I share an alma mater (the University of Texas–hook ’em!) with today’s bride and groom, Alison and Andrew, and I’m sure I speak for many Longhorns when I say that it is tremendously easy to fall in love with Austin. The city also set the stage for Alison and Andrew’s love story, so it was a natural fit when it came time to choose the location for their wedding! After Alison and her bridesmaids got ready for the day at the iconic Hotel St. Cecelia, she and Andrew were married at Laguna Gloria, which they chose for its view of Lake Austin–one of their favorite places to spend time together. I’m sure that any of their guests who traveled in for the celebration loved getting a taste of the incredible place where Alison and Andrew fell in love!
Thank you so much to Clark Brewer for sharing this beautiful day with us!
What made you choose your ceremony and reception venues? Did they have any special significance to you? We love spending time on Lake Austin, and Laguna Gloria has a beautiful view of the lake.
Did you decide to do a first look? Why or why not? Yes. We wanted to take all of our photos before the wedding so we could enjoy the cocktail hour with our guests!
Did you write your own vows? If so, what was your favorite phrase, verse or line? We used traditional vows.
What readings, if any, did you have at your ceremony? Our readings were a September 8, 1869 letter written by Mark Twain to Olivia Langdon (no relation to me) in anticipation of their own wedding and “A Blessing for a Marriage” by James Dillet Freeman.
Describe your wedding flowers. The flowers were composed of peonies, ranunculus, lily of the valley, dahlias, parrot tulips, garden roses, lisianthus, lilac, dusty miller, bay laurel, seeded eucalyptus, olive, and a trailing jasmine vine.
Describe your wedding cake or dessert. Our cake was toasted coconut with vanilla buttercream.
How did y’all meet? Tell us your love story. We met through mutual friends while attending The University of Texas.
When did y’all get married? October 31, 2015
How many friends, family members, and loved ones attended your wedding? 225
Did you have something borrowed, blue, old, and new? If so, do tell! I borrowed a necklace that was made for my grandmother for her wedding. It was also worn by my mother, aunts, and cousins on their wedding days.
What was the biggest challenge you had to overcome while planning your wedding? There were tornado warnings and major flooding the day before our wedding.
What is the one detail or vendor that you were so happy to have as a part of your wedding? My good friend Jane of Carolyn Jane Design designed our save the dates, wedding invitations, programs, and menu!
What’s next for you as a couple? What memories are you looking forward to making together? We are looking forward to traveling to Italy this fall for our honeymoon.
Photographer: Clark Brewer | Planner: 36th Street Events | Ceremony Venue: Laguna Gloria | Reception Venue and Caterer: Westwood Country Club Austin | Florist: Posey Floral and Event Design | Cake Baker: Michelle’s Patisserie | Rentals: Loot and Bee Lavish | Lighting: Illios | Band: The Motts | Paper Products: Carolyn Jane Designs | Bride’s Gown: Carolina Herrera | Hair Stylist: Salon Hush | Makeup Artist: Donna Bruns | Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Groom’s Attire: Billy Reid
I love how effortlessly classic this wedding is, while brining the funk from Austin in, in the details!
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