10 Tips for Gorgeous Bridal Portraits
Schedule a hair and make up trial!
Get your nails done.
Make sure your dress is finished being altered before the session.
Schedule your bridal portraits 6 or more weeks before your wedding!
Make sure you have an indoor option!
Bring a white or off-white sheet that you can stand on to keep your dress dry- if the weather has been yucky.
Bring comfy shoes and your wedding day shoes!
Don’t forget your jewelry!
Bring your veil if you have one!
Bring a trusted friend! Your mom, sister, best friend, etc.
HAVE FUN!
You are about to get married! Bridals are meant to be fun. Dress up, relax, and soak it all in before the hustle and bustle of the big day comes along.
Venue: Laguna Gloria
Photography: Jenna McElroy
MUAH: Makenzi Laine
Florals: Bouquets of Austin
Dress Designer: Monique Lhullier
Dress Boutique: Casa De Novia
Scans: Photovision
Top 5 Indoor Bridal Venues in Austin
1. Laguna Gloria
This indoor space is small, but mighty. A beautiful backdrop with checkered floor and turquoise window panes leads to gorgeous natural light indoors. They also receive extra points for their flexibility, just in case the Texas weather isn’t in your favor!
MUAH: Makenzi Laine
2. One Eleven East
Talk about a loft! Located in downtown Hutto, this beautiful venue captures natural light against a white brick interior that makes all sorts of indoor shoots perfect here. Truly a perfect option for bridal portraits, engagements, or a intimate boudoir! :)
MUAH: Makenzi Laine | Florals: Color Theory Collective
3. Villa Del Lago
OK, so Villa Del Lago isn’t totally indoors, but it does have a decadent covered pavilion with beautiful pillars and a stunning fire place! Its versatility always leads to those perfect spots for a indoor/outdoor bridal or engagement session.
Florals: Whim Hospitality | MUAH: Wander Salon
4. South Congress Hotel
This South Congress staple is as chic and stylish as they get, embodying that pure Austin cool. Located just south of downtown, every interior is so thoughtfully designed with the perfect contemporary setting. Throw in Cafe No Se and an adorable lounge bar in the lobby, and you have more than you could ask for in a gorgous bridal venue. .
MUAH: Lola Beauty
5. Greenhouse at Driftwood
Just outside of Austin, this amazing Greenhouse is the perfect place for an indoor bridal session. The greenhouse is naturally filled with beautiful colors and covered wall to wall with floor-length windows to let all of that gorgeous light inside.
MUAH: Lola Beauty
All film scans by Photovision Prints
