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The Beginning of Forever
Think of the classic fairytale where the prince finds the love of his life and they fit together like puzzle pieces. That is the best way to describe Grayce and Phillip.
They first met in fifth grade, but their lasting bond began during their junior year of high school when their friends and brothers brought them together. Grayce asked Phillip out not once, not twice, but three times before he finally gathered the courage to ask her on a date. Phillip knew he was truly in love with Grayce the first time he watched her ski moguls at Alta. They spent nearly every day together, and when they weren't together, they were texting. Unlike the time it took Phillip to get down on one knee, they took their time before officially becoming boyfriend and girlfriend.
Throughout high school, they attended every dance, hiked, skied, went boating, and even built woodworking projects together, including the guitars they will play at their wedding.
After graduation, Phillip attended the University of Utah while Grayce enrolled at Brigham Young University Idaho, and they continued dating despite the distance. A semester later, Phillip was called to serve a Spanish-speaking mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Las Vegas. Grayce was later called to serve in Montevideo, Uruguay. Although the separation was difficult, they were thrilled to both be learning Spanish and faithfully emailed each other every week throughout their missions, often writing in Spanish.
When Grayce returned home, they went on a sunset date at the park, and that very evening decided to spend the rest of their lives together. A few weeks later, Phillip proposed at the same spot where they had shared their first kiss, on a hike behind Grayce's home near the Draper Utah Temple.
They feel incredibly blessed to begin their eternal family together and are grateful to celebrate this special day with their family and friends!


































an evening to remember
Order of the Evening
August 21, 2026
- 5:30—Hors d'oeuvres on the East Terrace, and a chance to greet the bride and groom
- 6:30—Buffet dinner served in the Capitol Rotunda
- 7:30—Cake cutting and first dance
- 8:00—Dancing and live music
- 9:30—Farewell send-off at the south steps
where & when
The Day
Additional details for the Temple Sealing and Wedding Luncheon will appear with your RSVP if you are invited to those events.
Wedding Reception
August 21, 2026
5:30 — 9:30 PM
Utah State Capitol
350 N State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Hors d'oeuvres outdoors on the east terrace; dinner and dancing indoors. Formal Attire Requested · Black Tie Optional.
Complimentary self parking is available on the east side of the Capitol building, as shown on the map below. Both surface parking lots and an underground parking garage are available for guests. If you prefer to be dropped off, a dedicated passenger drop-off loop is located on the east side of the building.

with gratitude
Registry & Gifts
Your presence is the greatest gift we could receive. For those who have asked, we've included a few ways to celebrate with us beyond the wedding day.
Newlywed FundIf you'd prefer, contributions toward our honeymoon, school and future adventures are deeply appreciated.
@Grayce-Ahlstromwhat to wear
Attire
This celebration will be a formal affair, and guests are invited to dress accordingly. Gentlemen are encouraged to wear a suit and tie or, if they wish, black tie attire. Ladies may choose a floor-length gown or an elegant cocktail dress.
The wedding colors are shown below, though guests are welcome to wear any colors in which they feel their best.
Grayce and Phillip look forward to celebrating an unforgettable evening with their family and friends.


good to know
Questions
The wedding reception will be an adults-only celebration. Guests are invited to enjoy a fun night out celebrating with Grayce and Phillip. By special invitation, a small number of children from the immediate family will be in attendance.

