July 31, 2017

Summer Barn Wedding | Kati Hewitt Photography

We had so much fun working with Kati Hewitt Photography last month when she shot a wedding at the Rustic Grace Estate Chapel and Barn! She was not only the photographer for one of our June brides but a dear friend of the bride as well. We are excited to have her as one of our guest bloggers and to be able to get a glimpse into their special friendship.

You can see more of her amazing work on her Facebook page!

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Carleigh and Dreu got married at Rustic Grace Estate last weekend. My husband, Alex, and I roadtripped up to Dallas and expected a 90% chance of rain. We were armed with a few emergency umbrellas and were starting to brainstorm rainy day photo spots at the venue. I think everyone at the wedding was shocked that despite the forecast, we did not see a drop of rain! Everything about Carleigh and Dreu’s wedding day was perfect. They wanted a rustic barn wedding, and I can’t think of anything more fitting than a little white chapel, red reception barn, and tons of details filled with southern charm. (Not to mention I am in LOVE with their lavender and peach color combination!)

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Carleigh and Dreu were all smiles all day long. Carleigh has a contagious laugh, and I found myself laughing right along side her throughout the day! After a beautiful ceremony and fun bridal party photos, the sun started to set and the venue was lit by twinkling lights. During Carleigh and Dreu’s first dance, a side of the barn was opened up to reveal a gorgeous sunset. I was completely surprised! The rest of the evening was filled with country music, sweet wedding toasts, and a bubble exit!

Fun fact: Carleigh and I went to college together and were even lab partners in oceanography! (But honestly, I’m pretty sure Carleigh did most of the work because I was convinced that I hated all types of science!) It’s so much fun getting to watch college friends find the love of their lives and start their futures together. Needless to say, I loved being a part of Carleigh and Dreu’s wedding day! Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Bynum!!

 

 

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Obsessed with Carleigh’s gorgeous ring!

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Carleigh, you are gorgeous!!

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How perfect is this wedding cake!?

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A sweet moment together before the ceremony

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Love Alex’s perspective here!

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They’re married!!

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LOVE this sweet bridal party!

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Look how happy they are together- swoon!!

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I love sneaking away to get venue shots right after sunset!

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One of my absolute favorites!

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Thanks to our awesome vendor team who made Carleigh and Dreu wedding a success!

 

 

Rustic Grace Estate | DFW Wedding Venue
13299 FM 121 | Van Alstyne, TX 75495
972-737-3259 | info@rusticgraceestate.com