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A Casual, Rustic Wedding at the Pines at Genesee in Golden, Colorado

Abby Liden, 28, a personal trainer, and Ian Edwards, 30, works in a sports retail store, met at a resort in Colorado. Abby had gone on a ski trip, and

Abby Liden, 28, a personal trainer, and Ian Edwards, 30, works in a sports retail store, met at a resort in Colorado. Abby had gone on a ski trip, and Ian was working, greeting guests outside. They started talking about skiing and their love for Colorado and hit it off. “The proposal itself reflected our relationship,” Abby says. “Laid back, genuine and heartfelt. We were having dinner at our favorite restaurant in Denver, and as I was reaching for me coat behind my seat at the end of the evening, I looked back up to see Ian holding out a beautiful ring. He asked me if I would marry him, and I said, ‘Of course!’” The couple wanted a relaxed, casual, natural vibe for their wedding. They exchanged vows on a secluded terrace surrounded by Aspen trees, followed by a rustic indoor reception overlooking Denver. They used shades of white, gray and brown accented with shades of orange, purple and green. Burlap details, as bouquet wraps and flower girl baskets, added a little rustic flair.

Abby and Ian, Barn Wedding
Fall-Inspired Invitations
Crystal Hair Accessory, Updo
Abby carried orange and lavender roses, green chrysthanthemums and white dahlias
Ian wore a simple white dahlia tied with burlap on his lapel.
Abby wore a simple lace Watters Wtoo wedding dress with a sweetheart neckline. “I wanted something simple that didn't overpower me,” she says.
The bridesmaids wore neutral-colored cocktail dresses of their choice. “Everyone's instructions were to just wear something they liked within the color scheme,” Abby says.
The flower girl carried a metal wire basket lined with burlap.
Abby and Ian exchanged vows on a secluded terrace surrounded by Aspen trees at the Pines at Genesee in Golden, Colorado.
Abby and Ian First Kiss
Abby and Ian at the Pines at Genesee
Vintage Wooden Box Card Holder
Advice Guest Book
The casual reception was inside the Pines at Genesee event building. They paired white table linens with brown napkins and small centerpieces for a simple, rustic feel. “The lower level floor had a Colorado vibe, with its dark wood floors, large fire place and view of Denver through the large east-facing windows,” Abby says.
Elegant black calligraphy was done on simple brown paper, which was cut and folded, for the table numbers.
Photos of the couple’s late family members were presented in loving memory at the reception.
Instead of a traditional wedding cake, Abby, Ian and their guests enjoyed fresh fruit pie, including vegan and gluten-free options.