Ellie and Kyle spent eleven years together before getting engaged. After meeting as high school sweethearts, they navigated a long-distance relationship as Kyle played hockey and attended the University of Arkansas while Ellie studied at the University of Texas at Austin. After college, Kyle moved back to Dallas – just as Ellie relocated to Arkansas for work, completely swapping places and once again facing the challenges of long-distance dating! One afternoon, Ellie met Kyle for what she believed was just a routine client lunch. “Little did I know,” she recalls, “he was proposing, and then had a surprise trip to Aspen planned, with my bags already packed!” Luminous elegance defined Ellie and Kyle’s wedding, set against the backdrop of the upscale Beaux-Arts-style Adolphus Hotel. Photographed by Tracy Autem Photography and planned with the help of A Stylish Soiree, fabulously fashionable wedding featured one of our favorite wedding accessories: the bridal cape!
A heartfelt morning-of surprise
On the morning of the wedding, Ellie awoke to a coffee and a heartfelt note left outside her door by Kyle – an instant source of comfort as the day’s preparations began.
Anne Barge & a bridal cape
Ellie wore a classic silk gown by Anne Barge, complemented by a showstopping custom Gemy Maalouf cape embroidered with delicate florals.
Bridesmaid style: pink & white
Her bridesmaids wore strapless pink silk floor-length dresses from Bella Bridesmaids and carried matching white rose bouquets.
Floating candles & handwritten vows
The ceremony was a vision of sophistication, with floating candles lining the aisle and a striking altar featuring white pillars with arrangements organized by floral type thanks to florist Branching Out. One of the couple’s most cherished moments was exchanging handwritten vows – an idea Ellie had initially hesitated about but later described as one of the most meaningful parts of the day.
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Simply elegant welcome sign
Guests were welcomed to the reception with an elegantly simple sign featuring the couple’s initials and wedding date, framed in gold.
Vintage elegance & soft ivory details
Amidst soft candlelight and ivory decor, the evening unfolded with an air of romance. Vintage and historic elements filled their photo reel as the couple stole private moments throughout the hotel, even pausing for a drink at its swanky bar.
Deeply personal favors: handwritten letters
As a deeply personal touch, the couple wrote individualized letters to each guest, placed inside envelopes, and nestled in a bed of flowers. “Each note was unique,” Ellie shared, “recalling a special memory, funny story, or heartfelt message. So many guests couldn’t stop raving about them and thought it was such a thoughtful detail!”
Wedding cake detail: antique roses
The bride and groom cut into a four tier all-white wedding cake from Fancy Cakes by Lauren Kitchens with antique white roses as accents.
Exit idea: a streamer sendoff!
The couple ended the night with a ribbon streamer send-off before heading to their afterparty.
