This Classic Bride Wore A Pronovias Gown For Her Historic Ballroom Wedding in Downtown Houston

A bride and groom holding hands and the groom holding a bouquet in his other hand, standing on the terrace of the historic Crystal Ballroom at the Rice.
Photo: Amy Maddox Photography | Venue: Crystal Ballroom at the Rice | Bridal Gown: Belle Ame Bridal | Cake: Cakes by Gina

Sebastian and Christa had only been dating for a month before Hurricane Harvey struck Houston in 2017. After deciding to ride out the storm together, they realized they had something truly special.

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A Sophisticated Affair at the Petroleum Club of Houston

A blonde bride in a wedding dress smiles at a groom in a black tuxedo at hotel venue, C. Baldwin Hotel in Houston.
Photography: Joseph West Photography | Venue: Petroleum Club of Houston | Guest Lodging: C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton

Cady and Cade met as classmates in high school. “He cheated off of me during a quiz (unknown to me, but not unknown to our teacher), and we’ve been together ever since,” the bride says.

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A Whimsical Literary-Inspired Wedding at Julia Ideson Library

Photo: Amy Maddox Photography | Venue: Julia Ideson Library | Wedding Gown: Parvani Vida Bridal and Formal | Wedding Entertainment: Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band | Guest Lodging: Hotel Icon

After meeting online, Valerie and Vincent went on a spontaneous date to grab burgers, but it was off to a rocky start for Valerie. “I walked about half a mile in the Texas heat during the summer to meet up with Vincent and arrived at the restaurant super disheveled! Of course, I was sweating and completely out of breath! Vincent wasn’t discouraged, though, and we were basically inseparable thereafter,” the bride says.

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Modern Minimalist Wedding Editorial at C. Baldwin Hotel

The couple posing in front of the ceremony setup, with the bow on the back of the brides modern gown showing.
Photo: Painted Peacock Photography | Venue: C. Baldwin Hotel, Curio Collection | Planning + Design: Hopeful Events and Design | Floral Design: Pompom Florists | Tablescape Rentals: Decor by Dulce | Embroidered Hangers: Heirlum Hangers | MUAH: Athena’s Brides | Gowns: Belle Ame Bridal | Jewelry: Privosa Fine Jewelry | Videography: Cinematic Saviors | Cake: Common Bond Bistro and Bakery

With the C. Baldwin Hotel as the setting, this modern minimalist wedding editorial by Painted Peacock Photography finds magic in the simple things.

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