Weddings are a joyous time from the cake and the dress to the venue and entertainment and all the family and friends who come together to celebrate, but they can also be stressful as all the details and decisions begin to rack up. We consulted three local newlyweds — Jake and Julia Fuller, Jacob and Abigail Garner, and Yanai Otera La Porte and Rafael Coris Vélez — to learn more about what it’s like to have their big day in the Brazos Valley! We hope these inside looks can help guide you as you plan your big day!
Jake & Julia Fuller
July 14, 2023
“Being at the altar together was such a surreal feeling — we both talk about how it truly felt like we were the only ones in the room.”
“Enjoy every single moment of the wedding process, it really goes by so fast.”
Wedding Vendors
Venue: The Weinberg at Wixon Valley, Bryan
Caterer: D’Vine Cuisine, Bryan
Cakes: Morgan Pearl Cakes, Temple
Florals: Garden Party Florals, Bryan
Dress: Le Sposa De Gio, Italy
Rings: David Gardener’s Jewelers & Gemologists, College Station
Suit: Men’s Wearhouse, College Station
Hair: Glow & Grace Artistry, College Station
Makeup: Glow & Grace Artistry, College Station
Photographer: Ally Joe Photography, Bryan
Videographer: EP Films
Wedding Coordinator: Perfectly Planned, Bryan
Entertainment: DJ Franco Events, College Station
Bartending: The Weinberg at Wixon Valley, Bryan
Rentals: Premier Events, College Station
Yanai Otero La Porte & Rafael Coris Vélez
June 25, 2023
“My favorite moment on the day of the wedding was when the doors to the chapel opened and I saw my soon-to-be husband. When he saw me, his eyes immediately watered up and he started crying. I already knew he loved me, but in that moment I saw how excited he was for us to start our lives as one.”
“This moment in your life is about you and your spouse. Don't let other people's negativity affect your happiness. For example, not everyone was excited about the fact that I wanted to wear my favorite color (red) on the day of the wedding. But when I put my dress on, I knew I had made the right decision for me. And my husband was super supportive and wore his favorite color (pink).”
Wedding Vendors
Venue: The Annex, Navasota
Caterer: Yariel La Porte (Bride’s Brother)
Cakes: Deli Rican Cakes, College Station
Florals: H-E-B, College Station
Dress: David's Bridal, College Station
Crown: Texas Renaissance Festival
Rings: Christie's Jewelers, College Station
Suit: Suits America Men’s Suits, Killeen
Hair: Ami Beauty Studio (Shawna Caserers), College Station
Makeup: Karina Otero La Porte (Bride’s Sister)
Photographer: Life , Laughs + Photographs (Krissy Marie), Houston
Wedding Coordinator: Hapilee Ever After Coordination (Ashleigh Lee), Baytown
Bartending: Southern Rum Runners, Conroe
Jacob & Abigail Garner
November 4, 2023
“Our confetti exit! The pictures from it are amazing and it was such a wonderful moment to end the year and a half that we spent planning to be surrounded by our family and friends and to feel all of that love!”
“Take your time and choose vendors carefully — look at all of the reviews and make sure you really know who you’re hiring.”
Wedding Vendors
Venue: Always Timeless Barn, Hearne
Caterer: The Wild Garlic, Bryan
Cakes: H-E-B, Bryan
Florals: Angelle’s Florals LLC, College Station
Rings: Kay Jewelers, Katy
Hair: Glow and Grace Artistry, College Station
Makeup: Glow and Grace Artistry, College Station
Photographer: Kendall Brookshire, Waco
Wedding Coordinator: Detailed Moments (Miranda Bennett), College Station
Entertainment; DJ American Rob (Hannah Sherman), Houston
Bartending: Aggieland Bartending, College Station
