With so many stunning weddings to reflect on since the beginning of the year, we had to take the opportunity to sing praises to all of the unbelievable, often jaw-dropping floral arrangements we saw in real weddings and styled shoots in our year end roundup, taking a look at the best of 2018 wedding floral trends. Though all prominent to the year, we certainly think these trends could all stand the test of time and can’t wait to see how our local wedding florists will incorporate the new ideas in the new year! Scroll on for a few of our 2018 floral favorites and be sure to check out more from all of these fabulous weddings!

The Bold (Pink) and the Beautiful

With the end of 2017 hinting at an increased interest in this decidedly feminine hue, pinks of all shades swept the bridal industry during 2018, especially with floral trends! But perhaps the most coveted range of this shade was the poppy, punchy bright fuchsia pinks, displayed in matching bold, contemporary fashion. If eye-catching was the goal, we’d say this year’s florals took the cake!

Billie Ball & Co. | Katie Frost Weddings | Stanley Korshak Bridal Boutique | Flying V Ranch | Abbie Mae Photography

Out of the Garden | Rachel Elaine Photography | Events by Jade | The Nest at Ruth Farms | Coral Lane 

21 Parc Floral and Events | Andrea Elizabeth Photography | Weddings by Stardust | Coral Lane | Top Tier Event Rentals & Staffing | Brake & Clutch Warehouse

Lush Couture Floral | The Bridal Salon at Neiman Marcus | Stardust Celebrations | Anna Smith Photography

Wild and Whimsical

Perfectly suited for something between a rustic and bohemian affair, we fell head over heels for the wild whimsy of the freely overgrown and slightly undone look of floral arrangements that adorned many of our favorite tables this year! Mixing in eucalyptus, berries and tons of greenery, the possibilities were endless with creative opportunity for this type of arrangement!

Root + Bloom Floral Design |  Ben Q. Photography | Beautiful Event Rentals | Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Petals Couture | Bethany Erin Photography

Flourish Floral Design Studio | Nate & Grace Photography | Katie Frost Weddings | Coral Lane | Top Tier Event Rentals & Staffing | Chapel Creek Ranch

Adorned Altars 

What’s a better way to share forever promises of love and life together than standing under an altar arranged with blooming beauties? We saw more stunning floral arches this year than we could even count, and we certainly hope this is a trend we’ll be seeing for decades to come!

Kate McLeod Studio | Jen Rios Weddings | Lovely Bride | Beautiful Event Rentals | Brittany Jones Beauty | AR Photography | Gold Dust Event Co. | Brake & Clutch Warehouse

Blushington Blooms | Shannon Rose Events | Bridal Boutique | The Bridal Salon at Neiman Marcus | Ellen Ashton Photography

Something Pretty Floral | The Milestone – Denton | Beautiful Event Rentals | Posh Couture Rentals | Charla Storey

The Greenhouse 817 | Brik Special Event Venue | Reigh Walker Photography

As we take a look back at all of the fabulous bridal looks that came across our desks, we can’t help but to reflect on some of our favorite new styles of the past 12 months, so we bring you a year end roundup, featuring the best of 2018 bridal fashion trends! From new shapes to experimental colors and even a touch of pop culture, we loved seeing brides and stylists embrace the unique with some of these innovative styles! Scroll on for a few of our favorites and take a look back at some of our other North Texas bridal favorites under our Wedding Inspiration tab!

Regal Reigns

With two highly publicized royal weddings captivating audiences near and far, there’s no question that this pop culture moment influenced designs and made its way across the pond to altars around the country, even landing locally with real DFW brides and serving as inspiration in many of our favorite styled shoots! Long lace sleeves, high necks and conservative glamour caught our eyes and certainly captured our hearts!

Bridal Boutique | The Bridal Salon at Neiman Marcus | Shannon Rose Events | Ellen Ashton Photography

LeAnn’s Bridal | Katie Frost Weddings | The Tarnos

Off-Shoulder Silhouettes

From ultra-romantic to ethereal bohemian, the off-shoulder trend continued to hold its place as one of the most well-liked (and not to mention flattering) silhouettes of the year! Its great versatility with a multitude of fabrics allowed for the look to shine on any bride donning the shape, no matter the style of the dress or her wedding.

Bridal Boutique | Courtney Hanson Photography | Jennifer Trotter – Lip Service Makeup | House of Dirt | The True Gem | Lindsey Zamora Events 

Lovely Bride Dallas | Brittany Clark Photography | The Cliff House

Stardust Celebrations | House of Tales Events | Dr. Delphinium Designs & Events | Melanie Julian Photography

Pearl Detailing 

While most bridal designers are rarely shy to embrace embellishments across a collection or two, this year gave us plenty to ooh and ahh about with the clear favoritism toward pearl detailing on gowns of all styles. From subtle additions to the bodice to all-over arrangements, we too embraced the delicate beadwork of these eye-catching adornments!

Lulu’s Bridal | Andrea Elizabeth Photography

Bridal Boutique | Dyan Kethley Photography | Lindsey Zamora Events | The Styling Stewardess | The True Gem | Brik Special Events Venue

Powder Blue Hues

Color experimentation may not be considered typical for the most traditional of brides, but this year proved a definite nod of approval toward the trend when it comes to soft pastel shades like blush and most notably a soft, powder blue! While providing a more experimental color option, we love that the delicate hue isn’t too vast of a departure from an all-white tradition, making it the perfect shade to have embraced the new!

Lovely Bride | Keestone Events | The Laurel | Allen Tsai Photography

Stanley Korshak Bridal Salon | Alba Rose Photography | Tease to Please Hair & Makeup | Beautiful Event Rentals | Out of the Garden | The Milestone – Denton

As we reach the end of this year and look forward to the next, we’re taking a look back at some of the hottest trends that swept the bridal industry, particularly as it pertains to wedding cuisine and culinary treats, in this 2018 roundup of North Texas wedding cake and catering trends! From the most contemporary affairs to those more in tune with tradition, these trends took shape in a multitude of ways all thanks to the creative culinary artists in the DFW area! Scroll on for more delicious delights and be sure to find check out more from these expert caterers and bakers under our vendors tab!

Fruits Fusions

For an extra dose of natural sweetness, we fully embraced the fruit-for-flavor and embellishment trend in 2018. From zesty citrus to sweet berries, we saw dozens of beautiful cakes and delicious looking bites with fruit as the focal point, and we’re hoping this trend rolls right into the new year too!

HoneyLove Cakery | Deven Ashley Photography | House of DIRT

XO Cakery | Stephanie Michelle Photography | Glitter and Glue Weddings

Gil’s Elegant Catering |  Andrea Elizabeth Photography | Vouv Dallas

Mini Bite Delights 

While most everyone enjoys an ample buffet spread or lively seated dinner, bite-sized dishes to take around the dance floor or even to the after party help keep the energy flowing throughout the night! Whether sweet or savory, we saw tons of fantastic uses of these single-bite style dishes that guests were sure to have gone back for second rounds!

Dandelion Cheesecakes | Alba Rose Photography | Out of the Garden | Top Tier Event Rentals + Staffing | Hidden Creek Events

Wolfgang Puck Catering | Joseph Mark Photography

Savor Patisserie | Top Tier Event Rentals + Staffing | A Stylish Soiree | Catie Ann Photography | Artspace111

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Garden-like Garnishes

When garden-grown enhancements make for both a beautiful AND delicious statement, we’re all in for a little earthy green addition! Fresh basil, mint and parsley took the cake (quite literally) this year, giving a new and tasty update to classic flavors and polished looks.

Fearings at the Ritz Carlton Dallas

Loft22 Cakes | Kate Pease Photography

Vestals Catering | Allen Tsai Photography

When it comes to getting the party started and keeping it going, the key ingredients are a five-star song list and some special unforgettable effects, so we’ve rounded up the best in DFW ceremony and reception entertainment services to keep you and your guests moving and grooving all night long! From motown maniacs to the top spinning DJs and some fireworks on the side, we’ve got you covered with a few of the area’s standout names that’ll be a sure-fire hit addition to your big day. Scroll on for our top favorites and be sure to check out their sites for further booking information!

DJ Jason Esquire

Starting his business nearly 20 years ago, this area hit DJ has an impressive list of entertainment gigs to more than qualify for wedding aficionado. From the first dance to the exit song, Jason will work with you to create your perfect custom playlist to keep you and your guests entertained all night long!

Photo: NBarrett Photography

PrestoTechnics

Looking for some fun, surprise special effects for your big night? Check out the genius award-winning team behind PrestoTechnics who offer everything from expert lighting to sparkler send-offs to picture-perfect, forever photo worthy fireworks. You can even include services around your fireworks show, like a pre-wedding photo shoot, or aerial video capturing to preserve the moment forever!

Photo: Megan Desoto Photography

The Royal Dukes Band

For a high-energy set list and a whole lot of fun, this 3-14 piece band brings the excitement of live entertainment to your big day while allowing for customizable options of the size and sound of the band. With ample showcases scheduled throughout the year, you’ll be able to sample their music in-person before booking to help create your ideal music set up from ceremony to send off!

Photo: Brooke Taelor

Box Talent Agency

With impressive stats like 30+ years in business, the preferred entertainment buyer at 30+ venues and secured bookings in 35+ states, Box Talent Agency claims an impressive list of musical groups and DJ talent to help create your dream musical lineup for your entire wedding day! Most all of their bands are able to travel, making it a breeze to secure the perfect entertainment for you and your guests to dance the night away to!

Side Show Screen Printing

For an interactive reception event, enlist Side Show Screen Printing to create custom shirts during the evening’s festivities! The printing team customizes up to five different artworks on screens and prints your choice of shirts, canvas bags, beach towels, koozies, etc. on-site so that your day sticks with your guests long after the event has ended – your guests don’t just takeaway a customized favor, they experience them.

Photo: Deven Ashley Photography

Julia McNally Fine Art & Live Event Painting

Creating a unique form of wedding entertainment AND a lifelong keepsake, Julia McNally spends your wedding ceremony (or reception – your choice!) painting that special moment from your big day. Just think! Your first kiss with your altar backdrop, your first dance surrounded by candlelight and your favorite people or your sweet getaway before jumping in the car could be remembered forever thanks to her beautiful illustrations. And your guests are sure to enjoy watching her process through the day!

With shorter days upon us and winter’s chill quickly encroaching, we’re longing for places and spaces that emulate our desires for intimate gatherings and warm, homey settings. If a cold-weather wedding is on your agenda for next year or the following, you won’t want to miss our roundup of 8 perfectly cozy settings for a Texas winter wedding! For small parties to larger affairs, we’ve included a few of the area’s inviting locales that feature an aesthetic to provide a fantastic backdrop for your big day. Scroll on for more and be sure to check out our Fall/Winter 2018 issue for more on North Texas’ best venues!

When you give an airy white backdrop a dazzling jewel-toned color palette, you get the beauty that is this gorgeously styled shoot filled with whimsical romance wedding inspiration at the White Sparrow Barn! The perfect dose of fall wedding inspo, rich hues rule the brightly lit space with shades of navy, raspberry, jade green, marigold and plum. Thanks to a spectacular show of floral arrangements and greenery garland, the otherwise rustic-chic space was instantly transformed into a whimsical fairytale dotted with delicate blooms and with its mix of antique and modern furniture pieces. A gorgeous forest green velvet settee framed by vintage-inspired lanterns made for an picturesque lounge area for the model bride and groom, and a dessert display table in a weathered wood look added a bit of vintage charm to the setting, thanks to rentals from Gold Dust Event Co. Along with a delicious cake, we love the variety of unique treats from Dandelion Cheesecakes added to the mix, giving inspiration that’s sure to make your night a sweet one! And as the last, and dare we say most beautiful, element to the shoot, the model bride looked stunning in a coral-like illusion lace gown with a classic hairstyle by Styles by Vero, pinned up for a flowing, sheer veil to trail behind. We love, love, LOVE this darling, trend-inspired shoot!

Photos // Tamara Maz Photography

With all of the fantastic spots around the DFW area to play host to you and your loved ones on your special day, we’re helping take some of the initial research off your to-do list with our mini venues guides, this time taking a look at some of North Texas’ most elegantly modern event space venues! From seats for 300 to small, intimate affairs, there’s a venue for all amongst these gorgeous and unique event-based spaces! Be sure to head to each spot’s respective sites to learn more and book your tour today! Cheers to finding “the one” for your special day!

The Venue at 400 N Ervay

Situated in the heart of downtown Dallas, this jewel of a venue space provides modern glamour mixed with rich architectural details as one of the city’s historic spots-turned modern day wedding gem! What used to be a US post office and courthouse building now offers multiple spaces for everything from showers to rehearsal dinners and, of course, the big day for ceremony and reception purposes! We’re a fan of all three main spaces, but especially love the gorgeous rooftop garden for it’s uniquely spectacular view of downtown.

Venue Forty50

Combining a rustic feel with pretty southern polish, this flexible event space has multiple picturesque spots perfect for everything on your big day! An elegant chandelier room, larger industrial space, cozy from porch and mid-sized rustic space make for the perfect spots to flow the evening from beginning to after-party end. If you’re looking at a guest list tipping over 500, this is the perfect spot for you, with seating space options for up to 700 people!

Nuvo Room

Super luxe and ultra-modern, this 5,000 square foot event space is perfectly adaptable to a variety of styles thanks to an all-white color concept. Situated just minutes from the North Dallas Tollway, this venue is easily accessible for most in the DFW area offering ample free parking options for all of your traveling guests. The sophisticated industrial interior was made for a scene set with gorgeous uplighting as exampled above, which luckily is included with a multitude of stylized options as part of each wedding package!

PalmWood Event and Conference

With picturesque, 360 degree views of Fort Worth’s infamous skyline, it’s hard not to love everything about this perfectly situated, multi-space venue. Posh architectural details combined with the stunning backdrop set the scene for a truly dazzling event. Make use of unique areas around the venue like the sweeping outdoor terrace views for a photo moment your guests will hold on to forever! Additional on-site amenities are unique, including custom full service catering and an on-staff sommelier and craft cocktail bartender to treat your guests to fantastic sips.

Photo: Amy Karp Photography

Andrew Ormsby at Cityplace Events

This bridal industry award-winning venue combines downtown chic with the ultimate in sophisticated design and true Texas elegance. Featuring three equally spectacular areas to host ceremony to reception and everything in-between, options to choose between include; the 42nd Floor Club in regal country-club like aesthetic; Lower Atriums with high ceilings, romantic lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows; and Upper Atriums with spectacular Uptown Dallas views and multiple levels to watch your guests dance the night away!

Known for their gorgeous garden space and three spectacular ballrooms on property, this gorgeous venue staffs an impressive team of full-service wedding planners to make choosing your spaces and managing everything from start-to-finish a guaranteed breeze! Flexible floor plans in every room and soft, neutral colors allow for maxim customization to make your dream wedding look easily come to life! With seating accommodations for a large number, keep your list full and your night a blast at this picture-perfect spot!

5th & Carroll

This modern lofty space in downtown Fort Worth features a unique interior design look with exposed metal beams, sliding barn doors, wood floors and massive light fixtures to make this an ideal spot to perfectly customize your space! Adjoining terraces and outdoor spots allow for a natural flow and make for the perfect space additions for a cocktail hour or pre-dinner photo op. With seating space available for up 300 guests, you’re sure to give yourselves and your loved ones a beautiful night to remember!

Vouv Meeting & Event Space

A newer space to the Dallas venue list, Vouv has a cozy, contemporary vibe with grandiose spaces easily customizable for any look and style! With rentals like linens, chairs and tables included, along with a fabulous event planning team on staff to help with all of your planning needs, your dream wedding is fully attainable at this inviting event space! Ample space and separate dressing rooms allow for both ceremony and reception hosting on-site, and guests will enjoy a delightful meal by in-house catering team Culinary Art Catering!

Photo: Kiss Me For Eternity

With the first of the year end’s holidays already upon us, we’re fully embracing the opportunity to enjoy all of the treats we can eat this Halloween from some of DFWs top dessert vendors! From local favorite mini macarons to the sweetest little cheesecake bites, these expert bakers take tricks and treats to a whole new level, with customization options to perfectly suit all of your spookiest holiday needs! Looking for some last minute dessert options to complete your holiday-inspired dessert bar? Or maybe you prefer a more creative approach to a Halloween wedding favor? Stop into any of these bakeries and you’re sure to find the tasty treats of your dreams (while supplies last!) to make your holiday season equally delicious and delightful!

Dandelion Cheesecakes

An area dessert staple known for a long-standing, secret family recipe, we love the idea of incorporating the fun and unique flavors of these bite-sized confections into your holiday handouts! With options ranging from fruity to savory, you’re sure to find a taste to suite the palate of any and every guest you meet! From classics like Oreo flavor to the more wildcard like mojito and gooseberry elderflower, we can picture these little cheesecakes in a thematic design as the perfect take away treat!

Savor Patisserie

If French sweets happen to be your palate’s preferred type of dessert, then don’t miss Dallas’ own specialty macaron shop featuring these gluten-free, light-as-air cookies in a wide variety of fun color and flavor options! This fall has seen seasonal favorites like Nutella pretzel, pumpkin pie and caramel apple, all perfect for your thematic Halloween affair! With customization options a-plenty, we can totally see a stacked tower of these mini delights in a fun fall color palette! Be sure to pop by and snag their festive options before they’re gone!

Haute Sweets Patisserie

With a menu featuring dessert classics from cookie bars to cupcakes, this bakery is a guaranteed way to treat any tricksters passing by this Halloween and all through the upcoming holiday season! Small bites like the monster-themed brownies featured here make for the perfect guilt-free sweets that all ages can enjoy! Whether you’re requesting a full custom cake or specially-designed iced cookies, be sure to pop by this DFW hotspot for a full look at their offering of baked goods!

Set amidst a wood and brick-laden chapel setting with the perfect dose of femininity through a vibrant color palette, we’re swooning over this pretty in pink rustic wedding inspiration shoot at the Hidden Pines Chapel | Hurst! The model bride wore a modern, lace overlay cutout gown from Bridal Boutique, who also provided the gorgeous pale pink bridesmaids dresses for a soft and romantic look. Tease to Please Hair & Makeup created delicate looks with natural makeup and soft feminine hair styles. To amplify the all-pink theme, LaneLove Paper Co. created an invitation suite in bright pink filled with whimsical floral details. Filling the table, altar space and the bride’s bouquet, gorgeous arrangements of greenery, bright pink and blush roses and dainty white blooms adorned the scene, creating a dreamy, fairytale look. Setting the table, Beautiful Event Rentals provided all of the gorgeous dinnerware from plates and chargers to the chic glassware. Aside from the dinner seating, a separate lounge area was set with a wood high back settee and coordinating wood chairs, all from Coral Lane. We can’t stop obsessing over this beautiful wedding inspo! Enjoy!

Photos // Julia Sharapova Photography

Video // Zpro Films

If you’ve started on the hunt for selecting the perfect place to say “I do,” look no further than these picturesque Walters Wedding Estates Venues in North Texas! From old Southern style mansions to gorgeous Tuscan-inspired settings, each venue has it’s own swoon-worthy look and feel to create the backdrop of dreams for you and your guests to remember forever. Scroll through and check out their expansive list here, and be sure to visit each site to learn more and book your appointment to schedule a tour of your favorites!

The Olana

If you’re looking for French-inspired romance, don’t miss The Olana! This French Baroque estate is the perfect place to host your extravagant wedding celebration. The estate features lush landscaping, a tea room modeled after New York’s Tavern on the Green, an indoor and outdoor pool, a tennis court, bowling alley, Chanel-inspired closet, and more.

Aristide | Flower Mound

A top-rated DFW area venue, Aristide | Flower Mound truly embraces all things Texas nature with ample outdoor areas to host your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception with a picture perfect backdrop. With the ability to accommodate up to 160 people, customization of the beautiful property space will allow your guests to be able to take in all areas of this gorgeous venue!

Aristide | Mansfield

Modeled after an 18th century Italian villa, classic stone architecture, grand staircases and an abundance of plant life and vegetation make Aristide | Mansfield one of our favorite area gems for an elegant, botanic setting. A beautiful, Tuscan-inspired loggia adds another area for endless creativity with floral arrangements and blooms to create the most idyllic garden setting!

Photo // Laylee Emadi Photography

Chapel at Ana Villa | La Cava & Grand Ballroom

This Spanish-style venue was designed with a beautiful staircase, gorgeous chandeliers, and wall of windows creates the perfect backdrop for your wedding. Accommodating up to 350, Chapel at Ana Villa has a unique ambience your guests will love. For your reception, this venue has two uniquely beautiful spots to choose from. The Grand Ballroom embodies drama and sophistication with a massive staircase and 21 foot ceilings. For a more intimate reception, La Cava (Spanish for wine room) is the perfect space for up to 140 guests with brick accented walls and a cozy feel.

Photo // Gray Door Photography

Hidden Pines | Highland Village

Hidden Pines | Highland Village has all the charming characteristics you’d want in a chapel venue. Open and airy, the chapel’s dramatic windows create an effect that makes you feel like you’re outside. With rustic amenities and stone and wood finishings, it’s the perfect mix of chic and Hill Country.

Photo // Liesl Claire Photography

Hidden Pines | Hurst

Accommodating up to 165 guests, Hidden Pines | Hurst’s chapel and reception hall blends rustic elegance and Hill Country style charm for a perfect wedding day. The rustic elegance of the on-site chapel carries through to the reception space, which features a stone accent wall and ample indoor and outdoor photo locales. Plus, you’ll prepare for your walk down the aisle in our well-appointed private wedding suites so that you won’t miss a moment of your special day.

The Milestone

Boasting elegance, unique architecture and ample southern charm, The Milestone’s gorgeous mansion property is an easy choice for both indoor and outdoor options. Property additions like the outdoor pond and gazebo and the sweeping, grand staircase inside the mansion make for a marvelous look and feel reminiscent of a southern storybook classic.

Photo // Allen Tsai Photography

Monroe Pearson

Designed with an industrial speakeasy in mind, Monroe Pearson has a large space with enticing photo-worthy details like exposed brick, Edison bulb chandeliers and multiple rooms to accommodate up to 350 guests. Wedding packages are customizable to suit your needs, but all include a free two-hour portrait session, string lights, tables, chairs and linens and use of on-site suites for getting ready.

Wildwoon Inn

This picturesque boutique hotel and venue brings the best of southern charm with a European twist all in one stunning property! Featuring stunning architecture and design details like cozy fireplaces, french doors and perfectly manicured gardens, Wildwood Inn is ideal for small-medium sized weddings with accommodation options for up to 120 people. With 14 luxe guest suites, this venue is ideal for hosting your wedding party for the weekend and giving your out-of-town guests a real Texas treat!

Photo // Curtis James Photo

Chapel at Palacios

Inspired by the villages of northeast Spain, Chapel at Palacios, Westlake, is an escape from the ordinary. Inspired by the quaint stone architecture of a Spanish villa, our ceremony and reception venue offers a European-style retreat just minutes from nearby Dallas and Fort Worth. The stunning chapel is tucked away with picturesque waterfront views, and with a footbridge that beckons your guests to the celebration to follow.

Photo // Ashley Fondon

Aristide | Colleyville

Aristide | Colleyville is located in a beautiful Tuscan-style village with lush ivy accents and awe-inspiring architecture. Begin your wedding day in your private wedding suite to spend time with your loved ones before you walk down the aisle in their elegant chapel with glistening wooden pews, crystal chandeliers, and vaulted ceilings. Plus, raise a toast to guests who have traveled far and wide in our Tuscan-style courtyard, which features twinkling cafe string lights, a soothing water feature, and a spiral staircase – the perfect place for your first photos as newlyweds.

Photo // Emily Chappell Productions

Chapel at Riverwalk

Designed with meticulous attention to detail, Chapel at Riverwalk by Walters Wedding Estates was crafted with storybook weddings in mind. Their timeless wedding chapel is surrounded by serene water with a bridge connecting it to the reception hall, which features an outdoor terrace with waterfall and river views. Don’t miss the contemporary yet timeless wedding chapel that features Romanesque architectural details.

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