A Dreamy Fall “I Do” at the Grand Galvez

Bride and groom touching foreheads and smiling at each other while bride holds green adn white bouquet. — Photo: FloraFost Photography | Venue + Catering: The Grand Galvez | CVB: Visit Galveston | First Date Venue: Saint Arnold Brewing Company

Emma and Nicholas first connected on a dating app in the summer of 2019. They had both just graduated from college and had recently moved to Houston. They hit it off on their first date at Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and quickly planned a second. “We just loved how similar we are and how we share many of the same values and goals,” the bride says. On that second date, they stayed up all night talking on the top of Emma’s apartment parking garage, where they shared their first kiss.

After dating for some time, Nicholas took her to a nice dinner at one of their favorite restaurants. Later in the evening, they went for a walk in The Heights. “I would say that I didn’t see it coming, but Nick was acting a little suspicious, so I had a feeling it may happen,” the bride says. In the middle of the park, Nicholas asked Emma to marry him, and of course, she said, “Yes!” He took her back to revisit the parking garage where they had shared their first kiss to end their unforgettable night.

In the Fall of 2023, Emma and Nicholas said “I do” at the Grand Galvez in Galveston. Surrounded by lush plants and soft green and white hues, their special moment felt even more magical. Before walking down the aisle, they shared an intimate first look and vows together, “There was so much build-up all morning, and finally getting to see Emma in her dress for the first time was so worth it,” the groom says. The jewelry Emma wore was her mom’s from her parents’ wedding day. Following the ceremony, Emma slipped into a lovely rose gold and cream dress for the reception, where a 60-year-old cake topper from her grandparents’ wedding added a sentimental touch to the evening, which unfolded into a vibrant night of cocktails, fine dining, and dancing. The newlyweds wrapped up their special day with a sparkler send-off, then rode off in a classic vintage getaway car.

Keep scrolling to see more details from this dreamy fall “I do.”

Congratulations, Emma & Nicholas!

Green and white wedding invitation with navy blue envelope with the bride and grooms wedding rings on top.

Bride in wedding gown holding green and white bouquet looking out the window of the hallway in the venue.

Close up of the bride touching her neck showing her nail, ring and vintage pearl necklace.

Groom and his groomsmen at the bar with a red chandelier above them cheersing with a drink.

Green and white bouquets standing against window with a view of the ocean.

Bride and bridesmaids in the hallway of venue smiling and holding green and white bouquets.

Outside view of venue showing the white chairs for ceremony.

Far view of couple at the altar outside of the venue with an ocean view of the back.

Bride and groom at the altar with tall palm trees behind them.

Farther view behind green and white plants showing bride and groom at the altar.

Bride and groom walking down the aisle holding hands and smiling while bride holds green and white bouquet.

The couple kissing outside showing the venue behind them with tall palm trees.

Reception tables with tall green and white bouquets as the centerpieces and white tablecloths.

Black and white close up photo showing the couple cutting into a five tier white wedding cake.

Black and white photo of the groom looking at the bride and both smiling before cutting into five tier white wedding cake.

Bride and groom sharing their first dance while he spins her on the dance floor with chandeliers and guests around them.

The couple exiting the venue with guests holding sparklers around them while they smile and hold hands.

Black and white photo of the couple in the back of vintage getaway car kissing.

“A Dreamy Fall “I Do” at The Grand Galvez”- Spotlight WiH Partners- Venue + Catering: The Grand Galvez | CVB: Visit Galveston | First Date Venue: Saint Arnold Brewing Company

Contributing Vendors- Photo: FloraFost Photography / Cinematic Saviors / Piper & Muse / Dream Bouquet / Bavarian Cakery / Victor Harper / Kate Spade / Impression Bridal / J&A Entertainment / Divisi Strings / Carriage Haus Rentals / Pink Palette Artists / Love Dance HTX

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