The search for the most magical venue!
Venue # 1: Hidden Pines Chapel in Highland Village
Thursday, June 7, 2018 we (Lex, mom & I) visited Hidden Pines. It is a beautiful venue with an amazing indoor chapel for the wedding ceremony and a beautiful area for the reception. We loved the look of this Wedding Venue but Lexi really wanted an outdoor ceremony. Yes... outdoor in June in Texas! ((which turned out magical)) We were also concerned that the chapel is on a major road and there was no area for outdoor photos. She decided to keep looking. It was certainly a possiblity but she really felt their perfect venue was out there somewhere!
Hidden Pines has a gorgeous brick front but it sits off a major road!
Mimi and Lexi making memories..
Lexi and Mom
Chapel.. beautiful. Lexi was set on having an outdoor wedding (even in Texas!)
Great photo wall.. Lexi's dream was lots of white interior.
Reception area.. love the floors and lighting.
Venue #2: Firefly Gardens in Midlothian
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 we (Lex and I) visited Firefly Gardens. Since I grew up in Cedar Hill and so much of our family is still in Cedar Hill, Duncanville & Midlothian.. we thought Midlothian might be perfect for her wedding day. Callaway has family in Waxahachie so it was conveneint for everyone.
We loved the reception area! The chandeliers are amazing. The walk to the ceremony location under the pavilion with an amazing chandelier was fabulous. There was even a swing a few feet away that would have been perfect for pictures. We really loved this venue but there were a few things that we really wanted to be a little more magical. The bride and grooms suites were in a seperate building, it wasn't quite as secluded as Lexi had dreamed of. We did love this venue and it would be perfect if we didn't find something that met all the points on her checklist.
Front of venue.. gorgeous
Lexi standing at the ceremony site
View of ceremony site
The gorgeous back of the venue.. what you see when walking back up to the reception after the ceremony.
Reception.. gorgeous and lots of white.
Venue #3: The Springs: Parker Manor in Weatherford
Thursday, June 21, 2018 we (Lex, mom & I) visited The Springs: Parker Manor and The Lodge. Lexi wasn't interested in the Lodge but we looked around since it's on the same property. Parker Manor was still in the construction stage.. their first wedding wasn't scheduled until July 19th.
The moment we saw the front of Parker Manor.. I truly think Lexi knew this was their Wedding Venue! We entered to see the fabulous chandeliers, an amazing staircase & bridal and grooms suite that was truly amazing and great for hair and make up.
Then we walked out to the ceremony site and it was truly magical. The setting was amazing. So calm and serene. The overlook from the alter was amazing. The lush green grass and foliage was beautiful. It was the perfect setting for Callaway and Lexi to begin their forever and always.
She said "Yes" to the Venue!
I guess because I just knew this was the one venue for Lexi when I saw her eyes light up.. I think I took the least amount of pictures! Obviously.. I knew Bridals and the actual Wedding Day would have many, many pictures of this truly amazing venue!
Parker Manor: A plantation style manor. Amazing front.
The ceremony site is absolutely gorgeous. The trees are gorgeous for the backdrop.
Mimi and Lexi looking off of the balcony.
Lexi looking out to where she can see herself marrying Callaway.
The gorgeous inside of the reception site. The amazing chandelier and staircase.
The venue wasn't finished when we toured but it was beautiul already.
So exciting that the Venue has been chosen and the planning can officially commence! What an amazing time the next 12 months will bring!
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