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THE START OF SOMETHING SPECIAL START OFmoreSOMETHING FTHE ewer periods in life are special than engagementSPECIAL season. The blissful beginnings of a lifetime of love marked by one precious milestone — the start of wedding planning. The season naturally lends itself to perpetual Fewer periods in life are more special than engagement season. The blissful pinning and scouring of Instagram religiously for ideas, all as the vision

beginnings of a lifetime of love marked by one precious milestone — the for a dream wedding begins to take shape. Certainly there is no shortage of start of wedding planning. The season naturally lends itself to perpetual inspiration, yet assembling the right team of vendors that can be trusted to pinning and scouring of Instagram religiously for ideas, all as the vision bring all of those aspirations to actual life is another story altogether. for a dream wedding begins to take shape. Certainly there is no shortage of inspiration, yet assembling the right team of vendors that can be trusted to For over a decade, the core of our mission has been to make planning bring all of those aspirations to actual life is another story altogether. seamless for couples by connecting them to the absolute best wedding vendors the local marketplace has to offer. Throughout the state of Texas, For over a decade, the core of our mission has been to make planning we’ve been honored to share the talents of top wedding creatives with seamless for couples by connecting them to the absolute best wedding couples planning in Austin and in Dallas, and we’re overjoyed to now vendors the local marketplace has to offer. Throughout the state of Texas, service couples that call Houston home with the inaugural issue of Brides of we’ve been honored to share the talents of top wedding creatives with Houston, the launch of hundreds of weddings and styled inspiration shoots couples planning in Austin and in Dallas, and we’re overjoyed to now online and a curated social channel packed to the brim of the region’s top service couples that call Houston home with the inaugural issue of Brides of talent and extraordinary Houston weddings.

Houston, the launch of hundreds of weddings and styled inspiration shoots online and a curated social channel packed to the brim of the region’s top The Houston wedding community is full of tremendous talent and this talent and extraordinary Houston weddings. inaugural issue marks the start of something special, as Houston wedding creatives have all collaborated to bring each and every page of this incredible The Houston wedding community is full of tremendous talent and this resource to life. It’s a 100% local mission designed to give our audience a inaugural issue marks the start of something special, as Houston wedding true feel for vendors based right here in Houston that can be trusted to make creatives have all collaborated to bring each and every page of this incredible their dream day everything they envision. resource to life. It’s a 100% local mission designed to give our audience a true feel for vendors based right here in Houston that can be trusted to make In this issue, you’ll meet some of Houston’s top wedding planners and their their dream day everything they envision. artfully designed styled settings beginning on page 20. Get the scoop on two perfectly planned celebrations with Wedding Walkthroughs on page 73. If In this issue, you’ll meet some of Houston’s top wedding planners and their fashion is your focus, head over to page 50 and take in the beautiful wedding artfully designed styled settings beginning on page 20. Get the scoop on two gowns from boutiques across the metroplex with Wild Rose. Flower lovers perfectly planned celebrations with Wedding Walkthroughs on page 73. If can certainly get their feel for an abundance of beautiful designs with fashion is your focus, head over to page 50 and take in the beautiful wedding Overflower on page 41, and if you’re hunting for more color inspo, you gowns from boutiques across the metroplex with Wild Rose. Flower lovers won’t want to miss a series of Color Collabs on page 85. can certainly get their feel for an abundance of beautiful designs with Overflower on page 41, and if you’re hunting for more color inspo, you You’ll also spot icons throughout many of the pages for Insta Tips — a cue won’t want to miss a series of Color Collabs on page 85. that you’ll find even more creative and helpful info on so many topics you see via our Insta channel Tips highlight. And while you’re there, follow You’ll also spot icons throughout many of the pages for Insta Tips — a cue our Events highlight to stay in the know on Houston bridal events, fashion that you’ll find even more creative and helpful info on so many topics you trunk shows at local bridal boutiques, venue open houses plus the deets on see via our Insta channel Tips highlight. And while you’re there, follow shopping experiences, sales and giveaways offered by retailers throughout our Events highlight to stay in the know on Houston bridal events, fashion the metro. Or, you may find yourself simply mesmerized with the feed trunk shows at local bridal boutiques, venue open houses plus the deets on and a swipe up gets you connected easily to the local vendor behind every shopping experiences, sales and giveaways offered by retailers throughout beautiful image! the metro. Or, you may find yourself simply mesmerized with the feed and a swipe up gets you connected easily to the local vendor behind every We’re so honored to be a resource throughout every phase of your planning beautiful image! process. Message us along the way, we want to get to know you! DM us your questions and be sure to share your journey with us using #bridesofhouston.

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This perfectly planned intimate backyard soiree fell on none other than Cinco de Mayo and was packed full of pretty and vibrant details. Vintage sombreros, hand-designed napkins, a Mexican bridal cake, papel picado and a flamenco guitarist carried the festive theme throughout. And as a nod to the couple’s new last name, Swan, and the movie “Father of the Bride,” two live swans made an appearance!

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“ We strive to do a deeper dive into the details — handwritten signage, quippy verbiage on paper goods, out-of-the-box thinking with every vignette…and we always strive to make the guests smile and leave thinking, ‘Wow, now THAT was a party!’

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THE COUPLE CECILE & STEPHEN SWAN

married may 5, 2018

“ Courtney Paddock and her team at Little Coterie truly nailed it. I was very specific with them and explained my vision of the evening.

They made it all come to life in such a short period of time. They even found the swans!

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FEATUR ED V ENDOR S

wedding planner / L I T T L E C O T E R I E

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Guests traveled from all over the world to celebrate Brittany and Rolf.

They wanted a wedding that not only looked beautiful, but reflected their

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story and celebrated Rolf’s Brazilian roots and Brittany’s New England home.

The invitations were sent in both English and Portuguese, and the favors included Bem Casados (which translates to “Well Married”), Vermont syrup and Woodford Reserve Kentucky Bourbon honoring their favorite vacation spot. On top of the must-have list was a stunning dessert table featuring four cakes and over 600 Brazilian desserts that became a focal point at the reception.

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and creating a day that isn’t a replica of everything on Pinterest, but instead take into account their love story and their unique priorities.

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THE COUPLE BRITTANY & ROLF MODESTO

married november 18, 2017

“ Rolf said his vows in English for my family and I said my vows in Portuguese for the large group of family and guests who came in from Brazil in front of the 15th century French chapel rebuilt stone by stone at Houston Oaks.

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photography / K A T I H E W I T T P H O T O G R A P H Y

videography / R E V E R E N T W E D D I N G F I L M S

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bronwyne kaye make-up artist

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Lindasy Elizabeth Photography

Lindasy Elizabeth Photography

Elegant & Unparalleled

(281) 238-4700

West Houston’s premiere wedding venue.

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The couple wanted the party to begin the moment their guests stepped foot on property. Guests were treated to champagne underneath 100 year old oak trees before the ceremony. The bride made her memorable walk with her dad down the floral lined aisle leading to a stunning archway draped in lush white florals. The bride wanted to drape the ceiling to add a softer touch with the oak trees surrounding all the guests. It was a classic ballroom outdoors!

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“ When planning Nicole and Aaron’s wedding weekend, location was a priority. They wanted a place where their family and friends could enjoy the weekend. They chose The Clubs at Houston Oaks so they could not only host their wedding, but their rehearsal dinner as well. The bride wanted a classic

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“ The Gun Club was the perfect setting for the rehearsal dinner. It allowed the couple to host 100 of their closest family and friends as well as provided the masculine touch that represented Aaron’s love for hunting. The families horns from their personal collection were added to each centerpiece. As favors, we had a local honey company fill jars for each person to take home at the end of the evening. We tried to incorporate farm to table as much as possible. ” - ALYSSA MEEKS, ALYSSA MEEKS EVENTS

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THE COUPLE NICOLE & AARON GOODMAN

married march 3, 2018

“ Alyssa Meeks — what an amazing wedding planner! She helped ensure everything was seamless during the entire planning process.

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- NICOLE GOODMAN, BRIDE

FEATUR ED V ENDOR S

wedding & rehearsal dinner florist / B R A M B L E A N D B E E wedding & rehearsal dinner planning & design / A L Y S S A M E E K S E V E N T S

Other Local Vendors: kiss the cook cakes · scripted events · in10city band, divisi strings · blushing beauty by nikki · evergreen event rental · jamie lewis artistry · make a face photo booths · ab motion video+photo · aztec events & tents · the clubs at houston oaks · monarch limousines · pete scafadi · swift + company

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to make it easier by sharing the inside scoop on this fabulous hotspot!

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gown, earrings | THE PRINCESS BRIDAL www.theprincessbridal.com floral | ODE TO JOY FLOWERS www.odetojoyflowers.com hair & makeup | TOUSLED + TEASED www.tousledandteased.com photography | CATHERINE SMEADER PHOTOGRAPHY www.catherinesmeader.com venue | BRISCOE MANOR www.briscoemanor.com

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With several venues on their expansive 50-acre estate, Briscoe Manor allows you to create a custom backdrop for your nuptials. Nestled among beautiful pecan and oak trees, the venue is located in the heart of West Houston. Wedding parties have the property to themselves and can end the perfect day with a breathtaking fireworks display!

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calligraphy & signage | HALF MOON LETTERING www.halfmoonlettering.com floral | LANSON B. JONES & CO. FLORAL www.lbjfloral-events.com gown | BRICKHOUSE BRIDAL www.brickhousebridal.com hair & makeup | SUNKISSED & MADE UP www.sunkissedandmadeup.com venue | CHAPMAN & KIRBY www.chapmanandkirby.com photography & videography | AMA BY AISHA www.amabyaisha.com

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cake, desserts | CAKES BY GINA www.cakesbygina.com floral | FLORA & FAUNA www.floraandfaunatx.com gown, headpiece | LOVE AND LACE BRIDAL BOUTIQUE www.loveandlacetexas.com hair & makeup | BLUSHWORTHY www.blushworthytx.com linens, napkins, chargers | EB INC. EVENT RENTALS www.ebincevents.com photography | TINY MUM PHOTOGRAPHY www.tinymumphotography.com venue | THE VINE www.thevineweddings.com

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THE VINE www.t h ev i n ewe d d i n g s .co m | @ t h evine newulm

Situated on 23 beautiful acres, The Vine exudes Texas style and southern hospitality. The reception hall, lovingly called “The Barrel Barn” features reclaimed wood walls, floor-toceiling fireplaces on each end and customized sliding barn doors. The Union Bell Chapel is the perfect place to say, “I do,” and private cottages give the bride and groom a place to relax with their wedding parties leading up to the big day!

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florals | F. DELLIT DESIGNS www.fdellitdesigns.com photography | ASHLEN SYDNEY PHOTOGRAPHY www.ashlensydneyphotography.com gown + earrings | UNBRIDALED www.unbridaled.com invitation suite | DREAMS & NOSTALGIA www.dreamsandnostalgia.com makeup | HEY DOLL BEAUTY www.heydollbeauty.com hair | CALLIE ELIZABETH HAIR www.callieelizabethhair.com cake | SHELBY ELIZABETH CAKES www.shelbyelizabethcakes.com venue | WATERS EDGE VENUE www.watersedgevenue.com

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Located just 20 minutes from downtown Houston and nestled on a private lakefront property, Waters Edge Venue loves nothing more than hosting a stress-free, fun and beautiful wedding day for their couples. With three main spaces – the picturesque waterfront ceremony spot, a spacious covered patio and a modern indoor reception area – Waters Edge can comfortably seat up to 300 guests. Beautifully landscaped grounds and our favorite feature, the signature palm-tree lined aisle, make this venue an unforgettable place to host the waterfront celebration you’ve always dreamed of.

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hristina and Phillip are both pharmacists, and they met while she was doing a rotation at Memorial Hermann Memorial City. She shadowed Phillip around the ER as part of the rotation. They got through the rotation together with some awkward moments, but they kept it professional. She remembers thinking on her last day that she would probably never see him again. A few weeks after the rotation had ended, Phillip found and messaged her on Facebook, started talking, and never stopped!

Their wedding day was a casual celebration with one hundred of their closest family and friends. It was a sweet, springtime garden wedding just as they had envisioned.

Phillip and Christina both loved spending time with their family. Christina’s mother passed away several years ago, and she made sure they had a framed picture of her at the wedding so she could be there in spirit.

Other Local Vendors: Whisk Bakery • Cafe Natalie Catering • Any Occasion Tents & Events • Lavish Linens • Unique Style Productions • Joyful Ink Calligraphy • The Houston PhotoBooth • IW Marks • Reiner’s Fine Jewelry • Leap Productions • Sarah Lydia Events • River Oaks Garden Club

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ric proposed while he and Gabriela were on vacation in Turks & Caicos.

They had a photographer take pictures of them on the beach and he popped the question! Afterwards they celebrated with a romantic private dinner on the beach.

Gabriela’s wedding vision was a romantic summer wedding with lots of candles and florals. They had a nice ceremony outside on the patio and then moved everyone inside for a cocktail hour and reception. Their guests enjoyed an open bar and amazing food! Gabriela wanted a traditional seated dinner, and to start things off they surprised their guests with a performance from the talented violinist Damien Escobar. Everyone loved his performance and were on their feet! After dinner, they continued with the dance portion, cake cutting, and farewell with glow sticks and a bubble machine. It was definitely a night to remember!

Other Local Vendors: Ivory Bridal Atelier • Whisk Bakery • The Dunlavy • Millie Garcia • DJ Mr.Rogers • Letter and Leather • Bespoken Beauty • Beautiful Faces by Katie • The Klasik Kreatives • Common Polished • MirMir • Damien Escobar

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mily met Nick through mutual friends and soon after they grabbed lunch.

While she thought they were meeting for a casual lunch at Hobbit Cafe, he thought it was a lunch date. Regardless, Nick moved to Denver for work not long after and the pair kept in touch as friends. The following year, they reconnected and became official.

After dating for five years, Nick asked Emily to dinner at Hobbit Cafe where the couple sat at the same table they sat at on their first “date.” Emily didn’t think anything was unusual and suspected nothing. When the waitress served their dessert, Emily saw a ring perched on the plate. To her surprise, Nick got down on one knee and popped the question! She excitedly said yes as the small eatery erupted in applause!

Other Local Vendors: Adorne Artistry • Volare Italian Restaurant • Sugary & Chic Cake Boutique • Wink by Erica • Royers Round Top Cafe • Excel Pours Bar Catering • Aztec Events & Tents • Drywater Band • Nib & Pixel • Nancy Aidee Photography • Nacol & Co. • Crescent Films • Meadowlake Farm • Divisi Strings • Bella Bridesmaids

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uliette and Dino met through mutual friends in 2012. She was an undergrad at the University of Houston and he was in medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The pair kept bumping into each other and eventually became study partners before dating. Whether they were traveling or staying home to cook, Juliette and Dino always had a great time with one another.

The couple cherish their two Pomeranians so Dino incorporated them into his proposal. When Juliette saw that Dino had dressed up the pups in adorable ties, she immediately began taking photos. Once she realized what the dogs were dressed up for, she put her phone down! Dino asked for Juliette’s hand in marriage and presented her with a ring that was attached to one of their dog’s collars. Excitedly, she said yes!

Other Local Vendors: Ivory Bridal Atelier • Buttercup Bakery • Cafe Natalie Catering • Aztec Events & Tents • Swift + Company • JPL Entertainment • Oui Desserts • Bows and Arrows Flowers • Nib and Pixel • The Houston PhotoBooth • Hermann Park Conservancy McGovern Centennial Gardens • AFC Transportation • Third Floor Strings • Bella Bridesmaids • byDesign Films

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eghan and Jacque met at work. With a name like Jacque Passino, she was expecting an exotic man with an accent. When he popped his head over the cubicles to introduce himself, Meghan was surprised - but not disappointed - to see a long, tall Texan. A few weeks later, she was checking the company’s HR policies on office romance!

The couple was enjoying a post-Thanksgiving trip to New Orleans when Jacque popped the question. At the close of the trip, he made up a story about needing to go back to their hotel to change his shoes. As he dug through his suitcase looking for “shoes,” he pulled out a ring. Meghan says everything went hazy as she excitedly said, “Yes!” The pair spent the rest of the night celebrating on Frenchmen Street!

Other Local Vendors: Casa De Novia Bridal Couture • Edible Designs by Jessie • The Grove • Aztec Events & Tents • KlockWork Band • Hey Bernadette • Pink Palette Artists • Awake Photography • The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation • HTX Diamonds • Discovery Green • House of Hough

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uchi and Meet met through mutual friends from the University of Texas. She was only in town for the summer before moving to New York City, so they hung out constantly for the first few weeks. They made the long distance relationship work, and four years later, they got married!

The wedding day began at a very early 5 a.m. for Ruchi to get ready in her traditional Indian bridal attire. She and Meet did their first look on the rooftop of the Marriott Marquis. They locked eyes and captured that amazing emotional moment.

They felt like they were on top of the world. For the ceremony, Meet rode up in a vintage Rolls Royce with his family and friends dancing along his side. The traditional Hindu ceremony lasted about an hour. They had a stunning reception with over 500 guests where they danced until the early hours of the morning.

Other Local Vendors: Roland’s Swiss Pastry & Bakery • The Bombay Brasserie • Prashe Decor • Karma DJs • Beauty By Mahreen Khan • Joseph West Photography • Epique Cinema • Sam’s Limousine • Jordan Limousines • Rathi Menon Events • The Original Henna Company • Marriott Marquis Houston

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ara and Matt first met for drinks while living in Southern California. They talked for hours about how they grew up, their families, jobs, baseball, ballet, and everything in between. They shut the place down! The couple was preparing for an upcoming trip to Italy when Matt popped the question. Matt said he went out to the store to grab a few groceries, but what he was really doing was calling Dara’s parents for permission and buying champagne! When he got home, he slyly set up a camera, told her he’d forgotten something, and asked her to marry him on bended knee. She jumped into his arms, kissed him, and said yes!

Their best friend and Matt’s college roommate officiated the intimate ceremony in front of 90 of their closest family and friends. They shared a last dance to “Home Is In Your Arms” by White Buffalo while their guests surrounded them on the dance floor with sparklers in-hand.

Other Local Vendors: Sinfully Sweet Cake Designs • Aztec Events & Tents • Swift + Company • AFC Transportation • Monroe Cinematic Storytelling • The Posh Affair Events + Catering

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Kelli Durham

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elaney met Ryan during their first week of freshman year of college.

They lived in the same apartment building and spent a lot of time together as friends. A year later, Delaney eventually came to her senses and let Ryan out of the “friend zone.”

The couple was vacationing in Laguna Beach when Ryan proposed on the beach! After the proposal, Delaney spotted both of their families in the distance – they had flown in to surprise her!

After six years together, Delaney and Ryan celebrated with a blissful wedding! They were married at St. Anne Catholic Community, which is a special place for them and a reception was held at The Astorian. From the breathtaking venue to each tiny detail, the pair felt as though everything was a perfect representation of who they are. The happy couple can’t thank their talented vendors enough for bringing their vision to life!

Other Local Vendors: Casa de Novia Bridal • Who Made the Cake! • Cordua Catering • House of Hough • Essen Entertainment • Embossed Graphics of Texas • Awake Photography • The Astorian • B&B Butchers & Restaurant • Hoffman Jewelers • Dimensions by Dan • Cakewalk Films • Love Detailed Events • Steel City Pops • Sam's Limousine & Transportation • Bella Bridesmaids

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eena and Dave rode the same bus as first year medical students.

Dave thought they were friends as soon as they met. Zeena interpreted Dave’s reticence, lack of smiling, and monotone voice as evidence that they were enemies. At least they can agree that they were mutual friends by the end of second year. While Dave was working on the PhD part of his MD/ PhD, Zeena completed medical school and started residency. After fiveand-a-half years of just being friends, their friendship became more than a friendship in December 2012.

Some of the best moments from their wedding day were the ones where it was just them: reading letters to each other, the first look, candid photos prior to the ceremony, the first dance, even cutting the cake with everyone else in the periphery. At the same time, it was incredible to have an entire place filled with the people they love.

Other Local Vendors: Roop Sari Palace • Sameera Faridi Design Studio • Who Made the Cake! • Jackson & Company • Corinthian Houston • DJ Yogi-G • Tiny’s Milk & Cookies • MUA Chrystal Hutton • Sassani Photography • My Event is the Bomb • Whiteflash • 31 Films • New Fancy 22KT Jewelers • Electric Karma • Ashu’s Henna Art • The Neon Gallery • J & D Entertainment

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ram and Toan met at a luncheon in 2012, but didn’t begin dating until two years later. The day before Tram’s birthday the couple was vacationing in Italy. Tram thought the pair was set to go on a private tour in a small town on the Almafi Coast, but Toan had bigger plans. The tour guides were actually photographers and captured the most picturesque proposal when they pulled over to enjoy an incredible view of the city and coast.

The wedding was full of tradition and began with the Vietnamese tea ceremony. Tram wore a traditional but modern red Vietnamese dress. The groom and wedding party lined up with offerings of tea, fruit, gifts, jewelry and cakes. Then, the groom’s parents knocked on the door officially asking the bride’s parents for permission for their son to marry their daughter. The most memorable moments happened during the formal tea ceremony where they said prayers for their ancestors’ blessings and the parents welcomed the bride and groom to their families.

Other Local Vendors: Lsamourx Bakeshop • Kim Son Restaurant • The Astorian • Blooming Gallery • DJ Phon • Bright Star • Cin & Min Studios • Katie Nguyen • PicMe Events • XAVER Jewels • Mr5Limo • Divisi Strings • Geno Suits You

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Leighanne Herr

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indy and Jonathan met through an online dating site – just as she was about to deactivate her account. Ironically, Jonathan was the first guy she saw and Cindy was the first girl he saw. They both agree that some things are meant to be!

On their two-year anniversary, the couple traveled to Houston for a Yayoi Kusama exhibit, an artist best known for dazzling mirror room exhibits. The exhibit is so popular, ticket holders are only allowed 60 seconds inside. Once in the exhibit, Cindy immediately began taking photos. When she noticed Jonathan wasn’t standing beside her, she looked to see that he was on his knee with a ring. He asked her to marry him and she said yes!

They even managed to take a few pictures before their 60 seconds were up!

Other Local Vendors: Whisk. Bakery • Cafe Natalie Catering • Capitol Beverage • House of Hough • Essen Entertainment • Kara Lam Calligraphy • Asia Society Texas • The Bridal Suite • Leighanne Herr Photography • China House • Cool Bus Houston • Two Hearts Photography and Films • Plan Our Day • Linens and Events

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hitney and Conor met Labor Day weekend 2014 over drinks. They each had friends in town and hit it off immediately. One day, Whitney arrived at his townhouse and noticed candles were everywhere. As she rounded the corner for the last set of stairs, he was on one knee. Whitney even interrupted Conor to say “yes!” before he finished proposing.

The couple was thrilled to marry in the Houston area. They thought Chandelier Grove was an amazing venue, and they were hooked once they toured the space. The ceremony was held outside in the pecan grove with cocktail hour on the lawn and dinner in the barn with tons of candles and flowers. Whitney and Conor opted out of a lot of “traditional” wedding rituals to have as much time as possible with their guests. It was surreal to look around at the most important people in their lives gathered to celebrate them.

Other Local Vendors: Chandelier Grove • Buttercup Bakery • Cafe Natalie Catering • Aztec Events & Tents • The Pictures Band • AMR Calligraphy & Design • Tory Herrmann • J&A Entertainment • Adorne Artistry • Daniel Colvin Photography • SLL Transportation • ByDesign Films • J Low Events • Revisionist Events

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very December, Amanda and Anthony take a trip to Fredericksburg for her birthday. In the past they have gone with friends, but one year he suggested that they go alone. However, they did take their new pups, Major and Bailey. She found a charming cottage in Wimberley, TX. On their second day, they decided to take the dogs for a quick walk before dinner.

What she thought would be a quick walk turned into the longest walk ever!

He was so determined to find the scenic outlook. She went in one direction with Bailey, and as she turned around Anthony began to bend down. She asked, “What are you doing??” as he pulled the ring bag out of his pocket.

Major could not have sat more perfectly next to him as it all unfolded. At first she was at a loss for words, then cried, “yes!” and exploded into his arms.

Other Local Vendors: Pocket Cinema • Susie’s Cakes & Confections • Blooming Gallery • Swift + Company • Finding Friday • Nib & Pixel • GTX Event Productions • Corinthian Houston • Sam’s Limousine • Sculpting with Time Productions • Belle of the Ball • Hight Cigar • Mariachi Oro De Houston • Divisi Strings • Bella Bridesmaids • Jackson & Co • Pocket Cinema

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or Annemarie it was love at first sight. The second she saw Brian, she knew she was in trouble. She was a freshman in college and he was a senior, so unfortunately timing wasn’t on their side as he graduated and they went their separate ways. Fast-forward to after Annemarie’s graduation when Brian reached out. The rest is history!

Brian isn’t great at keeping secrets, so rather than purchase a ring and wait for the perfect moment, he purchased the ring and proposed hours later!

When Annemarie got home after work, she arrived to a flushed Brian who presented her with a beautiful bouquet of red roses. After that, he handed her several wedding magazines and quickly dropped to one knee while presenting her with a gorgeous ring. Excitedly, Annemarie said yes!

Other Local Vendors: Kiss the Cook Cakes • Striking Stems Floral Designs • Ice Designs • Invitation Solutions • Nib and Pixel • Shannon Fine Jewelry • Direct Transportation

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atie and Will came back from dinner one night and were about to head over to a friend’s house in the neighborhood. Will suggested they walk their cockapoo, Bo, first. She didn’t understand why he would want to go on a longer walk when they had plans to go to a friend’s house. Will was persistent about this walk along Buffalo Bayou, so they went! About halfway through, they crossed over a bridge overlooking the downtown skyline, and he got down on one knee! Katie was ecstatic and loved that he chose a relaxing atmosphere and that it was one of their favorite spots.

They couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day in November!

It was warm and sunny, perfect for an outside romantic garden themed wedding! They had their first look in the garden prior to the ceremony, which really calmed their nerves.

Other Local Vendors: Weddings By Debbie • Tiny Boxwoods • Swift + Company • Jonny Black Productions • Lissa Saenz • Makeup By Jessica K. • Nancy Aidee Photography • Jonathan’s Fine Jewelers • Justin Ruiz Media • Jess Do It Calligraphy • Bella Bridesmaids

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acquelyn first met Brett when her sorority and his men’s organization were paired up for an annual singing production at Texas A&M. One day, both of their assigned partners skipped practice so they rehearsed together.

After permanently changing their partner assignments, the pair’s relationship blossomed and Brett soon asked Jacquelyn out for a date!

On their first date, Brett took Jacquelyn to dinner and Lake Bryan. Fastforward two years later, he recreated their first date to propose. Under the guise of watching a friend’s band, they went to a restaurant that turned out to be closed. Instead, he took her hand and led her to the dock where he had taught her to two-step on their first date. There, he got down on one knee!

Other Local Vendors: Dolce Designs • Tacos A Go Go • LaRue Catering and Events • House of Hough • Unique Style Productions • Katy Cox Photography • Jonathan’s Fine Jewelers • Rings by Johan • Monarch British Limos

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helby and Ross met at Texas A&M University. After Ross got drafted in 2012, he left to begin his baseball career as she completed her junior year of college. They rekindled their friendship after he returned from his first season of professional baseball. The following year, they became official.

In March 2016, Shelby traveled to Arizona to visit Ross during Spring Training. On one evening, he planned a fancy dinner at Sassi Italian Restaurant in Scottsdale. He romantically popped the question on the beautiful garden lawn of the restaurant as the sun set across the scenic desert view. When they returned to their table on the patio, two celebratory glasses of champagne were waiting for them.

Other Local Vendors: Smoosh Cookies • Love Birds Vintage • Big Ass Balloons • DJ Dave Productions • Sip Hip Hooray • Striking Stems • Darling Designs by Sarah • Monkey Booth • The Farmhouse • Wolf Diamonds • Haddad Jewelers • Jordan’s Limousines • Eddie Spaghetti • Love Detailed Events • Divisi Strings • Swift + Company • INKredible Dance Floors • Lean On Me Events • Be Sweet Ink • Bella Bridesmaids

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ecile and Stephen were set up on a blind date by his best childhood friend. Their official first meeting was on her front doorstep when he arrived to pick her up for a date. There was an instant, undeniable connection!

On the couple’s fourth date, Stephen knew he wanted his forever to be with Cecile. On a Tuesday morning, he called as she was leaving a workout class to ask if he could see her. Sweaty and in exercise clothes, Cecile opened her front door to a nervous, shaky Stephen. He said, “I knew on our fourth date that I wanted to marry you. I don’t see any reason to wait for this. Will you marry me?” Excitedly, she said yes! To add to the shock, he presented a gorgeous ring she had picked out at Deutsch & Deutsch weeks earlier when they were just “looking around.”

Other Local Vendors: Joan Pillow Bridal Salon • Armandos • Aztec Events & Tents • Beautique Day Spa & Salon • Shanita Parks • Awake Photography • Deutsch & Deutsch • Dos Carolinas • Memorial Bakery • DJ Corey Greene • John Acevedo • Maxit Flower Design • HH Designhouse • Goodie Rentals • Swift + Company

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elsey and Sean met at a work happy hour, and quickly hit it off ! After talking for a bit, they ended up singing karaoke together and the rest is – as they say – history. The pair couldn’t get enough of one another.

Sean planned the perfect proposal during one of Kelsey’s favorite times of year – Houston Restaurant Weeks. The couple planned to meet his parents for dinner at Brenner’s Steakhouse. When they arrived to the restaurant, they realized they were early so they went to the bar for cocktails. As Kelsey took a sip of her drink, she realized Sean’s was already gone! Shocked, she shrugged it off when his mom suggested they take photos in the restaurant’s garden. When they entered the garden, Kelsey saw her whole family waiting for them as Sean dropped to one knee!

Other Local Vendors: Marry Go Round Bridal • Napa Flats • Signature EvenTx • Your Party Camera • Elisheva Goloni Photography • Lean on Me Events • Bespoken Beauty

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riane and Richard bonded on their first date over their love for travel, food and dogs. They were enjoying themselves so much the restaurant seemed empty. Later on, as Ariane was working as a labor and delivery nurse, Richard surprised her with an elaborate proposal. Her manager pulled her aside, and she was led to a walkway of red petals and a candlelit path. Richard was there waiting with her best friends and closest co-workers. He kneeled on the ground and asked her to marry him. Of course she said yes!

The couple married at a historic fire station, with Richard even sliding down the fireman’s pole for his entrance! They exchanged vows and performed their secret handshake, which remains a favorite memory. At the end of the night, the couple said farewell through a rainfall of confetti, climbed into a gorgeous white Rolls Royce and departed as Mr. and Mrs. Hooks.

Other Local Vendors: Dolce Designs • City View Catering • Station 3 • Rent Some Vintage • Signature Eventx • Lily Lake Designs • Elaine Johnson • Poppy Seed Signs • Kiss by Katie • Makeup Affair • Arzu Vargas Photography • Picture Me Houston Photo Booth • Hearsay Gastro Lounge • Select Jewelers • Monarch British Limousines • Greenwalt Productions

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illary and Hal met through a mutual friend in high school. Growing up as friends strengthened their bond, and set the foundation for a solid relationship and marriage. Life took them separate ways in college, but once reunited, the pair was inseparable. There was no doubt they had found “the one” in the other.

To perfect the proposal, Hal wrote out exactly what he wanted to say to Hillary and practiced reciting the words in the weeks leading up to popping the question. When he pulled out the ring – he forgot everything! Choked up and unable to speak, he finally managed to say a rough version of what he had planned. Needless to say, Hillary got the gist of Hal’s sentiments and said, “Yes!” Other Local Vendors: Dream Day Bridal • Kiss the Cook Cakes • Simply Sweets by Shelly • Jonathan’s Fine Jewelers • Monroe Cinematic Storytelling • Tracy Flaherty Weddings and Events • Warren Barron Bridal • The Woodlands VIP Limousine

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ulie and Joshua met during their first semester in college. It wasn’t until she was a senior and he had graduated that they accidentally reconnected. By mistake, Julie texted the wrong Joshua, which led to a conversation that turned into much more! Soon after the accidental text, they started spending more time together and eventually began dating.

In the summer of 2015, Joshua had just moved back to Houston after living in New York City for law school and working for a Wall Street law firm. When he got back to Texas, he kept insisting on taking Julie camping but they couldn’t find the time. She put off the camping trip week after week – not knowing Joshua already had the ring! Finally, they found time to camp a couple hours north of Houston. Next to a crackling campfire under the stars, he asked her to marry him!

Other Local Vendors: Warren Barron Bridal • Buttercup Bakery • Cafe Natalie Catering • Aztec Events & Tents • Darryl & Co. Weddings and Events • Unique Style Productions • Maxit Flower Design • Studio 31 Hair Lab • Chandelier Grove • Bella Diamanti • Brittan Pittman • J Low Events • Sam’s Limousine & Transportation • Shutter Qube Photo Booth

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kylar and Matt met while attending Auburn University. When she dropped by to see some of her high school friends, he saw her and thought she was out of his league. The pair ended up living in the same dorm, became fast friends and have been inseparable since.

To propose, Matt worked out a grand plan with the help of a professor.

They organized a fake awards ceremony that happened to take place during a stressful week for Skylar. Nearing a possible breakdown, Skylar traveled to the site of the ceremony with her parents – while her mother drove far too slow. Thinking they were late, she burst out of the car to be waved into a side entrance to the ceremony only to run into Matt. Surprised, she realized what was happening and Matt confirmed it. She emphatically said yes as her onlooking friends cheered nearby!

Other Local Vendors: Lovely Bride • Wink by Erica • Red Sage Catering • DJU Entertainment • College Park Flowers • Analisa Hastings • Davy Whitener Photography • The Farmhouse • House of Hough • M&M Bartending • Dallis Carlton • The Botanist Co

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atalie and George were on a vacation at their favorite getaway spot in Rockport, Texas, when they got engaged. The last day there they went to catch the sunrise on the beach. It was such a perfect morning. She turned her head for a second, and when she turned back around he was down on one knee. She was completely surprised.

On the wedding day, seeing George for the first look really helped calm Natalie’s nerves. From there, the wedding party rode in a trolley to the ceremony. It was a blast getting to ride with all their best friends. Walking out for the ceremony with her dad and seeing everyone there to celebrate with them made Natalie so happy. During the reception they had a Michael Jackson impersonator with back up dancers perform because they’re huge MJ fans! He really got the party going, and their guests still talk about him.

Other Local Vendors: Olivia’s Bridal House • Lollydoozer’s • The Sam Houston Hotel • Ace’s High Productions • Petal Society • The Shutter Effect • Jordan Limousines • Justin Ruiz Media • Blush & Bliss Events • Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

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or Mercedes and Benjamin, it was only a matter of time before their paths crossed as they lived across the street from one another during college.

They officially met during a fraternity party where he asked for her phone number. From there, they spent the next few weeks getting to know one another and falling in love.

To celebrate Mercedes’ mother’s birthday, her father planned a surprise party for her – which was strange, because usually Mercedes and her sister are the family party planners. Despite this, Mercedes and Benjamin went to the restaurant only to discover her family was running late for the party. To kill time, they went for a walk to a quaint gazebo where he soon was on one knee asking her to marry him. After saying yes a thousand times, they turnd to see their families cheering for them!

Other Local Vendors: Weddings by Debbie • Barcelona Cakes • The Acadiana Bakers • Cordua Catering • Capitol Beverage Service • My Urban Invites • Emily Taylor • Adorne Artistry • Kaley Elaine Photography • Findco • Colony Limousine Enterprises • TheManchProductions • Mae Rose Events • All Saints Catholic Church • Bella Bridesmaids

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arley and Ryan met in August 2014 at a friend’s house party in Houston. One of Carley’s best friends and her boyfriend both knew Ryan at A&M and introduced them. They ended up talking to each other the whole night. They couldn’t believe how much they had in common, especially the fact that they were both twins! Ryan proposed on the beach in front of both their families, Carley’s best friend, and their dog, Sophie, who had the ring box tied to her collar.

Carley’s favorite wedding memory was finally getting to see Ryan. They did a first look outside the Hotel Galvez, and their photographer captured it all. Ryan had not seen her dress yet, so when she walked up to him and tapped him on the shoulder to turn around, he looked at her and instantly started crying. That was a special moment they’ll never forget.

Other Local Vendors: Misora Bridal Boutique • Who Made the Cake! • Porch Cafe • LBL Event Rentals • Blush Paperie • Galveston Limousine • Mary Rios Events • Moody Methodist Church • Hotel Galvez & Spa • Bella Bridesmaids

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hris took Connie to Brazos Bend State Park on their third date.

For their proposal, they went back to the park for “family photos,” but he gave her parents a map of where to find him, and he proposed in front of her family!

Seeing the beautiful decor and smelling the fresh flowers was the moment Connie realized the wedding was going to be perfect. The weather was great, and the guests really enjoyed the views and the venue.

They had an open bar, and Connie’s mother made sure that guests and vendors would have plenty to eat. After dinner was served, red envelopes were passed around, and lion dancers surprised the guests. Everyone was so excited to watch the dancers and “feed the lions” red envelopes for good luck and prosperity. The lion dancing went on much longer than expected because the guests were having such a blast taking pictures.

Other Local Vendors: The Pie Factory • Six Ping Bakery • Behind the Bash Catering & Events • SCF Events • DJU Entertainment • Bridal Makeup MD • Whiteflash • Jamie Eggleton • Lee’s Golden Dragon F E AT U R E D BRIDAL GOWN VENUE

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hen Laura and Nathan first met at church, they were strictly friends. After a year of friendship, the pair got to know one another better after planning an event. Soon, Nathan asked Laura on a date to look at Christmas lights and they have been together ever since!

Around Thanksgiving, Laura thought it would be a normal Sunday morning. At the time, she was living in The Woodlands and Nathan was living in Oklahoma. As she walked into church, she spotted him standing there waiting for her! Thinking his arrival was the surprise, the couple enjoyed the church services and then embarked on a walk around their favorite pond that holds a special place in their relationship. There, Nathan asked Laura to be his wife! The proposal was even more special when she found out he customdesigned the ring just for her!

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aitlyn and Christian are two native Houstonians who met in St. Louis. They were both attending law school at Washington University.

Christian was a year ahead and offered to serve as a mentor to her when she started school a year later. After two-and-a-half years of just being friends, Kaitlyn made the first move. On a night out, Kaitlyn admitted she had a crush on Christian, and their first date ensued soon after!

As Kaitlyn walked down the aisle with her dad, she couldn’t stop smiling, and Christian began tearing up. They read their own vows and incorporated their parents in a prayer. Guests were treated to cocktail hour and old school R&B at Hughes Manor. The decor was amazing, and the weather was incredible. They got lucky and were able to have dinner on the outside patio with string lights hanging above.

Other Local Vendors: Ivory Bridal Atelier • Event Catering Houston • Cordua Catering • DJ Mr. Rogers • Prozealous • Plants n’ Petals • Quality Printing Company • Incredible Hair by Donna • Kim Clark Artistry • Fred Agho Photography • One Light Stand • The Original Trolley Company • Cakewalk Films • The Savvy Event Consultants • First Evangelical Lutheran Church F E AT U R E D DECOR/RENTALS

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hen Gabrielle and Matthew first met online, they had no idea how much they had in common. One of those shared interests was rock music after they had both attended the same show not long before meeting. They immediately hit it off !

When Matthew suggested they travel to Austin for their favorite fried chicken, Gabrielle was looking forward to the spontaneous trip – or so she thought! When they arrived, they went to Zilker Botanical Garden where Matthew proposed to Gabrielle while standing on a picturesque bridge. She said yes through happy tears! Afterward, the couple enjoyed delicious fried chicken as a newly engaged pair!

Months later, the couple would be married on a wedding day that was full of pure love and sentimental memories with those they cherish most. Seeing each other for the first time was something they will never forget.

Other Local Vendors: Something Blue • Cakes by Jula • Oakwind Bed and Breakfast • Oliver and Penelope Vintage Rentals • Kendal Richardson • HEB Blooms • The Sensible Type • Gingersnap Photo Camper • Karat Creations Jewelry F E AT U R E D

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eredith and Seth met on a mission trip in the summer of 2007, and instantly connected. Despite this, they ended up going to different colleges and lost touch. Years later, they rekindled their relationship but called it off when they both got promoted at work in different cities. When Meredith came to Houston on Labor Day Weekend a few years later, Seth couldn’t pass up the opportunity to hang out with her. This time, it felt right and they became inseparable!

One spring weekend, Meredith and Seth were planning on going to a friend’s wedding shower. Prior to the shower, the couple stopped at the Japanese Garden to walk around. She noticed he was acting strange, but didn’t think anything of it. Seth found a spot by a lake and told Meredith he had something to tell her. It was all a blur from there, but she happily said yes!

Other Local Vendors: Marry Go Round Bridal • Random Axis Band • Alex Burton Salons • Bri Costello Photography • Brennan’s of Houston • Gold Connection Jewelers • JW Marriott Houston Downtown • Michelle Arismendio F E AT U R E D

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ummer and Mitchell met in high school but didn’t begin dating

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until college graduation. After turning him down in high school, Summer wrote him a letter in college asking him to give her a chance. At her college graduation, he asked her to be his girlfriend. Mitchell proposed in the middle of a sunflower field with Summer’s family waiting to surprise her.

The Meeker family owns the venue where the couple married, so they began with a big breakfast on the lawn to the music of Patsy Cline surrounded by friends and family. They say it was the calm before the chaos. Summer will never forget the look on Mitchell’s face as she walked down the aisle to the man of her dreams. Mitchell helped build the chapel they got married in, which made everything even more special.

Summer told him she wanted to get married in a structure like that, and he made it happen.

Other Local Vendors: El Bolillo Bakery • Beyond Bartending • House of Hough • Exodus Sound Company • Deep Roots TX Floral Studio • Annalise Hastings • Influence Beauty • Wed & Prosper • Russo's Catering F E AT U R E D CAKES

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eah and Josh met through mutual friends in college. They hung out in a group, then decided to pursue a romantic relationship. They became official on April Fool’s Day, which has been a standing joke with their friends and family!

Josh used one of Leah’s friends to distract her with a spa day, while he headed out to the proposal site to set up. Later, he called and said that he and his brother were out at their friend’s ranch near Houston, asking for her to meet them there. When Leah arrived, Josh was waiting on the porch smiling.

He told her all he valued in their relationship and how he knew she was the one. He got down on one knee and asked her to be his wife. It was on the way back she realized she forgot to actually say, “yes,” but it clearly worked out!

Other Local Vendors: Melange Bridal • Blondie’s • Alfred’s Catering • Bar Divas of Austin • Vestige Event Rentals • Sammy Rajaratnam • Urban Rubbish Weddings • Birdie Mae Designs • Katy Reddell Beauty • Erin Elizabeth Photo • Canyonwood Ridge •

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ccording to Hanna, she and Jonathan met through a dating app.

Jonathan thinks she “swiped right” due to his cute pug, Paulie. Shortly after they “matched,” Jonathan picked up Hanna for brunch at Beavers.

They had such a great time at brunch that Jonathan extended the date by taking her to Cru Wine Bar for some bubbly (Hanna’s favorite drink).

According to Jonathan, they met at a rodeo event a couple of months before that.

Eighteen months later, Jonathan had a terrible cold on Christmas.

They were unwrapping their presents in their stockings, and Hanna came to her last present. Jonathan did a good job disguising it, because her first thought was, “this looks like the size of a ring box, but it is way too heavy, and he is way too sick!” However, it was a beautiful ring. She of course said yes, and the rest is history!

Other Local Vendors: Jonathan’s Fine Jewelers • The Gluteny Cakery • River Oaks Donuts • B&B Butchers & Restaurant • Danny Ray and the Acoustic Production • Blush and Vine Florals • Kate Elizabeth Photography • Bering’s • Bill Walker Clothier • Jonathan's Fine Jewelers F E AT U R E D

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bby and Tyler met in high school. They began dating in the summer when he asked her to be his girlfriend on the beach. In September 2016, they took a family trip to Disney World. On their second day in the parks, they were on their way to dinner in Magic Kingdom. As they walked over to the restaurant, her family wanted a group picture. After, Tyler asked for them to take one with just the two of them. That’s when Abby realized he was going down on one knee! It was the perfect proposal in front of the castle.

Their wedding day was stress free and blissful thanks to their awesome team of vendors. They both loved their “first touch” moment. It was just their photographer and them in the room, and it was one of the most special and intimate parts of the day. They were so happy in that moment.

Other Local Vendors: Hannah Joy’s Cakes • The Sweet Shop USA • Big Horn BBQ • Southern Rum Runners • Love Birds Vintage • DJ Dave Productions • Poison Ivy Floral Events • Big Sky Barn • Odyssey Filmworks • Glitter and Whiskey Events F E AT U R E D BRIDAL GOWN & ACCESSORIES

/ B R I C K H O U S E B R I DA L PHOTOGRAPHY

V E N D O R S HAIR & MAKEUP

/ SUNKISSED AND MADE UP

/ F U L L EY L OV E P H OT O G R A P H Y

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bigail first met Trey on Christmas Eve. He was friends with her brother-in-law and came to play games with her family. Abigail was intimidated by how handsome he was and didn’t speak to Trey all night!

Over the years, they ran into each other every so often, but their paths truly crossed when she moved back to Houston after graduate school. Soon, Trey asked Abigail to dinner where they hit things off. He ended up spending the next year working in Norway where the couple ended up talking every day.

They knew they had something special!

When Trey returned home from Norway, Abigail and her family were taking pictures at their ranch. Afterward, Trey asked her to join him for a ride. They stopped under a beautiful, big tree on the property that had a bench under it. Here, Trey asked Abigail to be his wife!

Other Local Vendors: Mia Bridal Couture • The Clubs at Houston Oaks • Cafe Natalie Catering • Professor D Band • Plants n’ Petals • Adorne Artistry • Shutterbooth • Lean On Me Events • A Fine Flourish F E AT U R E D CAKES

/ C A K E S BY G I NA

PHOTOGRAPHY

V E N D O R S

BRIDESMAIDS’ ATTIRE

/ B R I C K H O U S E B R I DA L

/ M U S TA R D S E E D P H O T O G R A P H Y

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/ THE VINE

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M E L BA M E LTO N & J O S H UA M O O R E

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n May 2014, Melba was graduating from the University of Minnesota Law School, and Josh was there with family to watch his brother graduate as well. Melba and Josh met at the law school’s graduation party. They hit it off instantly. Josh told her later that it was love at first sight. However, it was not until she moved to Houston in August of 2015 that their relationship began. They immediately reconnected, and even though Josh lived three hours away in San Antonio, what began as a genuine friendship blossomed into a romance.

The couple wanted a formal yet intimate fall wedding with a navy, ballet pink and gold color palette. Josh and Melba both wrote their own vows. They also planned a formal dinner because they wanted a personal and meaningful wedding experience with their guests.

Other Local Vendors: Whisk Bakery • House of Hough • Avalon Stationery & Gifts • Adorne Artistry • Brennan’s of Houston • Colony Limo • Limatus Bespoke • The Whitehall Houston F E AT U R E D DECOR/RENTALS

V E N D O R S

/ LANSON B. JONES & CO. FLORAL & EVENTS

PHOTOGRAPHY

/ SMITH HOUSE WEDDINGS

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K A S E Y LY N N P H O T O G R A P H Y

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TI N Y M U M P H OTOG R AP H Y

C AT H E R I N E S M E A D E R P H O T O G R A P H Y

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THE VINE

25642 BERNARD ROAD | NEW ULM, TEXAS | 78950

MAX CAPACIT Y : 500

AVERAGE PRICE : $50 - $150 per person

ON-SITE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED

PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Christy Brown

ON-SITE COORDINATOR

(713) 553 - 9797

CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

info@t hevineweddings.com

E I LT S P H O T O G R A P H Y

OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@t hevinenewulm

FREE PARKING

www.t hevineweddings.com

VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

HUGHES MANOR HUGHES MANOR

2811 WASHINGTON AVENUE | HOUSTON , TEXAS | 77007 2811 WASHINGTON AVENUE | HOUSTON , TEXAS | 77007 AVERAGE PRICE : $4,500 - $10,000 for site rental fee AVERAGE PRICE : $4,500 - $10,000 for site rental fee

ON-SITE CATERING ON-SITE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED

PRIMARY CONTACT : Kate Ferniz, Venue Manager PRIMARY CONTACT : Kate Ferniz, Venue Manager SECONDARY CONTACT : Janell Sabado, Sales & Event Manager SECONDARY CONTACT : Janell Sabado, Sales & Event Manager PHONE : (713) 864 - 2797 PHONE : (713) 864 - 2797 EMAIL : info@hughesmanor.com EMAIL : info@hughesmanor.com

KRIS TEN CURETTE PHOTOGRAPHY

KRIS TEN CURETTE PHOTOGRAPHY

MAX CAPACIT Y : 240 MAX CAPACIT Y : 240

ON-SITE COORDINATOR ON-SITE COORDINATOR CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE OUTDOOR PART Y AREA OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@hughesmanorhtx @hughesmanorhtx www.hughesmanor.com www.hughesmanor.com

FREE PARKING FREE PARKING VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

THE WOODL ANDS COUNTRY CLUB MAX CAPACIT Y : 300

100 GRAND FAIRWAY DRIVE | THE WOODL ANDS, TEXAS | 77381

AVERAGE PRICE : $95 - $115 per person

ON-SITE CATERING

S A R A H A I N S WO R T H P H O T O G R A P H Y

OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Annemarie McKay,

ON-SITE COORDINATOR

Private Event Director

(281) 863 - 1449

CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

annemarie.mc kay@clubcorp.com OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@t hewoodlandscc_weddings

FREE PARKING

www.t hewoodlandscc.com

VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

WAT E R S E D G E V E N U E

3901 NASA PARKWAY | EL L AGO, TEXAS | 77586

MAX CAPACIT Y : 300, indoor & patio; 300+ wit h lawn spaces

AVERAGE PRICE : $8,401 - $15,252

ON-SITE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED

PRIMARY CONTACT #1:

Savannah B. Diehls,

Venue Director

PRIMARY CONTACT #2 :

Rac hel N. Newton,

Venue Director

R A E TAY P H O T O G R A P H Y

PHONE : EMAIL :

ON-SITE COORDINATOR CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

(281) 291 - 9900

info@watersedge.events

@waters_edge_venue www.watersedge.events

OUTDOOR PART Y AREA FREE PARKING VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

* Unless otherwise stated, “Average Price Range” is based on average cost per person which is subject to change at any time and may include special or seasonal discounts and generally may exclude alcohol, taxes and service charges. Venues may also charge a site rental fee, which may or may not be reflected in the average price range provided.

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THE MEEKERMARK

21156 KAREN SWITC H ROAD | MAGNOLIA , TEXAS | 77354

MAX CAPACIT Y : 225

AVERAGE PRICE : $30 - $50 per person

OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Amanda Vela,

ON-SITE COORDINATOR

Venue Sales

(281) 565 - 4285

CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

mark@c hristinemeeker.com OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@t hemeekermark

FREE PARKING

www.meekermark.com

VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

T H E G I N AT H I DA LG O FA L L S

30707 FM 159 | NAVASOTA , TEXAS | 77868

MAX CAPACIT Y : 300+ guests seated indoors, 500+ guests standing-room events C O U R T E S Y O F T H E G I N AT H I DA LG O FA L L S

ON-SITE CATERING

AVERAGE PRICE : $ 2,500 - $7,000

ON-SITE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED

PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Laura Goodie

ON-SITE COORDINATOR

(979) 530 - 6109

CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

hello@t heginat hidalgofalls.com OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@t hegin_hidalgofalls

FREE PARKING

www.t heginat hidalgofalls.com

VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

BRISCOE MANOR

5801 FM 723 | RIC HMOND, TEXAS | 77406

MAX CAPACIT Y : 350

AVERAGE PRICE : $60 - $130 per person

ON-SITE CATERING

L I N D S AY E L I Z A B E T H P H O T O G R A P H Y

OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Event & Sales Coordinator

ON-SITE COORDINATOR

(281) 238 - 4700

CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

info@briscoemanor.com OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@briscoemanor

FREE PARKING

www.briscoemanor.com

VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

T H E PA R A D O R

2021 BINZ STREET | HOUSTON , TEXAS | 77004

MAX CAPACIT Y : 450

AVERAGE PRICE : $65 - $100 per person

ON-SITE CATERING OUTSIDE CATERING ALLOWED

C O U R T E S Y O F T H E PA R A D O R

PRIMARY CONTACT : PHONE : EMAIL :

Sheila Wells,

Venue Director

(713) 529 - 3050

ON-SITE COORDINATOR CEREMONY SITE AVAIL ABLE

events@paradorhouston.com OUTDOOR PART Y AREA

@paradorhouston www.paradorhouston.com

FREE PARKING VALET PARKING AVAIL ABLE

* Unless otherwise stated, “Average Price Range” is based on average cost per person which is subject to change at any time and may include special or seasonal discounts and generally may exclude alcohol, taxes and service charges. Venues may also charge a site rental fee, which may or may not be reflected in the average price range provided.

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@ST EPH ENG RACEAT ELIER A D O N PAG E 18

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WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-DRESSES S T E P H E N G R AC E AT E L I E R

B E L L E Â M E B R I DA L

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INFO@THEPRINCESSBRIDAL.COM

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WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-HAIR-MAKEUP H O U S TO N B R I DA L G A L L E RY

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KYLEE@BLUSHWORTHYTX.COM

@ L OV E A ND L ACE T E X A S

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SALES@MARGARETCOLLECTION.COM

CALLIEELIZABETHHAIR@GMAIL.COM

@ MARGA RE TCOL L E CT I ON

@CA LLIEELIZA BET H H A IR

WWW.MARGARETCOLLECTION.COM

BRIDESOFHOUSTON

B L U S H WO R T H Y

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INFO@ETOILLYARTISTRY.COM

SALES@CAKESBYGINAHOUSTON.COM

@ E TO I L LYA RT I S T RY

@CA KESBYG INA H O U A D O N PAG E 32

E TO I L LY A R T I S T RY

WWW.ETOILLYARTISTRY.COM

H E Y D O L L B E AU T Y

CA K E S BY G I N A

WWW.CAKESBYGINA.COM

HEYDOLLBEAUTYTEAM@GMAIL.COM

INFO@SHELBYELIZABETHCAKES.COM

@ H E YD OL L BE AU T YT E A M

@SH ELBY ELIZA BETH CA KES

WWW.HEYDOLLBEAUTY.COM

INFO@HEYLOVELYMAKEUP.COM @ H E Y L OV E LYM A KE U P AD O N PAGE 2 8

S H E L BY E L I Z A B E T H CA K E S

WWW.SHELBYELIZABETHCAKES.COM

CALLIGRAPHY + I N V I TAT I O N S S E E M O R E F RO M H O U S TO N I N V I TAT I O N C O M PA N I ES

W W W.T H E B R I D E S O F H O U S T O N . C O M / W E D D I N G -V E N D O R S H E Y LOV E LY

WWW.HEYLOVELYMAKEUP.COM

SUNKISSED & MADE UP

TO U S L E D + T E AS E D

INFO@SUNKISSEDANDMADEUP.COM

INFO@DREAMSANDNOSTALGIA.COM

@ SU NKI S S E DA ND M A D E UP

@DR EA M SA NDNO STA LG IA

WWW.SUNKISSEDANDMADEUP.COM

D R E A M S A N D N O S TA LG I A

TOUSLEDANDTEASEDHTX@GMAIL.COM

HALFMOONLETTERING@GMAIL.COM

@ TOU S L E DA NDT E A S E D

@H A LF M O O NLET T ER ING

WWW.TOUSLEDANDTEASED.COM

HALF MOON LETTERING

CAKES + DESSERTS + FA V O R S S E E

M O R E

F R O M

T H E S E

H O U S T O N

WWW.DREAMSANDNOSTALGIA.COM

B A K E R I E S

WWW.HALFMOONLETTERING.COM

KENZIE@PAPERTIEAFFAIR.COM @PA PERT IEA F FA IR _

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WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-CAKES PA P E R T I E A F FA I R

WWW.PAPERTIEAFFAIR.COM

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INFO@ROYALDUKESBAND.COM

D E C O R + R E N TA L S S E E

M O R E

F R O M

H O U S T O N

R E N T A L

C O M P A N I E S

@ROYA LDU KESBA ND

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WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/HOUSTON-PARTY-RENTALS ROYA L D U K E S BA N D

WWW.ROYALDUKESBAND.COM

ADORNVINTAGEHOUSTON@GMAIL.COM

FLORALS

@ ADO RN_ V I NTAGE _ RE NTA L S AD O N PAGE 4 0

S E E

M O R E

F R O M

T H E S E

H O U S T O N

F L O R I S T S

A T

WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-FLORIST A D O R N V I N TAG E R E N TA L S

WWW.ADORNVINTAGERENTALS.COM

INFO@EBINCEVENTS.COM

MAGGIE@BRAMBLEANDBEE.COM

@ E BINCE V E NTS

@BRA M BLEA NDBEE

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E B I N C. E V E N T R E N TA L S

BRAMBLE & BEE

WWW.EBINCEVENTS.COM

F LO R A & E V E N T I

WWW.BRAMBLEANDBEE.COM

SHELI@FLORAEVENTI.COM

HANNAH@EDGESWILDSTUDIO.COM

@ FL O RA E V E NT I

@EDG ESW ILDST U DIO

EDGES WILD STUDIO

WWW.FLORAEVENTI.COM

WWW.EDGESWILDSTUDIO.COM

INFO@FDELLIT.COM

E N T E RTA I N M E N T S E E

M O R E

F R O M

H O U S TO N

E N T E R TA I N E M E N T

C O M PA N I ES

@F DELLIT DESIG NS A D O N PAG E 4 9

AT

WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-DJ-BANDS F. D E L L I T D E S I G N S

LG E VE NT E NTE RTAI N M E NT AN D PRODUCTION

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SHELI@FLORAEVENTI.COM

@ L G EV E NT P RO

@F LO RA EVENT I

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BRIDESOFHOUSTON

WWW.FDELLITDESIGNS.COM

F LO R A & E V E N T I

WWW.FLORAEVENTI.COM

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@ B R I D E S O F H O U S T O N

LAUREN.GARZA@FLORAANDFAUNATX.COM @ FL O RA A ND FAU NAT X

J E W E L RY S E E

M O R E

F RO M

T H ES E

H O U S TO N

J E W E L RY

CO M PA N I ES

AT

WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/HOUSTON-JEWELRY-STORES

F LO R A & FAU N A

WWW.FLORAANDFAUNATX.COM

HOLLY@FLOWERVIBES.COM

CAROLINE@UPTOWNDIAMOND.COM

@ FL OWE RV I BE S T X

@U PTOW NDIA M O NDJEW ELRY A D O N INSIDE F RO NT COVER + PAG E 1

F LOW E R V I B E S

WWW.FLOWERVIBES.COM

U P TOW N D I A M O N D

WWW.UPTOWNDIAMOND.COM

JENNIFER@JENNIFERLAURADESIGN.COM @ JE NNI F E RL AURA D E S I GN

LIGHTING S E E

M O R E

F R O M

H O U S T O N

L I G H T I N G

C O M P A N I E S

A T

WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/LIGHTING-COMPANIES J E N N I F E R L AU R A D E S I G N

WWW.JENNIFERLAURADESIGN.COM

BJOSEPH@LANSONBJONES.COM

INFO@LGEVENTPRO.COM

@ L BJF L ORA L E V E NT S

@LG EVENT PRO

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LANSON B. JONES & CO. FLORAL & EVENTS

WWW.LBJFLORAL-EVENTS.COM

LG E V E N T E N T E R TA I N M E N T A N D P RO D U CT I O N

WWW.LGEVENTPRO.COM

MIBELLAROSA@GMAIL.COM @ MIBE L L A ROS A

PHOTOGRAPHY S E E

M O R E

F R O M

H O U S T O N

P H O T O G R A P H E R S

A T

WWW.THEBRIDESOFHOUSTON.COM/WEDDING-VENDORS/WEDDING-PHOTOGRAPHY M I B E L L A RO SA

O D E TO J OY F LOW E RS

WWW.MIBELLAROSA.COM

HELLO@ODETOJOYFLOWERS.COM

AISHA@AMABYAISHA.COM

@ ODE TOJOYF L OWE RS

@A M A BYA ISH A

WWW.ODETOJOYFLOWERS.COM

A M A BY A I S H A

WWW.AMABYAISHA.COM

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AS H L E N SY D N E Y P H OTO G R A P H Y

W W W . T H E B R I D E S O F H O U S T O N . C O M

ASHLENSYDNEYPHOTOGRAPHY@GMAIL.COM

KELLI@KELLIDURHAM.COM

@ ASHL E NS L E E

@KELLIDU R H A M PH OTO

WWW.ASHLENSYDNEYPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

KELLI DURHAM

WWW.KELLIDURHAM.COM

INFO@CATHERINESMEADER.COM

STUDIO@CHRISTINEMEEKER.COM

@ CAT HE RI NE S M E A D E RP HOTO

@M EEKER PICT U R ES A D O N PAG E 2 8

CAT H E R I N E S M E A D E R P H OTO G R A P H Y

F U L L E Y LOV E P H OTO G R A P H Y

WWW.CATHERINESMEADER.COM

M E E K E R P I CT U R E S

WWW.MEEKERPICTURES.COM

CONTACT@FULLEYLOVEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

INFO@MUSTARDSEEDPHOTO.COM

@ FULL E YL OV E P HOTO

@M U STA R DSEEDPH OTO G RA PH Y

WWW.FULLEYLOVEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM

M U S TA R D S E E D P H OTO G R A P H Y

WWW.MUSTARDSEEDPHOTO.COM

INFO@JOSHPLUSDANA.COM

MICHELLE@RANDMBLEDSOEPHOTO.COM

@ DANA F E RNA ND E Z P HOTO

@RA NDM BLEDSO EPH OTO

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K AS E Y LYN N PHOTOG R APHY

K AT I H E W I T T P H OTO G R A P H Y

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WWW.RANDMBLEDSOEPHOTO.COM

HELLO@KASEYLYNN.COM

PHOTOGBYSARA@GMAIL.COM

@ KAS E YLYNNP HOTO

@SA RA A BDU LA ZIZPH OTO G RA PH Y

WWW.KASEYLYNN.COM

SA R A A B D U L A Z I Z P H OTO G R A P H Y

WWW.SARAABDULAZIZ.COM

KATI@KATIHEWITTPHOTO.COM

SARAHMCKENZIEPHOTOGRAPHY@GMAIL.COM

@ KAT I HE WI T T P HOTO

@SA RA H M CKENZIEPH OTO

WWW.KATIHEWITT.COM

BRIDESOFHOUSTON

R AND M BLEDSOE P H OTO G R A P H Y

SA R A H M C K E N Z I E P H OTO G R A P H Y

WWW.SARAHMCKENZIEPHOTO.COM

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@ B R I D E S O F H O U S T O N

LAUREN.GARZA@FLORAANDFAUNATX.COM HELLO@SMITHHOUSEPHOTO.COM

H EEALRRY SAL DINNER JREEW

@ SM FL OIRA T HHOUS A ND FAU E WE NAT DX D I NGS

SS E E EM OMROE R FER OF M R O T H ME S T EH E HS OE U S HT O N U SJ T E W O E NL R B YO C UO TM I Q PA U NE I SE S A AT T

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MR I TAH&HFAU O U SNEA FS LO P H OTO G R A P H Y

WWW.SMITHHOUSEWEDDINGS.COM WWW.FLORAANDFAUNATX.COM

HOLLY@FLOWERVIBES.COM HELLO@STEPHANIACAMPOS.COM

CAROLINE@UPTOWNDIAMOND.COM EVENTS@CHAPMANANDKIRBY.COM

@ STEP FL OWE HARV NII ABE_ PSHOTO TX

@U @CH PTOW A PMNDIA A NA NDKIR M O NDJEW

BY ELRY A D O N INSIDE F RO NT COVER + PAG E 1

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