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Weddings at The Peach Orchard

Team Polished — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 01:37:45 +0000

Okay miss bride-to-be, if you’re thinking about getting married at The Peach Orchard… do it. Seriously. We’ve had the chance to get our glam on at this venue several times now, and every single time it’s pure magic. From the big open spaces to the gorgeous natural light—it’s just chef’s kiss perfect for a wedding day.

One of my favorite parts? The bridal suite. Girl, it’s not just cute—it’s functional. We’re talking full-length mirrors, tons of space to spread out, a hair washing station (yes, really), and actual room for a full bridal party to get ready without stepping on each other’s dresses. You don’t even have to leave the venue to get ready. It’s a total win all around.

Glam Time in the Dreamy Bridal Suite

Let’s start with the getting ready space, because it’s a major moment. With so much natural light and elegant white walls, everything feels clean, peaceful, and perfect for those first photos of the day.

We’ve glammed up quite a few brides and bridal parties here, and it always feels like we’re in our own little glam bubble of calm. The shampoo bowl in the bridal suite – which honestly I haven’t seen in any other venue – is such a win! So, I have to say, thank you for that! You don’t know how important that little detail is until you need it!

Oh and the multiple cozy beauty chairs in front of their own table and vanity with a pop up plug? UGH! Dreamy is an understatement! Getting ready here is such a treat!

Classic, Romantic Bridal Looks for a Fairytale spot

The Peach Orchard’s chapel and gardens give straight-up fairy tale vibes, so we love playing up soft, timeless glam that fits the romantic feel of the venue. Whether it’s a classic low bun or glowing, skin-focused makeup, it all looks extra stunning when paired with that dreamy backdrop.

No Filters Needed—The Lighting is That Good

We’re not exaggerating when we say the lighting in the bridal suite is a makeup artist’s dream. The soft, even natural light inside the getting ready area and chapel makes everyone’s skin look glowy and flawless—without needing to touch up every five minutes or rely on filters. Because girl… you’re going to look like a real life filter!

It’s one of the reasons your makeup photographs so beautifully here. When your glam is done right and the light hits just right? You get those wow photos you’ll want to frame everywhere.

Bridal Party Beauty Goals

Getting ready with your crew should feel like the pre-party—and The Peach Orchard makes it so easy to glam a whole bridal party without the chaos. With plenty of space to spread out, multiple mirrors, and dreamy lighting, we’re able to set up several artists and keep everything moving smoothly.

We’ve glammed everything from tiny parties of two to full squads of six here, and no matter the size, the vibe is always relaxed and fun. Think music playing, mimosas flowing, and everyone feeling fabulous before it’s even time to walk down the aisle.

If you’re planning on getting your girls glammed up with you, this venue makes the getting ready experience a total dream.

No Stress, Just “OMG I Love It” Moments

There’s something so powerful about walking into your wedding day already knowing you’re going to look amazing. That’s why we’re big believers in the bridal trial—it takes all the stress and guesswork off your plate. By the time we show up to the venue, your dream look is already dialed in and ready to go.

So instead of making last-minute decisions, you’re sipping mimosas, soaking up the vibes, and having a total main character moment in that dreamy bridal suite. It’s your time to relax, feel confident, and enjoy every second while we work our glam magic.

Real Brides, Real Looks: Beauty That Feels Like You

Forget the trends—this is your moment, and your look should scream you. Whether you’re all about that natural, glowy skin or you want a full glam slay with lashes for days, we’re here to make it happen.

We’ve glammed up brides who love soft and subtle just as much as the ones who want a little drama (or a lot). Think fluttery lashes, radiant skin, the perfect nude lip—or maybe a bold one if that’s your thing. The goal? You looking in the mirror and going, “YES. That’s the one.”

So Many Looks, One Gorgeous Setting

From classic bridal buns to fresh-faced dewy glam, we’ve created a range of looks at this dreamy venue that match each bride’s style. It’s one of those rare venues that complements every kind of bridal beauty—and we love being a part of that transformation.

If you’re a bride thinking about The Peach Orchard for your big day and want to feel confident, relaxed, and camera-ready from the very start—we’d love to be your glam team.

Ready to book your trial or ask us some questions about getting ready at this venue?

WEDDING VENDOR CREDITS

Polished Makeup & Hair

Wedding Venue: The Peach Orchard

Featured Wedding Photographers:

The Bledsoes Photography
Reed Gallagher Photography
Evermore by Kay Photography
Erica Bonorden Photography

Featured Wedding Planners:

Irresistable Events
Every Step Planning
Elegantly Etched Events

Featured Wedding Florist:

Blush Floral Co
Amanda Bee Floral
Rose and Rae Design

Bar 1901

Wedding Rentals:

All The Pretty Things
YBP Houston

Wedding Dresses:

Brickhouse Bridal
Evangeline Bridal

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A Reception Look That Sizzles

Team Polished — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:23:00 +0000

Hold onto your seats, lovelies! We’re diving into the wedding reception, and trust us, it’s a whole new level of glam. Brace yourselves for a vogue-worthy journey into textured creams, luxurious beads, crystals, and feathers that’ll have you swooning.

The Lehenga Magic

Out with the old, and in with the new – for the reception, our bride slays in a textured cream lehenga that’s basically a fashion editorial waiting to happen. Heavy, fabulous, and downright extra – it’s the kind of lehenga dreams are made of.

Reception Makeup Look

We turned up the heat with eyeshadows that redefine sultry, paired with an intense liner – the kind that makes her eyes the main event. But that’s not the end of our bold journey. A dash of deeper blush, a luscious red lip, and voilà – bold, beautiful, and unequivocally fabulous. The vibe? Think sexy, think modern, think reception goals.

Hair Enchantment

The curtain rises on a hair transformation that’s straight out of a fairytale. Those once cascading curls take a detour to a romantic wispy updo, adding an air of whimsy fit for a fairytale bride. But what’s a fairytale without a touch of magic? Cue the tikka, harmonizing effortlessly with her sparkly necklace, because in this story, the bride doesn’t just sparkle; she dazzles.

Our bride was the epitome of grace and beauty.

The textured cream lehenga, the bold makeup, the fairytale updo – it wasn’t just about aesthetics. It was about how these elements came together to create a look that made her feel like absolute royalty. Every step, every twirl, she carried herself with the confidence of a queen, and that, my friends, is the real magic of a bridal makeover done right.

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Vendors

Photo/Video: Deepicka Mehta Photography
Hair & Makeup: Polished Makeup & Hair
Bridal Bouquet: Flowers Deluxe Houston
Bridal Gown: Panache by Sharmeen
Bridal Jewelry: Highness Collection
Venue: Balmoral Lagoon
Henna: Heavenly Henna by Fiza
Couple Sruthi Kamprath & Harroop Mand

South Asian Bridal Shoot in Paradise

Team Polished — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:25:00 +0000

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The Makeup Look

Alright, let’s spill the tea on our bride’s makeup – a mix of earthy browns and neutrals to make those features pop. And, can we talk about that dark nude glossy lip? Such a vibe!

Our airbrush makeup is what’s giving her that radiant glow, and let’s not forget those lush lashes. She is radiating beauty in the sun!

A Timeless Bridal Hairstyle

We went with a down and gloriously curly, a timeless yet modern choice that complements her enchanting lehenga.

Our beautiful bride and groom are ready for their fairytale wedding ceremony moment.

Can you see yourself getting married in this tropical destination?

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Vendors

A Romantic Vow Renewal at Pine Forest Country Club in Houston, TX

Team Polished — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:28:00 +0000

OMG, I can’t wait to tell you all about the amazing hair and makeup looks we created for the vow renewal photo session at Pine Forest Country Club!

Our beauty team specializes in providing luxurious hair and airbrush makeup services that will leave you feeling like a total babe. Whether you choose to get ready at our studio or on location, we want to make sure you look and feel like the best version of yourself no matter where you are.

We take the time to really get to know you and your personal style. Whether you’re into a classic look or something more modern, we’ve got you covered.

Ok, let’s get into this deluxe vow renewal!

The bride was feeling the glam vibes and wanted to show off her highlights, so we gave her some fabulous glamour waves. We even pulled a little bit of hair back on one side to really show off that gorgeous face of hers. If you’re looking to feel like a glam goddess, these waves are a must-try!

For her makeup, we went for a soft and romantic look that made her eyes pop. We stuck with browns and earth tones for her eyes, added a soft blush and a natural nude-pink matte lip color. Matte lip colors are our favorite for those days you know your going to be kissing your loved one.

The bridal suite at Pine Forest Country Club is like a dream come true for us! It’s spacious, has huge mirrors, and lots of great lighting, the perfect place for getting ready.

The bride and her sister were thrilled with their hair and makeup looks, it was a wonderful feeling to see them both looking and feeling their best! If you love feeling fabulous, polished and pampered, you know we are the team for you!

Let’s chat about these flowers! They’re giving us all the heart eyes. Blues and whites were the main players, with Hydrangeas, roses, and greenery taking center stage. The scene was just so dang lovely!

Our team was beyond excited to be a part of this gorgeous vow renewal at Pine Forest Country Club. Getting to make the bride and her sis feel like total babes for their special moment was seriously the best! If you’re in need of a romantic and beautiful spot for your vow renewal, Pine Forest Country Club is the way to go.

Team Polished is all about making sure you have the best day ever and that starts with feeling confident and beautiful. So sit back, relax, and let us take care of the rest! Now sit back and enjoy these marvelous photos from their vow renewal.

Credits

Magazine: Weddings in Houston

Venue: Pineforest Country Club ⁠

Photography: Naheeda Spencer Photography ⁠

Planning & Design: Mari and Jess Designs ⁠

Floral Design: Pom Pom Florists ⁠

HAMU: Polished Makeup and Hair ⁠

Paper Suite & Signage: Wild Wolf Creative Co ⁠

Linens/Rentals: Decor by Dulce ⁠

Cake: The Chocolate Llama ⁠

Fine Jewelry: Privosa ⁠

Gowns: Belleame Bridal Houston ⁠

Videography: Oryan Photo & Video⁠

Live Painter: Rendered Moments ⁠

Dance Floor: Double Oak Events

2023 Wedding Hair Trends: The Hottest Styles for the Modern Bride

Team Polished — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:18:00 +0000

A new year means new and exciting wedding trends to look forward to! As a bride-to-be, it’s essential to keep up with the latest styles and make sure you’re looking and feeling your absolute best on your big day. And what better place to start than with your hair and makeup?

We have all the insider information on the most sought-after hairstyles for 2023, so you can be sure you’re on trend and looking absolutely stunning for all of your wedding events.

Let’s start with the epitome of timeless elegance – the classic updo.

This hairstyle is a true gem, and perfect for any type of wedding celebration, be it a grand ballroom affair or a more intimate outdoor ceremony.

A low bun or chic chignon is a top choice among brides, and can be effortlessly elevated with a stunning hair accessory or kept simple for a touch of sparkle.

Next up, the half-up, half-down style. This look is perfect for brides who want to show off their beautiful locks while still keeping their hair out of their face. A half-up, half-down style is a great option for shoulder length hair and longer and can be customized in a million different beautiful ways!

Hair accessory or no hair accessory, it will still look beautiful!

Wearing a veil? It will look fabulous!

The half-up hairstyle is so versatile, we love it!

Let’s talk about the eternally charming trend of braids for 2023.

They’re simply a favorite of ours and a must-consider for any bride-to-be. Whether you opt for a simple braid or a more intricate design, braids add a touch of romance and bohemian beauty to your bridal look.

French braids, fishtail braids, and Dutch braids are all popular choices, each giving a unique twist to your hairstyle. A braid can be the star of your hairstyle or a lovely accent to a half-up, half-down do.

The options are truly endless, making braids a versatile and beautiful choice for your big day.

We also have the sleek ponytail, perfect for those outdoor Texas weddings! This style is a go-to for brides who want a modern and minimalist look without the annoying feeling of your hair sticking to your neck from the humidity. Add a hair accessory or keep it simple, either way, it’s going to look gorgeous!

This style is perfect for brides with medium to long hair, we can also add extensions to add length and volume.

Are you considering glamour waves or Hollywood waves for your big day?! These styles are simply divine, with a timeless elegance that will make you feel like a true Hollywood star.

Glamour waves are soft, romantic curls that add a touch of glamour to your look, while Hollywood waves are sleek and sophisticated, ideal for brides seeking a more classic style.

The best part?

Both of these hairstyles can be dressed up with things like hair pins or a veil, to complete the look.

Trust me, opting for glamour waves or Hollywood waves will have you feeling like a radiant and confident bride when you walk down the aisle.

Glamour and Hollywood waves sometimes take longer to style, so be sure to let your stylist know ahead of time if you’re wanting this hairstyle.

No matter which hairstyle you choose, the most important thing is that you feel confident and beautiful on your big day.

If you’re unsure about which style would suit you best, we recommend consulting with one of our professional hair stylists who can help you design the perfect look for your special day.

With these popular hairstyles, you can be sure that you’ll be looking your best and having the time of your life.

Happy planning and congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

Modern Vintage Wedding

Team Polished — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:26:00 +0000

The Oak Atelier has all the natural light you could want for a beautiful day-time micro wedding.

It poured rain on the day of our photo shoot, but that didn’t stop us from getting some gorgeous bridal photos.

Vintage Bridal Hair

We had to show off our bride’s beautiful off-the-shoulder dress, so we went with a romantic updo with lots of wispy pieces and tendrils.

The floral hair accessory made by Tin Cup Flower Co was just what we needed to add a unique touch and to secure the veil into the hair.

Natural Skin-Like Makeup

Megan has gorgeous freckles we couldn’t wait for her to show off at the alter. The makeup look was kept soft and natural paired with a mauve lip stain and a peachy blush.

Micro Wedding Recption

For the second half of this styled shoot, this charming set up is moved indoors for a reception dinner fit for a party of 8.

The mauve, yellow and peach tones are giving us romantic, whimsical feelings.

Credits

Photographer – Kelly Beatriz Photography
Hair & Makeup – Polished Makeup & Hair
Earrings – Emilia Rae Bridal
Florist – Tin Cup Flower CO
Dress – Belle Ame Bridal Houston
Planning and Design: Love Lee Experiences
Calligraphy – She Made It Like That
Cake – The Cake Fairy by Monica
Linens & Rental – Decor by Dulce
Lyrics on scroll – Your Milestone Music
Honey Jars: Hope and Honey TX
Venue: The Oak Atelier

Choosing Between an Updo or Down Hairstyle

Team Polished — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:06:00 +0000

Although choosing the right dress for an event is important, finding the right hairstyle to go with it can be challenging.

Whether the event in question is your wedding, prom, birthday, or something else entirely, there are some questions you should ask yourself before you choose your hairstyle.

What is the Neckline of Your Dress Like?

Take into consideration what you are wearing. The neckline of your dress can help you decide which hairstyle will work the best.

When it comes to strapless dresses, wearing your hair down or half up are great options.

As your shoulders and décolletage are exposed, wearing your hair down will add some movement and dimension to your outfit.

On the other hand, if your dress has a higher neckline an updo may be a better choice.

What is Your Personal Go-To Hairstyle?

Think about what you are comfortable wearing. Also, consider what you want to achieve at the event. If you want to wear something outside the box, do the hairstyle opposite of what you are wearing in your day-to-day life.

On the other hand, if you want to feel comfortable during the event going for your usual hairstyle, but elevated is a good choice. This principle especially applies to weddings, as you want to feel like yourself on your big day.

Consider External Factors

Although the first two questions are the most important, you should also take external factors such as weather into account.

If you expect it to be very hot and humid, an updo is going to be your best friend.

Also, think about the activities.

Is there going to be a lot of dancing?

Will you be walking a lot?

All of these elements should influence your final decision.

Finding the Right Hairstylist

The essential part of getting the hairstyle you want is booking a hairstylist you can trust. Polished is a team of experienced professionals who offer hair and makeup services for all kinds of events.

We are skilled in making the hair and makeup look stay all day long and look good on camera while fulfilling the wishes of our clients.

The Polished team has experience working for various events and photoshoots, which is why they are perfect to turn to.

Decide on whether you want to wear your hair up or down, and let us do our magic.

Credits

Photographer – Douglas Marquez
Hair & Makeup – Polished Makeup & Hair
Model: Valen Custer
Studio: theMUAproject

A Day to Night Look at Hotel Granduca

Team Polished — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:11:00 +0000

We took our bride’s hair and makeup from fresh to fabulous for this day-to-night styled shoot.

This shoot is perfect inspiration for brides that want to do 2 different hair and makeup looks on her wedding day.

Hotel Granduca was the perfect choice for an intimate moody wedding. The natural light and character of the building really added to the entire wedding aesthetic.

Want to know an awesome benefit of having your wedding at a hotel? Being able to go up to your room to change, switch up your look and freshen up!

Day Time Bridal Hair and makeup

For the day time wedding events, we decided to do a soft, blushing, fresh makeup look with effortless big waves.

The soft pinky-nude lip color ties in perfectly with our bride’s gorgeous earrings.

Adding nude eyeliner in the waterline was a great way to make her eyes look brighter and bigger.

Day Time Gathering

There is tons of natural light in the Granduca lunch room, great for picture taking and feeling the freshness of the daylight.

The lunch time set up was doused with blushes, pinks and rose gold table accents and florals.

Night Time

The sun is starting to go down, which means it’s time to take this bride’s hair and makeup up a notch.

We pulled her hair up into a classy pony, utilizing the curls we added for the events earlier in the day.

Ponytails are a great option if you don’t want your hair sticking to your neck, or if you just get annoyed having your hair down all day and night, it’s like that sometimes!

For makeup we added slightly bolder lashes, added a smokey liner and a bit of black & dark brown eyeshadow to make the eyes give off a more sultry and sexy vibe.

Our bride’s jewelry and flowers for the night were red so we had to go with a bold red lip!

Did I mention her 2nd dress for her wedding is a black dress? Ugh it’s to die for if you’re on the hunt for a non-traditional wedding dress.

This hair and makeup adjustment took about 30 minutes, then she got into her black dress and headed downstairs for the reception.

A Romantic Reception

Nothing says romantic like being surrounded by red roses, candles and your loved ones.

To end the night, the reception was set up into a more cozy room where there is more privacy and you have access to a lounging area, perfect for an intimate reception!

Credits

Photographer – DC Stanely Photography
Hair & Makeup – Polished Makeup & Hair
Jeweler: Shaftel Diamonds
Florist/Design: Mod Effect Events
Dresses: Modern Affinity
Published in: Weddings in Houston

Romantic Bridal Portraits

Team Polished — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 23:58:11 +0000

What's your bridal style?

This is for the romantic bride. The dreaminess, the softness of this hair and makeup look, we love it!

If you love nature, Forever 5 Events will totally speak to you. Not to mention, the bridal suite is absolutely lovely!

Super bright, spacey, and the décor is like a dream.

Simple Makeup

A soft makeup look was the perfect style for Jasmine.

We did a tad bit of brown on the eyes, smoked out brown eyeliner and added some natural false lashes.

You know airbrush makeup is our go-to for our brides, doesn’t her skin look flawless!

If you’re looking for a more classic bridal look, check out one of our other brides.

Bridal UPDO

Did you see the beautiful details of the back of her wedding dress?!

We had to show it off! Jasmine’s long hair was perfect for a detailed messy up-do.

Leaving a few strands out to frame the face and covering your ears all add to the romantic vibe.

Check out our feature on The Brides of Houston Blog.

Credits

Venue – Forever 5 Events
Floral – Cali and Bloom
Planning – R and J Events
Photo – Patti Darby
Rentals – Peerless Events and Tents
Dress – Evoke Bridal
Catering- Southern Caden Cecuisine
Stationery – Paper Tie Affair
Bar – Beyond Bartending
Arbor – Chair Covers n More
Hair and Makeup – Polished Makeup and Hair

All White Wedding – Bridal Hair and Makeup

Team Polished — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 10:38:00 +0000

What's your bridal style?

This styled bridal shoot was created as inspiration for the classic clean bride in mind.

This style will make you love your bridal portraits for years and years to come.

The Gin at Hidalgo Falls has beautiful character in it’s historic walls and massive windows providing the ultimate natural light.

The getting ready area is private and has the cutest décor! We loved the fun color scheme and spacious bridal suite, and when you step outside, there’s are no other buildings in site, in any direction.

You get a sense of calmness and peacefulness when you look around.

We loved doing Caroline’s bridal hair and makeup at this repurposed wedding venue, only about 60 miles outside Houston, TX.

Blushed Makeup

Our blushing brides get to experience the luxury of our airbrush makeup.

If you love a skin-like makeup look, our airbrush is best wedding makeup you can choose!

Eyeliner

Our focal point for Caroline’s makeup was her gorgeous eyes!

We wanted to make her blue eyes pop so I added brown neutral eyeshadows and used our favorite brown eyeliner pencil by Makeup by Mario to line the top and bottom of her eyes.

It’s nice and creamy so I used my brush to smoke out the liner a bit for some drama.

Bridal Hair

Simple, romantic, big, voluminous curls was the best wedding hair for Caroline’s simple white wedding theme.

Check out The Brides of Houston feature for more lovely wedding inspiration photos.

Credits

Venue – The Gin at Hidalgo Falls
Floral – Petal and Stem by Jen
Planning – Uniquely Set Events
Photo – Rachel Driskell
Calligraphy/Lettering – Olive Cedar Designs
Linens/Rentals/Dishware – Party Time Rentals
Dress – Coreenas Bridal
Cake – Moma Cakes
Hair and Makeup – Polished Makeup and hair
Ring – Ernst Jewelers

Hair Inspiration – Polished Makeup & Hair

Weddings at The Peach Orchard

Glam Time in the Dreamy Bridal Suite

Classic, Romantic Bridal Looks for a Fairytale spot

No Filters Needed—The Lighting is That Good

Bridal Party Beauty Goals

No Stress, Just “OMG I Love It” Moments

Real Brides, Real Looks: Beauty That Feels Like You

So Many Looks, One Gorgeous Setting

WEDDING VENDOR CREDITS

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What is Your Personal Go-To Hairstyle?

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Simple Makeup

Bridal UPDO

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