Colorful South Asian - Austin Wedding at Shiraz Garden

Reena and Kal, we're one of our most genuine and fun couples to date! Their wedding was planned in only three months AND came together so beautifully is was a prominent-featured wedding in Brides of Austin’s Fall 2023 Wedding Magazine.

This couple chose colors, traditions, new fusion ideas, fantastic designs, and to highlight their personalities throughout their entire wedding, and it was stunning. The pink and blue pops of color mixed with the beautiful May spring-time glow of Shiraz Garden perfectly as a dreamy garden-themed wedding of their dreams! This South Asian day of delight was one our hearts and eyes will never tire of revising over and over for colorful-wedding inspiration!

PRAISE FOR MOMENTOUS WEDDINGS - AUSTIN WEDDING PLANNER

One of the best parts of this day for us was working with Carissa, owner of Montenous Weddings. Here’s what our team has to say:

• “Carissa is amazing. Love her, her organization, communication, and attitude.” - Shiraz Hostess, Lindsay

• “Especially Carissa. She is amazing and so on top of it :) We made a good team! I loved that she had the signature drinks ready for the bride and groom right after the ceremony. I think all planners should be required to do that! Such a thoughtful gesture.” Shiraz Hostess, Alexis

• “Nothing but praise for Carissa! As a venue owner (11 yrs) and 2x manager, I've seen 100s of wedding planners work with couples through the planning and wedding day. Carissa is one of my favorites, and only after two weddings! That's a record. Her attitude in handling all manners of the couple’s emotions, curve balls, intricate timelines, and more left me in awe of her work ethic and ability to manage the moment. She is very organized and one of the few planners I have zero concerns about when one of my couples books her. She is a 5-star Austin Wedding Vendor who I put my full recommendation behind!” Shiraz Director, Kalli

COLORFUL AND CHIC FIRST-LOOK PORTRAITS

If you can’t tell from these few photos these two are madly in love and that staircase was truly meant for them and their wedding day! These photos of first look and newlyweds photos are taking our breath away! The Hidden Staircase is our recommended first look photo location at Shiraz because it’s stunning obviously, but also shaded — perfect for those mid-day photos needed before ceremony when the sun hasn’t made it’s way into golden hour yet!

PERFECT WEDDING PARTY PHOTOS - SPRINGTIME AUSTIN WEDDING COLORS

Sunset Vista is not just for ceremonies! For this May wedding, the couple chose the Outdoor Cathedral for their ceremony to be covered for guest comfort and also for the grandeur that the linear space creates! But never fear; Sunset Vista is perfect for golden hour photos with wedding party and portraits also! We think these are some of the best views with the best lighting in the Hill Country!

Joanna and Brett Photography - Hill Country Wedding Photographers

Dozens of photographers capture beautiful hill country weddings at Shiraz Garden each year. We see dozens of wedding galleries so when our breath leaves us seeing beauty like Joanna and Brett captured on this day — it's worth noting! This husband and wife team has a special place in our hearts for several reasons. They jumped into this wedding day just three months out and were able to not only capture some of our favorite photos of all time at Shiraz but also find time for a stunning engagement session. This photo team took the time to see Shiraz several times in person to prepare for this unique day so they could capture it perfectly according to Reena’s vision, timeline, and unique design elements. They went above and beyond to deliver the gallery this couple wanted and captured it SO PERFECTLY. Seriously, the colors, the framing, the moments — this is one of the most gorgeous hill country wedding galleries we’ve ever seen! Don’t miss out on having your wedding day captured with such attention to detail and with a gorgeous gallery from details to portraits like this one!

MAY OUTDOOR CEREMONY & design details

This garden themed wedding with shades of pink roses and light pink florals was stunning for May and all the spring vibes! Their ceremony was at the Outdoor Cathedral famous for it’s long aisle and dramatic atmosphere! This ceremony option is also perfect for May-Sept weddings because it’s right next to the Formal Garden where reception takes place reducing the need for guests to walk the grounds. See more form the Formal Garden on our gallery pages.

HILL COUNTRY WEDDING RECEPTION WITH FOLK DANCERS AND AMAZING DANCE FLOOR MOMENTS

When it was time for Mr. and Mrs. to be introduced after cocktail hour Khaled and Reena entered in grand style, flanked by the fantastic dance group Folkoholic Dance Theater! This fun and unexpected moment was a major crowd pleasure! The performances were all incredible adding joy and memories everyone will keep for a lifetime.

AUSTIN WEDDING VENDOR TEAM

Shiraz Garden recommended vendors

Planner - Carissa Melendez with Momentous Weddings

Joanna and Brett Photography

Bryne Rock - DJ

Crave Catering

Brenda Abbott Floral

Makeup by Adrienne - Bridal Glam

Dance Group - Nidal Abou Diab - Folkoholic Dance Theater

This wedding was executed flawlessly by a team of Recommended Shiraz Garden vendors who know the property intimately and can assist couples in planning beautiful weddings here with less stress, fewer questions, and so many ideas from their extensive expense onsite! Planning this wedding in just three months is a testament to the power of hiring recommended vendors at your wedding and why it’s so key to a stress-free day full of beautiful memories!

PERSIAN RUG DANCE FLOOR - EPIC WEDDING RECEPTION STYLISH DETAIL

Another fun design element for this wedding was adding Shiraz Garden’s authentic Persian Rug dance floor! Shiraz Garden has a stunning collection of authentic, hand-knotted rugs from Iran and across South Asia that add color, texture, and the unexpected to a wedding reception that elevates teh space and moment!

FINAL FAVORITE DETAILS!