Elegant Ballroom Wedding Captured By Nate Messarra Photography

For a fun, fresh take on all things traditional, we can’t keep our eyes off of Lauren and Benjamin’s elegant ballroom wedding captured by Nate Messarra Photography! Between the ceremony at All Saints Church and reception at The Houstonian, the couple and their team of vendors perfectly captured the beauty of time-honored wedding traditions while still infusing fun elements of modern detail to make their special day unique to their taste and personalities. Keeping the decor from Avalon Event Rentals simple, the couple brought the focus attention to the true purpose of the celebration: delighting in their love and sharing it with their closest friends and family members! Table settings were kept simple and sweet but featured a handful of glittering gold linens to add a bit of extra pizzazz to the setting. The bride and groom danced the night away to music from LG Events and Entertainment and enjoyed a delicious four-tier cake from Susie’s Cakes and Confections. Such a delightful evening full of joy and traditional elegance! Enjoy!

Photos // Nate Messarra Photography

Bride in ballgown and groom in tuxedo walking hand in hand before ivy-covered wall
White peep-toe bridal heels with bow detail on wooden windowsill in natural light
Classic A-line wedding gown with train displayed on stone wall beneath elegant sconce lighting
Peach and white floral centerpieces in rustic wooden boxes for elegant ballroom reception
Rose gold engagement ring and wedding bands with diamonds displayed on wooden surface
Elegant invitation suite with gold calligraphy and monogram surrounded by eucalyptus leaves
Smiling bride in fitted white gown being helped into dress by bridesmaid near bright window
First look moment as bride in ballgown approaches groom in tuxedo on wooded brick pathway
Bride and groom holding hands during first look on tree-lined garden path
Bride in classic ballgown with beaded belt and groom in black tuxedo pose outdoors in garden courtyard
Bridesmaids in navy gowns hold bouquets of white hydrangeas and blush blooms at elegant ballroom wedding
Bride in white gown with bridesmaids in long gray dresses holding white bouquets before gazebo
Groom and groomsmen in black tuxedos with bow ties pose outdoors beneath tree canopy
Newlyweds kiss outside The Houstonian Hotel in formal wedding attire
Catholic wedding ceremony with bride, groom, and wedding party at altar beneath colorful iconography and religious artwork
Four-tier white wedding cake with textured piping, gold monogram, and blush blooms on ornate gold stand
Elegant ballroom reception with gold chiavari chairs, white linens, and low floral centerpieces
Wedding party in gray bridesmaid dresses and black tuxedos posed outdoors with historic gazebo
Escort card table display with gold lanterns, candles, and peach floral arrangements
Bride and wedding party toast with champagne aboard a vintage wooden trolley
Elegant ballroom reception with gold chiavari chairs, white linens, and tall floral centerpieces
Tall glass vase centerpiece with blush and white blooms, eucalyptus, on table with gold chargers and candles
Elegant ballroom place setting featuring gold charger, menu card, and wedding favor with gray ribbon bow
Elegant ballroom reception with tall white floral centerpieces, gold chargers, and ambient lighting
Bride and groom pose beneath dramatically illuminated tree canopy at night

From the bride: “When people ask if they can ‘help’ ­ let them! Everyone wants to be included in your big day, and the tiniest of chore they perform can make a difference. And don’t sweat the small stuff – ­ just make sure someone else will! Early planning and ‘delegating’ with love paid off. Just keep smiling and loving one another that whole day. ­ You never get it back.

Our wedding day was perfect. I will laugh, cry, smile when I reminisce rest of my life over this day. There was absolutely not one bit of negative drama. Our basic timeline I had imagined was executed perfectly, even the fabulous fall weather. The weather, wedding party, guests, food, vendors, and especially our families, were perfect in every way. We had a fun, playful day full of laughter and meaningful memories that we hope to tell our children about ­someday!”

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Aztec Events And Tents, LG Event Entertainment & Production, The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa, Brennan's, Venturas Bridal Fashions, Susies Cakes And Confections, Avalon Event Rentals, Nate Messarra Photography, Ace Limo And Charter Bus, Fleur De Vie