COMMERCIAL CLUB, SALT LAKE CITY, MAY 20
Planning and Design by LA FETE FLORAL AND EVENTS
Photography by KATE OSBORNE PHOTOGRAPHY
THE COUPLE
Camille and Tommy’s love story is a modern “Hinge Happily Ever After.” After connecting on the online dating platform, Camille (a Salt Lake City native) and Tommy (a transplant from Littleton, Massachusetts) dated for seven and a half months before taking things to the next level.
Tommy had just moved to San Francisco and was visiting Camille in Utah during October when he decided to do something extra special. The pair took a drive through the Alpine Loop to admire Utah’s fall colors. They found a secluded path into a clearing, where they could take some photos and enjoy nature away from the canyon crowds. “We talked about how lucky we felt to be together, and then just as I was starting to wonder if we should go back to the car, Tommy got on one knee,” recalls Camille. “It was so special and private.”
THE WEDDING
The couple took their engagement photos at the Downtown SLC Commercial Club venue, and they immediately fell in love with the space’s old world details, from its vintage wainscoting to its towering ceilings and glittering chandeliers. “The white was the perfect backdrop for our colorful florals,” says the bride.
Camille approached La Fete Floral and Events with a self-described “color-explosion” vision for her big day, a vision that florist Allison Braddley expertly translated into playful arrangements full of eye-catching interest and texture. Lavender, pink and pale yellow were the main players in this palette, delivering a cool-toned spread to every corner, while still feeling upbeat and youthful.
At Bonneville Glen, a fireplace arrangement in subtle pinks and purples welcomed the couple to the end of their ceremony aisle, where Camille’s uncle officiated. Cousins played violins during the family procession down the aisle, led by the couple’s niece Charlotte as the flower girl. “When it was time for [us] to exchange vows, we abandoned the [altar] and ducked aside into a little bit of shade, so we could soak in the moment instead of battling the heat.”
For the ceremony and pre-reception events, Camille wore a custom-designed wedding gown by Penelope’s Gowns, who also crafted the mother-of-the-bride’s wedding gown in the 1990s. “It was a dream to have Penelope make my gown and it turned out even better than I had imagined.”
The bespoke gown featured billowing tulle sleeves, a fitted v-neck bodice and flowing skirts in patterned lace. For a bit of shine, the bride also wore jewelry gifted to her by her late grandparents. Equally chic, Tommy donned a classic blue suit and pale blue necktie.
THE PARTY
Back inside the venue, guests enjoyed a catered menu of on-trend handheld items, from vegetable gyoza and a cantina-style salsa bar to BBQ pork steamed buns and gelato stations. Three signature mocktails graced the bar: pomegranate limeade with fresh mint, a blackberry basil mule and pineapple mint mojitos.
Primed for dancing, the bride swapped her custom gown for a dazzling sequin jumpsuit that fit the celebratory mood. Tommy and Camille’s personalized playlist was a crucial element of their wedding vision, so DJ Shane Taylor arrived on scene to showcase their curated tracks and keep guests dancing. The couple led festivities with a first dance to “Golden Hour” by Kacey Musgraves, and midway through the number the DJ invited their parents to join. Afterward, “My Girl” played over the speakers and every guest was invited to grab someone they love and join in on the fun.
THE HONEYMOON
Following their carefree wedding day, Camille and Tommy embarked on a honeymoon adventure to Riviera Maya, Mexico.
VENDORS
WEDDING PLANNING AND FLORAL DESIGN: Allison Baddley, La Fete Floral and Design, lafetefloral.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: Kate Osborne Photography, kateosbornephotography.com
VENUE: Commercial Club, commercialclubvenue.com
CEREMONY: Bonneville Glen
GOWN: Custom by Penelope’s Gowns, penelopesgowns.com
RECEPTION JUMPSUIT: Eliza J, available via nordstrom.com
GROOM’S SUIT: Suit Supply, suitsupply.com
GROOM’S SHOES: Meermin, meermin.com
STATIONER: Sophie Baddley, @smartinedesign
HAIR AND MAKEUP: Kate Drinkwater, @imtalkingabouthair
CATERING: Culinary Crafts, culinarycrafts.com
CAKE: Granite Bakery, granitebakery.com
DJ: Shane Taylor, Life of the Party, life-of-the-party.com
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