 2012

The Wedding Pink - 2012 is just 6 months away! It is hard to believe that the second annual Wedding Pink is right around the corner. We have accomplished so much in a short year and a half and the entire process has been an amazing journey for me. I truly could not do it without the kindness of everyone involved, so thank you again to the community who supports us and all of the vendors who are donating the services and products.

We are already working on The Wedding Pink - 2013! As we move into 2012 I hope to be able to share all of the wonderful news and exciting ideas that we are currently working on.

Roxanne!

Our thoughts are with Roxanne today as she undergoes her surgery for breast cancer. We wish her the best and cannot wait for her to make a full recovery!

Vintage Magnolia & A Secret Garden - Florists for The Wedding Pink 2012

Caitlin - Vintage Magnolia  Toni - A Secret Garden Roxanne + Joseph looking at floral options with Toni (A Secret Garden) and Caitlin (Vintage Magnolia) 

Two of Vail Valley's finest florists are teaming up this year to provide floral arrangements and bouquets for The Wedding Pink - 2012. They are Vintage Magnolia and A Secret Garden. Vintage Magnolia is located in the Riverwalk in Edwards, CO and not only do they provide exquisite gifts and fine flowers, but also they put together beautiful arrangements for weddings, corporate and special events. Whereas A Secret Garden is located in the heart of Vail, they also will do a magnificent job with all florals for any occasion.

A huge thank you to both Vintage Magnolia and A Secret Garden for your generosity!

The Amazing Staff at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek

The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek staff. L. to R. Lisa, Christie and Peach

I would like to take a minute to recognize the staff at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek, particularly Lisa. Most of you probably are not aware of their generous donations to The Wedding Pink. For the 2012 wedding, not only are they donating a suite for Roxanne and Joseph for 3 nights, but they have graciously offered to host a welcome cocktail reception for family and friends the night before the wedding.

If you are not familiar with the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek, here is a brief overview of the hotel:

Escape to the extraordinary Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa and experience a magnificent chateau-style Vail resort that incorporates the grandeur of its idyllic Colorado Rocky Mountain setting. Whether you’re embarking upon self renewal with an innovative water-based treatment at our Allegria Spa, taking in the surrounding splendor from the balcony of your suite-style accommodations or delving into culinary delights at our welcoming restaurants. Park Hyatt Beaver Creek sets the standard for year-round luxury Vail Colorado resort hotel destinations.

From winter ski in-ski out access, to the thrill of white-water rafting, fly-fishing, golfing, hiking and more, you’ll delight in the myriad luxuries this perennial resort in Vail Colorado offers.

During the vendor party at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Roxanne and Joseph had an opportunity to look at some of the rooms and suites. Check out the amazing view from this room!

I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to all of the vendors who are making The Wedding Pink - 2012 a dream come true for Roxanne and Joseph.

Roxanne + Joseph tour SaddleRidge at Beaver Creek

Inside the venue, SaddleRidge at Beaver Creek. L to R: Robin (Beaver Creek Group Sales), Kelly (Frosted Pink Weddings), Katherine (Beaver Creek Group Sales), Roxanne & Joseph, Caitlin (Vintage Magnolia) and Toni (A Secret Garden).

Roxanne and Joseph had yet to see SaddleRidge at Beaver Creek, the venue for The Wedding Pink - 2012. A few of us gathered there before the vendor party to take a tour with the happy couple. I believe it is safe to say that Roxanne and Joseph were in awe of the venue and are extremely grateful to everyone who is making this wedding possible. This was also an opportunity for Roxanne and Joseph to meet with the florists and make some selections for the big wedding day. I will chat more about our amazing florists, Vintage Magnolia and A Secret Garden in a future blog post. Meanwhile, I would like to tell you a little more about the beautiful venue, SaddleRidge.

Nestled in the eastern slope of Beaver Creek, SaddleRidge is home to the largest collection of American western antique furnishings and artifacts outside of a museum. With soaring forty-foot vaulted ceilings and its elegant, yet comfortable, atmosphere, guests feel as though they have stepped back in time.

The cuisine is modern Western American, served in three different dining rooms, all available for private functions. Upstairs you can relax in the frontier atmosphere of the Saloon Bar fitted with railroad chandeliers.

Dining room view at SaddleRidge. (photo courtesy of SaddleRidge)

For more information on SaddleRidge at Beaver Creek, please visit their website here.

Vendor Party and Frosted Pink Weddings

Lauren, Joseph, Roxanne, Kelly and Taylor

As some of you know we had a little vendor get-together party a couple weeks ago at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek. Over the next couple months I am going to post photos from the party and highlight some of the vendors who are donating their product and services to The Wedding Pink.

I think it is appropriate to start with Frosted Pink Weddings who has been instrumental in coordinating the 2012 wedding. Pictured above is Kelly Karli, the owner of Frosted Pink Weddings with her team, Lauren and Taylor.

Frosted Pink Weddings is a full-service wedding planning business located in the Vail Valley. Kelly has been a loyal supporter of breast cancer causes and her grandmother Alice, who unfortunately passed away from breast cancer, is her source of inspiration.

Kelly and her team have planned beautiful weddings for many couples in Vail and Beaver Creek. At Frosted Pink Weddings their services are more than impeccable, they're iconic. Whether you're looking to capture classic elegance or show stopping simplicity, they promise to help you create a wedding that makes the most unique and unforgettable statement. For more information about Kelly and Frosted Pink Weddings please visit their website, www.frostedpinkweddings.com.

Roxanne has picked out a beautiful dress!

 

The amazing Jessica helping Roxanne.

Roxanne's future mother and sister-in-law, Debbie and Jessica with Roxanne's Aunt Diane.

Roxanne and Breanna, one of the owners of Anna Be.

Diane, Debbie, Roxanne and Jessica.

Roxanne has selected a beautiful dress for her wedding day, compliments of Anna Be Bridal Boutique. The photos speak for themselves; however, I would like to make two comments. Roxanne without a doubt will be a stunning bride and I am overwhelmed by the generosity of Anna Be.

Please check back next week to see some pics from our vendor get-together party in Beaver Creek.

Fun events ahead

It has been a little quiet over here but that is about to change. Everyone is excited about our vendor get together party this afternoon at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek where everyone will have an opportunity to meet Roxanne and Joseph. Speaking of Roxanne and Joseph, they will also be touring their wedding venue, SaddleRidge, today for the first time.

Also this week Roxanne will be dress shopping at the fabulous bridal boutique, Anna-Be.

I will be documenting all of this so please check back for photos!

Our feature in Woman's World magazine

Woman's World magazine has published a beautiful story about Melissa, Jeff and The Wedding Pink. It is a well written article and we could not be more pleased. It is in the current issue #38 with a cover date of Sept. 19.

If you would like to read the full article, please click the photo above.