Bella Bride: Jessica & Phillip

As seen in the Fall 2009 issue of D Weddings, this bride & groom share this personal touch that made their special day all the more unique.

“My husband is the youth pastor at Highland Park United Methodist Church and knows a painter named Josh Widener who did some paintings for the youth department. We decided we wanted to use him in the wedding but weren’t exactly sure how. He ended up painting two 6-foot canvases during the ceremony in just 20 minutes. The paintings are of two hands put together, which signifies two families becoming one.”



A winter wedding just days before Christmas, the color theme was perfectly coordinated with the season: ivory & black with accents of crimson cranberry!







The ceremony took place at Perkins Chapel – one of the most sought-after ceremony sites in Dallas.



At the entrance into the aisle were two large arrangements of rich red tone floral – connected by willow branches to look like an arch…


Football on a wedding day? Of course.

Beautiful detail shots:





The bride changed out of her gown as the music started going at the reception, which was at The Starlight Room in Dallas' historic West End.





Each table had these ilex berries, inspired by the season!
...even on the groom's cake - yum!



The cake was adorned with crystals lining the base of each tier, which also had the French fleur-de-lis symbol. A garland of deep red flora also embedded the base to create a deep contrast against the white cake.

Credits:
Photography: Gary Donihoo/F8 Studio | Cake: The Cake Guys | Wedding Planner: April Ragsdale | Floral: Bella Flora of Dallas

Bella Bride: Kerrie & Cory

A simple, elegant wedding at the Belo Mansion & Pavilion …



The classy wedding party! They chose white to be the predominant color – but we love the bridesmaids’ LBDs, paired with white Dutch hydrangeas!


Waiting anxiously...


She carried a stunning bouquet created solely from white phaleonopsis orchids.



Down the aisle...


A romantic, elegant setting for the ceremony under a magnificent chuppah, composed of all lush white hydrangeas creating the wreath overhead. Strings of white orchids were suspended to look as if they were floating in the air!


After the ceremony, the cake was placed underneath the chuppah.



The reception was decorated with crisp whites for a clean and elegant yet modern feel. Dinner tables were adorned with a tall glass vessel filled with white phaleonopsis orchids flowing out of the case. Candlelight completed the look of a warm glow throughout the room.

Detail Shots:






A Jewish wedding isn’t complete without the traditional Hora Dance!


Congratulations to Kerrie & Cory!

Credits:

Photography: KJ Images | Linens: BBJ Linen | Catering: Culinaire | Lighting: Absolute Entertainment | Floral & Design: Bella Flora of Dallas

Bella Bride: Whitney & Carlos

Have you picked up the latest issue of D Weddings yet? If you have, you’ll notice Whitney & Carlos on the first two pages of the Real Weddings section! But if you haven’t, or if you want to see more pictures from their big day, we hope you enjoy our feature on this Bella Bride!

This wedding was held at the bride’s parents’ Burleson ranch back in November of 2008. It was full of lavish shades of raspberries, plums, lavenders, and orchids combined with a touch of chartreuse, ivory, and even metallic. A stylish mix!




White flora and accents of soft pink composed the beautiful bouquet for a fresh look to accompany her Elizabeth Fillmore gown – which had gardenia accents along the bodice!


From the home’s main gate entry to the tent where the reception was held, there was not one scenery or landscape without some sort of floral or decor!


Guests were welcomed at the entry gates with circular discs completely embedded with chunky mosses and a monogram made of orchid blossoms.



Ivory luminaries lighted the path to the bridge… where pretty floral arrangements were elevated atop iron markers planted in the ground… and then more luminaries led the guests into the ceremony area.


The trees were also adorned with suspended displays of candlelight and mini chandeliers of varying types and sizes. Eventually, guests were led to two tall towering trees near the home’s front door for the ceremony.



The boys & girls...


Mr. & Mrs. Lopez!

The reception followed in a tent, designed towards a fashionable and chic look with low lying centerpieces and ornate crystal chandeliers.




The cake was placed on a simple Lucite table, so not to take away from the exquisite details...


…and the groom’s cake coordinated beautifully atop the custom smoky mirrored table.


Lounging outside the tent...



...fully equipped with a candy bar!


Squeezing in a few last detail shots!




Credits:

Photography: Thisbe Grace | Lighting: Lite Dallas | Gown Retailer: Warron Barron | Cake: Fancy Cakes by Lauren | Wedding Planner: Diamond Affairs | Rentals: Ducky-Bob’s | Floral, Lounge Furniture & Decor: Bella Flora of Dallas

Lights On!

When designing a wedding, you typically think about colors, flowers, theme, lounge furniture, etc. Lighting is most often overlooked. But actually, lighting is one of the key components of a wedding or any event. It can really transform the look of your venue. Check out these pictures of the Garden Room at the Rosewood Crescent Hotel in Downtown Dallas:




Lighting: Lite Dallas. Photography: Don Mamone. Rental: Ducky-Bob's Events Specialist. Floral, Lounge, & Design: Bella Flora of Dallas.

Don't they look like two completely different events?

It's actually the same event, same decorations, same floral, same everything - except the lights! The gold tones on the first picture create a very elegant, luxurious atmosphere. And notice how they complement the yellow floral and brown vases, chairs, and table by staying close on the color wheel. In the second pic, the fuchsia lighting takes a more daring approach. It's definitely trendier and a la mode.

Here’s what the room looks like without the lighting effect. This was set up for a traditional ceremony with white and blush pink hues. Sweet and ultra feminine, the couple took advantage of the white-gray walls and European style ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and the natural light that shone through the glass wall. All together, it created an airy, princess-like atmosphere.

Photography: Vanessa Gavalya. Floral & Design: Bella Flora of Dallas.

It was a simply beautiful wedding – but as you can see, lighting can really affect the ambiance to fit your vision of your dream day!

Team Bella