The Allan House http://allanhouse.com Romantic Wedding Venue | Downtown Austin, Texas | Unique Outdoor EVent Venues | Receptions & Ceremonies | Garden Ceremonies | Bridal Portraits | Special EVents Tue, 15 May 2012 21:08:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3 Even on a Rainy Day, The Bride will Always Shine http://allanhouse.com/2012/04/25/even-on-a-rainy-day-the-bride-will-always-shine/ http://allanhouse.com/2012/04/25/even-on-a-rainy-day-the-bride-will-always-shine/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:12:41 +0000 AllanHouseAdmin http://allanhouse.com/?p=588 Oh spring, wedding season in all its galore! But oh, the March & April showers that bring May flowers are almost unbearable for a bride. Even with all the luck rain on your wedding day is supposed to bring, it’s something every bride fears. Especially for the brides who chose an outdoor venue. The romantic view of towering oak trees and beautiful flowers replaced by the white walls of a tent.

 

But is this a fear brides have to be haunted by? The Allan House doesn’t think so. Even if bad weather comes on your special day, the Allan House has the same romantic ambience. Even a tent cannot keep out the courtyard’s beautiful gardens and oak.

 

 

At Edna and Justin’s wedding, the couple took over the courtyard’s dance floor with as much intensity as a storm took over the night sky. Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Photography.

 

 

The band was in full swing! Even thunder couldn’t compete with this rhythm and energy. Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Photography.

 

 

Rain or shine, the Allan House will always look classic and elegant. A reason why the house has stood as a last vestige of times past for over one hundred years. Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Photography.

 

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A very popular spring inspired bouquet is one with a mixture of both traditional white and colorful flowers! This is the perfect option for the bride wanting to try out the new trend without going overboard. A modern twist to an elegant classic, just like the bride herself. Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

 

 

A pale pink floral arrangement accented with oranges and yellows creates an ideal bouquet for the spring season! The color pink represents unconditional love, understanding and hope. This is the perfect option for the bride whose optimism encourages her carefree spirit without any reservations! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 


 

One of the most exotic spring inspired bouquets, the vivid color alone is mesmerizing! This is the ideal option for the trendsetting bride. One whose vivacious  personality is matched by the vibrant flowers! Photo courtesy of Katherine O’ Brien Photography.

 

 

The all-white wedding bouquet is always a timeless option for any season! White daisies, a very popular spring flower, are being seen in more and more wedding bouquets this season. For the classic chic bride whose dream wedding has stayed true and traditional from day one, this option is for you. Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

 



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Photo courtesy of Anthology Photography!

Spring is here and the vintage and lace theme is popular this season, so don’t miss the opportunity to meet with some of Austin’s most elite vendors to see what they have to offer!

The party will begin at 5:30 p.m., last until 7:30 p.m. and word on the street is that the signature cocktail, served up by DNA Events, is something frozen and sweet that you won’t want to miss!

Everyone is invited and admission is complimentary, so RSVP today to intern@allanhouse.com, and we will see you soon!

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The chic styles for each member of the wedding party, from brides to bridesmaids, grooms to groomsmen, are absolutely fabulous! For the bride, TOMS has a variety of elegantly comfortable styles. At Natalie and Drew’s wedding earlier this month, Natalie and her bridesmaids donned the silver and gold TOMS from the wedding collection! The shoes added a youthful playfulness to the young couple’s special day! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

 

TOMS also are a great shoe for younger people in the wedding, like the flower girl and ring bearer! At Natalie and Drew’s wedding, the flower girl wore a gold pair of TOMS and looked absolutely precious! The shoes are so comfortable, even a girl her age kept them on all night! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

 

TOMS make your special day even more special by helping others in the process. Each pair worn in your wedding symbolizes a promise to help those in need. “Change a life with your next big step,” – TOMS. Photo courtesy of TOMS.

 

 

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Posey Floral could not have done a more spectacular job putting together beautiful spring inspired centerpieces! Some of the most popular spring centerpiece trends include flowers such as jasmine, sweet pea, peonies and hydrangeas. Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

 

In the Spring, the Allan House’s gardens vibrantly come to life and create a romantic ambience in the courtyard! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

 

It’s newlyweds as in love as Natalie and Drew that create ideal moments like these. The Allan House’s beautiful landscape and outdoor lighting create the idyllic setting for moments like these! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

A trendy send-off with ribbons is a great way to end the night! Ribbons are a fun way to incorporate bright colors into any wedding! Photo courtesy of Haydon Photography.

 

Thank you Natalie and Drew for letting the Allan House be a part of your beautiful wedding!

 

 

 

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With Spring just around the corner, The Allan House is taking down our winter tent and putting up our spring lanterns! Take a look at some of our favorite pictures from past spring weddings!

 

Photo courtesy of Brian Fitzsimmons Photography

 

 

Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Photography

 

 

Photo courtesy of Irfan Ahson Photography

 

 

Photo courtesy of Hyde Park Photography

 

 

Photo courtesy of Jake Holt Photography

 

Spring is the season for new beginnings and The Allan House is the perfect venue to start your new beginning!

 

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The Allan House creates the perfect backdrop for romantic photos like these!

 

 

Simon Lee Bakery decorated a beautiful triple tiered wedding cake that was even more delicious than it looks!

 

 

 

The Allan House would love to be there for your special day to remember too! We want to thank The Mill Photography again for sharing these wonderful images with us!

 

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For Loran and Mike’s wedding, Loran chose to accent her luscious locks with a beautiful, white flower. Flowers are a great trend for spring and summer weddings! Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

 

For Cortnee and Ricky’s wedding, Cortnee swept her hair into a chic side ponytail. Dressing up a ponytail with loose curls is a perfect look for your special day! Photo courtesy of Austin Imagery Photography.

 

 

For Katrina and Chris’ wedding, Katrina spiced up the flower trend with a divine addition of feathers and a subtle, yellow ribbon! Photo courtesy of Anthology Photography.

 

 

For Emily and Ryan’s wedding, Emily’s beautiful, messy updo exquisitely complemented the back detailing on her wedding dress. Messy updos are a hot trend taking over the wedding scene and are perfect for the upcoming spring season! Photo courtesy of Ben Godkin Photography.

 

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The cupcake trend is taking over the wedding scene! Thanks to Sugar Mama’s Bakeshop, Loran and Mike Shanahan’s wedding cupcakes were a delectable addition to the perfect day! Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio

 

All eyes were on Loran in a beautiful strapless dress with lace detailing, but her bridesmaids’ vibrant purple dresses didn’t go unnoticed. As mentioned in our last blog, mixing a bright color in with the traditional is a hot new trend! Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

Our romantic courtyard is transformed into the perfect dance floor for not only partygoers but the bride and groom as well! Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

That special moment captured forever on film. The Allan House gives you an ideal setting for moments such as this. Photo courtesy of The Mill Photography Studio.

 


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At Trice and Bret’s wedding, they mixed in lime green in a fun, new way! The little umbrellas were the perfect addition, especially when it came to the bride and groom photos!
Photo courtesy of Lisa Woods Photography

 

 

At Alexia and Jeffrey’s wedding, the couple brightened the room with a chic tangerine and grey mix! The bright orange bridesmaids’ dresses accented Alexia’s beautiful gown, really allowing her to shine on her special day! Photo courtesy of Jessica Monnich Photography

 

 

At Jenny and Ross’ wedding, Jenny chose a vibrant indigo for her bridesmaids’ dresses accented with a bright purple and green bouquet! The color combination was as hot as the July summer heat! Photo courtesy of Jessica Monnich Photography

 

 

At Ashley and Marlin’s wedding, the couple didn’t hesitate to show their passion for the Texas Longhorns! The groom was all smiles in his Longhorn inspired tuxedo with his beautiful bride! And yes, even the groom’s cake was an incredible replica of the Texas football stadium. Hook ‘Em!
Photo courtesy of Whitney Lee Photography

 

Whatever you end up choosing, whether it be the classic traditional or the modern chic, the Allan House would love to help make your day the wedding of your dreams!

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