Elegant Dinner in the Garden at Commodore Perry

February 12, 2021
Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
Bar Cart and mounted Zebra head in the Commodore Perry Mansion Living room
mansion living room in the Commodore Perry hotel
Lace wedding dress and black, white and silver bridal booties
bride and bridesmaids laughing and getting ready
mother of the groom and bridesmaids getting hair done
bride getting her makeup done
bride hugging her bridesmaids
bridesmaids and bride in cute matching pajama sets
groom fixing his bow tie and laughing while drinking topo chico
groom and groomsmen raising their top chico bottles to toast
groomsmen toasting their drinks
bride putting on her shoes and groom smiling
bridesmaids gasping as they see the bride in her dress for the first time
bridesmaids reactions to seeing the bride in her dress
photos of relatives attached to the bridal bouquet
father of the bride seeing his daughter in her wedding dress for the first time
bride giving her father a handkerchief with a personalized note
father of the groom crying while reading a note from his daughter
bride walking down the staircase in the commodore perry hotel
bride holding her white floral bouquet and bride walking out to see her groom for the first time
bride and groom embracing as they see each other for the first time on their wedding day
bride and groom holding hands
bride and groom holding hands and laughing during the first look
bride and groom embracing and laughing during the first look
bride holding her lace wedding dress train as she walks with her groom
bride and groom posing in the mansion library and groom kissing the brides temple at the bar in commodore perry
groom kissing his smiling bride on the temple
bridesmaids walking with the bride and hold the train of her dress
black and white rattan chairs and the ceremony venue at the commodore perry hotel
father of the bride walking his daughter into her wedding ceremony as her veil flows behind her
groom tearing up as he sees his bride walking down the aisle
father of the bride walking his daughter down the aisle as her lace veil flows behind her
father of the bride smiling as he walks his smiling daughter down the aisle
wedding ceremony at the commodore perry hotel in Austin, Texas
bride reading her vows to her groom
bride and groom exchanging rings
bride and groom kissing as the wedding party cheers
bride and groom walking down the aisle smiling
wedding reception in the sunken gardens at the commodore perry hotel in Austin, Texas
white floral table centerpieces and elegant table settings
elegant dinner set up in the sunken garden at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
White florals mixed with greenery to create the table centerpiece
reception dinner in the sunken gardens at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
reception dinner in the sunken gardens at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
white floral table centerpieces and elegant silver table settings
groom kissing bride on the cheek as they walk around the estate at Commodore Perry
Bride and groom looking at each other longingly as they walk around the estate at Commodore Perry
groom looking athis bride as they walkup the steps to the estate at Commodore Perry
elegant dinner set up in the sunken garden at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
Wedding reception menu and elegant dinner set up in the sunken garden at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
wedding guests enjoying the sunken garden at the Commodore Perry Hotel in Austin, Texas
bride and groom walking up to their reception dinner
Groom kissing brides hand as the father of the bride gives a toast to the  couple
bride and groom laughing and kissing at their wedding reception dinner
bride and groom drinking champagne and toasting
bride and groom laughing as giant sparklers go off around them
bride and groom looking at each other as giant sparklers go off around them
bride and groom's first dance together
bride and groom laughing during their first dance together
groom twirling his bride during their first dance
bride and groom laughing during their first dance together
father daughter dance at the wedding
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration
grandparents twirling and dancing at the wedding celebration
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration with foam party hats on
bride and her father dancing with foam party hats on head and drinks in hand
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration with foam party hats on
bride and groom laughing with their foam party hats on
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration with foam party hats on
mother of the bride and all of her girlfriends posing with their foam party hats on
bride and groom feeding each other cake
bride getting ready to throw her bouquet
bride throwing her bouquet and all of the ladies eagerly jumping to catch it
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration with foam party hats on
guests dancing and enjoying the wedding celebration with foam party hats on
bride dancing and enjoying the wedding after party
bride dancing with one of her bridesmaids enjoying the after party
groom dipping his bride and kissing her on the cheek
groom hugging his bride from behind while they both are laughing
groom dipping his bride as she throw her hands up in celebration
bride and groom exiting as guests throw flower petals on them

Jordan and Sam chose to get married at the newly opened Commodore Perry Estate, an upscale boutique hotel in Austin, Texas. The estate was originally built as a country home for “Commodore” Edgar Perry and his wife. It has since been reimagined as a luxurious place to stay.

The property is complete with great dining, the historic mansion, a three-story inn, and a dreamy landscape, making it the perfect spot for a wedding. Jordan and Sam took full advantage of the sunken gardens, having dinner under the night sky. As one of the first weddings at the estate this season, their wedding was a special night for everyone involved.

After having to postpone their spring wedding, the couple was eager to finally celebrate in the perfect Texas fall weather. The pair planned an elegant black-tie soiree for their guests to enjoy with their own fun and relaxed touches throughout the day. Jordan wore these chick, slightly edgy silver booties with a black stripe down the back.

A favorite moment was after the couple got up after dinner to welcome all of their guests and invite them inside for music and dancing, they were surprised by ground sparklers going off around them. I really believe planning small little “surprise and delights” moments, in any event, make for a memorable evening that guests talk about when it’s all over!

Q. How did you choose your venue?

We toured a wide variety of venues around Austin and fell in love with Commedore Perry! Even with the site under construction while wearing hard hats, we knew it was the perfect venue! 

Q. Describe your decor and how you chose it?

We wanted something timeless. We met with vendors, who were so patient with us, and trusted their expertise throughout the entire process.

Q. Tell me about your attire – who designed your dress and where did you buy it?

I wore a Haley Paige dress I was lucky to find at Stardust Celebrations.

Q. What shoes did you choose and what jewelry did you wear?

I wanted shoes with a comfortable heel, but that would also be totally unique. Even though they were barely seen, finding shoes I really loved gave me an extra confidence boost throughout the day! The jewelry store where we bought our rings was kind enough to allow me to wear jewelry on loan.  

Q. Who designed the bridesmaid’s dresses?

Bridesmaids chose from a variety of black dresses. I wanted each of my friends to feel comfortable and beautiful. 

Q. And your groom – tell me about his look – who was his suit designer? Any other significant accessories?

Sam wanted a classic and classy look that would suit not only the occasion but also the venue. He was always set on himself and his groomsman wearing tuxes and was very happy with how it turned out.

Q. Why did you choose me, Jenny, to be your wedding photographer?

We knew very early on that we wanted Jenny to be our wedding photographer. Her gallery of previous work was stunning and left us with no doubt that we would be able to look back after our wedding and have incredible memories through pictures. We saw the depth and breadth of her photography that surpassed all other Austin-based photographers. We are still so happy with our decision to choose Jenny to be part of our special day! 

Q. What was one of your favorite moments from your wedding day?

Our favorite memory is our last dance. After all the excitement of the ceremony and reception, we finally had a few minutes to be alone together and soak in the most incredible hours that had flown by faster than we could’ve ever imagined. We highly suggest something like this to other couples planning a wedding.

Q. What was your favorite image from your wedding day?

Too many to count! One that is particularly special for both of us is an image of Sam holding me and giving me a sweet kiss in the middle of the incredible fireworks going off around us. We both remember the moment clearly and it looks like something out of a movie.

Q. Did any of your other vendors go above and beyond for you?

If we were to plan a wedding all over again, I can honestly say we would choose the exact same vendors! All of them went above and beyond. The venue was even more beautiful than we could have imagined and the food was incredible. They treated us so well and it remains the most special day we could ever dream of.

Q. Do you have any tips to share with other couples?

Definitely soak in as much as you can and don’t be afraid to incorporate things that are special/unique to you. Everyone always says it goes by quickly, but it went by even faster than we were warned. Set aside time, even if it’s just a few minutes, that will allow you to truly appreciate the celebration that brought all of your favorite people together. We wish we could do it all over again!

A special thanks to the vendor team:

Venue and Catering: Commodore Perry Estate

Planner: Pearl Events

Caterer: Commodore Perry Estate

Florist: Bouquets of Austin

Music: Night Owls

Hair and Makeup: Adore

Lighting: Ilios

Transportation: 4 Leaf Limo