Anya + Greg

ROMANTIC “I DO’S” FOR TWO DENVER LOCALS

Love to last a lifetime in the Mile High City

Anya and Greg met doing competitive mock trial during college at the University of Virginia, but they found there was no closing argument needed when it came to deciding where they should get married. “Denver is our home! Getting married here was my chance to show my family, which is based almost entirely in New York, why Greg and I decided to move to such a beautiful and unusual place,” said the bride.

The wedding day itself included some of Hotel Born’s greatest hits including a room service breakfast for the couple in their suite before Anya welcomed her squad of Ladies (capital “L”) for hair and makeup and Greg made his way to Citizen Rail for a drink with the Guys (capital “G”) before the first look and photos on the Terrace. The ceremony included a surprise vows recitation from Greg and lots of tears, including a drop or two from the ceremony guitarist. Once the reception was underway, it was a “nonstop party” that included speeches, another surprise (an acapella performance) and a festive nightcap at nearby Union Station.

Photography by: Ali V Photography

Memorable Details

The ceremony took place in Hotel Born’s Apres Foyer, since Anya and Greg fell hard for this unique space’s woodgrain floors and the way the light filtered in from the Terrace. “Our dearest memory is the feeling of coming back down the aisle—finally married—feeling all the love of our family and friends as they cheered. It was a spectacular moment that we will always cherish.”

Our family members and friends, many of whom stayed at the Born, were treated like VIPs, which made us feel very good about our choice. We wouldn’t change a single thing, except maybe to do it all over again.

The Hotel Born feels like home to us. The décor speaks to our tastes, the staff treated us like they’ve known us forever, and Citizen Rail is one of our go-to date night spots.

A standout moment took place post-ceremony, when the couple were able to sneak off to Hotel Born’s rooftop and take in spectacular views of Denver. “Seeing our city in the fading light of sunset was breathtaking. I’m so thankful we got some photos up there with our photographer, too, who captured the magic of the moment.”

Anya and Greg knew the Aspen Ballroom where they had their reception was right for them because “it felt like we were in a house, not a hotel,” which fit perfectly with their idea of a wedding that was like a “(slightly oversized) dinner party.” They were even able to coordinate their invitation suite to feature some of the colors and patterns of the ceremony and reception spaces.

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