Texas Hill Country Weddings at La Estancia Bella

texas, hill country, weddings, venue, rustic, pastoral, destination style, elegant, unique
Venue: La Estancia Bella | Photo: Dunlap Photography

It’s time to head to the hills…the Texas Hill Country that is! Nestled on a 100-acre longhorn cattle ranch lies the epitome of country elegance, La Estancia Bella.

Custom-built by the Barr family, La Estancia Bella was designed with a specific goal in mind: to create the perfect space for authentic Texas Hill Country weddings while providing a memorable experience for couples and their guests! Located in Wimberly, this family-owned wedding venue will whisk you away from the hustle-and-bustle of the city to its serene, pastoral grounds.

Click here to read the rest of this post »

New Indoor-Outdoor Rustic Wedding Venue: The Pavilion at Vida Bela

Photo: J. Ernest Media

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Texas, The Pavilion at Vida Bela is a new and unique rustic wedding venue perfect for couples who are looking for an outdoor ceremony space and indoor reception space.

Nestled on 74-acres of lush piney woods and a berry orchard in North Houston, this destination-style wedding venue is a true hidden gem that will make you feel as though you’re in your own secluded paradise. From the pristine four-acre lake to the small private island to the namesake Pavilion, you can’t help but say “I do” to the enchanting Pavilion at Vida Bela!

Click here to read the rest of this post »

10 Simple Elegant Wedding Venues

Lounge and live it up at these 10 simple elegant wedding venues in and around Houston. You’ll be in the excellent company of many couples who have chosen these beautiful though not-too-buttoned-down Houston wedding venues for their own relaxed and romantic celebrations!

Houston wedding venue elegant affordable unique ceremony space
Venue: Sara’s Inn | Photo: Larry Fagala
1. SARA’S INN

Located in the hip, bustling Houston Heights neighborhood, Sara’s Inn combines Victorian charm with well-appointed accommodations in a unique, vintage-vibe wedding setting. Here, you’ll find antique furnishings, intimate reception spaces and picturesque outdoor areas, including an elegant 1,000-square-foot covered garden patio that makes for a lovely ceremony location. You can also exchange your vows on the front porch steps of the inn or on the rooftop balcony, for a truly special “I do” experience.

Click here to read the rest of this post »

Lakefront Weddings at Southern Lace Estates

Southern Lace Estates houston wedding venue lakefront water view outdoor ceremony
Venue: Southern Lace Estates | Photo: Kasey Lynn Photography

A secluded wedding venue north of Houston, Southern Lace Estates feels like a destination wedding venue, but is located just minutes from downtown Houston. Nestled within 100 wooded acres, Southern Lace Estates is a private wedding venue and chapel rich with country-chic style and Southern hospitality. This family-owned venue is newly built, and designed to serve Houston area brides who desire an estate-style wedding close to the heart of the city.

Click here to read the rest of this post »

Rustic-Elegant Barn Wedding by Plants N’ Petals

If we were to give out awards for adorable proposal stories, we’d definitely have to hand one out to Houston couple Britnie and Valentino. “When Britnie and I first started dating, we used to jam out to ‘Anyone Else But You’ by The Moldy Peaches, but we added our own lyrics,” says Valentino. So, naturally, when Valentino had the opportunity to propose to Britnie in front of 200 people at a church retreat, he decided to sing out the beloved indie hit…his way. It went a little something like this: “I am a Jedi and you were an English major/I’ll always protect you with my blue light saber/Here I kneel on this one knee/Oh Britnie, will you tell me you’ll marry me/Because I don’t see this ring more fitting for anyone else but you.” Just like that he swept his beloved off her feet, and they tied the knot a year later with their dearest family and friends in attendance, surrounded by insanely gorgeous flowers and decor from Plants N’ Petals. They even included their favorite Houston hangouts, Southside Espresso, as a vendor at the wedding, which “gave our guests a great non-alcoholic option,” the groom says. Congratulations, Britnie & Valentino, and thank you SO MUCH for sharing your beautiful celebration with us!

Blue-Bridal-Shoes Weddings-by-Debbie-Gown Wedding-Ceremony Wedding-Ceremony Wedding-Party Bride-and-Groom Gift-Table Guestbook Elegant-Rustic-Wedding-Decor Elegant-Rustic-Wedding-Decor Elegant-Rustic-Wedding-Decor Elegant-Rustic-Wedding-Decor Blush-Ivory-Gold-Decor Blush-Ivory-Gold-Decor First-Dance Father-Daughter-Dance Cake-Cutting-Ceremony Star-Wars-Inspired-Groom-Cake Bride-and-Groom-Kissing

Photos: Photography by Niki | Wedding Dress: Weddings by Debbie | Flowers, Decor & Rentals: Plants N’ Petals