Photo by: Michael Tallman
We’re back to finish what we started! If you missed out on the winners announced in Part One, now is your chance to catch up on the celebration. The envelopes have been opened, the votes are tallied, and we are incredibly proud to present the second and final wave of winners.
Scroll down to discover the rest of the best!
Best First Dance
Couple: Bryn & Matt
Wedding Details: Saturday, September 20th, 2025 at The Summit Yoga Deck & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Photographer: Michael Tallman, DJ: Green Mountain Sound
Photos by: Michael Tallman (Home – Michael Tallman Photography)
The entire room held its breath as they began to float across the dance floor; their first dance was simply magical. The exquisite choreography, featuring elegant twirls, seamless, sweeping transitions, and beautifully executed dips, was a stunning expression of their bond, creating a spectacular and deeply romantic scene that guests will remember long after the night ended.
What the couple had to say: “Our wedding at Stratton was absolutely perfect. The Summit Deck was amazing for our ceremony and the Stratton Mountain Club was where our reception was. The staff was amazing and very professional, doing all they could to make our day perfect. Both us and our guests were very impressed. Sarah A was our coordinator and she really did an amazing job with everything from answering all our questions in the months before to making sure everything went smoothly on the day of. We are so happy with our wedding at Stratton and our guests had a blast. The food was fantastic! After party at the green door pub was really fun as well”
Best Group Photo
Couple: Lauren & Ethan
Wedding Details: Saturday, October 18th, 2025 at The Chapel of the Snows & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Photographer: The Great Blue Photo Co, DJ: Supersounds, Florals: Memory Lane
Photos by: Great Blue Photo Co (https://thegreatbluephotoco.com/)
As you can imagine, corralling 100+ people for a photo is no small feat—especially when you’re the only thing standing between them and cocktail hour. But they absolutely crushed it, with Stratton Mountain providing a stunning backdrop!
Best Wedding Weekend
Couple: Caroline & Max
Wedding Details: Saturday, September 13th at The Summit Yoga Deck & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Band: A house on Fire, Photographer: Danielle Allendorf, Florist: Bondville Bloomist
Photos by Danielle Allendorf (https://dallendorfphotography.com/)
The entire wedding weekend was a celebration! Guests filled their time with fun activities like pickleball, hiking, and hitting the links. The unforgettable rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Grizzly’s served as the perfect prelude to the beautiful wedding events that followed.
What the couple had to say: “Overall, we were so happy with our choice to get married at Stratton. We felt so loved all weekend, and like local celebrities in the town of Stratton (with several posting signs congratulating us and welcoming our guests). The accommodations at the Stratton condos were comfortable, clean, and perfect for our large group. We enjoyed several activities over the wedding weekend, including pickle ball, hiking, and golf, and had a wonderful rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Grizzly’s. Choosing Stratton was definitely the best decision we made for our wedding, and we would do it again in a heartbeat.”
Best DIY Decor
Couple: Nolan & Matt
Wedding Details: Saturday, August 23rd at The Chapel of the Snows & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor team: Florals: Bondville Bloomist, DJ: Joe Bell, Photographer: Kristy Burrell
Photos by: Kristy Burreell (Documentary Vermont Wedding Photographer & Super 8 Film)
Nolan and Matt’s wedding was filled with special touches of hand-crafted decor. From antique thrifted votives to hand drawn signage, Nolan and Matt put tons of personal touches into their special day. Even Nolan’s bouquet had DIY written all over it. The day before their wedding, Nolan was welcomed with open arms into Kate’s shop to create her own bridal bouquet. The wild colored dahlias she chose were nothing less than jaw dropping!
Best Dance Party
Couple: Kelsey & Jonas
Wedding Details: Friday, September 5th, 2025 at The Summit Yoga Deck & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Photographer: Ali Kaukas, Band: A Cover Story, Florals: Bondville Bloomist, HMU: Make Me Glamorous
Photos by Ali Kaukas (Ali Kaukas)
Those Swedes certainly know how to throw an unforgettable party! This epic dance floor was non-stop energy, carrying us all the way through the night. It was packed with sing-along anthems, making it easy (and loud!) to celebrate.
What the couple had to say: “There are not enough words to express how grateful we are for Emily and her team at Stratton Mountain. The ceremony was held at the top of the mountain and our reception was at the Stratton Mountain Club. The choreography of everything seemed absolutely perfect; we were never rushing anywhere, waiting for anything, or wondering what to do when, which just speaks to the strength of our coordinator. I know that even if we weren’t able to pull off the summit ceremony, Emily would have equally made the rain plan of Chapel of the Snows just as flawless and special. For anyone getting married at Stratton Mountain, you will be so lucky to work with Emily and her team!”
Best Exit
Couple: Eliza & Rob
Wedding Details: Friday, October 17th, 2025 at The Chapel of the Snows and The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Photographer: Meghan Marks, Dessert: Dorset Bakery, Florals: Middlebury Florals, Band: Silver Arrow Band
Photos by: Megan Marks (Wedding Photographer | Meghan Marks Photography | United States)
We absolutely live for a sparkler send-off. They brought boundless energy, perfecting their grand exit with multiple runs up and down the dazzling tunnel, culminating in a triumphant kiss. The moment was so epic, even Eliza’s mom couldn’t resist jumping in on the fun!
🔥 Pro Tip: When it comes to sparklers, bigger is always better!
What the couple had to say: “I truly cannot describe how amazing Stratton is. Not only is it absolutely gorgeous, but they made wedding planning SO EASY. We got married 4 days ago and we are still on a high! It was flawless having everyone in the same area, everyone loved their housing, having a shuttle for those who want it, but walking was SO easy. The village was open for those who want it, golf and activities for our guests, and easy travel for those driving from Boston, CT and NY! Truly nothing went wrong and everyone said it was the best wedding they ever went to – and they are a tough crowd to please! The Chapel was adorable and could fit our entire group of 160 with seats to spare it was so cute. It was so fun seeing the leaves through the circle window. Taking pictures at the golf club was gorgeous. The Stratton Mountain Club was perfect! The combo of cocktail hour and the reception worked perfectly. The fact that guests could take a break on the wraparound porch in front of the fire pits was such a plus, in addition to the comfy couches in the main area!. The food was AMAZING and the staff was incredible. We will never get over how amazing Stratton is and are forever grateful for making our special day absolutely perfect. If you are considering getting married at Stratton this is your sign to absolutely do it — not one complaint except we are sad it’s over!!”
Best New Idea
Couple: Paige & Nick
Wedding Details: Friday, August 8th, 2025 at The Summit Yoga Deck & The Stratton Mountain Club
Vendor Team: Hair/Makeup: Brides to go, Photographer: Maple Leaf, DJ: Supersounds
Photos by Maple Leaf Photography (Vermont Destination Photographer | Home)
We spotted the sweetest detail of the day! The father of the bride had his tie custom-crafted using fabric from the mother’s wedding dress. It was a subtle, elegant touch—a truly special detail we had never seen before!
Best Dessert
Couple: Lauren & Zack
Wedding Details: Saturday, March 8th, 2025 at The Chapel of the Snows & The Wentworth Room
Photos by: Alyssa Parker (alyssaparkerphoto.com)
A photo you can smell. After saying “I do,” Lauren and Zack marked their marriage with exhilarating laps down the mountain, culminating at the beloved Waffle Cabin. There is an undeniable magic in gliding down the slope as husband and wife, the sweet, warm fragrance of those famous waffles welcoming you home.
What the couple had to say: “We had the best intimate (~45 adults), snowy winter wedding at the Wentworth Room at Stratton. The team matched our energy – where we were laid back, they rolled with it. Where we had millions of questions, they provided all the resources and options we could need. On weekend of, they created our vision for set-up and they did the full take-down on our behalf. They packed everything up neatly and thoughtfully. Sarah, our coordinator, made my wedding dreams happen by giving us the opportunity to go skiing during our reception. And even got us some chocolate waffles!!! All in all, we are so incredibly happy we went with Stratton. The chapel is also beautiful and with so little decor looked gorgeous. Great value for our wonderful wedding weekend.”
Photo by: Ali Kaukas (Ali Kaukas)
What an incredible year it has been! From spectacular summit ceremonies to dance parties under the stars at the Stratton Mountain Club, the Stratton Mountain Best Of 2025 Awards truly celebrated the couples, vendors, and moments that made this year unforgettable.
Our winners showcased the very best of Vermont mountain elegance and creativity. We saw everything from graceful first dances that brought the house down, to the most heartwarming detail: the four-legged star, Captain, carefully delivering the rings during the ceremony. The weekend-long celebrations proved that the Stratton experience is all about creating memories, with guests enjoying everything from pickleball and golf to scenic gondola rides before the main event.
We raise a glass to all the incredible couples and the talented teams that brought their visions to life. Thank you for sharing your stunning moments with us—the mountain truly shone because of you!
Written by: Emily Ladroga & Sarah Andersen on December 11th, 2025
Did you miss Part One?! Find it here: Stratton Weddings: Best of 2025 – Part One