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Your wedding day is one of the best days of your life! It is a celebration of love, commitment, and the journey you're about to embark on together with your best friend. On the day of your wedding, it is normal to have some nerves, or your day might feel a little chaotic with the hustle and bustle of getting ready before you meet your fiancé at the altar. Giving your partner a gift before you say, “I do,” is a way of saying you are there for one another, despite possibly not seeing each other until the ceremony. Sharing your love through meaningful gifts can also add an extra layer of emotion to this special occasion. Here are some heartfelt ideas to consider for surprising your fiancé on your wedding day - Love Letters: Start the day by exchanging handwritten love letters. Pour your heart onto paper, expressing your excitement, gratitude, and the reasons you can't wait to spend the rest of your life with them. Customized Jewelry: Consider gifting your fiancé a piece of personalized jewelry, such as a bracelet, necklace, or watch engraved with coordinates of a significant place in your relationship or a special message that holds sentimental value. Photo Frame or Scrapbook: Compile a collection of your favorite pictures together! You could choose photos that document the journey from your first date to the proposal. It's a nostalgic and loving gift that allows the both of you to reminisce about all of the beautiful moments you've shared with each other. You could gift picture frames to display in your home or even create a scrapbook filled with special memories. Boudoir Photo Session: Surprise your partner with a tasteful boudoir photo session. This intimate and personal gift captures your beauty and confidence, creating a timeless treasure that your fiancé will cherish. There are many photographers that are amazing at what they do and will make you feel empowered throughout your photoshoot! You could even take the photographs and display them in a photo album for your partner to treasure for a lifetime. A Gift of Future Adventures: Gift an item that symbolizes your future adventures together, like matching passports for your honeymoon destination or a scratch off map where you can reveal all of the places you go together throughout your marriage. A Surprise Message Video: Record a heartfelt video message expressing your love and excitement for the future. Play it for your fiancé on the morning of your wedding day as a surprise. This not only can help ease any nerves your partner may have, but it is also a great way of reminding one another how thankful you are to embark on a new chapter together. Exchanging gifts typically happens before the ceremony, and you can even have a photographer or videographer capture the special moment of you opening gifts together or separately depending on what you and your partner choose. Giving a gift to your fiance is always optional, but it is a great way to take a moment and focus on the importance of the day which is committing to one another. Remember, the most meaningful gifts come from the heart. So whether it is a timeless and priceless gift like a heartfelt written letter, a practical gift like a passport cover for the honeymoon trip, or something engraved your future spouse can treasure for the years to come; any gift from the heart will make your lifelong partner sure to feel loved and supported on their big day. Photography: Cloud Craft Studios | Madi Wagner Photography | Sarah Tribett | Tay Danay | Monica Danielle Photography | Camera Shi

Prepare to be blown away with the wedding of Bailey + Isaac at Memory Lane Ranch & Lodge in Dripping Springs featuring Austin wedding planni

Full Service Planning + Photo Booth: @ashleynicoleaffair⁠ Venue: @villa_antonia⁠ Photography: @caitlinrosephoto⁠ Florist: @wildbunchesfloral⁠ Hair/MUA: @katyreddellbeauty⁠ Catering/Bar: @rosemaryscatering⁠ Baker/Cake: @sweettreetsbakery⁠ DJ: @thepremieraustindjs⁠ Rentals: @illusionsrentals⁠ Musicians: @terravistastrings⁠ Videography: @photohousefilms⁠ Officiant: @theknottyer⁠ Getaway Car: @lux.limo.atx⁠

Photography: Cory Ryan Photography Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue + Florist: Rancho Mirando Hair/MUA: Adore Makeup Salon Catering: Sterling Events Austin Cake: Cakes Rock!!! DJ: Premier Austin DJs Officiant: Texas Wedding Ministers

Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair⁠ Photography: @mollymorganphotography Venue/Alcohol/Bar/Catering: @fssantafe (Rancho Encantado) Cake: @cakefetishabq Dessert: @kakawa_chocolatehouse Florist: @twobaroquegirlsfloral Hair/MUA: @a.salonsantafe Officiant: @amorceremonies DJ/Musician: @xiabeats + @cutmastermusic + Sky Red Hawk - Native American Flute Player Videography: @jarandcrysfilms Rentals: @copartyrentals

From proposing on one knee to having “something borrowed, something blue,” many traditions stem from ancient history. Although nothing is wrong with continuing these traditions, many couples are opting out of certain customs that don’t work for them, and choosing more modern ideas that do. One thing we hear often is that people wish they knew they didn’t have to incorporate all traditions on their wedding day. We have compiled a list of ways you can include more modern ideas in your dream wedding. Let’s get into them! First Look One popular tradition is to not see your bride or groom until you’re walking down the aisle. Many couples opt for a first look, where they see their fiancé before the ceremony. This not only takes off the pressure of hiding all day but also allows your photographer to capture moments before guests arrive. Couples often wish they had more time for pictures after the ceremony and before the reception, and this is one way to ensure you capture more memories! Walking Down the Aisle Walking down the aisle to your future spouse should be a moment you forever treasure. But let’s be real, not everyone wants to walk down the aisle with their dad. Your wedding day should be about YOU, and you have the freedom to choose whoever you want to walk you down the aisle. This could be another family member, a close friend, yourself, or whoever you want to give that honor to! Seating for Ceremony What side should family and guests sit on? Ultimately, the answer should be whatever the couple has decided! Remember, this is your wedding, and you can decide what works best for you and your partner. One popular idea is to reserve the first few rows for family, with your family sitting opposite to where you are standing. For example, if the bride chooses the right side, her family would sit on the left. This way, your family gets a direct view of you during the ceremony. Then, you can choose for other guests to either sit anywhere they like or on a specific side. Bouquet and Garter Toss This is a tradition your parents might say is a must! However, more couples are choosing one or the other or none at all. Many prefer spending time talking and dancing with guests during the reception rather than doing a garter and/or bouquet toss. If that resonates with you, know you have many options to bring your dream wedding to life! Having a traditional wedding may be what you want and desire, but some may want to do things differently. For those looking for a more modern wedding, you have endless options to curate your special day. Photography: Sarah Tribett | Caitlin Rose Photo | Emily Boone | Jessie Schultz

Before couples get married, many people choose to have a bachelor or bachelorette party. This gives the bride and groom an opportunity to bring their closest friends and family together to celebrate the next chapter in their life as a husband or wife. More recently, combining bachelor and bachelorette parties into one big celebration has gained more popularity for several reasons. Here’s why having a combined party could be an incredible option for you! Celebrate With All of Your Favorite People You and your significant other may have a shared group of friends that you both enjoy hanging out with. What better way to celebrate the bride and groom than inviting everyone to join and celebrate you both together? One of the primary reasons you may want to have a joint celebration is so that you can include all of your friends regardless of their gender. Range of Activities Having a combined bachelor/bachelorette party, also called a Jack and Jill party, means having a range of different interests and activities you can participate in. Whether it’s a sports event, a spa day, or a night out on the town; you have many options to pick and choose from! Depending on what you and your significant other enjoy, it is a great way to incorporate multiple adventures and outings, creating a fun-filled experience for everyone! Cost Effective Having a combined party could help with the overall cost for everyone. Instead of having two separate parties with its own individual costs, you can lower the expenses by having one big event. This will ensure your guests have more shared resources to split costs. Creates Stronger Bonds Having a Jack and Jill party is a great way to introduce friends that may not already know each other. On the day of the wedding, many of your closest friends might be meeting each other for the first time. A combined event would allow your closest friends and family to relax, have some fun, and get to know everyone before the big day. Once the wedding day finally arrives, it will be fun for so many people to see other familiar faces that they might not have known otherwise. Creativity & Personalization There is no right or wrong way to have a bachelor/bachelorette party. You can create and personalize an event that highlights both of your unique interests that you will forever cherish. You could even plan a weekend celebration where some events are separate for the bride and groom and some are all together depending on what activities you each want to be a part of! Ultimately, a shared party symbolizes the unity that you are about to embark upon. It’s a representation of coming together as one, celebrating not only your individual journeys but also your future as a married couple. Photography: Cam Storie Photography | Brandi Allyse

Vendor Contributions - Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue: Villa Antonia Photography: Anna Hall Photo Videography: That's Amore Films Florist: Zuzu's Petals DJ: Hype Rhythym Ceremony Musicians: Terra VIsta Strings Catering/Bar: Sterling Events Cake: Michelle's Patisserie Hair/MUA: LoLa Beauty Rentals: Premiere Events Signage: Design to Flourish Glam Booth: Ashley Nicole Affair Transportation: Fly-Rides; 4 Leaf Limo

Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue/Catering: Vintage Villas Photography: April Mae Creative Videography: Photo House Films Florist: Bouquets of Austin DJ/Band: Premier Entertainment Group Musician: Terra Vista Strings Cake: Classy Cakes by Lori Hair/MUA: Lux Beauty and Bridal Transportation: Limos of Austin

Elite Planning/Design: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue: Villa Antonia Photography: Anastasia Strate Photography Videography: New Beginnings Films Florist: Stems DJ/Band: Exodus Sound Co. Catering/Bar: Royal Fig Catering Cake: Michelle's Patisserie Hair/MUA: Adore Makeup Salon Rentals: Premiere Events Lounge Rentals: Bee Lavish Vintage Glam Booth: Ashley Nicole Affair Transportation: Fly-Rides ; 4 Leaf Limo

Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue: Stonehouse Villa Photography: Michael Schaffer Photo Florist: Stems of ATX DJ/Band: Premier Entertainment Group Catering/Cake: Royal Fig Catering Hair/MUA: Lux Beauty and Bridal Rentals: Premiere Events Stationery: Green Girl Design Co. Transportation: Fly-Rides

Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair Venue: Mae's Ridge Photography: Ashley Medrano Photography Videography: Emilee Guidorzi Florist: Fleur Affair DJ/Band: Premier Entertainment Group Catering/Desserts: Royal Fig Hair/MUA: Think Brink Beauty Rentals: Premiere Events Bartending: Peak Beverage Photo Booth: Toast Entertainment Guest Book: After the Tone Transportation: Around Austin