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CREDITS
Planner/Coordinator: @next_chapter_weddings
Venue: @luxvitaevents
Backdrops: @mulberry_basket
Artificial Bouque: @lonestarflorals
Tablescape & Fresh Flowers: @all.the.pretty.things.htx
Stationery: @autumnfoxdesigns
Calligrapher: @le_le_lines
Cake: @theglutencakery
HAMU: @brittneyjohnsonmakeup
Bride: Angie
Photographer Lauren Tortella
So often we see weddings/elopements take place during the evenings and photos are always great at the 5 o’clock hour, but have you considered a morning elopement in the park, with that gorgeous morning sun?
Marie Antoinette vibes
Give us all the macaroons please Crema Bakery
Looking like a princess in medieval times having a gorgeous fancy brunch in the park
Gown// Savannah Gown
Photographer// Alex Ann Photography
Location// Circle C Metropolitan Park
Stylist and Planners// Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots
Bride // Ashley Sykora
Groom// Adnower Jae
Florals// Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots
Jewelry// Kendra Scott
stationery// Unlost Calligraphy Co.
Hair Artist// Mely’s Hair Design
Decor// Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots
Linens// Last Call Rentals
Bakery: Crema Bakery + Cafe
Arch: Austin Wedding Arch Rentals
Alex Ann Photography
Coordinator Sarah Helm
Makeup Magoliagirakeup
Hair kassistevens
Floral Wildwoodwedtx
Dream Team:
Photography: @katieknottsphoto
Hair + Makeup: @rievbeauty
Planning + Design: @thegroovyweddingco
Venue: @villa_antonia
Florist: @christieturnerdesigns
Stationary: @theprintedbride
Videography: @huckleberryweddingfilms
Gown: @desireemariedesign
Rentals: @premiereeventsaustin
Charcutiere: @luxboardsatx
Cake: @simplydeliciouscustomcakes
Models: @ashleyysykora @leauramullins @jackhedrick
Jewlery: @shopgraceandcharm
Car: @babybluedrivesforyou
Just a few sneaks before Hannah with Rooted Trumpet Photography is finished with the whole gallery from our styled shoot at the HighPointe Estate in Liberty Hill, Texas.
Ellie gown
Felicity gown
The Dewdrop gown may sound familiar but I updated it recently and wanted to re-introduce her. She was photographed by several photographers at this styled shoot so these are just some of the first ones I got back from Ericka Geier Photography, more to come!
The Dewdrop gown is made with seaweed-style coral sequin stretch fabric, nude knit lining (bodice), silk chiffon, and silk charmeuse. She was designed for the modern bride who loves comfort, pink, and sparkles. Perfect for a beach wedding, a modern downtown wedding, or a pink modern elegant wedding at Houston’s Lux Vita. (see below)
Changes made to the Dewdrop gown:
Added silk chiffon ties at the center back to hold the dress on better because of the deep V in the front and back.
Added a zipper at the center back so it can fit more models/brides. (Pull-over style previously because the top is stretchy)
LOVE the pink velvet chairs and crushed pink velvet table cover. Next Chapter Weddings is amazing at styling weddings.
CREDITS
Planner/Coordinator: @next_chapter_weddings
Venue: @luxvitaevents
Backdrops: @mulberry_basket
Artificial Bouque: @lonestarflorals
Tablescape & Fresh Flowers: @all.the.pretty.things.htx
Stationery: @autumnfoxdesigns
Calligrapher: @le_le_lines
Cake: @theglutencakery
HAMU: @brittneyjohnsonmakeup
Bride: Angie
Photographer: Ericka Geier Photography
Huckleberry Wedding Films
Song: "Feels Like" by HRDLY (provided by Musicbed)
Photography: @katieknottsphoto
Hair + Makeup: @rievbeauty
Planning + Design: @thegroovyweddingco
Venue: @villa_antonia
Florist: @christieturnerdesigns
Stationary: @theprintedbride
Videography: @huckleberryweddingfilms
Gown: @desireemariedesign
Rentals: @premiereeventsaustin
Charcuterie: @luxboardsatx
Cake: @simplydeliciouscustomcakes
Models: @ashleyysykora @leauramullins @jackhedrick
Jewelry: @shopgraceandcharm
Car: @babybluedrivesforyou
Darlin’ Wedding Gown worn by model Chelsea Mattison.
2nd model pictured wearing the Ellie long sleeve lace gown worn by model Kristina Kerr
Design + Planning: @thegroovyweddingco
Photography: @mackenziesmithphoto
Venue: @thewinfieldinn
Rentals: @modernpicnics
Floral: @moonflorastudio
Hair: @stylesbyv
Stationary: @ox.ink
Makeup: @harshalani
Rentals: @alpalitaustin
Balloons: @kiwisparty
Bakery: @wombakery
Copywrite: @kidd_you_not
Models: @_chelseamattison @madilage @basically_maggies (Kristina Kerr)
Edited photos are back from Erin when she photographed the Vegas dress in Vegas!
Next Chapter Weddings put on another fabulous styled shoot in Houston and asked me to join as a vendor. I jumped at another opportunity and sent Brandi my April gown.
You may know this about me already, but I LOVE cacti! So I’m obsessed with this gorgeous venue!
Above photo of flat lay by @erikageierphotography
Planning @nextchapterweddings
Location @houstonbotanic
Photo @senaephotography and @erikageierphotography (flat lay photo)
Model @paige_beitler
HMUA @polishedmakeupandhair
Jewelry @christinagreenejewelry
Calligraphy/Stationary @shemadeitlikethat
Floral @pompomflorists
Art & Decor @mulberry_basket
Dress April Gown
https://trends-magazine.net/santa-fe-sunset-styled-shoot/
Exciting news! The Wildflower gown was just published in Trends Wedding & Lifestyle Magazine on 1-10-2021 from one of my most recent styled shoots with Candice Dawn Photography, model Sparkle Sauls, and Christie Turner Designs (florals) at the 71 West wedding venue.
The backdrop, decorations, theme, and planning was all done by Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots—LOVE
The Swig Rig is such a cute bar to add to your wedding
Model: Sparkle Sauls//Event Venue: 71 West Ranch//Floral Designer: ChristieTurnerFloralDesign//Fashion Designer: Desiree Marie Design//Photographer: Candice Dawn Photography
More photos from the styled shoot at the Stonehouse Villa with the Felicity gown and the Daisy gown.
My first pavlova from Crema Bakery! Loved it! Pink, glittery, blueberries, cream—adore!
Photographer// Chelsea Farner
Location// @stonehousevilla
Stylist, Planners & Decor// @texashillcountrycollective
Bride 1// @brighteyedjenn
Bride 2 // @sarahc.may
Groom// Harvey Sun
Florals// @christieturnerdesigns
HMUA// Silk + Glow @silkandglow
Banner// Lynwood Weddings @lynwood_weddings
Bakery//@cremabakerycafe
Stationary and Calligraphy// @unlostcalligraphyco
Wedding vows + Poem// @showrites
I had the pleasure of visiting the gorgeous venue Stonehouse Villa and finished a new dress, Felicity, just for the occasion.
Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots hosts styled shoots and has several photographers, as well as other amazing local vendors, get together almost monthly to make magic.
Here are some photos back already from one of the photographers, Lauren Crumpler Photography.
Daisy gown
Planning/Design: Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots @texashillcountrycollective
Photographer: Lauren Crumpler Photography @lauren.crumpler.photo
Floral: Christie Turner Designs @christieturnerdesigns
Venue: Stonehouse Villa @stonehousevilla
Model 1: @brighteyedjenn
Model 2: @SarahC.may
HMUA: @Silkandglow
This is only one set of 3 for the styled shoot at 71 West with the Wrangler and Wildflower gowns from my Southwest Bride Collection…so there’s more to come!
The styled shoot was designed by Texas Hill Country Styled Shoots and inspired by Santa Fe, so I knew my Southwest dresses would fit right in with the bright, colorful, cactus-themed boho wedding.
Photo @countryanchorphotography
Decor/Planning @texashillcountrycollective
Floral @christieturnerdesigns
Location @71West
Model (1st pictured) @fitmissbri
Model Groom @andyerixson
Model Bride 2 @genuinesparkle
HMUA @studio43HMUA
Bar @the_swig_rig
Photographer Erin was looking for a fun elopement dress for her styled shoot just a month ago and I took on the challenge of creating a new dress specifically for the occasion!
Meet the Vegas dress!
This dress is made mostly from a refurbished vintage wedding skirt that I was gifted from a client. I did not have much time, and shipping during COVID has been hit and miss, so I had to work with what I had, but it worked out perfectly, so no regrets!
Cute couple, Hayley and Bryen rockin’ these looks!
Removable puff sleeves snap on at the shoulder
Lace boots from House of Elliot click here
Teaser photos from Dec 20th Styled Shoot with Mackenzie Smith Photo.
Model Chelsea Mattison is modeling my Darlin’ gown below from the Southwest Bride Collection.
Model Kristina @basically_maggies modelling my Ellie gown below.
Design + Planning: @thegroovyweddingco
Photography: @mackenziesmithphoto
Venue: @thewinfieldinn
Rentals: @modernpicnics
Floral: @moonflorastudio
Hair: @stylesbyv
Stationary: @ox.ink
Makeup: @harshalani
Rentals: @alpalitaustin
Gowns: @desireemariedesign
Balloons: @kiwisparty
Bakery: @wombakery
Copywrite: @kidd_you_not
Models: @_chelseamattison @madilage @basically_maggies
Savannah gown
Wildflower gown from the Southwest Bride 2020 Collection
Planner/Coordinator: Next Chapter Weddings
Venue: Lux Vita
Linens and Decor: Mulberry Basket Events
Plates/Stemware: Grands Rentals
Lounge Area: Decor 369
Arch/Sweets/Stand/white outdoor flower wall: Dulce Decor by Sylvia
Cake: Gowdas Bakehouse
Sweets: Gud sugar
Florals: Red Experiences
Purple Artificial bouquets: Lone Star Florals
Flower Walls: Southern Flower Walls
Hair & Makeup Artists: Simple Beauty Artistry
Sha’Ketha with Vivid Glam Artistry
Photographer: Rivers Light Photography
I finished this dress along with a couple of other dresses a few months ago, pre-COVID, and kept waiting for this all to end, but after June hit, I could not wait any longer. So I collaborated with a small vendor team and we made sure to keep a distance when possible (hard with a model) and we all wore facemasks as well, including our model.
Since Callie and the photographer could stay 6 ft apart because of her long lens, we were able to get some shots in between with no mask.
The Sky Stone gown is named after the turquoise Sky Stone. Sky Stone dates back far as the mummy period, but it has a great meaning to the Native American culture, and that is where I borrowed the name from for my gown with turquoise details. They used to say it is the “stone that stole its color from the sky, …and it brings prosperity, good luck, and power” -(Kallstrom)
Designed to be comfortable, effortless, and carefree, like the badass women of the Southwest. Other dresses/jumpsuits in the collection include Mexican inspired embroidery. Link at the bottom of this blog post.
Stay safe y’all!
Oh Darlin’! This dress is inspired by the Southwest and 70’s boho fashion. I created a faux poncho on the top half of the dress, playing with sheerness, and the bottom half of the dress is very untraditional with it’s ankle asymmetrical hem, and easy-to-wear style.
I, of course, work with brides to create the dress of their dreams, but when I am designing for my brand, I am always thinking about the dress being easy to wear, comfortable, fashionable, and a little bridal-y.
Model Ericka Lugnani
Floral Savanna Paige
Remnant Hats-ATX
I normally do not love b/w images...but this I LOVE!
Credits:
Sunflowers Stills Photography
Model Ericka Lugnani
Florals by Savanna Paige
Hats by Remnant Hats-ATX
Location Mckinney Falls ATX
