Katie and Scott’s vibrant urban celebration at Union Fort Collins and The Elizabeth Hotel, captured with joy and authenticity by From the Hip Photo.
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Katie and Scott are a couple whose love story we have been fortunate to document from the very beginning. We first teamed up with them to capture Scott’s surprise engagement at Grand Lake, and when it came time for the wedding, we knew it would be something truly special.
Their whimsical urban wedding unfolded across two stunning Fort Collins locations. The couple got ready at the boutique Elizabeth Hotel, where they shared a heartfelt first look, before heading to The Union Bar and Soda Fountain for a ceremony and reception overflowing with personality and joy.
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Scroll through moments from Katie and Scott’s whimsical celebration
Choosing the right venue is one of the biggest decisions when planning a wedding, and Katie and Scott nailed it. The Union Bar and Soda Fountain in Fort Collins provided the perfect blend of vintage charm and urban energy for their ceremony and reception.
The Union’s eclectic industrial space, with its exposed brick and warm lighting designed by Lighting and Design by Scott, set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Every corner had personality, and the decor reflected Katie and Scott’s unique style with dusty navy blue tones and whimsical details.
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Katie and Scott each got ready in their own rooms at the Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins. The boutique hotel’s stylish interiors made for beautiful getting-ready portraits, and the anticipation in both rooms was electric.
Katie’s stunning gown came from The Little White Dress bridal shop in Denver, and the floral arrangements from Fleur Decor featured white and green flowers tied with blue lace to bring together every detail of the couple’s color palette.
Once they were polished and ready, they planned a first look with each other. The happiness on their faces when they finally saw one another was absolutely radiant.
After exploring downtown Fort Collins for portraits, Katie and Scott headed to The Union where their ceremony and reception would take place. The space was transformed with gorgeous decor coordinated by Pink Diamond Events and Little Bird Celebrations.
Bringing in their Jewish roots, the couple recited their vows, broke Challah bread, and shattered the glass under the guidance of Rev Kim Tavendale. The colors were dusty navy blue, and the decor gave a hint at Katie and Scott’s unique personalities, with custom paper goods by Platypus Papers.
The celebration was joyful, emotional, and uniquely them — exactly the kind of wedding we love to photograph.
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The ceremony, celebration, and all the joy in between
The night ended with the kind of magic that makes wedding photography so rewarding. Guests gathered around the fire for s’mores, the dance floor came alive with music by Michael Claymore of PSP DJ, and the energy was electric all evening long.
The highlight was the Hora, a beloved tradition in Jewish culture where the newlyweds sit on chairs as guests raise them in the air, dancing in celebration of their love. It was a moment of pure, unbridled joy, and one of our favorite scenes to capture.
Rentals and decor from All Events Rentals and Wallflower Rentals brought the entire vision together beautifully. Every detail reflected Katie and Scott’s fun, creative spirit.
Every laugh, tear, and dance move from this unforgettable Fort Collins wedding
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