High School Sweethearts Wed in an Emerald Green Wedding

The bride and groom stand on the dance floor at their emerald green wedding at The Astorian. — Photo: Angela Lauren Co. | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Brenner’s on the Bayou | Venue: The Astorian | Cake: Cakes by Gina

Some love stories start with a single message. For Whitney and Troy, it was a Facebook message in high school that led to their first meeting at an orientation dance, and honestly, that was all it took. From that night forward, they were each other’s person, cheering each other on at football games, dance competitions, prom, and every milestone that followed.

The couple’s love for travel brought them to the Italian Dolomites in January 2025 for a ski trip, and one evening over a romantic wine tasting, Troy popped the question and asked Whitney to be his forever. The boutique hotel where they were staying made the moment even more special, surprising the newly engaged couple with a Champagne toast and an Italian dessert to celebrate.

Whitney and Troy kicked off their wedding weekend with a rehearsal dinner surrounded by family and friends at Brenner’s on the Bayou. On their wedding day, The Astorian served as the backdrop for their ceremony, adorned in white blooms and verdant greenery. After being announced as newlyweds, the couple slipped away for a private cocktail hour, just the two of them. Whitney says, “This was the ‘we did it’ moment we got to share.”

The emerald green wedding reception that followed set the tone beautifully, with floral linens, softly glowing lamps and a saxophonist filling the room with jazzy tunes. Cakes by Gina put the finishing touch on the evening with a decadent five-tier cake that was as stunning as it was delicious.

Keep scrolling to see more details from this emerald green wedding at The Astorian!

Green wedding stationery and invitations are placed next to the brides shoes and accessories.

The mother of the bride helps her daughter into her wedding dress.

The bride stands with her bridesmaids in Houston.

The groom stands next to the window wearing his wedding tuxedo.

The groom and his groomsmen stand in the atrium of The Astorian.

A violinist plays at the emerald green wedding ceremony at The Astorian.

White blooms and greenery detail the wedding ceremony at The Astorian.

The couple hold hands as they walk down the aisle after their ceremony.

The bride and groom share a kiss as their wedding party cheers around them.

White flowers, greenery and lamps decorate the reception tables at their emerald green wedding.

A saxophonist plays at the emerald green wedding reception.

A five-tier wedding cake is the focal point of the wedding reception.

White flowers and greenery decorate the reception table.

The bride and groom stand in front of the window at The Astorian that overlooks downtown Houston.

“High School Sweethearts Wed in an Emerald Green Wedding” Spotlight WiH Partners- Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Brenner’s on the Bayou | Venue: The Astorian | Cake: Cakes by Gina

Contributing Vendors- Photo: Angela Lauren Co. / The Wedding Planning RN / Bergner & Johnson Design / Johanna Terry Events / Jackson and Company Catering / Whittington Bridal / Caleb Nimmons Studio / Lula Kate / DJ Malike / Cold Soda Band / MESH by Alex / Misty Rockwell Artistry / Sam Styles / Vogue Vignette / Mirmir Photo / Memorial Tailors

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