MaryEllen + Louis | Ashton Depot

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Thank goodness Louis is better at a second first impression.  After their first meeting, MaryEllen was convinced he was more interested in his banana pudding (he did have 2 cups) than he was in her.  As fate would have it, they were given another chance to connect while hanging out with mutual friends shortly after that first encounter.

Fast forward four years, and Louis was able to surprise MaryEllen on their anniversary at their favorite Italian restaurant Margie’s. He asked her to marry him while a photographer captured the whole thing.  MaryEllen was surprised again at the end of the night when Louis had planned an entire engagement party at Chimy’s that included all of their family and close friends.

MaryEllen has always had a love for St. Patrick’s Cathedral in downtown Fort Worth and when she found out the priest she grew up with was being transferred there, she knew it was destiny.  They picked at a date in October and decided on a palette of navy, pinks, and berry tones.

Bridesmaids wore gorgeous long dresses with a blue floral print from Dessy and the groom looked quite dashing in a navy suit. Maryellen flew to NY to bring home the perfect gown from none other than Kleinfelds. Her hair pulled halfway up with a floral accent, she was just stunning with her ‘something borrowed’ diamond necklace from her mother.

Gold chivari chairs, gold chargers, gold votives and a golden overlays set the tone for a sophisticated evening and perfectly matched the couple’s invitation suite from Sweet Magnolia Paper. Friends and family were unable to stay in their seats when the band started to play and couldn’t help but get seconds for dessert. Cakewalk Bakeshop was able to construct a 4-tiered masterpiece with gold leafing filled with pistachio, strawberry and basil buttercreams as well as raspberry ganache. In lieu of a traditional groom’s cake, Steel City Pops was able to do a variation of Louis’ favorite treat – vanilla pop with Snickers crumble.

The happy Mr. and Mrs. were sent off in a tunnel of sparklers and were able to take a quick break before having to be at the airport by 3:30AM!! Congratulations you two!

Additional Vendors : Kate Foley Floral | Jam Wows | Splendor Films | Amanda Jameson PhotographyPosh Couture | Ashton Depot | Something – You | Pretty Post Calligraphy

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Villa Inspired Bride and Maids Shoot

I have been swooning over these images for months now and FINALLY get to show them off! Our team designed this tabletop concept for The Brides of North Texas’ Fall/Winter issue that hit the stands today! I am so proud to have worked alongside some of the most talented people in the business to bring this concept to life. Our design was inspired by the architecture of this private residence, a Charles Dilbeck designed estate originally built in 1938. Check out our images and of course the behind the scenes video by Splendor Films below.

http://vimeo.com/channels/splendorfilms/99843773

 

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Design and Planning: Grit + Gold | MUA: Natalia Issa | China/Glassware/Chairs: Posh | Linen: La Tavola | Florist: Kate Foley | Paper: We Plus You | Photography: Charla Storey | Rentals: Posh and Gold Dust Vintage | Bridal Dress: Neiman Marcus | Maids: De Ma Fille | Cake: Sugarbee Sweets | Videographer: Splendor Films

Calligraphy Workshop with ~Design Roots~

We had a blast partnering with Design Roots to bring our first calligraphy class in the G+G studio. There will be many more my friends! A huge thank you to Stir Crazy for the sweet treats, Kate Foley for the lovely blooms and Charla Storey for capturing the fun! Stay tuned for more classes to be announced!       

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Sultry + Stunning and Warwick Melrose Hotel

Reminiscing about this styled shoot from a couple years back. It was so different for me, design wise, more dark and romantic than anything I’d ever done. Love looking back through work and seeing where I pushed myself, made new friends and had tons of fun! Plus my hubby modeled here and he’s quite the eye candy. 😉         

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Vendor Credits:

Rent my Dust Vintage Rentals, Southern Fried Paper, Serephine, BBJ Linen, Stella & Dot, Circle Park Bridal, Kate Foley Designs,  Something You Makeup Artistry, Sugarbee Sweets, Jonathan Ivy Lifestyle Photography