“True love stories never have endings.” – Richard Bach. It’s safe to say that witnessing couples say “I Do” is something that never gets old! This week on the blog, we’ll be highlighting another magical wedding that we were pleased to host here at Madera Estates. From the picture-perfect outdoor ceremony to the candlelit indoor reception that included an awesome crawfish boil-themed cake, we think you’re going to absolutely love every single moment of this wedding day.
Before we get into this fun-filled wedding though, I would like to welcome any new visitors to our blog. As a luxury event space based out of Conroe, TX, we’ve been honored to have had the opportunity to help hundreds of couples tie the knot on their wedding day. From our Grand Fireplace and Hacienda to the Champagne Suite and more, we truly do take pride in helping transform dream weddings into a reality. If you recently were engaged and are looking for venues to tour, we would be delighted to show you around Madera. To view our booking calendar and select a time that works best for you, click HERE.
Having said all of that, it’s now time to take an inside look at Catherine and Paten’s big day. Special thanks to Ama by Aisha for capturing every single moment of this special day so flawlessly! From start to finish, it truly is a marvelous photo album!
Take a Peek Inside the Champagne Suite!
One thing that many of our couples love about Madera is the two available suites on-site to get ready for the day ahead. Pictured here is Catherine and her favorite gals getting glammed up in the Champagne Suite. If you’ve never been inside our bridal suite before, it includes a little bit of everything for the bride-to-be and her bridesmaids. A dressing room, hair and makeup room, dining room, restrooms, mimosa bar, you name it!
Before we head over and check on the guys getting ready, shout-out to the talented team at Kiss and Makeup Houston for doing a terrific job getting the girls all ready to go!
Inside the Whiskey Lounge!
Meanwhile, as we head over to see how the guys are doing, Paten and his best pals are getting spruced up in the Whiskey Lounge, which serves as the groom’s suite at Madera. To sum it up, this area is not only a great hangout space where the men can relax, it also serves as the perfect spot for photo ops! Ama by Aisha had no problem snapping a few great ones of the fellas!
That Special “First Look!”
Thoughts on having a “First Look” at your wedding? While some couples prefer to take the traditional approach of first seeing their spouse-to-be on the walk down the aisle, it’s tough to argue against how special the first look can be! In fact, it’s becoming more and more popular amongst our couples. The day will certainly get busy once the ceremony is underway, so this is a great way to have an intimate moment with your future spouse!
Time for the “I Do’s”
With all of the pre-wedding activities complete, it’s officially time for the ceremony to commence. When combined with perfect weather, the Grand Fireplace will always serve as an awesome backdrop for the ceremony ahead!
As Catherine made her way down the aisle, would you look at the smile on Paten’s face? Safe to say he was thrilled to see his soon-to-be wife!
Catherine and Paten exchanged their vows and just like that, the pair is officially Mr and Mrs! You may kiss the bride!
Whether it be for an outdoor ceremony, garden reception or even a dance under the stars, the Grand Fireplace serves as the signature backdrop on plenty of our wedding celebrations. With the sun shining through, we LOVE how these photos turned out!
Portraits in Front of the Fireplace!
Before we head into the Hacienda for the reception, the newlyweds were able to snap a few portraits in front of the Grand Fireplace.
Inside the Ballroom!
At Madera, we refer to the ballroom area as the Hacienda. From the candle-lit lanterns on the tables to the beautiful floral arrangements and crystal chandeliers, it truly did resemble something straight out of a movie on this day!
Kudos to College Park Flowers on another excellent job with the floral design!
Before all of the guests made their way into the Hacienda, the newlyweds were able to take a few minutes to themselves in the empty ballroom. Another terrific addition to this stunning wedding album!
Wedding Reception in Conroe, TX!
And now it’s time for the party to get started! The wedding party made their way into the ballroom, as well as the new Mr and Mrs, who were able to enjoy a first dance in front of their guests.
Wedding Cake Cutting!
Round of applause to Sweets to Dream On for creating this amazing cake! And, of course, it’s impossible to ignore the unique crawfish boil-inspired cake that was surely the talk of the party.
Have you ever witnessed any unique cake ideas at a wedding before? Having hosted hundreds of weddings here in Conroe, this crawfish boil cake is definitely towards the top of our list of favorites!
Time to Hit the Dance Floor!
After the toasts were completed, it was now time to hit the dance floor! There’s no doubt about it that this was such a fun celebration of love all night long. Before moving on, you can’t forget the bouquet toss, which is an important component of all wedding celebrations!
There were so many awesome photos from the reception that it really was hard to narrow it down to just a few! What a fun night!
Sparkler Send-Off at Madera!
When it comes to capping off the “Best Day Ever,” it’s tough to beat a sparkler send-off in front of the Grand Fireplace! Right underneath the stars with all of your friends and family cheering you on, this really was the perfect finale for this special day!
Happily Ever After!
Happily Ever After! Before we call it a night though, we couldn’t help but post some of these precious photos in front of this vintage car. When we say this wedding had a little bit of everything, we mean it!
Shout-out to the team at Jordan Limousines Vintage Cars & Trolleys for bringing the vintage car and the trolley! Truly a perfect closing touch to this special day!
Thank you so much to Catherine and Paten for allowing us to be a part of your big day! We enjoyed every single moment of it. Cheers to a lifetime of love and happiness!
In addition, we would also like to thank all of the talented vendors that helped make this fun-filled day possible. We’ve provided links below in case you’re interested in booking one of them for your wedding day!
Photographer: Ama by Aisha
Coordinator: MaryGrace Montagna
Cake: Sweets to Dream On
Glam: Kiss and Makeup Houston
Catering: Cafe Natalie Catering
Late Night Bites: Whataburger
Flowers: College Park Flowers
Transportation: Jordan Limousines Vintage Cars & Trolleys
Still Looking for Your Dream Wedding Venue?
Recently engaged and searching for your dream wedding venue near the Houston area? Madera Estates is a luxury European and Spanish-inspired wedding venue located in Conroe, just north of Houston and The Woodlands. No matter if you’re on the hunt for an all-inclusive venue or simply a venue-rental, we would be honored to have the opportunity to help bring your dream wedding day to life!
As we tell most couples that are in the early stages of wedding planning, a great way to get started is by touring wedding venues. You’ll be able to see the various spaces that make up a particular venue, as well as discuss pricing and availability. To schedule a private tour and see Madera in-person, feel free to check out our online booking calendar and select a time that works best for you! Additionally, if you have any questions, you’re more than welcome to give us a call at (936) 441-9337.