Alison and Eric | Wedding in New Braunfels, Texas

A Romantic Start in New Braunfels, Texas

Ali and Eric’s wedding weekend kicked off with a memorable night before the big day. The couple began at the charming Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn, where they enjoyed small bites, fancy cocktails, and heartfelt chats with longtime friends. The evening continued at Moonshine & Ale, where a lively singer invited the couple onstage to announce their upcoming union. Cheers erupted as Ali and Eric shared a modest dance and a sweet kiss in front of an adoring crowd.

Wedding Day Bliss at the Lake

The next morning, Ali, Eric, and their loved ones gathered in the Airbnb living room for a joyful breakfast. Ali’s mother, Donna, poured her heart into every detail. From stunning flowers to elegant plate settings to a breathtaking charcuterie board, so much love was put into the details. The morning was filled with laughter, mimosas, and emotional surprises. Months earlier, family member, Katie, arranged a special video gift of Ali’s late father, compiled from home videos by Donna. It was a video I’ve never created before, but felt tremendously honored to have been a part of it. Overwhelmed with emotion, Ali also received a photo of her father from her mother to include in her bouquet. A touching tribute to his enduring love.

Getting Ready with Love and Laughter

The bride and her girls prepared upstairs in a relaxed setting, perfect for Ali. Before slipping into her stunning gown, the couple exchanged private promises. Eric’s parents added the finishing touches to his look, including his boutonniere. While Donna buttoned Ali into her elegant, strapless mermaid dress with a flowing train. Ali’s first look was a heartfelt moment, shared with her girl friends, niece Audree, Lee, and her two brothers.

A Heartfelt Ceremony by the Lake

The ceremony unfolded with Eric walking his mother, Ali’s older brother officiating and Lee walking her down the aisle. This all accompanied by the beautiful strains of a violin during the procession. Emotions ran high as vows were exchanged, rings placed, and a first kiss sealed the union. Clapping and hugs from family symbolized a new beginning. Clear skies blessed the couple for stunning family and couple portraits by the lake.

Unique Touches and Festive Fun

Guests captured memories with Polaroids and left custom notes. Eric’s impromptu lake photo session with his friends nearly ended in a splash, sparking laughter, while Ali’s girls posed with giggles. The couple cut their cake, fed each other, and Ali—showcasing her bartending skills—popped champagne, playfully pouring some into Eric’s mouth. Their custom pink champagne glasses, crafted by a friend, added a personal flair. Dancing kicked off with a beautiful routine, followed by emotional dances with Lee, Jordan, Brad, and Eric’s mother. Ali later stunned her Mawmaw with a dancing dress change, leading to an epic after-party at Downtown Social with endless dancing and singing.

Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Serenil!

As the videographer and photographer, I had a blast capturing every creative moment of Ali and Eric’s uniquely theirs wedding. Congratulations to the happy couple on their beautiful journey!

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Kristina + Jordan | Wedding in New Braunfels, Texas

The wedding day

On a crisp winter day, January 11th, 2025, two households became one. Jordan and Kristina joined together to profess their long-standing commitment to one another. Surrounded by nature, the scenic lake in New Braunfels made for an intimate backdrop for these two lovebirds.

Kristina glided down to Jordan. Her dress was cream, with an overlay of intricately designed lace. She wore a bejeweled crest in her hair. What made her look even more memorable? Her pink Converse! What a cute and comfortable way to get married! At the same time, Jordan sported a dusty lavender two piece suit with a navy vest coupled with a navy tie to give that extra pop of color.

In addition, one of the most endearing parts of the wedding day was seeing the little flower girl, Miss Kennedy—aka the bride’s daughter—shyly make her way to her mother, scattering rose petals along the path. Meanwhile, Jordan’s sister, Ali, officiated the wedding. The atmosphere was bubbly and light, full of sibling jokes and personalized touches. Afterward, the couple exchanged vows in front of their loved ones, and the crowd erupted in cheers as they were finally presented as the Millers!

The wedding after party

The celebration that followed was an absolute delight. To begin, the couple participated in a traditional cross glass drinking of wine. Next, Jordan and Kristina arrived at the Oyster Bar in New Braunfels. They kicked things off with delicious dishes from the menu, and a second tradition of cutting the cake, followed by the infamous “breakfast shots.” These included a shot of maple dark liquor, a shot of orange juice, and a tiny square of candied bacon to top it off. As the evening continued, Friends and family gathered close, celebrating and singing along with the music overhead.

However, the party didn’t stop there. After the Oyster Bar, the reception continued at a karaoke bar—The Hoity Toit Beer Joint—where the vibe took a fun time-hop back into the ‘80s. Everyone was laughing, singing, and cheering on the rotating performers. To top it all off, the bride has talent! Kristina wowed the room with her rendition of “Blue” by LeAnn Rimes. As she finished, the whole bar erupted in applause. All in all, Jordan sure is one lucky fella—and I feel lucky too, having had the chance to photograph such a fun, spontaneous, and joy-filled wedding.

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Will you be my Bridesmaid?

There are so many ways to ask the closest women (or men these days!) to be in your wedding party. I have seen so many creative ways of doing this. If you’re like me though and you want to send something that’s creative, personal, but also (let’s be honest) easy, Greetabl has your back.

I’m so excited to be telling you about Greetabl! I am all for it. I literally use it for everything and to be honest, I feel like not enough people know about it. For the record, I picked “will you be my bridesmaid” for the title because I obviously specialize in weddings. This gifting option though can be used by ANYONE not just someone getting married.

Why Greetbl?

I remember a few years ago looking for a gift to send my sister. There was the option to send her a subscription box from various sites, but I kind of just wanted a one time thing? The process in itself was a little confusing where I had to include my sister in signing up which gave the surprise away. In my opinion, I didn’t like it. I also looked into sending gifts from Amazon, but I still didn’t feel that it was personable enough? To me, sending chocolates and flowers were sort of expensive?

Then one day I scrolled through Instagram and found a Greetabl ad. The advertisement was adorable, so I checked it out. I was instantly hooked with the style of the site. It was simple to navigate. I got to personally choose everything from the packaging, items and greeting. In short, Greetabl offered a convenient, personable and affordable way of greeting someone I care about.

How it works.

When arriving to the site, you begin on finding the right design for your box. Next what I normally do is pick out an appropriate gift for the occasion; from candles to gummies to jewelry, there’s lots to choose from! After going through and finding the perfect gift, you have the option of also leaving a gift card or “bonus” gift. The bonus gift is usually something small like glitter, tea, or a face mask. The site will then take you to another page where you can really add your personal touch by adding photos and a message inside.

The best part about the message part is if you have a writer’s block, they have little prompts to work with. Finally when you are ready to send, you can either schedule a time for delivery or send as soon as possible. Could not be any easier.

My go-to

I use Greetabl on a regular basis. It’s honestly fun to receive a package you weren’t expecting in the mail. It’s a great way of telling my fellow wedding vendors and my assistants ‘thank you’. Even outside of Skys the Limit Production, my family and friends enjoy the messages and images I send for their birthdays and holidays.

So whether you need to propose to your gals or let someone know how much they mean to you, give Greetabl a try. I think you’ll like it!

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Tori + Nicholas | Lost Oak Winery Burleson, TX

Tori and Nicholas got married at Lost Oak Winery, which is a beautiful vineyard in Burleson, Texas with a pond and fountain view. It was a gorgeous day and the sun even made an appearance!

Photo by Malia Maureen Photography

The couple

Tori wore a unique long dress with the front featuring satin material and the back displaying lace. It was like a mix of two different dresses that complimented each other nicely. Nicholas wore a gray windowpane pattern suit with a bright red tie. My favorite addition to Tori’s whole attire was her bouquet. She added 3 little red cardinals within her flowers to represent three special people in her life that past away.

The ceremony

The ceremony was an intimate service in between the lake and vineyard. During the ceremony, the bride tearfully (in joy) said her vows while her groom encouraged her on. It was such a sweet moment to capture.

They decorated the area with wine barrels and many flower petals. The reception was in the main hall at Lost Oak Winery – I love this venue because it felt like a getaway with the rows of vines and the fountain in the pond. Weddings at Lost Oak Winery are amazing because the photo and video ops are endless.

Photo by Malia Maureen Photography

Why Lost Oak Winery is a great place to get married

Lost Oak Winery has a really vibrant atmosphere, and is one of the loveliest places to get married in Burleson, Texas. The venue not only offers an on-site rehearsal prior to your wedding day, but you can use the property for bridal and engagement portraits too. A full staff is available throughout the event for full wine service and other needs. There are also scenic spots like the vineyard, pond and bridge that are perfect for portraits and gorgeous video shots. If you would like video for your wedding day, reach out!

Video by Skys the Limit Production

Dream Team

Venue | Lost Oak Winery

Videography | Skys the Limit Production

DJ | Arbutus Entertainment

Photography | Malia Maureen Photography

An Authentic Announcement

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Wedding Invitations

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Basic Invite is one of the few, if not only, websites that allow customers unfettered access to nearly every color in the spectrum. With a myriad of designs and hues to consider, Basic Invite will guarantee that your invitation will be as distinctive as your love. An occasion as momentous, as your wedding day, warrants a celebration. Whether it’s a bridal shower or engagement party, Basic Invite has what you need to make your internal picture a reality. With over 180 different color options, you can design your engagement party card down to the most minute detail.

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