Discover photo perfect venues in DFW that will give you that highly desired bright & modern look wedding
Choosing the wedding venue that is perfect for you can be stressful and overwhelming! A lot has to be taken into consideration, and surprisingly small percentage of those thoughts is dedicated to "HOW IT LOOKS ON PHOTOS". And I am here to fix this!
Why is it important?
Because your wedding photos are THE ONLY thing from your Big Day you'll be looking at every day of the rest of your life. Not including your spouse, of course 😜
Now, I'm not saying everything else isn't important - what I'm saying is - if you take "the right look" venue into consideration, the chances of you LOVING your wedding photos afterward just rocketed!
So if you want your wedding photos to look BRIGHT & MODERN, dig in!!
And here is the disclaimer: I am NOT affiliated with any of the venues and I am NOT paid to promote them. The only reason the venue is in this list is because I personally photographed there, I know it photographs exceptionally well, I saw my couples were well taken care of by the venue management and all vendors were treates with respect, and therefore I consider it worthy of my recommendation to YOU!
#10 The Crescent Court
As a wedding venue, The Crescent Court Hotel offers a wide variety of backdrops: the courtyard, the sunroom, the rooftop floor-to-ceiling window restaurant, and classic European style ballroom.
Price level: $$$
PROS:
- Elegant & Luxurious All-Year-Around Outdoor/Indoor Setting
- Conveniently Located in Dallas Uptown
- Convenient Accommodation for Wedding Guests & Wedding Couple: everyone could stay for the night right there at the spacious rooms upstairs
- Outdoor & Indoor Bright Spaces for Ceremony
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
CONS:
- Small Cocktail Hour Area
- Indoor Sunroom Ceremony Area is small & awkwardly bent
Things to keep in mind: As it is a hotel, you will be surrounded by non-related to your wedding people. There is no much privacy during the photo time!
#9 The White Sparrow Barn
The White Sparrow Barn, is elegant all white barn venue with chubby-chic style decor. This wedding venue has spacious indoor reception area and outdoor ceremony spot for nature loving brides.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Spacious Bridal Suite
- Spacious Groom Suite
- Reception Ballroom with Natural Light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Shaded Cocktail Hour Outdoor Patio
CONS:
- No dedicated indoor ceremony space
- Sun shines into bride's face during the afternoon ceremony
Things to keep in mind: In the even of inclement weather, the reception space will become the ceremony space, and will demand flipping the room during the cocktail hour.
#8 The Montclair
The Montclairs an elegant modern bright wedding venue located in Colleyville, TX. This venue embraces all-under-one-roof concept, and has convenient natural light chapel, open air European style veranda, and spacious ballroom.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Stunning Bridal Suite
- Spacious Groom Suite
- Dedicated Indoor Ceremony Chapel
- European Style Reception Ballroom with Natural Light
- Conveniently Located within city limits
- Good Variety of Accommodation Options For Guests
CONS:
- No dedicated cocktail hour space
- No outdoor ceremony space
- Limited Outdoor Space For Photography
#7 The Nest At Ruth Farms
The Nest at Ruth Farms is a beautiful white-barn style venue with classic North Texas natural beauty. It has plenty of elegancy with some Texas country twist.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Pond Facing Outdoor Ceremony Setting
- Elegant and Bright Bridal Suite
- Dedicated Reception Area with Natural Light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Cute Balcony Above The Main Entrance
- Outdoor/Indoor Cocktail Hour Spot
CONS:
- Long drive for most
- No Convenient Accommodation For Guests Within Immediate Vicinity
- Location of the parking lot disturbs the views
#6 The Reflections
The Reflections, an elegant modern white venue with classic New Orlean style decor. This venue is conveniently located in Plano, and offers unique garden outdoor ceremony opportunity within the DFW city limits.
Price level: $
PROS:
- Beautiful Evergreen Garden Ceremony
- Conveniently Located
- Convenient Near By Hotels for Wedding Guests
- Indoor Ceremony Hall
- Elegant Bridal Suite
- Groom Suite
- Dedicated Reception Ballroom with Natural Light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Shaded Cocktail Hour Outdoor Courtyard
CONS:
- No scenic views
- Sun shines into groom's face during the afternoon outdoor ceremony
Things to keep in mind: Even though quite elegant, Bridal Suite Can only fit few people. More than 3 bridesmaids - and it'll start to feel quite tight.
#5 The Rosemary Barn
The Rosemary Barn is located in McKinney, that is North DFW metroplex. This venue has patio/courtyard outdoor space that could be used for ceremonies and cocktail hour, natural light indoor ceremony space, bright bridal suite, groom house, and an all-white reception barn.
Price level: $$$
PROS:
- Convenient Outdoor Ceremony Setting
- Natural Light Indoor Ceremony Area
- Bright bridal suite
- Dedicated Reception Area with natural light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Outdoor/Indoor Cocktail Hour Location
CONS:
- Expensive
- No Scenic Views
- Dark and small groom's house
- Heavily pushing their own vendors
Things to keep in mind: The big half of the attraction of this place is it's natural trees and greenery. Which could be decreased during the cold months.
#4 The Grand Ivory
The Grand Ivory is located in Leonard, that is North East DFW metroplex. This venue has everything you need on a wedding day: beautiful outdoor ceremony space, intimate chapel with scenic views and plenty of natural light for colder days, spacious and bright bridal cottage, groom suite, and an exquisitely designed all-white reception barn.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Beautiful Outdoor All-Year-Around Ceremony Setting
- Spacious and bright bridal suite cottage
- Chapel with AMAZING nature views that could be conveniently closed with transparent walls for colder months
- Dedicated Reception All-White Barn with natural light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Lake Views
CONS:
- Inconvenient and long drive though country roads
- Only Outdoor Cocktail Hour Area
- Dark Groom Suite (could be a PRO for boys, but not for photos though 😅)
- No Convenient Accommodations for Wedding Guests Around
Things to keep in mind: The path from the parking lot is made of a small gravel that definitely will ruin your new shoes. Make sure to arrange a pavement drop-off for elderly, kids and high heelers!
#3 The French Farmhouse
The French Farmhouse is an impressive 56-acres estate 1 hour North of Dallas. This French-inspired venue gives you a variety of indoor and outdoor ceremony options, cocktail hour space, and a bright dedicated reception area with a lot of natural light.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Outdoor Ceremony Setting
- Natural Light Indoor Ceremony Chapel
- Elegant and spacious bridal suite
- Dedicated Reception Area with Natural Light
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Outdoor/Indoor Cocktail Hour Spot
CONS:
- Long drive for most
- No Convenient Accommodation For Guests Within Immediate Vicinity
- Location of the parking lot disturbs the views
Things to keep in mind: The outdoor ceremony beauty relies heavily on the view of the grand-looking tree. This tree, however, looses the leaves during the cold months.
#2 The Springs At Valley View
The Springs at Valley View is an elegant red brick mansion with classic European interiors. If by now you are a bit tired of barns, this one is for you! It has plenty of natural light indoor photo spots, as well as elegant outdoor settings.
Price level: $$
PROS:
- Bright & Modern Chapel
- Elegant, Bright and Spacious Bridal Suite
- Spacious Groom Suite with Pool Table
- Reception Area with Beautiful Natural Light and Picturesque Staircase
- Vast Variety of Photo Ops Places
- Impressive Reception Staircase
CONS:
- Long drive for most
- No Convenient Accommodation For Guests Within Immediate Vicinity
#1 The Arts District Mansion
The Art District Mansion is a beautiful, elegant and historic Dallas wedding venue. It's located in the hear of Dallas Downtown Art District, and features several outdoor vignettes, exquisite and spacious parlors for bride, groom and the family, as well as dedicated ceremony hall and classic European style Ballroom.
Price level: $$$
PROS:
- Exquisite Bridal Suite
- Elegant Craftsmanship Groom Suite
- Dedicated Indoor Ceremony Hall
- European Style Reception Ballroom with Natural Light
- Dedicated Indoor Cocktail Hour Area
- Endless Photo Op All-Year-Around Spots of Dallas Downtown
- Conveniently Located in Dallas Downtown
- Plenty of Walking Distance Accommodation Options For Guests
CONS:
- No dedicated outdoor ceremony space
