Long-Distance Love: Despite decamping from Texas—first to the University of Pennsylvania for Andrew and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for Evie, then to New York City, where they now reside—it was only fitting that the couple tie the knot where their journey started.

Photo by Grant Daniels

Western Flair: Overlaid atop their traditional invitations was a watercolor scene on velum that evoked what Andrew describes as the event’s “refined West Texas aesthetic.” Designed by Southern Fried Paper, the suite also included a reply card printed on wood-grain paper and was held together by a leather cord.

Photo by Grant Daniels

Golden Hour: Venus & Co customized a bouquet for each of Evie’s bridesmaids based on their dress.

Photo by Grant Daniels

Think Pink: The five-tiered cake was decorated with floral details similar to those seen on Evie’s gown. Under the classic white vanilla frosting, the strawberry-flavored cake provided a surprise shade. “Pink is my favorite color,” says Evie.

Photo by Grant Daniels

Photo by Grant Daniels

Signature Blend: Feminine details—like blush goblets, rose-gold flatware, and floral china—counterbalanced more rustic touches, such as the natural wood chargers.

Photo by Grant Daniels

Paint the Sky: The event’s entire scheme was inspired by a road trip through West Texas that Andrew and Evie once took. A watercolor stage backdrop served as an abstract nod to a sunset.

Photo by Grant Daniels

This Brook Hollow Golf Club Wedding Paid Homage to the Couple’s Love Story

By D Weddings

Evie Peña & Andrew Graffy
April 22, 2023

Evie Peña and Andrew Graffy hit it off when Andrew took Evie to his St. Mark’s prom. The couple dated long-distance through college, then closed the gap when their careers led them to New York City. At the time, the streets they lived on met at a corner decorated with blue Spanish tiles. Andrew commissioned a painting of him proposing to Evie at this location, hung it there, and led Evie to that very spot, where life would imitate art. “A good ol’ public New York City proposal,” says Evie. Although Manhattan is now home, the Dallas natives celebrated their union at Brook Hollow Golf Club, which was transformed using the warm and familiar shades of their home state. 

Center of Attention

Family and wedding-party members were seated at circular tables that surrounded arrangements of bright florals and cacti that provided a unique and on-theme focal point.

 

Looking Sharp

“Cactus really played a part throughout,” says planner Allison MacNealy of Allison & Co Events. Table assignments were written on paper pieces made to resemble prickly pear pads. 

Credits

  • Ceremony Site

    Chapel of Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church

  • Photographer

    Grant Daniels

  • Bridal Gown Designer

    Lela Rose (ceremony); Alice + Olivia (reception)

  • Bridal Gown Retailer

    Mark Ingram Atelier (ceremony); Alice + Olivia (reception)

  • Hair

    Sonia Trevino Hair

  • Makeup

    About Face Pros

  • Groom’s Attire

    Suitsupply

  • Groomsmen’s Attire

    Culwell & Son

  • Reception Site

    Brook Hollow Golf Club

  • Flowers

    Venus & Co

  • Stationery

    Southern Fried Paper

  • Cake

    Fancy Cakes by Lauren

  • Catering

    Brook Hollow Golf Club

  • Music

    Matchmaker Band

  • Lighting

    Stage 2 Lighting

  • Transportation

    DFW Vintage Cars

  • Wedding Rentals

    BBJ La Tavola; Party! Dallas; Perch Event Decor; Sandone Productions; Top Tier Event Rentals

  • Wedding Planner/Designer

    Allison MacNealy, Allison & Co Events

  • Bride’s denim jacket

    Alice + Olivia

  • Bride’s fringed leather jacket

    Lily’s Vintage Finds

  • Bride’s and groom’s boots

    M.L. Leddy

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