Florida Weddings

Today is a good day, SMPers.  A very, very good day.  And the reason?  This drop dead gorgeous, stop.you.in.your.tracks Ponte Vedra Beach soiree.  From the stunning ceremony to the fabulous details (here’s looking at you, striped straws!) to a bride and groom who will warm your hearts with some serious love, this is a wedding you will NEVER get enough of.  Thank goodness Gwendolyn Tundermann Photography was on hand to capture all the lovely, because the gallery?  It’s amazing.  See it all here.

From the Bride… I was born and raised in Manila, Philippines, and little did I know that I would meet the man of my dreams halfway around the world. Mike and I met at the town center parking lot when I almost bumped him with my car trying to get to a parking spot. I can see his red face as he stood to see who was driving. Nervous, I got out of my car to apologize. His red face turned into a smile and instead said, “The least you can do is to go to dinner with me.” I did, and the rest was history. We have been inseparable since.

We bought my gown on the first day we went shopping and in the first shop we went to – Sharon Batten Bridal Atelier at Ponte Vedra. It was by Vera Wang. The moment I laid eyes on it I knew it was the one. The details and petals at the back were gorgeous and I knew it will be perfect for our garden wedding. Mike wore a tux by Calvin Klein. The groomsmen also wore tuxes by Calvin Klein with pink and blue striped ties from Nordstrom, while the bridesmaids wore dresses from Bari Jay with matching champagne-colored shoes. I wanted an intimate wedding that had that romantic garden wedding feel to it. As soon as Mike and I saw Palm Valley Gardens, we knew we found the perfect place for us. The cocktail table centerpieces mimiced the reception decor with white drapes and huge, hanging, lighted twig balls. A friend designed the escort cards that sat atop vintage boxes filled with baby’s breath. She also designed the table names with “love” in different languages, along with the place cards that reflect the crochet lace corset that was used on all the reception centerpieces. Our family and friends helped a lot in getting all these details done. I also had help from Cassie of Flaire Weddings and Events the week of the wedding. She made sure everything was executed perfectly and coordinated all of the vendors.  

Mike and I come from very different background so we wanted to incorporate both our traditions into our wedding. Mike is of American-German-Dutch-Indonesian descent while I am of Filipino descent. With the help of our families and internet research, we were able to include traditions such as the veil, cord, candle and fabric ceremony. We also had the wish tree which is a Dutch tradition. My uncle and a dear family friend officiated the wedding ceremony. They had customized the program to highlight not just the union between Mike and I but also with his kids – Bruce,  Mikayla and Matt. Ceremony and cocktail music were provided by a string quartet and a wonderful DJ during the dinner/dancing. Our moms made the flower girl baskets and the ring bearer pillow. Among the other details we had at the wedding included Cuban cigar roller during the cocktail and reception which was a huge hit. Signature pink and blue cocktail drinks, cookie bar that includes Madeleines and French Macarons in cream and pink colors, a coffee and cocoa bar and honey favors were among the other details. Later in the evening sliders were served to our danced-out guests.  

Wedding Photography: Gwendolyn Tundermann Photography / Wedding Venue: Palm Valley Gardens in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida (Now Closed) / Wedding Coordination: Flaire Weddings and Events / Floral Design: Lori Parker / Wedding Officiants: Rev. Liberato Bautista + Rev. Patti Augustin-Smith / Wedding Cinematography: Take One Productions / Catering: Chef’s Garden / Wedding Cake: Metro Custom Cakes / Bar Service: Melissa Kilpatrick of Catered Cocktails (cateredcocktails@comcast.net) / Wedding Invitations + Stationery: Craftmaster Invitations (craftmasterinvitations@gmail.com) / Table Names, Escort Cards + Place Card Design: Madge Arafol of Her MADGEsty (A Friend of the bride) / Ring Bearer Pillows + Flower Baskets: Lucy Bautista (The Mother of the Bride) / Crochet Ribbons + Garter: Elise Van Jaarsveld (The Mother of the Groom) / Ceremony + Cocktail Hour Music: Jacksonville String Quartet (jaxstringquartet@gmail.com) / DJ: Bouquet Sounds / Cigar Roller: JC the Cuban Cigar Roller / Honey Favors: E&M Gold Beekeepers + Personalization by the Bride & The Mother of the Groom / Wedding Dress: Vera Wang / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bari Jay / Hair: Casey Powell / Makeup: Amanda Hopcraft / Groom’s Tuxedo: Calvin Klein / Groom’s Shoes: Cole Haan / Groomsmen’s Tuxedos: Men’s Wearhouse / Groomsmen’s Ties: Nordstrom

Have you ever fallen in love with a fabulous pair of shoes?  I have.  And they just so happen to be the prettiest pair of purple, bow-adorned heels I have ever laid my eyes upon.  Which comes as no surprise, really, since every.last.detail of this stunning Jacksonville soiree has captured my heart – and in a BIG way. From that swoon-worthy gown to the gorgeous florals by Shea Hopely Flowers to the breathtaking images captured by Jenn Hopkins Photography, it’s one serious lesson in traditional perfection.  Ready to spend your Monday wrapped up in lovely?  See it all here.

From Jenn Hopkins Photography… Lindsay and Brian are an incredible couple.  They share so much joy and laughter together. We had a giant rain storm that day that moved their outdoor garden ceremony indoors, and it didnt faze them a bit. They still laughed and smiled and cried right along with each other, as if everything hadn’t gotten rained out. My bride even hopped out in the rain under a giant umbrella with her new hubby, to capture the day as it truly happened.

Lindsay even planned a special time to do a first look with her daddy. Which I love, as sometimes Dads get lost in the shuffle on wedding days, only seeing their daughters a few minutes before they walk them down the aisle. in planning a first look with the first love of her life, her daddy, she got to spend a few minutes with just him. Which was really really sweet.

The couple really made their day all about them and their friends and family. A sweet way they made sure that they touched each guest that day was by having their menu cards custom printed and personalized for each guest. Every guest’s menu had a special sweet note on it from Lindsay and Brian, personalized for that individual with a funny story or sweet words with how they had impacted the couple and why they were so grateful they were there that day to celebrate their love.

Lindsay and Brian made sure their day refelected who they were, classic, southern, sweet and fun. Incredibly in love and so excited to start their lives together.

Wedding Photography: Jenn Hopkins Photography / Floral Design: Shea Hopely Flowers / Event Planning: The Chefs Garden Catering and Events / Wedding Ceremony & Reception Location: The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bride’s Dress: Malindy Elene

Two adorable college sweethearts, a beyond beautiful proposal and a wedding day that will leave your jaw seriously hitting the floor… yep, fairytales DO come true and this sweet Jacksonville soiree is living proof.  A flawless fusion of pretty purple hues and darling rustic details, there’s not a single second captured by Bee Photographie that isn’t stop-you-in-your-tracks beautiful.  And that dress?!  That glorious lace masterpiece?!?  Absolute perfection – and you’ll never love another more.  See it all here.

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From the Bride… When I was a senior in high school, I had decided to go to UNF. One day my dad and I were watching the news when UNF’s baseball team was being interviewed. I remember telling my dad that I was glad I was going to UNF because their baseball team was really cute. My dad then said “Anna, its not like you’re gonna go to UNF and date a baseball player.” A year later, Kristophor, a baseball player at UNF, asked me to be his woman. Three years later, on December 12th, I started receiving love songs each day that Kristophor had recorded. On Christmas morning, with Kristophor dressed in a tux, we rode in a carriage to our destination where Kristophor played for me the last song, it was titled, Take My Name. After the song was over he came to my side, bent down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. 

Once our eyes landed on The Keeler Property, we knew this peaceful land was where we wanted to pledge forever to one another. The large property held a rustic, covered bridge and a country red barn. The next 11 months were spent pouring time into each detail. From the wedding dress, to the cake, to centerpieces, each item at the wedding held a special meaning. We wanted our wedding day to be centered on our love for God, family and friends. Every little girl dreams of her wedding day, but growing up all I could think about was wearing my mom’s wedding dress, which was also worn by my grandmother. The dress has changed a little with each generation, but there is nothing more honoring then wearing a dress that was also worn by two amazing women. To show my honor to these two women I found a picture of each of them on their wedding day and had them framed and put them on an easel. The planter centerpieces, wedding signs, ice cream bar sign, just married sign and K&A hearts were made by my step-grandfather. My sisters and I also painted these items over many laughs and wine nights. The wheelbarrow that held the glass Cokes and the old truck both belong to Kristophor’s grandfather. At nine years old, Kristophor learned to drive in that very truck. The wedding cake and the groom’s cake were made by Kristophor’s grandmother. I had a theme in mind, and finding each decoration was an adventure. I could have bought the items already made or had someone else plan it all, but making everything was half the fun and made memories I will never forget.

The day started out with prayer, coffee, and jackets (it was the coldest day of 2011). The girls spent the morning at a friend’s house, enjoying mimosas, laughing and getting pampered. We then put our boots on and headed to the barn. It was there I hid while Kristophor was taking pictures and visa-versa. My dad, who is my hero, walked me down the aisle to my forever prince. We said our “I do’s” by reading the vows that we had written to one another, took communion off of a barrel and then partied our way to the barn where the real fun began. To say our wedding photographer was amazing would not even come close to how she captured the day. She came bright and early and jumped right in with us girls, making us laugh the whole time! At one point, she was rolling around on the ground trying to capture different angles. I mean, does a person get any more amazing? She was not just our photographer, but she became a friend. I will forever be grateful for Bee Photographie!

Wedding Photography: Bee Photographie / Wedding Venue: The Keeler Property in Jacksonville, Florida / Wedding Day Coordination: Diana Monell-Fanning / Officiant: Kevin Clark / Wedding Cinematography: Jared Brandt Media / Catering: Ashley Street Catering / Chairs, Tables + Linen Rentals: Beachview Tent Rentals / Wedding Dress: Vintage from Her Grandmother & Mother / Bride’s Seamstress: Martha Shump Designs (904-614-6593) / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bill Levkoff

Gorgeous beach? Check. Adorable couple? Check. Tons of pretty, pretty florals, pops of color, and super sweet DIY? Check, check, check. This little rustic charmer has my heart swooning this morning with all its great DIY projects, like that amazing drift wood looking backdrop. It’s so perfect for a beach wedding as are those little mint green numbers on the bridesmaids. Total perfection. Stephie Joy Photography captured all the goodness for us and there’s a whole lot more going on in the gallery right here.

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From the Bride… We met in 2010 while Brady was still in the Navy. He proposed in March 2011 during fireworks on the Disney boardwalk. I was even more surprised when I turned around to see my two best friends! He planned everything to a T, and I’m so glad they were there to witness such a special moment. We knew we wanted a small, intimate wedding, so we opted for a beach house with a backyard in South Ponte Vedra. It couldn’t have been a more perfect location!

We recruited friends and family to help make our dream wedding come true. My maid of honor designed our stationery and my mom helped me create all the other details, like our Jennifer and Brady sign. My dad and brother built the amazing platform that we used for the ceremony and backdrop for photos. Our guests loved that they were able to snap pictures while we were posing for the photographer. Food was important to us, as Brady is a chef. We chose The Perfect Pear and not only was the food wonderful, but the staff was organized and extremely helpful. My flowers were easy — I told our florist what I wanted and she delivered! I loved how our “tablescapes” turned out. One of the best things about getting married at the beach — storms blow over quickly! We were so lucky that it rained about two hours before the ceremony and the sun came out as our guests were arriving. It made for AMAZING photos. Thanks Stephie!

I loved watching my maid of honor and best friend crying tears of joy all the way down the aisle — she’s usually the one who keeps it together! AND of course my sweet husband serenading me on guitar while his best man performed “Iris” by the Goo Goo Dolls. I was SHOCKED, and it took courage to perform in front of all our guests! Brady says playing the guitar was his favorite moment — he loved that he was able to keep that a surprise! Brady also surprised me with the Swarovski earrings! My mom had bought me the exact pair when I was in my teens said they would be the perfect earrings for my wedding day, but I wore them so much I lost the pearls and crystals. When I was looking for my wedding jewelry, I couldn’t find the earrings anywhere, and I was so bummed to hear that they had been discontinued. Brady called Swarovski corporate office, spoke to the director of inventory and told him the story. A few weeks later the earrings arrived in the mail, and Brady surprised me on our wedding day.

As far as advice, I would say to enjoy every minute because it goes by so quickly! Brady says to be patient — with yourself, your partner and your family — and don’t let wedding planning get the best of you!

Wedding Photography: Stephie Joy Photography / Wedding Venue: A Beach Home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida / Floral Design: Sherry Sullivan of Green Goddess Design / Event Design + Details: DIY by the Bride, Her Mother + Her Maid of Honor / Catering: The Perfect Pear Catering Co. / Wedding Cake: Hyatt Regency Riverfront Jacksonville (The Groom is a Chef) / Wedding Stationery: DIY by the Maid of Honor / Music: DIY with an iPod / Ceremony Platform + Photo Backdrop: DIY by the Bride’s Father & Brother / Cake Topper Birds: Etsy / Wedding Dress: Sandals Beaches / Bride’s Shoes: Enzo Angiolini / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: ModCloth

I’m loving how this adorable couple recreated their Christmas Eve picnic (when he popped the big question) for their engagement photos. The light and love that was captured between them by Julie Cate Photography is absolutely gorgeous. The mix of props, posed positions and candids is total E-session perfection in my book. Click here for even more!

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From the Bride-to-Be… The first time Jed spoke to me was two years during a college class we shared. He was sitting in front of me, turned around and asked me out to lunch. After dreaming about talking to him all year, I can only imagine what my face looked like! Ultimately, I said no, but he didn’t give up. After much persistence, he finally got me to go on a first date … to New Orleans! His grand and romantic gestures have yet to cease, and Jed proposed to me this past year with a morning picnic on the eve of my favorite holiday, Christmas. After two years of dating, falling more in love each and every day and knowing we want to spend the rest of our lives continuing to grow in that love, our wedding is just around the corner! We chose to celebrate our engagement at Kingsley Plantation in Jacksonville, Florida. Surrounded by the water, trees, and rustic landmarks it was the perfect spot to celebrate our love! We are planning an intimate December wedding of this year in St. Augustine surrounded by close family and friends.

Photography: Julie Cate Photography / Location: Kingsley Plantation in Jacksonville, Florida

Everything about this wedding is girly, feminine perfection if you ask me. Each and every detail from the tulle on the tips of the brides toes to the gorgeous florals lining the aisle to the milk and mercury glass are total garden gorgeousness. Threaded Together Photography snapped up such pretty images that I’ve spent the better part of my morning swooning in the gallery. Join me, won’t you?

Want more? Check out this adorable couple’s wedding film by Bennett Video Productions:

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From the Bride… Phil and I met during Homecoming at the University of Florida in 2005 at a Sorority/Fraternity “Saved by the Bell” themed party. I never thought when I left the party that I had just met my future husband. We went on a few dates over the following days and as they say, the rest is history. Our time together over the past years have included long distance struggles, Gator football, numerous holidays, many date nights, family vacations near and far, and a constant growing love for each other.

Our wedding was everything I dreamed it would be and more. From the beginning of the wedding planning process, I was determined to make our wedding a true reflection of who we are and as do-it-yourself as possible. Majoring in Event Management at UF, and working for a non-profit where I plan fundraising events, made me confident in the wedding planning process. There were bumps in the road along the way, but thanks to a supportive and handy fiancé, Style Me Pretty and Pinterest, it was possible. From picking our colors and assembling save-the-dates, to milk glass hunts with my bridesmaids at local antique malls, the whole process was a fabulously fun and exciting experience that I will never forget. Our DIY touches could be seen in the bridesmaids’ peacock hair clips, directional signs, chalkboard beer mugs for the men, our save-the-dates, wedding invitations and each one of my bridesmaids’ earrings made with love by me. The food was an amazing mix of everything we love, including sushi, mini burgers and chicken sandwiches, as well as a hint of southern comfort in the shrimp and grits, mashed potatoes, and brisket. We also made sure to include personal touches on our day that reminded us of those who were there in spirit. We both lost grandparents last year very shortly after we got engaged. To recognize each of them, I wore a brooch in my hair from my grandma and a dinner ring that was Phil’s grandmother’s. Phil and I picked out a special pair of freshwater pearl cufflinks for him to wear that belonged to his grandfather.

Our wedding was on St. Patrick’s Day, which we picked because of availability and the perspective that this would create a fun and entertaining night for all. Hints of green could be seen in our photo booth props, my late uncle’s rosary wrapped around my bouquet and the groom’s cake, which once cut revealed a green key lime cheesecake center. We even had a surprise from an old friend who changed into a St. Patty’s Day-inspired spandex suit! The entire weekend was full of incredible moments, from our rehearsal dinner and wedding to post-wedding brunch, that we will reminisce about for years to come. Thanks to all my amazingly talented vendors who made my vision come together with such ease! We are also grateful for our family and friends who were a part of our wonderful day!

Wedding Photography: Threaded Together Photography / Wedding Venue: Palm Valley Gardens in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida (904-543-7777) / Wedding Day Coordination: Madyson Holden of Save the Date Events / Floral Design + Chandeliers: Wilson’s Limited Inc. / Wedding Cinematography: Bennett Video Productions / Officiant: Fred Caldwell / Catering: Biscotti’s Catering / Wedding Cake: Classic Cakes (904-246-6408) / Ceremony Music: The String Group / DJ: McGee Entertainment & Events, Inc. / Photo Booth: Plumb Fun Photobooths / Wedding Dress: Lazaro / Bride’s Shoes: White by Vera Wang / Hair: Ramona Cabrera of Ten Salon / Makeup: Monica Mia On Site / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: LulaKate / Groomsmen’s Suits: Jos. A. Bank

From their movie-worthy meeting to their joyful St. Augustine wedding, this gorgeous couple’s relationship has been romance to the very max!  Their crazy, beautiful love for each other just shines through these images by Ben Sasso.  And speaking of beautiful, their fabulous Indian-meets-France wedding is just beyond.  It is full of style, vibrant details and one of the most killer first dances I’ve ever seen!  Click here to see it all!

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From Ben Sasso … This wedding was the epitome of romance. It was so beautiful too see how in love these two are. Thibaut and Pooja met salsa dancing in France while he was finishing his studies and she was teaching English. Sounds like a movie, I know. If it was a movie, I would own it. Their wedding was a beautiful fusion of French and Indian culture. As typical with Indian weddings, Pooja had henna done on her hands and feet the day before the wedding. After getting ready at The Kenwood Inn in St. Augustine, the ceremony was held at The Oldest House (one of my favorite venues), and the reception took place in the loft and on the roof of The White Room.

Wedding Photography: Ben Sasso / Floral Design: The Conservatorie Floral & Event Design / Ceremony: The Oldest House in St. Augustine, Florida / Reception: The White Room / Getting Ready Location: The Kenwood Inn

You’ve seen blue and green weddings done well, but thanks to Krista Marie Photography, we are about to show you a blue and green wedding that is going to change the way you think of the previously preppy color palette forever. This St. Augustine has the color combo mixed in with cowboy boots, hay bails, and mason jars – all making for a romantically rustic soiree that crosses so many style lines in a chic, chic way. We’ll be studying this one for days in the full image gallery, care to join us?

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From Krista of Krista Marie Photography… I’m so excited to share Amanda and Michael’s rustic St. Patrick’s Day wedding with you! Their beautiful ceremony and reception took place at the Florida Agriculture Museum, and the location and scenery were just to die for! The warm light that was streaming in made for some truly magical images! Amanda put so much thought into each and every detail, and everything came together so beautifully! You will swoon over the lovely details, including the bridesmaids’ cowboy boots, the men’s personalized ties, the barn, the outside seating, hay bales and so much more!

Wedding Photography: Krista Marie Photography / Wedding Venue: Florida Agricultural Museum in St. Augustine, Florida / Floral Design: Ashley Roberson of Simply Roses Florist / Catering: Moore Fine Foods / Cupcakes: Sweet Cheyenne’s Treats (386-931-6795) / DJ: Vern of Pyramid Disc Jockeys / Wedding Decorations: Susan Anderson, The Groom’s Mother / Centerpiece Baskets: Tuesday Morning / Fabric: Calico Corners + Jo-Ann / Paper Lanterns: Asian Ideas / Wedding Dress: Essense of Australia via Bridal Ltd. / Bride’s Green Shoes: Nina “Forbes” via Zappos / Bride’s Garter: Lola in Lace / Bride’s Clutch: LolaMae Creations / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Dessy via Brides by Demetrios (407-869-5277) / Bridesmaids’ Boots: Their Own / Groomsmen’s Blazers: Their Own / Groomsmen’s Pants: Dockers

Bidding adieu to another week on SMP Florida is always bittersweet. Obviously the weekend is divine, but we absolutely LOVE the weekdays spent gushing over pretty Florida fêtes. So we decided to leave you with a wedding that, along with the full gallery, will keep you plenty busy until we meet again on Monday. Because this blue-hued beauty captured by Life and Love Studio has enough lovely to last all weekend long!

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From the Bride… The most important things to Rob and me was making our wedding a lot of fun for all of our guests and spending as much time with them as possible since we don’t get to see them often. Rob is from Charlotte and I’m from Miami, but we’ve lived all over, so no matter what city we chose for our wedding, it would have been a destination for the majority of the people. We knew we wanted to get married by the water, be in a walking friendly area, and, being from Florida, I’ve always loved St. Augustine. We also figured that most of our guests had never been there, so it would be a fun destination for everyone — and the weather was perfect, which never hurts! I don’t know how we overlooked it, but we got married during bike weekend in St. Augustine. Friday and all day Saturday we kept hearing the roar of bikes and joked we should take a picture with some bikers. In the middle of the ceremony a bike revved and my bridesmaids and I burst into giggles. No sooner had we left the church than one of my bridesmaids went in search of a bike to borrow so I could pose. The bike pictures turned out to be some of the best!

We chose our venue and then got a lot of vendor recommendations from the event coordinator at the venue. We did not have a wedding planner or our own coordinator, but things still worked out perfectly. I was fairly particular in wanting a laid back, simple, fun wedding. I knew I wanted the colors to be navy, fuschia and deep purple, and I knew I wanted the guys in tan suits to fit with the more relaxed feeling. We also knew we wanted to get married in a church, and we actually got married in the oldest Episcopalian church in the US. We were lucky that the church is so beautiful on its own that we didn’t need to decorate very much. Our priest from Baton Rouge, where we live now, actually came to help officiate the wedding, which was very meaningful to us since he actually knows us. My mom is Brazilian, so we had programs printed in English and Portuguese for our guests, which helped with some of the language barriers. We wanted to spend as much time with our guests as possible while getting as many pictures as possible. As a result, we provided transportation by trolley for guests from the church to the reception venue, and between the wedding and cocktail hour the guests took a trolley tour of the city. This gave us time to take pictures, kept the guests entertained and allowed us to still enjoy the cocktail hour with our friends and family.

We chose carrot cake, our favorite, for our wedding cake and then surrounded the cake with wedding cake, red velvet-flavored cake balls and brigadeiros — a popular Brazilian dessert. The layout of the bite-sized desserts around the cake is also a traditional Brazilian layout for dessert tables. I wanted to leave my dress on all night because I absolutely loved it, but I also wanted to dance and have fun! The train was about 5-6 feet long and it was heavy satin, so I did end up changing into my party dress and Havaianas flip flops. When it was time to leave, we all left on the trolleys together and continued the party. This was truly the best day of our lives, and I love looking back at the pictures and seeing how happy everyone looked and reliving the day and night.

Wedding Photography: Life and Love Studio / Ceremony: Trinity Episcopal Parish Church in St. Augustine, Floria / Reception: River House in St. Augustine, Florida / Floral Design: 57 Treasury Floral & Interior Design / Catering: Mai Oui Gourmet / Wedding Cake: Publix / Music: McGee Entertainment / Transportation: Old Town Trolley Tours / Wedding Dress: Pronovias / Reception Dress: Calvin Klein / Hair: Small Indulgences / Makeup: A Touch Above San Marco (904-819-0924) / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Alfred Sung / Groomsmen Ties: Vineyard Vines

Black tie on a Florida beach? Yes please! This fabulous soiree, captured by the lovely Pure Sugar Studios, is phenomenally classic with an oh-so-chic air that we love. Forget the to-die-for cake, or the stunning flowers, or even the gorgeous Jacksonville Beach (okay not really – we die over ALL of those deets) – but the couple at the center is our favorite part. A beautiful love is the most stunning accessory one can wear on the big day. Click here for the full image gallery!

From Pure Sugar Studios … Elegant Pink, green and black wedding at the historic Casa Marina in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Beautiful florals, that used a mix of berries, and textures to create vibrant bouquets and decor.  The perfect mix of traditional with a pop of “wow”. And Classic cakes made the yummiest cake designer- EVER! This couple was amazingly fun, and enjoyed every minute of their wedding day!

Photography: Pure Sugar Studios / Ceremony Venue: Casa Marina / Reception Venue: Casa Marina / Bridal Gown: Park Avenue Bridal / Bridesmaids Gowns: BCBG / Groom’s & Groomsmen’s Wear: Michael’s Formalwear / Makeup: Kimtasha Armstrong / Hair: Amanda Smith / Flowers: Tiffany from Floriade / Invitations: Pineapple Post / Ceremony Music: DJ Jeff Bell / Reception Music: D’Land Entertainment / Bride’s Ring: Tacori from Beard’s Jewelry / Groom’s Wedding Ring: Beard’s Jewelry / Coordinator: Becky, Casa Marina / Caterer: Casa Marina / Cake Designer: Classic Cakes / Officiant: Reverend Peyton Hopkins

If you are a lover of romance, beautiful settings and all things pretty (and, really who isn’t?), then today is most definitely your lucky day, because this breathtaking Atlantic Beach affair is boasting all of the above and then some with a stunning seaside location and a bundle of uber-gorgeous details that will, put simply, make your heart swoon.  Believe me, you’ll spend your ENTIRE morning completely enthralled by these magical images captured by Julie Cate Photography… and I suspect your weekend, too.  Click here for more.

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From the Bride… Vince and I have known each other since high school and were best friends throughout college — despite the 1,100 mile distance between our schools. He proposed at a quaint bed and breakfast overlooking the Puget Sound in the heart of downtown Seattle. For our wedding, we both wanted to celebrate love, family, and cultural traditions with an intimate, stress-free fete. We initially considered a destination wedding in Cinque Terre or Paris, but decided to save Paris for our honeymoon. Our guests’ experience during our wedding weekend was our top priority. We wanted everyone to feel welcome, loved and relaxed. All our guests stayed at a resort on the same beach that the wedding ceremony took place on. We had a lot of fun putting together welcome baskets that included champagne, hand-made soaps, German gummy bears, Belgian beer and a variety of other things that highlighted special places throughout our relationship.  Because the majority of our guests came from out-of-state, we gave them a taste of Florida by treating them to a visit to the Alligator Farm in St. Augustine the day before the wedding. Afterwards, we had our rehearsal dinner outdoors on the water where we were able to watch the sunset as we enjoyed our meal.

Our wedding day was perfect. We were surrounded by a dozen of our closest friends and family for a quaint ceremony on the beach. I walked down the aisle as a string quartet played, and I completely surprised myself when tears began falling and blurred my vision — thank goodness I had my dad to help navigate me! There were so many special parts to that day … hearing Vince say his vows, sharing with my (step)dad that I planned to change my middle name to his family name, taking pictures in my Korean dress (han bok) with my sister and mom … the list could go on. One of the most special moments was when Vince and I planted a Magnolia bonsai to symbolically represent the beginning of our family tree as the quartet played “Married Life” from the Disney/Pixar movie “Up.”

The second priority for the wedding was to have it captured in photographs that we could treasure for the rest of our lives. We are so thankful to have had wonderful photographers in Julie and James. Every time I look at our photos, it brings me back to that day and I’m filled with the same giddy, care-free happiness.

Wedding Photography: Julie Cate Photography / Wedding Ceremony: One Ocean Resort and Spa in Atlantic Beach, Florida / Wedding Reception: Ruth’s Chris in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida / Flowers: Publix / Wedding Dress: Kenneth Pool via Solutions Bridal / Bride’s Shoes: Vince Camuto / Hair: Cortello Salon / Makeup: Kimtasha / Groom’s Suit: Ralph Lauren / Music: Belle Fleur String Quartet / Wedding Cinematography: Siberian Pictures

We’re mixing things up a bit this morning on SMP Florida and bringing you this gorgeous boudoir session from Mi Amore Foto. Can you just imagine the look on your hubby-to-be’s face when you give him this gift right before your wedding? I so wish I were brave enough for this type of photo session! But seriously, I think every woman should have this done once in her lifetime. Why not? Click here for more.

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From Mi Amore Foto…Megan is a red head beauty after my heart.  She had such a great time mixing clothing she already owned with vintage pieces she found in really neat shops in Jacksonville.  I love when my clients decide to get so into the shoot and come up with their own great ideas.  We were on the same page so the shoot just flowed.  She felt beautiful, and she really was.  I think it’s so important for every woman to feel strong and graceful all at the same time.  I hope every woman leaves the shoot feeling that way.  If a bride has the slightest inkling to do a boudoir session I really think she should do it.  These are images that you will be so happy that you have 20 years from now.  It’s also such a great, personal gift for your husband and a way for him to see you in a way he might not have ever looked for.

Photography:  Shannon Mathis of Mi Amore Foto / Model: Megan Henderson / Hair: Shannon Mathis / Make-up: Megan Henderson / Clothing: Megan’s + Fifi’s

It was love at first sight for this gorgeous bride and groom, so it seems only fitting that their Jacksonville wedding had me at, well, hello.  Yes, just one look at these stunning images by Agnes Lopez Photography and I was most definitely swept off of my feet. Bumblebee Weddings and Events took a shared love of sailing and crafted some serious nautical perfection.  From those awesome place card holders to the bouquet to end all bouquets by Marguerite’s Florist, it’s one gorgeous detail after another. And I adore every single one.  Click here to see all of the pretty!

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From the Bride…Michael and I met in June 2007 and it truly was love at first sight.  I never believed in that phenomena until I experienced it myself.  I realized back then that he truly was my soul mate and I was his.  As we started to plan our future together, I started to imagine our wedding day.  Unlike most girls, I never gave much thought to the “big day” because I always thought that a lot of it would be dictated by the type of man I was going to marry and how we felt about each other.  Once I knew that Michael was “the one,” I started to think about what would be important to us on one of the biggest days of our lives.  I wanted to be sure that the day was an accurate representation of who we are as a couple, how we feel about each other and that the day would be as romantic for our guests as it was for us.

Some of these planning pieces sounded easy and some sounded very overwhelming.  I knew I wanted to get married at an old mansion that has been turned into public property.  Once we found the Epping Forest Yacht Club, the rest would fall into place. Bumblebee Weddings helped me with all of the details to make sure that I truly captured how we felt about each other and how we wanted the guests to feel like part of our family as well.  We both love the water and sailing, so that was the theme that we went with, which was perfect for a Yacht Club setting.  I immediately started working with Sage Sisters Press for my wedding invitations and programs, who successfully captured the ambiance, on paper, that we were going for.

The big day finally arrived and it was more amazing that I could have ever imagined.  It really was a fairy tale wedding for us, I could not have asked for anything more!  Everything went so smoothly and the weather was gorgeous.  The best advice that I was given was to be sure that I paid attention to every moment of that day because it was the only chance I had and it would go by in a flash.  I took that advice and I remember everything about walking down the aisle as though it had just happened yesterday.

The wedding started with a one hour cocktail for our guests to mingle, before the ceremony, which was a big hit.   My sister was my Maid of Honor and my 3 younger cousins were my Junior Bridesmaids. They were stunning walking down the aisle in their navy dresses and multi-glitter shoes.  Michael had his 3 brothers for his Best Men and of course they were a handsome group.

Our first dance was so romantic and meaningful to us, it was perfect.  For the reception, we did a combination of round tables and banquet tables which gave it more of an eclectic look.  Our guest book was not traditional, instead, we had a miniature sailboat on display and everyone signed the sails; this is now on display in our home.  The place card holders were little ships-in-a-bottle that our guests could take home with them.  As the night went on, our guests were entertained by our live band and the cigar rolling station that we had set up.  The evening ended with a midnight buffet of sliders and fries, followed by our exit of flags.  Our wedding day was the best day of our lives and we still talk about it all of the time.  It’s a moment that we will never forget and it was the perfect way to begin the rest of our lives.

Wedding Photography: Agnes Lopez Photography / Wedding Ceremony & Reception Location: Epping Forest Yacht Club / Hair: Casey Powell / Makeup: Jackie Neal / Event Planning: Bumblebee Weddings and Events / Music: The B Town Playaz / Wedding Invitations: Sage Sisters Press / Cigar Bar: JC The Cuban Roller / Floral Design: Marguerite’s Florist

I used to think that the expression about rain on your wedding day being lucky was a myth.  That was until I saw these photos by Kallima Photography.  This adorable couple lucked out in two ways.  First, they got amazing pre-wedding shots with those adorable clear umbrellas under the cloudy sky that just make the wildflower bouquets and Anthropologie bridesmaid dresses pop and, second, the sky cleared at just the right moment for them to enjoy a beautiful, sweetly DIY-decorated outdoor affair.  March on over to the full gallery to check out the rest!

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From Kallima Photography… Sarah + Jeff, both from North Florida/Jacksonville area, tied the knot at the St Francis Barracks Officer’s Club in St. Augustine, Florida. The bride and her maids spent the morning and afternoon getting ready at the St Francis Inn. It rained from early morning up until literal MINUTES before the ceremony, so most of the gorgeous portraits and fun pictures of the bridal party are in the rain. Some with umbrellas, and some not!

All details and event styling were coordinated by Katie Perdue, sister of the bride. The snapdragon bouquets and anthropologie dresses coordinated perfectly, and each bridesmaid wore a pair of colorful heels that fit their personality. Friends of the bride did all the hair and makeup, and Katie Perdue designed and made the boutonnieres.

The catering company is run by the bride’s Aunt, Chriss Brown. With a true southern spread of home-style macaroni & cheese, cole slaw, bbq chicken and bbq pork sandwiches, the guests dined underneath a tent in the courtyard of the barracks. Sweet Tea and Arnold Palmers were served, and guests used the mason jars on their tables to fill up at the candy bar. The guest book came in the form of a guest “tree”, where you could leave your thumbprint and sign your name on the branches.

Wedding Photography: Kallima Photography / Wedding Cinematography: friend of bride / Wedding Flowers: friend of bride / Wedding Design: Katie Perdue / Wedding Planning: Katie Perdue & Rachel Rushing / Wedding Venue: St. Francis Barracks Officers Club / Invitations: DIY/ Shoes: BCBG / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Anthropologie / DJ: DJ Dream / Catering: Chriss Brown, 927 Events/ Wedding Cake: Kristin Schadd / Makeup + Hair: Michelle Couchenour + Rachel Rushing

I am fairly certain that if you looked up the word “romance” in the dictionary, you’d see a photo of this gorgeous wedding courtesy of Dana Goodson Photography.  And if you don’t, well, there’s a problem.  It doesn’t get much more romantic than an elegant garden wedding with lovely florals by The Conservatorie Floral & Event Design, charming milk glass centerpieces and a simply awesome getaway car.  And let’s not forget the uber-stunning bride and her Officer husband.  Yes, this wedding is the absolute definition of romance.  And I am loving every last beautiful detail.  See even more in the full gallery!

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From the Bride…The style I was looking for was eclectic.  I wanted it to be elegant but charming, with playful colors, feminine and fresh, with some masculine nautical touches as a nod to the US Navy (The groom is an officer). I love texture and contrast, so I incorporated that into every aspect of the wedding, from the dress and shoes to the gorgeous floral design by Conservatorie.  My mom, Chris and I met with Amy, and together we picked all of the flowers, keeping their unique textures in mind.  I also loved the visual contrast of the white milk glass vases, crystal and glass with the rustic wood and glass pane lanterns.

The favors were special to me. My mom and I made and preserved Spiced Blueberry Jam from the blueberries my family grows in Georgia. My mom and I also bought simple glass votives and attached white lace around the top, which was a fun and simple DIY project, and added a little soft candlelight wherever needed.

The guest book was a cool yearbook from 1922 that my mom picked up at an antique store and was made by her friend, Kimberly.  It turned out beautifully, and I loved the touches she added, the lace and the button bookmark.  I stamped our names and date on the cover page with sepia ink for a final touch. The toasting glasses were a gift to us, handmade by a friend of my grandmother’s, who owns FlameTree, Inc. in Georgia.  I loved the delicate vintage goblet-style of the glasses.

My dad’s hobby is restoring vintage cars, so when my dad began restoring the 1960 MGA, which has always been my favorite, I asked if it could be finished for the wedding.  He took on the huge project, and with the help of everyone involved, it was restored back to original condition in nine months!  It was meaningful to me to ride away in it, plus, it’s beautiful and so much fun.

Wedding Photography: Dana Goodson Photography / Venue: Club Continental / Floral Design + Event Planning: The Conservatorie Floral & Event Design / Guest Book: Kimberly’s Eclectica / Toasting Glasses: Flame Tree Glass / Reception Music: DJ Connection / Wedding Cake: Kakes by Katie / Bride’s Hair and Make-up: the SPA at bartram walk

Wedding make-up and hair always tend to be one of the last things brides think about and one of the trickiest to get exactly right.  I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve heard that a bride was disappointed by her make-up trial (or even worse her wedding day make-up) because there was too much make-up or she didn’t look like herself or it was just completely off the mark.  Most of us don’t spend hours each day primping and preening in front of the mirror so that we can know exactly what looks good on us in person as well as in front of the camera.  It’s helpful to have an understanding of what you want and what to expect before venturing into the make-up artist’s chair.  Luckily, we have a super fun treat today from Jacksonville make-up artist Kimtasha who has been making Florida brides look beautiful (even in that Florida heat!).  She has shared some sound advice about working with your make-up artist and looking your best on your big day.  I especially love her tip about talking to your make-up artist about your make-up comfort level and opening up a conversation that will allow you to both understand and get to know each other.  Make-up should be fun not frightening!

It’s important for you to look and feel like yourself on such a big and important day…you want your beauty to be enhanced and for you to look better than ever!  Here are a few make-up and hair tips to help you along the way.

Ask your make-up artist what colors and style he or she thinks is best for your skin tone and facial features.

Tell your make-up artist what you like or dislike about make-up.  This will open up a great conversation about your comfort with make-up.

Share with your make-up artist the colors that are in your wedding, and the style of your wedding dress.

Skin / Foundation – Always have your skin natural looking and even in tone.  To acheive this look you want to use a light weight foundation and concealer in places that you need more coverage.  Natural bronzing powder is a must have.

Blush – Add a pop of pink or peach on the apple of the cheeks and this will give your skin a healthy glow.

Lips – It you love a bold lip color…a beautiful red, pink, or peach stain is stunning.

Eyes – If you want your eyes to stand out…try false lashes with a defined eye liner, or a soft smokey look to bring out your eye shape.

Hair – For both hair and make-up, I recommend having a trial appointment prior to the wedding day.  This is a great way for your stylist to try different wedding hair styles on you.  Always remember to bring your hair accessories and/or veil.  Don’t try a style that is too modern or edgy unless it fits your personality and theme.  It is always safe to have a clean and classic hairstyle that compliments your face shape and natural beauty!

Wedding Make-up: Kimtasha

OK, grooms, you need to step it up because at this Jacksonville wedding from Mi Amore Foto the husband-to-be actually serenaded his wife with a sweet rendition of their song during the ceremony.  Now if that doesn’t set the bar for best vows ever than I don’t know what does.  On top of being totally aw-inducing the details are delicate, sweet and elegantly understated.  And if you’re into shoes (who isn’t into shoes?) you will love this pair of Badgley Mischka that were given to the bride as a gift (lucky girl)!  Click here to see even more!

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From Mi Amore Foto… I have known Dwayne’s family for about 10 years now, so being chosen to photograph his wedding was a pretty big honor.  He and Celeste did everything themselves and with the help of family and friends. His three sisters actually made the chuppa for the two of them to stand under during the ceremony.

Celeste’s shoes were a wedding gift and one of her favorite details from the day.  Dwayne told me that he was going to have someone else sing his and Celeste’s song to her during the ceremony, but he thought, “Why in the world wouldn’t I just sing it to her?!”  He ended up serenading her during the vows. I’m not sure if there was a dry eye in the church.  He never broke eye contact and she never stopped smiling.

Family was a huge part of the day, as she had her sisters, as well as Dwayne’s, as her bridesmaids. Dwayne is very close to his mom and three sisters, and during the mother/son dance, the three sisters ended up surprising Dwayne and his mother by joining in.  They ended up all holding hands and circling around the dance floor.  Mom was in tears and you could tell that this was such a joyous day for everyone.

The old window, used as the seating, was done by Dwayne’s brother in law.  All of the flowers were done by a friend. Everything was a combined effort and you could tell that this couple was so loved and taken care of.  It was a beautiful, beautiful day.

Wedding Photography: Mi Amore Foto / Wedding Reception Location: The Florida Yacht Club / Floral Design: Mitzi Monday, Friend of the Bride & Groom / Wedding Cake: Edgewood Bakery / Wedding Dress: Gail Chandler / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bridesmaid Dresses: Rheia Roundtree / Wedding Invitations: J. Lewis Designs / Groomsmen Attire: Banana Republic / Bride’s Makeup: Sephora / Bride’s Hair: Lucy Salon

We’ve seen a couple weddings at The Club Continental in Florida recently and each one is totally unique and simply divine.  This romantic fairy tale of a day captured by Browne Photography is sweet enough to give you a tooth ache.  I love the mustard and blue tones and the whimsical meets traditional flair that is carried throughout from the quirky bird escort cards to the bride’s stunning and classic gown.  Plus that Sarah Seven bridesmaid dress is ridiculously amazing and needs to get in my closet immediately.  Click here to see even more!

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From the Bride… The vision I had for my wedding day evolved quite a bit as the date approached, and many ideas I had initially, I didn’t end up up using in the end. I’m not one of those girls who has always pictured her wedding day to be a certain way; in fact, I never really pictured my wedding until it was upon me. At first I thought I wanted to do something totally different from other traditional weddings. I even considered it might be just the two of us, plus immediate family, in a tiny Spanish town we’d visited together when we first met! It was all very dreamy and far-away feeling at first, and I think it was when I went dress shopping with my sister and mother that I realized this was really my wedding. It was also when I decided what I wanted to look like, what I wanted everyone else to look like, and what feeling I wanted the whole scene to evoke. I realized that I simply wanted the day to be a reflection of us; a celebration of who we are as individuals and together, and that I wanted to celebrate with everyone I held dear. I’m a romantic, so I ended up with a traditional white dress with a long train that I could not call anything but “so pretty.”  Corey and I are flirty and a bit goofy as a couple, so I wanted to keep the style fun and playful. We’re also both pretty style-conscious, and I’m quite crafty, so we chose a modified retro look with some personal DIY touches thrown in here and there, and I think we ended up with something like Old Hollywood Glamour meets Alice in Wonderland… if there is such a thing!

With a lot of help from family and friends, I added some personal touches that I think made the wedding more memorable for everyone there. My sister Lauren is an artist, and offered to make my invitations, save the dates, and programs for me. She used real photos of Corey and I and used Photoshop to place us in an old 1950’s convertible for the save the date: they were too cute! I had an idea early on to use bells during the ceremony, as a way to let the guests participate. I ended up placing small bells in each program, with instructions to ring the bell at various parts of the ceremony (when I walked past each row as I entered, and at the end when we kissed, of course). I remember how nice it was to hear the bells as I walked down the aisle– a sort of reminder that all of the people around me were there in loving support. I also had a friend playing the Viola for our ceremony music, and to keep things fun we had him play the Hallelujah chorus for the recessional! It was definitely a joke that was only appreciated by some. For our first dance, Corey and I wanted to do something special, so we took a few dance lessons together and choreographed a flirty Mambo dance to Dean Martin’s version of “Hey Mambo.” I changed into a short sparkly number for the dance– we had a great time and definitely missed some steps, but it was fun to see our family’s reaction: no one saw that one coming!  Corey and I are both from Louisville, Kentucky, so for favors we had “Getting Lucky in Kentucky” cookies from Kizito Cookie company in Louisville.

I chose to use various shades of golden yellows mixed with deep indigo blues and navy tones for my color palette throughout, from the invites to the grooms’ boutonnieres, to the flowers and the table decorations. As a personal touch, I created little origami bird placecards made out of these beautiful fancy golden and blue handmade papers I found at a paper store in Vancouver, and placed these on a “tree” made of some curly willow in a vase. A friend helped to write each guest’s names on tags attached to the birds with golden ribbon, along with the guest’s assigned table number. These were a big hit and everyone took them home as favors. I added retro and antique elements throughout to play up the old world feel: I gathered old photos from Corey and my family, and placed them on a screen by the guestbook table. I also used old gold photo frames I found at an antique mall to hold the table numbers, and all of the vases on the tables were different antique-store finds as well.

I remember being inside the Club Continental with my mom and stepdad before the ceremony, waiting for the music to start and watching all of the guests being seated from behind the glass double-doors I was about to walk through, and I remember a sudden sense of calm that no matter what- no matter if I tripped my way down the aisle- this was going to be one of the most wonderful moments of my life. From that moment on, I didn’t care what happened, I was simply so happy to be marrying this person, on this day. The rest was kind of a blur!

Wedding Photography: Browne Photography / Floral Design: Susannah Sands, Friend of the Bride / Wedding Ceremony & Reception Location: The Club Continental / Wedding Cake: Paul Collins of Signature Cakes by Paul / Hair Accessories: Kathy Vito, Friend of the Bride / Wedding Dress: Anjolique via The White Gown / Wedding Invitations: Lauren Morris, Sister of the Bride / Bridesmaid Dresses: Sarah Seven / Groom’s Attire: Theory / Groomsmen Ties: DKNY

Just looking at the absolutely stunning images of this Amelia Island wedding from Agnes Lopez Photography makes me want to break out my fancy pants. The bold colors, glamorous setting, drool-worthy shoes, blingy bridal bouquet, stunning floral design – need I go on? Oh wait, I didn’t even bring up the wedding cake. You will need to see the gorgeous image to believe it. We love when we get a wedding from Agnes Lopez, and this one definitely didn’t disappoint. Be sure to check out all of the glamorous pictures in the gallery.

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As I walked down the aisle, the weather was absolutely perfect, and the sun was shining perfectly on our ceremony site…I saw Nathaniel waiting for me under the canopy, and on either side of him were our siblings and our closet friends, all eight bridesmaids and fourteen groomsmen (I know that sounds absurd!)…I was looking him dead in the eyes, but somehow I was able to see the faces of our most cherished friends, and it was perfect. We have known each other since I became great friends with his younger sister when I was in the ninth grade ( he was a junior). I have an older sister Nathaniel’s age (Meredith), and he has a younger brother (Daniel) a year older than me, and a younger sister (Anna) a year younger than me, so we have all been friends for a very long time. When I was a sophomore in high school, all five of us were actually there at the same time, each in a different grade! Our friendship grew and we were absolutely best friends by the time I was about 16 or 17. We went to different colleges, but whenever we would find ourselves back in Huntsville Nathaniel and I would spend all our time together, along with his brother Daniel, and our other two closest friends, Ben and Jonathan. We kept in touch of course while we were at school, through letters, phone calls, and surprise visits when one, two, three, or all four of them would apear on my front porch in Chapel Hill, NC. We were inseparable, the five of us, and they were my life as far as friends were concerned. I didn’t have a boyfriend; in fact, I had never had a boyfriend, and I felt completely safe and comfortable with them, especially Nathaniel. Shortly after I graduated from college, Nathaniel and I started dating. We knew that that decision would drastically effect our friendship, but we decided that it was worth the risk because of the amazing potential of how great things might be! And eight years later, the day before my 30th birthday, he asked me to marry him. I adore him in everyway, and I cannot imagine my life without him.

From Agnes Lopez, the talent behind the lens…Mandee and Nathaniel were married in an afternoon ceremony on the lawn of the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island. The families and most of the friends were from Huntsville, Alabama, and they made a weekend out of the perfect early fall weather on the coast of Northeast Florida. The event managed to be glamorous but also incorporated DIY elements, like the programs and the crystal cake stand, which were made by the mother of the bride. The cake itself was adorned with brooches and the bouquet was made of a mix of new and vintage brooches, assembled by the bride. There was a pink-themed candy table for guests, who were also able to imbibe a series of signature martinis poured through the ice bar, which was transported from Alabama.

Photography: Agnes Lopez Photography / Cinematography: First Sight Pictures / Event Design: Liza Chung / Ceremony Location: The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island / Reception Location: The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island / Shoes: Manolo Blahnik / Music: Music by Nora & Andree / Band: Still Cruisin / Cake By: Bruce Roy / Wedding gown by: Elizabeth Filmore / Invitations: The Green Kangaroo

We’re clearing out our overflowing inboxes today and lucky for you guys…that means one gorgeous wedding after another. Pick and choose the ones you want to devour or fall in love with them all. It’s totally up to you! This next one come from St. George, Florida and is the epitome of modern tradition. A traditional black and white color palette, paired with modern centerpieces (by Whole Foods!?) and a simple but stunning style. And the cupcakes? Beyond. Click here to see all of the gorgeous details.

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When I thought of our wedding I wanted our family and friends to walk away from it all just as happy as we were. My goal was to have great authentic southern food, cold drinks and a live band to make our guests feel comfortable and relaxed. Our venue, attire, and decor helped us achieve our other goal, to create a classic, antique and elegant environment that reflected our style and taste. The Ribault Club is a beautiful clubhouse set on 100 acres that was established in 1928. It gave us the complete package we were looking for. It had that historical charm, wonderful architecture and amazing waterfront views, we barely needed to do any decorating at all. Our colors (black, ivory, and white) and a lot of our table decor being from local antique shops helped give our modern wedding an antique vibe.

Photography: Brooke Images / Ceremony + reception: The Ribault Club / Wedding coordinator: Aurora Rezeau / Catering: Southern Soul (St. Simons Island, GA) / Rentals: GT Party Rentals / Violinist: Jordan Mixson / Band: Darin Peckham (Access Church) / Cupcakes: camicakes / Limousine: Dana’s Limousine / Hairstylist: Erica at Sutra / Make-up: Paulina Perez / Dress: Lazaro (CC’s Boutique)  / Shoes: Emilio Pucci / Tux: J.Crew / Grooms shoes: Cole Haan / Flowers: Whole Foods / Invites: Pineapple Post / Jewelry: Miriam’s Jewelry