Bentwood Inn Wedding in Jackson Hole Wyoming

August 31, 2021 eastlyn bright

This wedding is published in print in the Rocky Mountain Bride Wyoming 2022 magazine, see the issue here and here.

This wedding is also featured by the publication Boho Weddings UK, see the article here. You can also find a feature in the Scandinavian wedding blog Sister in Law, here.

We absolutely love how Mira & Aaron nixed traditional wedding things like a wedding party and bouquet toss, and made it personal by creating an intimate experience. Some fun personalizations that really stood out to us: only three tables during the reception; pre-reading their vows during the first look; Mira's dad officiating; having one “first dance” by having their parents dance alongside them; and joining the cocktail hour to spend more time with their guests. Mira & Aaron booked an adventure (engagement-style) session with us two days before their wedding within Grand Teton National Park, so that on the actual wedding day, they could spend less time on portraits and more time enjoying the company of their guests.

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Mira and her family had previously stayed at the Bentwood Inn during vacation, and so they knew this was the perfect place to hold their wedding. They reserved the entire Bed & Breakfast for several days, so that Aaron, Mira, their families and friends could all enjoy some time in beautiful Wyoming leading up to the wedding day.

"Jackson Hole" refers to the entire valley stretching along Grand Teton National Park. Jackson Hole is home to several towns, including Jackson and Wilson. Jackson is the main town area. The Bentwood Inn, which is in Wilson, is about a 15 min drive from Jackson.

The front porch of the Inn is perfectly framed with a lush garden, and decorated with classic western furniture, wagon wheels and other unique antiques from the region. The creek bordering the edge of the property was flowing beautifully due to the recent snow melt, and a pleasant breeze moved the surrounding cottonwood trees like a song. The ceremony was set with the aisle leading up to the base of three of these trees. It was like they were grown here as a trio for this very moment—it was the perfect spot.

After a sweet first look between both Mira and Aaron, and then Mira and her dad, the group waited inside until it was time for vows. Mira & Aaron elected not to have a traditional wedding party, but their friends were still with them every moment of the day.

Before the first kiss, Mira’s dad (who she told us is her best friend) officiated the ceremony and another friend sang La Vie En Rose.

The reception was held in the Bentwood backyard under a beautiful white tent. Long tables from JH Mountaintop Rentals were decorated beautifully with floral arrangements by Dandelion Floral, and gorgeous place settings rented from XoWyo. Gather Events Co did an incredible job bringing this stylish couple's vision to life. It was elegant with a bit of vintage and western whimsy. The cake was handcrafted by Mira’s mom (to avoid elevation issues, she actually packed the cake in her carry-on for her flight to Wyoming).

After emotional toasts by Mira’s dad, her best friends, and Aaron’s brother, we took Mira & Aaron back to the cottonwood trees for some evening portraits. When we were finished, we returned to their guests and the party started. The incredible Whiskey Mornin’ preformed live music ranging from covers of oldies to current hits, and everyone danced nonstop until the end. It was a day no one in attendance will ever forget.

We hope you enjoy these photos as much as we did taking them. (See full vendor credits at the bottom of this post.)