Christine + Faisal were so much fun. They were planning a destination wedding in Austin from Chicago, and they knew they wanted to be on the lake. Need I say more? Christine and I worked together to refine the look & feel of the day (thank you, Pinterest!), and after a couple of whirlwind trips to Austin and a handful of emails and calls later, the day fell into place. What began as a standard ceremony and reception evolved into an all-day celebration that blended their cultures and families in elegant, effortless style.

The best part? We essentially got to throw two completely different events! In the morning, Christine + Faisal were married by an Imam in a traditional Muslim ceremony. Christine wore a gorgeous red sari, and Faisal complemented her in contrasting white + red. Erin from Rosehip Flora played off the colors of their clothing to build a vibrant mandap on the lawn overlooking the lake and on the tables in the adjacent pavilion. And luckily(!), Jake Holt was there to capture the whole day…