The 1st “Trash the Dress” @ Villa de Vistas
It brings me great joy to announce, that Beyond the Big Day, played a small part in coordinating THE FIRST and one of THE MOST AMAZING “Trash the Dress” productions on Tuesday at Villa de Vistas private resort in Lakeway, Texas. Our team “worked it out!”
Let me tell you how this all came about…
The wheels started turning on Sunday, November 7th after we wrapped up the photo/video production for Krystal Jaimes and Sean Pow’s wedding (Stay tuned for that one). I said to the team, “I would really LOVE to plan a ‘Trash the Dress’ production at Villa de Vistas. I would LOVE to see a bride go down their slide in her wedding dress.” Almost IMMEDIATELY a soft sweet little voice said, “I’ll do it!” That was the voice of Kristy Wooten, the lead videographer’s assistant and wife. He (Joe) almost IMMEDIATELY chimmed in “I’ll do it too”! And we (me and the photographer – Keri Kilgore with K. Kilgore Photography) took a gasp of air and belted out “YOU WILL”? and the rest is history.
It all began at the lovely Lakeway home of Donna O’Klock, color expert for bo salon. On very short notice, Donna graciously opened her private residence to us, to allow me and my team (bride, groom, hair stylist, make-up artist, and videographer) to get a jump start on hair and makeup while we waited to gain access to Villa de Vistas. – We had NO time to loose.
Here are some photos that Donna took for us.
Joseph Wooten (Groom) and me - working very hard! He! He!
Emily Brown (Glamartist) Kristy Wooten (Bride) and Rhonda Arms (Stylist w/Salon Beso)
Look at what Donna had to say about my team: “You assembled a very nice, and very competent, team – anyone would be happy to have them at their event!”
So after we finished hair and make-up, we quickly made our way to Villa de Vistas – and there we found two photographers (Keri Kilgore with K. Kilgore Photography and Erica Payne with EP Photography anxiously awaiting our arrival so they could get this party started!
So…. drum roll…. this is what you have all been waiting for….
Are they newly weds? NO 10th Anniversary just around the corner.
Oooohhh they're getting closer to the water.
Look at this daring duo!
Here goes... No Turning Back Now!
They survived! How sweet!
What did he say?...
Weeeee! Once wasn't enough for Joe!
How Beautiful! by Amy Pratt with Flowers by Nancy, too!
Wait there is more!!! We had a 2nd shooter – Erica Payne w/EP Photography.
There they go....
Still kissing....
Oh my...how romantic is that?
Next Cover for Sports Illustrated - Wedding Edition!
And this is how we do it… Beyond the Big Day, style – That’s a wrap!
So tell me what you think…insert your comments below.
24 Comments
Sibriena Ashley
November 18th, 2010
STUNNING!!! Gorgeous dress, gorgeous “bride”…and however did you find that GORGEOUS location?!?! 
This was a great idea – I love the second-to-last photo. What a memorable way to commemorate their 10th, too!
Dernise Hill
November 18th, 2010
Very impressive,I loved the layout, the pictures should catch someones eyes. I would submit this to Ophrah, to various magazines. Who knows, what type of response you might get.
Dernise
Desiree Williams
November 19th, 2010
Valarie,
You have some very orginal ideas. This could catch on. I hope you are prepared to designate to reliable people. This could difinetely go beyond what a regular pioneer can handle. It was beautiful and very well done. I would certainly recommed you.
Desiree
Nikki
November 19th, 2010
AMAZING!!! I think I might be down for one if you want to do another and we can work out the “details” 
I have a dress I tried to sell but couldn’t.
Nikki S
Chris
November 19th, 2010
Valerie
Loved your idea. This was great i would love to have you do a 25th wedding reception for me. In the future
I don’t know, may be a little prejudiced, but I thought that couple looked amazing! The young woman seems kind and considerate, someone who would take good care of her aging in-laws… and the young man seems to remind me of someone???
Brian W
Kim Huffman
November 19th, 2010
Wow, this event looks like it was a blast and Kristi and Joe look amazing.
Those pictures will be cherished for a lifetime and the memories forever, thanks to you.
Once again, Great job Valerie!!
I absolutely loved shooting this session. Thanks soo much for the invite! I’m soo glad I got to be apart of this and the previous event. I couldn’t wait to post the rest of the photos on my blog! Your events are FABULOUS!!! Keep up the good work!
CJ
November 19th, 2010
THis was an absolute fantastic photo shoot! What a great idea VW Keep up the great work!
Roxana Urruchua
November 19th, 2010
Dear Valerie.
You really go beyond by this amazing idea!!
I hope someday i can celebrate my anniversary too!! Wear a beautiful gown like the bride, the pictures are beautiful i like the one where they are kissing at the pool..Romantic!!!
Karen Januski
November 19th, 2010
Valerie,
I love this! I sent your link to a bunch of people. What a great idea!
I love it Valerie! What fun. The location is beautiful. I love that this couple is having fun and keeping it real after 10 years. Thank you for sharing this beautiful time with us.
Michael Archuleta
November 20th, 2010
Valerie, the photos are just fantastic! What a great idea you had.
D Mowery
November 20th, 2010
How Cool! What a romantic and fun way to celebrate your wedding or anniversary. I love the picture toward the end where they both are coming off the slide together. They were really catching some speed! It really captures the thrill of the moment. What romantic and fun memories. Kristy and Joe look amazing too.
Scott Mowery
November 20th, 2010
I didn’t know Joe had such hairy legs!
Lisa Red
November 21st, 2010
Beautiful pictures of a beautiful couple. ;o
Claudia
November 22nd, 2010
Elegance,fascination and fun; what a collaboration! I gasped at the photography as well, exquisite.
The what if’s – hmmmm…
I loved the Trash the Dress production! What a unique idea, sure to capture the attention of future brides and grooms. The photos were breathtaking! “Almost” has me thinking about putting my gown back on and … well, “almost.”
Paulette
November 22nd, 2010
Wow! That was amazing. Great photos. Great “out of the box” thinking VW. The best is yet to come!
Matthew Gonzales
November 22nd, 2010
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!! What a fun couple! Great Thinking!
Jodette and Dave Driskell
November 23rd, 2010
Only wish we could have been there!! Maybe next time.
Corey & Braely Amundsen
November 24th, 2010
Amazing! What a great way to celebrate 10 years of marriage! Those pictures show what a fun and wonderful couple Joe & Kristy are. We love you guys!
Lori Martin
November 24th, 2010
That is a great idea. I still have my dress and Wes would love me to trash it and have more closet space. The location looks beautiful.
Lori
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