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Old Glory Ranch Wedding from j. cota photography

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From Southern Charm Photography… I wanted something that captured a slightly more moody side of love, not the rainbows and glitter side that we see everywhere, but something more reminiscent of The Great Gatsby. So in the end, these were the set-ups I went with, something with a little glitz, but just enough art deco to take you back a couple of decades.

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Photography: Southern Charm Photography + Minerva House Photography | Event Styling: Southern Charm Photography | Hair + Makeup: Elice Regini | Models: Justin + Audra Kurtz

Sometimes it’s crazy to me that a wedding, a gorgeous wedding no less, can be planned in less than six months. I know it can. I planned mine in five. But when one like this Old Glory Ranch soiree comes along and I read that it was planned in four months… I’m floored. Every time. Every detail j. cota photography captured was so stunning that I’m actually amazed that it all came together so quickly. And so fabulously. Click here to see the whole day!

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Dallas Wedding from Lindsey Shea Photography, Branching Out + Sweet Pea Events

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From the lovely bride … We have all heard the saying, “Timing is everything!” and in our story that was exactly the case. Our best friends married each other twelve years ago where we first met at their wedding, however, our journey together did not start until seven years later. After several years of dating, my husband proposed on New Years Day up on top of the mountains in Colorado at sunset, and yes, he caught me off guard! I had expected it to happen New Years Eve or perhaps earlier in the day when he surprised me for a train ride on Silverton Express. To be honest I was gazing out the window after the train on the car ride back to the cabin where I thought we were now just headed to pack up and fly out in morning and my heart was disappointed. I was trying to figure out a way to stay in Colorado because I knew there were many friends and family waiting back home to hear the “news” and I thought I didn’t have any to give them. In my mind the trip was over and meanwhile Sloan was in the driver seat trying to time the sunset and kill time to wait for the picture perfect moment, and it was.

After I was able to stop staring at the ring on my finger, it was time to plan our wedding. We knew we did not want a long engagement and I had the venue Old Glory Ranch in my mind because of the family river cabin we had during my childhood in Wimberley. To our surprise they had a date still open and I was convinced we could plan this in just four months. We were both drawn to the outdoorsy feel of Old Glory and loved the rustic décor and setting, yet did not have to compromise on an ounce of class. It was important to our faith and values to be married in a Chapel and the beauty of what they had to offer blew us away.

I love neutral colors and I am known to be simple in style, so I wanted to carry this look throughout the wedding. With such a beautiful outdoor setting for the reception looking over the Hill Country, I chose colors that would carry out these earth tones. My dress was ivory and my bridesmaids wore a fresh spring green that truly looked good on all 10 of them! This green complimented the natural wood all throughout the Old Glory Chapel. The groom’s side wore khaki colored suits with Tom’s shoes and both the boutonnieres and bridal bouquets had succulents mixed in (my husband’s favorite!) with the flowers for a Texas flare.

My dad and I rode up on a carriage to the ring of the chapel bells before the anticipated walk down the aisle. I had an antique piece of lace wrapped around my bouquet that was my grandmother’s and also wore my mom’s Belgium lace veil for the ceremony. Once we were announced husband and wife, we joyfully walked out to the tune of “Oh Happy Day” as our guests were ushered out of the chapel to the patio under the oak trees dressed with chandeliers for cocktail hour. There were mini donkeys saddled up with Mexican beers to honor Cinco De Mayo, our wedding date. Salt Lick catered the best BBQ in Texas, and we had Tiny Pies paired with blue bell ice-cream for the groom’s dessert, as well as a five tiered vanilla-almond and raspberry filling bridal cake. I traded my veil for a flower to accessorize my hair and ditched my heels so I could boot scoot boogie and kick up the dance party. We danced until midnight to the tunes of Night Fire Band and exited through an archway of bright sparklers into a 1946 antique truck. We drove away under the stars and there were bright strikes of lighting all across the sky. I believe it was God’s display of fireworks just for us as we rode into this new chapter together as Dr. and Mrs. Hildebrand.

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Monique Lhuillier

Monique Lhuillier Bridal Fall 2015

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Spring 2016

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I know emerald is the official Color of the Year (and I do love it), but I’m thinking a case needs to be made for mint green. A campaign of sorts, if you will. Because every single time I see its pretty little face making an appearance in a Big Day, it sort of steals the show. Take for example this breathtaking Dallas affair from the ever-talented Sweet Pea Events, which just so happens to feature bridesmaids looking stellar in some minty-hued perfection. Also looking stellar? An entire gallery of glorious images from Lindsey Shea and some drop-dead gorgeous florals from Branching Out. See it all right here.

And not one, but TWO beautiful films from Chris Watson Films. Enjoy!

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From Sweet Pea Events… Meagan and Garrett tied the knot in Dallas in September and it was the perfect Fall day. Meagan is a nurse and was working a night-shift at the time so needing a bit of help pulling some of the details together, especially the design. She knew what she wanted, but was looking for a planner to help create her vision. We were thrilled to be able to create this romantic, sweet, and intimate ceremony and reception for her. From the burlap program holders her mom handmade with love for the ceremony, to the wiener dog table numbers she made (they LOVE their wiener dogs), their wedding was all about personal details. Perhaps our most favorite moment of the evening was when Meagan’s Dad surprised her by serenading her singing, “You Are My Sunshine.” Not a dry eye in the room, and a moment never to be forgotten.

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Houston Air Terminal Museum Wedding from Archetype Studio + Romp Events

Style literally drips from every gorgeous image captured by Archetype Studio Inc. of this New Year’s Eve wedding at the 1940 Air Terminal Museum. It’s true. Every detail crafted and curated by Romp Events is pin-worthy to say the very least, giving us a gallery filled to the brim with details worth tucking away for next year’s New Year’s soiree. See every stylish detail right here.

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From the Bride… Greg and I first met on New Year’s Eve 2007 and were engaged on New Year’s Eve 2011. It is our favorite day of the year and was an easy decision to ring in this New Year with a wedding. Working with our coordinator, Shy Masters, of Romp! Event Architects, we decided to create a very glamorous affair with black, white, and gold accents and the perfect amount of sparkle. She took my love for all things glam and Hollywood Regency décor and incorporated it into every last detail including center pieces of ginger jars, gold pheasants, and tall lamps. We also used vintage inspired gold alarm clocks on each table to still tie in the New Years Eve vibe. After considering a number of different venues, we chose the historic 1940 Air Terminal Museum as the location for both our ceremony and reception. The modern and art deco venue helped to tie in the glamorous ambiance of the evening. Our photographers, Terilyn and Koby Brown, were absolutely fantastic to work with and did an amazing job of capturing every last detail of our special day, including our midnight kiss. We couldn’t think of a more perfect way to end a beautiful year with our closest family and friends while celebrating our love.

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Wedding Photography: Koby & Terilyn Brown from Archetype Studio Inc. | Wedding Venue: 1940 Air Terminal Museum in Houston, Texas | Event Planning, Floral + Event Design: Shy Masters from Romp Events | Wedding Cake: Satin Slices | Wedding Dress: Stephen Yearick | Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Bagley Mischka via Rent The Runway | Veil: Lisa Tice of Lisa’s Mini Mad Hattery

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Badgley Mischka

Spring 2014 Bridal

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Sunnyvale Ranch Wedding from Sarah Kate

I kind of want to give Sarah Kate a huge hug. Like the biggest hug she’s ever received. Because this gorgeous Sunnyvale wedding is pretty much my rustic meets elegant dream come true… and I definitely think that deserves some hugging. Also on my hug list? Ashley Brinkley Events (seriously fab stylings), Branching Out (beautiful blooms) and every last vendor who made this day complete. Oh, and the beautiful bride and groom, who pieced together a wedding that reflects not only their relationship, but their love of family. How awesome are they?!? See every last moment in the full gallery.

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Houston Wedding from Mustard Seed Photography

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From the Bride… Soon after Taylor proposed in the Texas Hill Country, we started thinking all things wedding. We knew we wanted to get married outdoors, and we quickly realized that the perfect venue was Taylor’s family ranch, T Bar J Ranch, a stone’s throw outside of Dallas, in a town called Sunnyvale.

With arching oak trees that line the driveway, the grazing horses, the pristine lake, and the white picket fences, it is picturesque, a reminder of a different time. The T Bar J Ranch was where Taylor’s parents wed in 1979, and with so much history, beauty, and sentiment, it was an overwhelmingly obvious location for our story to begin, as well.

The natural beauty of the ranch really dictated the theme of the wedding. The wedding was planned with a theme of “rustic formality,” a juxtaposition of nature and romance, a theme of soft, romantic neutrals combined with organic elements of wood and succulents. We brought the indoors out by creating vignettes of the family’s collections of antiques and creating an outdoor photo gallery by hanging family wedding photographs from tree branches. I really wanted to throw a sentimental, yet beautiful affair, honoring family, history, and of course, our relationship!

Our ceremony was just perfect. We had a gorgeous lakeside ceremony lit by an Autumn sunset. We stood beneath the branch of an Oak tree, from it hung a wrought iron chandelier that glistened in the setting sun. Horses grazed in the background as we exchanged our vows. It was unforgettable.

For our final farewell, and our last nod to family and history, we left on the back of a vintage 1970’s fire truck. The fire truck was a retirement gift to Taylor’s grandfather when he retired as Sheriff from the Sunnyvale Fire Department. The perfect farewell from our perfect day!

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Infusing rustic, natural details into a modern meets glamorous affair can prove difficult for some, but not for these two lovelies. Nope, with the help of Monarch Planning and Weddings in Bloom, they turned The Grove Houston into a succulent-filled glam fest, complete with pink and gray accents, contemporary (DIY) stylings and some VERY yummy looking cakes from Dessert Gallery. Basically, it’s like the prettiest thing you’ve ever seen. Don’t miss a moment captured by Mustard Seed Photography in the full gallery.

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From the Bride… We met at a party in college when we both attended Tulane. New Orleans, a city that we both adore, provided an amazing backdrop for falling in love. One rainy February morning, Cat called me to come outside, alleging that he had hurt his knee. True to form, I said “I don’t think I’ll be able to pick you up… should I call someone else?” Once he finally convinced me to make the long journey downstairs, our dog (Steve) came running up to me and led me around the corner, where Cat was waiting, ring in hand.

Our advice would be to let your personal preferences guide you, rather than what you see on blogs. Don’t lose sight of what the day is really about – celebrating your commitment to each other!

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Badgley Mischka

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Austin Wedding from Taylor Lord Photography

Nothing gets me excited for spring quite like a gorgeous pop of color. And this Austin affair has plenty to go around with the happiest hues of navy, purple and pink infused from start to finish. Add in an al fresco dinner party with the most heartfelt “I dos,” and you’ve got a recipe for the prettiest watercolor-inspired wedding around. Taylor Lord Photography sent us a slew of lovely images, and we even have a film from Bird and the Bear to tie it all together.

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South Texas Farm Wedding from Thompson Poole Photography

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From the Bride…Ryan and I fell in love in the fall and two years later got engaged on a chilly November evening. Because this was a special time of the year for us, we wanted to have a fall wedding (which also gave us a year to plan!) Though we currently live in Dallas, we chose Austin to be nearer families and for the laid-back atmosphere (Ryan is also a UT Austin grad) We knew we wanted a relaxed outdoor ceremony, festoon lightning overhead for dinner, and a serious dance party to follow. Mercury Hall provided the perfect space to make all of these things happen. We chose navy, blush pink, with various tones of whites, browns and greens to convey a nontraditional fall palette with a relaxed, rustic feel. I also wanted to incorporate holiday touches as it was the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We had a tree with personalized mercury glass ornaments for favors and chose a hearty fall meal. We also had a shrimp and grits station, a personal favorite of Ryan and I’s.

In planning the wedding, the most important aspect for us was to personalize the day. With 175 guests, we still wanted it to have an intimate and genuine feel. To accomplish this, we incorporated family and friends. Ryan wrote the entire wedding ceremony, with readings by his youngest sister and older brother. We involved my brother and his younger sister in the actual exchange of vows. His uncle, a district judge, was the officiant. We wrote our own vows, one of my favorite parts of the day (a must!). It made for an emotional but heartfelt ceremony. We also had a signature blueberry margarita for guests to enjoy as they arrived for the ceremony, another aspect of the relaxed atmosphere! We continued the involvement of family with my brother and his bandmate playing our first dance, father son dance, and mother son dance. They performed the MOST beautiful covers of M. Ward’s “Poison Cup,” Loudon Wainwright III’s “Daughter,” and Bob Dylan’s “Forever Young.” My mom and I also took quite a few DIY projects to add our touch to the decor. I made all the signage, she sewed special table cloths and runners with the help of a sweet friend, among many other things.

Dinner was held on the gravel patio under festoon lights at banquet tables. We chose to place our table in the center, perpendicular to the guests tables. It was so perfect to be in the center of the party, where everyone could see us as well. Following dinner, the dance party began, with incredible music by a DJ and long time family friend, Silace Amaro. We ended the night with a sparkler exit and a ride to Hotel St. Cecilia in a pedicab! This was another very memorable moment for us…it was so nice to have an extended trip via pedicab to reflect on the night and enjoy each other’s company. We even drew some honks and congrats from rolled down windows on the way there!

The night was made incredibly special by our phenomenal group of vendors we chose. Taylor Lord was the most incredible, fun, and easy photographer to work with. I can’t imagine not having our memories captured through her perspective! Our wedding highlight video by the Bird and the Bear was so well done and is so fun for us to watch. STEMS florals created the exact vision I was looking for and were so great to work with.

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Spring 2015

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When magical farm settings and sweet, sweet nuptials combine, it’s a beautiful thing. And in the case of this gorgeous Marburger Farm affair, it’s not only beautiful, it’s awe-inspiring. Because when you pair up an adorable bride and groom with the fab stylings of Deborah Bradley Events & Designs, sweet blue hues and a breathtaking ceremony under the world’s most amazing Oak tree (complete with ribbons), that’s what happens. Pure, unadulterated pretty. See every last moment captured by Thompson Poole Photography in the full gallery.

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Bohemian Fort Worth Inspiration Shoot from Charla Storey Photography

From Deborah Bradley Events & Designs… From the very beginning, Houstonians Rachel and Zach knew they wanted to get married in the country. Rachel, an artist and Zach, a numbers and graphs kind of guy, wanted their wedding day to transport their guests out of their busy lives to a slower-pace — a place where smiles came easy and one could see the stars in the night sky. They were quick to choose Marburger Farm in Round Top, Texas, population 90. Marburger Farm is a 43-acre property with a collection of historic building situation to feel like a small town. This unique combination of yesteryear and rustic elegance set the tone for their Country Soiree.

Rachel’s artistic hand inspired most of the details for the wedding including the couple’s personal monogram and she created an amazing rendering on canvas of her wedding dress. The art was displayed at the reception. Rachel’s ivory crepe and lace dress with a sweeping train was the perfect gown for the petite bride. Her ensemble was accented with an ivory fascinator, an antique pearl bracelet and vintage taupe leather pumps embellished with blue velvet flowers. In a treasured moment, the Mother of the Bride helped with doing Rachel’s hair just one more time before her “little girl” was married. Many laughs and stories were shared as special memories were made.

The Bridesmaids were quick to spot Zach & the Groomsmen coming to “visit.” For a few moments Zach & Rachel had a chance to hold hands in the threshold of the the old house but without actually seeing each other. It was the perfect way to “be together” without breaking tradition.

The Ceremony was set under a grand canopy of trees. A large wooden cross was suspended from the mighty Oak while crystal prisms suspended by long ribbons danced in the breeze. The aisle was punctuated by burlap covered cones bursting with colorful blooms.

After guests enjoyed cocktail hour in and around the rustic, brick floored building known as The Blacksmith Shop they welcomed Rachel and Zach to the Wedding Banquet and Dance. The barn-like hall with white-washed walls and a very seasoned dance floor was the perfect setting for this simple and elegant gathering. Guest tables were installed on the bias and dressed in white, floor-length linens centered with burlap table runners and an abundance of flowers in antique glass containers. A large farm table centered on the far end of the hall served as the Sweetheart Table. It was decorated with a burlap table runner, crystal candelabrum, bird cages and an antique bench.

As the evening progressed the center of “town” was illuminated by hundreds of globe string lights. The celebration and dance went on for hours and was capped with a sparkling send off for Rachel and Zach in a vintage convertible.

It was a beautiful wedding overflowing with love and joy.

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Wedding Photography: Thompson Poole Photography | Wedding Venue: Marburger Farm in Round Top, Texas | Event Planning + Design: Deborah Bradley Events & Designs | Floral Design: Gaby Sardinas & Friends | Catering: Uncommon Affairs | Wedding Cake: The Best Little Cake Shop in Texas | Pies: Royers Round Top Cafe

A post-wedding Bridal Session. Now there’s an idea I can get behind. Especially if it’s one that is as amazingly beautiful as this one captured by Charla Storey Photography. Because if there is anything in the world as exciting as stepping into your wedding gown on your Big Day, it’s getting to do it all over again. And with stunning florals from Kate Foley Designs and a crazy cool Brewed Coffee Shop setting? This should most definitely be mandatory. Click here for all of the pretty.

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From Charla Storey Photography… We shot this bridal session with Bohemian-inspired flowers and hair at a hot new amazing coffee shop in Fort Worth called Brewed (it has an Austin or Anthorpologie feel to it, with amazing coffee to boot!) that opened in October! This bride is already married and decided it’s never to late to get your bridal pictures done! She got all dolled up and we shot her bridal images in time for Valentine’s Day! This shoot was so fun, whimsical and filled with yummy light!

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Wedding Photography: Charla Storey Photography | Location: Brewed Coffee Shop + Trinity Park in Forth Worth, Texas | Floral Design: Kate Foley Designs | Wedding Dress: Casablanca via Classy Concepts Bridal Boutique | Bride’s Shoes: Sam Edleman

Texas Ranch Wedding from Mint Photography + Vintage&Lace

Mint Photography called this wedding “a photographer’s dream” and I’m going to have to agree and call it a blogger’s dream. With Vintage&Lace behind the floral & design, and a bride with such a fabulous vision for the day, how could it not be? The chic soiree put a big, goofy grin on my face, and thanks to the gallery, it’s not leaving anytime soon. Click here to see that!

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Vista West Ranch Wedding from Kristi Wright Photography

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I am a true Texas girl, and I have a soft spot in my heart for all things antique and vintage. My groom got the hint, and chose a perfect vintage-inspired setting for my engagement ring. On a sunny and brisk day in December, he proposed during a fun-filled and romantic day at the park–the same way his late father proposed to his mother. It was the perfect surprise.

As we were planning our wedding, we had two goals for our guests: they should have a true Texas experience, and they should have a weekend of activities instead of simply one evening. The Texas Hill Country would provide the perfect setting. We found Red Corral Ranch in Wimberley, Texas, and we immediately fell in love with its unique charm and stunning views. The rustic structures and towering oak trees provided a romantic setting, all under the casual gaze of strutting peacocks. We could not have had a better experience: between the spectacular setting and the friendly staff, we felt special the entire weekend.

Finding a gown was a harrowing experience. I could not find the perfect vintage dress that would fit my vision; many were good, but none were The One. I called on my friend bridal designer Matthew Christopher to design a one-of-a-kind soft and romantic gown. The beaded Chantilly lace bodice and silk organza layered skirt that he designed were exactly what I had been seeking. Along with a Juliet cap that was custom made by a local millinery and my mother-in-law’s pearls, I achieved the vintage look I had dreamed.

The clear blue skies and warm sun made our ceremony a Texas paradise. We incorporated the traditional lasso ceremony as a nod to my Latin and Catholic heritage. My favorite memory was walking down the aisle to Vitamin String Quartet’s arrangement of Coldplay’s Paradise. As I passed through the refinished doors with our personal monogram, I looked up and saw my groom’s face for the first time. As I saw him, I was brought to tears in my perfect moment.

Our lively reception was filled with good times and laughter. The rustic barn gave us a down-home Texas atmosphere. The barn doors opened up and provided a casual yet intimate setting. To achieve an antique feel, I acquired vintage china plates that provided each guest with a unique place setting. I also found cut glass vases of various sizes and old books to use as centerpieces on the tables. Each vase held yellow paper roses that I created in the weeks leading up to the wedding date. A local Houston-based microbrewery No Label Brewery (owned by a friend of mine) provided us with craft beer that got people on the dance floor. Dancing with my groom to our last song Mumford and Sons’ “I Will Wait” completed our memorable evening.

Without the help of Heather from Vintage and Lace, none of my crazy ideas would have been carried out. She took my ideas for our unique wedding and made them come to life. Our photographers Kelly from Mint Photography (and Brianna from Brianna Light Photography) captured every moment with brilliance. Photographs are some of the best memories of a wedding day, and we will cherish ours forever. My husband and I were blown away by the love and support from our family and friends (and vendors!), and we could not have had a day that was more “us.” From putting on my dress to my last dance, every moment was unique and special.

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If there is anyone that can make planning a destination wedding look like a breeze, it would be this beauty of a Bride. Her wedding at the stunning Vista West Ranch was planned from behind her computer screen in New York City, which basically seems impossible when you see how gorgeous the day unfolded via the lens of Kristi Wright. Oh but it was possible, and with the help of her rock star team of vendors including Petal Pushers, Lizze Belle Events, Polka Dots and Tiny Pies – her Austin affair went off without a hitch. See it all here.

The Texas pretty continues in their sweet film from Nostalgia Film, which you simply cannot miss…

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From Kristi Wright… I loved photographing Josh and Virginia’s wedding. When I first saw the little chapel where the ceremony would take place, it immediately reminded me of JFK, Jr. and Caroline’s wedding. The small space provided an intimate and romantic setting and as a photographer, I was so happy to see the beautiful soft light inside the church, something we rarely see in church ceremonies. Their daytime exit was another favorite part of the day for me, another throwback to a by-gone era. I hope it becomes a growing trend in weddings! Also, the nod to their finance backgrounds on the pie tags was adorable.

From the Bride… Josh and I both decided to have our wedding in Texas as we knew having both of our families travel to New York would be difficult. We also live in a 500 square foot apartment, so accommodating out of town guests would be a problem during the wedding festivities. We decided to get married in January in Texas -specifically Austin. We wanted a fresh start to the year and the weather to be on the cooler side for Texas – 65 degrees. Austin was also the first city Josh and I traveled to a month after dating. He had never been before. Austin’s changed since I went to school there. Definitely a neat city for people to travel to for a destination wedding – the New Yorkers loved it and our Williamsburg Brooklyn hipster friends felt right at home on “SoCo” and Rainey Street.

The wedding was designed entirely online. Kristi Wright, our photographer, was the first vendor I found and signed, followed by Vista West Ranch, Aimee Villa, Olga at Polkadots, and it just kept falling into place. The little white Chapel was so perfect. I lived next to that church in college but never went. It was quite different before its renovation in 2002 – done for it’s 100th anniversary as a gift from a member. What a treat that a chapel that special is still in tact. The inspiration for almost every element of the design came from a photo of a cake which I think came from our photographer’s Pinterest site. I wanted the wedding to be just like that cake – white, airy, charming, rustic, chic, traditional, yet playful.

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My obsession with floral headbands has officially reached a new high after feasting my eyes on this amazing inspiration shoot from Dallas photographer Stephanie Brazzle. Adding just the perfect touch of whimsy to an otherwise classically elegant feel, these crazy-gorgeous florals by Stanford Designs are pure perfection. See the entire inspiration session in the full gallery!

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Hill Country Wedding from Tara Welch Photography + Nostalgia Film

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From Stephanie Brazzle… Some people are just stunning in front of the camera. That would be Jordan in this case. We had a bride and groom session left in our wedding agreement and we really wanted to go all out. So we called some of our favorite vendors to be a part of it. Her wedding was during the summer and we really wanted to go in the opposite direction with something a lot colder and bare but still with the beautiful lush spring flowers. Arbor Hills in Dallas would be the perfect outdoor location we paired colder flowers like dusty miller, brunia, and seeded eucalyptus with some more lush flowers: Succulents, peach roses and peonies.

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I love Tara Welch. And not just because she’s one of the sweetest ladies you’ll ever meet (she sooo is), but because she also happens to snap up some crazy gorgeous images. Crazy gorgeous images that never fail to leave me breathless. And, in the case of this beautiful Hill Country wedding, a little speechless, too. Because when you combine sweet vintage details, stunning yellow and gray hues and mesmerizing blooms from Bouquets of Austin, sometimes you lose the ability to speak. (Seriously.) Oh, and the beautiful favors painted by the bride’s grandfather? SOOO awesome. See so much more right here.

And even more pretty from the amazing Nostalgia Film. Enjoy, lovelies.

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From the Bride… The day of our wedding was perfection in every way. From trying to sneak up on Peter during our first look – but my dress was way too loud – to smashing the cake up his nose (whoops). We had the best time and love was all over our faces… or so we were told by our guests! My number one goal for the day was for everyone to have fun and enjoy the evening! With a 90’s cover-band, the hand sketched photo-booth, the wine and a sparkling exit I think everyone had a blast!

When we starting planning we knew the first decision to make was where to have the wedding. Peter comes from a very big Texas family and even though I originally wanted a Napa Vineyard wedding I knew it wasn’t fair to ask so many people to travel. Everyone had to be there since we are very close to our families! Peter suggested Hill Country for a happy medium! It was perfect… vineyards in Texas, who knew?!

I didn’t really know what “type” of wedding I wanted to have but after we found the Duchman Family Vineyard, it became my inspiration for the big day. It has such a romantic old Tuscan feel, I went with vintage details for almost everything. And I love shopping at flea markets and vintage stores! I did know I wanted yellow and gray, which actually came from my parents’ wedding. I remember looking through their wedding album and seeing her bridesmaids’ dresses that were yellow! The yellow in the photos made the day seem so happy! So I modernized that with the popular yellow and gray trend!

Some vintage details I knew I had to have when I started to plan were: 1.) A “family tree,” as I called it, which was a tree that had photos hanging of our parents and grandparents on their wedding days by yellow and grey ribbon. 2.) Old handkerchiefs to pass out before the ceremony for tears of joy. (We decided to hold these in an old violin case which went perfect since we had a mandolin & strings playing as people found their seats.) 3.) I have collected milk glass vases over the years and knew they would be perfect for the low centerpieces at the reception! Bouquets of Austin did an amazing job with them! 4.) Lastly I knew I wanted my grandfather to be a part of the day! He is an unbelievable painter. so for wedding favors I wanted him to paint scenes of vineyards & Austin that I could give guests. He agreed to help and painted 125 postcard size paintings for us; he is AMAZING!

Some accidental details happened while the planning was going on… skeleton keys for escort cards was one of them! When shopping in vintage shops I came across SO many skeleton keys and I wanted to use them somehow, so I tied ribbon to each key attaching it to an escort card. The front would have the guest’s name and back of the card would have their assigned table. The table names for the reception were a vintage find that wasn’t supposed to happen! We were originally going to do basic table numbers but came across little cards that had the CUTEST names and sayings on them such as “Summer Time Sweethearts”, “Autumn Colors”, “Honeymooning”, “Flying the Coop”… and so became our table names.

The most fun, and last detail, was my toss bouquet. I personally hate going to weddings and diving for the bouquet when I was single so I wanted to give ALL the girls a chance to catch it! I tied lottery tickets to the bouquet to up the ante… too bad the lotto tickets only came to $10 when the girl cashed them in!!!

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When modern meets traditional, pretty things tend to happen, pretty things like this Veranda 17 at the Sam Houston Hotel wedding. Known to friends and family as “Geoff and Jess,” an ampersand became their theme, which they infused into stationery by 23and10 and throughout the event’s decor! Thanks to My Happy Lens Photography, we get to pour over every last detail in the full gallery.

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From the Bride… Geoff and I are known as “Geoff and Jess.” So my graphic designer (Geoff’s talented cousin Lauren of 23and10) and I naturally agreed on the ampersand as the theme of the wedding, and thus the theme of our lives together. You’ll see a nod to it in many of the elements: decor, buttons, stationery, etc.

When it got down to the nitty-gritty, Geoff and I could agree on two things: 1) Good food and 2) Good fun. Which is why we chose The Alden. Their 17 Restaurant catered the reception, and the food was de-licious. (Especially the truffle mac-and-cheese.) Then we needed someone who could really make it a party. That’s where Jonny Black Productions came in. No one EVER left the dance floor.

Our wedding was a mix of modern and traditional elements. I chose very royal colors (eggplant and gold), but used them in a way that felt clean and luxurious. My dress (a Pronovias) was lace with cap-sleeves, but fit like a glove. Our ceremony music was a mix of traditional hymns and new ones, and our dinner music ranged from Ella and Louie to Weezer and John Mayer. Our cakes (provided by a friend, Yay Yay’s Cakes) were a traditional wedding cake (no filling), carrot cake with cream cheese icing and the most amazing yellow cake you’d ever eat with Nutella buttercream frosting. And don’t forget about our midnight-snack favors — native-to-Houston Shipley’s donuts.

In the end, the most important thing to Geoff and I was that our family and friends (some who had traveled from states away) were there to celebrate with us. My college friend played our ceremony music, my cousin sang my entrance song, Geoff’s uncle married us and his other uncle gave the blessings. And we were so happy. The whole event was perfect (except for when my sleeve broke…), and it’s all thanks to Teri of Pearl & Peony Event Design. She not only made sure everything went smoothly, she made sure Geoff and I were always having fun and free of anxiety.

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Handmade Texas Wedding from McGowan Images

I love a hand-crafted wedding, that’s a given. And when I read that this sweet-as-can-be couple crafted + created every element of their I do’s in 28 days…well, let’s just say I was smitten. With the help of family and friends, the bride and groom transformed their private creek venue into a hidden oasis and, lucky for us, it was all captured to perfection by McGowan Images. Take a peek at the full gallery right here.

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From the Bride… So, I must first start off by saying that none of what you see here would exist without the help of our amazing friends, family, and photographers! I know everyone says this, but I truly mean it. See, we planned this wedding in a month, four weeks to be exact. Joey and I have always done things a tad bit different, so after changing the date several times, we finally decided to just stick with our 6 month anniversary which also happened to be 28 days away. Yep, that’s right…28 days! I was also in school full time and working a part time job, so it was just absolutely amazing when everything came together perfectly. To those who helped us out, I can never thank you enough!

The overall theme of our wedding was meant to be an eclectic gathering of all things “Joey and Jordyn”; even our location had significance. The Creek was the land where Joey’s grandparents and mom grew up and coincidently it was also where we had our first date. It was the perfect spot for us and allowed for much creative freedom. Joey and I have always been collectors, pickers, and lovers of all things with history. It really only made sense that we include things that we had found together or items that had been passed down within our families in our wedding ceremony. Everything about our wedding was very personal and each little detail represented a part of who we were as individuals and as a whole.

To add to that concept, Joey and I made the decision to get ready together on our wedding day. We threw tradition out the window and decided to do what sounded best to us. Besides deciding to spend the rest of our lives together, choosing to be together on the morning of our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. It allowed us to focus on what was truly most important that day, each other. And to top if off, our photographers, Chelsea and Mack spent the morning with us capturing every moment we spent together. They also traveled along with us for the rest of the time before the ceremony, making sure to capture memories of us in our favorite places that meant so much to us. I can’t think of any better way we would have wanted to spend the hours before our wedding.

Another aspect, which made our wedding even more significant, is the fact that Joey and I fashioned our ideas and dreams with our own hands. With the help of family and friends, we cleared out the whole creek area, built our own archway, laid out the stones beneath it, covered and set up hay bales, arranged our décor, wrapped numerous flowers with burlap, hung mason jars with twine, and so much more. Our flowers were mums, purchased from Walmart and my bouquet was created by one of my best friends with baby’s breath from Central Market.

It’s amazing to me looking back on our wedding and realizing how “handmade” it was, how every tiny piece and process that took place is streaked with love and devotion from our closest family and friends. I would say that it turned out to be a gorgeous wedding, but what made it most beautiful to me was the significance within every portion of the event. It was the perfect manifestation of everything we were as a couple and everything we wanted in a ceremony, our pasts, histories, and families all colliding together to create a new chapter.

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Photography : McGowan Images | Wedding Venue: Private Residence in Wise County, Texas | Decor: DIY by the Bride + Groom | Wedding Dress: Free People

I love a hand-crafted wedding, that’s a given. And when I read that this sweet-as-can-be couple crafted + created every element of their “I do’s” in 28 days…well, let’s just say I was smitten. With the help of family and friends, the bride and groom transformed their private creek venue into a hidden oasis and, lucky for us, it was all captured to perfection by McGowan Images. Take a peek at the full gallery right here.

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From the Bride… So, I must first start off by saying that none of what you see here would exist without the help of our amazing friends, family, and photographers! I know everyone says this, but I truly mean it. See, we planned this wedding in a month, four weeks to be exact. Joey and I have always done things a tad bit different, so after changing the date several times, we finally decided to just stick with our 6 month anniversary which also happened to be 28 days away. Yep, that’s right…28 days! I was also in school full time and working a part time job, so it was just absolutely amazing when everything came together perfectly. To those who helped us out, I can never thank you enough!

The overall theme of our wedding was meant to be an eclectic gathering of all things “Joey and Jordyn”; even our location had significance. The Creek was the land where Joey’s grandparents and mom grew up and coincidently it was also where we had our first date. It was the perfect spot for us and allowed for much creative freedom. Joey and I have always been collectors, pickers, and lovers of all things with history. It really only made sense that we include things that we had found together or items that had been passed down within our families in our wedding ceremony. Everything about our wedding was very personal and each little detail represented a part of who we were as individuals and as a whole.

To add to that concept, Joey and I made the decision to get ready together on our wedding day. We threw tradition out the window and decided to do what sounded best to us. Besides deciding to spend the rest of our lives together, choosing to be together on the morning of our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. It allowed us to focus on what was truly most important that day, each other. And to top if off, our photographers, Chelsea and Mack spent the morning with us capturing every moment we spent together. They also traveled along with us for the rest of the time before the ceremony, making sure to capture memories of us in our favorite places that meant so much to us. I can’t think of any better way we would have wanted to spend the hours before our wedding.

Another aspect, which made our wedding even more significant, is the fact that Joey and I fashioned our ideas and dreams with our own hands. With the help of family and friends, we cleared out the whole creek area, built our own archway, laid out the stones beneath it, covered and set up hay bales, arranged our décor, wrapped numerous flowers with burlap, hung mason jars with twine, and so much more. Our flowers were mums, purchased from Walmart and my bouquet was created by one of my best friends with baby’s breath from Central Market.

It’s amazing to me looking back on our wedding and realizing how “handmade” it was, how every tiny piece and process that took place is streaked with love and devotion from our closest family and friends. I would say that it turned out to be a gorgeous wedding, but what made it most beautiful to me was the significance within every portion of the event. It was the perfect manifestation of everything we were as a couple and everything we wanted in a ceremony, our pasts, histories, and families all colliding together to create a new chapter.

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Photography : McGowan Images | Wedding Venue: Private Residence in Wise County, Texas | Decor: DIY by the Bride + Groom | Wedding Dress: Free People

Mondays can always use a bit of inspiration, and thanks to Lauren Peele Photography and Devin Designs, your start to the work week with be nothing short of fabulous. Just one peek through this oh-so-fabulous gallery, and you’ll probably need to pick your jaw off your desk from the wildly gorgeous styling. It’s a pin-worthy pretty if I ever did see one, and you can get lost in all the stunning inspiration right here.

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Olde Dobbin Station Wedding from Kimberly Chau Photography

From the Lauren Peele Photography…. For the table arrangements, I wanted a natural feel and soft colors, so I decided to go with fresh proteas and succulents. I then added in painted eagle feathers and pheasant feathers to complete the southwestern look. I hand painted and distressed all of the terracotta pots by wetting down the pots, adding water to white paint, painting it on with a wet brush and then sanding over the pots with a medium grit paper after they had dried. The process was easy, and the pots look aged and beautiful.

The name cards were another DIY project. I planted tiny cacti found at a local nursery in smaller terracotta pots, then hand wrote calligraphy on the cutout foxes, attached them to small sticks, and planted them in the pots. I then placed them on top of hand stamped geometric napkins and set them on top of Anthropologie plates.

The bride wore a Nicole Miller dress, that went with the relaxed theme, and I attached a vintage turquoise broach found at an antique store. For most of the shoot the bride wore a stunning handmade silver and turquoise head chain, and simple geometric silver earrings. The groom wore a grey fitted Calvin Klein suit, and a navajo print bow tie which tied his look together. HIs shoes were tied with red laces for a pop of color. The boutonniere he wore was made from feathers and succulents, and then it was wrapped in twine.

The cake was wrapped in rope, and adorned with succulents and other exotic flowers. The cake stand was another diy project. I had two slices cut from an old birch tree, and then covered them in mod podge to keep the bugs out. They looked very rustic, and we’re simple to make. The dream catchers were the main inspiration for the shoot. I knew I wanted to incorporate them, so I found an amazing vendor who hand crafted all of them so that they’re all unique. I then made a backdrop out of them by hanging them from the trees on twine. I had handmade leather fox masks made to match the fox name cards. They we’re so unique and fun, and really helped add a playful touch to the shoot.

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I truly don’t believe I’ll ever tire of simple, rustic-meets-traditional style weddings. From the natural florals and the use of mason jars to the hand-written chalkboard signs, it all makes me weak in the knees! And this Olde Dobbin Station wedding from Kimberly Chau Photography just happens to be the perfect combination of understated + sweet, and let me tell you, it’s a total swoon-fest! See it all right here!

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From Kimberly Chau Photography… Dana + Peyton tied the knot recently at the amazing Olde Dobbin Station. Their wedding day looked perfect and I loved the unique DIY elements and decor that Dana added to her special day. Thank you so much for having me capture the lovely memories from your wedding day. You both are truly wonderful and I wish you two the best in your new married life together.

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Inspirations shoots always make me feel like a kid in a candy store. It’s the magic that happens when creative collaborators like Archetype Studio Inc., Bourbon & Bloom Vintage Rentals, and Keely Thorne Events join forces to make my wildest wedding dreams come to life. But what I love most about this industrial chic shoot, other the obvious pretty, is that it’s totally do-able. It’s the kind of inspiration that’s sure to find a happy home in Pinterest boards and real weddings alike. And in case you’re left wanting a little more, there’s a full gallery right here.

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Vista West Ranch Wedding from Christina Carroll Photography

From Ashley Tinsley of Bourbon & Bloom Vintage Rentals…The photo shoot inspiration initially came from the Restoration Hardware catalog. Their overall design includes a beautiful clash of industrial elements with softer, romantic features that I fell in love with. For example, RH has a crystal chandelier incased in a wrought iron birdcage. It is such a unique piece that combines rustic iron with polished crystal that results in a very chic look. So I decided that this “Industrial + Romantic” style would make a gorgeous theme for a wedding and sought out the best vendors to collaborate for an inspiration photo shoot.

The Olde Dobbin Station offered the perfect backdrop: a building with a rich history that it’s owners, Carrie & Robert McCoy, revitalized by restoring the original look and feel of the former “pump” station and added modern amenities. The exposed beams, high archways, brick columns and location along a country road are just a few of the many charming characteristics the venue has to offer. I first spoke to Terilyn & Koby Brown of Archetype about my idea and the enthusiasm from these two seasoned & talented photographers confirmed my excitement and from there, I began to design the shoot. The second-most rewarding aspect of this experience, the first being the chance to teaming up with brilliant vendors, is the fact that I built most of the furniture for this shoot with my (then) fiancé. He and I feel very proud that we created the farm table and seating in the lounge area ourselves. We gave new life to old metal storage barrels by cutting them in half, painted them and made “tops” to the halved barrels with wood to become fitting seats for the theme. As I continued to gather industrial props/accessories, Terilyn & Koby were tremendously helpful by securing our beautiful models Jalyn & Trent , reaching out to Mia Bridal Couture for the bridal gowns & jewelry, Tamara Menges of Tamara Menges Designs for florals & Briggitte Dix of Bloom Makeup Artistry for makeup. I can’t say enough how grateful I am to the Browns for not only capturing these images, but for also taking the time to help me build this “dream team” of vendors!

Emily Sutton of Mia Bridal Couture lent us two drop-dead gorgeous Christos gown right off the runway & dazzling adornments! Tamara Menges impressively put together exquisite floral arrangements after only a brief meeting with me to discuss my vision. She came up with an array of flowers that were better than I could have ever imagined! She was such a pleasure to work with and very flexible considering I didn’t even bring her the vases/vessels until the day of the shoot! As far as makeup goes, no wonder why they call it “Makeup artistry” because Briggitte is truly an artist! She was able to seamlessly enhance Jalyn’s natural beauty with a romantic, soft look. And the “dream team” continued to grow when Briggitte brought Billy Jones of OnSight Hair Design into the mix. I loved the elegant side swept do he concocted and it went so well with the style of the Christos gown.

Next, I met with Keely Thorne of Keely Thorne Events and when we discussed the shoot, she immediately wanted to be involved. I was thrilled that an accomplished event planner like herself was going to lend us her creative expertise, along with the help of one of her event planners, Kristin McShane. For instance, they made a frame out of pipe and fitted it with a chicken wire screen for the escort card display. They also constructed the candlestick holders out of galvanized steel pipe connected to a galvanized steel flange to make the base and painted them in silver, gold and copper to suit our color scheme of metallics + grey + peach + aqua. Furthermore, Keely & Kristin brought Amy Boyter & Melissa Broderick from Atheneum Creative on board. Their brainstorm sessions resulted in lovely dinner menus printed on cotton napkins, a stunning invitation made out of engraved steel (if that doesn’t say “Industrial” I don’t know what does!), the escort cards with a slit at the top of them so they could easily slip onto the chicken wire & the dessert signage that stood up with the help of spring coils. Absolutely innovative!

And speaking of dessert, the team at Petite Sweets, my personal favorite bakery in Houston whose menu features artisan macaroons, cake balls, mini cupcakes, cookies, whoopie pies, frozen custard, gelato, and dipped cones made with Belgian chocolate, graciously whipped up a delicious assortment of macaroons and cake balls. Lastly, Cindy Pleason of Al’s Formal Wear & the gentleman at the Post Oak location in Houston were extremely helpful in lending us a handsome black suit, dress shirt, tie and dress shoes for our groom. I really appreciate everyone’s efforts on this shoot and I am very proud of what we accomplished! “

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Vista West Ranch. A venue synonymous with breathtaking scenery and drop-dead gorgeous weddings… AND the sweeter than sweet locale for today’s darling nuptials captured by the ever-wonderful Christina Carroll Photography. Nuptials, I might add, that are literally bursting with pretty – from the lovely rustic details to the beautiful blooms from Petal Pushers to the bride and groom who are the epitome of stunning. (Literally.) Don’t miss a minute in the full gallery.

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