Austin Bridal Session - Waterfalls, Riverside, and Sunset Portraits for

Bridal Session along the Colorado River in the Texas Hill Country

Outdoor bride with a small twist in her hair poses for bridal session in the Texas Hill Country with green gates in a beaded gown.

Seeing 100s of bridal sessions over the years, Stephanies truly stands out as one of the Best Bridal Sessions of all time. Her beauty is an obvious reason for that, but more so, her bridal look was uniquely hers. Her gown, makeup, hair, bouquet, and complete bridal ensemble were not overly stand-out and certainly not “wild.” But together, her look was one of a kind and classic in a way that has stayed with us for years. If you are looking for outdoor bridal glam inspiration, then Stephanie’s bridal session at Shiraz Garden on the Colorado River is your Pinterest-worthy bridal inspiration!

The stitched pattern on her sleek gown created an immediately eye-catching dynamic look. The beads and stitches created a geometric shape and design on her wedding gown, giving her outdoor look the perfect touch of glittery and shape against the natural beauty of Shiraz Garden. A beaded gown for an outdoor wedding can be a delicate choice. Brides don’t want to lose the effortlessness of an outdoor wedding, but some want just enough beading for a dramatic look that compliments the day. Stephanies beaded geometric wedding dress did just that.

And the CAPE.

You can’t reminisce on this gorgeous session without remembering the reaction when she pulled out these sleeves that created the most amazing capped bridal look.

If you are considering a bridal cape, rather than a veil, this is your sign to go with your intuition! Your wedding style should be nothing less than what makes you happiest.

Golden hour bridal session in the Hill Country with a stunning boho bride captured by Main Squeeze Photography.
Bridal session at Shiraz Garden with October bride being captured by Main Squeeze Photography.
Artistic bridal session in the Hill Country at Shiraz Garden with chic industrial backdrop along the river.

The silhouette of this beaded gown was stunning against the backdrop of the Hidden Staircase. Something about the lines on the gown perfectly complimented the lines of the staircase and the water flow to create stunning images here. The Hidden Staircase is a must-have photo spot for weddings, and photo shoots at Shiraz Garden. We do host brides getting married at other venues for their Bridal Portraits only here at Shiraz Garden — you can see our Hill Country Bridal Session info here.

epic forest scapes and vies for hill country bridal session

Stephanie took full advantage of Shiraz Gardens’ forested areas, the River Amphitear, Mohana Outlook, Sunset Vista, and more. By choosing a Shiraz Garden Recommended Photograph Team — Main Squeeze Photography — she was able to let loose and spend a gorgeous evening soaking in her bridal look and getting to know her photographers. Plus, she could take her time and not rush through the small spaces. Like taking a moment to fully get the gorgeous photos in from the antique gates at the Formal Garden, which most brides miss!

Iconic bridal look with beaded gown and greecian tones at shiraz garden in Austin, tx.
Dramatic bridal portrait in the Hill Country with an epic view behind and iconic bridal style for Brides of Austin at Shiraz Garden.
Aggie bride with maroon bouquet and sleek Grecian bridal gown.

BOHO BRIDE WITH CLASSIC BRIDAL BOUQUET OF DEEP PURPLE DETAIL AND WHITES

The deeper colors in her bouquet against the light and whites of her flowers created an elegant bridal bouquet. Something about the deeper purple running through that elevated her look to a classic, iconic style. A bridal bouquet can do that in so many ways. Your flowers and the structure of our bridal bouquet are major elements to completing your bridal look. A loose or wild-bunk style bouquet will echo your “wild and free” personality, as much as a compact and rounded bouquet will nod to your love for classic or modern design.

Deep purple ranunculus with whites and greens bridal bouquet for a boho chic bridal look at Shiraz Garden.

TOP REASONS TO HAVE YOUR BRIDAL OR ENGAGEMENT SESSION AT YOUR VENUE

Having your bridal session at Shiraz Garden allows you to be at the venue with your photographer. This adds huge value to your wedding day! Our Recommended Photographers (here) have access to Shiraz Gardens for you to come out for Bridals or Engagement without a site fee. The joy of bridals or engagements at Shiraz includes:

  • build your personal relationship with your photograph(s) - this is so important and makes the wedding day so much more memorable and fun when you feel like your photographer is your friend

  • spend time at Shiraz building more memories here - this adds another layer of fun and memories to the special place you are going to say your vows

  • getting familiar with all the secret spots - coming to Shiraz with your photographer, just yall, means you can explore and scout out a few small and secrete spots you want photos on your wedding day!

  • get those river photos! - some couples really love the river and want engagement or bridal photos by the Colorado River because this gives them the freedom to not worry about getting dirty on their wedding day getting down to the water.


Pear shaped engagement ring for boho bride photo smiling.
Details photo of pear shaped engagement ring for Brides of Austin.
Bride poses with antique green gates at Shiraz Garden central Texas wedding venue with a stunning gown and bridal bouquet.
Bride at Shiraz Garden laughing as she takes her bridal portraits in the Formal Garden at golden hour.
Bride taking bridal portraits with Main Squeeze Photography at Shiraz Garden ouside of Austin. She is holding her hair back and holding a bouquet in the other hand.

VENDOR TEAM + All Shiraz Garden Recommended Vendors

Main Squeeze Photography

Events by Leslie

Shiraz Garden in October

Makeup by Adrienne and Team

Lavender and Lily Floral

Stephanie’s wedding was the last week in October, and if you loved her Bridal Session here, you will fall madly in love with her

Boho-Chic Wedding at Shiraz Garden.

Read all about this Aggie’s love story and how their stunning outdoor wedding came together at Shiraz.

Unique concrete industrial backdrop for Austin bridal session at Shiraz Garden on the Colorado River.
Hill country wedding venue with epic views at golden hour for a bridal session with an aggie bride.
Naseem Khonsari