Colorful & Bright Summer Wedding at Contigo Ranch

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October 17, 2022

Whenever I think of Ana & Michael’s summer wedding, the first thing that comes to mind is radiant joy. The pure happiness of their love and their playful personalities were infused into every detail. The vivid colors, fresh florals, and sweeping Hill Country views created the ultimate colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch in Fredericksburg, TX.

Their stationary and wedding flowers perfectly captured the colorful and bright summer wedding feel at Contigo Ranch.
More closeups of the stationary, wedding rings, and flower flatlays.
Ana's gorgeous lace wedding dress.
Ana's wedding bouquet encapsulated their bright and colorful summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.

Getting Ready & First Looks | Contigo Ranch, Fredericksburg, TX

Before the ceremony even started, the day was filled with many sweet moments, including a surprise visit from the furriest member of the wedding party. Ana also chose to do not one, but two first looks: one with her dad and one with Michael. If you’re wondering if it’s worth it, get your tissues ready! The photos speak for themselves.

Ana getting ready in the bridal suite at Contigo Ranch, and Ana petting her pup.
A sweeping landscape view of the gravel drive up to Contigo Ranch.
The bride and bridesmaid bouquets were joyful pops of color - perfect for their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
More photos of Ana with her bridesmaids and the joyful pops of color in their bouquets.
Michael and his groomsmen at Contigo Ranch.
The groom and groomsmen are all smiles in preparation for the colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
Ana's first look with her dad.
Her dad became very emotional when he saw her and they had a sweet embrace before the wedding.
Ana then did a first look with Michael.
He twirled her and absorbed how beautiful she looked for their bright and colorful summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
Portraits of the entire bridal party at Contigo Ranch.

Expansive Texas Hill Country Views | The Bluff at Contigo Ranch

For the wedding ceremony, Ana and Michael chose to say “I do” overlooking the majestic valleys and rolling hills of the countryside. Not wanting to take away from the views, the couple opted for bright floral arrangements set in clear containers, giving a beautiful floating effect to frame the ceremony site.

A breathtaking shot of the ceremony site with panoramic views of the bluff and the colorful and bright wedding flowers.
The wedding flowers floated on a clear stand, subtly accenting the grand TX Hill Country views.
Ana walking down the aisle with her dad and Michael becoming emotional at her arrival.
The couple kissing as they exit the bluff ceremony.
The couple posing with their pup at the bluff, truly capturing the spirit of their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
More photos of the couple at the bluff.

Post-Ceremony Picnic | The Bluff at Contigo Ranch

My couples are always finding creative ways to have a quiet moment on their big day. When so much attention is focused on them, it can be difficult to even sit down and enjoy a meal together. Therefore, Ana and Michael planned a little scenic picnic after the ceremony. This gave them one more moment to soak up the breathtaking views of the bluff and say cheers to forever, just the two of them.

Photo of the picnic basket the couple put together for after the ceremony -- with views of the Texas Hill Country in the background.
The couple enjoying their little picnic break together.

The Reception | The Hall at Contigo Ranch

Afterwards, the couple greeted guests on the covered patio of the reception hall. Inside the reception hall, the table settings and floral arrangements stole the show in an array of colorfully chic hues. Everything radiated summertime sweetness – from sky blue tablecloths and naturally woven place settings to the pops of orange, pink, yellow, and white flowers. The reception was the focal point for their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.

The signage sprinkled throughout the day paid homage to their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
The colorful wedding cake and the groom's cake in the shape of their furbaby.
Reception hall table filled with champagne, wine, artful photos of the couple, signage and pops of colorful flowers in vases.
The reception table settings were a beautiful touch to their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.

Texas Hill Country Sunset Portraits | Fredericksburg, TX

Their theme of radiating love and joy continued when the couple snuck away after dinner for sunset portraits. Hill Country summers are known for their stunning sunsets, and Contigo Ranch offers the perfect backdrop to steal a tender moment (or two) as the sun sinks below the horizon.

The couple kissing in a field as the sun sinks below the horizon.
More quiet moments of the couple walking around together at sunset.
The joyful nature of their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch came out as Ana changed into her comfy reception shoes sneakers and a cute "Wifey" hairpin.

Celebrating into the Night | Fourth of July Weekend Wedding Idea

Once the sun had set, the party really got started! Ana donned her staple Nike sneakers, readying for a night of all-out revelry. Because it was the Saturday of July 4th weekend, guests of all ages enjoyed the red, white, and blue glow lights and party favors on the dance floor. Paired with a live street band and complimentary cigar rolling, it was impossible not to get swept away in the celebrations.

Photo of the reception hall with guests mingling on the covered patio.
The couple and all their first dances.
The couple hired a professional cigar roller for guests to enjoy.
The live street band had the guests going wild on the dancefloor in 4th of July party favors.
More nighttime celebrations on the dance floor further capturing their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.
The couple kissing on the dance floor, and Michael playfully has a pink flower tucked behind his ear.

Sparkler Exit & Vintage Getaway Car

Lastly, the couple ended the night with a sparkler grand exit. Once they said goodbye to their family and friends, Ana and Micheal rode off in a retro convertible as bright and blue as the summertime sky. It was an iconic getaway and ending note for their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch.

Black and white photo of the couple dancing alone on the dance floor.
The couple exited to their guests waving sparklers.
The grand finale of their colorful and bright summer wedding at Contigo Ranch was their bright blue convertible getaway car.
One last kiss in the getaway car, like the ending to a movie.

Interested in planning a wedding at Contigo Ranch or considering a Fredericksburg hill country wedding? I’d love to grab coffee and learn more about your big day! Get in touch here.

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