Vibrant + Fun Outdoor Wedding

Elegant. Rustic. Chic. That is how Casey and Austin described their vibrant wedding at the gorgeous Vista West Ranch in beautiful Dripping Strings, TX. The bright blooms by Petal Pushers can’t help but make you smile—and we adore that the bride chose to wrap her arrangements in burlap and birch to give each an added rustic touch. Casey looked beautiful in her all-lace Enzoani gown, and her eight bridesmaids really popped in their cheery yellow dresses. Even the couple’s dog joined in on the color scheme by donning a yellow tie!  Sit back and enjoy these beautiful images from Forever Photography!

Rachel and Austen weren’t afraid to have a little fun with their colorful outdoor wedding, incorporating creative details into a classic affair at Laguna Gloria in Austin. Some of our favorite Lonestar photographers, The Nichols, captured this whimsical day that was filled with bold wildflowers from Verbena Floral Design and rustic but sophisticated touches by Beth Walker of 36th Street Events. We love the nod to mod in the letterpress programs and also in Rachel’s snakeskin shoes by Pour La Victoire. Her lace Romona Keveza gown from Blush Bridal Lounge and vintage jewelry was a gorgeous contrast to the blush bridesmaids dresses. We are absolutely swooning over the polished aqua vintage convertible from Vintage Rides that Rachel and Austen used as their getaway car—the perfect punchy ending to a great day! See all of the colorful details in the gallery!

When a couple chooses Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center to host their wedding festivities, you can be sure that gorgeous blooms will be center stage—and that’s why we love Rachel and Jason’s colorful garden wedding filled with orange, pink, and red florals. During the outdoor ceremony, Rachel wore a classic ruched gown from the Romona Keveza Collection while carrying a bright bouquet by Rosehip Floral. Her daughter and flower girls wore subtle cream dresses by Monsoon and I Love Gorgeous, while bridesmaids opted for sleek, darker dresses by J.Crew. We love how everything fits nicely into the garden theme, from stationery by Studio SloMo and Botanical PaperWorks to the flower girl hair wreaths. The Nichols photography team did a fabulous job of capturing the laid-back Austin celebration, as always, making sure to catch details like wildflowers planted in wooden boxes and a wax leaf and floral chair garland at the patio reception. Huge flower blossoms decorate each dessert on a wooden table featuring pies and cakes from Whole Foods Market. This wedding couldn’t be any more fabulous—see all of the gorgeous photos in the gallery!

Erin and Abe’s vision was to bring Paris to Texas. They chose two absolutely incredible venues, Driskill Hotel and AMOA Laguna Gloria, and with the help of BZ events used details like frilly napkins, custom printed cards with French exclamations, and of course macaroons to bring this vision to life. The flowers by Petal Pushers are ridiculously pretty, from the show-stopping tall orchid centerpieces to the all-anemone bouquet, and the tulips hanging from the chandeliers! Sounds like a fun party to me if even the flowers are hanging from the ceiling! A beautiful wedding with fantastic photos from Q Weddings!

We’re pretty sure there’s nothing more romantic than an Italian destination wedding, and we are just undone over Kelli and Gabriel’s event at Villa Cicolina in Montepulciano, Italy! Because the couple was far away from their venue in the United States, they entrusted Chic Weddings to finalize the details, meeting with them on just a single trip to Italy before their wedding. And, oh, the details! Lush, earthy florals filled the villa grounds, artfully arranged by La Rosa Canina, including peonies, olive leaves, roses, and other blooms in shades of sage, peach, lemon, and clementine. A handmade chuppah from Jennifer Raichman, embellished with flower garlands, anchored the outdoor ceremony. Kelli chose to wear a delicate beaded Jenny Packham gown from Nouvelle Vogue, paired with an Art Deco style bracelet by Maria Elena. Long tables placed on the grass are simple but stunning, with low, colorful florals mixed among more rustic candles. We are swooning over all the gorgeous details in these images from Lelia Scarfiotti!

There are so many fresh details to love from Lori and Matt’s Philadelphia wedding, held at Knowlton Mansion. The yellow and white bouquets, including some tied with striped ribbon, are a fun pop against navy bridesmaids dresses by Alfred Sung. A nod to vintage decor with lace elements and a fishnet veil paired with Lori’s private label gown from Katherine’s Bridal Boutique gives a bit of a retro vibe to the rustic location. These two put their own spin on everything, from the Digby & Rose stationery to the playful bride-and-groom giraffes atop the cake from Conroy Catering. We adore this entire affair captured by Maria Mack Photography!

We just love when country meets chic, and where better for such a wedding than Austin’s Camp Lucy? Gerrie and Ryan threw a laid-back but sophisticated party, with elegant gray bridesmaids dresses, bold flowers balanced with earthy succulents by Merveille Floral & Design Atelier, and desserts from Sugar Mama’s Bakeshop. A-Town Disc Jockey Service, Inc., provided tunes for guests to get down to after feasting on a delicious spread from Pink Avocado. We’re still smiling at these wonderful photos from The Nichols!

We just can’t stop staring at these gorgeous wedding photos from The Nichols! AnaLiza and Michael envisioned a soft, sophisticated Texas affair with touches of metallic gold, and it’s one of our favorites ever. Says photographer Jennifer Nichols, “From the bride’s stunning, custom-designed Monique Lhuillier dress, which she paired with her mother’s mantilla veil, to their lakeside reception venue with views of the Hill Country, this day was both classic and modern, and full of style. Easily one of our most memorable weddings of 2012.” We couldn’t agree more, especially when it comes to details like the shimmery gold antlers on reception tables, the textured frosted cake from Whole Foods, and jaw-dropping floor-length metallic gray bridesmaids dresses. Oh, and AnaLiza’s caged Chanel heels? We die!

Erica and Evan wanted their Big Apple guests to get a taste of Texas—the perfect blend of hip and hoedown, says the bride—so they chose the coolest city in the state, and got to work planning their wedding weekend at Hotel Saint Cecilia and Barr Mansion & Artisan Ballroom in Austin. These romantic photos from The Nichols captured an outdoor ceremony that kept the vibe casual. Colorful bridesmaids dresses in a variety of styles added a fun counterpoint to Erica’s classic Carolina Herrera gown—a sleeveless silhouette with a gorgeous lace overlay that’s both elegant and Southern. The bouquets and arrangements from Rosehip Flora featured all air plants and succulents that complemented the couple’s simple taste. We love the touch of color from the roses on the chuppah! Flickering candles lightened the rustic details at the reception, but what really caught our eye is the fabulous cake from New York’s Momofuku Milk Bar, layered with funfetti birthday cake just for the groom. So sweet!

Caryn and Brian’s dream wedding—an elegant affair for 100 set in an Austin garden—came to life through their family and friends, who scoured their homes and local shops to collect teacups and vintage books. Caryn’s aunt and family friends even spent the night before the wedding creating each lovely little teacup centerpiece! Freytag’s Florist made the bride’s stunning, overflowing bouquet, and the vegetarian couple served up a feast of of their favorites—pancakes, breakfast tacos and smoothies! Because nearly every décor element was borrowed or gifted, the bride purchased just one thing—“the gorgeous antique pink couch, which I just couldn’t pass up and is now sitting in my office!” By the way, we may be just a twee bit obsessed with Caryn. She is too gorgeous to be true, and we are completely head-over-heels in love with each and every perfect image from Gabe Aceves!

A “destination” wedding in Austin, TX, Erica and Josh invited friends from around the globe. Their wedding was filled with handmade details and heirlooms captured by Bonnie Berry Photography. From the veil and headpiece, the seating cards, menus, and the bridesmaids’ necklaces (made by the bride and her sister from their mother’s bead collection), the wedding was a true group project. The biggest heirloom however was Erica’s mother’s dress that she wore for the ceremony. Erica altered it herself, transforming the sleeves from leg-of-mutton to a 3/4 straight sleeve with satin trim. Their whole wedding is beautiful, unfussy, and truly personal. Congratulations Erica and Josh!

Even the torrential downpour that cleared just 30 minutes before the ceremony at Orlando’s Cypress Grove couldn’t dampen the romance of Sarah and Jared’s day. In fact, we love that the couple just remained calm and went with the flow, focusing instead on the significance of the day. Soft, pastel blooms by Milk & Honey punctuated the ceremony, which also included whimsical tissue balls and tassels festooned on the outdoor gazebo. Expert coordination from Emily Grace Design kept Sarah and Jared’s wedding and reception running smoothly from wet start to beautiful finish. Through it all, Sarah glowed in a tulle Lazaro confection from The Collection Bridal, paired with a cheeky nod to comfort in TOMS wedges. We adore the ruffled icing on the cake by Sarah’s friend Katie Shook and the sweet touches like yellow blooms in milk glass vases and a chalkboard reception menu. We are swooning over the beauty of these romantic images from Shipra Panosian Photography—we know you’ll agree it’s one of the sweetest weddings of the year!

These fun and beautiful images of DJ and Alan’s Sun Valley Idaho wedding from Hillary Maybery Photography make us wish we were kicking up our boots with them, too! Stunning outdoor surroundings frame this affair, with a rustic chapel setting the stage for a ceremony filled with cowboy hats and boots, plaid kilts, and spring florals in yellows and greens from Tara Bella Floral Design. DJ’s elegant lace Anne Barge gown is a gorgeous contrast to the earthy elements and her personalized boots from M.L. Leddy’s. We love the details that the team at Amanda Seaward’s Absolute Weddings wove in—including monogrammed plaid throws, distressed leather chairs, and antlers—to drive home the theme of DJ and Alan’s affair! See all of the elegant, rustic details in the gallery!

It’s no wonder that classic style rules the day at Meghan and Aaron’s Chautauqua, New York, affair–after all, the wedding was held at The Hall of Philosophy at Chautauqua Institution, an education center and summer resort where Meghan’s family goes back generations. To set the tone for their day, the couple sent out vintage-style stationery designed by the groom, Aaron Fetter. Following the outdoor ceremony, where bridesmaids wore short pink Jenny Yoo Collection dresses that sweetly coordinated with hydrangea bouquets by Francesca’s Floral Design, guests headed to the resort’s Athenaeum Hotel for a laid-back reception that included a buttercream cake from The Cakery, plenty of dancing, and the release of paper sky lanterns, which lit up much the way Meghan did in her Watters gown! We love these images from Hunter Photographic and can’t get enough of all of the beautiful details waiting for you in the gallery!

We are really loving the peach and black color palette of Carrie and Brandon’s Orange Park, Florida, wedding! Held outdoors at The Club Continental, the pastel and bold combination is unexpected and sophisticated. Soft flowers and black lace linens dot the event, created and styled by Aime Peterson Flowers & Event Design. The bridesmaids dresses from Belk are also lacy and black, while peach and cream bouquets soften the look. Carrie’s Wtoo gown from Victorian Rose Bridals features a jaw-dropping open back, and we love the punch of color from her blue satin shoes by Nina. Shipra Panosian Photography didn’t miss a single detail when capturing this chic affair—see all of the gorgeous images in the gallery!

This is just one of those weddings we can’t stop looking at! Kelti and Chris were married at Austin’s Commodore Perry Estate surrounded by breathtaking gold and pink details. First stunner: Kelti’s gown, a dreamy Vera Wang confection from Casa de Novia Bridal Couture. Bridesmaids chose their own version of rose gold dresses, and everyone carried lush bouquets by David Kurio Designs. Caplan Miller Events assisted Kelti and Chris in carrying out their day, which included clear reception tents with chandeliers, green and brown china and details on the tables, and a perfectly over the top cake from Polkadots Cupcake Factory. We’re in love with these amazing images from Diana M. Lott Photography and Eclectic Images!

It’s just a fact that everything is bigger in Texas, and Katy and Cort’s wedding is definitely big—on style, sophistication, and elegance. A beautiful ceremony at Saint Mary Cathedral gave way to one heck of a reception at The Driskill in Austin. We love all of the cream, taupe, and gold details in the decor, which complement the pale Amsale bridesmaids dresses from Bella Bridesmaid and the soft bouquets and arrangements by Last Petal. Katy’s gown, Emmaline by Vera Wang, is a jaw-dropper, with swaths of sheer fabric wrapped around the bodice and skirt. Soft details in paper goods by Letterpress Finesse lend a little color, while the lovely cake by The Driskill gets its interest from textures of white. We always love images from The Nichols, but this time the photography duo outdid themselves, capturing every detail of this fab day, which Lauren Carillo of Something to Celebrate Wedding & Event Coordination helped pull off. We want it all!

Brecklyn and Cameron’s wedding in Austin, Texas, is the epitome of elegance. With a classic color palette of white, black and gold, the couple and planner Caplan Miller Events orchestrated a beautiful ballroom fete inside the Four Seasons hotel, preceded by a simple and traditional ceremony at Central Christian Church. Breckyln’s lace gown is stunning, with a crystal and silk detail that cinches her waist. We love the white bouquets bridesmaids carried, as well as the towering candelabra arrangements inside the reception! We’re so glad Jennifer Lindberg Weddings shared this stunning wedding with us!

Bride Kristen says she and new husband Brad knew they wanted a fun, relaxed atmosphere for their wedding, so after their sweet ceremony at The Smith Family Chapel at Riverbend Church in Austin, everyone headed to her parents’ backyard for a laid-back but elegant reception. With the help of tents and light blue and white linens and lots of pretty blooms by Freytag’s Florist, the grassy yard was transformed into Kristen and Brad’s dream come true. And while the atmosphere was relaxed, Kristen looked sophisticated in her Watters gown, accompanied by bridesmaids dressed in shimmering dark gray Jenny Yoo Collection creations. Shannon Cunningham Photography did a wonderful job allowing the personality of this affair shine through in pictures. We just love this charming affair!

Yesterday we visited the stunning Amalfi coast, and today we venture to the rolling hills of Provence, France, for Clara and Martin’s breathtaking wedding, held at Auberge La Fenière. The fabulous KT Merry Photography was on-hand to capture all the details of their big day, like Clara’s Morgane Le Fay gown—check out that swinging ruffled skirt!—and the beauty of the olive grove surroundings. The pale blooms in bouquets and table arrangements by Une Fleur m’a Dit are gorgeous, but we’re absolutely enthralled with the delicate pink boutonnieres accented by white feathers! This elegant and laid-back event is just spilling over with pretty-in-pink charm and romance!