Both Catherine and Graham went to CU Boulder, but never met at CU. They met 8 years after their time at CU. They met on Hinge, then met in real life a few weeks later for a “short morning hike” that turned into a 13-mile hike. They have traveled the world together, keeping the adventures going, and when they were home they fostered dogs until they found their forever home. Of course, eventually, one lucky dog, Shiloh, found her forever home with Catherine and Graham. Graham proposed to Catherine on a hike (keeping the tradition and adventure alive) and she of course said yes! Catherine and Graham settled on a beautiful boutique hotel in the Colorado mountains for their wedding venue, The Surf Hotel and Chateau. All of their guests who traveled in to celebrate with them started the night before at their welcome party, the Come’All’Ya party. They wedding day was perfect: mid-October, warm but not hot, fall colors in full force… and a solar eclipse that morning. They provided their guests with viewing glasses so all could enjoy this stunning display from the universe. Then they got married under the colorful trees and a mountain arch that Graham and his dad built for the ceremony. A cozy fireplace and three signature cocktails (including a hot toddy) helped warm guests up during cocktail hour, then guests entered the Ivy Ballroom for a delicious dinner. Toasts followed dinner, with the father of the groom and the sister of the bride making people laugh and cry. The bride’s sister made sure to mention that guests should watch out for the bride on the dance floor… she’s prone to doing the splits while she dances! So of course, none of us were surprised (but all of us were delighted) when Catherine changed into an amazing sequined jumpsuit to dance in! And yes, of course, she did the splits! No one wanted to leave the dance floor where the happy couple boogied. Guests led the way out to the front of the hotel for a grand exit, cheering the couple the whole way. But of course, the adventure continued, moving into the hotel’s bar for an after party with more drinks and late night pizza. Congratulations Catherine and Graham, what a way to start your lives together! We wish you many more adventures along the way.

Venue | The Surf Hotel

Photographer | Josie V Photography

Planner | A Touch of Bliss Events

Caterer | The Surf Hotel

DJ | Gordon Avenue

Florist | Compass Rose Floral

Florist | Growing Wild BV

Photobooth | Mirawall

Rentals | Settings Event Rentals

Hair & Makeup | Beauty on Location Studio