Are you ready to take another inside look of a recent wedding held at Madera Estates? From the ceremony inside the Hacienda and the outdoor reception that followed to the closing sparkler send-off and all of the amazing photos in-between, we think you’re going to absolutely love Emily and Nick’s big day! These two were so great to work with and we can’t thank them enough for allowing us to be a part of this memorable event. In addition, special thanks to the talented team at Mustard Seed Photography for capturing every moment of the day so flawlessly. Such a beautiful wedding album!
Before we get started on this wedding day though, we would like to give a warm welcome to any new visitors to our blog. Located just north of Houston and The Woodlands, Madera Estates is a luxury event space that specializes in hosting weddings. With a Spanish and European-inspired theme, we take pride in crafting every single detail of our client’s dream wedding days. If you’re engaged and currently touring venues nearby Houston, don’t hesitate to click the link HERE to check out our booking calendar.
With that all being said, let’s now take a look back on this fun-filled Fall wedding!
Inside the Bridal Suite
As is the case with many of our “Real Wedding” blogs, we’ll get the day started inside the Bridal Suite where Emily and her besties are busy getting all glammed up.
As you’ll notice throughout this blog post, we’ll also make sure to highlight many of the talented local wedding vendors that truly helped make this amazing day come to life! Kudos to Etoilly Artistry for a wonderful job on the hair and makeup!
When it comes to wedding days, there are a number of different “First Looks” you can incorporate into the schedule, including one with your bridesmaids! How adorable is this moment between our bride-to-be and her BFF’s?
On to the Groom’s Suite
While Emily and the gals were getting ready for the big day, let’s stop by the groom’s suite (also known as the Whiskey Lounge) to see how the guys are doing!
After getting all spruced up, Nick and his groomsmen were able to snap some photos both in the Whiskey Lounge and elsewhere on the property. For those of you who are new to Madera, the groom’s suite can really be thought of as the perfect hangout spot. With a big screen TV, Xbox, foosball table and more, what else could you want?
First Look Between Bride and Groom
It’s safe to say that “First Looks” have continued to become more and more popular over the years!
Utilizing the Grand Fireplace as the backdrop for their first look, how precious are these photos? Definitely a moment they’ll always remember!
Formal Wedding Photos
Another advantage of having a First Look is the ability to capture some formal portrait photos before the ceremony gets underway!
Emily and Nick did just that, and were able to snap a few beautiful shots in front of the Grand Fireplace! And before we head inside for the ceremony, can we show some love to College Park Flowers for the stunning floral arrangements?! There definitely will be more to come!
Time for the Ceremony!
With all of the pre-wedding festivities complete, it’s time to make these two husband and wife! The soon-to-be newlyweds opted to have their ceremony held inside the ballroom, before heading outside for the reception.
From the candle-lit lanterns to the wonderful music from Divisi Strings, the stage was set for this wedding ceremony!
And before you know it, the vows have been shared and these two are officially Mr and Mrs! Congratulations Emily and Nick!
Let’s Get This Party Started!
While their guests enjoyed a post-ceremony cocktail hour, Emily and Nick were able to sneak away to snap a few more photos, as well as pop a bottle of champagne! How fun!
All the details! As we head back to the Grand Fireplace, there’s no denying that everything was set up just right. From the gorgeous floral arrangements (again, kudos College Park Flowers!) to the beautiful wedding cake, it all looked like something straight out of a movie!
After their guests were seated and the wedding party had made their way in, it was now time for the newlyweds to make their grand entrance and enjoy a first dance as husband and wife.
Wedding Cake Cutting at Madera Estates!
Nothing beats a wedding cake that looks great and tastes great, right? Safe to say this one was a hit!
Not to mention, is there anything better than outdoor twilight photos from a wedding? Don’t worry, there’s plenty more to come from Emily and Nick’s special day!
Father-Daughter and Mother-Son Dances
Going right along with the theme of popular wedding traditions, you can’t forget about the father-daughter and mother-son dances!
And just like we mentioned with the cake cutting, when you add in the night-time element, it makes for the most amazing photo opportunities! Simply put, WOW!
Time to Hit the Dance Floor!
Can you guess what’s up next on this wedding agenda? It’s now time to celebrate these newlyweds and dance the night away. Shout-out to D & Co Entertainment and DJ Philly for providing the music for this fun reception!
Without a doubt, Mustard Seed Photography did an amazing job at capturing so many moments of this fun celebration!
Oh and did we mention that they also had some “Late Night Bites” for their guests to enjoy as well? Such a fun and unique thing to consider when planning your own big day!
As this magical day neared the end, Emily and Nick enjoyed one more dance inside the ballroom where they said their “I Do’s” just a few short hours prior.
Sparkler Send-Off in Conroe, TX
What’s one of our favorite ways to cap off the “Best Day Ever?” With a sparkler send-off, of course!
Cheers to a lifetime of love and happiness, Emily and Nick!
We would like to give another huge thank you to Emily and Nick for allowing us to help make their dream wedding a reality! From start to finish, this really was such a fun celebration of love. The adorable first look, twilight dances and sparkler send-off all made this wedding one that everyone will remember!
Additionally, we couldn’t have done it without all of the talented wedding vendors. We’ve mentioned many of them throughout this blog, but just in case you want a complete list, we’ve linked them all down below:
Venue: Madera Estates
Photo: Mustard Seed Photography
Video: Reverent Wedding Films
Floral Design: College Park Flowers
Glam: Etoilly Artistry
Catering: Churrascos Woodlands
Paper Goods: Magnolia Boone Paperie
Ceremony Music: Divisi Strings, LLC
Reception Music: D&Co Entertainment DJ Philly
Cigar Station: Lucho
Coordinator: MaryGrace Montagna
Ready to Tour Madera Estates?
After seeing Emily and Nick’s magical wedding celebration at Madera Estates, do you want to have your own wedding held there? If so, we would love to show you around the venue and invite you out to take your own personal tour of the property! At Madera Estates, we’re all about not only making dream weddings come to life, but also helping to keep the entire planning process as stress-free as possible. After all, the last thing you want when creating your very own “Best Day Ever” is to be overwhelmed by stress.
To learn more about our processes and meet with a member of our team, feel free to check out our online booking calendar HERE. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you nothing but the best in your own wedding planning!