Inclusive vendor directory
Photographers, planners and officiants for Colorado weddings, from Denver and Boulder to sunrise elopements in the Rockies. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.
No officiant neededYou can solemnize your own marriage here. Some couples even have their dogs “sign.”
$30 license, valid 35 daysFrom any county clerk. No residency or witnesses required.
Sunrise is your friendSummer storms roll in most afternoons, so mountain vows usually start early.
Book park permits earlyRocky Mountain National Park ceremonies need a permit, opening a year ahead.
Kassia Lee Photography is all about capturing real moments & raw emotion. The little things that make life so beautiful, from the laughter, the tears, to the smallest details, I’m here to document your story as it naturally unfolds.
I create and perform ceremonies and rituals of all varieties. In the process of getting to know people, from newborns and their families to nearlyweds to actively dying folks, I craft celebrations of life’s meaningful moments, both big and small.
It’s just you, the love of your life, and a handful of your closest friends and family, celebrating your love, your commitment, and the life you want to build together.
Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to blend into the rhythm of your wedding, letting things unfold naturally while staying ready for whatever comes next.
Milly and her team capture love across America and the world, specializing in LGBTQ+ couples and body-positive wedding photography.
Hey there! I’m Sylvie, an NYC-based photographer specializing in elopements and intimate weddings. My work is all about celebrating the texture, motion, and ephemeral feeling of your milestone day in the city I’ve called home for the past 18 years.
Arlo SoHo is located in SoHo just north of Tribeca. Arlo SoHo offers thoughtfully designed guest rooms that combine flexible, modern furniture with efficient storage spaces and a range of play full touches. Plus, all the amenities you need to make it your perfect NYC honeymoon home base in the city.
Muffcake Manor is a boutique wedding stationery studio led by illustrator and designer Adrienne Browning, where every piece is crafted with intention, heart, and a touch of old-world romance. Rooted in the Pacific Northwest but serving couples around the world, the studio specializes in bespoke wedding invitations that feel less like paper goods and more like heirloom keepsakes. The kind of pieces families tuck into albums, frame on walls, and revisit long after the celebration ends.
A team of designers with a wealth of experience in creating beautifully crafted, affordable, letterpress wedding & engagement stationery
Emily Chelsea Jewelry, are an online retail store that specializes in creating unique and custom engagement and wedding rings. We want your jewelry to uniquely reflect who you are, what you stand for and what you find beautiful. We seek to always source as responsibly and ethically as possible—whether that means using recycled or Fair-mind gold, recycled and post-consumer diamonds, or Montana sourced or lab-grown gems.
Hey there! We’re Meaghan and Evan—best friends, partners in life, dog parents, and the creative duo behind RTP. We believe your wedding photography experience should be fun, stress-free, and 100% affirming of your identities. No stiff poses, no endless photo sessions keeping you from the party—just a whole lot of joy, candid moments, and beautiful storytelling through a mix of digital, film, and Polaroid photography.
A husband and wife creative team who capture incredible real moments, of real people on their wedding or elopement day in Palm Springs
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Colorado is one of the few states where you can solemnize your own marriage. No officiant, no witnesses, just the two of you and a pen. It’s a big part of why so many queer couples elope here.
The couples in our stories have made the most of it. One pair hiked to Dream Lake at sunrise to sign their license, another signed theirs beside a waterfall near Aspen, and at Twin Lakes, the dogs did the honors.
Apply at any county clerk and recorder’s office. You don’t need to be a resident. The license costs $30, must be used within 35 days, and goes back to the county within 63 days of your ceremony. Small tip from a couple who learned the hard way: sort the paperwork early, because they left their license at home on the day.
Every ceremony in the park needs a Special Use Permit, with a $300 application fee. You’ll choose from designated sites, keep it to 30 people or fewer, and get a two-hour window. Applications open a year ahead and summer and fall fill up fast, so start there if the park is your dream.
Mountain towns like Telluride take real planning to reach. One Telluride couple swears by spreadsheets, and shoes with grip if there’s snow.
No. Witness signatures aren’t required on a Colorado marriage license, though you can add them if you’d like.
No. You don’t need to be a Colorado resident. Your license just needs to be used in Colorado.
Yes. Colorado allows self-solemnization, so the two of you can sign your own license with no officiant at all.
Yes, as long as they’re authorized to solemnize a marriage, which usually means getting ordained first. Or skip the officiant and solemnize it yourselves.
It must be used within 35 days of being issued. After the ceremony, return the signed license to the county within 63 days.
Yes. Every ceremony in the park needs a Special Use Permit, with a $300 application fee. Ceremonies happen at designated sites only, with up to 30 people and a two-hour window.
Legal and permit details last checked October 2026. Always confirm with your county clerk and the National Park Service before your date.
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Every vendor is vetted for inclusive practices. Not just LGBTQ+ friendly. Genuinely affirming.
