The Cake...Oh, MY!!!!

I have planned and attended so many weddings, and really, the cake to me is still the super star next to the bride!  I get so much joy in sharing my favorite cake designers/bakers with my clients, and even more joy out of the tastings!  Seeing what design my clients choose is always fun, and to see what the designers come up with is always AMAZING!!!

The dessert of all desserts, the wedding cake, just can't be replaced by using a dessert bar--which I also love and will put in a future blog, but always splurge for a CAKE---your grandmother will expect it!   Here is my ode to the Montana wedding cake and some of my FAVORITES from weddings past....

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.morganlamare.com

Cake created by Mother of the Groom

photo credit www.photoartamy.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Mother of the Groom

photo credit www.photoartamy.com 

Cake by Blue Moon Bakery, Big Sky

photo credit www.morganlamare.com

Cake By Chef Sarah White, Bozeman, Montana

Town and Country Foods

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com 

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com

Cake by Blue Moon Bakery, Big Sky, Montana

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com

Grooms Cake!!!  Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com

Cakes by Jenn, Bozeman, Montana

photo credit www.photoartamy.com 

Cake by Chico Hot Springs, Pray, Montana

www.chicohotsprings.com

Photo Credit www.montanaweddingphotographer.com

Cake by Van's IGA, Bozeman, Montana

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.lonemanphotography.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com

photo credit www.nashan.com

Cake by Rebecca Nicklin, Bozeman, Montana

www.cakesfromcabinridge.com 

photo credit www.nashan.com

morgan lamare photography: love . . .

One of my best friends, who just happens to be a wedding photographer, is also an amazing writer. I follow her blog all the time, and I just love it when she blogs about her personal life! Because we are such good friends, this was a tear jerker for me because she just lays it all out there. I have been married for 13 years, have two amazing children, and her writing just puts it all in perspective and makes me want to be a better wife, partner, mother, and friend!!! Just hearing how happy Morgan is, just made my heart smile! I wish this could be today's news!!! Have fun reading....

Morgan with my son, Henry, at a recent family BBQ.

Click below to go to her post:

morgan lamare photography: love . . .: For some reason this evening, kind of out of nowhere, I decided, I am going to blog something deeply personal. And I don't know if it is s...

Grace Ormonde Wedding Style...yes. we. can.

photo credit to www.laurenbrownphoto.com  (1.)

I have always set my sights high in this business.  To be the friendliest, most organized, and consistent planner and designer in Montana.  Sometimes, I strive for perfection, even though in a perfect world, perfection still doesn't exist.  I am flattered by the magazine editors that have chosen our work time and time again to feature in their prestigious magazines.  We are pleased to announce that we have THREE, yes THREE photographs of our work that will be featured on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Magazine's on-line gallery.  It was going to be launched September 1st, but with the recent events of Hurricane Irene on the East Coast, it put their team behind.  I will be sure to shout it from the roof tops when it is actually on the site!  I am so thankful that they were all ok, and thankful for such an AMAZING publication!!!  Thank you for bringing our photos to life in your gallery.  We are grateful.

Lauren Brown has captured two images that caught the eyes of Grace Ormonde and staff. The first one, featured above (1.), is a styled shoot at The Woodlands that took place in the fall.  We used bamboo chairs and linen provided by Montana Party Rentals, and Leslie Lukas Weddings & Events provided the table settings, floral, and fine details that made the scene look urban-rustic.  The second photo by Lauren Brown, featured below (2.) was taken of a bridal bouquet designed by Leslie Lukas for her bride, Kendra Haugen, who was married at the Rainbow Ranch last year. Alexa Miller captured a photo that they loved as well.  (3.) featured at the bottom of this post was from a wedding at the Rainbow Ranch as well.  Grace Ormonde made a call out to designers and photographers looking for simple styling and modesty.  You just never know if your photo/design could be the next big thing!!!!

To be recognized by Grace Ormonde is beyond amazing!!!  I get to work with Montana's finest photographers.  So, I wanted to take a moment to thank them for documenting amazing photos for me and my clients.

Lauren Brown  www.laurenbrownphoto.com  (featured together on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style)
Melanie Nashan  www.nashan.com  (featured together in Martha Stewart Weddings, The Knot, BRIDES, and Modern Bride magazines)
Kene Sperry  www.eyeintheskyphotography.com  (featured together in The Knot)
Audrey Hall  www.audreyhall.com (featured together in Mountain Living and Montana Living magazines)

Others I admire and should be recognized:
Morgan Lamare  www.morganlamare.com 
Doug Loneman www.lonemanphotography.com 
Cali Sparring  www.calisparingphotography.com
Janie Osbourne  www.janieoweddings.com  (did her wedding flowers and LOVE her to pieces!)
Larry Stanley www.montanaweddingphotographer.com

There are so many photographers out there, and if we haven't met, be sure to give me a shout!!!  The above mentioned photographers are in my comfort zone, and I have worked closely with all of them.....so don't be shy, someone gave me a chance when I first started out in the business, maybe you deserve one!  I know there are more great photographers out there!  and more opportunities to get our work published, bringing attention to our great state and attention to quality vendors for brides and grooms looking for their dream team!

photo credit www.laurenbrownphoto.com  (2.)

photo credit www.alexamiller.com (3.)

Horse Ranch Wedding...my summer favorite!

I had the privilege to work with an amazing couple this summer, Susanne and Andrew, who choose to dedicate their life to rescuing horses and animals that simply need to be cared for and loved.  Many of their animals are "seniors" and they take care of them through their last breaths.  They have a beautiful horse ranch on River Road just outside of Bozeman, and this property will be available to host tented events in the coming year!

Their love is so apparent for each other, and once those rings were on their hands, they have vowed to never take them off!  They were brought together by life's circumstances.  I LOVE this type of devotion and love, and I want to congratulate them on having found one another, and choosing to live beautifully.....

I had so much fun choosing all the fine details for their wedding to make sure it was family friendly, rich with memories, and an unforgettable day.  I used as many local sources as possible.  We are so fortunate to live in an area with so much talent!  Here is some outstanding photography by Lauren Brown, who captured the love so eloquently.

There are so many vendors to thank for making this all come together on the fourth of July Weekend.  I will be posting about details of the wedding in future blogs, as there were so many fun things that we did to make this wedding so special!  Cheers to the following vendors and a HUGE thank you!

Ingredients for the Perfect Day

Leslie Lukas Weddings & Events: Full Service Coordination, Flowers and Concept to Completion Event Management.  Ennis, Montana
Lauren Brown Photography: Photographer. Bozeman, Montana
Ro Sham Bo, Priscilla Foster Hand-Made Books:  Horse Logo, Invitations, Photo Book, Menus, and more. Bozeman, Montana
Montana Party Rentals: Rentals.  Bozeman, Montana
Chef Knecht: Catering.  Livingston, Montana
Cakes from Cabinridge: Wedding Cake.  Bozeman, Montana
The Pie Lady, delicious pies!  made in Ennis, Montana
Casanova Carriage, Horse Drawn Wagon and Carriage.  Virginia City, Montana
Six Shooter Photo Booth:  Retro Style Photo Booth.  Helena, Montana

More sources to come as details are unveiled!!!