La Bonne Vie Ranch

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story began when we both swiped right on Bumble. From our first date at Culinary Dropout in the Domain, there was an immediate connection. What began as a simple meeting quickly grew into a meaningful relationship, as we spent time together often, enjoying thoughtful conversations and the ease we found in one another’s company.As our relationship developed, we came to appreciate the qualities that make our partnership so special. Russell’s genuine care and unwavering thoughtfulness, along with his talent in the kitchen, are qualities deeply cherished. Russell values Emilie’s easygoing nature, and together they have built a relationship grounded in mutual respect, balance, and support.Russell proposed during a weekend getaway in Kerrville, Texas, in the backyard of an Airbnb he had carefully planned for the two of them. Emilie was completely surprised, and the moment was made even more meaningful knowing that Russell had chosen the ring himself, with only their parents aware of his plans.They are most excited to continue their lives together and look forward to celebrating this next chapter surrounded by the love and support of family and friends.

Our Love Story

Photos

BridesmaidsAvery Rubeck- Matron of HonorKatie Snyder- Maid of HonorHannah BarringtonAshlyn ChavezEmily CohenCarley HankinsHannah ValiguraLucy Welch GroomsmenRoyce Barrington- BestmanBo BlackWill DorrisFiske HanleyWill MansfieldAndrew McDonaldConnor SnowWeston Tranckino Flower GirlsIsla GardnerSerena GardnerSummer GardnerViolet Gardner Something Blue'sMorgan GardnerSamantha Gardner OfficiantsZackary GardnerKyle Gardner

Wedding Party

How should I RSVP?Please RSVP on this website on the RSVP tab. When should I RSVP by?Please RSVP by Saturday, August 29th. What do I do if I can't make it?We will miss you! Please RSVP "Decline." If you have RSVP'd attending but later find that you can no longer make it, please notify us as soon as possible. What happens if I don't RSVP in time?Unfortunately, we are unable to accept any late RSVPS because we have to provide total guest counts to our vendors in a timely manner. Due to this, if you do not RSVP by Saturday, August 29th, we must mark you as "Declined." We hope that you understand! Can I bring a plus one?Due to the size of our guest list, we cannot accommodate any extra guests. If you received a plus one, it would appear when you RSVP. Can we bring our children?We decided to keep our ceremony and reception an adult-only event (the only exceptions are family members). We hope you understand. Where are the wedding ceremony and reception?The wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will be held at La Bonne Vie Ranch located at 1827 Pfiester Road, Fredericksburg, Tx 78624. Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?The ceremony and cocktail hour will be outdoors but will be under a covered area. The reception will be held indoors. What time should I arrive to the wedding?The ceremony will start promptly at 4:30 p.m. Please plan to arrive by 4:00 p.m. to ensure you get your seat in time for the ceremony. Guests who arrive after the ceremony starts will be asked to wait until the cocktail hour to join the celebration. What time does the wedding end?Our sendoff is at 10:30 p.m. Is there a dress code?We encourage all of our guests to use our wedding as an opportunity to dress up! We are requesting cocktail attire (semi-formal) for our wedding. We ask that our guests avoid wearing white or any shade of white. What color is the bridal party wearing?The bridesmaids will be wearing navy. The groomsmen will be wearing dark gray suits. Can I take pictures?In order for our guests to be fully present with us during one of the most special moments of our lives, we are having an "Unplugged" Ceremony. We have professional photographers who will capture those special moments and do not want for any phones to block their views. We will share our photos with you afterwards. After the ceremony we would love for you to capture our special day and encourage you to snap away and share your photos/videos with us! Will there be food served?Yes, during cocktail hour we will have a selection of delicious hor d'oeuvres. Dinner will be served following the cocktail hour. Will there be an open bar?Drinks are on us! Please drink responsibly and preplan your safe ride home. Is there available parking?The venue has plenty of free parking for everyone! Is there transportation provided to and from the wedding?TBD Is there anywhere local we can stay?There are a lot of hotels around the Fredericksburg area! Please check out our "Travel" section for a couple of options. There are also lots of Airbnb options. Where can I find your wedding registry?Please check out our Registry tab. Who should we contact if we have any questions?If your question is not answered in this Q&amp;A section, please contact the bride or groom.

Q + A

Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott - Fredericksburg Marriott Bonvoy hotel513 Friendship Ln., Fredericksburg, TX830-955-8070<a href="http://www.marriott.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.marriott.com</a>10/1/2026- 10/5/2026$289-$2998.5 miles from venue Call to book reservation under Gardner/Vanecek wedding block. Select room type and dates directly with hotel desk. May also reserve rooms online at various rates, outside of block. Block rate reservation deadline 8/17/2026. Hangar Hotel – at Gillespie County airport155 Airport Rd. Fredericksburg, TX830-997-9990reservations@hangarhotel.com<a href="http://www.hangarhotel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.hangarhotel.com</a>9/30/2026 – 10/4/2026$2196.9 miles from venue No children under 18 yrs. King beds only. Call to select dates and book reservation under Gardner/Vanecek wedding block. *Request first floor room(s) as no elevator on premises.* Cute 1940’s style hotel on airport grounds. Block rate reservation deadline 9/1/2026. Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites, IHG hotel500 South Washington St, Fredericksburg, TX830-997-3377<a href="http://www.ihg.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.ihg.com</a>10/2/2026-10/4/2026$3298.7 miles from venue Call to book reservation under Gardner/Vanecek wedding block. Two night minimum. Select room type and dates directly with hotel desk. May also reserve rooms online at various rates, outside of block. Block rate reservation deadline 9/1/2026. Holiday Inn Express Hotel &amp; Suites Kerrville, IHG hotel2114 Sidney Baker St., Kerrville, TX830-895-9500<a href="http://www.ihg.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.ihg.com</a>10/1/2026 - 10/4/2026$24917 miles from venue *Kerrville location* closer to San Antonio airport. Call to book reservation under Gardner/Vanecek wedding block. Select room type and dates directly with hotel desk. May also reserve rooms online at various rates, outside of block. Block rate reservation deadline 9/1/2026.

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Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg

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National Museum of the Pacific War

Admiral Nimitz Gallery

Rustlin' Rob's Texas Gourmet Foods

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Emilie & Russell

Emilie & Russell

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