Jolene + Kevin | Nasher Sculpture Garden

Jolene and Kevin’s modern outdoor wedding took place under the stars at Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas, a museum in the heart of the Dallas Arts District.  This museum is one of the coolest spots in town, and was a perfect fit for New York natives, Jolene and Kevin and their contemporary vibe.  The ceremony took place in the outdoor amphitheater (this setup was a first for the Nasher!!).  Guests sat upon hand-dyed fabric cushions custom made by the bride and her mother. Hanging blooms in white paired with a twinkling lit altar towered over the the bride and groom as they stood atop a vibrant kilim rug.  A flawless match for this uber-chic bride, Jolene’s maids wore stunningly sleek gowns in pure white.  After the ceremony, guests were transported to a magical garden reception where they dined under café lights, surrounded by stunning architecture and exquisitely manicured gardens.  The couple’s elegant cake display featured a trio of crisp, modern cakes adorned with vibrant floral and a hand-dyed bottom tier in shades of blue.  Guests danced the night away under the stars, and right before their big exit at the end of the night, the bride surprised everyone by changing into a super fun black sequin jumpsuit!  We thoroughly enjoyed planning an event capturing Jolene and Kevin’s fabulous style and vibrant energy.

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VENDOR TEAM

Planning + Styling | Grit + Gold | Floral Design | MOB | Makeup + Hair | Lisa Williams | Location | Nasher Sculpture Garden | Paper Goods | Bella Figura | TableTop Rentals | Posh Couture | Misc Rentals | Shag Carpet Props | Photography | Apryl Ann | Cakes | SugarBee Sweets | Lighting | Beyond | DJ | Benny B | Photo Booth | Traveling Photo Booth | Catering | Wolfgang Puck |

  

Tiffany + Anthony | Westin Stonebriar

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When Tiffany and Anthony came to us for creative direction and styling for their wedding day, we were super stoked! They had started a fabulous lineup already so we simply filled in the gaps and developed their personally curated design. It turned out beautifully thanks for friends and talent: The Southern Table (Floral) | Lauren Larsen Photographs (Photographer) | Sprinkles (Icecream) | Cake Walk Bakeshop (Cakes) | Westin Stonebriar (Venue) | David Allen Events (DJ) | Flock Together Booth (Photobooth) | Ruby and the Fox (Paper) | 31 Films (Video) | Natalia Issa (Hair and Makeup) | Grit + Gold (Planning & Design)

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Natural Backyard Setting with Bows & Arrows

We are so excited to share a peek at the intimate setup for Abby & Phil from a couple weekends ago. Images captured so beautifully by Charla Storey!! The couple held an 80 person ceremony and reception in their Dallas home. We sourced wood tables from Shag Carpet, metal elio chairs from AFR, fabulous vintage and mid century furniture from Juniper, and all tableware from Big D Party and Posh Couture. The design was all about keeping in flowing and natural; greens were foraged to purpose as backdrop to bride and grooms cakes from La Duni and ceremony backdrop with simple West Elm rug as altar point. We brought in deep navy with our BBJ linen runners and napkins and pulled together a simple smore’s setup using the couple’s already existing fire pit. Custom cocktails provided by Mr. Bartending were a huge hit with guests! And everyone mingled the night away under twinkling café lights by RO Entertainment. And of course who can resist blooms by Bows & Arrows!

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A Renaissance Inspired Shoot

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Designer: Grit + Gold Makeup/Hair: Tracy Melton  Photographer: Charla Storey Photography Dress: Stanley Korshak Bridal “Genevieve & Scarletta” Suit: Ken’s Man Shop Dallas Venue: Hickory Street Annex Floral: R Love Floral Paper: Yeti and the Beast Cake: Layered Bake Shop Champagne Setup: Michael Rios Bartending Chairs: Chairs with Character Rentals:  Bourbon + Bloom Linens: La Tavola China: Anthropologie

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Great Gatsby Inspired Bridal Session with Lauren Peele Photography

We are so excited to FINALLY be able to share these beautiful images of our recent bride, Erin. Her marriage to hubby Shea took place at the Omni Mandalay last weekend. It was dripping with details all inspired by the art deco time period of the 20’s.

Here her beautiful sleek 20’s gown from Warren Barron Bridal paired with a soft, lush bouquet by Stems of Dallas created the perfect image for capturing. Photography by Lauren Peele and makeup and hair by Miss Painted Lady.

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