Katie + Chris were wed on March 22 at Christ Chapel on the campus of St. Michael’s Academy. Currently residing in Kansas, the couple left a great deal of the planning to the bride’s Austin-based parents. We think it’s safe to say that decision was not regretted seeing as the whole affair turned out just fabulous. Though the florals mixed a variety of hues, dark gray and navy blue were the backdrop colors of this scheme. They provided a perfect neutral canvas for the rainbow of accents.The gorgeous white cake stood out among the sea of color around it, complete with a little pop of orange to pull it all together.Snapshots of the couple were displayed throughout the reception, making the event even more personal and intimate. The pair were joined by a great deal of their family and friends who came in from Kansas just for the ocassion.

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Here at Bliss, we are firm believers that the right lighting can make or break an outdoor photo shoot. This precious engagement session from Shelley Elena Photography hits the nail on the head with some of the most gorgeously golden backdrops we’ve ever seen!

Julia + Zack happen to be former classmates of the photographer who met in middle school and started dating in high school. The couple’s engagement photos were shot at a park in their hometown of Dripping Springs, Texas, near an enormous oak tree under which the pair have shared a great deal of special moments. Most notably, it was the exact spot where Zack proposed to Julia!

Says photographer Shelley Elena, “Though the park looks completely different than when we were in high school, the old tree remains.”

Just like the magnificent old oak tree, Julia and Zack’s love has stood the test of time. We can’t help but feel like the golden sky is symbolic of the many golden years they are sure to spend together as husband and wife.

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One of the perks of covering weddings in Austin, Texas is that we get to see a lot of super-hip, unique wedding styles. Here at Bliss we are loving this Hotel St. Cecilia affair from Cory Ryan Photography.

Lane and Greg were wed June 3 of last year. Their intimate gathering of friends and family was accented by lots of pops of yellow among the already funky and picturesque landscape of the hotel.

Lane’s J. Crew gown was the perfect choice for the hot summer day. This bride clearly knows how to pull off “casual chic.”

The couple hired an accordion player as an homage to the bride’s late grandfather, who was an accordion player himself.

All of the floral arrangements were handmade by the groom’s sister and Royal Fig provided a scrumptious feast that guests quickly devoured.

As photographer Cory Ryan recalls, “the couple enjoyed a spontaneous last dance and cheering exit to punctuate the perfect ending to the night!”

Lane and Greg’s nuptials are a perfect representation of Austin’s unique coolness (even on a hot summer day)! From the outdoor elements of the ceremony to the Hotel St. Cecilia’s flashy neon signage, this event and venue bundles the essence of the city into a nice, pretty package.

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PHOTOGRAPHY // Cory Ryan Photography

VENUE // Hotel St. Cecilia

OFFICIANT //  Spike Gillespie

CATERING // Royal Fig Catering

CAKE // Wild Wood Bake House & Cafe

FLORALS // DIY by groom’s sister

COORDINATOR // Something to Celebrate

DRESS // J. Crew

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It’s no secret that the Bliss team absolutely LOVES the style of the 1920s ala The Great Gatsby. Maybe it’s this past weekend’s release of the new film version that has us reminiscing about our Spring launch party or perhaps it’s this bride’s stunning Daisy Buchanan-esque look.

Mara + Andrew were wed on Oct. 5 at Mercury Hall in Austin, Texas. Friends and loved ones surrounded the couple as they celebrated with a vintage-inspired DIY affair. The event exuded elegance with its cream, grey and light pink color palette.

The couple incorporated a lot of vintage items in their decor and clearly paid great attention to detail. Mercury Hall’s stained glass windows provided the perfect backdrop to the neutral color scheme.

These party shots sure make us wish that we had been at this wedding. Everyone seemed to have had a blast dancing the night away with Mara + Andrew!

Mara + Andrew’s wedding is a great example of a vintage wedding that doesn’t go overboard. The sweet simplicity of it all is positively swoon-worthy!

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PHOTOGRAPHY // Shauna Autry Photography

VENUE //  Mercury Hall

FLORALS //  Central Market

VIDEOGRAPHY //  Jackson Adair

DRESS // Nicole Miller

HAIR // JCO Salon

CAKE // Brides Table

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