A Timeless Summer Wedding at The Arlo
A Timeless Summer Wedding at The Arlo | Summer + Carter
Some wedding days feel effortless: joyful, intentional, and filled with people who clearly adore the couple at the center of it all. Summer and Carter’s wedding at The Arlo in Austin was one of those days.
From the beginning, it felt like a true celebration of connection, playfulness, and deep love set inside one of our favorite modern wedding venues in the city.
From Cabo to “I Do”
Carter proposed during their senior year spring break trip to Cabo, Mexico, surprising Summer with an intimate sunset proposal on the beach. He popped the question on the first night, which meant the rest of the trip turned into one long celebration: a perfect start to forever.
Why The Arlo Was the Perfect Austin Wedding Venue
Summer and Carter were immediately drawn to The Arlo for its modern, elegant design. The tall ceilings, chandeliers, and clean architectural lines meant the space felt elevated without needing excessive décor.
They also loved having ceremony and reception options all on-site, making the day seamless for guests. As an Austin wedding photographer, we love photographing weddings here — the light, scale, and versatility of The Arlo make it a standout venue.
Their wedding date, June 21st, was especially meaningful. Not only is it the first official day of summer, but it’s a date Summer’s family has celebrated her entire life making it the perfect choice.
Timeless Design with Bright Summer Color
Summer envisioned a wedding that felt classic and joyful rather than trendy. The color palette reflected that perfectly: light and bright pinks, peaches, blues, and lush greenery layered throughout the day.
Bridesmaids wore baby pink, the house party was dressed in shades of blue, and blue-and-white linens grounded the reception space. The result was a design that felt elevated, playful, and timeless: beautiful The Arlo wedding inspo for couples planning a summer celebration.
Florals That Set the Tone
After sharing her color vision, Summer gave her florist full creative freedom and it paid off in a big way. Guests couldn’t stop talking about the florals, from the ceremony altar to the reception details.
The layered colors and textures felt vibrant without overwhelming the clean lines of The Arlo, creating a perfect balance between bold florals and modern architecture.
Music, Community, and Meaningful Moments
The evening began with old country and classic Italian music, easing guests onto the dance floor. As the night went on, the energy built into a full celebration.
One of the most memorable moments came near the end of the night when “Love Story” by Taylor Swift played and guests surrounded Summer and Carter as they danced. It was joyful, nostalgic, and full of emotion — the kind of moment we love documenting as an Austin wedding photographer.
They closed the night with a private last dance to “Perfect,” just the two of them, soaking it all in.
A Wedding We’ll Always Remember
Summer and Carter’s wedding was equal parts elegant and playful, sentimental and fun — everything a summer wedding at The Arlo should be.
If you’re planning your own celebration and searching for The Arlo wedding inspo or an Arlo wedding photographer, this day is a beautiful example of how timeless design and genuine connection come together effortlessly.
VENDOR TEAM:
Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Arlo
Wedding Planner & Coordinator: Pearl Events | Brittney Dolan
Florist: Jo.An Floral Design
Hair & Makeup: Adore Makeup Boutique + Salon
Videographer: Reverent Wedding Films
DJ / Entertainment: Greenbelt DJ Productions
Catering: Vestals Catering
Cake: The Kitchen ELF
Ceremony Musicians: Terra Vista Strings
Bride’s Dress: Made With Love Bridal, purchased at Blue Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: Revelry
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Lacey + Lee Photography is a wife-husband photography team based in Austin, Texas who specialize in creating joyful, romantic and elegant wedding, engagement and elopement photography. Within the Austin Area they serve South Congress, East 6th, South Lamar, The Seaholm District, Mueller, Dripping Springs, Kyle, Hutto, Georgetown, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, and Bastrop. They also serve San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Waco, Dallas, Houston, and any State or National Park you get to by plane, train or automobile. They are available for destination weddings, proposals, elopements and micro weddings.
