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A Vintage Winter Wedding in Beaumont, TX

The Bride Blaire Brown, 27, a certified public accountant for Hilcorp Ventures The Groom Dave Ritz, 28, a CPA and manager at Melton & Melton LLP The D

The Bride Blaire Brown, 27, a certified public accountant for Hilcorp Ventures The Groom Dave Ritz, 28, a CPA and manager at Melton & Melton LLP The Date January 7 Blaire and Dave made two decisions early on in their planning process that led to their overall vision. First, they chose a ritzy 1920s-era estate as their reception venue. And second, they knew they wanted to ride in a Model A classic car. From there, other vintage details (plus a fun Monopoly theme as a nod to each of their careers) came together to create an upscale, old-world affair.

Gold Monopoly tokens put a playful spin on the otherwise classic cards.
Dave’s white-tie attire and Blaire’s traditional veil gave the pair an elegantly formal look.
Low pedestal bowls filled with white flowers took on a regal vibe.
To suit the winter wedding date, Blaire chose floor-length champagne-colored dresses for her bridesmaids.
Ceremony Pew Decor
Blaire’s house party passed out the monogrammed programs, which were finished with a taupe bow.
To complete the Monopoly motif, Dave’s cake looked like a “Ritzopoly” game.
Blaire and Dave left the reception in a shower of lavender seeds.
Blaire and Dave traveled to the reception in a classic Ford Model A—a fun way to carry out their antique style.
White peep toe heels with crystal detailing added a touch of sparkle to Blaire’s otherwise simple look.
Bronze chargers and gilded flatware left no doubt about the antique inspiration. The menus were designed to playfully resemble Monopoly cards.
The color palette of champagne and gold echoed Phelan Mansion’s cream and brick interior.
The cake’s fondant was sculpted to look like the ruffles and gathering on Blaire’s wedding dress.
Traditional White Invitation
Lanterns lined the aisle during Blaire and Dave’s candlelit evening ceremony.