Lush Pink + Sophisticated Austin Wedding

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!

Classic details are awash at Emily and Joe’s lovely Lake Tahoe wedding, held at West Shore Cafe and Inn. The waterfront space was transformed with lush Southern-style hydrangea blooms woven with magnolia leaves from Blooms by Martha Andrews. “We knew that we wanted a more traditional looking wedding, rather than Tahoe rustic, and the team at Merrily Wed helped our vision come to life,” Emily says. A mostly white palette mixed with a light dove gray allowed texture to play into the decor, with accents such as pretty white Swiss dot linens from La Tavola Fine Linen Rental. Emily’s stunning gown from Vera Wang includes a beaded belt on a column-style silhouette that fans into a flowy chiffon skirt. We adore her cage heels from Jimmy Choo as well! Bridesmaids wore gray-lavender Amsale dresses that complement the majestic mountains surrounding the water. Dinner and dancing were held on the patio and pier, where chandeliers and bistro lighting hung for a romantic feel. A classic cake from The El Dorado crowned the dessert table, filled with confections from Homage Bakery. We are swooning over these amazing images from Jonathan Young Weddings!

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!

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!

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!

There’s no better way to start off the week than with an absolutely gorgeous wedding! Nicki and Matt’s stunning soiree at Santa Barbara’s Bacara Resort is complete and utter perfection. The clean and classic navy, ivory, and gold color palette complements the natural beauty of the resort perfectly, and we are swooning over every detail from the blue calligraphy to the glittery linens, and the lovely florals by Toast. You & Me Events made sure the day ran smoothly, and guests danced the night away to So Cal DJs. Jordana of Hazelnut Photography captured the day with all of her usual grace and we are head over heels! See it all in the gallery!

Elizabeth and Kenneth’s chic affair is brimming with style! Following their traditional church ceremony at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, the couple welcomed guests at a sophisticated reception at Oheka Castle Hotel & Estate in Huntington, New York. We love all of the elegance neutral details bring, like all white blooms from Flowers by Brian, taupe bridesmaids dresses by Amsale, and modern gold and cream invitations from Inklinations Calligraphy, Invitations & Gifts. Elizabeth’s custom gown from Wedding Salon of Manhasset is simply stunning, with a lace top that adds an ethereal quality. More gold, cream, and pale green details dot the tablescapes and cake by Chef Daniel Andreotti. We can’t get enough of this gorgeous day from Sue Kessler of Christian Oth Studio—see even more loveliness in the gallery!

We love a gorgeous spring wedding, and this one fills the bill perfectly. Stephanie and Jeremy’s wedding at the Hotel Bel Air was held in the garden beneath a gazebo draped with lush flowers and greenery by Flower Wild. The flowy light taupe of the Amsale bridesmaids dresses are elegant next to Stephanie’s ethereal Monique Lhuillier gown. We love the look of organic elements like tree bark and moss and twinkling lights shown in these photos from Gia Canali Photography. This is such a lovely, gorgeous affair!

You can never go wrong with a combination of black and white, and that’s only further proved in the details of Whitney and Andrew’s wedding. Their classic church ceremony at Bethany United Church of Christ gave way to a chic black-and-white reception at Architectural Artifacts in Chicago. We are nearly stunned into silence by Whitney’s amazing Vera Wang—especially the detailed bodice and the knot ties down the back—and the equally lovely black bridesmaids dresses, all different based on each lady’s selection. The always wonderful Clary Photo took these breathtaking images that we’re sharing with you today, and we love the small details the most. Check out the pearl pin monogram on Whitney’s bouquet by Stemline Creative, the sophisticated stationery suite from Aerialist Press, and the icing monogram on the simple cake from Lovin Oven Cakery LLC. See all the gorgeous images in the gallery!

To visit gorgeous Charleston, SC is to enjoy classic Southern charm at its best! Susan and Charlie—who attended medical school in the charming town—chose Charleston’s historic Lowndes Grove Plantation for their elegant soirée, which featured lush lavender details, including beautiful arrangements from Gathering Floral + Event Design. Susan and Charlie are adventurous eaters who wanted an unexpected element in their reception dining, so they chose Fish restaurant to prepare favorite dishes. Their cake—a modern square shaped confection topped with lavender flowers—was created by Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal. Susan’s Vera Wang gown, simple and elegant, looks so fabulous with her flowing cathedral-length veil, and blue silk bridesmaids dresses from J.Crew are the perfect complement to the Lowcountry setting! We can’t get enough of these stunning images from A Bryan Photo!

Glamorous and classic, Lauren and Ryan’s Houston wedding had us at hello! After a traditional ceremony at their family church, the couple held an elegant reception at the stunning Crystal Ballroom, where guests enjoyed food from iconic Houston restaurant Sambuca and dessert from Who Made the Cake! Pale pink and ivory rose centerpieces from Special Arrangements complimented the beautiful venue, and Lauren’s bouquet was the perfect accessory for her Cinderella-style gown! Sit back and fall in love with the gorgeous images from the talented Reg Campbell!

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!

Kristen and Andrew wed beneath a beautiful oak tree on the Barr Mansion’s pristine property in Austin, Texas. “The venue was so naturally beautiful we kept the decor fairly simple using mostly candles and shades of coral and pink flowers,” the bride said. We adore the floral arrangements by Stems Floral Design, which were a mix of peonies, white orchids, mint succulents and pops of magenta accents set atop clear vessels. Taylor Lord Photography captured all the details to perfection, including their adorable cake display!

Gabrielle and Chris wanted to get married somewhere that felt enchanted and once they saw the natural beauty and elegance of Meadowood Napa Valley they knew it was the right place! Their outdoor ceremony was held in front of a marvelous birch altar adorned with hanging sweet pea and although they did not have a bridal party, their adorable puppy, Lola, acted as their ring bearer. The flowers by Cherries Flowers are the epitome of natural elegance and included garden roses, ranunculus, sweet peas, jasmine, and astilbe. I’m absolutely in love with their unique escort cards: a sparkling display of natural crystals and gemstones wrapped in copper wire and set upon a bed of moss. Each table had an explanation of the spiritual meaning of its stone, the head table being Amethyst which symbolized “pure and true emotional love.” Enjoy these incredible photos by the amazing Gia Canali!

I’m in love with Colette and Luke’s gorgeous rustic and romantic Austin wedding. Classic black bridesmaids dresses and sleek, modern tuxes plus gorgeous florals by Petal Pushers? Adore!  The couple incorporated natural, rustic elements into their wedding without compromising the elegance of the event. My favorite detail is the aspen logs that Colette’s dad hollowed out to be used as vessels for the flowers and programs. You’re going to absolutely swoon over these gorgeous photos by La Dolce Vita Photography!

One gaze at this wedding and it would be hard to imagine that Leah and Andy wanted a laid-back fête to reflect their easygoing selves because their wedding is dripping with classic elements. To say the least, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is an old world vision that Renee Lemaire Photography certainly captured at the Porter’s big day. Every aspect of the grounds exudes romance and the whole place looks like it was plucked out of a fairytale. Leah recalls going to Stan Hywet often as a little girl, so she knew it was THE place and after showing Andy, they were both hooked and began dreaming up their wedding. Their September wedding day consisted of a delicate cream and ivory palette with dabs of blush, expert florals by The Budding Tree, and ending the night twirling away underneath the trees and the stars.

We just want more and more of this Texas wedding shoot by ML Photo & Film! We can’t get enough of those sky high magnolia trees and the ultra-southern Woodbine Mansion sitting pretty in the background. To our heart’s delight, Eclipse Event Co. wanted to keep the style fresh and sweet as tea, with the always-classic white and ivory paired with cornflower blue accents along with hints of gold in the cutlery and peach linens. The medium powdery blue certainly stood out on the sprawling manor’s grounds, tying everything together to result in an epic rendition of “southern charm”. This one is certainly for the Pinterest boards!

On the day of Katie and Alan’s wedding, Dallas decided to unleash a massive storm, so the couple and their wedding planner, Sarah of Keestone Events, moved their planned outdoor ceremony inside the gorgeous ballroom of Arlington Hall. And while we wouldn’t call a monsoon on your wedding day ideal, we have to say that the stunning indoor celebration may just have been a blessing in disguise! The golden ballroom made a beautiful ceremony and reception setting, and the elegant floral arch by Moss Floral Design did double duty as ceremony altar and a lovely backdrop for the reception! For the reception, white and gold centerpieces enhanced the golden beauty of the ballroom, while a pop of purple echoed the bridesmaids flowing dresses. The result is timeless perfection, beautifully captured by Dyan Kethley Photography!