Set in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City against the backdrop of the Asher Adams Hotel, a restored historic landmark and shining example of French Second Empire architecture, this wedding editorial breathes modern elegance into old world grandeur.    

Where Heritage Meets Modern Romance

Asher Adams Hotel is a meticulous restoration that reinvigorates the historic beauty of Salt Lake City's historic Union Pacific Depot, originally built between 1908 and 1909. Asher Adams Hotel opened in 2024 after a thoughtful restoration, where every architectural detail, from stained glass windows to original terra cotta, was preserved to honor its roots in the early 1900's while introducing contemporary luxury and hospitality.

With features like soaring ceilings, neoclassical columns, and walls richly tiled in deep emerald; the space tells a story of American progress and opulence.

This setting creates the perfect canvas for a wedding that celebrates both past and present.

Invitation Suite & Backdrop Styling

Designed by Thoughtfully Yours Design, the invitation suite was crafted as a direct homage to Asher Adams architecture. The main invitation features a custom debossed border, inspired by the ornate trim and sculptural framing found throughout the historic hotel's moldings and wall panels. Soft ivory and blush tones were accented with sage velvet ribbons and wax seals, echoing the venue's natural and historic palette.

The suite was styled in two scenes: once on the hotel's original tile floors, a striking black-and-white geometric mosaic and again atop a hand painted backdrop in a muted green, lending a layered artistic texture to the flat lays. Rings from JBrooks Jewelers were styled on hand made white ceramic dish with white florals beside calla lilies, on the venue's original mosaic tile. The bridal shoes were captured nestled into the historic green tile work, their lace pattern echoing the architecture around them.

Florals and vintage stamps enhanced the storytelling, grounding the suite in both artistry and sense of place. The hand painted backdrop's matte texture and weathered undertones complement the heirloom inspired paper goods while echoing the patina of the historic venue's tile and stonework. When paired with the soft golden glow of garden roses and the ornate embroidery of Bella Belle bridal shoes, the composition evokes an old world romance made fresh for the modern editorial eye.

The reception tablescape was an intentional fusion of European romance and architectural grandeur, desıgned to harmonıze with the heritage of the Asher Adams ballroom. The lons banquet table, styled with rentals from Diamond Event & Tent, was anchored by towering antique gold candelabras topped with slender taper candles. These striking vertical elements were softened by Hillside Floral's cascading arrangements of white calla lilies, cream roses, antique hydrangeas, hellebore, white lisianthus, white and blush ranunculus, Italian ruscus, white tulips and anemone which trailed organically over the edges of the table in a graceful nod to wild garden elegance.


The table settings featured layered fine china that stole the spotlight with its lace-inspired and soft scalloped edges. Each glass charger was rimmed in gold, the fine china featured delicate raised patterns that mimicked heirloom lace, offering a tactile experience that blended seamlessly with the bride's lace gloves and the motif repeated in her gown. This continuity in texture told a quiet yet powerful design story where bridal fashion and tablescape spoke the same romantic language.


Gilded flatware and etched crystal glassware added a touch of regal refinement, while the individual menus, designed by Thoughtfully Yours, were tied with velvet ribbon and adorned with handmade paper roses, placed caretully atop each place setting. Floral patterned napkıns in shades of sage and ivory tucked beneath each charger added a layer of softness and color that echoed the garden palette.
Fresh fruit and vegetables, including pears, grapes and artichokes was styled along the center of the table as a nod to classic still life paintings subtle symbolism of abundance, beauty, and timeless elegance. Every element from plate to petal was thoughtfully placed to embody understated luxury, creating a visual feast that was as soulful as it was stylish.

Tablescape & Floral Design

Cocktails & Lounge Hour

Signature cocktails were served in etched vintage glassware, a deliberate nod to the art deco accents that grace the Asher Adams venue. The drink selection was a vibrant spectrum: effervescent champagne coupes, rosy-hued citrus martinis garnished with dehydrated lemon wheels, amber old fashioneds with orange peels and blueberries. Presented on a brass rimmed cocktail tray, the drinks were styled atop textured stone tables that echo the venue's original masonry. These details were not merely refreshments they were visual accents.

Whether sipped during golden hour portraits in the lounge or paired with the ambient warmth of candlelight at the reception table, each pour felt intentional designed for the modern couple who adores both legacy and

Granite Bakery's four-tiered masterpiece sat on a gold stand and was dressed in baroque piping and white floral accents. Inside: a luscious chocolate cake with a surprise raspberry center moody, rich, and just sweet enough. After dinner, the couple posed in Asher Adams' bar lounge

for editorial portraits reminiscent of a modern love story set in a 1940s speakeasy. Their chemistry, framed by golden globe lighting and vintage barware, delivered the perfect visual transition from sacred vows to sophisticated celebration.

The Cake & Lounge Moment

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