An Evergreen Colorado Forest Wedding for Nicole & Matthew
Some weddings feel like Colorado in its purest form — sunlight through the trees, mountain air that stills the world, and a sense of belonging that’s hard to describe. Nicole and Matthew’s Evergreen Colorado mountain wedding at Juniper Lodge & Treehouses was one of those days.
When Nicole first reached out, she said, “We wanted to show off the incredible nature around us and make Colorado part of our wedding day.” That vision came to life in every detail — a ceremony framed by evergreens, friends and family who traveled to share the view, and a celebration that felt deeply rooted in place.
Getting Ready in the Foothills
The morning started at a cozy Airbnb nearby, where Golden Roots handled hair and makeup while the bridal suite buzzed with laughter and excitement. Nicole slipped into her Anthropologie gown surrounded by her closest friends, the morning light catching the soft details of her dress. Meanwhile, Matthew and his groomsmen got ready just down the hill, taking in the calm before the day began.
A Ceremony Among the Pines
By afternoon, shuttles from Ride Experiences carried guests up to Juniper. The meadow ceremony site — surrounded by towering pines and views of the Colorado foothills — was transformed into a natural sanctuary. Nicole had designed her own floral arch, paired with soft ivory linens and a playlist of acoustic favorites drifting through the trees.
At 4:30 PM, the forest fell silent as the first notes of “Wildest Dreams” by the Dallas String Quartet played. Nicole walked down the aisle with her dad, Tom, bouquet in hand from Juniper & Honey, and a smile that said everything. Their close friend officiated — weaving humor, gratitude, and a few tears into a ceremony that ended with the joyful sound of a glass smash and cheers echoing through the meadow.
Golden Hour & Reception at The Pines
After family photos and laughter among the trees, Kate Ivy Photography captured the couple in that perfect golden-hour light Juniper is known for — soft, filtered through evergreens, with the mountains peeking through in the distance. Nicole and Matthew shared a quiet moment before heading to their reception at The Pines by Wedgewood Weddings, where dinner, dancing, and stories filled the night.
Vendor Team
Venue: Juniper Lodge & Treehouses
Reception Venue: The Pines by Wedgewood Weddings
Photography: Kate Ivy Photography
Personal Florals: Juniper & Honey Floral
Hair & Makeup: Golden Roots Salon
Dress: Anthropologie Weddings
Transportation: Ride Experiences
Planning Your Evergreen Colorado Wedding?
Weddings like Nicole and Matthew’s remind us why Evergreen is one of Colorado’s most magical places to say “I do.” Their nature-inspired Evergreen Colorado forest wedding at Juniper Lodge & Treehouses perfectly captured what couples love most about the area — the trees, the mountains, and that unmistakable sense of peace you can only find here.
