Erica + Hunter's Luxurious, Rustic Wedding at Hotel Drover

Couple Erica and Hunter designed a stunning garden-style ballroom wedding at a rustic venue — Hotel Drover in Fort Worth — for a luxurious and lush-floral-filled night with their family and friends. The palette was black and white, and statement flowers like Roses and Hydrangeas were staples — along with lots of lush greenery and candlelight in both the ceremony and reception spaces.

We designed a natural-style floral arch at the entryway and full floral lining for the aisle that continued up to and around the altar. These were such statements in the greenhouse ceremony space, especially with lush grass underfoot and a gorgeous wooded area just outside. Candles lining the aisle and greenery strung from the ceiling were two transformative touches that completed the intimate-garden atmosphere.

The ceiling vines were carried into the reception area to add a whimsical touch among stone and wood architecture. We designed elaborate garlands for rectangular guest tables that trailed down to the floor on either end — paired with candelabras for extra drama. These were lush with greenery and dense with roses in shades of white and sparing dainty flowers. Round tables were decorated with a mix of elevated and low compote arrangements.

Other statements in the ballroom included a floral installation flanking the indoor bar and another in the same style trailing down the side of the piano. Making the same flowers and color palette so ubiquitous all throughout the space created such an immersive and cohesive feel, accentuated by candlelight in all forms — pillar candles paired with installs and taper candles on guest tables.

Erica and her bridal party carried long-stem bouquets of white Roses that created a stunning black-and-white classic moment with the bridesmaids’ gowns. This style played into the garden influence while still feeling very refined and elegant.

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Vendors:

Venue: Hotel Drover

Planner: Keely Thorne Events

Event Photographer: Kate Pease Photography

Portrait Photographer: Joseph West Photography

Tenting/HVAC: Sandone Productions

Music: Drywater Band

Florist: Wedfully Yours + Design

Cake: Creme de la Creme

Rentals: Posh Couture Rentals | Marquee Event Rentals | Perch Decor | Party! | Dallas Piano Rentals

Lighting: Beyond

Dance Floor/Aisle/Altar: Center Stage Floors

HAMU: Makeup by Sheila

Cigar Roller: DFW Cigar Roller

Videographer: 31 Films