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Old World Italian Grandeur at Camp Lucy in Texas!

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Old world Italian grandeur meets a fresh colorful spin as lush spring blooms set the foundation for the editorial, combining vibrant florals, luxe details, and bold fashion.

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Spring palette of French blue, rose pink, muted orange, yellow, and soft purples[/field]
[field title=”The Venue”]Camp Lucy outside of Austin, Texas served as the beautiful venue featuring live oaks, spring foliage, and a rustic chapel to tie in to this Italian-inspired editorial.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The bride’s gown by House of Flora featured a modern, 3d floral lace with a detached long sleeve and train for a luxe, modern, spring feel.[/field]
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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The lush spring florals brought vibrant colors for a modern touch that acted against the old-world grandeur found in the table setting. The addition of fruit to the table added more color and texture to the vibrant florals. The menus, napkins, and plates provided an architectural and old-world accent to the design, while the wood tones of the chapel, chairs, and bar table added a rustic, European touch.[/field]
[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]My favorite design element was the table setting with the menu books, the printed napkins, and the intricate plates that added the old-world grandeur to the modern, vibrant florals.[/field]
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Pastels & Butterflies Enchant This English Garden Wedding in Texas

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Pastel pink, purple, and blue[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Annie and Bobby’s springtime wedding was inspired by butterflies and lush English gardens, which culminated in a charming celebration with regal panache. Pastel tones embraced their day in happy shades of pinks, purples, and blues. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Annie and Bobby met at an ugly sweater party during their freshman year in college. Annie’s sorority had thrown the party, and since she knew Bobby would quickly get asked to the next function, she called “dibs” amongst her fellow classmates. At the next party, Annie and Bobby were dates, and by spring, they were officially dating. The couple moved to Houston together after graduation. Bobby proposed on the balcony of their apartment, overlooking the skyline. He surprised Annie by inviting some of their closest family and friends for an evening to remember. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Annie’s custom wedding dress was an avante-garde take on a classic mikado ballgown and included incredible off-the-shoulder sleeve poufs and a uniquely draped skirt. She paired this look with a handmade white floral headband and a cathedral-length veil scattered with pearls at the trim. She later changed into a mini dress with a custom sheer overlay of colorful beaded florals and white feathers. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Annie’s bridesmaids donned baby blue satin gowns with off-the-shoulder necklines.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Bobby’s tux was custom-made by Festari. The collar was monogrammed with the wedding date, and the inside of the jacket had a fun golf print. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests spent the evening dining on grilled beef tenderloin and roasted chicken roulade with whipped garlic potatoes, asparagus, and roasted pepper.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Florals were the focal point of the reception, with a highlight on larger-than-life delphiniums, hand-picked tulips, and cloudlike plumes of hydrangeas. This also included hand-wired rose tendrils suspended from the ceiling, making an unforgettable statement above the dinner tables. Signage embraced delicate touches with butterfly cutouts and ribbon details. Tablescapes included blue and pink Ginori Oriente Italiano plates atop patterned tablecloths of florals and botanical embroidery. Doorways and stairways were flocked with greenery and soft blooms.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Making way for the most edible garden delight was the white wedding cake, which towered nearly as high as the floral arrangements.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The couple had custom-made pizza boxes for late-night bites, along with a cigar bar and an Ole Miss-themed bar on the patio.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The couple honeymooned in Turks & Caicos: “We stayed at Grace Bay Club and did nothing but lay by the beach and pool for a week straight. We stayed on the adult side of the resort and were met with nothing but 5-star service.”[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]”The best piece of advice I could give is to secure a wedding planner in the area you are getting married in. Someone who is familiar with the vendors, the venues, etc. That way, you aren’t doing all the research, and they have recommendations fitted to your style, budget, etc.”[/field]
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Al Fresco Wedding Inspired by Lake Como at Laguna Gloria

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Blush, blue, peach, sage green[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The Shurtleffs were after a laid-back, cozy, and blissful feeling for their wedding. With long tables and an al fresco dinner, they achieved the feeling of an intimate dinner party. The design theme was a floral garden party with butterflies and pastel hues of blush and blue.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Katy and Jared met while traveling to Boston for work. Katy was living in New York City and Jared was in Chicago at the time. A coworker set them up on their first date and they hit it off immediately. Three years and several cross-country moves later, Jared proposed in Florence, Italy and they tied the knot in Austin, Texas on September 8, 2023. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The peplum lace overlay that Katy wore made its first debut in 1987 on her parents’ wedding day. Katy’s Mom made her wedding dress by hand, where she stitched every pearl to perfection with patience and the utmost care. Katy’s Dad “preserved” the heirloom in an oversized pillowcase and 36 years later, it remained in impeccable condition. Katy thoughtfully sourced the peau de soie silk for the custom made gown worn underneath to match the ivory bolero that she inherited. It was a beautiful way to incorporate her Mom’s presence in spirit. The welcome table included photos of Jared and Katy’s parents on their respective wedding days, with Katy’s late Mother in the dress topper that she wore in honor of her Mom. The lace is now back in the pillowcase time capsule hoping to be passed down to the next special bride in their family. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Katy’s vision for bridesmaids dresses was to appear effortlessly coordinated. She curated a collection of dresses in complementary pastels. Katy’s cousins, her Maid and Matron of Honor, also wore peplum dresses as a subtle nod to Katy’s Mom’s handmade lace. The bridesmaids and flower girl dresses seamlessly blended with her design and whimsical tablescapes with details like fresh pears and personalized menus tying to the theme of butterflies and florals.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]The cocktail hour menu featured hand crafted “his and her” cocktails, Negroni and Spicy Ranch Water. The selection of passed hors-d’oeuvres included duck confit tacos, fried chicken sliders, and more! The vision for food was elevated while still being deliciously comfortable. Chipotle-peach glazed chicken and Shiner bock glazed short ribs were served al fresco under vintage festoon lights. Dinner was accompanied by a delicate string quartet and guests enjoyed sunset views overlooking Lake Austin and the gorgeous villa. Following heartfelt toasts and a surprise 70th birthday tribute to the groom’s father, the party transitioned to the tented lawn.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Guests were greeted with chilled champagne as they strolled through the garden grounds to find their seats for the ceremony. Ceremony was held at the Temple of Love, a historical replica of a classic gazebo sited at the original entrance to Laguna Gloria. Florals were installed along the gazebo columns and thoughtfully placed as extensions of the overarching trees surrounding them. This created an intimate and secluded atmosphere that the couple hoped to achieve as they exchanged their written vows. Florals continued throughout the venue including a feature in the terrace fountain and along the tables where guests dined. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Their wedding cake was a timeless white sleek cake accented by a sage green bow tied around. The tiered cake featured two different flavors – a deliciously crisp Lemon Raspberry and Almond Vanilla. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Katy and Jared had their recessional to Here Comes the Sun after their first kiss as newlyweds.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Katy and Jared valued intentional time with their guests and family members. Rather than spend all of the afternoon and cocktail hour taking photos apart from each other, they opted for a first look to take portraits before the ceremony and kept wedding party photos to a minimum, allowing them to enjoy cocktail hour with their guests and family.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The Ashley Austin Band gave a spectacular performance after dinner, getting guests involved in singing and dancing and inviting the bride and groom on stage. Katy and Jared ended the night with a dirty-dancing style lift on stage! The guests went wild and cheered, a fitting finale for their incredible party.[/field]
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36th Street Events

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A Laurel, Pear, and Artichoke Color Palette at Camp Lucy

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[field title=”The Inspiration”]This shoot beautifully harmonizes nature’s wild elegance with the sleek precision of modern design. From the luxurious velvet backdrop and intricately patterned tablecloth to the lush greenery and delicate florals adorning the cake, table, and couch, it seamlessly blends the organic with the contemporary.[/field]
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To go with the organic opulence theme, the colors in our palette are all those found in nature. The palette consists of these colors: pearl, mist, laurel, pear, and artichoke.

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[field title=”The Venue”]Camp Lucy’s Sacred Oaks wedding venue was chosen for the shoot’s location because it’s surrounded by nature. The venue’s natural aesthetic helped highlight the organic opulence theme.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Kinsley Couture Bridal provided our statement wedding gown. The dress, designed by ENAURA, featured laser cut and embroidered flowers and a romantic sweetheart neckline.[/field]
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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The elegant white florals, designed by Emily Kaye, and were used to create luxe drama for the portrait backdrop, tablescape, and cake and escort card stations. White flowers, including but not limited to ranunculus, orchids, and roses, were chosen so that the greens and blues found in the table linens, napkins, and escort card display could pop.[/field]
[field title=”Favorite Design Element”]The tablescape is one of our favorite design elements of the shoot. It is both timeless and modern. It combines classic white dinnerware, gold flatware, and crystal glassware, with whimsically unique table linens and blue napkins provided by Nuage Designs Inc. [/field]
[field title=”Tips To Pull Off The Look”]To recreate our model’s bridal look, ask your hair and makeup artist for a neutral palette and a low bun with dainty loose pieces. Pair with designer accessories from Gucci, Chanel, and Cult Gaia.[/field]
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A Colorful Celebration at Villa Antonia With a Spectacular 6-Foot Floral Arch

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]AML Weddings designed a stunning European inspired wedding that complimented the Spanish inspired venue, Villa Antonia.

AML Weddings meticulous attention to detail, combined with the timeless charm of Villa Antonia and the allure of a Tuscan summer palette, culminates in a a wedding celebration that is as enchanting as it is unforgettable[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Peri envisioned a Tuscan summer getaway for the vibes of their wedding. Villa Antonia features a European-inspired design and architecture, providing a touch of elegance and sophistication to any event. It sits on a sprawling 10-acre estate with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills, making it a popular choice for couples seeking a picturesque backdrop for their wedding day. Butterfly ranunculus & spray roses complimented the lush apricot lisianthus in the floral recipe creating a stunning sweep of crisp colorful abundance. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests were greeted with Lavender Lemonade, adorned with custom acrylic names with their table numbers delicately placed on the rim, adding a personalized touch to each mocktail. For those craving a kick of spice, “The Teddi” Spicy Margarita tantalized taste buds with its blend of tequila, triple sec, and fresh lime juice, its rim dusted with Tajin and garnished with fiery jalapeño slices. Meanwhile, “The Abe” Old Fashioned beckoned those with a taste for tradition, featuring a smooth mix of whiskey, bitters, and simple syrup, elevated by a twist of fresh orange peel. As guests mingled, they indulged in delectable bites, including I Port Braised Fig Crostini adorned with herbed goat cheese and fig jam, each bite a harmonious balance of sweet and savory. The air was filled with the aroma of Grilled Chimichurri Beef Kebabs, perfectly charred and bursting with flavor, enticing guests to savor every mouthful. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]A breathtaking focal point of the wedding ceremony was the stunning 6-foot floral arch adorned with Butterfly ranunculus and spray roses, perfectly complementing the lush apricot lisianthus. This captivating display not only provided a picturesque backdrop for the couple’s vows but also added a touch of whimsical elegance to the entire event, leaving guests in awe of its beauty.
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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The groom’s cake took center stage, boasting layers of rich double chocolate infused with luscious Nutella, each bite a heavenly indulgence complemented by hand-dipped chocolate-covered strawberries, adding a touch of decadence to the celebration. The bride’s cake stood as a testament to love’s diverse flavors, featuring three layers of exquisite tastes. From the refreshing tang of lemon raspberry to the velvety richness of red velvet adorned with sumptuous chocolate ganache, and finally, the enchanting blend of German chocolate, harmonizing cocoa, coconut, and pecans in a symphony of sweetness.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Nick’s voice trembled with so much emotion, he poured out his love, promising to cherish Peri for eternity, through every joy and challenge that life would bring. Tears welled up in the eyes of their guests, especially their parents, as they witnessed the depth of his commitment. Their words resonated with authenticity and vulnerability, leaving everyone present awestruck by the power of their love.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]As a sweet token of appreciation, guests were treated to wedding favors tailored to the couple’s individual tastes: miniature Twix bars, a nod to his favorite treat, and packs of Sour Patch Watermelon candies, a delightful homage to hers. These personalized gifts added a touch of sweetness to the festivities, ensuring that each guest departed with a cherished memento of the joyful celebration.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]During the reception, a delightful summer favorite awaited guests: a s’mores bar, beckoning with graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate for guests to craft their perfect fireside treat. This thoughtful detail added a cozy and nostalgic touch to the celebration, inviting everyone to gather around the fire and savor the warmth of the evening.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Guests were invited to leave their mark on the couple’s special day by signing Jenga blocks, transforming the classic game into a unique and interactive guest book. Meanwhile, elegant white parasols provided relief from the summer sun during the reception, offering guests both shade and style as they celebrated the joyous occasion.[/field]
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All Things Pretty and Pink at Boxwood Manor in Texas!

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The wedding colors were shades of pink and burgundy. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]I wanted the wedding to be traditional and timeless, with a hint of a whimsical garden presence. Most importantly, I wanted all things bright, happy, and pink![/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Ben and I got engaged near my parent’s wedding anniversary, so the proposal was disguised as an anniversary celebration for them. He proposed to me under a beautiful oak tree with a picnic of champagne and strawberries. All our friends and family members were there, and the celebrations lasted well into the night. We all sang karaoke for hours. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The wedding dress designer was Eva Lendel; my dress was the Lika dress. I fell in love with the elegance of the gown and the detachable cape for a subtle change after the ceremony. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaid’s dresses were the most elegant one-shoulder dresses. They were a soft blush color, and I felt like the style was timeless while still chic and modern. [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]My husband and his groomsmen got their attire from The Black Tux. They wore a classic tuxedo that was timeless, traditional, and will never go out of style.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Keeping in line with a traditional wedding feel, we opted for a plated meal—more than anything, guests tend to remember the food. We served a two-course meal, beginning with a salad and moving on to an option of braised short rib or chicken Wellington.

Our signature drinks were very in line with our personalities. The bride’s drink was fruity, pink, and fresh, while the groom’s was an old fashion. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Lush and feminine garden-style florals full of delicate blooms and trailing vines exude an elegant and timeless charm.

Florals were used to surround the wedding cake, reminiscent of a picturesque floral meadow, creating a whimsical atmosphere and encapsulating the beauty of a serene garden setting. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was the height of nine tiers and covered in buttercream with cream cheese filling. It had a vintage and romantic feel, rich textures, and elegant edible lace.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Words have always been significant to me. I knew that the music, vows, and speeches would be something that I was very methodical about. Our pastor asked us to write down our favorite things about each other. We both put a lot of thought and explanation into these three things. It was read aloud by him during our ceremony and is still one of my most treasured parts of the wedding.

I walked down the aisle to the piano version of “I Have Nothing” by Whitney Houston—that first soft key at the beginning of the song made for a memorable entrance. [/field]
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Spring Garden Wedding at Woodbine Mansion

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]White, Cream, Blush, Peach, and Small touches of Lavender [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Happy, Fun, Whimsical, Garden Party[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]After 4 years and a dog together, Nick began to prepare for the surprise of Chelsea’s life. As she regularly does, Chelsea was planning to meet up with some girl friends for drinks after work over on the Austin’s east side. It was Friday February 25th, 2023, extra memorable because of the record-holding cold temperature that hit Texas that week. After getting dropped off by her Uber at Sekrit Theater, Chelsea turns the corner to hear instrumental music playing and a picture frame with a handwritten love note waiting for her. Turns out, Nick had planned a beautiful three-part proposal with the help of Chelsea’s two best friends. After Chelsea said “YES!!!”, they met their families for an intimate dinner at Juniper followed by a surprise with all of their local Austin friends waiting to celebrate with them at Central Machine Works. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Nick and Chelsea were delighted with their decision to go with SoHo Catering for their wedding! Throughout the reception, many guests raved about the delicious food. The menu included Braised Short Rib, Pecan Crusted Chicken, Green Beans, Mac & Cheese, and a definite crowd-pleaser – the bread rolls! Rebecca from SoHo was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. The signature drinks were never up for debate as the couple knew what they wanted early on. For Nick, he went with the classic Old Fashioned topped off with a “G” engraved ice cube. Chelsea had to have her favorite espresso martini that flowed through an ice luge, also courtesy of Spectrum Ice. However, the most popular might have been the “Rusty-rita” which was a spicy margarita with a tajin rim complete with a stir stick of their dog Rusty. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Working hand in hand with Simply XO Events during the design process was so much fun. They made everything feel collaborative from talking through the ceremony design, design of the reception in the tent, to even the small details such as the design of the dance floor, lighting, and rented bar. Once the couple booked Heather with Reverie Floristry, they knew they were going to be taken care of. Heather took the design deck from Simply XO Events & brought the color palette to life. She knew which areas were important to the couple, and what mattered vs didn’t matter to them. The bride, Chelsea, had fallen in love with the idea of a tan & white checkered dance floor, which served as the focal point of their mood board early on. The clear-top tent was transformed with luscious white draping, cascading twinkle lights, and clusters of rattan fixtures wrapped in greenery. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake selection process was one of the easiest of them all. Immediately upon meeting Brittany from @Morganpearlcakes and describing their vision for the cake, Chelsea and Nick knew they could trust her. Opting for a stunning white 5-tiered cake in a sleek, modern design complete with scalloped detailing, their cake commanded attention as the centerpiece inside of Woodbine Mansion’s cake room. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Upon entering the ceremony, guests were greeted with Champagne & Topo Chico bottles along with the sound of live piano from The Nightowls band. The ceremony began to Nick, the bridal party and family walking down the aisle to the instrumental version of Bruno Mars’, “Marry you”. The bride’s recessional was to a rendition of “Here comes the sun”, a fitting tribute to the delightful April weather that graced their special day. During the ceremony, the couple chose to express their vows to one another, leaving not a single dry eye in the audience. One very special detail to the couple was that the same Pastor who married the bride’s parents was able to marry the two of them, 36 years later. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]There was no shortage of ways Nick & Chelsea incorporated their dog, Rusty, into their wedding details. From his seamless walk down the aisle in his custom tuxedo from @barkandgo, to the hand-painted champagne bottle with his portrait from @petportraitsbycaitlin, and finally cut-out Rusty heads as props in the Mir-Mir photo booth. With him being such a huge part of their lives & love story, Rusty needed his time to shine as well. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]As silver streamers pop around them, Nick and Chelsea departed down the mansion’s steps with The Nightowls second line parade following behind. For their getaway vehicle, the couple rented a gorgeous toffee cream vintage car. In fact, the same car was featured months earlier in their “Save the Date” engagement shoot at their favorite date night spot, Mattie’s. Leaving it’s mark on each stage of their growing love story, but now as husband and wife! [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]As an ode to one of their first dates, the couple had Via313 pizza delivered as their late night snack in order to keep the guests fueled for more time on the dance floor! Our only advice to couples planning would be to order MORE as the pizza was such a hit and went too fast. [/field]
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Garden Party Wedding with a Modern Twist in Austin Texas

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The wedding colors had some soft blushes and mustard and pops of black here and there.

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]With the bride being a wedding planner herself, a primary goal of hers was to keep their wedding authentic to them. They decided on a modern garden ambience, with soft colors, organic shapes and movement. They added trees and greenery into the reception to soften the venue and added warm linens and lighting to add to the space. A few personal choices included exchanging private letters before the ceremony without seeing each other, having her boss officiate their wedding and a few military traditions that were special to her groom, Jackson. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Their proposal is Kelly’s favorite memory of their love story. A few months after moving to Austin and working as a wedding planner, it was routine for her to assist her boss, Bianca, on wedding days. She didn’t bat an eye when she asked her to assist with a wedding where the “bride” requested vendors wear cocktail attire. It wasn’t until Kelly opened the doors to the greenhouse when she realized what was happening! Jackson welcomed her, there was music playing, candles and white petals everywhere. After the most heartfelt proposal, he surprised her with her closest friends. It was the most special day and she felt so lucky to have best friends and a boss who would work so closely with Jackson to accomplish the perfect surprise. They later used the same song he had playing during the proposal as the song for her processional down the aisle. [/field]
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Kelly wanted to find a modern yet romantic gown. She was looking for something with a soft, flowy texture, a modern shape, and subtle details. The first time she saw a photo of Alena Leena Bridal’s Armeria gown – she knew it was the one! She was covered in chills the first time trying it on. In order to keep the integrity of the gown, her seamstress decided to skip adding a bustle. However, she did not want the train to be ruined on the dance floor – which led her to find a reception gown. Having the opportunity to wear two outfits, she wanted them to be completely different. She chose a sleek, satin gown with a high neck and open back for the reception look.

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Bridesmaid’s dresses were a silky soft pink from Revelry.

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[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Getting married in uniform was important to Jackson, however, they wanted him to stand out from a typical military wedding. After some searching, they decided on a less common white and black dress uniform. They discovered the clothier had stopped making this uniform so they worked with them to have his jacket custom made.
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]The couple cut their cake with Jackson’s sword which was so fun! They also included a bottle of champagne with it for the two of them to pop and enjoy alone together afterwards. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]A modern garden ambience, with soft colors, organic shapes and movement. They added trees and greenery into the reception to soften the venue and added warm linens and lighting to add to the space.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Another military tradition was their cake cutting. To go with his new uniform, they knew Jackson would be getting a saber. To make it special to their wedding, they had it engraved with their wedding date. Of course – Kelly wanted to balance the moment out with a little romance by surrounding their cake in a bed of flowers. Kelly was brought to tears when she saw the reception space design come to life.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]They included a few military traditions. First being the iconic saber arch as they recessed down the aisle. Being a romantic at heart, Kelly had their guests also toss petals during this moment. After Jackson’s best man patted Kelly and welcomed her to the Army family, they were able to kick off the rest of the night. [/field]
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After he proposed, they decided to create a family crest. They included D, for their last name. Mountains and stars to represent their love for nature and star gazing. Peonies; her favorite flower. This crest was used throughout their wedding day design and was engraved on a signet ring, which Jackson wears as his wedding band.

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An Austin Rehearsal Dinner With Elevated Western Style

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The rehearsal dinner palette is blue and white with deep and bright reds, oranges, and yellows. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]We definitely played up on the Texas location, with a western themed after party. Guests entered through a floral archway covered in straw cowboy hats, and guests were given colorful bandanas to wear. For the dinner it self, the linens featured a nature inspired pattern with birds. So, we decorated a large iron birdcage for the escort cards, etc. [/field]
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PASSED COLD HORS D’OEUVRES

• Smoked Duck and Vegetable Roll, Soy-Lime Sauce

• Jicama Tuna Tartare Taco

• Seasonal Freshly Shucked Oysters with Oyster Shucker/ Attendant

PASSED WARM HORS D’OEUVRES • Lamb Lollipop, Mustard-Thyme Crust

• Fried Avocado and Pork Belly Bite, Cilantro Emulsion, Sesame

• Mini Beef Wellington, Béarnaise Sauce

• Bacon- Wrapped Quail Breast, Date, Walnuts

• Black Bean Empanada

FIRST COURSE

• Shrimp Cocktail, Mexican Cocktail Sauce, House Made Tortilla Chips

SECOND COURSE

• Trio of Baby Iceberg Wedge, Tobacco Onions • Smoked Onion Vinaigrette, Herb Dressing, Blue Cheese- Buttermilk Dressing

THIRD COURSE- ENTRÉE

• Southern-Fried Chicken, with Butter Beans, Macaroni and Cheese, Collard Greens, and Chef’s Seasonal Vegetables

• Freshly Baked Cornbread

FOURTH COURSE- DESSERT

• Carrot Cake • Regular and Decaffeinated Illy Coffee Selection of Hot Teas

LATE NIGHT SNACKS

• Mini Margherita Pizzas All Beef Pigs-In-A-Blanket, Assorted Mustards

• Brisket Sliders (No Onions) Casa Dragones Tequila- Joven, Casa Dragones Tequila- Reposado, Belvedere Vodka, Whistle Pig Whiskey, Knob Creek Bourbon, 12-Year-Old Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch, Templeton Rye Whiskey, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Bacardi Silver Rum

BAR WINES

Bin 373 Chardonnay Flowers Sonoma Coast, California 2021 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hedges Family Estate Washington, 2020 Bin 412 Pinot Noir, Presqu’ile, California, 2019 Bin 106 Sparkling Wine, Prince de Lise, France Bin 102 Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé, Champagne, France, 2018

DINNER WINES

Bin 373 Chardonnay, Flowers Sonoma Coast, California 2021 Bin 412 Pinot Noir, Presqu’ile, California 2019

CHAMPAGNE TOAST

Bin 102 Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé, Champagne, France, 2018

BEER

Bud Light, Coors Light, Michelob Ultra, Dos Equis, Fireman’s 4 Real Ale, Lost Gold IPA Real Ale, Shiner Bock, Stella Artois

OTHER

Non-Alcoholic Beer Assorted Soft Drinks & Mineral Waters

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Inspired by blue and white chinoserie, and the Texas location we created a Big Texas blue rehearsal dinner but softened and polished it up.
Steer/Texas longhorn notes were used in the cocktail hour decor, and in the antler chandeliers in the dinner tent. Natural rattan furniture and lanterns were used during cocktail hour and lining the walkway to the tent. A blue and white printed fabric with bird detail was also used on the linens at dinner, and to inspire other details like the seating card display. We used a large iron birdcage to display the seating cards.. and printed birds “picks” were used on cocktail hour menu items. The florals were bright and bold oranges, deep reds and yellows in mixed blue and white patterned containers… [/field]
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A Black Tie Affair With a Floral Twist at Bar Mansion in Austin

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Sage green, ivory, and blush tones[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The vision for the wedding was Garden Party Gala: a black tie affair with a floral twist. Guests were encouraged to wear pastels and floral patterns in their formalwear while enjoying an almost completely outdoor event. The ceremony and cocktail hour were held around golden hour, while dinner was served just as the sunset was ending. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]A little backstory: a few months into dating, Adam took Kyra out to Cape Cod where his mom lives. On a quiet beach with no one else around, Adam and Kyra exchanged their first “I love you”s. Fast forward to two years after that, the couple was back visiting family on the Cape. In Spohr Gardens on the water, just a short distance away from the original “I love you” spot, Adam proposed to Kyra. He was wearing the museum pin they received from their first date at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston.

While the engagement was something they had discussed, the proposal moment was a joyous surprise. Adam had even planned an engagement party the next day with their family and closest friends.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The ceremony gown was from Watters Designs, specifically their Willowby line. It was a white, A-line dress with full sleeves, an open back, and floral beading across the entire bust. The details provided the right amount of whimsy for the garden party theme.

After dinner, Kyra changed into a silk ivory dress from Shona Joy. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Kyra asked her bridesmaids to pick whatever dress they felt comfortable in, while staying in the color palette for the day. There was a lovely balance of pinks, sage tones, and one floral dress. [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]While Adam wore a navy tux for the ceremony from Suit Supply, groomsmen wore black tuxedos from the Black Tux.

After dinner, Adam also changed into an ivory dinner jacket from the Black Tux. Per his request, the bride and groom wore matching Nike Dunks with their second outfits.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Food and drinks were all done by the venue, Barr Mansion, featuring seasonal produce from their own garden. Guests enjoyed passed hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour, followed by a plated dinner. The couple chose their signature drink, the Hugo–based on the classic cocktail of prosecco, St. Germain, and sparkling water–to highlight their corgi of the same name.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]With a garden party theme, florals were very important to the bride. Christin from Clementine Botanical Art put together a stunning variety of flowers for aisle pieces, table centerpieces, bouquets, and boutonnieres. The chuppah covered in baby’s breath brought the entire vision to life.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was also made in-house at Barr Mansion. It featured a vanilla chiffon cake with strawberry mousse as the frosting. The external design was simple and classic with only a few flowers as an accent.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The processional was split into three moments: the groom and his parents walked down the aisle to Wasteland, Baby! by Hozier, the wedding party walked down in pairs to Turning Page by Sleeping at Last, and the bride walked down with her parents to La Valse d’Amélie by Yann Tiersen (a piece from the score of her favorite movie Amélie).

Readings included the poem “[i carry your heart with me[i carry it in]” by e.e. cummings and a snippet from The Little Prince. The bride and groom’s wedding bands were engraved with a line from the poem.

At the reception, Adam performed Kyra’s father-daughter dance song, playing guitar and singing Stop This Train by John Mayer. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Kyra’s father Mickey officiated their non-traditional ceremony, blending elements from their Christian faith and Jewish heritage.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]As a designer herself, Kyra took up the challenge to design all digital and printed elements of the wedding. The website, save the dates, invitation suite, programs, menus, signage, and more were all lovingly created by the bride.[/field]
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Playful Texas Wedding With Whimsical Decor & A Carousel Reception

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The colors were coral, peach, dusty blue, fuchsia, tangerine, marigold, and lilac.

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Big Texas energy was in order for Kelsey and Jesse’s wedding day, which brought forth a playful spirit, a vintage carnival aesthetic, and even a charming carousel ride for their guests. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Kelsey and Jesse arranged to meet outdoors for their first date. What was supposed to be a short hike turned into a casual fourteen miles, as they were too busy enjoying conversation with each passing mile. Not only did that day begin Kelsey and Jesse’s love story, but it also began their love of hiking together. Throughout their relationship, the couple began hiking in National Parks across the country. On one of these trips, Jesse proposed at the top of Emory Peak in Big Bend National Park, making it Kelsey’s favorite and most memorable trip together to date. [/field]
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Kelsey’s customPnina Tornai wedding gown also reflected the fantasy-like spirit, as it was detailed in floral lace and whimsical, three-dimensional touches.

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Jesse sported a custom tuxedo by Knot Standard.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]The couple’s central Texas-inspired signature drinks included a prickly pear margarita and a Hill Country iced tea.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The ceremony was set with giant oak trees hung with chandeliers. Beneath them were arranged mix-and-match vintage chairs and couches in coordinating vibrant colors. A multi-colored floral chuppah stood in the center as the unique floral design melted one block of color into the next. This wildflower theme carried on throughout the night with an array of printed tablecloths, pressed floral signage, name cards, and floral-painted menus.[/field]
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An unforgettable wedding cake was decorated in pressed flowers that covered every inch of the five-tiered display.

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With a nod to Texas, the couple even designed custom hats for their entire wedding party from Milano Hat Company: ” I designed and customized each hat myself along with branding them myself. I wanted each hat to feel personal to each person in our wedding and wanted to put my own touch on each.”

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Kelsey hand-painted wildflowers around the diameter of their twelve-foot round bar to create a whimsical look at the reception.

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“We went to Africa on our honeymoon! There are no words to describe how incredible the trip was. We started off in Zambia, staying on the Zambezi River. From there, we did five nights of safaris in Botswana. We captured some amazing photos and saw so many animals on our game drives — I think the lion cubs were our favorite. For the second half of the trip, we went to the Seychelles to have some relaxing beach days. We stayed at the Four Seasons Resort, where the beaches were stunning. We spent one day hiking the island (of course), where we got some of the best views!”

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Bringing the Lush Outdoors Inside at The Arlo

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Blush, Mustard (marigold), White, and Greens[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Meagan & Spencer knew they wanted to bring color to their venue, while still keeping the design elegant & classy. Meagan also was loving the ghost acrylic chairs, so with the the help of Simply XO Events, we decided to incorporate lucite/acrylic accents. We brought in lucite/acrylic in with the chairs, head table “acrylic” place mats, and lucite napkin rings.

With the color that came through in the floral and tables, the bride had her bridesmaids in white to create a very modern look with wedding party and ceremony moments. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]As many of Meagan & Spencer’s friends know, they are big Kansas City Chiefs fans. They went to a playoff game for Meagan’s birthday in 2022, and that’s when the proposal happened! Spencer got down on one knee (in Meagan’s Sherpa jacket, in true Spencer fashion) at the top of the KC Hotel, and asked Meagan to marry him with the Kansas City skyline behind them!
They celebrated the weekend with a Chiefs win as newly engaged, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Food and beverage were very important to the bride and groom. Meagan and Spencer knew the first touch point for their guests would be their arrival for the ceremony. They have a champagne cart out front for guests to have a chilled glass of champagne while walking to find their seat for the ceremony.
Cocktail hour was the next touch point for guests, so not only did they have a full open bar (with espresso martinis served down a custom ice luge) they had passed appetizers and roaming oysters.
Dinner was a plated dinner service served by SoHo Catering. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The florals were luscious, with pops of white, yellow/marigold, and blush. Lovelily Flowers over delivered in every area, but one of the top WOW moments was her head table install we all dreamed up together. The vision was to have something up and over the head table to create a unique elevated moment in the reception room.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The cake moment was something classy and timeless. The cake was simple, with a little white texture added to it. Next to the cake was a champagne tower for the couple to pour after their cake cutting. This cake moment was designed by LBV Design House who provided the backdrop and cake stands. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Ceremony & cocktail hour music was played live by Josh Klaus, to add that “live music” element that guests expected to get when coming to a wedding in Austin, TX.
The reception band was Uptown Drive, which was a highlight specifically for the bride’s dad. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Lucite Accents – We really tried to play into the modern design with lucite chairs, head table acrylic place mats (to guide those guests to find their seat), acrylic napkin rings, and ghost/acrylic chairs. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Interactive Seating Chart – We knew we wanted to have an interactive moment during cocktail hour, so we thought the seating chart was the best spot for that! When walking up to the seating chart, you would find your last name letter, then open the “mini door” to find your table assignment. LBV Design House brought our vision to life flawlessly. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Head Table Floral Install – The head table floral moment was really a jaw dropping moments for guests when walking into the reception room. It was center and close to the dance floor, so it was hard to miss. [/field]
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A Timeless Texas Wedding That Was Dripping In Custom Details

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The wedding colors were pale blush, ivory, and taupe with natural greenery accents.

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From the bride… My sweet girlfriends texted me to plan for a girl’s brunch date for an upcoming Saturday. What I didn’t know was that “brunch” would actually be the first day of forever with my husband. Saturday morning came along, and one of my friends came to pick me up at my house. She made sure I was dressed perfectly by telling me we were “dressing up for brunch.” Thirty minutes later, we pulled up to a beautiful garden where I saw my husband standing and waiting for me with roses in hand. At that moment I knew that it was happening!! Blake helped me out of the car and led me to a spot that he had picked out by a fountain. There, he pulled out seven letters he had written each day leading up to the proposal followed by a handwritten letter he wrote me which ended with him down on one knee. Of course, I was beaming with joy and quickly answered yes! Blake and I’s families came running out of some nearby bushes to congratulate us on our new engagement! After a little photo shoot with the photographer that Blake hired, we headed to my parents’ house on Lake Conroe where all of our friends and family were waiting to celebrate the future Browns! The rest of the weekend was full of so much joy and laughter with the people we love the most!

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From the bride… The way I found my wedding gown is actually a really funny story! I was scrolling through Tik Tok one day and saw this video of this beautiful A-line lace dress at a wedding boutique up north somewhere. I immediately sent it to my sister who was my Maid of Honor, who also was in complete love with this dress. I began to research the designer and find out who carried that designer here in Houston. With my luck, that designer was only found at Brickhouse Bridal in The Woodlands, Texas which ironically was the first wedding boutique that I would be going to that weekend! Come Saturday, we walked into Brickhouse Bridal and I told them I wanted to try on this dress first and foremost! The moment that I put that dress on I had no doubt it was the one! I felt truly so beautiful in it and never wanted to take it off! I loved the uniqueness of the dress from the lace corset, the hint of sparkle in the tule that glistening in the sunlight, the intricate beading work, and let’s not forget about the ten foot long train! I tried on many dresses after that first one, but no other dress came even close to it! On wedding day, I added on a twelve foot long veil along with dainty pearl earrings and a beautiful diamond bracelet from my husband.

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The bridesmaids were all dressed in Show Me Your Mumu‘s signature taupe shade, ‘Show Me The Ring.’ Each bridesmaid got their choice of silhouette in a chiffon fabric, while the Maid of Honor wore a satin dress in the same hue. We love how this cool-toned neutral paired with the rest of the wedding design (especially the florals!) It reads neutral while providing depth and texture.

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City View Catering created a masterful guest experience through their delectable stations meal and passed hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour. Guests started by enjoying bruschetta, ceviche shooters, and par and brie bites under the cocktail hour tent. Inside, they started by enjoying a plated winter salad and then were treated to the multiple food stations that included a Chicken Wellington tower and a spiced pork tenderloin carving station, alongside scalloped potatoes and julienne vegetables. The bar experience was no less stellar than the food, featuring the couple’s signature cocktails which were a margarita on the rocks and a jack and coke. The drinks were dressed up with custom drink stirrers & cocktail napkins. Beyond that, guests were treated to a full-service bar.

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Madi & Blake’s wedding day was all-things timeless and romantic from a floral & design perspective. Flora + Fauna beautifully brought Madi’s ivory & blush tone dreams to life through the refined floral elements that were present on the wedding day. Some of our favorite components were the lush floral meadows that appeared in the ceremony space, the cocktail hour tent, and the stage facades in the reception. The bridal bouquet was refined in shape and featured the most beautiful mixture of garden roses, hydrangeas, ranunculus, and other floral varieties. In the reception space, a mix of lush floral runners, elevated arrangements, and bud vase clusters created variety and dimension. We love the timelessness of the vessels that were used for both the florals and candles alike! Another design detail we loved was the linen selections — which were all neutral in color but featured a wide array of fabrics and tonal patterns that elevated the tablescape. BBJ La Tavola never disappoints with its curated selection. But of all of the design elements, our very favorite just might have to be the many custom details that were artfully created by Yellow Rose Calligraphy. The invitation suite was a treat to style and was made up of gorgeous calligraphy script, a tonal floral pattern, and a watercolor image of Arrowhead Hill. The balance of blush and grey tones took it from being an all-white suite to one that had more depth and dimension. In the day-of goods, those custom elements were expanded upon and included a gorgeous hand-calligraphy seating chart, stir sticks with watercolor portraits of Madi & Blake’s dogs, a custom dance floor vinyl, and thank you notes at each guest’s seat.

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Cakes by Gina created an absolute masterpiece of a bridal cake (and groom’s cake, too for that matter!) The bridal cake was an all-white cake with tonal floral detailing that tied in with not only the pattern on Madi’s dress but also the tonal floral pattern on the envelope liner. The cake was finished off with cascading fresh florals to bring in some blush and green tones. The groom’s cake incorporated all of Blake’s favorite things on an edible Yeti cooler, complete with Lonestar beer poking out the top of it. It was a work of art and almost too cool to eat — but that didn’t stop guests from enjoying the delicious cake inside!

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From the bride… Other than getting to marry the absolute love of my life, my two favorite details from our wedding day were our first dance and our exit! Our first dance was to “Sweet Symphony by Joy Oladokun and Chris Stapleton.” Halfway through our first dance, the DJ invited both of our parents onto the dance floor to join us. This was such a special moment for my husband and I getting to share our first dance as a married couple with the two married couples we look up to most.

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From the Bride… My next favorite memory was our exit! For about two years leading up to our wedding, my husband restored his first car, a CJ-7 Jeep. It was the sweetest time watching my husband put so much of his time and effort into restoring something so precious to him and then being able to drive away in it at the end of our wedding day. From the planner… The Jeep was a perfect photo-op spot for couple portraits, wedding party portraits, and even the photos that guests wanted to snap! It was dressed up with some florals to tie into the day-of design and was such a meaningful detail to honor the groom. Plus, it made for an epic exit with cold sparks at the end of the night!

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From the planner… the cocktail hour tent design was a favorite detail of ours — and ended up being a favorite detail of Madi’s too! We created a layout that balanced highboy tables with soft seating through both lounge sets and farmhouse tables. The mirror seating chart was the main focal point as guests entered the space and was finished off with a small ottoman and lush florals. Eyes were drawn up with the placement of the greenery chandeliers around the tent poles and the bistro lighting strung under the tent. We love how the intentional placement of the lounge sets allowed guests to gather in a more casual way, and the placement of the bar encouraged guests to move through the space. The sweeping views of the venue were the cherry on top, and the result was a comfortable, memorable gathering space for guests to mingle.

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A French Garden Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Summer Wedding

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Inspired by the picturesque backdrop of a coastal Hamptons retreat, Kali and Sam wanted their wedding to radiate with the serene beauty of monochromatic lime and apple greens, ice French blues, and soothing neutral tones. [/field]
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This multi-day event was a testament to their love inspired by their current life in Texas, their love of summers in the Hamptons, and a deep connection to their Jewish heritage. Every detail was meticulously curated, from the custom bridal gown delicately embroidered to the lavish apple green florals that adorned the venue. The showstopper was the Hidden Garden Oxford head table linen that added an extra layer of opulence to the affair. It was a celebration that seamlessly blended timeless elegance with coastal charm.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]In the heart of Austin, Kali Lang and Sam Raphael’s love story began one balmy September night in 2018. Kali, dining at La Griglia with her parents, crossed paths with their friend Suzy Landa, who saw destiny’s hand at play. Suzy, knowing Sam lived in DC, believed he was Kali’s perfect match.

A swift call from Suzy to Sam’s mother, Lynne Raphael, set the stage for a serendipitous encounter. Unbeknownst to them, destiny had already been in motion. Days earlier, Kali playfully asked her college friend Graham Shuping about tall, single men in DC. To her surprise, Sam, Graham’s best friend, was the answer.

Their hearts were already entwined when Lynne called Sam. Their first date was a revelation, sparking an undeniable connection. Love blossomed, laughter filled their days, and they embraced a journey guided by fate.

Sam proposed to Kali by the serene waters of Town Lake, where they then celebrated their engagement with family and friends.
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Kali’s journey to find the perfect wedding gown was a tale of serendipity and a sprinkle of magic. It began as a lighthearted excursion, with two bridesmaids, Alex and Leslye, and her sister, by her side, visiting the iconic Kleinfeld’s in New York shortly after their engagement. Later, Kali embarked on a more earnest dress-shopping adventure with her mother and sister in Houston, exploring five boutiques over two unforgettable days. Finally, the gown of her dreams unveiled itself at Brickhouse Bridal in Houston. Yet, Kali’s quest for perfection did not end there. Two weeks later, she returned with her bridesmaid and cousin to reconfirm that the chosen dress was the one, adding a touch of custom lace to the back—a detail that would make her heart sing on her special day.

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Ensuring that her bridesmaids looked nothing short of spectacular, Kali set four essential parameters for their dresses: a captivating ice blue color, elegant floor-length design, a preference for no strapless styles, and a resolute decision to steer clear of floral patterns or prints. With her vision clear, Kali skillfully matched the dresses with the venue and florals, resulting in a cohesive and visually stunning bridal party. The bridesmaid dresses from Mac Duggal, Show Me Your Mumu, Azazie, and Bex and Co. brought Kali’s dream to life.

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[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]In line with the wedding’s classic black-tie dress code, Sam and his groomsmen donned timeless black tuxedos. Aided by their astute photographer, they ensured each tuxedo was expertly fitted, ensuring a sharp and sophisticated look that would stand the test of time.[/field]
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Family was at the heart of Kali and Sam’s celebration, and they wanted their guests to feel the warmth of that connection. Choosing a Family-Style dinner service, the couple encouraged their loved ones to bond and share stories, just as they had shared many memorable dinners together. Royal Fig Catering, their chosen caterer, sourced the entire menu with organic ingredients locally from the Texas Hill Country, and paired those ingredients with an open bar. The aroma of tender ribeye steaks topped with chimichurri as an entree filled each guest’s nose with the essence of a beloved southern home.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The wedding was a floral paradise, with lavish arrangements that graced every corner. The couple didn’t want a standard green and white wedding because it didn’t fit their monochromatic French country garden aesthetic. Instead, they chose bells of ireland florals to make the greens much more vibrant and whimsical.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was a masterpiece inspired by family tradition. It had lemon cake tiers, adorned with fresh strawberry preserves in place of strawberry cream, paying homage to Texas’s rich culinary heritage. It also had a layer of sumptuous chocolate cake with chocolate ganache inspired by the bride’s grandmother’s secret recipe, adding an extra layer of sweetness to the celebration.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Love and wisdom flowed throughout the ceremony, with the parents and grandparents of the couple imparting their timeless insights during the Ketubah Ceremony. Vows were exchanged amidst golden hour photos and the jubilant horah dance. A 50+ person conga line to the electrifying tunes of Lizzo brought the dance floor to life.

Their DC friend Kaileen serenaded the couple with “You’ve Got the Love,” creating an unforgettable moment of tenderness. The groom’s best man, ever the prankster, surprised everyone by donning a banana suit when delivering the Bananarchy—a hilarious nod to their shared history.

As the night drew to a close, Kali and Sam shared their last dance as a newlywed couple, swaying to the beautiful melodies of “Diamonds and Gasoline” by Turnpike Troubadours. It was a wedding day filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories—a day that embodied the essence of a coastal dream come true.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Kali decided to give her something blue to her bridesmaids. Gifting each of her bridesmaids a blue eggshell leather jewelry box with their monogrammed initials in a stoney clover style. Each gift was waiting with a handwritten note from Kali for the ladies upon their arrival to the wedding venue.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Because Kali and Sam grew up in DC, they wanted to give their families a genuine Texas experience. They leaned all the way into southern culture for their rehearsal dinner, with the location, dress code, decor, and of course Texas barbecue for the meal.
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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The bride’s great uncle Richard (aka Dua Lipa Grandpa) received the surprise of a lifetime going on Jimmy Fallon and meeting Dua Lipa (video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHH69xT4vKw&t=11s)
To pay tribute to his love for Dua Lipa, they had a special moment for the band to play his favorite song at the wedding with a spotlight on him!

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A Fusion of Indian and Vietnamese Cultures in Texas’ Hill Country

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Color is an important aspect of both Indian and Vietnamese cultures, so we thought very carefully about our color palette and wanted to ensure that our wedding weekend was bright and vibrant (we even asked our guests to dress colorfully and refrain from wearing black). The color red is auspicious in both of our cultures, so it played a central role throughout our wedding weekend – from our save-the-dates and invitations to the bride and groom’s wedding outfits. For our two main events, the sangeet and the wedding ceremony/reception, we leaned heavily on color to create two distinct vibes.

For the sangeet, we leaned into a more dramatic and jewel tone color palette which was reflected in all aspects of the design from the furniture rentals to the dance floor to the florals to our outfits. For our wedding ceremony/reception, we leaned into a moody fall citrus color palette of reds, oranges, yellows, pinks and greens, which was especially evident in the floral design of our mandap, the centerpiece of our wedding ceremony.[/field]
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Sangeet Design: At the sangeet, we wanted our guests to feel like they had been transported into an all-night dance party where the music never stopped. The Sangeet had a color palette of purples, blues, golds, and pinks. The space was designed around a custom blue acrylic dance floor with a gold mandala pattern. The space was filled with coordinated lounge furniture in blue velvet accented with gold tables and gold carved arches. A ceiling installation of marigolds, carnations and miror umbrellas added to the dance party vibe. We wanted our wedding weekend to stand out from any previous Indian fusion wedding our guests had attended and also for it to feel true to who we are as a couple. For our wedding ceremony and reception, we wanted to create a day that honored important aspects of our Indian and Vietnamese cultures, the location in Texas Hill Country, and the fall season. We did this in small ways throughout the day including serving a family-style dinner inspired by all three cuisines at our reception and ensuring that all our guests could experience the magic of a Hill Country sunset through the magnificent windows at the Arlo during dinner. Our wedding planner Kate from Wild Sky Events was the true glue that held everything together and was the reason our vision came to life – we couldn’t have made any of this happen without her. From Kate at WSE: To design Trishla and VP’s vision the overall wedding design focused on a muted citrus fall color palette with pops of orange, red, pink, and neutrals. The venue is a neutral space and having a bright and modern color palette makes the design pop. Textures was the next main focus and we incorporated beautiful pattered neutral linens and textured china for the place setting. To complete the look we worked with Jolie and Co to create a custom signature stamp pattern in red and pink that was used on the menus, bar decor and seating chart. During the design process we were reviewed every detail to ensure it added to the design and didn’t detract from the overall space.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]We got engaged in October 2020 during a trip to Yosemite National Park with two of our friends. Although I chose all the hikes we did on the trip, VP kept the ring stashed in his backpack, waiting for the right place in the park to propose. When our group reached May Lake after hiking for a few hours, VP decided it was the perfect view for his proposal and sat down next to me to ask if I wanted to get married. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Since we were planning a lot of the wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic, it was difficult to go to India to do any wedding outfit shopping. Instead, I worked with Divya Agarwal of Studio D Dallas to source all of my outfits. When she first showed me the red lengha that I wore for my wedding ceremony, I knew I wouldn’t be able to find anything that matched it even in India. The embroidery was exquisite and the animal motifs at the bottom of the skirt were completely unique. We also sourced an amazing coordinating red sherwani for the VP’s wedding outfit from Ishan Sanghvi at Rivesse that was tailored to fit VP perfectly. Although I loved my classic red wedding lengha, nothing could beat how I felt in my silver, shimmery reception lengha, another outfit that I immediately fell in love with the first time Divya showed it to me. Silver is one of my favorite colors so that outfit combined with an amazing old-school Hollywood glamour hairstyle from Miranda at LoLa Beauty made me feel on top of the world.
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]For the food, we wanted a vegetarian menu that took inspirations from Indian, Vietnamese, and Southern cuisines. We shared Indian and Vietnamese recipes that we liked with the Contigo team, along with a list of ingredients that we loved (for example, mushrooms and okra). They took that input and created an amazing ensemble of creative dishes that celebrated our heritage in a subtle and accessible way. For the beverages selection, we wanted to highlight wines from Sonoma, a place of fond memories for us, and also celebrate local breweries and distilleries in Texas. Kate and the team at Specs did an amazing job at helping us curate the drinks menu the way we envisioned.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The overall wedding design focused on creating an muted citrus color palette filled with texture inspired by the fall season.

Jill from Layered Vintage creates pure magic with flowers. From our first meeting with her we knew she would be able to create floral arrangements that would make a lasting impression on our guests. Whether it was creating beautiful marigold arrangements hanging from ceilings and chandeliers, constructing the floral-forward mandap that we got married under, or creating beautiful bouquets for the tables and our wedding party, Jill did a great job sourcing so many gorgeous flowers that perfectly matched our color scheme for all of our events and brought our vision for the weekend to life. Our wedding planner Kate from Wild Sky Events also sourced some beautiful Vietnamese lanterns to hang over our reception dance floor.
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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]We had the most delicious chai-flavored wedding cake from Danae at Feathers and Frosting. We chose the chai flavor as a nod to my Indian heritage and one of my favorite drinks and as a subtle ode to the fall season. Danae and her team knocked it out of the park, and we had so many guests come up to tell us that it was the best wedding cake they had ever eaten. [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The day before the wedding, we did a special ceremony called a chura ceremony where a set of red and white bangles traditionally worn by a bride on her wedding day and for a period of time after her wedding are presented to the bride by her maternal uncle. I’m wearing my churas throughout all of my wedding weekend events. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]As a nod to both cultures of the bride and groom the installation above the dance floor incorporated traditional Indian wedding flowers of marigolds and carnations along with specially sourced Vietnamese lanterns. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The ceremony programs were beautifully designed by Jolie and Co and were a lovely keepsake for guests. [/field]
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A Modern Romantic Summer Affair In Texas

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Lexi and Josh chose whites, creams, peaches, and champagne throughout their floral design, invitations, and bridesmaid dresses. Some greenery filled the venue as well, especially hanging from the eye-catching chandeliers at The Arlo.

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Lexi and Josh’s summertime wedding in the hill country was filled with love, laughter, darling details, and so much dancing. The two met working a summer job as college students, so it was only fitting that they wed in the summertime, choosing a date that was exactly one year to the day since their beautiful, intimate engagement. The bride opted for an elegant satin gown with a full skirt and a pearl studded veil, drawing all eyes to her all night – with a little extra help from Lola Beauty. The groom chose a black tuxedo, matching Lexi’s romantic, classic style. Whites, pinks, and champagne (and not just the champagne tower!) were a constant throughout, aside from the colorful cocktails shaken up by Too Shay Spirits. The Arlo posed as the ultimate setting for a bright and airy wedding, with it’s large windows letting in the natural light that only emphasized the beautiful design planned out by the Ashley Nicole Affair team. From a custom invitation suite designed by their dear friend who owns Green Girl Design Co., to an incredible ceremony backdrop put together by Forsythia Florals, to a simple sweet cake baked by Feathers & Frosting, this local team of vendors creative a cohesive look that took “classic” to a whole new level . The Texas heat was no match for the heat of the party, with Blake from Premier Entertainment bringing the house down – keeping the dance floor full until the sparkler exit. As Lexi + Josh look back on this dream day, they can only keep saying how much they loved their vendor team and had so much fun working with each and every one of them.

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Josh turned to Lexi’s closest friends and family early in 2022 to plan the perfect, intimate proposal for his dream girl. Lexi’s best friend (and stationery designer) Liz got in contact with the lovely ladies of Camino Real Ranch since she loves them and their venue. They connected with Josh to rent the space for the proposal. Lexi’s sister (and maid of honor) Monica took the reins and decorated the greenhouse in light bright florals and tons of candles. When Lexi arrived, Josh had set up outfit options for her to change into, and a laptop with a video of all of her favorite people telling her why they love her, them as a couple, and how excited they are for her. Her best friends popped out to watch the video with her, and then send her on her way to Josh. The walk to the greenhouse seems so long, but she made it inside and saw Josh standing at the end smiling from ear to ear. He got down on one knee and asked her to marry him with the most gorgeous ring that they picked out together. She said yes (of course!) and the friends and family hiding nearby came in for hugs and to bring the couple champagne. Then, there was an extra surprise back home with an engagement party!

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Lexi didn’t go with her initial vision for her gown, which happens more often than not. After trying on dresses at three different shops, she found “the one” at a local bridal shop in the town over. She went more classic and satin, feeling like an actual princess in a fuller skirt and a more structured bodice. She paired the floor length gown with her “something blue” – some blingy strappy heels from Badgley Mischka – and simple pearl jewelry. Her pearl studded veil was everything and more to add onto this look!

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The bridesmaids wore all champagne gowns from SHow Me Your Mumu. Lexi let her girls pick which dress shape/style they felt most beautiful in, which always helps everyone look best in the photos! The girls paired their champagne dresses with nude heels and neutral glam beauty.

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Lexi & Josh searched for the perfect catering fit for them and landed on Vestals, who gave them meals with two different entrees. They worked with Shay of Too Shay Spirits (recommended by a friend) and she and her team made the most beautiful, delicious cocktails out of their adorable bar cart! The signature guava margarita – which Josh mixed up for Lexi for months and months before the wedding – was such a hit.

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Forsythia Florals brought Lexi’s floral vision to life with a larger than life bouquet and a beautiful ceremony backdrop that was later moved to create the ultimate head table look.

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The couple opted for a simple, vintage-styled cake for photos and cutting. Feathers & Frosting pulled it off perfectly, with an all white one-tiered cake and cute writing spelling out “just married”.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The pair printed a couple of “newspapers” just for detail photos, which were so fun to read the morning of while getting ready![/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Lexi got all of her bridesmaids matching peachy pink robes and fuzzy slippers to get ready in and take the sweetest photos together.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Josh had two “grooms-ladies” in his wedding party, who wore black Show Me Your Mumu gowns to tie in with the bridesmaids. [/field]
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Houston Garden Party Wedding With Unforgettable Ceremony Wallpaper

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Spring green, peach, bright pink, sky blue, marigold[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]With the idea to bring the outdoors inside, Caroline and James’ wedding day utilized a modern elegance to host their dream garden party — with unforgettable floral-infused ceremony decor. [/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Caroline and James’ memorable first meeting included western-themed attire and a sweet piglet. Caroline was helping organize a gala fundraiser, with that year’s theme being a Western bash. Due to a slight change of plans, James ended up being Caroline’s blind date for the evening. He arrived with a mutual friend and was introduced to Caroline at the pig race station while she was cradling a piglet! For their engagement, James organized an elaborate display of flowers at their home while Caroline was out getting a haircut. She arrived to find James dressed in a suit and was immediately treated to a surprise engagement party that night. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Caroline wore a stunning jacquard wedding gown by Romona Kaveza. “My wedding gown was Romona Kaveza from Casa de Novia. Going into wedding dress shopping, the one thing I knew was that I didn’t want it to be strapless. However, the Romona dress was the first one I tried on, and it was so spectacular I just fell in love with it. The detailing is so fun without being over the top. I probably tried on 60 other dresses around town *just to be sure* but I went with my gut and am so happy I did!”[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Caroline’s bridesmaids wore mismatched gowns in a variety of fresh greens.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]James wore a classic tuxedo from Q Clothier paired with Black Lucchese boots.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]After the formal dinner, late-night bites included brandy freezes, chicken tenders/fries with a condiment bar, and honey butter chicken biscuits.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The ceremony utilized neutral-toned florals and a unique display of dogwood branches. These branches appeared to extend from the unforgettable green and white wallpaper backdrop, which dated back to the 1960s. The couple stood in front of the elaborately mirrored mantle in a room hung with elegant crystal chandeliers. The River Oaks Country Club in Houston provided a casual-but-elevated space to transform the ballroom wedding into a garden oasis. Their reception focused on lively decor and a room that encouraged guests to mingle. This included an array of dinner tables set in comfortable lounge arrangements. A circular bar with a large light-up tree served as a focal point for the space. They even had a checkered peach-colored dance floor![/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The showstopping wedding cake featured four white tiers covered with a vibrant array of abundant florals.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]”Our first dance to ‘Kiss from a Rose’ by Seal! We took a few dance lessons but ended up choreographing the dance ourselves in our kitchen a few weeks before. We practiced every night and had it timed perfectly for the first 1.5 minutes of the song. Well, it turns out the band did an abridged version that wasn’t the first 1.5 minutes of the song, so we just went with it and had a blast even though our dance moves were not at all choreographed to the lyrics like we had planned.”[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Unique touches inspired by their custom floral monogram graced their invitation suites, bar signage, and cocktail napkins.

“I used illustrations from our invitation suite by Mesh by Alex and created/printed my own stickers for a variety of DIY details, including welcome bag packaging, stationery for our day-of letters to each other, gift wrap for parent presents, plastic cups (waterproof stickers were key), and chicken tenders/fries containers that were passed around for late-night bites!”[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]”For the rehearsal dinner, I wore my mom’s wedding dress from 1987! We took it to Jenny Kim Couture to remove the shoulder pads and make some other minor updates. It proved to be truly a timeless dress and was so special!”[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Caroline and James’ advice for couples? “Try to imagine yourself as a guest at your own wedding when planning. Make the logistics as easy as possible for them. Flow is very important – try to ensure guests are never waiting around for long periods of time, and always make sure they are fed and have a drink in hand — treat others how you want to be treated!”[/field]
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Fall Wedding at Addison Grove With Western Style

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Blush, beige, cream, neutral tones, rust orange and reds, orange, golden yellow, mustard

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My inspiration was drawn from wanting to combine modern boho with a western/rustic style and design. With our wedding being at the beginning of fall, it was a perfect opportunity to use a beautiful fall color palette. We also wanted to incorporate a lot of personal details throughout the day to make it more special for us and for our guests. Some of these details were the cowhide branding during the ceremony with our personal brand, personalized thank you notes, postcard guest book, and much more!

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My wedding gown was designed by Katy Corso and purchased from Blush Bridal Lounge in Austin,Texas. I fell in love with my gown because of its fit and uniquely textured fabric. It was a fitted gown with a sweetheart neckline and off-the-shoulder sleeves. I chose to pair a set of perl sleeves with the gown to make the whole look come together.

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Bridesmaids were given a color palette (Champagne, gold, neutral tones in satin fabric) and from there they had the freedom to choose any style dress they felt the most beautiful in!

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The groomsmen wore tan linen suits with a champagne tie and brown shoes/cowboy boots. Suits were rented suits from Men’s Warehouse.

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Our wedding’s florals were put together by the amazing Native Bloom, the onsite florist at the Addison Grove!! The florals are truly what brought my vision to life and helped to make our wedding as beautiful as it was. For my bouquet, I went for an organic, lush, floral-forward bouquet with lots of color. For the bridesmaid’s bouquets, we went for monochromatic arrangements so that each bridesmaid had their own unique bouquet and each was given out based on personality and what matched their dress the best! Overall, the florals helped bring our boho western vision together and brought so much color and life to the space while also complimenting the stunning Addison Grove venue.

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My favorite design element, besides the gorgeous florals, would have to be the cowhide seating chart. I had a vision for this seating chart for months and it was so great to work with my mom and husband to create such a beautiful focal point. Nate built the wooden arch for the cowhide to be hung on, I designed all the acrylic sheets in canva, and my mother (owner of the newly started business “Etch & Burn ATX”) etched out the designs with her laser etching machine.

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All of the wood signage (unplugged sign, bar sign, guest book sign, dessert menu, gift table sign), the seating chart, and name tags attached to the thank you cards were designed by the bride in canva and etched by her mother, owner of Etch and Burn ATX. The guest book was inspired by mine and Nate’s travels together so I created postcards from all the places we have been together for our guests to write a message on. For the favors, we gave away tic-tacs (a large part of our love story… Nate proposed with a box of tic tacs … and a ring!) and I (the Bride) designed and printed the labels, it was a group effort to put them all on the tic-tac boxes. I also hand wrote/drew all the table numbers and made the welcome mirror and “hello darling” mirrors with a cricut machine.

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The thing that helped me the most when choosing design elements for our big day was sticking to a single color palette, theme, and design while also staying true to what Nate and I loved without focusing too much on being trendy. From the beginning, we knew we wanted a modern western flare throughout the day so incorporating those elements in small pieces throughout the space really helped bring everything together.

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The First Kiss On A Ferris Wheel Inspired this Whimsical Meets Glam Estate Wedding

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]My vision for our wedding was whimsical meets modern glam. I also wanted to make sure the styles we chose were memorable and timeless. We decided to go with a softer color palette for a more romantic summer vibe and chose sage green, blush, ivory, and gold for our wedding colors.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]When I think about our wedding day, my heart is so full. I envisioned a summer evening of pure bliss, celebrating with our family and friends in a large estate that had everything we needed in one location. We wanted our ceremony to be heartfelt and intimate, our cocktail hour to be jazzy and soulful, and the reception to be a party! At the end of the night, we wanted our guests to leave smiling and full of joy, saying, “We wish we could do it all over again.”[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]My husband and I had our first kiss on the Great Wheel in Seattle, WA. So it was meaningful to us to incorporate that in some way on our wedding day, and our wedding planners made it happen! We had a custom gold Ferris wheel made paired with walls for guest escort cards on each side labeled, Come take a ride with us. Each escort card had a fun fact about our first kiss on the back.[/field]
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My wedding dress was everything! I chose a dress by Galia Lahav from Stanley Korshak Bridal Salon. It was couture, sexy, and glamorous, everything I wanted. So much so that I chose not to do a dress change.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The Bridesmaids each chose their own favorite style of blush pink that complimented their bouquets. I didn’t want anything to overpower or take away from the florals and decor, so I kept the dresses personalized and simple. Immediately following the ceremony, my bridal party danced with me into the reception space to Rihanna’s Work. [/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]My husband decided to go with a custom classic navy tux with a black lapel. He knew exactly what he wanted from the beginning. The groomsmen matched his look with each wearing customized socks with their signature nicknames printed on them.[/field]
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Vestals Catering did an incredible job with dinner. Dinner began with their signature seasonal salad with mixed greens, berries, and feta drizzled with Texas honey dressing. The main course was their choice of citrus grilled chicken or herb-crusted bistro fillet. Seasoned vegetables and roasted potatoes with fresh baguettes finished off the meal.

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Our florist, Wedfully Yours, created beautiful floral arrangements that included mixtures of white/cream floral types, greenery, textures, and touches of blush to create organic shape and interest. The chapel had several large floral installations that pointed everyone’s attention to the altar. The reception space had flowers dripping off of the sweetheart and cake table. Each guest table had a mixture of flowers and candles to create an elegant atmosphere but didn’t obstruct their view of one another during the reception.

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Our cake, made by Butterfly Cakery, was simply amazing. We had a 4 tier cake with Snickerdoodle and white mouse cake for the top 3 tiers and chocolate with chocolate mousse cake for the bottom tier. Custom decor details included smooth classic buttercream base coverage, fondant elements, petals, florals, stemmed sugar, and wafer paper florals with the cake wrapped in white tulle wrap.

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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Nick and I each spoke our vows to each other. We both shed tears during the ceremony because we were so filled with love and gratitude to have found one another. That moment of standing before all of our family and friends, sharing what our love meant, of making promises to continue to support and believe in one another, meant everything.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]I loved everything about our wedding day, but my favorite part of the wedding was dancing with our family and friends and seeing them have the best time on the dance floor! We swagged and surfed until we couldn’t anymore, and it was so much fun![/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]On the wedding day, pause, slow down, and take in everything. The day really does fly by, and it’s important to cherish and enjoy every moment and not stress about the little things. You want to be able to look back on your wedding day and know it was everything you’ve dreamed you wanted it to be.[/field]
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There were so many beautiful details that it’s so hard to choose. We got married at The Hillside Estate and the venue in and of itself is beautiful! We absolutely loved the design of our reception. From the sage green round monogrammed dance floor to our lush sweetheart table, our stunning wedding cake, and our incredible tabletop designs. All were designed and planned perfectly by our wedding planning team, Gathered Events.

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Never Before Seen Photos From Madison Prewett Troutt’s Dallas Wedding Day!

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Madi and Grant planned for a classic and timeless wedding. Their color palette included a lot of white and nuetrals.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]They chose to marry on Grant’s family’s estate. It was a black tie affair with 400 of their closest family and friends. It was beautiful to see the creative team completely transform the property to create an exceptional event. Madi always knew that she wanted a fall wedding and the last weekend of October in 2022 was the perfect time of year. [/field]
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Madi was in Florida with friends to what she thought was celebrate one of her friend’s birthdays. Grant was originally supposed to join the trip, but had said he was sick and could no longer make it. She fully believed that story and thought she was on a friend trip! One night when they had all gotten ready to go to dinner, instead of heading out, her friends led her to the resort bathroom where her mom and sisters were waiting for her with the dress that she was wanting to get engaged in. After she got dressed, Grant appeared and led her out to the beach where he had candles, flowers, and a Bible with her new name on it. He popped the question there at sunset on the beach of the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida. With the help of Whitney with Engaged Events, they then began to plan their dream wedding in 3 short months.

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Madi had two custom gowns from Nardos. Nardos also did her mother’s gown. They worked with Nardos herself to create the dresses of their dreams. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Madi is friends with Bridget of the–bar.com. The Bar provided all the gowns for the bridesmaids and Bridget was in attendance at the wedding. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Blue Fire Total Catering did the food for the event. Guests enjoyed a nice seated dinner while enjoying the ambience of the tent.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Something Pretty Floral worked with Madi to create a floral filled day that had people talking for months. The floral lined walkway of the ceremony was beautiful on the ground and even from the sky (see drone photos). The tent’s white floral looked beautiful both before and after the sun had set. White roses filled the tables, the tent’s hanging installation, and were pretty much in every direction you could see throughout the wedding day and reception. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Fancy Cakes by Lauren made the stunning cake which served as the center piece of the tent and was definitely a detail to remember. [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Jordan Kahn Orchestra served as the reception band and created an epic dance party for all the guests. Prewett and Troutt danced to “Set of 2” by Brandon Lake for their first dance song.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Madi and Grant’s family prayed over the couple during the ceremony. It was a beautiful moment to include during the ceremony. [/field]
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