Getting ready with the bride and her friends: Dream Wedding at Aspen Meadows Resort

Aspen, Colorado, is a dream destination for couples looking to tie the knot surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. Recently, we had the honor of photographing a beautiful wedding at Aspen Meadows Resort, a venue that perfectly blends modern elegance with the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

Aspen Meadows Resort exterior

 

Aspen Meadows Resort building

 

View of Aspen Mountain

One of my favorite parts of the day was capturing the quiet, intimate moments of the bride, Sarah,  and her friends getting ready. Nestled in the heart of Aspen, the suites at Aspen Meadows Resort offer the perfect space for these cherished pre-wedding moments. The floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the room with natural light are a a photographer’s dream!

A Morning Full of Emotion and Anticipation

The getting-ready portion of a wedding day is always filled with a mix of emotions—excitement, nerves, and the deep bond between the bride and her loved ones. Sarah and her friends laughed, sipped champagne, and shared heartfelt moments as they prepared for the ceremony. From the delicate details of the wedding dress to the finishing touches of makeup, every moment was a reflection of the love and support surrounding Sarah on her special day. We had so much capturing the ladies just enjoying the moment in candids and film photos taken by some of them as well!

Bridesmaid taking photo at Aspen Meadows Resort

Bridesmaids laughing

Bride having fun at Aspen Meadows Resort

Bridesmaids getting ready in Aspen

Bride relaxing before wedding

A Special Moment with Her Mom and Sister

As Sarah applied her final touches, her mom and sister helped her step into her dress—a moment filled with excitement and sentiment. Her mother carefully fastened the last button while her sister adjusted the flowing train, both of them taking in just how stunning she looked. The room was filled with quiet admiration and happy tears, a reminder of the deep family bonds that made this day even more special. Capturing these moments between generations is truly one of our favorite part of a wedding day.

Bride and her mom at Aspen Meadows Resort

Bride getting into wedding dress

Bride's sister pins veil

A First Look with Family before Aspen Meadows Wedding

Once she was fully dressed, Sarah’s father and brother gathered in the next room, eagerly waiting to see her for the first time. As she stepped in, their expressions said everything—eyes welled with tears and smiles stretched across their faces. It was a beautiful and emotional moment, one that truly captured the love and joy surrounding this couple’s wedding day. Sarah hugging her father was a moment that even we teared up to witness.

Bride hugs father at Aspen Meadows

Bride and gather hugging before wedding

Bride and family portrait at Aspen Meadows

A Tearful Dress Reveal to Her Bridesmaids

The emotions continued as the bride shared a special dress reveal with her bridesmaids. As soon as she walked in, a collective gasp filled the room, followed by excited cheers and happy tears. Her closest friends rushed to hug her, overwhelmed by how radiant she looked. These are the moments that make wedding mornings so magical. Shared excitement, deep friendships, and the love that fills every corner of the room is such a joy to capture.

Laughing bride at first look

Emotional bride at first look with friends in Aspen

bridesmaids first look with bride

First look with bride and friends

As a Colorado wedding photographer, I always strive to capture not just the big moments, but the in-between ones—the way the bride’s friend adjusted her veil, the joyful smiles exchanged as they reminisced, and the quiet pause as the bride took a deep breath before walking down the aisle. These images tell the story of the day in an authentic and timeless way.

Bride smiling while getting ready

Bride waiting for ceremony at Aspen Meadows

Bridal detail photo

Why Choose an Aspen Meadows Resort Wedding?

Set against the backdrop of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Aspen Meadows Resort offers a stunning venue for both intimate and grand weddings. The spacious suites provide a relaxing environment for getting ready, while the venue’s modern architecture and panoramic views make for unforgettable wedding portraits. Whether you’re planning a winter wedding with snow-covered peaks or a summer celebration surrounded by lush greenery, this venue is truly magical in any season. We have had the pleasure of photographing several wedding at the venue!

 

Planning Your Aspen Meadows Resort Wedding?

If you’re looking for an Aspen wedding photographer to capture your special day at Aspen Meadows Resort, we would love to hear from you! Our goal is to document your love story in a way that feels authentic, natural, and endlessly beautiful. You can see more of our wedding work in our portfolio linked: HERE. You can also learn more about us and working with us HERE.

Let’s create something wildly memorable together!

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Emotional bride at first look with friends in Aspen