Allan House Reception on Style Me Pretty Texas!

Audrey and Nick held their reception at The Allan House this past June! They were married at Central Christian Church, just right across the street! This morning, their big day was featured on Style Me Pretty Texas, so be sure to check it out! I am especially fond of her one-shoulder ruffled gown, absoloutely stunning on her!

A special thanks to Carlea J Photography for capturing such a beautiful evening!
Here are a few of my favorite images from the day, but be sure to check out the entire post on Style Me Pretty Texas!

Guests danced the night away to the tunes of DJ Nathan Miller.

Being a longhorn, I'm a pretty big fan of the groom's cake by Whole Foods with the lyrics to the University of Texas school song on it.

To see some additional images from the event check out Carlea J's blog post on the event!

Thanks to everyone who took part in such a great day and congratulations to Audrey and Nick!

A Family Affair!

Earlier this month Elisabeth and Tristan shared their special day with family and friends at The Allan House, an important part of Elisabeth's family history.

Once occupied by three sisters; Lois, Bess and May, The Allan House has been home to the bride's great-great and great-grandmothers. May was Elisabeth's great-grandmother and she honored Lois and Bess by wearing their jewelry during the ceremony.

The house was full of keepsakes, including a display of old family photos and images from the house!

Thanks to Becky at Kittleman Photography for capturing the event!

LeFleur Vintage created their vibrant bouquets!

Their elegant cake was baked up by Whole Foods!

Congratulations to Elisabeth and Tristan! Thank you both for sharing not only your special day with us but also some of the Allan House's history!

Happy Wednesday!

Breanna & Robert 9.17.11 by AJH Photography

Arol of AJH Photography did an amazing job of capturing Breanna Kohl and Robert Gibson's beautiful wedding here at the Allan House in September! Every detail of their big day made it absolutely stunning.

Congratulations to Breanna and Robert and a special thank you to AJH Photography for capturing the beauty of the day!

Royal Fig Small Plates Debut by Bonnie Berry Photography

On September 7, Royal Fig Catering hosted their "Small Plates" Menu Debut Party at the Allan House! They featured a wide range of delicious items from their new menu including a seared scallop with pinenut puree, roast butternut squash with goat cheese, and oxtail pierogi with charred onion sauce. Watermelon margaritas and prickly pear lime aqua fresca were also features at this lovely event.

Royal Fig Staff preparing a delicious new "small plate"

Steamed Mussels in White Wine with Chorizo

Corn and Crab Bisque with Basil Oil

Fennel, Roast Pear and Prosciutto Salad

Prickly Pear Lime Aqua Fresca

Corona Braised Pork Cheek Quesadilla

All these "small plate" menu items and more can be found on the Royal Fig Catering website!

Thank you so much to Bonnie Berry Photography for providing us with the beautiful images from this event!

Fall Wedding Trends

We are finally getting some relief from the heat and in light of this beautiful weather here are some great options for your Fall weddings! We love oranges, deep reds, and browns for the season! There are tons of Fall favor options as well!

Some beautiful flowers for Fall months are leonidas roses, dahlias, orange marigolds, abra cadabra roses, and hocus pocus roses. We also love pumpkins and orange chinese lanterns for a different touch! Check out these bouquets and centerpieces for some inspiration!

The Leonidas roses in this bouquet perfectly capture the feeling of Fall! 

(image courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings)

Orange lanterns cascade so delicately out of this bouquet. 

(image courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings)

Check out this beautiful pumpkin centerpiece!

 (image courtesy of Wedding Bee)

Fall also allows for fun wedding favors in addition to the beautiful seasonal decor. Think delicious desserts and festive treats!

Delicious Salted Caramel Apples!

(image courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings)

These adorable little pecan pies are a tasty treat to send home with your guests!

(image courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings)

Anthropologie Bridal Collection!

I've been eyeing Anthropologie's new bridal collection all weekend, so on this Monday morning I thought I'd share some of my favorite gowns! They are all so elegant and classic, I just can't pull myself away from them!

I love the idea of having a shorter dress for the reception. Even more, I love THIS reception dress!

Check out the rest of the collection, along with the jewelry, accessories and bridesmaid dresses they have to offer!