First Impressions: Lauren Grace worked extensively with planner Marsha Ballard French of Weddings by StarDust to craft her dream invitations, a process that Marsha says “took months finding the right paper, the best hand calligrapher, and the perfect shade of blue!”

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

Sweet Touches: Guests were greeted with while a toile-emblazoned, bow-accented cake by Fancy Cakes by Lauren served as dessert (left).

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

Sweet Touches: Guests were greeted with personalized macarons (in tiny bell jars!) at their place settings.

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

Modern-Day Romance: The reception decor reflected Lauren Grace’s classic taste while maintaining a contemporary look.

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

April Showers: Filled with lush florals, Lauren Grace and Will’s May nuptials were “fit for a princess and her prince,” says Marsha.

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

No Doubt About It: The bride kept an open mind when searching for her gown, ultimately choosing the one she felt most beautiful and comfortable in. “I wanted something timeless,” says Lauren Grace of her Martina Liana gown. “When I saw the pictures, I was like ‘Yeah, no-brainer.’ This was definitely the right one.”

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

This Must Be The Place: “I thought [the Olana] was very romantic and I leaned into that,” remembers Lauren Grace. “I wanted the dusty blue color and the toile. So once we chose the venue, everything else kind of fell into place.”

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

Photo by Megan Kay Photography

This Olana Storybook Wedding Featured Blue Toile and Bows

By Kiernan McCormick

Lauren Grace Vivian & Will Graboyes
May 7, 2022

For Dallas native Lauren Grace Vivian, Will Graboyes always felt like home. The couple met as college freshmen in Washington D.C., where Lauren Grace was attending American University and Will was studying at Georgetown University. “[College is] such a whirlwind, and when I met Will, I felt safe, loved, and cared for,” Lauren Grace says. On May 7, 2022, the couple’s timeless and romantic outdoor nuptials were straight out of a storybook. Both Lauren Grace and Will regard the first look as one of their wedding’s most special moments—a meaningful start to an unforgettable day. Remembers the bride, “I was like, ‘Ah! This dress, this place, Will.’ It was just all so perfect.”

Lauren Grace Vivian & Will Graboyes Bridal Gown

No Doubt About It

The bride kept an open mind when searching for her gown, ultimately choosing the one she felt most beautiful and comfortable in. “I wanted something timeless,” says Lauren Grace of her Martina Liana gown. “When I saw the pictures, I was like ‘Yeah, no-brainer.’ This was definitely the right one.”

Lauren Grace Vivian & Will Graboyes Stationary Design

First Impressions

Lauren Grace worked extensively with planner Marsha Ballard French of Weddings by StarDust to craft her dream invitations, a process that Marsha says “took months finding the right paper, the best hand calligrapher, and the perfect shade of blue!”

Guests: 120

First Dance: “Feels Like Home” by Chantal Kreviazuk 

Cake Flavor: Strawberry and Champagne Berry

Credits

  • Ceremony/Reception Site

    The Olana

  • Photographer

    Megan Kay Photography

  • Bridal Gown Designer

    Martina Liana

  • Bridal Gown Retailer

    Bridal Boutique of Lewisville

  • Hair & Makeup

    The Styling Stewardess

  • Groom’s Attire

    Indochino

  • Bridesmaids’ Dresses Designer/Retailer

    Birdy Grey

  • Groomsmen’s Attire

    ACA Event Designs

  • Flower Girl Dress Designer

    SHDRCLOTH

  • Flower Girl Dress Retailer

    Etsy

  • Flowers

    Petals Couture

  • Invitations Stationery

    LaneLove Paper Co.

  • Calligraphy & Envelope

    Bethany Letter Shop

  • Wedding Crest

    Blue Harbor Paperie

  • Cake

    Fancy Cakes by Lauren

  • Catering

    The Olana

  • Music

    DJ Adam Morgan

  • Lighting

    Randy Ro Entertainment

  • Videographer

    CinemaStory

  • Getaway Car

    DFW Vintage Cars

  • Wedding Rentals

    BBJ La Tavola

  • Wedding Rentals

    Center Stage Floors

  • Wedding Rentals

    Top-Tier Event Rentals

  • Wedding Planner

    Weddings by StarDust

  • Wedding Designer

    Marsha Ballard

  • Coffee Cart

    Nightowl Coffee

  • Macarons

    Savor Patisserie

  • French Officiant

    Matthew DeBlanc

  • Lighting

    Randy Ro Entertainment

  • Videographer

    CinemaStory Wedding Films

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