Snowboarding in a wedding dress! Before hiring a wedding planner, we asked around for recommendations. We only received one name from three different people - Elizabeth (Ebs) Long at Distinctive Mountain Events. She completely lived up to the hype! After carefully listening to the bride and groom's somewhat unique request to ski in our wedding attire after the ceremony, Ebs was quick to narrow down the venue options. She helped with transportation for the wedding party to ski and board, as well as referred us to the best photographers, DJs, and florists, keeping our budget in mind. She suggested the best places to shop for wedding attire, as well as provided discount codes for attire and transportation. She advocated with the vendors for us, often getting additional services for low to no cost. We were nicely nudged on checklists when needed, which was important as the wedding was planned in less than 6 months! Ebs detailed timeline for the wedding weekend was invaluable. She kept the rehearsal moving the night before, negotiated with the venue for additional time in the bridal suite, fixed an issue with the food and drink during the event, and, most importantly, kept the bride and groom calm and happy! While controlling the weather was not in her job description, Ebs saved the day when terrible winter weather arrived. On the January weekend, Breckenridge received 3-4 feet of snow, preceded by an arctic blast of cold temps (-20 degrees) and powerful winds (40 mph). The evening before the wedding, the mountain pass from Denver closed, meaning the groomsmen missed the rehearsal but arrived safely later that night. On the wedding day, as pictures were starting, Ebs calmly informed us that all ski areas had closed due to high winds. Chairlifts were not running. After consulting with local experts, she quickly came up with a back-up plan. Ebs worked with the shuttle drivers to drop the skiers off on a run that does not need to be accessed by a chairlift - the ski home run at the end of the day. The bride said snowboarding in a wedding dress was easy and it was an added benefit that we were the only ones on the mountain given it was closed. The wedding was spectacular, despite the crazy weather. A giant thanks to Ebs for the amazing memories! read more

I cannot overstate how incredible, enjoyable, and invaluable it was to work with Ebs and her team at Distinctive Mountain Events. Our wedding day was nothing short of our dream come true, and that is all thanks to DME's experience, attention to detail, and love for their clients! We would often joke that we forgot DME even had other clients because we truly felt like such a high priority: DME was always incredibly responsive, and when an issue would come up with a vendor it was often already solved by Ebs and her team before I even had a chance to be worried. We originally chose DME because we do not live in Colorado full-time, and we knew we needed someone who was familiar with the area and the vendors to help with the planning and execution of the wedding of our dreams. Little did we know, we were getting the most popular, talented, and loved planning team in the area! DME seems to now literally everyone in Summit County and beyond and is well respected by all. All I had to do was say "Oh, I am working with DME" and was treated as a high priority from all vendors. We never, ever felt like DME was looking out for anything other than our best interests. By the end of the entire year (!) we spent working with DME, they had caught so many little details that were over looked by other vendors and essentially saved the day so many times. For example, two days before the wedding she caught the fact that, for some reason, the rental company forgot to add on rain flaps for the tent - which are typically included in any tent order. As it does almost every afternoon in Colorado, it then rained during the wedding dinner. Everyone would have been soaked and freezing if it weren't for DME! That is just a small example of how invaluable DME is to your wedding. They have so much experience that they literally think through EVERY detail and are insanely organized. I am jealous of any future couple that gets to work with them... I already want to do it all over again!! read more

From the moment we began planning our Breckenridge wedding, Ebs with Distinctive Mountain Events was an absolute dream to work with. Her dedication and expertise transformed our unique vision for our day into a breathtaking reality. She took the time to understand our style and preferences, guiding us through every step of the planning process. What truly set her apart was her exceptional ability to communicate with us, our families and our vendors. She handled all communications seamlessly, allowing us to focus on the joy of our upcoming day rather than the logistics. On the wedding day itself, Ebs went above and beyond. She not only set up and took down all our decorations with such care, but she also made sure that my husband and I had the chance to enjoy every moment--including all the delicious food! Her thoughtfulness in ensuring we were taken care of made us feel truly supported and relaxed throughout the day. Most importantly, she eased our fears and worries at every turn. Her calm presence and unwavering support made a world of difference. We couldn't have asked for a better partner in this journey. If you're looking for someone who will not only meet your expectations but exceed them, look no further than Distinctive Mountain Events. We are forever grateful for her incredible work and couldn't have imagined our wedding without her! read more

Ebs brought all our wedding dreams to life and was truly the best planner to work with!! She came highly recommended by a family friend, and choosing her was one of the best decisions we made. I could not have planned our wedding without her. She's incredibly organized, deeply connected in the area, and has extensive knowledge of vendors and all things wedding-related. She went back and forth with vendors endlessly on our behalf to make sure every detail was exactly what we wanted and we were so so grateful to have her. Because I didn't live in the area, having her by my side throughout the planning process was invaluable. From day one, she understood my vision perfectly and connected us with amazing vendors who were a perfect fit. The week of the wedding, I felt completely calm knowing she had everything under control. I never worried about timelines or mishaps because I knew Ebs would handle it all. We received countless compliments from guests and family about how fantastic she was--and they also raved about all the other vendors she recommended! Multiple people noted that everything felt seamless throughout the night. If you're on the fence about hiring DME, do it! It will be one of the best decisions you make. read more

If you are even remotely considering a wedding coordinator and/or planner for your big day in the Colorado mountains - let me help you out - YES absolutely and look no further than Distinctive Mountain Events! If you're not sure whether or not you want a wedding coordinator, let me ask you this - do you want to ensure the day goes smoothly? Do you want to be stress free on your wedding day? Do you want your closest family and friends to also enjoy the day? Do you want to truly "be in the moment" for this once in a lifetime event? If you answered yes to any or all of these, then call Elizabeth (Ebs) at Distinctive Mountain Events. I cannot emphasize enough how amazing and dedicated she is to her job. She is absolutely fantastic! Her experience in the field, familiarity with local vendors and processes, and level of expertise is unparalleled! If you present a question or problem to her, then she will offer suggestions and solutions. Her energy and attitude are always positive, and you can just feel that she wants your day to be as special and perfect for you as possible. We loved working with Ebs, and we always felt like everything was going to be taken care of and perfect since she was on the job. 10/10 stars :) read more

We can't recommend Ebs enough as a wedding planner! From the very beginning, she impressed us with her incredible vendor recommendations, which helped us find the perfect people to make our day special. Ebs knew exactly who would be a great fit for our vision and worked seamlessly to bring everything together. Throughout the planning process, she was kind, polite, and thoughtful, always making sure we felt comfortable and supported. Ebs is a true professional who consistently went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of, making her a pleasure to work with every step of the way. Ebs was also a master of organization, keeping us on track with detailed checklists and timelines that kept everything running smoothly. Her deep understanding of Summit County venues and the local area gave us confidence that she knew exactly what was needed to make our wedding day flawless. On the big day, she worked closely with our day-of planner, Katelyn, to ensure everything went off without a hitch. Thanks to Ebs, we were able to relax and enjoy our wedding knowing every detail had been thoughtfully planned and executed to perfection. read more

Hiring DME for our wedding was hands down THE BEST DECISION I made in the planning process! Ebs is an absolute gem, delivering above-and-beyond service at every turn. While I considered other planners with lower quotes, going with DME was WORTH EVERY PENNY and then some!! I even had guests rave about how incredible my planner was. For instance, when our welcome sign arrived just two days before the wedding with an error, Ebs didn't miss a beat. Without me even asking, she found a local printer, coordinated the file transfer, negotiated a fantastic price, and had it reprinted and picked up the very next day. That's exactly the kind of person you want on your team for your wedding day! She helped me determine was was truly important to me and what I didn't need to spend money on. She became my pseudo-therapist:) Over the year-long planning journey, I not only gained an amazing planner but a friend. Ebs made the entire experience stress-free and fun. If you're on the fence about hiring this planner, I promise that DME will be the best investment you make to ensure your wedding day is flawless! read more

We couldn't be happier with our experience working with Distinctive Mountain Events and our incredible wedding planner, Ebs Long! From the very beginning, Ebs was a dream to work with--responsive, organized, and always one step ahead in the planning process. Her expertise and attention to detail gave us so much confidence leading up to our big day. On our wedding day in beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado, Ebs went above and beyond to make everything absolutely perfect. The weather was gorgeous, wildflowers were in full bloom, and every detail was flawlessly executed. Ebs managed all the vendors seamlessly, handled any last-minute adjustments with ease, and even stayed late to ensure everything went smoothly. Her calm and professional demeanor allowed us to truly relax and enjoy every moment of our special day. If you're planning a mountain wedding, we can't recommend Distinctive Mountain Events and Ebs Long enough. They exceeded all of our expectations and helped create memories we'll cherish forever. Thank you, Ebs, for making our wedding day magical! read more

When we began planning our mountain wedding, living in Denver, we knew we would need a wedding planner. The first thing that intrigued me about DME was their connection to the community and the smaller companies that they do business with. They are on first name basis with all of their vendors from the owners down to the servers. Then I met Johnna and Ebs and I can understand why every one loves them so much. They are personable, dynamic and you kind of just want to be their best friend! We chose to go with the full package because we both work full time and wouldn't be able to make the wedding of our dreams come true without a little help. They were the perfect choice! They took our ideas and made them a reality. They gave us the most magical and beautiful wedding that was straight out of magazine (I might be a little biased). On the day of I had nothing to worry about except marring my man and getting to be with all of our friends and family. I had zero worries or anxieties, but instead had the best day of my life thanks to Johnna and Ebs. read more

I do not normally write reviews but... WOW! My wedding was beautiful! Johnna and her amazing team of assistants executed every detail of my wedding on time and exactly as I wanted/imagined it. I am so happy that I hired her, she truly took away all of my anxiety and stress. Johnna is so knowledgeable about the area and variety of vendors. I found all of her vendor recommendations to be a perfect fit for me. She really took the time to get to know me and who I was and then created a detailed list of vendors she felt were the best fit for me. She was dead on. From the location, officiant, Salon, florist, band, invitations, cater, transportation, lodging, pre wedding and post wedding events. Distinctive Mountain Events is a fun, precise and professional company that I would recommend to anyone and everyone. I hope I can hire them again for another event. Maybe.........a friends Bridal Shower or Bachelorette Party? If you are throwing an event I would not waste another minute and call Johnna now! read more

We hired Johnna as a "day of" planner and it was money well spent. Johnna was wonderful. She coordinated vendors (floral, photographers, food and beverage, DJ), organized the wedding party to have them at the right place at the right time, worked with the DJ throughout the reception, and even tracked down the wedding cake that was stuck in traffic on I-70 - the cake made it in time. She worked behind the scenes and made sure everything flowed perfectly. And all we did was relax and enjoy everything. The end result was an absolutely beautiful wedding and reception. Thank you, Johnna. You were wonderful! read more

I am not someone that plans events, and had a series of questions. Ebs was a brilliant wedding planner that answered them all. On the day of the wedding her team took care of us, like we had our own personal butler. Always positive and friendly, available very often and quick to respond to our emails, we were VERY lucky to find her and her team. Best wedding ever!! All of my family, friends agreed. HIRE EBS!!!! She was very open and honest with me too!! I had done some work on the wedding before hiring her, and she was truthful in telling me that I only needed to hire a partial planner and not a full one. read more

Ebs was amazing to work with. Once you give her a clear idea of your vision, she has all the answers. Every time she would recommend someone, she would also provide options, but after looking at all of them she somehow ALWAYS nailed it with the first. She made stressful planning a breeze without pushing anything on you and has the experience to answer all of your questions. It would be easy to talk on and on about how amazing she was to work with, but just hire her and find out. When you get engaged you don't realize how hard planning a wedding CAN be, and with her help, you'll never have to. read more

I wanted to say Johnna is the best!!! She helped us plan our wedding and took care of every single detail...right down to heping my husband get a pair of pants to wear to the ceremony as we had left his in NE and didn't realize it until 2 hours before the wedding. She was the calming force to a very hectic day. She was so sweet and made a day to remember for us. My family left the wedding talking about how amazing she was for weeks. Thank you Johnna you were the best wedding gift we had. Rod and Deone Hinz read more

I can't say enough about Ebs and her team-- she made the entire planning process easy, structured (this type A gal loved) and fun! We live states away and it was so easy to trust her throughout this process. She suggested vendors for us to choose from and we loved every single one of them! Natalie was a joy to work with the day of/ day before the wedding. She is So calm, organized and helped with all the tiny details so we could be present and enjoy the day. Forever grateful for them read more

Distinctive Mountain Events was fabulous.. Ebs was always quick to respond to questions and brought a wealth of knowledge and vendors to help us. She was also helpful in giving us creative options and additional information based on her experience. Ebs and Natalie went beyond our expectations with calmly taking care of every last detail on the wedding day. We would definitely recommended them to friends and anyone wanting an amazing wedding. read more

Absolutely perfect help save the day after our wedding day was canceled in the carribean. Helped plan a last minute wedding that had the details of one planned for months. Ebs helped us find the most amazing people to make our day special. Our wedding far exceeded our wildest dreams and outshined our original plans. We wouldn't change anything about our day! read more

Ebs and her team at Distinctive Mountain Events are amazing. They helped us stay on track throughout the planning process, recommended a great location and top-notch vendors, and helped our intimate mountain wedding weekend to go off without a hitch. We are so grateful for all the effort they put in on our special day! read more

Ebs is outstanding and made our perfect day truly perfect! She is very professional, resourceful, responsive, kind and just the perfect person to make a wedding come together! Highly recommended! She took all the stress out of the wedding planning, we enjoyed our day so much! read more