October 2023 - Farmhouse

Today’s wedding is SUCH a treat!! We are so happy to share the new Mr. and Mrs. Conder’s big day with you all! Payton and Cash had one of the most beautiful and joyous days. We just know that you are all going to be obsessed. Be ready to pick your jaw up off the ground.

Pink!

Watching Payton and Cash’s big day come together could not have been more of a treat. They are both such fun, loving and happy people that we just knew their day would be bright, bold and just as fun as they are. From the get-go, we were proved right. Payton asked that all vendors wear pink! And, right when her and her best girls showed up everything was just such a blast. They rolled up in their bright, colorful PJs and were ready to party! One amazing thing we want to note is that Payton asked her mom to be her matron of honor! Another little bonus is that two of her bridesmaids are former French Farmhouse Brides! How special is that?

As the morning went on, more and more vendors were doing their thing- WOW. The venue and chapel really came to life and transformed into Payton and Cash’s dream day. The pink vinyl checkerboard aisle and dance floor blew us away. That alongside Payton’s custom wedding dress and the small custom pieces placed around really transformed the space into a place that screamed Payton and Cash!

P-A-R-T-Y

After a stunning ceremony, it was time to PARTY. And, like every other piece of the day- the new Mr. and Mrs. Conder had a few tricks up their sleeves. First- there were some incredible live musicians playing at cocktail hour. We LOVE live music anywhere, anytime at the venue- it just adds so much ambiance. Second- as the party got going, the bridesmaids surprised everyone by heading up to the bridal suite balcony that overlooks the dance floor and throwing off some Conder snapback hats. And, let me tell you the crowd LOVED it.

And, a little icing on the cake… Payton and her girls did a cheer number for the crowd. Everyone was so excited and ate it up! To round out the night, they did a pom-pom send-off to match! It was incredible, and every moment screamed Payton and Cash!

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Conder! It was so special to be the venue for your big day!

Photographer: MGM Moments
Videographer: Summer Nicole Films
Second Shooter: Riley Combs Photo
Content: Content By Kyr
Hair + Makeup: Kristy Rankin HAMU
Florals: Hannah Willis Creative
Catering: Vestals Catering
Cake: Taste Like More TX
Invitations: Paper Affair Dallas
DJ: DJ Tr3-Matic
Custom Dress: Avari Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Planning + Coordination: Knighted Affairs
Custom Vinyl Floor: Inkredible Dance Floors
Signage: Lettered by Boo
Ceremony Entertainment: Jared Masucci
Charcuterie: Nothing but Love and Graze

WOW! It has officially been over a year since the stunning wedding of our own Kelsey and her husband Matt! It is always fun to watch one of your favorite people get married, and anyone who comes to the venue meets, and instantly falls in love with, Kelsey. We are SO excited to share her and Matt’s big day with you all!

An Experience

Like we said, if you have been to the French Farmhouse- you have met Kelsey! We were not shocked one bit when she started describing the bright colors and unique experiences she wanted for her big day. She was planning SO many things we had never seen at the Farmhouse. Kelsey and her girls got ready at a hotel in Plano, so once they arrived mid-day Kelsey got to do a “first look” at the Chapel with her Mom, our incredible owner, Michelle, by her side. This was such a special moment because Kelsey and Michelle have poured their hearts and souls into every inch of the French Farmhouse! Seeing their reaction was magical!

Kelsey and Matt really wanted to create an experience for their guests. They wanted it to feel special, and be a great party. From the moment guests arrived, it was just that. Guests strolling to the Chapel for ceremony were greeted by live musicians playing strings in the trees and glasses of champagne with the Thompsons monogram on the glasses.

Ceremony

We are absolutely biased, but this ceremony was perfect! Every ounce of it was Kelsey and Matt. Their personalities, the florals and the Chapel being packed to the brim…it could not have been more “them”! On top of it all, they had the cutest, furriest ring bearer who you may have seen on our Instagram before. This is Kelsey’s beloved pup Jax- we wouldn’t say he stole the show or anything, but he really had some memorable moments.

After Kelsey and Matt were officially announced as Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, guests enjoyed cocktail hour on the turf behind the venue. The live musicians relocated for cocktail hour, and lounge seating was placed around a HUGE circular bar for guests to enjoy.

One BIG difference in Kelsey and Matt’s day compared to a typical FFH reception, is that the main venue was used only for dinner. Usually, couples eat and party in the main venue, but the Thompson’s had a trick up their sleeve.

The Flip of All Flips

Perhaps the biggest surprise of the night was after dinner. While guests were enjoying their delicious meal, the Chapel was being flipped for party time! A crew of 60+ people came in and completely transformed the chapel from a stunning Ceremony site to a room ready for a party! They installed a stage for the amazing Jordan Kahn Orchestra, the dance floor was laid, a dessert bar came in, coffee and regular bars were set up, a 360 photo booth and *the* cake was assembled.

Guests jaws were on the floor as they came in. They were greeted by a live band, and a completely transformed space!

It was one of the most special evenings celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, and one of the most fun parties the French Farmhouse has ever seen.

Congratulations, Kelsey and Matt! On behalf of the entire French Farmhouse team- we love you guys and are so happy for you! Thanks for letting us be a part of your big day!