Nautical anything pretty much rocks my socks off, but when it’s a nautical engagement session or wedding?  That’s amazing and then some.  Take for example this pretty little Seabrook shoot from the always divine Mustard Seed Photography which is ranking high atop my list of favorites with a beyond adorable duo and some serious seafaring fun.  I’m talking champagne, cupcakes and sweet navy blue hues, all set against those sunny, open skies Texas is known for.  Stare at these images all day long?  Yes, yes, I could.  Join me in the gallery for more.

 

From the Bride… John’s love of sailing and the location of the proposal were the inspiration for our nautical themed wedding. John had proposed to me during a walk on the docks after dinner at local restaurant overlooking the water. To tie in with the theme of our wedding, we chose to shoot the engagement photos on a sailboat. A dear friend put us in touch with Sail Ventures, who set us up with an absolutely gorgeous sailboat for us to use for the shoot. The feeling of the session was all built around the fresh, preppy, romantic vibe we feel when we’re on the water sailing.

The previous Valentine’s Day, John had planned a romantic day sail for us, including my two favorite things, champagne and cupcakes. I absolutely had to incorporate those two things into the shoot, so we picked up some cupcakes from our favorite local bakery, Rise. The champagne was an engagement gift from a colleague, and the bottle happened to be the most perfect shade of navy blue to compliment the color pallet of the day. I looked at our engagement shoot as a romantic date that John was taking me on (with a couple of photographers there snapping pics). I really wanted the photos to tell the story of John taking me out for an afternoon sail.

Mustard Seed Photography made us feel like supermodels as they snapped their shots, and they were so easy to work with. We literally enjoyed every minute of the session. John and I had the best time during our engagement shoot, and it was the perfect special event to kick off this unique season of our lives as we plan for our wedding day and the rest of our lives together as a couple.

Photography: Mustard Seed Photography | Champagne: Mumm Napa | Cupcakes: Rise Cupcakes | Hair: Chanda at Colorlocks (832-414-1881) | Sailboat Rental: Sail Ventures | Location: Seabrook, TX | Bride’s First Look: Duo (Dress) + ALDO (Shoes) + Banana Republic (Accessories) | Bride’s Second Look: Tommy Hilfiger (Dress) + Wanted (Shoes) + Banana Republic (Belt) + Betsy Johnson (Necklace) | Groom’s First Look: Banana Republic (Pants + Shirt) + Tommy Hilfiger (Tie) + Urban Outfitters (Socks) + Sperry (Shoes) | Groom’s Second Look: 7ForAllMankind (Jeans) + Banana Republic (T-Shirt) + Sperry (Shoes) + J.Crew (Belt)

Style literally drips from every gorgeous image captured by Archetype Studio Inc. of this New Year’s Eve wedding at the 1940 Air Terminal Museum. It’s true. Every detail crafted and curated by Romp Events is pin-worthy to say the very least, giving us a gallery filled to the brim with details worth tucking away for next year’s New Year’s soiree. See every stylish detail right here.

 

From the Bride… Greg and I first met on New Year’s Eve 2007 and were engaged on New Year’s Eve 2011.  It is our favorite day of the year and was an easy decision to ring in this New Year with a wedding.  Working with our coordinator, Shy Masters, of Romp! Event Architects, we decided to create a very glamorous affair with black, white, and gold accents and the perfect amount of sparkle.  She took my love for all things glam and Hollywood Regency décor and incorporated it into every last detail including center pieces of ginger jars, gold pheasants, and tall lamps.  We also used vintage inspired gold alarm clocks on each table to still tie in the New Years Eve vibe.   After considering a number of different venues, we chose the historic 1940 Air Terminal Museum as the location for both our ceremony and reception.  The modern and art deco venue helped to tie in the glamorous ambiance of the evening.  Our photographers, Terilyn and Koby Brown, were absolutely fantastic to work with and did an amazing job of capturing every last detail of our special day, including our midnight kiss.  We couldn’t think of a more perfect way to end a beautiful year with our closest family and friends while celebrating our love.

Wedding Photography: Koby & Terilyn Brown from Archetype Studio Inc. | Wedding Venue: 1940 Air Terminal Museum in Houston, Texas | Event Planning, Floral + Event Design: Shy Masters from Romp Events | Wedding Cake: Satin Slices | Wedding Dress: Stephen Yearick | Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Bridesmaids’ Attire: Bagley Mischka via Rent The Runway | Veil: Lisa Tice of Lisa’s Mini Mad Hattery

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Infusing rustic, natural details into a modern meets glamorous affair can prove difficult for some, but not for these two lovelies.  Nope, with the help of Monarch Planning and Weddings in Bloom, they turned The Grove Houston into a succulent-filled glam fest, complete with pink and gray accents, contemporary (DIY) stylings and some VERY yummy looking cakes from Dessert Gallery.  Basically, it’s like the prettiest thing you’ve ever seen.  Don’t miss a moment captured by Mustard Seed Photography in the full gallery.

 

From the Bride… We met at a party in college when we both attended Tulane. New Orleans, a city that we both adore, provided an amazing backdrop for falling in love. One rainy February morning, Cat called me to come outside, alleging that he had hurt his knee. True to form, I said “I don’t think I’ll be able to pick you up… should I call someone else?” Once he finally convinced me to make the long journey downstairs, our dog (Steve) came running up to me and led me around the corner, where Cat was waiting, ring in hand.

Our advice would be to let your personal preferences guide you, rather than what you see on blogs. Don’t lose sight of what the day is really about – celebrating your commitment to each other!

Wedding Photography: Mustard Seed Photography | Ceremony  Venue: St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas | Reception Venue: The Grove Houston in Houston, Texas | Wedding Coordinator: Sally Monsivaiz from Monarch Planning | Floral Design: Weddings in Bloom | Wedding Cakes: Dessert Gallery | Linen: Swift & Co | Decor: Bride’s Mother + Friends | DJ: Look No Further Entertainment | Jazz Band: Luxury Trio | Wedding Invitations: Bridget Williams from BDUB NY | Wedding Dress: Catherine Deane | Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Groom’s Attire: Zenga | Hair + Makeup: The Upper Hand