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Detail photography by Ashley Nicole Affair Photography by Brittany Elizabeth Studios ----------------------- Photographer: Brittyn Elizabeth Photography   @brittynelizabeth.studios Venue: The Addison Grove   @theaddisongrove Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair   @ashleynicoleaffair Florist: Fleur Affair   @fleuraffairco Videography: PhotoHouse Films   @photohousefilms Catering: Royal Fig   @royalfigcatering Hair/MUA: Bonita Brides   @bonitabrides String Quartet: Sienna Strings   @siennastringquartet Band: Moontower Entertainment    @moontowerentertainment   PDA Band   @pdaband Lighting: Brighter Side Event Lighting   @brightersideeventlighting Stationary: Addison Rosenquist   @addisonjrose

We spoke with Rhea from Adore Makeup Salon and asked her some questions about wedding day makeup and hair that we hope you find helpful! Q: Do you have any tips on how to minimize breakouts before your wedding day? A: We highly recommend finding a wonderful medical esthetician that you trust 6 months or more before your wedding day. Book a consultation to determine your skin's needs, and a skincare plan (we love hydro facials). The goal is to achieve healthy, buoyant, smooth skin before the day! We have a list of medical estheticians that we love and trust! Q: What are some skin products you love and recommend? A: Great skincare helps your makeup set flawlessly and last all day! We LOVE these at home treatments: Glo Retinol Drops Glo Hydra Bright AHA Hydrator Glo Anti-Aging Phyto-Active Face Cream Mad Hippie Microdermabrasion Before makeup applications: We LOVE the vegan line Mad Hippie. Here are our must haves: Vitamin C Serum Face Cream Eye Cream Q: What are some ways to ensure your wedding makeup stays looking fabulous all night long? A: We recommend wonderful skincare (we will apply it for you!) Then we use professional grade water based, lightweight airbrush and waterproof products. We also recommend purchasing your full lip look and have someone who is close to you and loves makeup to help you touch-up when you need. We do recommend lip stains but there is nothing like a fresh lip! You can also get a sample from of touchup powder from your makeup artist to avoid shine, especially during the Texas summer. Q: What are your tips on how to prep your hair for your wedding day? A: We recommend working with your stylist on your color/cut and have it done to highlight your bridal hairstyle. Up-dos look gorgeous with blond highlights, and certain cuts are better for down-dos. Having hair extensions fit/toned specifically for your hair is also wonderful! We have stylists at Adore that can do this for you as well. Q: What hair products do you recommend? A: We love Kevyn Murphy-Shampoo, Conditioners and Powder Puff. We also love Kenra Hairsprays and styling sprays. Holds beautifully without any crunch! Q: What are the best hairstyles so your hair looks great all night? A: Right now, the down-do, Hollywood waves or beach waves are popular. For it to last—we recommend setting up a hair plan with your bridal stylist. This may be day old hair, or a blow dry before…or even setting curls throughout the day. It really depends on your hair texture and the weather. Also, you never can go wrong with a classic up-do! An up-do that isn’t too close to the neck looks elegant and beautiful all evening and is great for all hair types! Thank you so much for Rhea for this wonderful advice! If you have more questions about hair and makeup feel free to reach out to Adore Makeup Salon directly! Photography: @caciecarrollphotography⁠ | @twopairphoto | @featherandtwine | @brittynelizabeth.studios

Getting a gorgeous wedding dress is a top priority for brides, but what about your shoes? Style and aesthetics are an important part of your wedding day, but so is your comfort! You don’t want to be in a stunning dress on the best day of your life while also wincing in pain as you walk down the aisle. Here are some things to consider when choosing your wedding day shoes. Do you wear heels on a regular basis? If not, heels on your wedding day may not be the best idea. If you are set on wearing heels, buy them EARLY, before your dress alterations. Test them out a few times around the house. If you’re uncomfortable after only 10 minutes, you’ll definitely be uncomfortable walking around in them all day at your wedding. Consider a shorter, wider heel for more comfort! Hate heels? There are so many cute and comfortable alternatives to heels. Bridal flats, cute sneakers or cowboy boots to name a few. Keep in mind that if you have a full length gown, they won’t show most of the time anyway! This can be a cool way to incorporate a little fun into your photos as well! Outdoor Wedding? Keep in mind that if you’ll be outside the majority of your wedding, skinny heels may sink in the grass and leave you with muddy shoes. If you are set on wearing heels, consider purchasing high heel protectors like these. They will help your shoes from sinking and avoid a muddy mess! Best of both worlds. Did you find the perfect pair of heels, but are worried about being uncomfortable? Go ahead and buy the heels, but buy a backup pair of flats or sneakers. Wear your cute heels for the ceremony and photos, and switch your shoes afterwards so you can dance the night away! Break them in! No matter what kind of shoes you choose for your special day, make sure you break them in. Blisters and foot pain are definitely two things you do not want to deal with on your wedding day! Just in case, pack a couple band aids or blister pads for back up. Photography: @sarahtribettphoto | @daniiiiquiroz | @featherandtwine | @moodygraphy | @theteaguesphoto | @brooketaelorphoto | @andyandcarrie

Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair⁠ Photography: @april_mae_creative⁠ Venue: @etterharbinalumnicenter⁠ Florist: @jordanflowersevent⁠ Hair/MUA: @katyreddellbeauty⁠ Catering + Bar: @rosemaryscatering⁠ Baker/Cake: @hebbakery⁠ DJ: @hillcountrydj⁠ Marquee Letters: @alphalitaustin⁠ Officiant: @shortandsweetweddings⁠

Venue/Bar/Catering/Desserts: Inn & Spa Loretto | @innandspaatloretto Full Service Planning: Ashley Nicole Affair  | @ashleynicoleaffair Florist: Fleur Affair | @fleuraffairco Cake: ABC Bake Shop  | @abccakeshop Hair/MUA: Jackie Sue MUA  | @jackiesueartistry DJ: Too Hott to Stop Photographer: Molly Morgan Photography  |  @mollymorganphotography Rentals: Colorado Party Rentals |  @copartyrentals + Beloved Rentals NM | @belovedrentalsnm

Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair⁠ Photography + Videography: @frankiegomezphotography⁠ Venue, Catering + Bar: @elmontesagrado.taos⁠ Florist: @fleuraffairco⁠ Cake: @taoscakes⁠ DJ: @dreamfactoryproductionsabq⁠

Wedding cakes are a traditional way to approach dessert at a wedding. There are so many styles & flavor options and they can do some pretty awesome things with cakes these days. However, cake is definitely not your only option. Not a cake fan? Take a look at some cake alternatives below. MINI CAKES Bundt Cakes, cupcakes, and cake pops are all other fun alternatives to traditional wedding cake. You can get them made into custom shapes and colors just like regular cake and your guests will be sure to enjoy these fun desserts! DONUTS Donuts are such a fun cake alternative. You will still be getting a delicious dessert but with a fun and casual vibe. You can order multiple flavors and styles, such as traditional donuts, cream filled, or donut holes. You can stack them, serve them on platters, or even try a unique donut display. You can’t go wrong with donuts! COOKIES A cookie bar is a super fun dessert for a wedding and there are so many options. Cookies and milk or decorate your own sugar cookies would be fun for a holiday or winter wedding. You could have a cute spread of all of your favorite cookies you enjoy at home together. You can get custom made sugar cookies or even get a little fancy with macarons, the list goes on! PIES Who doesn’t love pie?! You could have seasonal full size pies such as pumpkin, pecan, and apple pies for a fall/winter wedding. Or you could even have mini pies from a company like Tiny Pies! We have seen other unique options like pie pops and hand pies as well! CANDY Imagine different sized jars and bowls filled to the top with your favorite candies. Your guests will feel like they are kids again filling up their treat bags with sweets! OTHER FUN DESSERTS There are even more fun and delicious options to choose from! Cheesecake/cheesecake bites, a s’mores bar, crème brule, chocolate mousse, lemon bars, tiramisu and banana pudding with vanilla wafers are just a few more options, If you can think of it, most likely there is a company who does it. We have seen everything from gelato carts to custom ice cream sandwiches! Be sure to choose what YOU want, and don’t feel like you have to go with a traditional cake. Remember, you can even do a combination of a few things you love! The options are endless, so get creative and have fun with it! *Pro Tip: Be sure to provide little bags or to-go boxes so your guests can take any left overs with them at the end of the night! Photography: @mainsqueezephotography | @featherandtwine | @gloriagoodephoto | @pglphotography | @rileysheaglenn | @brooketaelorphoto | @yonashaw | @andyandcarrie

Vendor Contributions: Photographer: @matlai_photography Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair Venue: @deercreekvalleyranch Catering & Cake: @biscuitsandberries Bartenders: @peakbev DJ/Musician: @completewedo Florist: Mother-in-law of bride; Sandi Balmer Officiant: Pastor Krause Transportation: CharterUp, Lawson Limo Service

Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair⁠ Photography: @mikeloandlindsey⁠ Venue: @vintagevillas⁠ Florist: @whitesfloral⁠ Hair/MUA: @love.lipstick.andlashes⁠ Catering + Bar: @vintagevillas⁠ Baker/Cake: @cakesrocktx⁠ DJ: @thepremieraustindjs⁠ Transportation: @austincharterservices⁠

Dietary restrictions and food allergies seem to be more common these days. Keeping this in mind is a thoughtful way to show your guests you care! After all, who wants to show up to a wedding with delicious food but not be able to eat it!? Here are some simple tips to help accommodate your guest’s food needs. 1. Include a spot on your invitations where guests can write down their food allergy (allergic to shellfish, lactose intolerant) or dietary restriction (vegetarian or vegan). 2. Talk to your caterer about a special option for people with any restrictions. Often times you can come up with one dish that will accommodate most guests with a restriction or allergy. 3. If you are having a buffet, please be sure to let these guests know that you have a special meal for them. This way they won’t go through the buffet realizing they can only have carrots and green beans. If you are having a plated meal, be sure to indicate to the staff where those guests are seated. For example, you can have a special marking on their place card. 4. Don’t forget dessert! Be sure to include some kind of dessert option for them too! Most likely, you won’t have a ton of people with food allergies or restrictions, so it usually isn’t too difficult to accommodate these guests. They will be able to enjoy your amazing wedding food just like everyone else and I promise they will be extra grateful! Photography: @gloriagoodephoto | @featherandtwine | @twopairphoto

Ashley Nicole Affair is a team of Austin wedding planners that specialize in planning and floral design in Texas, New Mexico and Colorado.

Planning: @ashleynicoleaffair Photography: @moodyography Venue + Bar: @theaddisongrove Florist: @whitesfloral Catering + Cake: @royalfigcatering Hair/MUA: @adoremakeupsalon Rentals: @beelavishvintage; @nativebloomfloral Band: @thelittleweddingband Transportation: @nikkosworldwide