A Romantic Garden Wedding at Hotel Vin in Springtime

By Kevin Harson23 December 2025

The wedding colors- blush, moss green, and cream- created a romantic atmosphere, and the way they were tied into existing features of Hotel Vin made the reception feel as if it had always been meant for the space. Pulling inspiration from its architectural details, color undertones, and natural light, we built a palette that felt intentional and welcoming. As a result, the reception didn’t just fit the space- it belonged there.

The couple wanted the wedding ceremony to be full of tradition and meaning, with the intimacy of the church making it seem deeply personal. Following the ceremony, they envisioned a French garden cocktail hour that flowed seamlessly into a romantic chateau reception. It exuded elegance, warmth, and was truly a reception out of a timeless love story.

Joe disguised the proposal as a gala that they had been invited to with his family. He even planted stories to make sure Lauren would suspect nothing of the proposal, which included looping his beloved family dog into the plot. When the day came, Joe picked Lauren up for the “gala”, but stopped at a trail close to his house, just the two of them, encapsulated with greenery. He got on one knee and popped the question, and the night was spent celebrating at an engagement party with their closest friends and family.

Lauren chose a lace-covered, timeless Pronovias wedding gown, paired with her mother’s diamond earrings. She wanted to feel not just beautiful, but authentic. Her vision was rooted in elegance that transcends trends: soft, refined, and quietly powerful. She wanted to look back on her wedding photos years down the line and still feel like herself. For the ceremony, she added a tulle overlay and cathedral veil to create a sense of separation between the ceremony and reception styles.

The bridesmaids wore silk, moss green dresses, a perfect complement to the wedding’s overall aesthetic. Each bridesmaid chose her own style, adding a sense of individuality and ease to the day.

Joe wore a custom-designed tuxedo by Tom James, the inside of his tux jacket lined with rose-printed fabric, an ode to Lauren’s middle name, “Rose”.

The wedding menu was curated to reflect both comfort and elegance to create a dining experience that was both elevated and inviting. In true Texas fashion, guests were served a slow-braised short rib and chicken over an assortment of risotto and seasonal vegetables, an homage to a true “hometown” wedding weekend.

Stepping into a dream, where the lush beauty of a French garden merged with the elegance of a romantic dinner party, the florals and decor created a breathtaking canopy. From the organic arch over the ballroom entrance to the life-size trees around the reception space, it felt as if the flowers had simply grown into place. The tables themselves were a visual feast, draped in chinoiserie tablecloths and scattered with brass birds, butterflies, and dragonflies placed to add a whimsical touch.

The wedding cake was three tiers of classic elegance, adorned with delicate piping that echoed the romantic details of the rest of the day. In contrast, the groom’s cake was a nod to heritage and flavor: a classic Italian millefoglie cake, covered in colorful berries and powdered sugar.

As Lauren made her way down the aisle of her childhood church with her father, the organist played Trumpet Voluntary, a piece that carries a sense of timeless grandeur and elegance. During cocktail hour, a string quartet set the tone for what was to come. The night continued as the DJ kept everyone dancing late into the night, continuing on to a rooftop after-party.

As an architect, the groom’s father created a deep sense of meaning and intentionality by designing and building multiple pieces for the wedding. The escort board, wallpapered panels, and pedestals were all hand-made and custom-fit to the space, a true labor of love.

The tablecloths, pillows, and all the guests’ napkins were custom-made to match the wallpaper that inspired the design of the reception. Each color in the fabric and wallpaper was matched to complement the ballroom and create an atmosphere of warmth and fullness.