Texas Weddings

In the bridal industry, Carolina Herrera is kind of a huge deal – that’s just a fact. So come Saturday we’re hanging out at her flagship store in Dallas…and you’re invited! We’re asking you (yes, you!) to join us for an exclusive, first look at her fresh-off-the-runway wedding gowns. Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 17th at 2PM as we toast the Carolina Herrera Fall 2016 Bridal Collection in Dallas, and the first 20 purchasers will receive a of Style Me Pretty Weddings by Abby Larson! Go ahead and RSVP right here.

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The Rosewood Crescent Hotel in downtown Dallas is a wedding blogger’s dream come true, from the romantic architecture to the beautiful blooms surrounding the venue, it screams style; it was the perfect accompaniment to this summer celebration captured by Stephanie Brazzle. Open up those Pinterest boards ladies, there’s a whole lotta lovely in the Vault right this way!

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From Stephanie Brazzle Photography… Katherine and Brooks have the compassionate, loving, fun and romantic relationship we all hope for, built on faith and a deep love for each other. The pair wanted to capture all of this in their wedding and turned to Alex Stein of Events by Alex who provided flawless execution of their vision. The ceremony took place in the romantic Garden Room of the classic Rosewood Crescent Hotel in downtown Dallas, Texas on a lovely early summer evening, with the beautiful accompaniment of the European Ensemble String Quartet, and officiated by Brooks’ grandfather. Following the ceremony guests were welcomed into the Grand Ballroom filled with lush arrangements of blush, champagne and mint, along with lace accents and candlelight, creating a timeless and romantic feel for the reception. Fun and dancing continued long into the evening with the live band.

Photography: Stephanie Brazzle Photography | Cinematography: Nolan Grose | Event Planning: Alex Stein, Events By Alex | Event Planning: Merren Events | Floral Design: Antebellum Designs | Wedding Dress: Augusta Jones | Invitations: Checkerboards | Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Hair And Makeup: Maitee Miles | DJ: Le Force Entertainment | Band: High Definition | Venue: Rosewood Crescent Hotel | Robes: Silk And More

Imagine a day boasting lush florals from Kate Foley Designs, breathtaking details crafted by Hitched Events and a bride and groom who are the serious definition of stunning and you’ll land squarely on this affair captured by Joshua Aull.  Think beyond beautiful stylings meets heartwarming moments meets cultural details sprinkled throughout.  Join us for so much more in The Vault.

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From the Bride… Eugene and I have known each other for almost eight years. We met in New York City; I work in fashion and he works in finance. We were both working crazy hours, but somehow made it work. After getting engaged in the Amalfi Coast, we moved to Dallas and decided to have our wedding here given it is our new home.

Eugene and his family moved from the Soviet Union in the early 90’s, and they still hold dear many Russian traditions. So when we began planning our wedding, we knew there would be lots of vodka! Nostrovia!

One of our favorite places in New York is a Russian restaurant, Mari Vanna. It’s like stepping into your Babushka’s (Grandmother’s) house in St. Petersburg: peeling floral wallpaper, mismatched chairs, towering china cabinets, hanging plants and of course dining tables with every inch covered in food. It was the perfect inspiration for our big day since we had so much history there as a couple.

We found our venue almost immediately. We fell in love with the Joule- its open terrace, art installations and rich history as a Bank in downtown Dallas. It just spoke to us when we first walked in. In fact, it was both the first and last venue we considered. The mirrored ballroom with soft lighting and dripping garden florals would make for the romantic setting we were looking for. The Joule even worked with us to create a custom Russian inspired menu with all of Eugene’s favorite recipes.

Being new to Dallas, I was incredibly lucky to find such talented vendors that shared my aesthetic and vision. The ladies at Hitched Events helped us stay relaxed and pulled together an amazing day. Our ceremony was held on the rooftop terrace of the hotel in a floor-to-ceiling windowed room with views of downtown Dallas. Propmaker Event Rentals designed a beautiful natural birch chuppah adorned with flowers and candles under which Eugene and I said our vows. My dress was a couture Anna Maier lace gown from Gabriella NY which fit like a glove! The blush lining under the ivory lace was the perfect blend of classic and modern styles. I added my own handmade, cathedral lace trimmed veil and knotted a crystal embellished ribbon belt around my waist.

I knew I had found the perfect photographer when we had our engagement session with the very talented Joshua Aull. He captured Eugene and myself in a way we’d never seen and our wedding day was no exception. He even humored us and snapped some photos of our dog, Myles. Kate Foley of Kate Foley Designs was such a pleasure to work with. The floral arrangements that she designed for us were beautiful, and perfectly sized. Our palette consisted of rich cranberries, indigo and soft pink with gold accents. The best piece Kate engineered was an installation of dripping garden florals over the head table, not to mention she whipped it up in under one week when I decided the ballroom needed one more exciting element! And my bouquet was enchanting with an ombre of colors – my absolute favorite. Everything came together so nicely and in such a romantic way from the gold trimmed place settings by Posh Couture and the mirrored mercury finish on our dance floor to the colorful matryoshka doll escort cards that doubled as party favors for our guests.

It’s hard to look back and try to remember every single detail, because what they say is true – your wedding day really flies by too quickly. But I can certainly say, the advice I was given to try and remember the little moments and leave the other stuff to the photos was some of the best I could have received. The memories I do have from that day are so incredibly special and are moments I will cherish forever… like laughing while attempting to safety pin my husband’s suspenders back together, signing my Hebrew name backwards, my father’s really funny “dad jokes”, changing our choreography mid-dance and best of all looking into my husband’s eyes for the first time after exchanging our rings.

Photography: Joshua Aull Photography | Event Planning: Kimberly Rhodes of Hitched Events | Floral Design: Kate Foley Designs | Wedding Dress: Anna Maier | Invitations: Val Marie Paper | Bride's Shoes: Valentino | Hair And Makeup: Samantha Landis | Groom's Attire: Custom Suit | Venue: The Joule | Film Processing: PhotoVision Prints

A sweet + sophisticated wedding in the exact spot you became engaged sounds like the perfect place to say “I do” – and for this darling duo, it was seriously beautiful, too.  Think lush florals from Bella Flora Of Dallas, breathtaking captures from Sarah Kate and a classic meets Southern style that will make your heart happy.  Head to The Vault for every fab moment, then stay awhile for even more traditional lovely.

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From the Bride… Gregory asked me to marry him in a beautiful little park next to an old Southern-style home in Dallas, Texas. From the day he proposed, we wanted nothing more than to cherish each moment of the engagement. We made the intention for the months to come to be full of joy and love. Yet once we began wedding planning, we found the infinite number of options a little overwhelming. We immediately decided to keep things simple and make our decisions based on what just feels… right. Simple means something different for everyone – for us it meant a sweet and romantic ceremony in the park where Gregory proposed and a big ole party in the Southern-style home next door, all with a classic and timeless style.

We are incredibly grateful for so many people that made February 21st, 2015 exactly what we wanted: a day full of joy and love. The amazing team of creators that made our wedding happen clearly put so much heart into their work. There are many beautiful moments that we often look back upon, but the memory we cherish most was right before we were pronounced husband and wife. As Gregory and I held hands, surrounded by the sweetest and most supportive friends and family, Reverend McKellar recited The Prayer of Saint Francis. It was the perfect way to enter the covenant of marriage.

Photography: Sarah Kate, Photographer | Event Planning: Fluent Productions | Floral Design: Bella Flora of Dallas | Wedding Dress: Olia Zavozina | Hair And Makeup: Bryce Carey | Lighting: Absolute Lighting | Band: Limelight | Venue: Arlington Hall At Lee Park | Film Lab: PhotoVision Prints | Wedding Dress Belt: Jenny Packham

As soon as I saw this gorgeous Bride’s bouquet, I knew I would love the rest of her wedding, and I definitely do. The soft gray and blush color palette, the unique geometric floral arrangements and the classic cake from Sugar Bee Sweets Bakery (with a hidden Iron Man logo for the Groom!), this Spring wedding, captured by Ben Q Photography, is completely lovely. See all the pretty in the gallery.

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From Ben Q Photography…Lindsey and Trent had the sweetest Texas Spring wedding. We loved their laid back style. The wedding felt intimate and was all about gathering their closest family and friends. They kept their colors light and airy with light greys and warm pastel floral. The reception was held at a winery and had a romantic vibe. Trent is an Iron Man competitor so we loved how they snuck in the logo behind the wedding cake but visible to their guests in the mirror behind! The reception felt like a gathering of friends and family instead of a stuffy event with indoor and outdoor spaces for connecting.

Photography: Ben Q Photography | Event Coordination: Lauren Schmidt (Creative Touch Events) | Floral Design: Max Owens Design | Cake: Sugar Bee Sweets | Ceremony: Perkins Chapel | Reception: Times Ten Cellars | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Natalie Deayala Collection | Hair & Makeup: Hale Koa phineas Estate | Groom's Attire: J.Crew

This wedding and I, well, it was love at first sight. It started the second I saw the abundance of florals—the Bride’s demure bouquet of blush pink peonies, the twin flower girls’ pink jasmine flower crowns and the whimsical rose, tulip and dogwood centerpieces. And when I saw how in love the couple was, my fate was sealed. Seal yours and see all the beauty from Apryl Ann Photography in the gallery.

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From Apryl Ann Photography… I don’t think I’ve ever photographed a couple more in love! The groom hand built the arch under which they were married. Bows and Arrows did a spectacular job foraging and arranging the florals, Blue Eye Brown Eye custom watercolored and gold foiled each individual menu to make every guest feel extra special. The twin flowergirls!

Photography: Apryl Ann Photography | Videography: Von Wedding Films | Event Planning: After Yes | Floral Design: Bows & Arrows | Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Bridesmaids' Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: Gil's Elegant Catering | Hair And Makeup: Beauty And The Blush | Lighting: Astounding Sounds | Band: Timeless | Officiant: Dean Macfarlan | Venue: Dallas Arboretum | Ceremony Musicians: Serenata Strings | Desserts: Cake Walk Bake Shop | Exit Car: Blue Diamond Limousines | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Paper Goods: Blue Eye Brown Eye | Photobooth: Flock Together | Rentals: Ducky Bob's

If you’re a hopeless romantic (and, really, aren’t we all?!), then I know you were already swooning for last week’s Organic + Elegant Historic Home Wedding — and particularly weak in the knees for the black and blush anemone, peony, and jasmine stunner, crafted by Maxine Owens of The Southern Table. Thankfully, Maxine was kind enough to share all the pretty details with us, so read on to get the scoop!

Organic + Elegant Historic Home Wedding

• White Anemone
• Blush Gardenia Peonies
• Kiera Garden Roses
• Patience Garden Roses
• Blush Spray Roses
• Spirea
• Black Scabiosa
• White Veronica
• White Lilac
• Blush and White Ranunuclus
• White Astilbe
• Snowberry
• Cocculus
• Camelia
• Blush and White Sweet Pea
• Jasmine Vine
• Gunni Eucalyptus Foliage
• Clematis Foliage

From Maxine Owens…. Our design process starts with really getting to know and understand the key element in the event: The Bride!  We love spending time with our brides and couples to get to know them as people, who they are, and what they want their guests to experience and feel at their wedding.  There are the basics, like colors, types of flowers they like, but we’re really interested in finding out what elements are special to them and what makes them unique as a couple.  Creating a custom design that helps them express themselves and share that with their guests is our ultimate goal.

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Floral Design: The Southern Table | Photography: Apryl Ann Photography

When a librarian marries a scientist you KNOW it’ll be an affair chock-full of smart details. Especially when said Dallas fete is packed with wooden engraved coasters, an on-site poet, and plenty of organic details. It is – without a doubt – a lesson in love and one scroll through the gallery from Apryl Ann Photography shows you exactly what I mean!

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From Apryl Ann Photography… Sara and Josh, a librarian and scientist from Chicago, were married on a Saturday afternoon in the historic district of Dallas. Their wedding was filled with elegant and organic details such as the silk and willow ribbon tied to each individual wooden engraved coaster. Or the arch made of cream and white florals. And because Sara is such a word worm, they had a poetry maker there typing up mini poems on a typewriter based on what the guests wanted.

Photography: Apryl Ann Photography | Videography: Candlelight Films | Design: Birds Of A Feather Events | Ceremony Venue: Aldredge House | Reception Venue: Aldredge House | Catering: Food Glorious Food | Calligraphy: Harts And Quills | Entertainment: Le Force Entertainment | Babysitters: Black Tie Babysitters | Bridesmaid Gowns: Rent The Runway | Desserts: Layered Bake Shop | Floral: Max Owens Design | Getaway Car: Blue Diamond Limousines | Guitarist: Nick DiGennaro | Hair And Make-Up: Angie Williams | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Paper Goods: Southern Fried Paper | Planning: Birds Of A Feather Events | Poet: Typewriter Poet | Rentals: Ducky Bob's | Rentals: Suite 206. luxury event rentals | Rentals: Perch Event Decor Rental | Rentals: Bella Acento | Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals | Rentals: Celebration Event Rental

Thinking about a short engagement? Take this couple, who managed to pull of this elegant affair with only 5 months to plan. Using inspiration from the outdoors, the simplistic nature captured by Shaun Menary Photography is what makes it all the more special. Graced with Sugar Bee Sweets and a Candlelight Films, you can see the entire day unfold below!

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From the beautiful Bride… Adam and I met in June 2014 through mutual friends at Watermark Community Church. July 24, 2014 was our first date which started with coffee and ended with dinner 4 hours later. That same Saturday we planned to hang out for a bit which turned into a 12 hour adventure. We sat under a tree at White Rock Lake. We both knew we wanted to get married. Official dating followed shortly after that. As we began to share our passions, our purpose and the redemption we have both experienced through Christ we were confident Christ had a purpose for our relationship. December 3, 2014 Adam took me to dinner. After dinner be handed me a notebook with character traits he saw in me that would be beneficial in marriage. As I read them I knew… We arrived at the same tree at White Rock where we first learned so much about each other. Adam asked me to marry and I of course said yes. Thankfully our families and friends have been incredibly supportive.

My planning experience was short and sweet with only 3.5 months to plan. I could not have done so without Adam’s constant encouragement and support. We looked at two venues. With such a short engagement most everything was booked. We decided on a Sunday evening and loved our venue. Food and beverages were decided upon based on the venue. We chose a baker that one of our friends had just used for my cake. One of Adam’s buddies baked his gig ’em cake. I ordered my dress online and was able to try it on and return it if the size didn’t work. I ended up only trying on two different styles. I was familiar with the florist and loved their style. I had very little to do with the florist other than our first meeting to give an idea of what I liked. Our DJ was recommended by a friend in my community group. I didn’t seek many options but went with my instinct. We sent save the dates out via email and quickly picked our wedding invitations.

Our design inspiration came from the outdoors. I like the beautiful simplicity that natural gives. We didn’t have many extras as far as decoration. Our wedding was outside so we didn’t need anything more than each other. Inside for the reception I know I wanted banquet style seating and Edison lights over the dance floor for the main effect. There were simple green runners and votives along the tables. We used sustainable bamboo plates and sliver flatware. I liked the combo. We stuck with simplicity.

The first meaningful detail of our wedding was that our grandmothers took the place of the traditional flower girls. I wanted to follow in the foot steps of women who have done marriage well for the past 57+ years. My youth pastor officiated the service so having him walk us into one of the most important seasons of our lives was great.

For brides currently planning their weddings, I would say don’t make engagement long. Everything that is necessary can get done quickly so don’t stress. Your wedding day will be perfect regardless of small glitches along the way. I’m so thankful we didn’t have time to spend on things that we would not have remembered. There are endless possibilities and options for a wedding but don’t weigh yourself down. Take time weekly to spend time with your fiancé make a point to not talk about the wedding. Don’t lose site of the purpose of the wedding. For us that was to resemble Christ’s love for the church and to vow to pursue that same self sacrificing love Christ demonstrated. Everything will get done and if it doesn’t, it didn’t need to be anyway. Enjoy this season! You can learn so much about your fiancé.

Most importantly, have fun! Your wedding is just the beginning. Marriage is so much more than a dress, cake, flowers… Those things make the wedding day so special and important which it is and should be! So, enjoy the planning and all that it entails. Adam and I think marriage is a big deal and wanted to celebrate that. The best advice Adam and I have received was from my Papa who has been married to my Nana over 60 years. He told us to “try hard everyday”. Enjoy this season of engagement and look forward to the many years ahead. Marriage is awesome!

Photography: Shaun Menary Photography | Videographer: Candlelight Films | Floral Design: Dirt Flowers | Wedding Dress: BHLDN | Cakes: Sugar Bee Sweets | Caterer: Bolsa | DJ: David Allen | Wedding Venue: Trinity River Audubon Center

From the dramatic steps to the Corinthian stone columns, the portico of the Dallas Scottish Rite Temple stole our hearts. This wedding’s a delight for the eyes, thanks to talents like Significant Events Of Texas and Erin Blair Make Up & Hair Design. But our favorite thing? How adorable and absolutely in love the couple are. See all the special moments, captured by Anna Routh Photography, right here.

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From Anna Routh Photography… Erin and Zach are two of the most wonderful people I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. Not only are they just so easy going, but they love each other and their friends and family so immensely. The joy on their faces throughout the day was so evident and so amazing. They were so excited to join their lives and their families and it showed. Erin and Zach chose the historic Scottish Rite Temple in Downtown Dallas (where they live) to tie the knot. The setting could not have been more perfect – the regal front porch, the stunning ballroom and all the details were just on point. Erin and Zach had a beautiful time celebrating with their friends and family, and it was such an honor for me to be able to capture their bond.

Photography: Anna Routh Photography | Floral Design: Stems Of Dallas | Cakes: Frosted Art Bakery | Ceremony Venue: Scottish Rite Cathedral - Dallas | Reception Venue: Scottish Rite Cathedral - Dallas | Hair And Makeup: Erin Blair Makeup & Hair Design | Event Planning And Coordination: Significant Events of Texas | Getaway Car: Blue Diamond Limousines | Reception Band: Professor D

There’s nothing I love more than fresh flowers. So much so, that every week, I buy myself a bouquet to keep on my desk at work because they make me smile. But my desk flowers have nothing on these gorgeous blooms from Bows and Arrows photographed to perfection by Heather Hawkins. I’m completely smitten, and you will be, too, after a peek through the gallery.

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From Alicia of Bows and Arrows… This one-on-one intensive floral workshop with Adri of Moss Floral was devoted to teaching the mechanics of composition and designing natural, garden-esque floral design. We began with covering flower crowns and bridal bouquets, both adorned with Frou Frou Chic ribbon, and then learned to create floral installations, centerpieces and table setting. Our student Adri styled her work with our model Tea and worked with photographer Heather Hawkins to capture it in the best light and composition. Adri was an amazing student with so much talent, and left the workshop with a greater knowledge and passion of flowers, new techniques and tricks and her first photoshoot experience.

Photography: Heather Hawkins Photography | Wedding Dress: Lela Rose | Hair & Makeup: Samantha Landis | Bridal Boutique: Warren Barrón Bridal | Floral Design And Styling: Bows and Arrows | Ribbon: Frou Frou Chic

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Raise your hands if a seriously fun dance party meets a totally romantic garden affair is totally your thing.  Because this, my friends, is just such a wedding.  One that is chock-full of gorgeous blooms from Petals Couture, glam details and a duo as sweet as can be. Fall in love right here with the gallery captured by Becca Lea, then soak in the beautiful film from Cinema Weddings below.  

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From the beautiful Bride… March 14, 2015 was an absolutely beautiful, blissful blur of a day! I married my sweetheart, my best friend, on a slightly cooler spring day. Although it may have been overcast, nothing could have dampened our spirits! After a fun day getting ready with our BIG wedding parties (and much awaited anticipation), Marc and I met down in a dreamy sunken garden for our first look. It was truly magical! From the moment I locked eyes with my love, nothing else mattered. All nerves went out the window, and the only thing I could think about was how excited I was to marry this man!

I walked down the aisle, arm in arm with my daddy, to see 200 smiling faces of our closest family and friends. But it was the smiling face at the end of the aisle that made my heart leap. We had a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony officiated by Marc’s brother in a picturesque garden. After we said “I Do” (and kissed a few hundred more times) we were off to celebrate! Our reception was the biggest, best dance party you could imagine! It was filled with great food, great design, and even better company. At the end of the night, when everyone lined up around the corner to send us off with rose petals and well wishes, we had our private last dance. That moment struck a cord in our hearts. We danced to our favorite slow song, reflected on the night, and had a moment of pure bliss to ourselves under the stars and twinkling café lights. I couldn’t have dreamt up a more perfect wedding day!

My style inspiration was classic, romantic, and organic. My hair was down and draped over one shoulder, how I usually wear it, and my makeup was natural. I chose a simple, yet stunning lace Kelsey Genna wedding gown. The custom top featured romantic draped lace sleeves – my favorite part of the dress! For the ceremony, I wore the gorgeous Opaline Sash by Ranna Gill for BHLDN, Petite Crystal Drops by Kenneth Jay Lane for BHDLN, Lianna Mesh/Satin Embellished Booties by Badgley Mischka, and the romantic Sky Mist Veil by Debra Moreland for BHLDN. For the reception, I switched it up by exchanging the belt for the gorgeous Twigs & Honey Baby’s Breath Crystal Hair Vine for BHDLN.

We chose the breathtaking Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens as our ceremony and reception venue, which reflected our organic, al fresco style. All in all, we could not have had the wedding of our dreams if it wasn’t for all of our amazing vendors. Not only are they some of the best in the industry, but they became my best friends, too. I absolutely love them all, and we are so thankful for all of their hard work and incredible talent! It made our wedding a true fairytale!

Photography: Becca Lea Photography | Videography: Cinema Weddings | Event Styling & Design: Unique Unique Design | Floral Design: Petals Couture | Wedding Dress: Kelsey Genna | Cake: Unrefined Bakery | Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bridesmaids' Dresses: ASOS | Catering: Gil's Elegant Catering | Hair And Makeup: Savannah King | Bride's Belt: BHLDN | Bride's Headpiece: Twigs & Honey | Ceremony & Reception Venue: Dallas Arboretum | Veil: BHLDN

To me, this celebration is the ultimate “big wedding vs. elopement” compromise. With just four months to plan, the bride and groom opted for a sweet, simple, nearest-and-dearest-only morning “I do” at the charming Dallas Arboretum with Tracy Enoch on hand to capture. The Southern Table provided the loose, organic bouquets of the bride’s wedding dreams, and as for the full gallery of pretty? We’re only just getting started.

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From The Bride…Jason and I met in June of 2008 while working together in Dallas, TX. I was home from college and took a summer job at the store where Jason was employed. I was immediately infatuated with him. He’s the most charming, hilarious, and lovable person I’ve ever known. A couple years later, I graduated, and we finally started dating! A little over 3 and a half years of dating later, Jason proposed on Christmas Eve 2014. We had been talking about marriage for over a year, but I was still completely surprised!

As soon as the whirlwind of engagement died down a little, I was overwhelmed by the idea of planning our wedding. We highly considered a destination elopement, but we finally determined that Dallas was the city that brought us together and we couldn’t imagine exchanging vows anywhere else. We still wanted the intimate feeling of an elopement, so when I found The Poetry Garden at the Dallas Arboretum, I knew it was the perfect venue for our ceremony.

A little less than 4 months after our engagement, on April 17, 2015, Jason and I were married! The flowers were in full bloom and the weather was especially gorgeous. We didn’t see each other the day before the wedding, but we chose to do a first look in order to calm some nerves and have a moment alone before the big event. At the first look, we exchanged cards, and I gifted Jason his grandfather’s watch. His grandfather passed away last year, and I knew that Jason would appreciate having a reminder of him at our wedding.

Jason’s uncle officiated our Friday morning ceremony as our eleven guests watched on. A string-duo serenaded us in the secret garden while my dad walked me down the aisle. Jason and I shed a few tears of joy as we exchanged our vows- It was the first time I’d ever seen him cry! I’ll never forget that moment. After our ceremony we all celebrated with mimosas, brunch, and our favorite strawberries ’n cream cake.

After we got engaged, Jason assured me that his only request was for me to have the wedding of my dreams. My vision for the wedding was elegant, organic, romance. Due to our short timeline and minimal budget, I decided to DIY our wedding invitations. With a background in art, I chose to watercolor our wedding stationary. I wanted to allude to the garden setting without being too feminine. I tore the paper edges for an organic touch and lined the envelopes with a subtle metallic paper. I addressed our envelopes using watercolor paint and a brush. Finally, vintage stamps completed the look I was going for.

My 3 bridesmaids wore long, flowing, neutral-toned dresses and carried beautiful organic bouquets in a subtle blush ombre. I wore a modern (rented!) Nha Khanh gown with flat embellished sandals and my mom’s diamond earrings. Delicate ribbon cascaded down from my luxurious bouquet of peonies, ranunculus, and garden roses. Our amazing florist, Maxine Owens of The Southern Table, completely mastered my floral vision. I swear everything she touches is magic!

Photography was of upmost importance to me since I work in the photo industry as a fashion art director. When I met Tracy Enoch, I knew she was the perfect fit for us. Tracy shoots primarily film photography, and I’m so in love with the natural light and nostalgic feel she was able to capture in our images. Best of all, her personality is just as lovely as her art!

Our wedding was even better than we could have imagined. We feel so blessed that it went off without a hitch, and we are so glad it didn’t rain as the weather report predicted! We are thankful for all of our family, friends, and vendors who made it so perfect. It was an unforgettable day.

Photography: Tracy Enoch Photography | Floral Design: Max Owens Design | Wedding Dress: Rent The Runway | Cakes: Breadwinners Inwood Village | Ceremony: Dallas Arboretum | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Bridesmaids' Dresses: BHLDN | Bridesmaids' Dresses: J.Crew | Hair And Makeup: Q Makeup & Hair Artistry | Ceremony Music: European Ensemble Strings | Brunch Reception: Breadwinners Inwood Village | Cake Topper: BHLDN | Envelope Liner Paper: The Paper Source | Velvet Ring Box: The Mrs Box | Vintage Stamps: VerdeStudio

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Hi Brides! It’s Ali from A Dash of Details here again to talk about something every Bride thinks about: working out. Every Bride wants to feel their best on the inside and out on their Big Day, so I am here to share a few tips on how I am getting in shape for my own wedding! But let’s be honest, it is much easier to get motivated with friends by your side.

If you are anything like me, I get so bored doing the same workout day after day. I love to workout – especially take classes – but I always have a hard time committing to just one studio. My friend Natalie started Studio Hop for just this reason. With her help to keep me motivated, these weeks leading up to the wedding we headed to three different studios for a good sweat and a lot of fun.

I found that pilates has been a great workout for my body. It is low impact, strengthens your core, elongates your muscles and helps you tone in all of the right places. It doesn’t hurt that Pilates Methodology is located in the most darling renovated old house.

The next day, Natalie and I headed to City Surf Fitness. Any workout that has you laughing and sweating at the same time is a win in my book. Just imagine great music, high cardio and balancing on a surf board. It is definitely a recipe for a great workout.

We needed a day to rest after City Surf, so Natalie and I decided we would try two workout classes at Burn Cardio. Boy, we sure got a great workout thanks to an amazing instructor. Spin and Yoga are a great combination of workouts. We first started with a high intensity spin class with great jams, strobe lights and cardio off the bike, and then headed into their yoga studio for some strength and stretching. This studio really has it all! 

We had such a fun week with our girlfriends, and the three different workouts allowed me to feel like I got a full body workout. I am starting to feel great on the inside and out! Also, cute workout clothes always help!

Staying motivated each week can be tough, especially when you are busy planning your wedding. Just remember that working out is a great stress reliever (even if it is just 20 minutes a day) and it always helps to have a partner to hold you accountable. It is also a great distraction from my busy day and a little friendly competition is always fun!

Good luck getting in shape! Remember, it’s a must to feel great on the inside so you will shine on your Big Day! I know you can do it!

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Sunflowers and red wine roses filled this gorgeous garden wedding with bright hues and love. A must-see first look captured by Charla Storey started this wedding off perfectly ending with a sparkling departure fit for this loving couple. You won’t want to miss a moment of this garden magic here!

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Since we had been together nearly four years at that point, we really didn’t want a long engagement. We both love the fall, especially since it can be so beautiful and pleasant in Texas. So that’s how we decided to get married in November. I had always pictured my wedding in the fall in Texas, complete with a stunning fall palette and breathtaking flowers. Chandor Gardens is a breathtakingly beautiful private estate with sprawling gardens. The property belonged to a painter and his wife, and the gardens were his gift to his wife. It’s the perfect love story and we knew right away this would be the place for our garden wedding we had always dreamed of. It was also the perfect size for accommodating our 130 guests. 

Because I knew I wanted a fall color palette, I fell in love with mocha for the bridesmaids’ dresses, which is pretty much a cross between gray and brown. The dresses would contrast the flowers perfectly and it’s a color that looked flattering on everyone. For the guys, we went with wheat-colored suits. They were the perfect complement to the bridesmaids’ mocha dresses, as well as the outdoor backdrop we were working with. The suits weren’t too casual or too formal. They were perfect!

For our flowers, I chose a true fall palette with our florist, Justine’s Flowers. They turned out beautiful and I heard so many compliments about how stunning the flowers were. She created a blend of sunflowers, wine red roses and a blend of other fall colors that turned out just wonderfully. I cannot express how pleased I was with the flowers.

Our ceremony included a string quartet, which truly helped set the mood. I walked down the aisle lined with white rose petals. We said our vows upon a rock staircase with our friends and family looking on. Behind us was a fountain, which strategically erupted as we exchanged our first kiss as husband and wife. It was truly magical. Our reception took place right around the corner behind the home in the garden area. The circular tables were scattered around the garden, some under the pergola, and some in the open garden. They were set with burlap and lace runners atop white tablecloths. The centerpieces were beautiful black lanterns with tea lights and champagne bottles dipped in gold glitter for a bit of bling. The DJ and dance floor were set up under a huge tree and everyone danced the night away. For the departure, our guests lined the pathway and sent us off into the night with sparklers, which was such a magical experience. We hopped into a brand new black Maserati and drove into the night as husband and wife, our lives forever changed.

Photography: Charla Storey Photography | Event Planning: Merren Events | Wedding Dress: Essense of Australia | Cake: CREME DE LA CREME | Venue: Chandor Gardens | Dress Shop: De Ma Fille Bridal | Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Floral: Justine's Flowers

In my humble opinion, when it comes to florals – the more the merrier. Especially when Gro Designs crafts said florals into one stunning runner atop La Tavola linens. Blooming with ethereal elegance and romantic charm, this inspirational shoot from the lens of Charla Storey is so stunning that my words alone won’t do it justice, so we’ll let the pictures speak for themselves!

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From Gro Designs…This shoot was inspired by the cascading floral and soft spring colors!

The GRO designs creative team is excited to share this Engagement shoot that marries two of the most popular wedding styles for 2015, garden elegance with organic-natural, while bringing along some of our favorite people and companies we work with to tell that story.

The newly renovated Sixty Five Hundred in Dallas, was the perfect space for our creative director, Nathan Johnson, to dream up this tablescape with muted shades of peach, lavender, pink, and white floral. The defused lighting in Sixty Five Hundred was captured perfectly by the talented Charla Storey through digital and film photography. Charla’s attention to detail and stylizing of this shoot enabled us to capture the intimacy and story we wanted to tell through our models, Clare Selig and Andrew Coates who are engaged to be married later this year. Clare, elegantly wore, a spectacular evening dress by Jenny Packham from Stanley Korshak. Following suit with our GRO weddings, many of the details were inspired from this elegant dress. POSH Couture’s rich green, pink, and gold rimmed china along side their silver and gold flatware were perfectly placed on blush, ruffled LaTavola linen. The texture of the linen was complimented by layers of white hydrangea that frame the dramatic floral waterfall designed by our talented team at GRO. Garden roses, tulips, ranunculus, sweet pea, jasmine, and hydrangea were all represented which happen to be many of our favorite blooms at GRO. Last but not least, the paper details by Natalie Grace were the perfect and final touch to our story.

Photography: Charla Storey Photography | Floral Design: Gro Designs | Dress: Jenny Packham | Dress: Stanley Korshak Bridal Salon | Venue: Sixty Five Hundred | Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Linen: BBJ La Tavola | Paper Goods: Natalie Grace | Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals

Growing up, I always wanted to be a flower girl and this next pretty is exactly why. Setting the gorgeous groundwork by sprinkling pastel petals, our favorite “floral fairies” are downright darling. From their flower crowns to the sweet signage, one look at this seriously adorable gallery from the lens of Nicole Berrett Photography and every Bride will be wishing for their very own petal princess!

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From Nicole Berrett Photography…To start, a beautiful “Will you be my flower girl” card made on recycled paper by Southern Fried Paper is the perfect spot to set the tone of the cuteness that is to come for the little ones in the wedding!! I just LOVE floral crowns, especially on flower girls! The Southern Table made each of their crowns a little different to show off their own personalities & to compliment their lovely hair done by Beauty & the Blush!

We know not all weddings would have an entire table just for the flower girls, but how fun if a bride decided to do this!! They had their own custom laser cut “Flower Girls” table sign & pretty little place cards marking their spot :) And their own desert table with specialized mini cakes, and macarons for them to enjoy!!

Photography: Nicole Berrett Photography | Floral Design: Max Owens Design | Hair & Makeup: Beauty And The Blush | Venue: The Venue at 400 North Ervay | Cakes & Cookies: Layered Bake Shop | Dresses: Fattie Pie | Paper Goods & Wood Cutouts: Southern Fried Paper

From Napa Valley to Hill Country, this couple wanted a rustic yet regal soiree that incorporated their roots. With plenty of personal details, like sentimental antler accents to wine boxes and barrels throughout, every aspect redefined romance. Sarah Kate snapped a gallery filled with jewel-toned Jenny Yoo gowns and gorgeous Elan Hair And Makeup moments, and it’s all waiting for you here!

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From the Beautiful Bride… Brad and I met while working together for a money management firm in Dallas.

We got engaged while on a trip to New Zealand. Brad planned a helicopter flight to see the back country of New Zealand and after seeing both lakes and beaches, we ended on a glacier where he proposed.

Brad grew up in San Francisco and I grew up in the Hill Country so we though a Napa/Hill Country theme would represent our lives well. We had antlers and wine boxes as well as wine barrels throughout the ceremony and wedding. My favorite touch was the antler chandelier that my dad made for us which was hanging over the cake table.

I would not change a thing about our wedding. Every detail was perfect. We were able to truly enjoy our night to the fullest. Every aspect was perfect!