WEDDING BLOG

This Blackberry Farm Houston Wedding Inspiration at The Meekermark Combines Rustic Garden Vibes and Handpicked Details

April 25, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

Calling all couples planning a Houston wedding – this post is for you! The Big Fake Wedding Houston brought together a team of the city’s most talented vendors for a handpicked, super sweet, and totally fake wedding celebration for future brides and grooms-to-be to enjoy. Inspired by blackberry farms and springtime lavender, these savvy Houston wedding vendors transformed The Meekermark into the rustic garden wedding of our dreams (and yours too!).

The event was designed by Lovely Grace Events + Creations and Exquisite Details by Raquel along with florists The Tallest Tulip, Lanson B. Jones Floral & Events, Chair Covers n More and featured yummy treats by Popfancy and Lisa’s Baking Addiction plus pop-up cocktails by The Traveling Spirit. Favors have never been more desired than the pretty plants provided by Succulent Bar and all-natural Malvi: Marshmallow Confections. Every handcrafted detail was beautifully captured by Payton Hartsell Photography, Drake Studio, and Shotz! by Niyah Belle.

Not familiar with Big Fake Wedding? This bridal show alternative brings together wedding vendors in cities across the country to throw a big, fake wedding to show off their skills – and you’re invited! Check out the schedule of upcoming events for the rest of the year and scroll on to get inspired by the Big Fake Wedding Houston‘s gorgeous spring Houston wedding at The Meekermark!

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Shotz! by Niyah Belle

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Shotz! by Niyah Belle

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Shotz! by Niyah Belle

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Shotz! by Niyah Belle

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

photo by Drake Studio

photo by Payton Hartsell Photography

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Payton Hartsell Photography, Drake Studio, Shotz! by Niyah Belle
Event Design – Lovely Grace Events + Creations (Head Table + Tables 1, 2, 4, 5), Exquisite Details by Raquel (Cake Backdrop)
Day-Of Coordinator – Agape Wedding Co.
Venue – The Meekermark
Floral + Event Design – The Tallest Tulip (Personal Flowers + Florals for Tables 1, 2, 4, 5), Lanson B. Jones Floral & Events (Ceremony Backdrop), Chair Covers n More (Tables 3, 6)
Catering – 2 Guys 1 Pit BBQ and Catering
Cocktail Camper – The Traveling Spirit
Rum Sponsor – Blue Chair Bay
Popsicles – Popfancy
Cake – Sarah Epps Cakery
DJ & Emcee – Signature Eventx
Ceremony Music – Space City Brass
Stationery – Shop Aurea (Gold Metallic + Floral Accents), Cottonwood Print Design Co. (Modern Foraged Florals)
Table Accents – Jamie Lindley Lettering
Hair + Makeup Styling – Hair and Makeup by Lexi
Wedding Dress – Houston Bridal Gallery
Hand-Lettered Jacket – The Inky Worm
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Houston Bridal Gallery
Men’s Wedding Band Home Try-On – Hitched
Photo Booth – Ohh Snap! Photo Booth
Specialty Rentals – Southern Staged
Rentals – Aztec Events & Tents
Transportation – First Class Tours
Hotel – Marriott Woodlands Waterway
Sugar Cookie Bar – Lisa’s Baking Addiction
Succulent Favors – Succulent Bar
Marshmallow Favors – Malvi: Marshmallow Confections

Missed Big Fake Wedding Houston? Be sure to check out their full list of locations to see when their next event is coming to your town! And don’t forget to check out our recap of The Big Fake Wedding Atlanta’s Icelandic-inspired wedding!

This post is sponsored by Big Fake Wedding!

This Texas Hill Country Wedding Has All the Moody Romantic Inspiration You’ve Been Looking For

April 25, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

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Stephanie and Mark’s Texas Hill Country wedding was the perfect combination of rustic and glamorous! The California couple tied the knot in one of their favorite places, the bride’s parents’ backyard, and Tracy Collins Events made their reception tent feel like the most romantic place on Earth! Flora Fetish created stunning floral installations, centerpieces, and bouquets in moody colors for a sophisticated, wintry feel, and E+B creative created mixed metallic signage to add a touch of modern to the overall look. Every detail of this Texas wedding was exceptionally crafted, and Nikk Nguyen Photo captured it all beautifully!

The Couple:

Stephanie and Mark

The Wedding:

Private Residence, Driftwood, Texas

Our ceremony was definitely the most memorable part of the day! It was in Stephanie‘s parents’ backyard, a place we both love to be. We chose acoustic Pearl Jam and Guns ‘n’ Roses for the music, some of our favorites. Because family means so much to us, we asked Mark‘s sister to sing, had Mark‘s cousin officiate, and surprised our parents with individual tributes that detailed the impact they’ve had upon our lives. Everything was just perfect to us — even the unplanned car alarm and barking dog that went on for 5 minutes!

Processional – “God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys, “Yellow Ledbetter” by Pearl Jam, and “November Rain” by Guns ‘n’ Roses
Recessional – “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns ‘n’ Roses
First Dance – “Satisfied” by Ian Moore
Mother/Son Dance – “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong
Father/Daughter Dance – “In My Life” by The Beatles

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Nikk Nguyen Photo
Event Planning – Tracy Collins Events
Floral Design – Flora Fetish
Catering – Salt Lick BBQ
Cake – Sweet Treets Bakery
Acoustic Ceremony Guitar – Aaron Goldfarb
Live Music – The Rocket Brothers Band
Videography – ATX Wedding Video
Stationery – Twin Sisters Design
Makeup Artist – Houston Puryear
Hair Styling – Miranda McGuire
Wedding Dress – Willowby via Fleurish LA
Groom and Groomsmen’s Apparel – The Black Tux
Rings – Roxbury Jewelry
Arbor – Mancino Iron Rental
Signage – E+B creative
Stage Cutouts – Scripted Ever After
Rentals – Marquee Event Group
Tabletop Rentals – Birch & Brass
Cups, Napkins, Etc – Gracious Bridal
Tent Rental – Marquee Event Group
Lighting – Austin Event Lighting
Draping – Unique Design + Events
Photo Booth – Oh Happy Day
Favors – The Bloody Buddy
Send-Off Car – 4 Leaf Limo

Our biggest congratulations to Stephanie and Mark, and a special thanks to Junebug member Nikk Nguyen Photo Texas Hill Country wedding. Want to see more from this talented photographer? This couple curated a natural eclectic Dripping Springs, TX wedding at Prospect House!

Intimate Wildflower Inspired Rattlesnake Lake Elopement

April 24, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

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Inspired by the whimsical and free-spirited nature of wildflowers, Madi and Josiah’s Rattlesnake Lake elopement was as lovely as could be! The couple gathered their nearest and dearest for a waterfront ceremony filled with love, music, and beautiful views. Then the couple wandered away with Alex Lasota Photography for a newlywed portrait session on the cliffs, along the water’s edge, and into the forest that made our hearts burst with joy! In keeping with the simple and lighthearted vibe of this elopement, My Garden Overfloweth created the prettiest wildflower bouquet for the bride and matching boutonniere for the groom, both of which added the pop of color that was needed against the mostly neutral, natural landscape.

The Couple:

Madi and Josiah

The Wedding:

Rattlesnake Lake, North Bend, Washington