ELEGANT GARDEN PARTY WEDDING NEAR AUSTIN, TEXAS

elegant garden party weddings are the perfect choice for couples seeking to create a classical atmosphere that still has room for modern wedding details. in this blog, we’ll explore #aandbabe carmen and parker’s big day. from their elegant garden party wedding floral arrangements, to carmen’s tara latour wedding dress, we’re breaking down every timeless detail and wedding trend.

the grand lady wedding venue in manor, texas

when selecting a luxury texas wedding venue, carmen and parker were drawn to the grand lady in manor, texas. this modern event venue not only fit their wedding needs, but also had a charming garden that was perfect for their outdoor garden wedding vision.

sustainable brides in texas often seek out the grand lady for this particular garden. the venue shares, “our secret garden provides over a half acre of sustainably grown flowers specifically for grand lady wedding clients. reducing your wedding’s carbon footprint and deepening your connection to the space.”

garden party wedding florals

when it came to florals, carmen and parker carefully selected their color palette. creating an inviting color scheme, the couple chose mostly neutral colors like ivory and light pink. pops of vibrant greenery and warm oranges added dimension to every arrangement. floral installations on either side of the aisle followed this whimsical garden party color scheme as well as carmen’s bouquet.

ivory and light orange floral bridesmaids dresses

in addition to these fresh wedding colors being present in the wedding flowers, carmen’s bridal party also wore similar shades of pinks and oranges. most bridesmaids wore ivory and light orange bridesmaids dresses with a delicate floral pattern. other members of carmen’s bridal crew wore soft pink. the pastel color palette and contrasting floral print fit wonderfully into carmen and parker’s whimsical wedding style.

‘como’ by tara latour wedding dress

since the setting of their garden party wedding was already so captivating, carmen opted to wear a sleek wedding dress that would stand out in photos. choosing ‘como’ dress by tara latour bridal, carmen adored the fit-and-flare silhouette. the dress felt modern and simplistic, but with just enough detail. como’s pinched sweetheart bodice offered a fun finishing touch as did the dramatic train.

sweet garden wedding ceremony

for their sweet garden wedding ceremony, white folding chairs sat on a green grass lawn. their brick wedding aisle led to a colorful floral installation at their altar. set against a wooded backdrop, their ceremony space was a relaxed and sophisticated setting.

carmen and parker’s elegant garden party wedding set the tone for their forever love story. ending the evening with a classic sparkler exit, the two shared one last kiss before wrapping up their fanciful wedding day.

dress designer: tara latour / bridal shop: a&bé dallas / photographer: chandler j photo / planning: barbara’s brides / venue: grand lady austin / florals: christie turner designs / hair and makeup: abbie roe mua