Our Spring/Summer issue of Arizona Bride explores two of my favorite—and arguably most important—parts of the wedding day: food and fashion. Both decadent, both detail-oriented and both feasts for the senses. If you think about it, when recalling the many memorable moments of a wedding day, fare and flair are always top of mind: a gorgeous gown, creative ways to serve hors d’oeuvres, late-night bites that hit just right, bridesmaid style and maybe a fun footwear choice a la Air Force Ones.
With couture as our North Star, we ventured up to the inimitable Enchantment Resort in Sedona to capture bridal looks for every festivity—from bridal shower to bachelorette, rehearsal and beyond. Turn to page 34 to see all the latest trends on the red rock runway. Also, fun ways to transform your reception look in “After-Party Edit” and the DL on skin gadgets to get that sought-after glow.
Down in the valley, Gardenia Weddings imagined a lovely tableau at Desert Botanical Gardens for a stylish smorgasbord to take center stage—Atlasta Catering crafted a sprawling family-style feast, grazing table and late-night snacks, while Pearl’s Mini Donuts delivered the sweetest of treats.
All this, a rooftop reception to die for, our favorite Scottsdale resorts and real weddings sure to inspire your very own day.
So dive in, eat up and savor all we have in store for you in the coming pages.
Chelsea Gibson
Editor-in-Chief
