What is “Breller” anyway?

Breller is our couple’s nickname, BR(yant) +(r)ELLER. So much faster than having to type out both of our names. 

 
What is Tanya’s House?

A magical midcentury mod built by Tanya (B's grandmother) and Papu (B's grandfather) in which the Hogan kids were raised and where the extended Hogan Clan has gathered for decades' of countless milestones, memories, pool parties, and general merriment and shenanigans. While it has been a home to so many of our guests over the years, we kindly request that all guests stay outdoors until after the ceremony/after cocktail hour has started so that the wedding party can prepare for the ceremony (we have to have some surprises, you know).

What will the weather be like? What should I pack?

Historically, LDW in Denver is hot, with daytime temps in the low 90s with abundant sunshine and little chance of rain (but it's DRY heat, friends, which is MUCH more pleasant than the humidity that many of our Midwestern guests experience that time of the year). Additionally, once the sun goes down temperatures do tend to cool off quickly, so we recommend anyone rocking a sleeveless outfit consider bringing a shawl or sweater just in case.

What is the DRESS CODE?

Wedding/Reception Attire: Upscale Garden Party (semi formal).

Saturday Night Welcome Party: Vintage Prom (see below).

Why “Vintage Prom” night?

Have you met us? We love a good costume/themed party!   Alexis was super impressed on their 4th-ish date when Bryant told her that he owned a costume box. (He later had to call his mother to inquire about the whereabouts of said costume box, but it still counts). While the end result of nailing a theme is satisfying, there is also fun to be had coming up with an idea and hunting down pieces. Fun will be had and there will be prizes.

“Vintage prom” was the most succinct phrase that came to Alexis’ mind that could be most easily crammed into the text messages that you received in lieu of timely save the dates. But don’t let the reference to “prom” box you in. Think fabulous, whimsical, and fancy, even if the outfit would have fit better at a retro wedding or on a Hollywood red carpet than your dusty, high school gymnasium.  Is there an over-the-top gown or full-on zoot suit collecting dust in your closet that you’d love an excuse to bust out?  We want to see it!

“Vintage” is vague enough to give you license for whatever time period calls to you. Maybe it's time to try out/revive your Disco Era, or channel your inner 1950’s housewife with a swing skirt and gloves or a handsome smoking jacket. Maybe you’re lucky enough to stumble upon the absolute insanity that was 1980s wedding/bridesmaid dresses (bridal headband/head dress, anyone?).  

This will be the one time we play the “It’s our Wedding” card and must insist that even those hesitant embrace the whimsy. As a last resort, those aforementioned costume box(es) will be made available to those that show up unprepared, but we trust that you won't let us down.