Best Girls: Erin’s sister was her matron of honor, and her daughters, Erin’s nieces, served as flower girls. The youngest, Serena, decided halfway through that she was done with photos. “So half of the photos are just her with a hilarious, annoyed look on her face,” says Erin. “I think it makes the pictures even better.”

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Erin Byrne and Jimmy Watson

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Erin Byrne and Jimmy Watson

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Heavy Pour: Rain began to fall as guests arrived, so Erin and Jimmy held a “pre-ceremony cocktail hour” while they forged a new plan. “We anticipated a break in the storm that didn’t happen,” Erin says of their decision to carry on.

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Photo by Ellen Ashton

Erin Byrne and Jimmy Watson

Photo by Ellen Ashton Photography

Erin Byrne and Jimmy Watson Promise To Love One Another—Come Rain or Shine

By Lydia Brooks

Erin Byrne

Jimmy Watson

June 1, 2019

Everything was looking sunny leading up to Erin Byrne and Jimmy Watson’s outdoor ceremony, including the forecast: clear skies with zero percent chance of rain. But on June 1, 2019, a surprise storm unleashed a downpour on the bride and groom as they were saying their “I do’s.” Fortunately, the easygoing pair were able to make the most of the situation, and following a sped-up ceremony and ring exchange, they completed their vows inside. “It’s weird to say that the rain was my favorite part of the day, but it was, ”Erin says. “Everyone was such a good sport.”

Credits

  • Ceremony/Reception Site

    Texas Discovery Gardens

  • Photographer

    Ellen Ashton Photography

  • Bridal Gown Designer

    Made with Love

  • Bridal Bridal Gown Retailer

    A&Bé Bridal Shop

  • Hair & Makeup

    The Styling Stewardess

  • Groom’s Attire

    The Black Tux

  • Flowers

    Venus and Co. Flowers

  • Stationery

    Bride’s sister

  • Cake

    Bird Bakery

  • Catering

    Cohost Catering

  • Music

    Le Force Entertainment

  • Videographer

    byDesign Films

  • Getaway Car

    Premier Transportation

  • Wedding Rentals

    Bella Acento

  • Wedding Rentals

    La Tavola Fine Linen Rental

  • Wedding Planner/Designer

    Ivory & Vine Event Co.

  • Additional Vendors

    Hotel ZaZa; Truluck’s

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