Purple is definitely the in color this year, but it has such dramatic pop that it just makes me adore it that much more. The reception room at Stonegate Mansion is white so the impact of the purple is just breathtaking, especially in the evening.

We began Valery & Matt’s reception with toasts from the wedding party. The groomsmen were particularly eloquent and amusing. You can definitely tell that Valery was openly welcomed by Matt’s friends and that she has a very wonderful personality that makes her so exceptionally lovable.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery’s dad enjoying the toasts.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery’s sister and bridemaid also had particularly lovely speech. They just adore Matt.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt’s first dance, was tender.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

But grandpa really got the room crying.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

I saw grandma out of the corner of my eye and I approached quietly.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

This moment is so special that I can’t stop looking at it.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Matt & his mother.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

You know what time it is – cake cutting!

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

I rarely stick around for this part, but it was exciting to watch.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

DJ William Ryan rocking the dance floor.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

So close …

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

But yet not the winner.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Matt really got into the garter toss.

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

So I wonder if he’s trying to catch it tightly or bat it away?

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Sparklers!

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

Valery & Matt's Reception at Stonegate Mansion, Fort Worth

The fabulous vendors.

ceremony & reception : Stonegate Mansion

hair & makeup :  Brittany Tedder, Lemongrass Salon

cake : The Cake Guys, Chad Fitzgerald

dress : Demetrios

dj : It’s Your Night Entertainment, William Ryan

catering : All in Good Taste Catering, Sharon Hardy

flowers : Willow Creations, Virginia Glover