A Colorful Summer Wedding at Four Seasons Austin

Lauren and Max celebrated their August wedding with a ceremony at Central Christian Church followed by a reception at Four Seasons Austin. Planned by Becky Brock of Brock + Co. Events, the ballroom was transformed with bright fuchsia and orange florals, metallic linens, gold lounge furniture, and a bronze-gold dance floor surrounded by a custom stage and backdrop.

Lauren wore a Carolina Herrera gown with Chantilly lace, a mikado silk skirt, and a cathedral-length veil. Max chose a custom midnight blue tuxedo with “Hook ’em Horns – 8.6.16” embroidered beneath the collar.

One of the biggest surprises of the night was hidden behind draping in the adjoining San Jacinto ballroom. The space had been transformed into a German-inspired biergarten in honor of Max’s family roots, with rich wood, greenery, string lights, a 24-foot bar, sausages, soft pretzels, candied bacon, and milkshake shooters. Guests discovered the room later in the reception, making the reveal part of the experience.

The celebration ended with another surprise. After Lauren and Max made their way through the sparkler exit, a secret fireworks show lit up the sky, coordinated by Lauren’s mother and Becky Brock.

For more Four Seasons inspiration, you can also see this pink and emerald green wedding at Four Seasons Austin and this high-energy Jewish wedding at Four Seasons Austin

 

Bride and groom hug as they have a first look at each other in the aisle of the church. A side by side photo of the details of the wedding which includes the wedding invitations and the jewelry of the bride. A photo of the wedding dress hung beautifully with the backlight of a window. A close up of a blue bow and initial sewn in the bottom of the bride's Carolina Herrera wedding dress. A side by side portrait of the bride getting her make up done and opening wedding day gifts. The mother of the bride smiles at the bride as she has her makeup done for the wedding. A detail photo of the groom's accessories including his shoes, bowtie, cumber bun, and cuff links. A black and white photo of the groom sitting as he puts his shoes on. A groomsman helps the groom with his bowtie. The groom receives a watch as a gift before the wedding. A black and white solo-shot of the groom. The groomsmen spend time together and eat with the groom before the wedding. A detail photo of the florals on the outside of the church and the elaborate doors. The bride reaches up for her dress. A bridesmaid laughed while helping the bride put her dress on. The mother of the bride and a bridesmaid gather to look at the bride in her dress. The bride looks at herself in the mirror in her dress with her mother and bridesmaid. A side by side picture of the back of the brides dress detailed with buttons and a bustle. The second photo is of her father having his first look at the bride in her wedding dress. The groom turns his back as the bride enters the church for their first look before the wedding. The groom has his first look at the bride and opens his mouth in awe of her in her wedding dress. A landscape, detail photo of Central Christian Church with ornate stain glass windows and the couple holding hands as they share a moment before the ceremony. A black and white portrait of the bride and groom looking into each other's eyes. Two portraits of the bride and groom in the church side by side holding hands and hugging before the ceremony. The bride sits as her bridesmaids assist her will placing her veil in her hair. The groom spends time and shares conversation with his groomsmen before the ceremony. A beautiful picture of the details of the alter of Central Christian Church including a wooden Cross, candles, and white flowers. There are also three violinists playing at the front of the church. A black and white birds eye view of the church as the guests stand as the bride walked down the aisle with her father. The groom and minister smile together at the alter with all the groomsmen at their side. A look of happiness and joy is on the bride's face as the walks down the aisle with her father and she meets eyes with her to-be husband. The father of the bride kisses his daughter on the cheek as they reach the front of the church. The bridesmaids and groomsmen smile at the couple as the minister begins the ceremony and the groom gives a thumbs up. A black and white picture of the groom smiling as he takes the hands of his wife to say a prayer. The rest of the guests bow their heads in prayer. The bride and groom kiss to end the ceremony. The newlyweds smile at each other at the front of the church before walking down the aisle to exit the church. A birds eye view of the guests clapping and smiling up at the couple as they begin their exit down the aisle of Central Christian Church. The bride and groom hold hands as they walk outside and the groom glances at his wedding band. The bride shows an expression of joy and shock with her friends after the wedding now that she is officially married. A picture of the whole ballroom at the Four Seasons hotel which is detailed with vibrant red roses and warm colors along the walls and tables. The golden dance floor shimmers and reflects the details of the room. A picture of the head table overflowing with red, pink, and orange roses and candles with a shimmery champagne tablecloth and gold chairs. Two pictures side by side showing the details of the table's centerpieces. Each table has a beautiful red and pink rose centerpiece with candles surrounding. A picture of the stage lined with red roses and rose petals awaiting the band for the reception. A rose gold and champagne side seating area decorated with candles and flowers awaiting the guests prior to the reception. Two photos side by side of the details of the beer and pretzel room. One picture shows a flight of beer and the other shows an up close shot of the pretzels. The pretzel wall and room awaiting the guests before the reception. The bride and groom share their first dance as newlyweds on the gold dance floor while the band plays behind them. The bride and groom share their first dance as guests watch and smile. The bride and groom having their first dance after entering the reception to meet all their guests. The father of the bride meets his daughter for the father daughter dance. The father of the bride smiles as he dances with his daughter. The father of the bride hugs and shares a moment with his daughter after their father daughter dance. The groom and his mother share their dance as the band performs in the background. The groom twirls his mother as they dance and she smiles at him. Family and friends gather to watch the groom and his mother dancing alone on the dance floor. The groom dances with the mother of the bride and the bride watches and smiles with her friends and bridesmaids. The groom smiles as he dances with the mother of the bride. The bride and groom link arms and laugh as they share a drink and watch their guests dance. The band performs on stage in sparkly gold dresses and sings to the guests. A guest kicking up his foot as he dances with friends and family. The bride and groom cut the wedding cake together which is details with pink and orange roses to match the other details of the ballroom. The groom picks up a large piece of wedding cake to feed to his bride. The bride and groom cross arms and share champagne. Two guests hold up their drinks and smile to take a selfie in front of the vibrant, red rose wall. The bride and groom join their guests on the dance floor and sing along with the band. The lead singer from the band joins the bride and dances with her as they both sing into the microphone. The groom gets on stage and sings along with the lead singer of the band while holding up his drink. The bride and groom dance and sing as their friends and family dance and watch around them. A guest dances and shows off a dance move to his friends as they watch and laugh. A bridesmaid dances and sings with other guests. The brides maids all sing and dance together on the dance floor. The bridesmaids dance around the bride and watch the other guests dancing around. The brides friends and family gather to watch and take pictures of the bride dancing with her husband. A guest throws her arms up while she dances with her friends. The bride and groom joke around and dance with their guests. A black and white photo of the bride and groom kissing as their friends and family gather to cheer and clap. The bride and groom make their exit from the reception while their guests watch and hold sparklers to congratulate them. As the bride and groom exit the reception, they are surprised with fireworks and take a moment to enjoy them together.

 

“Jenny had such a calming presence from the moment she arrived that afternoon to the moment she left late that night.”

– Lauren, Bride

 

Wedding Planner and Event Designer: Becky Brock – Brock and Co.

Ceremony Venue: Central Christian Church

Reception Venue: The Four Seasons Hotel

Florist: Westbank Flower Market

Cake: Simon Lee

Band/DJ: Big Blast & The Party Masters

Catering: Four Seasons, Meredith Hill

Hair Stylist: Corrine Kimbro

Makeup Artist: Donna Bruns

Videographer: When It Clicks

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