Texas Weddings

Well, SMPers, it’s officially the weekend – and since we know you lovelies have grand plans that include two whole days of sun, sand and relaxation, we thought we’d kick it all of with some downright pretty inspiration, all courtesy of this fabulous Texas e-session and the magical lens of Kimberly Chau Photography.  It’s a romantic picnic in the park boasting the world’s most adorable duo and a giant game of chess… and it’s brightening our Friday evening with every love-filled second.  See so much more right here.

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From Kimberly Chau Photography… I’ve known Janee since grade school when she moved to our neighborhood. She was always very smart, athletic, and super motivated to succeed in anything she tried and put her heart into. She was competitive, a fighter, and strong-minded. I very much admire her character and will power. Even to this day.

Janee + Robert first met in nursing school three years ago. They talked and she found that he was very nice, funny, and quite hilarious. They dated and he took her to the nearby parks for walks, frisbee, and picnics. Both love the outdoors and sports. Both were perfectly made for each other.

I always try to meet with my clients before I work with them. It had been a long time since I last talked to Janee, so we had to play catch up during our meeting. And the excitement in her voice never once ceased, especially when she retold the proposal story.

The night that Robert proposed, Janee told me, was just perfect. (By the way, Robert, you’re an awesome man). He drove into Houston from Dallas and made dinner plans at Eddie V’s. Janee laughed when she described the dinner. At the end of the meal, a bottle of champagne showed up at their table. Robert is the silly type, she said, and he told her that the drink was free and seconds later, popped the cork for a toast. He didn’t pop the question then. He waited because he wanted to do it at the perfect moment. After dinner, they went to look at Christmas lights around the neighborhood. It was then, amongst the gorgeous glowing lights that Robert got out of the car and got on one knee and asked Janee to marry him.

Janee, you and Robert are just the sweetest couple! I so enjoyed photographing you two and loved catching up! I wish you both the best in wedding planning and in marriage!

Photography: Kimberly Chau Photography

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An oh-so friendly reminder…

New York brides mark your calendars for the Amsale Trunk Show at their flagship salon from July 13 – 15. For more information, please check out SMP New York!

And last, but not least, we have some winners to announce! 

Congratulations to Elizabeth for winning 100 FREE Invitations and Response Cards (with envelopes) from Dear LC!

The two lucky winners of 4 place settings of Colorwave from Noritake are Amanda H. and Leo! Congratulations!

The winner of the Radio City Clutch from BHLDN is Sonja! Congrats!

Have a fabulous weekend, lovelies!  We’ll see you back here Monday morning! xoxo

A brunch wedding that starts off with monogrammed, chambray shirt wearing bridesmaids all in a row is bound to be a delightful celebration indeed. One that takes the pretty surroundings of Farmers Branch Historical Park and infuses the intimate backyard-esque details crafted by Picture Perfect Day Wedding Planning & Event Design into one whole-heartedly beautiful affair. And we have Jenny McCann’s photography to bring all that joy to life; one pretty image at a time. See it right here!

From the Bride… Our vision was simple — we wanted our day to be an intimate affair that represented Michael and me, our families, our Texas upbringing, and of course, a few of our favorite things. We wanted our guests to celebrate and have a nostalgic day in the park with us! Michael grew up in Farmers Branch and visited this park a lot as a child. Also, Michael’s good friend, youth minister, and mentor Rick Briscoe officiated, which made our celebration even more intimate. The cotton represented my hometown of Ennis, Texasm and it was all handpicked in the fall. Succulents and herbs for arrangements, boutonnieres, and bouquets were all picked from my garden. All of the silver serving pieces belonged to Michael’s family and were well over 100 years old. We had all of our favorite games at the wedding, including Scrabble, bingo, Monopoly, poker, Clue and more from over the years. Music was played at the reception by our good friend Daron Fuller, and the cakes were made by a friend, Mary Ann Manrodt. The cake serving pieces and picture frames were used at several family weddings in the past and the china and champagne glasses were picked up at countless thrift shops along the way. Brunch and champagne are two of our favorite things, so a biscuit bar and champagne bar were only fitting! Some of the DIY crafts included: letters covered in book pages to hang on the church doors, chalkboard labels, 2,000 paper hearts to scatter down the church aisle, church confetti, crossword puzzles for each place setting, fabric flower garlands, decorated mason jars for flower arrangements, decorated clothing pins to hang pictures on our “Family Tree,” the biscuit bar sign, bride and groom burlap signs, and birdseed pouches. This wedding was a collaborative effort by everyone there; we truly have the most wonderful family and friends!

Photography: Jenny McCann / Wedding Venue: Farmers Branch Historical Park in Dallas, Texas / Event Planning, Floral + Event Design: Picture Perfect Day Wedding Planning & Event Design / Wedding Invitations + Programs: Studio SloMo / Cakes: Mary Ann Manrodt / Reception Music: Daron Fuller / Wedding Dress: Watters / Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin “Cobra” / Hair & Makeup: Micaela Soto of Phillip K Thomas Salon / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Various / Groom’s Suit: Thick as Thieves / Groom’s Shirt: Ralph Lauren / Groom’s Shoes: Allen Edmonds

It’s pretty difficult to make the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden even more beautiful than it already is, but somehow this wedding by Apryl Ann Photography managed to do it. Incorporating peacocks into the floral displays was a brilliant move by Blooming Accents and the couple hit a home run with carrying out their theme to the cake by Delicious Cakes. Apparently not everything in Texas is just bigger, it’s more beautiful too! Check out the full gallery here.

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From the bride…Matt and I fell in love in Dallas. We enjoy the city and knew it was the ideal place to start our married lives together. Perfect Texas days are hard to come by but that’s what Matt and I dreamed of for our wedding. Though few and far between, there are some evenings in Dallas where you wouldn’t dream of being anywhere but outdoors under the stars. That’s exactly what we pictured when planning our big day. We were sold on the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden as a venue when we stood on the patio overlooking the lake with a view of the Downtown skyline. We love both the outdoors and the city so the Arboretum seemed like the best compromise. Strategically choosing the month of October and the grace of God gave us the most beautiful evening we can ever imagine to have.

The aesthetic of the evening was a mix of nature and glamour. The colors were chosen from a peacock feather because the jewel tones make a great Fall color palette and are complimentary to both male and female. The feathers adorned all aspects of the day, including the bride, bridesmaids, groomsmen, ceremony and reception.

The ceremony was in a colorful, open garden with white chairs and a white picket fence grounding the feel of a wedding. The music from a harp welcomed guests as they took their seats. Peacock feathers could be seen on the aisle, in the floral arrangements and as guests transitioned into cocktail hour and then the reception.

Wedding Photography: Apryl Ann Photography / Wedding Venue: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden / Wedding Coordination: Amy Hall with Host Event Design / Floral Design: Blooming Accents / Catering: Gil’s Elegant Catering / Wedding Cake: Delicious Cakes / Paper Goods: Magnet Street.com / Band: Studio 54 Band / Lighting: A Very Special Day / Linens: BBJ Linens / Harpist: Mary LeBus / Bride’s dress: Pronovias from Lewisville Bridal Boutique / Bride’s Shoes: Pour la Victoire / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Melissa Sweet and Priscilla of Boston / Groom’s Tux: Calvin Klein / Gromsmens’ Suits: Men’s Warehouse

What do you get get when you combine an uber-stunning (and oh-so-chic) bride and groom, a breathtaking backyard location and succulent-filled table tops as far as the eye can see?  A modern art-infused gem that is all kinds of AWESOME – and a sweet inspiration fest that will leave you smiling from here to all eternity.  Yep, life is good.  Add to all of that contemporary goodness ah.mazing images by Jess Barfield Photography and a gorgeous burst of vibrant orange hues and, well… pure happiness ensues.  Click here for more.

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From the Bride… Robert proposed at the Museum of Modern Art in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was as much involved in the planning process as I was — I wanted it to be our day, not just my day! The wedding took place at my uncle’s (Dallas architect Bill Hidell) ultra modern house off the lake. From there, everything just fell into place. Robert and I knew that we wanted to incorporate our love of modern art — my childhood favorite artist, Piet Mondrian influenced most of it, but we also wanted it to feel natural, organic, beautiful and romantic all at the same time. We found that having simple decorations let the true beauty of the house, rolling hills of the backyard, newly budding flowers and calm water really show! We kept the wedding color palette neutral with gray, cream and ivory with small accents of orange. My uncle was such a great sport — at my request, he designed and built the canopy of lights over the dance floor and put on an absolutely amazing fireworks show! Robert and I were inspired by a wall we saw while visiting the Dallas Museum of Art; instead of having your typical guest book, we painted graphic triangles of oranges and neutrals. I still love reading all the notes our guests wrote! We also cut and painted three signs that helped guide guests to the house, all inspired once again by modern artists. We just wanted the day to reflect us — I absolutely loved our ceremony performed by Reverend Diane Robertson. It brought happy tears to everyone’s eyes! It was just a special, magical night that we will never forget!

Wedding Photography: Jess Barfield Photography / Wedding Venue: The Bride’s Uncle’s Home in Little Elm, Texas / Floral Design: Stems of Dallas / Wedding Planning: The Bride + Her Family / Officiant: Reverend Diane Robertson / Catering + Cannoli: Gennarino’s / Wedding Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes / Bride & Groom Cake Toppers: Sur La Table / Cannoli: Gennarino’s / Wedding Stationery: Designed by the Bride & Her Mother via Paper Source / DJ: Mathais Carthen of Randal Stout Entertainment / Table, Chairs, Linens, Glasses + Flatware: Rentals: Ducky Bob’s / Wedding Dress: BHLDN / Bride’s Headpiece: Lo Boheme / Bride’s Wrap: Anthropologie / Bride’s Shoes: Vera Wang Lavender via Nordstrom / Hair + Makeup: Lisa Martensen of Kim Dawson Agency / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Rent the Runway, BCBG + Anthropologie / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Groomsmen’s Suits: Their Own / Bride’s Engagement Ring: Eiseman Jewels / Bride’s Wedding Band: Tiffany & Co. / Groom’s Ring: Eiseman Jewels

When flipping through wedding photos is this much fun, I can’t imagine what it was like to actually be at the wedding! This jaw dropping event by Sarah Kate will truly take your breath away, as will the couple who is just as beautiful as their wedding day. It’s clear that every detail from this event was tastefully thought out, including the delightful floral arrangements by Stem’s of Dallas. Don’t worry, they didn’t go to waste! Be sure to read the bride’s words below and head over to the full gallery here!

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From the Bride… When Aaron and I started to plan our wedding, we looked at an endless amount of venues online. We debated on whether to do a facility rental and DIY everything or use a hotel. We couldn’t be happier with our choice to have everything at the Four Seasons. I had no idea how much I would appreciate the service and amenities until the day of, when time is flying by and you don’t have time to do everything yourself. The resort was a great choice as it was local yet a little get-away for our guests. All along, we wanted everyone to enjoy their night. With the perfect spring weather, amazing food and an awesome band, we are pretty sure our wish was granted. We were beaming and overjoyed. Thanks to all of our wonderful vendors, including Sarah Kate, who did such a beautiful job capturing the happiness on our special day.

After over eight months of planning, I feel like I could write a book on what to do as well as things not to do!  I had seen how florals get thrown away at the end of receptions. When you’re paying for them, it is really hard to think about them going to waste so quickly. We picked up some wine crates from local liquor stores (free!) and had a family friend cut them into 8×8-inch boxes. The florist then used these for some of the centerpieces, which went home with friends at the end of the night. I also bought some small mercury glass votives for the cocktail table arrangements so the bridesmaids could take one with them (although I forgot to tell them!).  A big thanks to the florist, Stems, for working with all my requests and creating such beautiful designs! I was able to save on invitations and programs, as my sister is an art director and designed everything herself — a HUGE help and a special gift! Wearing my mother’s veil was another special part of the day for me. One mistake was waiting until the week before the wedding to do the tasks that seem small, but end up taking a long time. Without a wedding planner, I had no idea how busy I would be contacting vendors and getting every last detail figured out. Luckily my mom’s friends came over to help us make the pom-pom balls, tie ribbons, and stuff eco-fetti envelopes!

While I loved every bit of planning the big event, I’m so thankful for the sweetest man I now get to call my husband. The best gift! As we knew the day might be chaotic and stressful, Aaron and I said that we would make each other our focus for the day and cherish every moment. The memories from our ceremony are perfect — it was filled with love, happiness and the Lord’s blessings. We are so thankful to have been surrounded by our family and friends on such a fun night.

Wedding Photography: Sarah Kate, Photographer / Wedding Venue + Catering: Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas in Dallas, Texas / Floral Design: Stems of Dallas / Wedding Cinematography: Seth Thorpe of Shown, Inc. / Wedding Invitation + Program Design: Brooke Baker, Sister of the Bride / Wedding Cake: Lemon Sisters Bakery / Macaroons: Tart Bakery / Mini Cupcakes + Brownies: The Hopsitality Sweet / String Quartet: Forte Strings / Band: The Project / Straws: Splendid Shop / Heart Shutter Shades: Oriental Trading Company / Wedding Dress: Casablanca Bridal / Brides’ Veil: Her Mother’s / Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin / Bride’s Hair: Whitney Perry, A Friend of the Bride / Bride’s Makeup: Leslie Belcher / Bridesmaids’ Dresses:  Watters + Wtoo / Bridesmaids’ Robes: Plum Pretty Sugar / Men’s Suits: Jos. A. Bank

All you really need for a fabulous e-session is the love of your life, a killer red dress, and a super talented photographer like Sarah Kate. Luckily for this adorable couple, they have all the ingredients. Need more proof? Head over to the full gallery for the whole shebang!

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From the Bride-to-Be… With a full class schedule at Oklahoma State University, I had no choice but to register for a night class to accommodate my statistics credit. Little did I know, it was where I would meet my future husband … what are the odds? Fast forward past two years of dating in college, multiple fraternity/sorority social events and graduation in the spring of 2008, Aaron and I found ourselves relocated to my hometown of Dallas, Texas. Young and eager to begin our careers, we continued dating while beginning the next step in our lives in the “Big D.” Two years of working quickly passed when I was approached with a career opportunity abroad in London. After many discussions with Aaron, he was nothing but supportive and encouraging about the move.

Having only a few weeks between the day I accepted the position and my big move, we decided to squeeze in a last minute getaway to our favorite city, Chicago. It was there in Millennium Park when Aaron took me by surprise and got down on one knee — we have been happily engaged now for nine months. Although we are currently separated by a rather large “pond,” I could not be more excited about my move back home this December to be with my best friend and become husband and wife on February 23, 2013 in Dallas.

Photography: Sarah Kate Photographer / Location: White Rock Lake in Dallas, Texas / Bride’s Top, Necklace + Dress: J.Crew

A glorious two-day celebration, a fabulous blending of cultures, a breathtaking bride and groom… if ever there was a wedding weekend to stop you COMPLETELY in your tracks, this spectacular Dallas soiree is IT.  From the vibrant colors bursting from every corner to the heartwarming moments filling the gallery to the drop-dead gorgeous images captured by the oh-so-talented Ivy Weddings, there’s not a single second of pretty that won’t leave you seriously swooning.  Yep, it’s a Friday and Saturday of pure lovely and we can’t get enough.  See it all here.

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From Matt + Ivy of Ivy Weddings… When we first met Tina and Raja, we were struck by how well they matched. Raja is a physician and Tina is a yoga instructor, and even though they come from different states and have different backgrounds, they somehow met in Dallas and fell in love. If you ask Tina about their story, she’ll say Raja pursued her until she gave in and went on a date with him. If you ask Raja, he’ll probably agree with Tina, and say that’s exactly how it happened. We think that in itself is a sign that they’ll be happy for a long long time! 

Tina and Raja’s marriage was a celebration of the blending of two cultures and two families. We spent two days photographing their love story, and a couple all-nighters trying to narrow down our favorite photos! The first day of Tina and Raja’s celebration was the Mehndi Party, and the second day was the Western wedding ceremony. If you love culture and tradition, fun, food and dancing, you will fall in love with Tina and Raja’s Mehndi party. Their wedding ceremony the next day was a beautiful celebration of their families and future together. We loved how the bride requested a flower be placed on the first chair during the ceremony to honor her mother’s memory and how much excitement the bride and groom showed up until the last moments of the evening. It really was an epic celebration, and we wish them both a lifetime of happiness!

Mehndi Party Credits: Photography: Ivy Weddings / Venue: The Adolphus Hotel in Dallas, Texas / Decor: Prashe Decor / Catering: India Palace Restaurant / DJ: DJ Riz / Western Wedding Credits: Photography: Ivy Weddings / Venue: Cityplace in Dallas, Texas / Floral Design: Rockstar Floral / Event Decor: Shag Carpet + The Bride / Officiant: Robbie Conover / Cinematography: Rudy Cassol / Bride’s Cake: Romano’s Bakery / Groom’s Cake: La Duni / DJ: Blair Sparkman of Party All the Time Productions / Bride’s Dress: Demetrios / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Donna Morgan via Nordstrom / Groom’s Suit: Pal Zileri via Ken’s Mans Shop

I have to just say that Bri of BLUE LOTUS may be my newest florist obsession.  I am dying over the gorgeous arrangements she created for this Dallas soiree.  The mix of blue, peach, blush and white blossoms are the perfect blend of wild and elegant and the perfect match for this romantic, DIY affair.  Through photos by Sara & Rocky, it is truly a work of art.  You just have to go to the full gallery to see it all!

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And if you thought their wedding was beautiful you have to see their engagement that Sara & Rocky captured as well!  I was in tears literally within 15 seconds and the waterworks did not stop through the entire thing!

For the big day, Andrew Miller Design worked his magic behind the camera!

From the Bride… When Ben and I first met, I would definitely say the roles were reversed, and I pursued him … hard. I had seen him playing in the worship band at a new church I started to attend, and knew right then and there that he was the man I wanted to marry. After several persistent months of chasing, our relationship finally took off. When he did propose, I thought I would be able to tell it was coming and read him like a book, but I was wrong. He totally had me fooled and it was perfect. He proposed to me in an old barn that is the home of House of Hargrove, a little antique and furniture store that we have been visiting for months. Going antiquing is a fun hobby of ours and the way he arranged the barn to be open just for him to be able to propose inside was so sweet.

So of course, as soon as we got engaged, I kicked it in to high gear. Because I had been addicted to wedding blogs for quite some time, I knew exactly what I wanted. Since Sara & Rocky Garza of Sara & Rocky Photography, are some of our best friends, we of course knew we wanted them to document our day. Our cinematographer was another close friend of ours, and he did a magnificent job producing my absolute favorite part of any wedding, the video trailer. I already had a small list of florists in the area I was considering, but after meeting Bri with Blue Lotus, the chemistry was right. I knew she would be able to bring alive my vision of bringing the outdoors inside. She used succulents, ferns, and brass and wood vessels. My bouquet even turned out to be exactly what I wanted and more. The tables were simple with small lace table toppers and handmade table numbers. The escort cards were all done by me as well and hung on super cute screen doors I found from Rent My Dust. The DJ, Aaron Kannowski with Uptown Sound, is such a great guy! I have worked with him on another wedding, and I knew I wanted to use him. He goes above and beyond for his clients.

My dress was the Adela by Pronovias. When I first started shopping, I thought I knew the exact dress I wanted but was so wrong. I ended up visiting six different bridal stores and trying on at least 30 dresses. We ended up at the Bridal Boutique in Lewisville where I fell in love with my dress immediately. I saw a sash I absolutely loved but couldn’t afford, so I ended up making it myself and must say, I think I did a fabulous job! My shoes were from DSW. I wanted something dramatic but since I wasn’t using much color in the wedding, I went for a huge bow instead. I had all the girls pick their own dresses from wherever they wanted in a cream/blush color. I know how it can be to not feel comfortable in a bridesmaids dress so I wanted my girls to be able to be themselves and wear something to their personality. The boys I wanted all different. They each found their own gray pants and vest, purposefully mismatching. Ben wanted to still wear a suit so we found a unique one from Zara and the perfect bow tie. He felt very studly! The entire day went by so fast but it was exactly what I imaged. I had the best team a girl could ask for and an even better husband whom I adore!

Wedding Photography: Sara & Rocky / Ceremony: Royal Lane Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas / Reception: The Room on Main in Dallas, Texas / Floral Design: Bri of BLUE LOTUS / Wedding Coordination: After Yes / Wedding Cinematography: Andrew Miller Design / Proposal Cinematography: Sara & Rocky / Wedding Cake: Tina Woodbridge / Wedding Invitation + Programs: Yay Invites / Letter Press: Elefant Press / Rentals: Rent My Dust Vintage Rentals / DJ: Aaron Kanowski of Uptown Sound / Other Decor: BHLDN / Succulent Favors: SucculentDESIGNS / Wedding Dress: Pronovias “Adela” / Bride’s Sash: DIY by the Bride / Bride’s Shoes: DSW / Bride’s Veil: Fine & Fleurie / Hair: Amy Jo McKinley / Bride’s Robe: Plum Pretty Sugar / Groom’s Suit: Zara / Groom’s Shoes: DSW

I have a HUGE soft spot in my heart for this engagement session by Sarah Kate. The images are, of course, drop dead gorgeous, life-infused beauties – that goes without saying, but this ranch setting is just something you can make up. It’s the perfect backdrop for this completely in love couple and when you throw in a pony or two…I’m sold. See it all here!

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From the Bride-to-Be… I had given up on dating. I was tired of the first date awkwardness, the second date break-up conversation even though you weren’t actually in a relationship. I had enjoyed getting to know these guys, but since Mr. Right had not made an appearance, I was ready for a break. I got a call from one of my mom’s closest friends that she wanted to give my number to a “very nice young man.” I told her I was not interested, but she convinced me to give it one last try. A few weeks later, I walked into Buzz Brews to meet this “very nice young man” for coffee… Coffee, dinner and three-and-a-half hours later, everything had changed.  For the first time, I did not want the date to end. I was nervous that he wouldn’t call again, and he was so different from anyone I had ever met. He is such a gentleman and was intentional from the very beginning. From that moment on, we continued to date and by month two, we both knew that we were in love. Shortly after that he told me that he wanted to marry me, and I told him that I could not imagine it any other way. Eight months later we were engaged. We could not be more excited about our June wedding, but more importantly, getting to spend the rest of our lives together. We are thankful to God for His faithfulness and blessings, and for good ole’ matchmaking!

Photography: Sarah Kate Photographer / Location: Family Ranch Near Dallas, Texas / White Dress: Urban Outfitters

Texas sure does know how to do rustic chic oh-so-right.  I am seriously swooning over this stylish soiree with just the perfect touch of country.  I love that they took a look we typically see in ranch or outdoor settings and made it their very own at the Prestonwood Baptist Church.  The florals, vintage decor and personalized details that Allison Davis Photography captured are flawless!  See them all in the full gallery!

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From Allison of Allison Davis Photography… Abbie and Dick were married in November at Prestonwood Baptist Church at the Faith Chapel. Abbie had such a beautiful rustic chic wedding style, and it was brought to life by Angie at Posh Floral Designs and Rent My Dust. Their wedding day was so fun and relaxing — the girls all got ready at a beautiful home in Frisco, and then we all traveled to Plano for Abbie and Dick to do a first look and all of their portraits at the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. They chose to do a first look because the sun sets so early in the winter, and it was the only way they could have beautiful bride and groom portraits with sunlight. Their wedding ceremony was beautiful and full of sweet sentiments. Their wedding reception was full of hugs and great moments of celebration between them and their friends and family. It was a beautiful celebration to kick off their marriage! 

Wedding Photography: Allison Davis Photography / Wedding Venue: Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas / Floral Design: Angie of Posh Floral Designs / Event Design: Posh Floral Designs + Rent My Dust Vintage Rentals / Event Planning: Jane Hughes / Cinematography: Brian Williford

This engagement session proves that all you really need in life is lots of love, some pretty sunlight and an adorable puppy. And gorgeous photos captured by Sarah Kate Photographer definitely should be thrown in that equation as well. Together it’s proving that that soon-to-be-married glow is alive and well and it makes for really gorgeous engagement pictures. See them all here!

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From the Bride… Kyle and I met in the summer of 2009 at the Glass House pool. We became great friends that summer, which blossomed into a beautiful romance. From day one, he made me feel like a princess. I know it’s cliche, but he really does. I’d pretend to love watching the Browns play football at Frankie’s, while he’d try my clumpy pancakes and watch movies like “When in Rome.” New Year’s Eve 2010 marked our official anniversary as a couple. We danced together and rang in the new year, just us, to a song we hold dear to our hearts. The following summer, I traveled across the world to India, which tested both our commitment to one another and strength.

Oddly enough, we grew up just minutes away. I suppose we were just waiting for our paths to cross, and we’re so excited that they did!

Photography: Sarah Kate Photographer / Location: White Rock Lake in Dallas Lake, Texas / Maxi Dress: Nordstrom / Polka dot Dress: Arden B.

Up next on the Wedding Wednesday agenda is a darling Dallas wedding over flowing with gorgeous peonies and pink. The Lone Star State sure has a way with weddings, don’t you agree? All of the elegant details that were carefully curated by As You Wish Events were captured by the talented Stacy Reeves leaving this couple with a full gallery of timeless and priceless memories of their gorgeous day, and so much for us to gush over!

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From Shari of As You Wish Events… Allison and Wes Swank’s goal was to astound their guests in every aspect of their wedding. They started by creating a special save-the-date that had a personal touch by incorporating a hand-drawn image of their beloved cocker spaniel, who played a part in Wes’ proposal. The two had been together for eight years before deciding to tie the knot so they wanted to celebrate BIG. Where better to do that than the big city of Dallas? The couple married at First United Methodist Church right downtown. Family and friends gathered in the beautiful sanctuary, which was decorated with large blooming dogwood branches. After the ceremony, the guests made their way to the historic Adolphus Hotel. The soft pinks and creamy vanilla floral with gold accents created a romantic entry and area for guests to mingle before dinner. After cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, guests found their escort cards, which were each calligraphed by hand, and made their way into an inviting room washed in blush lighting with soft, flowy fabric draped throughout. The table tops were drenched in low, creamy floral arrangements that allowed for easy dinner conversation among guests. The menus were carefully tucked into silk napkins that sat on top of gold chargers to add sparkle and depth to the tables.   After a fun night of dinner and dancing, guests grabbed individually wrapped boxes of Tagalong Girl Scout cookies as their favors. They then made their way out the Adolphus lobby doors to send the newlyweds off by waving hand-painted streamer wands. The Swanks spent the first night of their new life just the way they wanted to, in a beautiful place with great food and entertainment, but most importantly, surrounded by their loving friends and family.

Wedding Photography: Stacy Reeves / DJ + Lighting: Marcus Rollins / Wedding Reception + Catering: Adolphus Hotel / Florist: Stacey Murdoch of The Wildflower / Wedding Coordination + Event Design:  Shari Johns of As You Wish Events / Wedding Cake: Lauren Kitchens of Fancy Cakes by Lauren / Wedding Gown: Monique Lhuillier via Neiman Marcus / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Amsale via Bridal Collections by Stella / Groom’s Attire: Ralph Lauren / Calligraphy: The Left Handed Calligrapher

Sometime brides send in descriptions with their weddings that just make me want to squeeze them! They sound so incredibly darling. This gorgeous bride would definitely fit into the squeeze-worthy category. With her timeless style and sweet story of what you can tell was her dream day, she is the definition of darling. And thanks to Stacy Reeves Photography we get to devour all of the darling details dreamt up by this sweetheart of a bride, and give her a virtual squeeze by spending some QT in the full gallery!

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From the bride… When Philip and I got engaged, I had no clue what I wanted our wedding to be like. After doing my due diligence via blogs and magazines, I decided on the theme of “romantic, sweet and classic.” Our most important task was finding the right vendors and after that, it all came together nicely. We chose the soft colors of champagne and blush to set the romantic mood. We then picked out the sweetest flowers we could think of, including hydrangeas, peonies, ranunculus and roses. We also decorated the reception using numerous candles to complement our flowers. We had a great planner at Arlington Hall who assisted us with the details of table linens, rentals, and picking out delicious food. We also landed gorgeous letterpress invitations from SmallPrinter on Etsy. At the beginning of the planning process, I didn’t care much about my invitations, but after designing them with SmallPrinter, they turned out to be one of my favorite details of the wedding! Finding my wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses may have been the most difficult part of planning. I wanted a dress that was unique but still classic and romantic. After looking at every store in Dallas, I finally landed on the Jim Hjelm dress. I knew it was just perfect. Based on my dress, I found beautiful champagne bridesmaids dresses that fit our wedding look perfectly.

Finally, we wanted to send our guests off with sweet treats. Philip and I got engaged in Paris, so we wanted to give a nod to Paris without overdoing it. We ordered wholesale muslin bags online and bought some Paris-themed stamps to decorate with. We filled them with pink and white pretzels to make a pretty favor. We also made the ribbon sticks with blush, champagne and white ribbon for guests to wave as we made our exit. Philip and I literally planned the whole wedding together, beginning to end. All of our hard work made the night so much sweeter to us, and we still get giddy thinking about how perfect the day was with our family, friends, and each other.

Wedding Photography: Stacy Reeves Photography / Flowers: The Garden Gate (214-220-1272) / Ceremony: Royal Lane Baptist Church / Reception: Arlington Hall at Lee Park / Catering: Food Glorious Food / Wedding Cake: Frosted Art Bakery / Wedding Invitations: SmallPrinter / Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Wedding Dress: Jim Hjelm via Stardust Celebrations / Bride’s Hairpiece: Untamed Petals / Bride’s Earrings: Bachendorf’s / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Jim Hjelm Occasions via Stardust Celebrations / Hair + Makeup: Angie Williams of AW Wedding Hair and Makeup / Band: The Special Edition Band

Oh, sweet, sweet air plant.  You know we are just wild over air plants (or tillandsia) here so when we laid eyes on this bride’s bouquet our hearts nearly jumped out of our chests!  It is the mother of all tillandsia bouquets and it is just stunning.  Bows and Arrows never disappoints when it comes to wedding florals and they really knocked it out of the park with these eclectic and unique arrangements.  The rest of the Dallas wedding, captured so beautifully by Sarah Kate, Photographer, is just as lovely with whimsically modern details that will take your breath away!  See them all in the full gallery!

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From the bride… A few years ago, I met my husband playing drums in a band somewhere in Texas, and subsequently relocated to NYC to study fashion design. He moved (followed me, if we’re being honest) up to the Northeast to attend graduate school in Boston which shortened the distance between us, and for the next couple years, we boarded acela trains and bolt buses until we could be together in Brooklyn after graduating. A job offer moved us back home to Dallas, where Adam proposed at the end of a long cross country drive. We immediately planned a wedding that would reflect our tastes and heritage, and we had a ton of fun doing so. I had picked out a frothy, ivory Vera Wang gown in New Orleans, and soon after, I visited my grandmother on the way home who showed me her little vintage, tea-length dress she was married in over 50 years ago. She actually had the $18 receipt, which I saw with my own eyes! I knew I had to incorporate it, so I planned to wear it during the reception. Somehow she was convinced I was altering it completely to make it more modern, but I surprised her at the wedding with nothing changed whatsoever — not even the waist was taken in, which was unbelievable.

Another amazing part of the day were the flowers, done by Alicia and Adam Rico of Bows and Arrows. The bridesmaids carried little bundles of succulents and anemones, which balanced out my ridiculously impressive bouquet of tallandsia, zerographica and succulents, which were inspired from a bouquet I saw on the cover of a German bridal magazine called Brud.

We had a friend’s string quartet play during the processional, outside on the most perfect October day ever. We didn’t even need all the handmade program fans (inspired by Rifle Paper Co.) my mother and I glued together the week prior. The lovely ring bearer bowl was made by fellow Texan creative Paloma’s Nest, which caused a funny scene when the best man had to bite the rings off with his teeth…
Immediately after exchanging beautiful vows before our family and friends (and putting God above all else), we headed inside the giant warehouse loft to dance to Van Morrison and eat as much BBQ as we could. Our dear friend made a gorgeous croquembouche cake (which had to be remade hours before due to a not-so-hilarious catastrophe with a lab puppy) which we also paired with homemade pies and cobblers on the dessert table. Finally, our guests saw us off in my Dad’s blue 1950’s pickup truck, which we drove back to the Belmont Hotel and swapped into our VW for our cross country drive to San Francisco for our honeymoon. The end!

Photographer: Sarah Kate, Photographer / Florist: Bows and Arrows / Venue: Hickory Street Annex / Caterer: Gil’s Elegant Catering / Entertainment: Good Question Band / Wedding Dresses: Vera Wang + Vintage / Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Garter: Florrie Mitton / Ring Bearer Bowl: Paloma’s Nest / Bride’s Ring: Vintage / Groom: Satomi Kawakita / Bridesmaid Dresses: Nordstrom / Groom’s Tuxedo: J.Crew / Groomsmen Shirts, Ties + Bonobos Pants: J.Crew / Lodging: Belmont Hotel / Hair + Makeup: Lure Salon / Bunting, Table Numbers, Cake Topper + Mr. and Mrs. Forks: BHLDN / Program Fans, Cork Table Number Holders, Burlap and Lace Table Runners, Wedding Aisle Floral Mason Jars + Vintage Framed Photos: DIY

It would be so easy to go on and on about how gorgeous this wedding by Sara Donaldson is. I could literally go on for days about the pretty navy bridesmaids dresses and how the flower displays and bouquets by Bella Flora of Dallas are insanely beautiful…but I think I’d be missing the underlying message in this wedding and that is one of love and commitment even in the toughest of times, like when this beautiful bride battled (and beat!) breast cancer with the love of her life by her side. Love really is a powerful thing of beauty. Click here for even more.

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From Sara of Sara Donaldson Photography… The latest entry on Magan’s blog post is titled, “If you love the life you live, you will live a life of love.” Maegan lives a life of love: Her wide-open heart and strong yet soft demeanor draw you in. Maegan was diagnosed with breast cancer two weeks before her 24th birthday. With the help of her beloved, Ryan, she decided to do everything in her power to beat cancer. She endured chemo, radiation, multiple surgeries, infections and hospital stays, with Ryan at her side. Today, she is in remission, married to the love of her life, with a set of beautiful images that captured her truly enchanting November wedding day.

As I prepped my gear for their outdoor wedding, I couldn’t help but wonder if it was going to rain. I packed umbrellas and a rain cover for my camera as a precaution, considering the forecast looked lackluster at best…and thought to myself, it’s ok. If the heavens open up today with rain, it will be heaven’s happy tears. A bright-eyed beauty is marrying the love of her life today, supported and loved by him in a way not often seen. When I arrived at the venue, the amazing team from Bella Flora of Dallas was buzzing about, making the final touches to their exquisite set. Among the box of details I was to shoot, I found, to my tearful surprise, dozens and dozens of vintage hankies, wrapped with a sweet bow and tied with a tag that said, “Happy Tears.” The day swiftly went from gloomy and cloudy to perfectly sunny; the heavens opening up to showcase a perfect sunset and a beautifully mild evening as the backdrop for Maegan and Ryan’s proclamation of love. It was one of the sweetest moments thus far in my career to watch them through the lens that day. I am grateful to have opportunities in my life to provide such lovely people with lasting memories. What a joy. If you would like to learn more about Maegan’s battle with cancer, please visit Maegan’s blog.

From Jaime of Bella Flora of Dallas… When I first met with Maegan and Ryan, they had just decided to scratch their idea of a destination wedding on the beach and keep the nuptials in Ryan’s home state of Texas. Neither wanted a stuffy, super formal affair, but wanted to incorporate the bride’s love of Anthropologie and the groom’s love for cars into their special day. Maegan and Ryan exchanged “I Dos” at Vaquero Golf Club — the same place where they fell in love under a sky of bright fireworks on July 4th. To everyone’s surprise, a fireworks show erupted as soon as the bride and groom made their way back down the aisle. The entertaining show was the perfect precursor to the enchanting reception that was to follow. The porch at Vaquero where Maegan and Ryan had shared many meals had been transformed with a grand tent, glowing candlelight, and fluttery blooms in romantic tones. Guests sat at wooden tables complete with Jan Barboglio chargers, vintage china and paisley printed chairs. Lush garden roses, peonies, hydrangea, queen ann’s lace, and lisianthus spilled out of tall mercury vessels. The eclectic but sophisticated look was the perfect blend of Maegan’s dream and Ryan’s mother’s exquisite taste. Touches of Maegan and Ryan’s personalities were seen throughout the night. Guests snacked on a late night buffet of carnival foods complete with mini caramel apples, donuts, and caramel popcorn. Guests were given vintage hankies for their “happy tears” during the ceremony, and festive pashminas were displayed in a delicate chest that had been passed down through Ryan’s family. In true Isip style, the couple departed in Ryan’s dad’s roaring Ferrari. There was not a dry eye as the couple’s friends shared their love and appreciation for Maegan and Ryan. Less than a year before the wedding, Maegan conquered her battle with breast cancer, and Ryan was there with her every step of the way. Through the chemo, surgeries, and hospital stays, the couple grew even more in their relationship, and it was evident of their love on their wedding day.

Photography: Sara Donaldson / Venue: Vaquero Club / Event Coordination, Design + Flowers: Bella Flora of Dallas / Hankies: Vintage / Wooden Chest for Scarves: Family / Getaway Car: Ferrari / Wedding Gown: Monique Lhuillier / Pashminas: A California flea market / Cocktail napkins + Rentals: Bella Flora of Dallas / Wedding Cake + Mini Vanilla Cakes: Panini Bakery / Food + Chocolate Lava Cakes: Vaquero Club

Ryan Ray has a way with the camera. He honestly takes the kind of pictures that melt a viewers heart and pull them head over heels into each and every photograph and for reasons like that I am deeming myself President of the Ryan Ray Fan Club. One glance at this Texas beauty that’s equal parts classic and ga ga gorgeous and you’ll want to hop on his bandwagon too. Lucky you, I think we still need a Vice President. Now skeddadle on over to the gallery for so much more!

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From the Bride… Caleb and Ashley’s big day was June 25, 2011 in Dallas, TX. We had our ceremony and reception at Marie Gabrielle because we loved the simple elegance of the gardens and restaurant. Ashley loves flowers and bright colors, so the wedding colors we chose were honeysuckle, lemonade, and tangerine. Ashley’s sister Sara was the maid of honor and she helped with the special touches that made the ceremony unique. She made a banner out of roses with Caleb and Ashley’s intitials, which the ring bearers were supposed to walk down the isle during the ceremony. At the last minute that did not work out, but we were still able to use it at the reception. The florist had the idea to hang wicker balls with flowers cascading out to frame the “altar.” His floral pieces were fluffy, danty, and full of color – nothing short of excellent.

The day of the wedding seemed to fly by, but we tried to take it all in, not wanting to forget the special moments from the day we committed ourselves to each other until death do us part! The vows, worship, and communion gave the ceremony the sacred touch we wanted. We realized pretty quickly that we would not be the people we are today without the friendships of our bridesmaids and groomsmen. By the end of the day, we were able to look at one another and smile with contentment as we both noted, ‘It was all worth it’.

Photography: Ryan Ray / Flowers: Peregrins Florist / Ceremony Location: Marie Gabrielle / Reception Location: Marie Gabrielle / Dress: Pronovias / Cake: Panini Bakery

To say that I am smitten with this stunning Dallas soiree by Andrea Polito Photography would be an understatement.  Nope, I am definitely more than smitten with this breathtaking affair… I am S.M.I.T.T.E.N in an all caps kind of way.  And can you blame me?  From the fabulous outdoor reception space to the beautiful florals by Urban Flower Grange Hall to those gorgeous crystal chandeliers hanging from the trees, every last moment of goodness planned by Mathes and Co. Events is sending me into a wedding loving tizzy.  I think it’s safe to say that I’ll be spending my ENTIRE day soaking in all of this pretty.  Join me in the gallery for more!

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From Andrea Polito Photography… Andrea and Colin wanted an elegant and intimate wedding in the Big D and could not have picked better venues for their dream wedding.  The ceremony at the Rotunda at Chase Tower provided a light and airy ceremony for this sweet couple’s vows.  The newlyweds and their well-wishers then traveled down to street to the Nasher Sculpture Center for their garden party reception.  Decor by the truly talented teams of Urban Flower Grange Hall and Mathes & Co Events made the night.  Chandeliers hung in the trees and love was in the air as the couple and their friends and family danced the night away!  It was such a joy to capture this special night for such a gorgeous and happy couple!

Wedding Photography: Andrea Polito Photography / Wedding Planning: Mathes and Co. Events / Wedding Ceremony Location: The Rotunda at Chase Tower / Wedding Reception Location: The Nasher Sculpture Center / Catering: Wolfgang Puck / Cinematographer: Greg Fiske / Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals + Ducky Bob’s + Suite 206 / Lighting: Beyond / Gospel Choir: Encore Productions / Band: Time Machine / Florist: Urban Flower Grange Hall / Wedding Dress: Stanley Korshak / Hair: Trisha Mayrack of Salon Three Thirty / Makeup: Tina Adams of Mason / Getaway Car: Romantic Remembrances / Transportation: Wynne Transportation / Valet: Gold Crown Valet

This pretty little vintage number by After Yes and Sarah Kate, Photographer  has certainly brightened up my Monday morning.  If the rest of the week looks half has good as this then it will be a lovely week indeed.  Old world charm meets modern romance in a Dallas wedding filled to the brim with eye-popping details.  There are homemade jams and some of the cutest cakes I have ever laid eyes on and that is just a taste of the goodness in store for you.  Go to the full gallery to see it all!

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From the Groom…When we first started planning our wedding, we knew immediately that we wanted to accomplish three things: (1) create a relaxed, intimate setting designed to maximize our quality time with loved ones, (2) give honor to our family and our past throughout the night and (3) incorporate personal touches that held meaning to the both of us. What we didn’t know quite so immediately was how complex that planning could become. Thankfully, we found Elizabeth (with “After Yes”) who was able to translate our quirky style into the lovely wedding that we never knew we always wanted.

Strategically placed couches (covered with antique quilts) and carefully chosen local wines and beer created the relaxed environment we were looking for and a sit-down, four course meal gave us the opportunity to celebrate with our closest loved ones in a small personal setting.

My wife and I look to our parents as living roadmaps to a successful marriage (after all they’ve managed to make it work for some 40 odd years themselves) so a simple way we chose to honor them was to use their wedding colors as our own, blue for my folks and yellow for hers. My sister is famous for her homemade jam’s, so it was a “no-brainer” to gift our guests with her Banana Jam, our personal favorite (so much so that it also made its way as a filling into one of our five different wedding cakes). We were also able to hunt down and put on display old family photo’s of couples going back five generations on each side of our growing family tree.

My wife and I are embarrassingly obsessed with surrounding ourselves with antiques, so why would our wedding be any different? A few of our favorite items were: an antique typewriter serving as our “guest book” (also used when we addressed our invitations), a 1901 gramophone used during our first dance, a 1950’s Chevy pick-up truck used as our “get-away” vehicle and selected vintage Dallas postcards used as place settings.

For days after the wedding we heard over and over again that the night was “soooo you two”… and to us that’s the best compliment we could ever receive.

Wedding Photography: Sarah Kate, Photographer / Floral Design: Bows and Arrows / Event Planning: After Yes / Ceremony + Reception Location: Hickory Street Annex / DJ: Astounding Sounds / Catering: Two Sisters / Cakes: Sugar Bee Sweets / Officiant: Love Notes / Ceremony Music: Serenata Strings / Hair + Make-up: Haute Facade / Invitations + Wooden Signs: Elefant Press / Bride’s Shoes: BHLDN / Exit Car: Dallas Classic Chevy

How dashing is their duo? As dashing as they may be, their wedding captured by Greg Blomberg Photography is equally as stunning. With beautiful blooms by Bows and Arrows, stylish bridesmaid dresses those ladies will definitely wear again, and that traditional elegance that never goes out of style there is a lot of pretty to be had in this post! It doesn’t stop here, remember there is more to see in the full gallery of images!

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From Greg Blomberg Photography…Katie and Daniel were co- bible study leaders who wanted a traditional wedding that expressed their faith and a modern reception that expressed their funky personalities. They chose the classic and picture perfect Royal Lane Baptist Church in Dallas for their ceremony, officiated by Daniel’s father. The wildly popular and upscale restaurant, Stephan Pyles was the location for the reception, owned by highly acclaimed chef Stephan Pyles. A place not typically used for wedding receptions but instead widely well known for its incredible food and atmosphere, Katie thought it would be unique and perfect for her reception.

Bows and Arrows provided gorgeous and interesting flower arrangements and decor for both the ceremony and reception. Two completely different locales and themes– a very traditional church with columns in the front that is reminiscent of a southern plantation and a modern, clean lined, contemporary restaurant somehow seemed to fit perfectly together thanks to the flowers and decor– that were appropriate for both venues, yet unique and different at both places.

Ceremony Location: Royal Lane Baptist Church / Reception Location: Stephan Pyles / Wedding Photography: Greg Blomberg Photography / Hair + Make-up: Laura Mercier / Floral Design: Bows and Arrows / Wedding Cake: Dallas Affaires Cake Co. / Entertainment: Specialty Sound / Transportation: Blue Diamond Limousines

How sweet is this Dallas wedding by Ivy Weddings?  It is a big, sugary bowl of goodness with confectionary-colored details that are making me all googly-eyed.  I love their vintage-glam, eclectic, seaside theme and all the unique, yet utterly adorable, centerpieces that they created for each table full of lace, seashells, vintage pieces and photographs.  Head on over to the full gallery to see it all!

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From the Bride…Jordan and I highly valued being able to have any and all of our loved ones at our wedding celebration (hence the over-sized wedding party and fairly large guest list!), and we wanted everyone to have a great time (hence dance reception, lots of good food, Mexican food is a family favorite!!), entertainment (photo booth with various props!). We were so thankful to be able to spend this special weekend with all of our loved ones!

In order to achieve this, we HAD to do things as cheap as possible and we were very fortunate to have family and friend involvement in every aspect of our wedding and reception. Since both of us greatly valued it being a great time for everyone, and I really wanted it to be as classy and beautiful as possible, yet down to earth we spent a lot of time thinking through the logistics with intentionality.  We were able to have all of our wedding party to stay with us at a nearby encampment where we also were able to enjoy our rehearsal dinner and wedding day breakfast in a homey, laid back environment.

We enjoyed our theme of vintage-glam eclectic seaside wedding because it fit all of our interests: using vintage items as centerpieces that we already had and/or could reuse in our home, choosing the colors sea-foam and tangerine (2 of our favorite colors–he and many of his groomsmen are Oklahoma State fans plus these colors were the theme of our new beach cottage in California!!)  Classy accents of cream. gold, champagne: Pearls, lace, ruffles, sassy shoes, big glam hair and hairpieces are all a part of my personal style and so all of the bridal party was nicely accessorized in this manner! We also loved the look of the crisp linen and cotton attire that our wedding party all wore, we wanted for it to be classy and beautiful…yet down to earth.

Our location was perfect–my alma mater where I greatly enjoyed my undergrad years and the place where Jordan completely surprised me with a proposal.  It was a gorgeous, sentimental venue that was a perfect location for our guests who came from all over to celebrate with us.  The dance reception was also incredible–my friends decorated the trees and gazebo with chandeliers and lights like a fairytale and my good friend provided DJ services for us .  Our guests enjoyed dancing, glass bottled sodas and a homemade photo booth with various props that kept everyone entertained for the evening!! Our parents, family, wedding party  and other friends helped us tremendously to have an extraordinary wedding celebration that we will never ever forget!! We had the best time with each other and our loved ones, everything came together better than we could have ever asked or imagined and we couldn’t believe how our loved ones took the time to come from all over to celebrate and party with us!! It was incredible and we are so thankful!!

Wedding Photography: Ivy Weddings / Venue: Dallas Baptist University / Bride’s Dress: Custom Mostafa Moghbel of The Bridal Showroom / Bride’s Shoes: Jessica Simpson / Bride’s Hair: Cheryl Graves of Magnolia Hair Salon / Bride’s Make-up: Aubrey Corbett / Bride’s Ring: Israel Diamond Supply / Groom’s Ring: James Avery / Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew / Groom + Groomsmen Suits: Tuxedo Junction / Florals: Mary Buchanan, Mother of the Bride / Catering: Sodexo, DBU / Transportation: Jimmy Gibson / Bride’s + Groom’s Cake: Sarah Crews / DJ: Jake Salem / Officiant: Rev. Mike A. Perez, Grandfather of the Bride