BANLEIGH + CARL | THE WHITE SPARROW

Yay! It's #MarriedFaceMonday!

Today we're welcoming fall by recapping Banleigh + Carl's gorgeous autumn wedding! The green and white color palette has become so popular recently, but this wedding feels fresh and unique because our bride, Banleigh, took that green and ran with it! We are obsessed with the deep emerald of her maids dresses and even this girl's eyes are an incredible shade of green!

For her florals, we wanted lots of texture and unique flower shapes. You won't find any traditional roses here! We kept it a little funky with dahlias, anmeones, and lots of queen anne's lace to bring in that pop of white against lush greenery.

The head table is truly what dreams are made of with a gorgeous garland runner full of textural greenery and garden style white blooms. Mixed with romantic gold candlesticks and votives to add soft candlelight while these two danced the night away. It couldn't have been more perfect!

Thank you to Sadi Brooke Photography for capturing the whole day so beautifully and be sure to see the full team below!

VENDOR TEAM

FLOWERS | CELEBRATE DALLAS
PHOTOGRAPHY | SADI BROOKE
VENUE + COORDINATION | THE WHITE SPARROW
HAIR + MAKEUP | HAYLEE PURDY
BAND | ROYAL DUKES
RENTALS | JUNK AND DISORDERLY
CAKE | SWEET SOMETHINGS BY ASHLEIGH

CAROLINE + MACK | DALLAS ARBORETUM

Yay! It's #MarriedFaceMonday!

If color is your jam, you are going to be head over heels with today's wedding! Caroline + Mack tied the knot last fall at the Dallas Arboretum with a garden style vibe worthy of this famous Dallas wedding venue!

Caroline was such a stunning bride with a soft, clean romantic style and we feel like that perfectly influenced her wedding day design. We absolutely loved the collected look of her head table, full of romantic blooms in clear glass vases.

But our favorite element of the day? Her bouquet! This is hands-down one of our favorite bouquets ever. We just can't get enough of the mix of colors and how each blooms looks unique but cohesive. We'll never get over those Cafe Au Lait Dahlias either!

Thank you to Apryl Ann Photography for capturing every moment so beautifully!

VENDOR TEAM

FLOWERS | CELEBRATE DALLAS
PHOTOGRAPHY | APRYL ANN PHOTOGRAPHY
VENUE | DALLAS ARBORETUM

RACHAEL + BLAKE | THE WHITE SPARROW

To be honest, I didn't quite realize how behind on posting our work we were until I came across this stunning gallery from LAST OCTOBER and my mind was blown. Don't you fret, we're pulling photos and googling synonyms for "happy" like mad over here!

Rachel + Blake tied the knot last year at one of our favorite venues in Texas, The White Sparrow. This gem of a venue is situated in Quinlan Texas and some people question if it's worth the 40 minute drive from downtown Dallas. Trust us, it totally is! Give Marissa a call and schedule a tour, you will not be disappointed! A member of the Celebrate Dallas team will even be having her wedding there next year! 

Now back to our #marriedfacemonday couple and their stunningly rustic wedding day. October usually marks the beginning of fall in Texas and the weather did not disappoint. With the perfectly overcast lighting and our favorite backdrop, there's just so much to love about this day! We paired dark wooden accents with soft neutral blooms and subtle pops of pink. The men were styled in dark navy suits with pale pink ties, while the maids dazzled in various shades of dusty rose and creamy ivory. 

One of Rachael's absolute must-haves was a pair of teal velvet chairs from Beautiful Event Rentals she'd spotted on a blog feature of our Autumnal Boho Editorial. Those bold chairs became the focal point of our entire design, playing the vital role of dinner seating. Family was also a huge inspiration to the couple when it came to their wedding day. The date was specifically chosen as a nod to Rachael's parents, who also wed on the first weekend of October. Their officiant was a close family friend who spoke beautifully of their love and a table that once belonged to Rachael's grandmother, held their unity candle and bible during the ceremony. 

After an epic dance party on the patio under the stars and twinkle lights, guests ventured to the front of the barn to witness a spectacular SURPRISE firework display put on by the venue. One of our first firework displays, and it did not disappoint! Check out the footage in the highlight video below! Extra big thank you's to our photographer, Adria Lea and our videography team from Joy Neville Photography + Films! 

FEATURED ON | INSPIRED BY THIS

Video | Joy Neville Photography + Films

VENDOR TEAM

PLANNING + FLORALS | CELEBRATE DALLAS
VENUE + FIREWORKS | THE WHITE SPARROW
DJ | SPIN DJ ENTERTAINMENT
PHOTOGRAPHY | ADRIA LEA
VIDEOGRAPHY | JOY NEVILLE PHOTOGRAPHY + FILMS
MAKEUP | ERIKA CURRY
HAIR | JORDAN PAINTS HAIR
RENTALS | BEAUTIFUL EVENT RENTALS
CATERING + BAR | ABEULOS
CAKE | WHISK UNTIL SWEET
DRESS | MORI LEE
TUX | THE BLACK TUX
GET AWAY CAR | MAVERICK LIMOUSINES
 

DANIELLE + NICK | JEFFERSON TOWER

Happy Monday friends! It's a special day indeed! Today we're sharing Danielle + Nick's intimate wedding set in the woods of South Dallas. D + N are locals to our old neighborhood, Bishop Arts, and found us while wandering past the studio one night while walking the pups. It was love at first sight for this one. Once Danielle shared her wedding vision, we were hooked! 

Set in the lush woodland landscape of Cedar Ridge Preserve just south of downtown Dallas, D+N tied the knot on stage and under a stunning copper arch styled by Silka + her team with Jefferson Tower Events. The setting was a perfect expression of the couple -- laid back and personable with a subtle hint of whimsy. Of course, the pups mentioned before made an appearance for their parents wedding day and managed to steal a little spotlight for themselves as dogs tend to do. Its hard to contain all that excitement when your parents get married! 

Once official, the newlyweds and party moved to the top floor of Jefferson Tower for an excellent view of downtown Dallas and an epic dinner + dance party. Danielle always envisioned a single long table to seat all of their guests and the final design did not disappoint! The minimalism in decor made a statement of it's own; the all white setting was the perfect backdrop. Big thank you to Ashley Rhian Photography for capturing this epic day so we could share it with all of you! 

MELISSA CLAIRE PHOTOGRAPHY | MOST LOVED

Meet Melissa, the newest Coterie member and our most recent MOST LOVED!! We met Melissa at a Knot networking event over 2 years ago when Celebrate Dallas was just starting to set it roots in the community. She was wearing a black dress covered in constellations and planets and we just knew we'd found a kindred creative spirit in the sea of Dallas vendors. 

Read all about her photography journey and get to know Melissa a little more intimately on today's episode of CELEBRATE DALLAS' MOST LOVED!

What are five words (or a five word sentence that would describe you and/or your company the best?

Bold. Loving. Free-Spirited. Candid. Colorful.

How did you get into photography? Was it always weddings?

I always knew I wanted to spend my life and career taking photos, so I studied fine art photography and received my Bachelor's Degree in 2010. After graduation, I honestly wasn't sure *what* exactly to do with my future. Luckily, a few wonderful photographers gave me guidance and let me shadow them at weddings, and I started second shooting a lot. I fell in love with weddings and am always grateful to have found a career that is both creative and service based!

What’s your favorite moment of the wedding day to photograph?

Getting ready. From styling the details to capturing the candid anticipation of the day (even for myself), the first part of the day is a chance to slow down and be fully present while the rest of the wedding day is a joyful whirlwind. Another favorite is definitely the romantic bride and groom portraits!

Have any tips for the camera shy brides and grooms out there?

Trust your photographer, and trust the process. It's our job to provide coaching/guidance and walk into any situation with confidence and direction!  Additionally, I would encourage brides and grooms to hire a photographer they like personally as we're right there with them the entire day.

What’s your favorite local hangout?

I'm such a homebody, but I do love a good art exhibit! I'm always up for cocktails at Paschall's in Denton. And you can also find me at local music shows, since Nick (my husband and wonderful second shooter) plays in two Fort Worth based bands: Lindby and The Hendersons!