Gone Country: Dynamic Western Design Incorporates Vibrant Colors and Unique Touches at The White Barn Estate

From fashion to design and home décor, Western is trending in a big way—and was the very vision for Andrea Lilly of House of Lilly Events when planning and executing a beautiful editorial at The White Barn Estate in La Grande. In addition to popular icons like Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash and John Denver, Lilly took cues from someone close to her heart: “The inspiration came from my fashionable grandmother, who was a cowgirl and loved her bright red lipstick, her cowgirl hats and large belt buckles,” she says. And while Western can sometimes feel kitschy or overdone, Lilly sought to bring an elevated aesthetic to the scheme. “This photoshoot was designed to be as vibrant and colorful as possible, showcasing that a Western-inspired wedding can be elegant and dynamic without the need for traditional elements like burlap or pampas grass,” she notes. “While these items can certainly add charm to certain designs, the intent was to demonstrate that a Western, cowgirl/cowboy themed wedding can be equally stunning and distinctive with alternative décor choices.”