This Couple’s Rustic French Blue Wedding Happened On The Same Day Both Their Great-Grandparents Said “I Do”

The bride and groom hold hands at their rustic French blue wedding in the countryside.
Photography: Amy Maddox Photography

In 2014, Taylor and Clayton’s love story unfolded in the unlikeliest of places ⁠— the gym. Mutual friends paved the way for conversation that sparked a connection. After an injury, Taylor stopped going to the gym, and the couple didn’t cross paths until two years later when Taylor serendipitously ran into Clayton at a local country club. With his fondness for two-stepping, Clayton invited Taylor to dance, igniting a spark that would keep them dancing together ever since. Two weeks later, Clayton mustered the courage to ask Taylor to be his girlfriend while dancing. Just two months later, while sharing another dance, Clayton revealed his feelings and told her he loved her, marking the pivotal moments in their love story.

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A Traditional Pastel Hued Wedding at Deep in the Heart Farms

Bride holds a bouquet of florals aside a groom at brenham wedding venue, Deep in the Heart Farms
Photo: Jessica Kent Photography | Venue: Deep in the Heart Farms | CVB: Visit Brenham

After three and a half years of long-distance dating, Kaleb proposed to Gilda in her very favorite place: sunny Carmel, CA. When it came time to propose, Kaleb devised a plan to surprise his college sweetheart with a beach picnic. Kaleb says, “The day of the proposal, we went on a hike at sea lion point, then came home to rest, and I was anything but restful.  Gilda had no idea about my nerves because she took a nice relaxing nap. Under false pretenses of going to take pictures and walk on the beach, we headed down and walked up on the picnic, which she was questioning if it was for us. I got down on one knee and proposed, both of us with tear-filled eyes.”

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8 Texas Wedding Venues with Country Views

Photo: Jenna Routh Photography | Venue: Deep In The Heart Farms | CVB: Visit Brenham | Featured Venues: Briscoe Manor | The Hundred Oaks Wedding & Event Center | 7F Lodge & Events | Sage Hill Inn & Spa | Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa | The Mansion at ColoVista | Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa

Towering oak trees, baby blue skies and pastures dotted with wildflowers create an unforgettable backdrop for the big day. Luckily, Houston is a short jaunt to lush green pastures and charming Texas towns.

From alfresco ceremonies underneath twinkling lights to intimate chapel weddings complete with scenic views, these countryside and barn wedding venues in Texas offer modern amenities without sacrificing the serenity of the great outdoors.

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