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E M I LY + G R AY S O N A romantic winter soiree
H O L L I D AY + D A V I D An unforgettable summer celebration
KRISTEN + KELLEN A classic summer garden party
K AT E + C A M E R O N A floral infused dream
A-1 real weddings AUSTIN WEDDINGS IN REVIEW
Mint Photography
A collection of the Hill Country’s most beautiful weddings
Feather & Twine
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Julie Wilhite Photography GUIDE TO THE ULTIM ATE
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DESSERT ENVY Austin’s most delicious dessert vendors - and their best eats - revealed
PLANNER PROFILES An inside look at Austin’s top wedding planners
VIVID BEAUTY A curated collection of fashion-forward gowns for the spirited bride
INDIGO Romantic indigo at Firefly Farms
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Modern inspired details at The Blanton Museum
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A sleek collection at Lakeaway Resort & Spa
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PA R A D I S E PA L E T T E Vibrant hues at Horseshoe Bay
Penelope L’amore Photography
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The Bird and The Bear
PRAIRIE Prairie chic wedding inspiration at Hidden River Ranch
SUMMER SHADES A sunny collection for your summer soiree at Hidden Falls
THE ART OF FOOD Decedent dishes and savory sides from Austin’s best caterers
Shelley Elena Photography
G E T T H E PA R T Y S TA R T E D
A look at the best in Austin wedding entertainment
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/ PLANNER PROFILE/
Bespoke Events
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A LOOK AT THE DESIGNS AND PL ANNING EXPERTISE OF LINDSAY MEIER OF BESPOKE EVENTS
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in the details....
loved the simplicity of this tablescape, allowing the centerpiece to really shine. I had a vision of an organic free-flowing arrangement with vines growing out and down the length of the table, and Clementine Botanical Art delivered in such a big way! I wanted the palette to be vibrant and colorful, while still feeling whimsical and romantic. I wanted to create something that felt light and airy, so we opted for the oversized Silk and Willow linen with extra fabric billowing at either end. To bring a contemporary feel to the tablescape we opted for clean white chairs and simple place settings.
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onceptualizing the wedding design is my absolute favorite part of the planning process, because it allows me to be truly creative. While there are definite stylistic consistencies in my work, one of the things I love most about design is that no two weddings I design look the same. I love really exploring the bride and groom’s style and personality to create an atmosphere that is truly unique to them. I’ve designed dark and moody and vibrant fiesta all in one season, and that is one of the things that I love most about my work! Variety and creativity is at the heart of what we do, creating truly personal, one-of-a-kind weddings.
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VARIETY AND CREATIVITY IS AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO, CREATING TRULY PERSONAL, ONE-OF-A-KIND WEDDINGS.
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PHOTOS | KRYSTLE AK IN PHOTOG RAPHY
VENDORS: Krystle Akin • Remi & Gold • Marquee Event Rentals • Birch + Brass • Serendipity Bridal The McKellars • Prospect House • Molly Makeup • Watters • Knot Standard
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Nick and Brianne’s wedding at Prospect House, though my favorite detail was the lounge vignette turned photo op. Nick and Brianne were married at their church, but they wanted to be sure that the picturesque ceremony space at Prospect House didn’t go unnoticed, so we decided to turn it into a photo op for guests. In lieu of a traditional photo booth, we used the existing ceremony structure to frame the shot, adding in vintage textiles, furnishings and floral accents to create a picturesque backdrop for guests to snap photos all night long. It was a huge hit, and made for some great photos!
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love that florals are moving in such an organic direction, and that clients are thinking beyond the tablescape in regards to botanical elements. I am a big fan of statement pieces, and love the idea of focusing budget on major botanical installations and taking a more simplistic approach on tablescapes. It’s a brilliant way to have that “wow” element, while keeping the budget in check.
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VIVID A CURATED COLLECTION OF FASHION-FORWARD GOWNS AND BOLD ACCESSORIES FOR THE SPIRITED BRIDE.
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HAIR & MAKEUP VIDEOGRAPHY
FLAIR STYLE LOUNGE | WWW.FLAIRSTYLELOUNGE.COM
THE BIRD & THE BEAR | WWW.THEBIRDTHEBEAR.COM
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Blanton Museum of Art The Blanton Museum of Art provides stunning spaces for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Guests can mingle in the Atrium under soaring 50-foot skylights, on the covered outdoor Loggia and throughout the spectacular galleries. A unique location for any special event, the museum is also centrally located, just minutes from the State Capitol. W W W. B L A N T O N M U S E U M . O R G
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The Flower Girl W W W. T H E F L O W E R G I R L T X . C O M
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A U S T I N
WEDDING DIRECTORY Beneke-Ryan ..................................A77
Ladewig-Landers .......................A71-72
Bennett-Alford ...............................A76
Leach-McKeon ..............................A80
Bishop-Taylor............................A57-58
Mabute-Charles .........................A17-20
Brown-Smith .............................A45-46
Matousek-Dobelman......................A5-8
Callahan-Erickson .....................A49-50
Maupin-Dunford........................A51-52
Car michael-Hart .......................A73-74
Meyer-Haynes...............................A1-4
DeClerk-Allmond ...........................A83
Morrison-Minsky .......................A65-66
Dickman-Kirby..........................A63-64
Nelson-Lane..............................A29-32
Duggan-Edmonds ......................A33-36
Patterson-Anderson ...................A43-44
Gonzalez-Gibson .......................A69-70
Paulk-Standefer..............................A81
Gooch-Neid ...................................A78
Rowe-Heartfield .............................A75
Hajovsky-Fagerstrom..................A41-42
Rush-Morganti ............................A9-12
Haney-Gaither ...............................A79
Rypien-McClendon ....................A21-24
Harris-Chaney...........................A61-62
Sanchez-Aguilar ........................A13-16
Henderson-Hinton..........................A82
Spencer-Zieschang.....................A47-48
Johnson-Ruscitti ........................A59-60
Verdicchio-Rowland...................A55-56
Jones-Clayton ............................A67-68
Willett-Fischer...........................A37-40
Kasper-Reisdorf ........................A53-54
Wilson-Williams ........................A25-28
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ON THE COVER
THE LOOK THE GOWN | Faille de Soie slim fit to flare Amsale gown with sheer silk organza bodice with French lace hand appliqué from Julian Gold Bridal paired with fish net stockings and silver pumps. A diamond wedding band from The Menagerie and necklace from Anthropologie completed the look. BEAUTY | Tousled waves and a pop of color to accentuate the bold cat eye update this classic beauty look created by FlAir Style Lounge. VENUE | Located in downtown Austin, 800 Congress features an open warehouse look that’s industrial yet polished with original exposed brick and foundation walls. Mural by SprATX artists.
THE PHOTOGRAPHER
With photography that is authentic, organic and filled with joy— my passion lies in capturing two people who are truly in love and want to elegantly celebrate dedicating their lives to one another. Julie Wilhite Photography is based in Austin, but available for travel worldwide.
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egan’s coworker knew she would be a great match for his friend Robert. Turns out – he was right! Their friend secretly set up the couple to meet on a group bike ride in Austin. They both had no idea the setup was happening, but Megan and Robert quickly hit it off. After the bike ride, he asked for her number and they were soon inseparable. A few years later, Megan and Robert met up with a friend to go on a morning run down Shoal Creek. Unlike past runs, Robert had set up a little pit stop – a proposal! While running, Megan spotted signs from Robert lining their path asking her to marry him. Completely surprised, they veered to the side of the path where he knelt down. It was an intimate spot and Megan loved that he chose to include a hobby they like doing together as a way to propose. Other Local Vendors: Green Lily Bakery • Austin’s Best DJs & Photo Booths • Fingerpistol • Good Seed Floral Design • Tone & State • ILIOS Lighting Design • LoLa Beauty • Reiner’s Fine Jewelry • Uptown Valet and Transportation • Bella Bridesmaids
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