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Rustic Texas Chapel Wedding

We can’t help but sing The Dixie Cups hit “Chapel of Love” while going through the gallery of this adorable chapel wedding. It’s all even sweeter when you learn the couple are getting married at the very same chapel the Bride’s grandparents wed in many years ago! Don’t miss any of the beautiful details captured by Mint Photography, which can be found in the full gallery right here.

From Mint PhotographyI loved the sweet, intimate and charming setting of this affair. The ceremony took place in a precious white chapel, so historic that the Bride’s grandparents got married in the same spot many, many years ago. With a setting so timeless and classic, Kristen and John Robert still managed to incorporate their quirky and unique personalities into the attire and details of the wedding. The colors were warm and rich and popped perfectly against the soft and romantic backdrop. I’m in LOVE with the florals done by one of my favorite florists in the Austin area, Clementine Floral Design. Their celebrations went late into the evening with dancing, laughter, and warm weather at their all open air evening reception. 

Photography: Mint Photography | Videography: Alamo HD Weddings | Event Coordination: Traditions Weddings And Occasions | Floral Design: Clementine Botanical Art | Wedding Dress: La Sposa | Ceremony Venue: First Baptist Church | Reception Venue: Villa Bonita | Bride's Shoes: Kate Spade | Makeup: Beauty By Christina | Groom's Attire: Indochino | Film Processing : Richard Photo Lab | Rentals: Sugar And Spice

Rustic Texas Camp Wedding

Weddings are filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments, a time when you proclaim your love for the world to witness. An amplified celebration, Maureen Riebel crafted this timeless day with romantic touches and camp-inspired bohemian glamour. From the Bride’s wildly elegant floral crown to their fairytale ceremony, Anne Marie Photography shared it all here!

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From the beautiful Bride… Our wedding was about sharing the special event with the people we love. That is why we chose Camp Waldemar and had a weekend event. I had been inspired by the location and wanted a romantic bohemian vibe. We had beautiful surroundings and they were amplified by the special touches. The flowers were a beautiful earthy mix of greenery,blooms, and texture. I loved how wild yet elegant they turned out. All of the decor fit the relaxed environment of the camp but added enough sophistication to set the romantic mood. We truly had a fairytale wedding.

Photography: Anne Marie Photography | Event Coordination: Elegant Events by Maureen | Floral Design: Clementine Botanical Art | Wedding Dress: Casablanca | Cake: Sophie's Bakery | Bridesmaids' Dresses: BHLDN | Catering: Absolutely Delicious | Lighting: Digital Music Productions | Ceremony Music: Kevin McCormik | Venue: Camp Waldemar | Reception Music: Digital Music Productions | Rentals: Aztec Events

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Sunset Desert Elopement Inspiration

It’s obvious that Kayla Barker has a way with the lens. Such a way that even the High desert look like magic, especially when combined with a crazy talented team of vendors like Bows And Arrows and East Six . It’s an inspiration shoot overflowing with golden light and one gorgeous gown (have you SEEN that embroidered back?!), and the gallery is the perfect place to swoon it all!

From Kayla Barker Fine Art PhotographyWhat better place to elope than in the white sand of the desert? This elopement inspiration shoot is sunkissed, glowing and incorporates the colors of the desert sunset in the beautiful flowers by Bows & Arrows. A beautiful lace back Claire Pettibone dress adds romance along with the candles in the sand that play off the gorgeous sunset. A simple and intimate table is set in the rolling desert sands with flowing lace and Silk & Willow runner. Wind, lace, sun and romance make up this unique and remote elopement inspiration.

Photography: Kayla Barker Fine Art Photography | Floral Design: Bows and Arrows | Invitations: East Six | Make-Up: Lets Face It Makeup Studio | Diamond Ring: Heidi Gibson | Dress Courtesy Of: The Dress Theory | Dress Designer: Claire Pettibone | Earrings: Kash Crystals | Model: Mattie Steger of Fit is Chic | National Park: Brazos Bend State Park | Ribbons & Scarf: Silk and Willow | Ring Box: The Mrs Box | Veil & Earrings: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart

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Whimsical Southern Spanish Moss Wedding Inspiration

I’m a Southern California girl myself, but I’ve always been a sucker for vintage romance and Southern charm, so when this stunning photo shoot came across my desk, I was thrilled. With unique floral pairings, the softest pastel color palette, and gorgeous silvery curtains of Spanish Moss framing it all,  this gallery from Mallory Gilani Photography will make you want to book a flight to The Lonestar State ASAP!

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From Heather Benge EventsNestled a few short miles outside of the hustle and bustle of Houston, TX is a gorgeous country side filled with southern spanish moss trees. We played off of the fairy tale feel of the trees and created a dreamy, whimsical styled shoot. For the bride and bridesmaid, we gave them a soft, flowy updo and a more neutral makeup look to really bring out the romantic vision we were after. From the hand calligraphy on the invitation suite to the hand painted wedding cake, I am pretty sure this styled shoot is what dreams are made of.

Photography: Mallory Gilani Photography | Wedding Planner: Heather Benge Events | Floral Design: Bramble & Bee | Cake: Whisk Bakery | Stationery: Artful Designs By Rachel Nieman | Hair & Makeup: Hey Lovely Makeup | Linens: House Of Hough | Rentals: Bourbon And Bloom Vintage Rentals | Wedding & Bridesmaid Dress: Damsel White Label

Elegant Indoor Dripping Springs Wedding

With the prettiest bouquets, a gorgeous Bride (in an equally gorgeous lace back gown!) and handsome Groom, and one of the cutest little churches we ever did see, there’s no way this wedding wouldn’t be a stunner. Loft Photography captured all the pretty (and fun!) for us right here, so take a peek and get lost in this dreamy affair.

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From Loft PhotographyJillian and David created a relaxed Texas wedding with understated elegance & romantic details. An intentional couple, a beautiful venue offering the perfect backdrop for friends & family to gather, a soft and dreamy color palette, Jillian’s stunning Enzoani gown, and the prettiest flowers are just a few of the things that we adore about this wedding. This pair cares for people and warmly welcomed all of their guests to a lovely hill country evening of dinner, drinks & dancing.

Photography: Loft Photography LLC | Event Planning: Uptown Events & Travel | Florist: Petal Pushers | Wedding Dress: Enzoani | Cake: HEB Blooms | Stationery: Bering's | Shoes: Designer Shoe Warehouse | Bridesmaids' Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: Pink Avocado | DJ: Greenbelt DJ | Grooms Attire: Canali | Groomsmen's Attire: Jos. A. Bank | Wedding Venue: Heritage House | Ceremony & Cocktail Hour Music: Divisi Strings | Earrings: Penny Preville | Getaway Vehicle: Austin Classic Limo | Grooms Shoes: To Boot NY | Hair & Make-up: Pearl Austin | Hair + Makeup | Ice Cream Bar: Amy's Ice Cream | Rentals: Heritage House | Table Settings: Hill Country Event Rentals

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Red + Gold Autumn Wedding in Austin

From using a cookbook as a guestbook to gifting Tiny Pies in mason jars as favors, this Austin couple made sure their personalities came through in their gorgeous fall wedding. 36th Street Events worked its magic, along with lush blooms from Petals, Ink. and cakes from Polka Dots Cupcake Factory, to make it an unforgettable celebration, and you can join in the fun right here!

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From the beautiful Bride… Sam and I were high school sweethearts and endured five years of long distance during college before he proposed on Town Lake with our rescue pit bull, Droopy. After celebrating our engagement with mimosas and french pastries, planning our dream wedding immediately became a true labor of love. We wanted our wedding to be a romantic representation of our hometown, Austin, and infused natural colors, metallics, different textures, and pops of bold hues in the floral design to bring our vision to life.

We were working on a budget, so every weekend I would go out with my mom and sisters to look for one-of-a-kind finds that wouldn’t break the bank, like the votives from our local grocery store and the head table linen from Jo-Ann Fabrics. We also re-purposed a lot of things we already owned, like the picture frames that held keepsake photos of our families, rustic lanterns – and my sister even made a lot of our desserts! I even hand-wrote all of our escort cards. However, my favorite DIY project that we took on was sponging gold paint on what felt like hundreds of orange and white pumpkins to display throughout the wedding.

Sam and I also wanted to inject our personalities into the wedding, and we found creative ways to do so. Our guest sign-in book was a cookbook since Sam and I love to cook together…. we had our guests write something special next to their favorite recipes! Our signature drinks were Moscow Mules and White Russians (the Dude abides), and we also chose to do tiny pies in mason jars as our wedding favors – a nod to our love of Southern sweets and our laid back lifestyle.

Our ceremony and reception were on the mosaic-stoned terrace at One World Theatre, and Sam and I said our vows at sunset with our closest friends and family looking on.  It was truly an emotional, personal, and ethereal experience.

From 36th Street EventsKylie met Sam in a high school physics class. He was the class clown and she was the studious type. Fast-forward five years through a long distance relationship and you can imagine Sam on one knee in the middle of the hike and bike bridge where Kylie loves to run.

These two hopeless romantics continued the element of surprise throughout their wedding by scheming with DJ Byrne Rock to surprise Kylie’s mom with a special “first dance”. Her parents had eloped 25 years earlier and never had a formal wedding, or a first dance. There wasn’t a dry eye in the room as the Bride’s parents danced to a favorite song by a local artist named Jimmy LaFave.

The ceremony took place on a mosaic-stoned terrace overlooking the Texas hill country, where the Bride and Groom graduated from high school sweethearts to lifelong lovers. Kate Anfinson Photography was there to capture every intimate moment.

The focus on romance was continued through the reception floral design expertly styled by Petals, Ink. Floral Artistry. Lush deep red and purple blooms complemented small pumpkins and metallic accents as a dreamy nod to the upcoming holiday. Later in the evening guests were invited to experience the Bride and Groom’s love of Southern sweets and a laid-back lifestyle with a variety of seasonal pies in mason jars.

The 36th Street Events planning team was beyond thrilled to bring all these details together for what shaped up to be every pumpkin latte-drinking romance-loving bride’s dream come true!

Photography: Kate Anfinson | Event Planning: 36th Street Events | Floral Design: Petals, ink. | Wedding Dress: Serendipity Bridal | Cupcakes: Homemade By Bride's Sister | Stationery: The Stationery Bakery | Shoes: BHLDN | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Anthropologie | Catering: Pink Avocado | DJ: Byrne Rock | Wedding Favors: Tiny Pies | Groom's Attire: Jack Victor | Officiant: Hill Country Officiant | Wedding Venue: One World Theatre | Bride & Bridal Party Hair: Adore Makeup Salon | Bride & Bridal Party Makeup: Adore Makeup Salon | Bride And Groom's Cakes: Polkadots | Bridesmaids' Belts: Anthropologie | Ceremony And Cocktail Hour Music: Hill Country Strings | Chalkboard Program And Easel: HEB Blooms | Escort Card: Hobby Lobby | Father Of The Bride's Attire: Jack Victor | Flower Girls' Dresses: Amazon | Groom And Groomsmen's Ties: Dillard's | Head Table Linen: Joann Fabrics | Lounge Pillows: Home Goods | Moroccan Lanterns: Home Goods | Mother Of Groom's Attire: Nordstrom | Mother Of The Bride's Attire: Saks Fifth Avenue | Pumpkins: Whole Foods Market Preston | Rentals: Marquee Event Rentals | Table Numbers: Timeless Things | Votives: HEB Blooms | Wooden Lounge Furniture: One World Theatre

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Winter Glam Wedding with Navy + Sequins

This wedding, m’dears, has got us dreaming of richly hued bouquets and gorgeous golden evenings. Graced with a fabulous palette of navy and berry tones, this gold glam wedding from the lens of Dana Fernandez is sure to delight. Filled with sequins, royal Laura Hooper Calligraphy, and saturated tones, this fête proves to be the perfect blend of youthful fun and sophisticated glamour. More here!

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From Ashley from Two Be WedAllie was the ideal client, she selected a fabulous color palette and let us loose on her style and design! We settled on a winter glam wedding with a palette of navy, gold and lush berry tones. With navy as a neutral, we really pushed the envelope with the gold glam accents – sequin linens, grand vessels and a head table fit for royalty. For floral, a lush mix of saturated winter berry tones atop of gold candelabras and pedestals, and reserved pops of pink for the bridal bouquet. The cakes took the stage atop of navy sequin linens (never too many sequins!) surrounded by candlelight. Allie was stunning in a lace gown for the ceremony and a youthful blush tulle dress for the reception. The couple was young in love but oh so stylish – it was a perfect blend of youth and glamour with a sophisticated touch.

Photography: Josh & Dana Fernandez | Videography: Green Leaf Films | Florals: Flower Power Productions | Wedding Gown: M2 Milan Bridal | Cakes: Who Made The Cake! | Invitations: The Paper Source | Makeup + Hair: Hey Lovely Makeup | Calligraphy: Nib And Pixel | DJ: Unique Style Productions | Ceremony Music: Third Floor Strings | Blush Reception Dress : M2 Milan Bridal | Bridal Shoes: Caparros | Bride And Groom Sign: Laura Hooper Calligraphy | Ceremony + Reception: Chateau Polonez | Linens: House Of Hough | Planning + Design: Two Be Wed

Romantic New Year’s Eve Wedding

When it comes to seriously fun + seriously gorgeous weddings, this sweet New Year’s Eve affair reigns supreme.  Think two of the cutest high school sweethearts you will ever meet (truly) tying the knot in a vintage meets boho party that is the definition of pretty.  From the beautiful blooms from Petals Couture to the breathtaking captures from Cassidy Carson.  See it all in the full gallery.  

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From The Bride…When I met Grant at fifteen years old, I had no idea he would someday be my husband.

I met Grant at orientation the summer before my sophomore year of high school. I was nervous meeting so many new people, but when I met and locked eyes with Grant, I immediately felt at ease. His long curly hair was messy, and his green eyes sparkled with joy. Can you tell I was enamored?

I was so surprised by my feelings and how pulled I felt towards this guy that I completely forgot his name. When I got home, I told my mom that I had met someone so different and so wonderful. “What’s his name??” she asked, naturally. “Well, I don’t know.” One step at a time, I guess.

It only took about 8 weeks before Grant asked me to be his girlfriend, and our love story began full force. I’ll admit, our relationship for the next year or so was purely built on how big of a crush we had on one another. Our personalities were so different, and it made spending time together so much fun. It was probably during my senior year of high school that I realized Grant was more to me than a boyfriend, he was becoming my best friend. He knew my insecurities, successes, failures, and he still seemed crazy about me.

When it came time for college, we made the decision to stay together, but also to allow one another to grow as individuals into the people God was equipping us to be. This decision made all the difference in our relationship, and I believe it’s the reason we were able to date for over 6 years before we were married.

For our wedding, Grant and I really wanted the décor and the night’s events to reflect the love and gratitude we felt for all the friends and family that supported and prayed us through 6 years of dating. Because Grant and I have very different personalities, we knew our wedding would be eclectic.

Grant loves when events are classy but fun, and I love all things vintage and boho. Because we knew we wanted to get married in December, we decided on an evening New Year’s Eve wedding. For all the gold and colors we wanted to incorporate into the evening, I knew we needed a unique venue that also left us with a clean slate to work with. The outdoor/indoor vintage Mckinney Cotton Mill was an easy decision.

Our décor at the old mill reflected deep jewel tones and vintage gold. Every bit of our wedding day between the deep red flowers, clocks on every table, and the amazing band that kept us all dancing into the New Year, reflected Grant and I’s journey and relationship.

It was a celebration of our friends and family, our relationship, and most importantly of God’s amazing grace and love for us all.

Photography: Cassidy Carson Photography | Videographer: HMH Productions | Coordination: Events By Shelbi Rene | Florist: Petals Couture | Wedding Dress: JLM Couture, Inc | Cakes: Delicious Cakes | Jewelry: Bride's Own | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Alfred Sung | Caterer: Two Sisters Catering | Band: Downtown Fever | Groom's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Transportation: Transportation Solutions | Wedding Venue: Mckinney Cotton Mill | Furs: Macy's | Headpiece: Petals Couture | MUAH: Emily Sinha | Photo Booth: ShutterBooth

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Elegant + Organic Garden Inspired Engagement

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

From Gro DesignsThis shoot was inspired by the cascading floral and soft spring colors!

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

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

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

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Sweet + Simple Austin Brunch Wedding

There’s something so perfectly sweet about a brunch wedding, but factor in the beautiful old church, a glowing Bride plus a Groom in uniform, and you’ve got a recipe for perfection. It’s a true family affair captured by Kristen Kilpatrick, and to top if all off? A three-tiered cinnamon roll flavored wedding cake made my the bride’s best friend. Yes, please!

From Kristen KilpatrickSometimes when a wedding ceremony is so incredibly special and soul filling, it then becomes hard to put into words, which is why the little details and small moments throughout the day play such an important role for telling the sory of the day. Luisa and Even first met during the second grade in their small hometown of Elgin, Texas. After highshcool graduation the two lost touch and in 2012 rekindled their flame. From my very first client meeting with Luisa, she made it completely clear that she wanted the ceremony to be God glorifying and centered on the true meaning of marriage. Luisa also wanted to plan a wedding that was small and intimate, so that she best felt surrounded by family and Christ. This stunning bride couldn’t have asked for a more romantic, sincere, or gorgeous day! Having the entire family able to attend was important to Luisa and Evan, so they decided to go with a brunch themed noon wedding in order to assure everyone made it home safely by evening. They chose to have their wedding at Mercury Hall in Austin, Texas.

The twelve o’clock sunshine seeped through the stain glass windows of the old refurbished Church and completely lit up the ceremony site with the most breathtaking natural light. Upon entering guest mingled and gathered around a table that had old pictures of the bride and groom framed about. The love these two shared for each other couldn’t have been any more evident. Once they signed the guest book, guest found their seats and began listening to soft strums of a guitarist.

Soon after Luisa walked down the isle and dropped the jaws of many as her inner beauty radiated throughout the room. Her effortlessly elegant “up do” and simple diamond drop earrings paired together perfectly, giving her the look of a timeless classic bride.

This elegant couple got married in front of an old fireplace that was covered in fresh garden roses as well as other beautiful flowers with vintage candle holders placed throughout. During the ceremony Luisa and Evan shared communion and prayer together then sealed their covenant with a kiss! With family being so important to Luisa, she had her florist use her great grandmothers vintage mason jars for some of the table centerpieces. Guest enjoyed a seated and relaxed Texas style BBQ lunch and close friends made speeches that brought tears to all!

The brunch aspect was heightened when Luisa and Evan cut into their three-tiered cinnamon roll flavored wedding cake, created by the bride’s best friend and bridesmaid. Vintage china was used to serve the cake and coffee. Luisa brought forth elements of a modern bride to her wedding by incorporating pops of pink vibrant hues to her florals, which added a nice cheerful color to her images. The newlyweds were sent off with a flower toss and lots of love from family and friends. The love Evan and Luisa share was such a blessing to witness, much less capture.

Photography: Kristen Kilpatrick | Planner: Soireebliss! Events | Floral Design: Zinnia and Company | Wedding Dress: Justin Alexander | Makeup: Nisa Nicole Makeup Artistry | Hair: Path Salon | Venue: Mercury Hall | Ceremony Backdrop: Loot Vintage Rentals

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Butterfly Ballet Boudoir Session

Did y’all take ballet lessons when you were younger? I did for a couple years and my favorite part was most definitely twirling in my tutu (instead of doing what I was supposed to). It’s the exact memory that came to mind upon seeing these dreamy images from Archetype. It’s that little girl ballet all grown up and transformed into one of the prettiest boudoir shoots you ever did see.

From ArchetypeMoody, organic bridal boudoir shoot for a bride with whimsical style. The utterly romantic lace and ethereal tulle skirt set the tone for a dreamy collection of images.

“Let us spend our lives chasing the tiny moments of grace that hide in borrowed breaths, stolen glances, and the last instant before smiling lips come to rest.” -Tyler Knot Gregson

DIY insider tip: I made the skirt myself using three layers of silk tulle over two layers of the heavier nylon tulle. Follow online directions to color mix dye for the desired tones of blue. Stitched all layers into a gathered waist bound by a satin bias cut ribbon.

Photography: Koby Brown Photography | Hair And Makeup: Jenni Reed | Blue Silk Lace Ruffle Panty: Oh Lulu | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Film Scans: Richard Photo Lab | Lace Dress: Gossamer | Lace Teddy: ruby lane | Model: Valentina | Ribbon: Silk and Willow | Ribbon: Silk and Willow | Setee: Bourbon And Bloom Vintage Rentals | Stylist: Koby Brown Photography | Vintage Robe: Gossamer

Miss USA Says “I Do” in a Glamorous Ballroom Affair

Take former Miss USA, Crystle Stewart, her very dapper groom and a breathtaking Chateau Cocomar ballroom and the result is one of the prettiest weddings in SMP history.  Think towering florals from Plants N’Petals, a luxe reception fit for royalty and some of the sweetest moments between husband and wife you will ever see.  Soak in every second of pretty captured by Select Studios right here

From Select StudiosCrystle and Max’s wedding was one we were absolutely looking forward to shooting! We’ve had the honor of working with Crystle before when she held the title of Miss Texas USA in 2007 and then went on to win Miss USA the following year. She now stars in the Tyler Perry sitcom fittingly titled “For Better or Worse” on the OWN Network. Max is a Belgian-born model who set the bar extremely high when he proposed to Crystle, after a surprise helicopter ride, in front of friends and family who wore t-shirts that read “True Love is Crystle Clear”. The couple celebrated their nuptials in front of 320 guests at Chateau Cocomar in August and it was truly a fairytale!

Photography: Select Studios | Event Planning & Design: Cocomar Ladies | Floral Design: Plants 'N Petals | Wedding Dress: JLM Couture, Inc | Cake: Edible Designs By Jessie | Reception Venue: Chateau Cocomar | Catering: Cafe Natalie | Makeup: Gaspar Cruz Cosmetics

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Bohemian Desert Boudoir Session

There’s nothing quite like a simple, raw backdrop for a boudoir shoot. My favorites are always those where the location lets a Bride’s beauty shine, and in this case, the Marfa desert sure did set the stage for Tamara Gruner’s utterly romantic captures. Belle Soul Weddings added their touch to this intimate shoot and the result is alluring beyond words.

From Tamara Gruner PhotographyIn the vast expanse of a beautiful desert our soon to be bride enjoyed the warmth of the moment. With so many expectations for the day she started the day adorning herself with delicate textures. She spent the rest of the morning strolling and enjoying the wilderness. She wore a BHLDN bridal robe to create the intimacy of the day. I was delighted to capture these amazing moments with her in this scenic beauty that is Marfa.

Photography: Tamara Gruner Photography | Event Design: Belle Soul Weddings | Floral Design: Belle Soul Weddings | Calligraphy: Nib And Pixel | Bridal Robe (long): Anthropologie | Bridal Robe (short): BHLDN | Candle & Candle Holder (Window Sill): Pottery Barn | Candle & Candlesticks: Vieux Interiors | Earrings: Joseph Keith | Film Processing: Richard Photo Lab | Geode: Moonlight Gemstones | Gold Shoes: Anthropologie | Perfume & Silver Tray: Anthropologie | Rose Gold Ring: Brian Gavin Diamonds | Silk Ribbons: Of The Earth | Stool & Lantern: Pottery Barn | Veil: Casa de Novia Bridal Couture

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Modern Texas Clubhouse Wedding

When you work in the “industry” … wedding industry that is, your own special day can be nothing short of amazing. Luckily, for this lovely bride, she had a so much help from friends, that every detail of this modern Texas wedding was picture perfect. With the help of Statue of Design & snaps from Rachael Hall Photography, you won’t want to miss a moment from this special day here!

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From Rachael Hall PhotographyReba and Ryan are a remarkable couple. I knew Reba as a fellow wedding industry colleague; she is an amazing event planner with such an eye for design. This wedding was a family affair, in that several of us: Sweet August Events, Rachael Hall Photography and 2tarts Bakery, all good friends, worked together to create an unforgettable wedding for one of our own.

I couldn’t have been more excited to bring Reba and Ryan’s vision of their wedding day to life. They met in the Texas State Marching Band and carried the theme of music and their mutual love of Disney throughout their very stylish, modern wedding. Reba’s father passed away very unexpectedly a few years ago, and she is extremely close to her mother, Amy. It was important to Reba for me to reflect that in photographs.

The day was absolutely perfect with a bright blue Texas sky, and Reba looked radiant in her gown. Ryan’s uncle is a Catholic priest and had the special honor of performing their wedding mass. Reba’s friend and boss, Katherine Lopez, who owns Sweet August Events, did a phenomenal job of transforming The Landmark Loft Clubhouse into a vision of modern design. From laser-cut mirrors which listed the seating chart, to Ghost Chairs and signs on each table containing the title of a Disney love song and the amazing, lush florals and succulents provided by Statue of Design, Reba and Ryan’s wedding was breath-taking. 2tarts Bakery did their gold standard work by providing a crisp, modern palette of desserts in grey and white with bold accents of emerald.

From the beautiful Bride… From the day Ryan asked me to marry him I knew I wanted our day to be incredible and I needed to find the most incredible people to make it happen. Our vendors brought our vision to life, Katherine Lopez with Sweet August Events, my boss, made sure that every detail was perfect and exactly what I asked for. Rachael with Rachael Hall Photography captured the true essence of the magical day. With such a wonderful group of vendors who I work with on a daily basis I knew the day would be perfect, and it was.

I had always dreamed of getting married at Walt Disney World but our theme of Modern Romance seemed to fit our relationship perfectly and so course we had to throw in small touches of Disney wherever we could. My absolute favorite part of the day was standing in our reception space with my husband and looking around at beautiful décor that we designed and imagined together. At that moment surrounded by our family and closest friends we felt truly at home and overwhelmed with happiness.

Photography: Rachael Hall Photography | Videography: Miguel And Joe Photography | Event Planning: Sweet August Events | Floral Design: Statue of Design | Wedding Gown: Celebrations | Cake: 2tarts Bakery | Invitations: Girl General | Ceremony Venue: Sts. Peter And Paul Catholic Church | Reception Venue: The Landmark | Bride's Shoes: Toms | Bridesmaids' Shoes: Toms | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | Hair And Makeup: Landmark Salon | Lighting: DPC Media | DJ: Complete Music | Groom's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Groomsmen's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Ceremony Music: Silver Voices | Rentals: Luxe Event Decor

Classic Houston Wedding in the Julia Ideson Library

I think it’s safe to say, no one does classic quite like Texas.  So take a gorgeous setting like the Julia Ideson Library and add the fab stylings of Keely Thorne Events, plus lush florals from Events In Bloom and luxe golden hues and it’s one of the prettiest days you’ll ever lay your eyes upon.  See all of the traditional lovely captured by Kelli Elizabeth Photography right here.

From Kelli ElizabethMichelle & Scott got married at an old historic Library. Nestled in downtown Houston, this historic gem was built in 1926, with classic architecture. The setting was a perfect juxtaposition of urban life, and southern romance. To keep a natural feel, we used bay leaf garland to not deter from the gorgeous setting. Bistro lighting brought their foodie love of adorable cafes into the main study hall. Using vintage polaroid cameras and books from her family’s library brought a personal chapter to their wedding story.

As the bride works for an advertising firm, she worked on all the design and signage for their wedding in-house, and they looked amazing! The groom incorporated his fun sense of humor with his fourth of July themed socks and Wayfarers for him and his groomsmen. For wedding favors, the couple made their homemade spice blend in jars for everyone to take home. Each one labeled “The Perfect Blend.”

Photography: Kelli Elizabeth | Videographer: Dallas Edison | Event Planning: Keely Thorne Events | Floral Design: Events In Bloom | Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier | Cake: Who Made The Cake! | Cupcakes: Crave | Ceremony Venue: St. Anne's | Reception: Julia Ideson Library | Reception Venue: Julia Ideson Library | Bride's Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Bridesmaid Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: Cordua Catering | Hair & Makeup: Hues By Heather | Lighting: Intelligent Lighting Design | Band: Blind Date | Groomsmen Suits: J.Crew | Getaway Car: Monarch British Limousines | Invitation Design/Custom Logo: Bunny And Bear Paper

“Will You Be My Flower Girl?” Shoot

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

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

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

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

Colorful Garden Soiree

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

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

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

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

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

My dad made an antler chandelier that we hung over our cake table which was stunning. We also had a very good friend play live music and sing for our first dance. My dad came and personally hung the stained glass that made up the alter piece the day of the wedding.We plan to hang the stained glass in our home after the wedding.

Our head table seated almost 40 people and was spectacular with candles, flowers and antlers going down the entire length.

Being a daddy’s girl I would say my favorite moment was having my father walk me down the aisle.

Photography: Sarah Kate, Photographer | Event Planning: DFW Events | Floral Design: Stems Of Dallas | Wedding Dress: Carolina Herrera | Cake: Elana's Cakes | Ceremony Venue: Marie Gabrielle | Reception Venue: Marie Gabrielle | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Hair And Makeup: Elan Makeup Studio | Lighting: Beyond Lighting | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals

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Elegant Garden Wedding in Hill Country

There are romantic weddings and then there is this: a drop-dead gorgeous Hill Country affair that is bursting with some of the most stunning details you have ever seen.  Imagine a straight from Versailles vibe with lush garden party-inspired blooms from Last Petal, a soft, pastel color palette and the beauty stylings of Belle Mariee.  See every breathtaking image captured by Mint Photography in the full gallery.

From Mint Photography… Melanie and Frank’s wedding took place at one of the most unique venues in the Austin area, Le San Michele. We love the mix of architecture and nature that this venue provides. Melanie’s bridal style was impeccable. She looked beyond elegant. The whole day was styled impeccably, and this couple was the sweetest – we couldn’t be happier to have been a part in capturing everything!

From the Bride… Leading up to our day took a lot of planning. Our first objective was to find that perfect venue for a garden wedding. We knew that we wanted something timeless and vintage, but finding the right kind of venue was a task. We decided on a venue that best described Versailles meets Sante Fe. We love to travel and lived abroad, so the atmosphere that was created fit our personalities and lifestyle perfectly. We rented various lounging areas that set up the relaxed vibe but something that matched our colors, which were blush and lavender. My husband made our seating chart which was a peg board made into a door. Our guests picked a key and then found their table, in which laid a matching door knob. He is so handy! We did have limited floral arrangements; we only really used them for our arch way, centerpieces and of course boutonnieres. To save money the flowers were primarily seasonal and color coordinated. I mixed my bouqet with succulents which my husband and I fell in love with. If I were to give any advice in planning this theme is to have very subtle accents of color and decor.

Photography: Mint Photography | Floral Design: Last Petal | Bakery: Coco Paloma Desserts | Ceremony Venue: Le San Michele | Reception Venue: Le San Michele | Hair & Makeup: Belle Mariee | DJ: Hill Country DJ | Bridal Gown: Inbal Dror | Coordinating: Your Wedding Your Way | Rentals: Bee Lavish Vintage Rentals

Romantic Picnic Surprise Proposal

Are you ready to see the sweetest proposal? I’m not just talking about those perfectly pink macarons or even those lovely pastel blooms, no m’dears because this surprise proposal is all that and so much more. With a plan laid out, this darling duo set out for a picnic styled shoot that turned proposal, and with Dana Fernandez Photography behind the lens every happy tear is waiting for you, here!

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From Dana Fernandez Photography … Two weeks before the proposal, our nephew, Matthew, told us that he was going to propose to his girlfriend Ashley! We were so ecstatic! We immediately offered to secretly capture everything. His original idea was to go for a walk along Houston’s Buffalo Bayou and lead her to a random picnic, which is where he would propose!

As we got closer to the date, I started to think about the fact that Ashley would probably want to be dressed up and looking her best, especially since every moment would be captured. So, about a week before, I came up with an idea to still do the original picnic but to make it appear to be a styled shoot.

Thanks to the amazing vendors, Blush and Vine, Hey Lovely Makeup, and Buttercup, we were able to put our scheme together in just a few short days! The day before, I called Matthew and Ashley acting like I had a styled shoot and told Ashley that the models got sick. I asked if she could fill in last minute and since it was a “styled shoot”, Ashley was to dress up and have her hair and makeup done.

Everything down to the last detail was absolute perfection! We even used a blanket that Matthew had custom made with pictures of them together over the past couple of years and also Matthew’s parents’ wedding flutes for the champagne. Ashley was completely surprised and everything turned out so beautifully!

Photography: Josh & Dana Fernandez | Videography: Josh & Dana Fernandez | Planner: Two Be Wed | Florals: Blush and Vine | Engagement Ring: Deville Fine Jewelry | Makeup and Hair: Hey Lovely Makeup | Baker and Calligrapher: Buttercup Bakery | Engagement Ring Holder: Billy Ella | Lab: The Find Lab | Styling & Concept: Josh & Dana Fernandez

Classic Ballroom Wedding

It goes without saying: classic ballroom beauties never go out of style.  Especially when that ballroom affair is rich in garden-inspired details, lush blooms and sweet pink and gray hues.  All crafted by a talented team of Texas vendors, including Bella Flora Of DallasLa Tavola and Emily Clarke Events, this, loves, is Southern ballroom done oh-so-right.  See it captured by Sarah Kate right here. 

From the Bride… Of course, like every girl out there I had a vision of how my wedding would look- from my dress to the flowers to the china on the table- and it was definitely a strong vision! However, I never thought that would include a Yankee husband who I met while we were both in scrubs working at a hospital on the west side of Chicago. Nick and I fell in love almost instantly and one quick year later, he proposed while we were hiking with the prior love of my life, my dog Oliver. Because of our jobs, we spent our entire engagement year living in different cities; I was finishing my residency training in Chicago and Nick was starting his in Pittsburgh. We knew that it wasn’t going to be a typical fairy tale engagement, not only because we would miss each other tremendously but also because we couldn’t be together to plan the wedding. I always dreamed of getting married in Dallas because it’s home to me, and Nick was excited to bring his family and friends down South for the celebration. We chose July 5th for the wedding date because it was one of the first weekends we would finally be together, and we felt that the three-day weekend would make traveling easier for all of our loved ones. With that in mind, we wanted a venue where our guests could enjoy the July 4th holiday and survive the Texas summer. From the pools to the golf course to the spa, the Four Seasons Las Colinas was the perfect setting.

I loved the idea of an outdoor-tented wedding reception- very classic, very “Town and Country”. After speaking with my parents and Nick, our concern was the heat would be too much for our guests to enjoy themselves. So our concept was to recreate that classic garden wedding feel inside the ballroom at the Four Seasons. Working with our florist, Cesar, was a dream and he instantly “got” what we were trying to do. That’s when the idea of bringing live towering trees into the ballroom came to be. I wanted the flowers to be mostly whites and blush tones, bringing in color only through the natural, free flowing greenery and leaves. Crisp ivory linens were the perfect backdrop for garland running down the center of the head table and Sevres China throughout the room. The black-and-white checkered dance floor finished off the timeless look. Not too over-the-top; tailored and elegant.

My favorite moment of the night (aside from saying my vows- because that was incredible!)- was being able to sit down at such a beautiful table with such delicious food surrounded by everyone we love most in the world. Nick says that was his favorite moment too, but I’m suspicious it was actually the chicken biscuits with gravy and spiked chocolate milkshakes we served just before the night ended!

Photography: Sarah Kate, Photographer | Floral Design: Bella Flora of Dallas | Church: Perkins Chapel | Make-up: My Fabulous Faces | Lighting: Beyond Lighting | Venue: Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Planning: Emily Clarke Events | Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals