Cooper and Lexey initially met through mutual family friends, and although they had grown up in the same hometown in Florida, their paths had never crossed — or so they thought. One day, while rummaging through some of her parents’ old belongings, Lexey stumbled upon a group photo from a ski trip to Aspen. As she looked closely, she realized that not only were both her parents and Cooper’s parents in the picture, but a seven-year-old Cooper and a five-year-old Lexey were there as well. Neither Cooper nor Lexey knew that they had met as children, but it was the perfect inspiration to bring everyone back to Aspen for their wedding day. Inspired by summer in Colorado, Cooper and Lexey embraced their ranch-style wedding venue and the season’s natural wildflowers for a relaxed celebration, planned with the help of Juls Sharpley Events and photographed by MaggShots Photography.
On trend: start the wedding weekend early
Lexey and Cooper turned their wedding into a getaway, arriving early to enjoy their stay at Patak, where they hiked, explored the outdoors, and even took a hot-air balloon ride.
Relaxed poolside (garden) party
Joined by their dogs and sixty guests, garden-party attire was encouraged — along with a laid-back state of mind.
Whimsical peek-a-boo bridal style
Lexey wore a high-low satin deep square-neck gown with a mini skirt underneath, a whimsical wildflower bouquet, and natural waves courtesy of Aspen Mobile Beauty and Vanessa Rose Beauty.
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Summer style for the groom
Cooper wore a classic light khaki suit for a spring/summer vibe.
Mountain valley ceremony
The ceremony was held in the backyard of the venue where they stayed, with the couple joining hands in a mountain valley, surrounded by wild grasses and rustic bouquets at their feet.
Reception inspo: untamed and vibrant
A clean, thoughtful aesthetic defined the celebration: bursts of untamed greenery mingled with curated, vibrant arrangements on the dining tables thanks to Modern West Floral Company.
Garden party string quartet
The property, perched on a hillside, offered hazy mountain views from every angle, with sunlight filtering through the trees. As a string quartet played, the couple danced across the stone patio, surrounded by blooming bushes and summer florals.
After-the-fact advice from the couple
Staying true to their own advice, the energy remained lighthearted. “Don’t take yourself too seriously,” they shared. “You can get so lost in the details.”
