Business Details
Your Trusted Colorado Wedding & Event Planning Partner
Sapphire Celebrations is Colorado's premier wedding and event planning company, dedicated to creating unforgettable celebrations for couples and organizations. Our team approach combines individual expertise in project management, organization, and creative design to transform client visions into reality. With over two decades of experience in luxury weddings and corporate events, we offer personalized services including full planning, month-of coordination, and custom packages for intimate gatherings or large-scale celebrations. Founded by a mother-daughter team with deep Colorado roots dating back to 1907, our firm reflects generations of local knowledge and event planning excellence. Our certified professionals maintain active memberships in industry associations like WIPA and NACE, ensuring adherence to the highest standards.We prioritize guest experience and seamless execution, handling every detail from vendor selection to day-of coordination. With a proven track record in both social and corporate events, including high-profile venues like The Broadmoor, we deliver stress-free planning and exceptional results. Our team of principal designers, associate planners, and assistants consistently exceeds client expectations through personalized service and meticulous attention to detail. From destination weddings to philanthropic galas, we bring expertise, creativity, and reliability to every Colorado celebration.
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Month of Coordination
Corporate Event Planning
Destination Wedding Services
Intimate Wedding Packages
Elopement Planning
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Coordination
Philanthropic Event Design
Vendor Management
Custom Event Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of luxury wedding planning expertise in Colorado's premier venues
- Our team combines creative design with proven project management methodologies
- We maintain exclusive vendor partnerships for superior service quality and pricing
- We provide dedicated 24/7 coordinator access during event execution phases
- Our multi-generational team brings fresh perspectives and established local knowledge
What people say
Perfect wedding weekend
Stress-free planning process
Exceptional service
Attention to detail
Professional team
Services
Full Wedding Planning
Our full-service wedding planning handles every detail from initial concept to final execution. With dedicated coordinators managing vendor selection, budget tracking, and timeline creation, we ensure flawless execution of your Colorado celebration. Clients receive personalized guidance through our proprietary Vision Document process to create truly unique events.
Month of Coordination
This focused service handles final preparations and execution for couples managing their own planning. Our team creates detailed timelines, coordinates vendor logistics, and manages day-of operations to ensure stress-free celebration. Limited availability maintains our high service standards.
Corporate Event Planning
Specializing in corporate functions from product launches to annual galas, we create branded experiences aligned with organizational goals. Our planners handle venue sourcing, budget management, and vendor coordination while maintaining your company's professional image throughout the Colorado event.
Destination Wedding Services
With 21 years of experience in Colorado destination weddings, we provide local expertise for out-of-state couples. Services include venue scouting, vendor curation, and logistical planning to ensure seamless execution of mountain weddings and elopements in Colorado's premier locations.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Coordination
Our specialized planners create memorable Jewish celebrations blending tradition with modern design. From venue selection to ceremonial details and entertainment coordination, we ensure culturally appropriate yet contemporary celebrations that reflect family heritage and style preferences.
People
Angie Johnston
Owner and Principal Event Designer
With 20 years wedding planning experience and degrees from University of Denver, Angie combines business acumen with creative vision. Active in WIPA and NACE, she specializes in luxury Colorado weddings.
Pamela Drennan
Owner and Principal Event Designer
Over 12 years wedding experience complemented by 30 years corporate/non-profit event background. University of Denver graduate known for attention to detail in events ranging from 50-3,000 guests.
Emily Norman
Associate Wedding Planner
Former theater professional with NYU masters degree. Brings organizational expertise from stage production to wedding coordination, specializing in timeline management and creative problem-solving for Colorado celebrations.
Jacque Gisetti
Associate Wedding Planner
Colorado native with 15+ years planning experience. Former Marriott hospitality professional and wedding coordinator, focusing on seamless execution of event details and client communication.
Teri Hales
Associate Wedding Planner
Combines wedding photography background with family psychology degree. Specializes in creative design and client relationship management, bringing 10+ years industry experience to Colorado celebrations.
Questions
What services do you offer for Colorado weddings?
We provide full-service planning, month-of coordination, and elopement packages with pricing starting at $3,500. Our services include vendor management, timeline creation, and day-of execution.
Do you plan events outside weddings?
Yes, we specialize in corporate events, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, anniversaries, and philanthropic functions with customized planning services for each event type.
How do you handle outdoor wedding planning?
We create detailed contingency plans for outdoor events, including venue-specific backup options and weather adaptation strategies to ensure event success regardless of conditions.
What makes your planning approach unique?
Our team approach combines multiple expertise areas while maintaining single-point client contact, ensuring both comprehensive planning and consistent communication throughout the process.
Can you assist with destination weddings?
Yes, we have 21 years experience with Colorado destination weddings, providing local expertise in venue selection, vendor curation, and logistical planning for out-of-state couples.
How are your pricing packages structured?
Packages start at $3,500 for month-of coordination, $9,000 for partial planning, and $14,000 for full-service wedding planning, with customized proposals developed during initial consultations.
