Extraordinary Weddings by Michelle Leo Events
Every wedding tells a different story. At Michelle Leo Events, we believe the most memorable celebrations are those that reflect the people at the heart of them. From iconic mountain resorts and private estates to breathtaking outdoor settings throughout Utah, our portfolio showcases a collection of thoughtfully planned and beautifully designed destination weddings. Each celebration is distinctive in style, atmosphere, and experience, brought to life through creative vision, exceptional attention to detail, and a deeply personalized approach.
EXPLORE OUR PORTFOLIO OF EXTRAORDINARY CELEBRATIONS
Ali + John
A vibrant, whimsical destination wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley in Park City, Utah, over Fourth of July weekend. Ali and Jon's celebration featured lush watercolor-inspired florals, custom pink toile details, bespoke installations, and a spectacular tented reception. Thoughtfully planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events, this colorful mountain wedding was a joyful expression of personality, creativity, and timeless elegance.
Leigh + Matt
A colorful wildflower-inspired destination wedding at 4U Ranch near Park City, Utah. Leigh and Matt's September celebration featured vibrant garden-style florals, botanical details, and a beautifully designed sailcloth tent reception set against a breathtaking mountain backdrop. Planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events.
Tori + Siegfried
A colorful spring destination wedding at The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge in Utah, featuring layered greens, vibrant seasonal florals, immersive draping and a warm mountain reception planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events.
Kelly + Paul
A modern green, cream and white wedding at Talisker Club at Tuhaye, featuring lush florals, layered natural textures and an elegant Tidewater tent reception, planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events.
Annie + Jared
A timeless black, white and gold wedding at Stein Eriksen Lodge in Deer Valley, Park City, Utah, featuring sweeping mountain views, abundant baby’s breath, candlelit details and a chic celebration planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events.
Catherine + Mitch
Catherine and Mitchell hosted an unforgettable destination wedding weekend in Deer Valley, where snow-dusted evergreens and mountain views set the stage for a celebration that felt both timeless and elevated. Planned and designed by Michelle Leo Events, their winter wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley featured a refined neutral palette, lush floral installations, a romantic outdoor ceremony, an elegant escort display during cocktail hour, and a beautifully draped tented reception complete with warm lighting and live band entertainment. Every detail was thoughtfully curated to create a luxurious, welcoming experience for guests throughout the entire weekend.
Grace + Aaron
Grace and Aaron’s Utah destination wedding at La Caille was an elegant black tie celebration inspired by romance, classic design, and fairytale charm. Set in the heart of Little Cottonwood Canyon, their day began with an outdoor garden ceremony overlooking the mountains, followed by a vineyard cocktail hour near the pond and a seated dinner reception inside La Caille’s pavilion. Designed and planned by Michelle Leo Events, the celebration featured a soft palette of gold, blush, cream, and pink with refined floral installations, candlelit moments, and timeless details throughout one of Utah’s most iconic wedding venues.
Madee + Marcin
An elegant August destination wedding at the Goldener Hirsch in Deer Valley, Madee and Marcin’s celebration featured a mountaintop ceremony, rich red florals, and a refined reception in the Edelweiss Ballroom. This Utah wedding blended modern alpine style with thoughtful design and elevated guest experience throughout the weekend.
Annie + Jack
Set against the stunning alpine backdrop of St. Regis Deer Valley, Annie and Jack’s Utah destination wedding was an elevated mountain celebration that balanced natural beauty with sophisticated design. The day began with an outdoor ceremony on the mountain lawn and a relaxed cocktail hour on the mountain deck, allowing guests to take in sweeping views before dinner. Beneath a tent on the Astor Terrace, guests enjoyed a candlelit plated dinner surrounded by lush greenery, white blooms, and soft green accents, creating an organic yet polished atmosphere. Personal touches like custom leather coasters doubled as guest favors, adding warmth and intention to the experience. The celebration continued indoors with an après-ski themed reception and lively after-party, featuring ski-inspired décor, abundant finger foods, and a gondola photo booth that kept the energy going late into the night.
Ashley + Adam
Ashley and Adam’s destination wedding at 4U Ranch was the perfect blend of romance and refined design. Their June celebration began with a heartfelt ceremony and cocktail hour by the river, followed by a plated dinner and dancing beneath the barn’s soaring beams. Soft blue linens, lush pastel florals, and hanging greenery created a timeless and inviting atmosphere, while watercolor paper goods and personalized details added a meaningful touch that reflected the couple’s joyful spirit.
Lindsay + Michael
Planned by Michelle Leo Events, Lindsay and Michael’s June wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley blended mountain romance with chic organic details. Soft blues and purples accented in whites and greens set the tone for their ceremony with sweeping mountain views, outdoor cocktail hour, and tented reception on the Astor Terrace. Custom paper goods and white oak wood accents tied every detail together in this refined destination celebration.
Evan + Charlie
Evan and Charlie’s September wedding at 4U Ranch blended refined mountain style with the natural beauty of the Utah landscape. Designed and planned by Michelle Leo Events, the riverside ceremony and outdoor dinner featured a soft, feminine palette of blush, apricot, cream, and green, creating an elevated yet organic celebration set among rolling fields, towering cottonwoods, and sweeping mountain views.
Maggie + Mason
Texas couple Maggie and Mason celebrated their Utah destination wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley. Designed and planned by Michelle Leo Events, their celebration featured organic florals, natural tones, and fresh fruit accents for an effortlessly elegant event in the Wasatch Mountains.
Ryan + Rebecca
Ryan and Rebecca’s January destination wedding at the St. Regis Deer Valley, designed and coordinated by Michelle Leo Events, was a luxurious celebration straight out of the roaring twenties. From a snowy outdoor ceremony with fire cauldrons and a mirrored aisle to a secret speakeasy complete with casino games and a flair bartender, every detail was custom-crafted for an unforgettable experience. Their reception featured a stunning tented transformation of the Astor Terrace, complete with jewel-toned florals, velvet furniture, a marble dance floor, and a breathtaking ceiling treatment of greenery and crystal chandeliers.
Amanda + Jason
Amanda and Jason's summer destination wedding at St. Regis Deer Valley combined elegant mountain views with timeless details. Their ceremony took place under the porte-cochère, followed by a cocktail hour on the mountain deck and a reception under a wood-framed tent on the Astor Terrace. A palette of dusty blues, purples, mauve, and plum was complemented by warm wood accents, including a custom bar and family photo display. With a live band, monogrammed dance floor, and personalized touches like a custom watercolor suite, their wedding was a perfect blend of romance and sophistication.
Kate + Stuart
Kate and Stuart's destination wedding at Blue Sky Ranch celebrated the beauty of fall with a rich color palette and organic details. Their heartfelt ceremony took place in a meadow framed by stunning mountain views and vibrant autumn foliage. Suzy, their beloved King Charles, stole the show as the flower girl in a custom lace dress crafted from her mom's wedding gown. The celebration continued with cocktail hour on the arena patio, followed by dinner and dancing inside the arena, where personalized touches and a live band made the evening unforgettable.
Kate + Stuart’s Rehearsal Dinner
Kate and Stuart's rehearsal dinner in the Tavern Meadow at Blue Sky Ranch, planned by Michelle Leo Events, embraced a mountain chic aesthetic. With a sailcloth tent, textured neutral linens, and organic wildflowers reflecting the fall hues, the evening perfectly captured a rustic yet refined vibe. Guests enjoyed live acoustic music, ax throwing, and beverages served in boot-shaped glassware, adding a Western-inspired touch to this memorable celebration.
Jill + Blake
Jill and Blake's intimate fall wedding at Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts, was a celebration of love and nature. Inspired by the vibrant aspen trees and mountain views of Deer Valley, their October wedding featured a rich palette of rust, coral, and yellow hues. With a guest list of fewer than 70, they enjoyed an outdoor cocktail hour, a plated dinner in the elegant ballroom, and lively dancing to a live band surrounded by cozy, colorful details. Designed and planned by Michelle Leo Events.
Kim + Luke
Planned by Michelle Leo Events, Kim and Luke's black-tie wedding in September at St. Regis Deer Valley was a timeless celebration of elegance. The day began with a breathtaking outdoor ceremony on the Mountain Lawn overlooking the Wasatch Mountains, followed by a sophisticated cocktail hour on the Mountain Deck. Guests enjoyed a formal plated dinner and lively dancing under a clear canopy adorned with trailing greenery, twinkle lights, and farm-style chandeliers, all set against a soft blush, dusty blue, and green color palette.
Lucy + Charles
Charles and Lucy’s intimate Park City wedding began with a heartfelt ceremony in the meadow of Copper Moose Farm, framed by the stunning Wasatch Mountains and vibrant summer wildflowers. The celebration continued with rooftop dining at Kimball Terrace on Main Street, adorned with pops of pinks, corals, yellows, and greens. This joyful and colorful wedding was a perfect blend of warmth, love, and breathtaking scenery.