Every wedding day is filled with so many memorable moments. From the getting ready stages and ceremony to the reception and final send-off, there’s a reason why we always enjoy writing these wedding recap blog posts. As an added bonus, we always encourage engaged couples to check out these articles since they can be excellent sources of ideas and inspiration for crafting your “Best Day Ever.” Whether that be in terms of building your vendor team, selecting decor options or even just photo opportunities, these wedding recaps can be perfect for just that! And if you’re planning on tying the knot at Madera, these can be even more beneficial.
With that all being said, we’re excited to look back on Shadlene and Matthew’s wedding today! This stunning September wedding took place a couple of years back at Madera Estates and it’s definitely been a joy to check out this awesome photo gallery once again. These two tied the knot at a local church, St. Anthony of Padua, before heading back to Madera Estates for the reception. From start to finish, it was a magical celebration and we can’t wait to share part of it with you. We would like to thank all of the talented wedding pros that helped bring this September wedding day to life! This includes the awesome Weddings Unlimited who served as the photographer, videographer and DJ for this special day. At the end of this post, you’ll find a complete vendor list.
Before we get started though, we would like to say hello to anyone stopping by for the first time. Welcome to Madera Estates! As a luxury wedding venue in Conroe, our team has had the opportunity to work with hundreds of engaged couples over the years and help them craft their “Best Day Ever!” With each and every wedding, our team loves learning what a couple has envisioned and being able to work with them to bring that vision to life. Shadlene and Matthew’s September wedding was yet another example of this. For those of you who are engaged and looking for a venue near the Houston area, you’re welcome to check out our Pricing Guide HERE to learn more about Madera Estates.
Who’s ready to see what Shadlene & Matthew’s September wedding entailed?
Getting Ready Moments
Shadlene and Matthew’s wedding ceremony took place at a nearby church in The Woodlands, St. Anthony of Padua. Prior to heading there, the couple took advantage of the getting ready suites at Madera Estates to get all glammed up.
How beautiful does the bride-to-be, Shadlene, look in her wedding gown?
Meanwhile, as Shadlene and her besties were getting all ready in the Champagne Suite, Matthew and the guys were getting spruced up in the Whiskey Lounge.
With everyone ready to go, it’s just about time to make these two Mr and Mrs!
Anyone else ready for more from this wedding day?
September Wedding Ceremony
Located close by in The Woodlands, St. Anthony of Padua would serve as the location for Shadlene and Matthew’s ceremony.
As seen by the photos, the church looked absolutely beautiful for this special occasion!
And before you know it, these two are officially husband and wife!
Congratulations to Shadlene and Matthew!
Prior to heading back to the venue, they were also able to take several photos at the church.
Kudos to Weddings Unlimited on an awesome job building out this photo album!
September Wedding Reception at Madera Estates
Once back at the venue, the newlyweds were able to capture several more photos, including those with the wedding party.
Safe to say everyone is looking forward to the quickly-approaching reception!
Shadlene and Matthew’s reception took place inside the Hacienda, which is certainly a popular spot for wedding receptions year-round at Madera.
Churrascos Catering prepared a delicious meal for everyone in-attendance and simply put, this reception included so many awesome components. From the 1-year anniversary pinata that would be filled with notes from their loved ones, to the signature drinks and decor throughout, this was definitely a memorable celebration!
The desserts didn’t disappoint either! Not to mention, how cool is this Michigan groom’s cake?
And the main wedding cake was just as spectacular! Kudos to World Catering Bakery on this marvelous creation.
Now that you’ve seen a sneak peek at a few of the reception components, let the celebrating begin! After their friends and family had made their way into the Hacienda, it was time for our newlyweds to make their grand entrance.
After that, Shadlene and Matthew enjoyed their first dance together as husband and wife.
Toasts had the room filled with laughter (and maybe a few happy tears too)!
When talking about precious moments on a wedding day, you can’t forget the cake cutting. This is always special and a perfect addition to any wedding photo album!
And then it was time to open up the dance floor! With Weddings Unlimited providing the DJ services, this dance floor was packed all evening.
Just as we routinely mention on other blog posts, one of the coolest parts of the wedding industry is the fact that there are a seemingly endless number of potential ideas. This September wedding reception had a unique component that we absolutely LOVED!
How fun is this “Paint Station” where all of their loved ones were able to add something special to this truly one-of-kind work of art?
From start-to-finish, this was a true celebration of love! As the evening drew to a close, Shadlene and Matthew’s guests lined up outside for a final send-off. Meanwhile, the newlyweds were able to take this opportunity to enjoy one final dance in the Hacienda.
This is becoming a popular trend here at Madera Estates and we certainly encourage couples to consider adding it to their wedding day timeline!
When closing out your “Best Day Ever,” you can’t go wrong with a sparkler send-off!
We would like to thank Shadlene and Matthew for allowing us to be a part of their special day! From the entire team at Madera Estates, we wish you two a lifetime filled with love and happiness.
In addition, we can’t say thank you enough to all of the talented vendors that serve an important role in each and every wedding hosted at Madera Estates. This wedding day was filled with awesome wedding pros, including Weddings Unlimited who captured all of the amazing photos seen throughout this blog post. Listed below is a complete vendor list from this September wedding day:
Venue: Madera Estates
Church: St. Anthony of Padua
Catering: Churrascos Catering
Cake: World Catering Bakery
Photo/Video/DJ: Weddings Unlimited
Hair & Makeup: BP Artistry
Host Hotel: The Westin
Host Your “Best Day Ever” at Madera Estates!
Did you enjoy following along with Shadlene and Matthew’s special day at Madera Estates? When tying the knot at our venue, we strive to provide couples with all the resources needed to ensure every element matches what they have envisioned. Whether that means holding both the ceremony and reception at the same space or having your ceremony elsewhere (such as a church) before returning to Madera for the reception, that decision is completely yours!
If you’re engaged and trying to find a wedding venue near the Houston area, we would be thrilled to show you around our space! To learn more, we encourage you to request a copy of our Pricing Guide by filling out the form HERE. Happy Wedding Planning!
About the Author
Paul Pettie is the Director of Business Development at Madera Estates, a Spanish-style wedding venue that has been recognized as one of the top venues in Conroe, TX. Over the years, hundreds of couples have selected Madera Estates to serve as the backdrop for their special day. From the Grand Fireplace and Hacienda to the getting ready suites and countless photo opportunities around the property, there truly are an endless number of possibilities when tying the knot at Madera Estates! Having been a part of so many awesome wedding days at Madera Estates, he was looking forward to reminiscing on this magical September wedding.
Utilizing his background in hospitality and a “Ducktoriate” from the Disney University, Paul is passionate about his clients’ experience when planning their special day. Working in the family business, Paul is usually one of the first faces engaged couples see when they tour the venue. When not at work, Paul loves Halloween and seeing live theatre, in addition to traveling to new and exotic destinations.
Paul is also the Co-Founder of Venue Help Desk, which strives to help wedding and event venues with a plethora of business and sales resources.