Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Rustic, Romantic Outdoor Wedding in Texas By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: The Nichols 01 of 15 Heather and Tibaut The Nichols Everything is bigger in Texas, including the love stories. And for Lone Star State natives Heather Winn and Tibaut Bowman, the tale was written in the stars. A few years after meeting at a rooftop party in Brooklyn, New York, where they both now live, Tibaut proposed on a vacation in the West Indies. On April 13, 2013, they returned to their home state and tied the knot in front of 400 family members and friends. 02 of 15 Starry Save-the-Dates The Nichols Save-the-dates featured constellations of the duo's zodiac signs, Sagittarius and Gemini. 03 of 15 Bridal Style The Nichols Heather wore a beaded, kimono-style top from a Paris thrift store over a dress of her own design. Her romantic bouquet from The Nouveau Romantics included lavender, lilacs, sweet peas, clematis, and ranunculus. 04 of 15 The Groom's Extra Touch The Nichols Tibaut's mother embroidered monogrammed pocket squares for him and his groomsmen. 05 of 15 The Bridal Party The Nichols The 16 'maids chose dresses in black, navy, or pink and carried lilacs, sweet peas, and ranunculus. 06 of 15 Amazing Archway The Nichols The pair said "I do" under a handmade arch of more than 1,500 blooming cherry and pear branches. 07 of 15 Cocktail-Hour Tunes The Nichols The Americana Ensemble, a local bluegrass group, made the outdoor cocktail hour lively. 08 of 15 Personalized Sips The Nichols The couple offered multiple custom drink options for guests. 09 of 15 A Rustic Welcome The Nichols Hand-stamped escort cards were pinned to a wooden fence with brass tacks. 10 of 15 The Lounge The Nichols Antique sofas, chairs, trunks, and whiskey barrels from Loot Vintage Rentals, in Austin, created intimate gathering spots for guests. 11 of 15 Hot Wheels The Nichols One of the bride's family friends pulled up to the party in a vintage Chevrolet. 12 of 15 The Dining Room The Nichols Open-weave runners, white candles, and wildflowers in terra cotta pots dressed up farm tables. 13 of 15 Cakes Aplenty The Nichols In addition to the groom's cake, the couple served three fondant-covered cakes from Coco Paloma Desserts. 14 of 15 Overnight Accomodations The Nichols The wedding party and their dates slept in furnished canvas tents from the California-based company Shelter-Co. "We wanted it to feel like a music festival," says Heather. 15 of 15 Sources The Nichols Event planning, design, stationery, and flowers: The Nouveau RomanticsCatering: Kurant EventsPhotography: The NicholsVideography: Shark PigCalligraphy: Magpie Paper WorksCakes: Coco Paloma DessertsMusic: The Americana Ensemble (ceremony and cocktails); The Motts (reception)Maid and matron of honor dresses: Rebecca TaylorGroom's suit: Brooklyn Tailors Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit