WILLOWBRIDGE | PRIVATE ESTATE
MAY 13 2017

“I dreamt of having an Ira and Lucy wedding from the moment I became engaged. But May 13, 2017 was more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. It truly felt like a fairytale! The day was smooth and calm and all my family and I had to do was relax and take in all the joy and beauty because I knew Heidi and her team would handle every detail. I can’t thank their team enough for surpassing my wildest wedding day dreams and giving me my fairytale. It was the perfect start to a beautiful life of marriage. ”

— Bride, Alexis

Alexis and Brady's Wedding, Ira and Lucy Idaho Wedding Planner, Eagle ID

AlexisandBradywedding011.jpgAlexis and Brady's Wedding, Ira and Lucy Idaho Wedding Planner, Eagle ID

I love having the Father of the Bride present the bridal bouquet to the bride - it's such a special moment. We had Alexis' Dad and Step Dad, have a private moment seeing Alexis in her gown for the first time - the "First Look" with Dad.

For all of our clients, we create a Plan A as well as a contingency plan in case of bad weather. We saw the dark clouds coming as the day progressed closer to the ceremony hour. The Bride was adamant about wanting the ceremony outside on the beautif… — For all of our clients, we create a Plan A as well as a contingency plan in case of bad weather. We saw the dark clouds coming as the day progressed closer to the ceremony hour. The Bride was adamant about wanting the ceremony outside on the beautiful beach. We hustled and made it happen and just in time! It started raining immediately after the recessional. Because of planning, we were able to have guests on the side of the room indoors and out of the rain. Our crew had to hustle and pull all the chairs and church pews out of the rain to prevent them from getting water damage - another reason to hire a planner and team!

VENDORS

Ira + Lucy Design and Coordination
Marcie Meredith Photography
Willowbridge, Private Estate
Blush by Jamie (Makeup), Shawna Hines (Hair)
Greg Marsh Designer Cakes
Guckenheimer Catering
Sound Wave Events, Photo Booth, Dance Floor, Lighting, DJ
Flora + Fern, Floral Design
Event Rent
La Tavola Fine Linen
Idaho Towncar

Something that I've always focused so hard on, is the relationship I and my team have with our couples, including their parents, especially the Mother-of-the-Bride. We work very close, usually with Bride and Mom in the months leading up to the wedding. Sometimes that means late night conversations on the phone about concerns or stresses and how we can help them through those challenges. I'll never forget when Sydney reached out to me back in November. She found Ira + Lucy on WeddingWire and sent us an email inquiring about our services. It was a match made in heaven! When Sydney shared her vision I immediately wanted their wedding. Sydney and Bryce are both film students in Denver and I just adore their style and both are such quality people. Soon, Sydney's mom, Denise and I were shooting emails back and forth in prepping for the big day.

Sending Sydney and Bryce off in a sparkler exit to a dreamy vintage car, a surprise gift from the Groom's parents, was so special and a bit emotional for me. Dealing with 105 degree weather, and over 13 hours in the heat, Sydney hugging me before they ran to the car and telling me how happy she was, "Heidi I just love you! Thank you!" meant the world to me!

You'd think after three years of doing Ira + Lucy I wouldn't get nerves or deal with anxiety, but I totally do! I can barely sleep the night before our clients' weddings because I'm so caught up in all the lists, logistics, management etc and I can't stop my head from those lists. I want the day perfect for my couples that have trusted me and my team. It's one thing to kick ass leading up to the wedding, but it's another come "go-time". It was an incredible day! I've never seen such a stunning wedding party! Wait till you see the pics! E + E Photography were wonderful to work with and I'm just dying to see the pics! So, for now here is one stunner of a sneak peek! Thank you Sydney and Bryce and the Thomas and Hoogland Families for inviting Ira + Lucy to be part of such an incredible moment! xx