Florida Weddings

Get ready for an all out Monday morning swoon fest cause this Hatchet Creek wedding is just the cutest rustic chic wedding I ever did see. I’m loving so many details about this wedding but my faves have got to be the maids dresses, (the color is just too sweet!) the milk glass vases, and the customized bean bag toss. Captured perfectly by Julie Cate Photography, this wedding is sure to become a fast favorite. Click here to see all the adorable details!

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Our wedding was, more than anything, a labor of love. When Ben and I got engaged we decided that the most important aspect of our wedding was the people, we wanted to include the numerous people who supported and invested in us throughout our seven years of dating in a celebration that represented our personalities and our love for each other.  However, large weddings are rarely budget-friendly. We were blessed to have over sixty people come together to make this day happen, from arranging flowers to parking cars to setting up and tearing down. We chose to get married in Gainesville, as it is the place that we both grew up and our relationship began. Our venue, Hatchet Creek, was an outdoor venue with the perfect “Old Florida” feel that we wanted to capture in our wedding day. We chose simple accent tones of ivory, burlap and grey to accent the natural beauty of the venue.  The Conservatorie used peonies, roses, hypericum berries and dusty miller for the bouquets and boutonnieres. The rest of the flowers were collected by family in North Carolina from local gardens and arranged in assorted vintage vases. Julie Cate Photography did a wonderful job of capturing the fun and natural feel of our wedding and we are so thankful for all the people that contributed to our special day!

Photography: Julie Cate Photography / Flowers: The Conservatorie Floral & Event Design/ Venue: Hatchet Creek / Shoes: J. Crew and  TOMS / Dress: Vineyard by Priscilla of Boston / Bridesmaid Dresses: J. Crew / Makeup: Paulina Perez

I like to end every week with a bit of glamour (although for me it’s usually just a nice, cold glass of wine in a pretty glass) and this engagement party by Jessica Lorren Photography at The Viceroy, Miami is a good dose of glamour and then some. From the Louboutin lovin’ bride-to-be to the only seen at The Viceroy decor, it’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend. And of course, there is even more to celebrate in the full gallery of images! Have a pretty weekend everyone! xoxo

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From the Bride…The Viceroy, with its mid-century decor that is both whimsical and (somehow) contemporary, was the perfect backdrop for the engagement reception we planned for early April. And although I am not typically one that uses a lot of color, I just adored the extra whimsy added by the exotic fuchsias, corals and tangerines from the floral arrangements of peonies, garden roses, and orchids that were brought into the Viceroy’s Club 50. But my favorite and most cherished element of the evening were the smiling faces that turned up at the reception to celebrate Ken and I’s engagement. As you can see from the pictures, Ken and I are very lucky to have such warm (and good looking) friends and family! We love them!

Location: The Viceroy, Miami, Club 50 / Stationery: Iomoi / Photography: Jessica Lorren Photography / Hair and Make-Up: Nuo Studio, Artisans Agency / Bride’s Dress: Basix / Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin

If you missed any, here are all of our pretty posts from the week:

a black tie barbeque wedding in Miami
a Coral Gables glam-fest
elegance meets beach chic in Key Largo
a darling, detailed filled affair in Tampa Bay

Some fabulous links from around the web:

a cake decorating party? Sign me up! via The Sweetest Occasion
Preston & Olivia launches their new line!
a darling DIY via Luna and Chloe Weddings

Have a glorious weekend and we’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo.

Well ladies and gents, this wedding by Jessica Charles Photography is a DIY dream come true. It’s DIY done right and with a whole-lotta heart, and that’s the best possible way in my little ol’ opinion. The pennant flags are stealing my heart, the lovebirds are just precious and boutonnieres are beautiful (or handsome I should say). It’s all so downright cute, and there is even more in the full gallery!

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From the Bride…On May 21, 2011, I married my high school sweetheart. I met Eddie as a 16-year-old working at Chick-fil-A. We spent the early period of our love working together over fried chicken and sweet tea… our flirtation mostly manifesting itself by trading mixed tapes – handcrafted ‘Inspiration-O-Plenty’s’ that have become staple of our life now. As our summer drew to a close, our love didn’t. Even with me moving away to a college over 300 miles away, we were able to keep our love strong. Now, almost six years later – that same young love was made evident through our DIY southern style wedding, held at Twenty-Eight Twelve, an estate venue in Brandon, FL.

When Eddie and I got engaged, we knew our wedding wouldn’t be the typical extravagant affair. As much as I wanted to have a blow out wedding, there was no way we could afford it. Even with this budget in mind, I was extremely optimistic. I scoured wedding blogs and DIY sites to find the perfect pieces to use in our wedding.  I had so many ideas and crafts that I knew I wanted to do – the only problem was the fact I had two jobs and was wrapping my senior year as an accounting and finance major at Florida State.  Finding time to balance work, school and planning a wedding from counties away was exhausting. Eventually I learned to prioritize and this helped me narrow down exactly what I wanted to do. I had to figure out what was important to me, what represented Eddie and I as a couple and whether or not I had the resources to do the project justice.

After many months of looking through blogs and magazines, I finally had a vision for the wedding. It was perfect, because I knew it would look fantastic, be fairly inexpensive to implement and be very personal to Eddie and I. We picked a gorgeous venue, a private estate tucked away in our hometown for a backyard wedding and estate-style reception. The overall theme for the wedding was a sunset colored, southern style wedding, with an emphasis on lovebirds and pennant flags.

Wedding Photography: Jessica Charles Photography / Caterer: Chick-fil-A Valrico Florida / Venue: Twenty-Eight Twelve Event / Guest Book: Inspired by design from Bleu de Toi / Music: Alafia Strings Quartet / Wedding Cake: SunBaked LLC

Today is going to be a very good day.  I know this for a fact, because I am starting it off with these fabulous Tampa Bay nuptials.  And, trust me, it doesn’t get much better than this.  From the bride’s gorgeous gown to the ah-mazing bouquet created by Four Seasons Florals, this wedding is all kinds of wonderful.  Not to mention the seriously awesome purple, yellow and black color scheme.  Now that’s my kind of color palette.  Lucky for us, 13:13 Photography was there to capture every last beautiful detail.  Join me in the gallery for even more!

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From 13:13 Photography…Sara and Josh tied the knot in Tampa Florida on November 20th at the Grand Hyatt in Tampa Bay. There ceremony was held at an offsite portion of the hotel away from the main grounds surrounded by “casitas” the hotels term for the type of detached bungalows. It was an intimate and private setting on the bay and at sunset. Many of their guests came from out of town from primarily Seattle and South Florida.

Sara + Josh are completely infectious and filled with light, they chose to do a first look and pre-ceremony portraits to take advantage of the Florida West Coast sunlight.

Wedding Photography: 13:13 Photography / Venue: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay / Floral Design: Four Seasons Florals / DJ: Frank Lebano / Wedding Cake: Chocolate Pi / Wedding Dress: Aire Barcelona / Bridesmaid Dresses: Priscilla of Boston / Bride’s Hair & Make-Up: Darla Stafford

This lovely Key Largo wedding is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.  Captured by the fabulous Ambrosio Photography and held at the gorgeous Cheeca Lodge, it’s classic elegance meets beachy destination and it’s all so very, very wonderful.  I’ve been swooning over that gorgeous bouquet crafted by Parrish Designs for hours.  Not to mention those centerpieces.  Ah-mazing. And prepare yourself for the cutest ring bearer and flower girl you ever did see.  I mentioned you’d be smiling, right?  And there is so much more to see in the gallery!

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From the Bride…I had never been the sort of girl to dream about my wedding or have a clear vision of what I wanted on my wedding day, so when we got engaged the only thing that Justin and I were sure of was that we wanted a fun, relaxed, elegant beach wedding. Once we found Cheeca Lodge the ideas started flowing and we decided to do the entire event on the property and mostly on the beach.

The ceremony was set up on one side of the beach, where white wine and sparkling water was served to the guests as they arrived and a string quartet kept the beach mood elegant. After the ceremony guests were escorted to cocktail hour, a short stroll from the beach around the beautiful lagoon pool where the string quartet continued to play and appetizers were passed. Then it was time to make our way back to the beach and into a magnificent white tent filled with 17 tables. White bamboo lanterns hung from the roof of the tent and each table had a unique centerpiece with a mix of white orchids accented with coral, driftwood, sea fans and candles.

After dinner we danced the night away to a fabulous band under the stars with sand on our feet. We had some fabulous guest performances by Justin’s Dad and Uncle who played a few songs with the band and an entertaining rap dance by Justin’s good friend. The night wrapped up with a group dance to Billy Joel’s Piano Man and then the send-off with sparklers and Australian flags (we moved to Australia 12 days after the wedding). The love and happiness that we felt that night from our family and friends was more than we could have ever hoped for. It was a wedding and a send-off all at the same time and we couldn’t have imagined anything more perfect!

Wedding Ceremony & Reception Location: Cheeca Lodge / Wedding Photography: Ambrosio Photography / Wedding Invitations + Paper Accessories: Ft. Lauderdale Stationery and Designs / Floral Design: Parrish Designs / Wedding Cake: Ana Paz / Band: Shakedown Entertainment / Wedding Videography: Michael James Video / Bride’s Shoes: Manolo Blahnik

After a (hopefully) long weekend, getting ready to tackle a new week over a cup of jo is only made easier when you have a pretty as can be wedding like this one from Forever Photography Studio to gawk over. Those pesky emails can wait until after you fully indulge in the the glam-fest that is this Miami soiree. Perfectly classic, glamorous and precious all wrapped up in one fabulous fête. Makes getting back to the grind a little easier if you ask me. Click here for even more!

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From the Bride…Chris and I met in, of all places, Las Vegas. We were both there for a work trade-show, and although we lived far apart, the connection was immediate and the bond lasting. Starting a long distance relationship is tough. How do you plan your NEXT date? For us, there was always somewhere to go. Two years, five countries, a dozen or so trade-shows, and thousands of airline miles later, I moved from Miami to Austin so we could start our lives together.

I grew up and lived in Miami until about two years before the wedding when I moved to Austin to be with Chris.  As a new Texan, I wanted to bring a touch of Texas to the wedding for our guests.  We were able to do this by giving out jars of BBQ sauce from one of our favorite restaurants, and serving a scoop of a famous local Austin ice cream with our wedding cake. Most importantly, I had a fiancé that was incredibly helpful with all the decisions we had to make. Vendor contracts, food tastings, and opinions about the smallest things, with his reassuring smile and willingness to do whatever it took to make sure it was the wedding I always dreamed of, Chris was the perfect partner.

Our wedding day was more special than we could have ever imagined.  Every moment of our day was emotional, thrilling and fun at the same time.  I always thought I would be an emotional mess, but my excitement shone through.  I looked like the bride I always wanted to be, married the man of my dreams and we put on an amazing showcase of our love for our family and friends.

Wedding Photography: Forever Photography Studio / Wedding Videography: Blueshore Productions / Ceremony: St. Patrick Church / Reception: Hyatt Regency Coral Gables / Floral Design: Nevot Flower Design / Music: The DJ Connection / Wedding Cake: Eddas Cake Design / Coordination: Events on a Budget / Transportation: Melian Limousines & Antiques / Wedding Invitations, Menus, Favor tags: Ad Art Graphics & Printing / Favors: Iron Works BBQ / Wedding Gown: Blush Bridal Lounge / Bridesmaid Dresses: Jasmine B2 / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Dress Hanger: Etsy / Make-up: Make-up By Marz / Hair Comb: Cassandra Lynne

There’s no rest for the style obsessed bride and so we are taking a quick break from our 4th of July BBQs and beach fun to share this gorgeous Miami wedding by TC Events and Justin and Mary with you. This wedding is a fresh breath of air with its bright flowers and table linens and I’m loving every inch, but especially the two furry aisle attendants. So adorable! Click here for even more!

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From Tamara Cohen of TC Events: Jill and Russ had southern spirit and charm in mind when planning their Miami black tie BBQ.  Jill was truly into the details and personalization behind every element of her event.  From a personalized cornhole game, to drink straws stating “mobile to miami” in their signature cocktail to her bridesmaid specialty Etsy made feature hair pieces.  Justin and Mary Marantz did a fabulous job of shooting the event.From the get go they wanted casual elegance and Miami Beach Botanical garden fit the bill.  It allowed for guests to relax on the white sand beaches and walk to the venue from their hotels.Jill’s dress was a Monique Lullier stunner and her tiny frame made it near impossible to find a birdcage veil that would do the job. The groom sported blue converse all stars and the bridesmaids were given custom feather head adornments as a bridesmaids gift.The ceremony featured galvanized pail lining the aisle.  Jill and Russ’ pets were a particularly important part of the day.  Unfortunately they were not the best of behaved so we made them a custom wagon (in Jill’s colors) and lined it with the underlay from the dining tables so the dogs could be driven — not walked down the aisle.The cocktail hour featured 3 different kinds of lemonade along with an on-site BBQer pulling fresh ribs off the grill.  Passed hors d’ouevres included items like po boy sandwiches and mini slaw cup.A spanish guitarist transitioned the cocktail hour into dimly lit bulb string lights so guests could find their placecards which were strung along a branch style entryway that featured black and white photos of Jill and Russ growing up.Once inside the preliminary ballroom guests were greeted with a gourmet cupcake stand, Black tie BBQ food stations and a photo booth that featured props from the couples competing schools (Groom played football for Auburn while bride was a cheerleader for the Gators).Guest then made their way under the clear tent illuminated with crystal chandeliers and fichus trees with mini string lights.  The linens were a classic lace pattern overlay on a sage green satin.   The flowers were put in mini galvanized buckets along with antique blue glass.All together a stunner in it’s simplicity!

Photography: Justin and Mary / Planner: Tamara Cohen of TC Events / Florist: Dalsimer / Venue: The Miami Beach Botanical Gardens / Gown: Monique Lhuillier / Musicians: AA Musicians / Tent: Platinum Tents / Stationary: Cherish Paperie

It definitely is starting to feel like summer as we head into this long weekend.  The 4th of July has always been one of my favorite holidays.  The grills start heating up, the beaches filling up and everyone has fireworks and fun on the brain.  Speaking of BBQs, we have the chicest, black tie BBQ lined up for you on Monday.  So before you get into that bikini and hit the beach party make sure you check in with us to get your dose of summer wedding inspiration!  Have an amazing and safe weekend! xoxo.

Photography: Justin & Mary Marantz

If you missed any, here are all of our pretty posts from the week:

romantic and playful Jupiter Beach wedding
fun bridesmaids gifts in pretty packages
a beauty battle between a cake and a dress in St. Augustine
a beautiful, romantic video on Islamorada
an adorable, smile-filled engagement session

Some fabulous links from around the web:

such pretty, deserted island bridal inspiration
mmm. this summer inspiration makes me thirsty!
uber-romantic beach camping makes me rethink my weekend plans

Have a glorious weekend and we’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo.

How adorable are these two?  For a couple of self-proclaimed camera shy lovebirds they sure do light up the screen with their infectious grins.  It might have taken some fun props to ease them into the engagement session but by the end they were obviously having a blast.  13:13 Photography does have a way of putting their couples at ease and letting their true love shine.  Click here to see the full gallery!

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From 13:13 Photography…We met Sid and Derek down by the New River Inn in Fort Lauderdale to capture them in all their cuteness. They are both teachers…Sidnaya helps the visually impaired and Derek teaches history. They are self-admittedly camera-shy, so we thought a few props would be a good way to get their minds of the cameras. By the end of the session they were complete pros plus we always feel the best prop to have, is your soul mate.

Photography: 13:13 Photography

I just love watching the wedding cinematography of Serendipity Studios.  The weddings that they film unfold before our eyes capturing intimate and sweet moments and bursting with emotion.  This Islamorada wedding is quite the epic celebration with fire jugglers, a parade and an amazing fireworks show to end the night.  But the most epic part might be the emotion and love that is evident from just these few minutes so don’t be surprised if you end up a little misty eyed by the end like I did!

From Serendipity Studios…Nicole and Rhett traveled from Columbus, Ohio to the beautiful Islamorada in the Florida Keys for their wedding.  The highlights video that they commissioned us to produce was to premiere at their reception back in Ohio two weeks later.  The couple spent the early part of their day getting ready at the luxurious Cheeca Lodge and Spa, and then the bride and groom took separate boat trips from the resort around the island to the ceremony/reception location at Pierre’s.  There they had a beautiful ceremony on the water’s edge followed by a sunset reception dinner.  The party really kicked off when the fire jugglers and the junkanoo parade came rolling in and surprised all of the guests.  The finale of the night was a fantastic fireworks display over the moonlit ocean waters.

Wedding Cinematography: Serendipity Studios / Location: Pierre’s Restaurant / Fire Jugglers: Crazy Eddie the Entertainer / Junkanoo Parade: Sunshine Junkanoo / Prep Location: Cheeca Lodge and Spa

Dress or cake? Dress or cake?  I just can’t make up my mind about which part of this St. Augustine wedding by alex michéle photography I love the most!  They are both so chic and dreamy!  And let’s not forget about the shoes.  Oh, and the flowers!  And the charming and sophisticated details!  I think we’ll just have to call this one a tie because I can’t possible choose!  What’s your favorite?  Spend some time in the full gallery and let me know!

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From alex michéle photography…Lauren & Dave tied the knot on Friday April 22, 2011 at ‘The Riverhouse” in historical St. Augustine, Florida. I couldn’t say enough beautiful things about this couple and the wedding they showcased. From peonies of all shades of pink, to the most delicate and intricate cake I have ever seen, the waterfront ceremony site overlooking one of the oldest cities in the world, the peaks of boats and the lighthouse, the sounds of the string quartet, all the way to the linens with each individual guests name embroidered on it, Lauren’s idea’s did not skip a beat with the decor of this wedding. They even had kid sized ice cream cones during the reception! My favorite parts were the mix of tradition and modern with a southern chic edge. Her color scheme was mint greens, soft creams, pale pinks, deep pinks, and touches of gold. The best word to descried such an event is sophistication!

From the Bride…After meeting in college and enduring graduate and medical school, David and I were looking for a way to express where we came from and where we were heading in one fantastic celebration with family and friends. St. Augustine, Florida was the perfect location, happily located in between our two hometowns of Orlando and Jacksonville, and as the nation’s oldest city, it is effortlessly romantic. We loved visiting the local restaurants, shops, and beaches and knew our guests would, too.

The River House combined the laid-back feel of St. Augustine–the large back porch, view of the lighthouse, moored sailboats, and Bridge of Lions in the background–with modern luxury. Our venue expressed our passion for being on the water and Florida living. A stringed quartet from my church in Jacksonville played beautifully throughout the ceremony and cocktail hour. I envisioned our wedding decor to be a union between old & new. My dress, for example, had that classic Spanish Flamenco feel yet was very fashion-forward. The napkins embroidered with each guests’ first and last names as favors added sophistication, but more importantly we were happy to feel that we took the time to say “thank you” to everyone as individuals with favors instead of everyone getting the same thing.

Venue: The River House / Wedding Photographer: alex michéle photography / Wedding Planner: The BIG Event, Wedding & Party Planning / Wedding Dress: Rivini via Solutions Bridal Designer House / Bridesmaid Dress: Amsale via Bella Bridesmaid /Garter Belt: Florrie Mitton / Hair: Brick Haus Salon / Makeup: Maureen Riley / Ceremony Music: The String Group / Event Sound: Event Sound Entertainment / Catering: The Perfect Pear Catering Co. / Floral Design: Wilson’s Limited / Wedding Cake + Groom’s Cake: Sweet Weddings / Transportation: Golden Hinde Limo / Officiant: Pastor Dan Ott of Anastasia Baptist Church / Wedding Invitations, Escort Boards, Table Numbers, Welcome Bags: Declaration Boutique / Linens: Connie Duglin Linens / Embroidery: Double Stitch Embroidery / Gold Cuffs for Bridesmaids: Laurel Baker, Anchor Boutique

Let’s face it, our ladies do so much for us leading up to and on the wedding day that being a bridesmaid can almost be like having a part-time job!  Of course, they love us which is why they put up with our hysterical phone calls at 2am, shove cake into our hands when we forget to eat and are all around an awesome support system.  Bridesmaids’ should be given a medal for everything they do or at least a fun gift.  When that gift can double as wedding attire even better!  I love the work of Tampa-based designer Oatmeal Lace Designs.  We saw the girls from this wedding rocking the cute clutches.  They are the perfect size to hold everything your wedding warriors might need on the big day.  I asked McKay to share her favorite bags and her advice on planning the ultimate Florida bash!

What sets Florida weddings apart from weddings anywhere else?
One of the best things about planning a wedding in Florida is that if you are set on having an outdoor celebration, you can pretty much do it any month of the year. Of course, if you’rec hoosing Northern Florida, it may be a tad bit chilly in the ‘winter’ but not unbearable. Plus,Florida has such a variety of landscapes- beach wedding? That’s a no brainer.  Southern plantation weddings?   Head on up to my hometown of Tallahassee and options abound! Always dreamed of being a princess on your wedding day? Disney is smack dab in the middle of the state. You can see in the wedding featured here on SMP that the options are endless.

What kind of weddings do you love the most and what is your favorite trend right now?
I’m a sucker for all types of DIY/handmade weddings.  I love seeing handcrafted, thoughtful details that really put that stamp of ‘this is ours’ on the day.  And those details don’t necessarily have to be made exclusively by the bride/bridal party/family/etc.  You don’t consider yourself very ‘crafty’? No problem! Surrounding yourself with great vendors and people who can bring your vision to fruition make all the difference!  Creativity and thinking outside the box would be my favorite trend right now, if you’d consider it a trend…being apart of this amazing online wedding community and seeing the ideas that some of these couples come up with to create their wedding day is truly inspiring.

What is your biggest piece of advice for people planning a wedding?
This is some advice I gave after my wedding and reading over it a year later I’m still nodding myhead in agreement. Make it yours. If you enjoy DIY, do it- if you loathe the idea of crafting for hours on end, don’t feel like you are a failure of a bride. Like I answered in the question above,there are some amazing people out there that can make your vision come alive- reach out to them! Etsy is a godsend. Take in the day- really look around and feel the love surrounding you.It’s an unbelievable sensation. Above all else, stay true to what is important to you and your fiancé. Some people may not agree with or understand your ideas at first, but wait until they seethe day unfold. Getting there can be stressful and uncertain, exciting and wonderful and sometimes just plainhard. But don’t most things worth creating take work? Creating your new family unit will absolutely be worth every minute of stress you face.

Who are your favorite vendor friends in Florida that keep your inspiration flowing?
Oh man. This one is tough. Looking through my daily blog reads, twitter friends and just general online goodness (pinterest, anyone??) there are so many wonderful people out there that provide daily inspiration. As far as some of my favorite Florida friends, Lauren over at Every Last Detail and Megan over at Glamour & Grace provide an unending source of loveliness, fun finds and great tips for brides to be on their blogs daily. If you haven’t checked them out yet, make sure to do so! And as far as business savvy, awesome invitation ideas and great design sense, Emily Ley over at Emily Ley Paper has been by far the most influential on helping me believe in myself and get to where I am today.

Well, you and your bridesmaids are in for a treat because Oatmeal Lace Designs is offering 15% off exclusively to our lucky Style Me Pretty Florida readers!  You can grab a custom clutch for all of your spectacular ladies and one for yourself as well!  Just enter in the promotion code LOVESMP when you check out!  The promotion code will be good until July 5th, 2011.

Photography: Whitney Fletcher / Memories of a Lifetime / Camille Dean Photography / Our Labor of Love

So each and every morning, while sipping on my coffee, I make sure to check out all the fabulous weddings that are happening on our local blogs. (By the way, I highly recommend you do the same as there is absolutely no better way to start your day than with an SMP wedding tour.) And on this particular morning, I just so happened to stumble upon this gorgeous little diddy on SMP Florida Weddings and I just had to share it with all if you! Captured by 13:13 Photography, this wedding is the perfect example of how to do a pink and green color palette the right way and I am loving it!  To see the entire post, click here!

And for even more down home, local weddings, check out our other local blogs and make sure to stay tuned for the next round of local blogs headed your way real soon!

I can think of at least one hundred and one reasons why I love these lovely nuptials captured by the amazing 13:13 Photography (the bride’s stunning gown, the magical location and the charming pink and green color palette to name just a few), but I am seriously crushing on one detail in particular.  Tulips.  I simply adore tulips and, thanks to Heaven & Earth Floral, they are popping up all over this gorgeous wedding.  From the bouquets to the centerpieces, this wedding is tulip-tastic.  And I am LOV-ING it.  So, be sure to join me in the gallery for some tulip adoration and even more amazing details!

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From 13:13 Photography… Jill and Rich’s beautiful beach wedding held at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa. They had perfect weather, a perfect timeline, complete with a “First-look” and pre-ceremony portraits.

Their ceremony site was very unique and unlike most beach-side ceremonies. It was masked under a canopy of mangroves which created soft beautiful light. Jill also accentuated the mangroves by adding paper lanterns along the path to the aisle. (Nice touch!) We were really impressed by the amount of effort, details and do-it-yourself goodness sprinkled throughout the entire day. The reception was no exception with DIY props for their Fauxto-booth, poloroid guest sign-in, candy-bar, and a whole host of other goodies!

Wedding Photography: 13:13 Photography / Wedding Ceremony & Reception Location: Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa / Wedding Coordination: The Bride / Flowers: Heaven & Earth Floral / DJ: Mike Kontos / Lighting & Decor: Celebrations by Kathy / Wedding Cake: Sweet Tiers / Hair & Makeup: The Spa at Jupiter Beach Resort / Wedding Dress: David’s Bridal / Bridesmaid Dresses: Priscilla of Boston / Wedding Signs: Our Hobby to Your Home / Cake Topper: Milk Tea

It has been another fun week at the Style Me Pretty Florida blog jam-packed with jaw-dropping weddings and details!  With summer officially here, we are going to be basking in even more gorgeous celebrations from the sunshine state.  Let’s kick of the first weekend of summer with an adorable video from Cinematique Films in Orlando.  As lovely as this wedding is, the shining of star has to be the spunky flower girl who totally brightened up our day!

If you missed any, here are all of our pretty posts from the week:

a beyond breathtaking beauty in Miami Beach
a super fun modern Florida inspiration board winner
an uber-romantic Club Continental affair
an eclectic DIY, rainy day wedding
a vintage-inspired South Beach engagement

Some fabulous links from around the web:

host a movie night with Bash, Please over at Design*Sponge
a cute, modern DIY take on the floral garland on 100 layer cake
how to set a formal table by Mrs. Lillian at the sweetest occasion

Have a glorious weekend and we’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo.

I can’t think of a better way to jump start the first official weekend of summer than with this vintage-inspired South Beach engagement session.  These stunning images by Heidi of Our Labor of Love have me daydreaming of long sunny days on the beach and a pair of super cute roller skates.  I’m taking a cue from this gorgeous couple and making my weekend plans now.  Before I roll off into the sunset, make sure to join me in the gallery for even more sunny day inspiration!

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From the Bride… My now-husband Sean and I are Miami natives, so naturally the beach is one of our favorite places. We knew that when the time came, we’d shoot our engagement pictures there but we wanted to do it with a twist. We decided on a subtle 70’s Miami beach theme since we are particularly fond of both that decade and our fabulous city. We rented skates from a South Beach skate shop and had a blast trying our best not to fall while the very talented Heidi of Our Labor of Love snapped our pictures. We then changed into swimsuits to frolic on the shore and have a few beers on the sand. The shirt that Sean is wearing with his swim trunks was a local vintage shop find and it has become one of his wardrobe favorites. Our love shoot ended in the quiet alleys of bustling South Beach at night. The entire day felt magical, and we were even able to include our furbaby Fiona Apple in a few images.

Photography: Heidi Geldhauser of Our Labor of Love / Location: South Beach, Miami, Florida

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

Do yourself a little favor this lovely Tuesday and allow some time in your day to get a little lost in these dreamy images from Key West by Mi Amore Foto. Close your office door or turn your computer ever so slightly in your cubical so you can really soak up all the loveliness. The setting of this wedding will have you swooning, the flower girls will have you ready to pinch cheeks and the engagement ring will have you oohing and ahhing. There is oh so much more in the full gallery, so keep that door closed and dive on in.

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From Mi Amore Foto…Karli and Jonathan are some of the warmest people I have ever met. As a destination wedding photographer, you are pretty much going into the situation blind. I mean, you have phone conversations, an occasional Skype, but you don’t usually meet face to face until the wedding day. So, you always wonder what the couple will really be like, nerves and all. From the moment I walked into the beautiful cottage house, at the Westin, until the moment I left, Karli and Jonathan made me feel like a guest at their wedding. I couldn’t have felt more like family.

There were many beautiful moments, from everyone in prayer circles before the wedding, to Karli’s father crying the whole ceremony (I’m a sucker for dad’s crying). There were even a group of ladies who made their own hats saying,”THIS is the Royal wedding!” It was a really warm day in the Keys, but not as warm as the energy you felt around this couple and their loved ones.

It was also neat because this was the first wedding that the Westin, Sunset Key, was setting up a large tent for the wedding.  They did an outstanding job and everything went flawlessly.

Wedding Photography: Mi Amore Foto / Wedding Gown: Paloma Blanca / Bridesmaid Dresses: JCrew / Invitations: Michael’s / Floral Designs: Milan Events / Wedding Cake and Desserts: Key West Cakes / Groomsmen Attire: Nordstroms / Hair and Makeup: The Bride / Bride’s Hair Accessory: Untamed Petals / Wedding Planner: Swankey Events / Venue and Catering: The Westin Resort on Sunset Key

First, I just want to send a shout out to all you talented board builders!  You totally knocked my socks off with your super inspiration board building abilities!  I had so much fun checking out your ideas for the ultimate Florida celebration.  I would be happy to see any of them brought to life!  I was really blown away by this sweet blue and orange number by sugar(ed).  There are so many darling details that would make this the perfect Florida wedding.  Of course, the bright palette is a must for those Gators fans and the little orange fruit details just scream sunshine state.  I’m also wild about the flag theme that is happening throughout and all the unexpected ways it can be brought into your wedding decor.  It is really just brillant and beautiful!  Thank you, sugar(ed)!

Before I get to the Buying Guide for the winning board, I have to say that I was wildly impressed with every board that you all made.  It was certainly hard to make a final decision especially since I absolutely fell in love with this board by Jeanette.  It is ethereal, romantic, a little bit modern, a little bit beachy and a lot perfect.

And now for a fun Buying Guide based on sugar(ed)‘s board.  The thing I love most about this board is that it has vintage elements, DIY elements and modern elements all wrapped up in one pretty, whimsical package.  There are so many ways that it can be interpreted and with plenty of budget-friendly options for turning it into a rockin’, Florida celebration!

1. To tie in the orange color palette and one of Florida’s largest exports, orange soda is such a fun, unexpected and refreshing treat for guests before the ceremony starts.  We all know that the weather in Florida is not always ideal and this is such a cute way to beat the heat.  Trader Joe’s has their own vintage-inspired orange cream soda!

2. Of course, you’ll want to dress that soda up with some sweet drink flags like these from Etsy seller Loralee Lewis.  I especially love them paired with the orange and white striped straws!  Perfect for a favor or escort tag!

3.  For a bit of vintage whimsy, mismatched vintage plates bring a pop of color to the table.  If you don’t feel like scouring thrift stores, Unique Tabletop from Classic Party Rental has a great collection to rent!

4.  Any old cake just wouldn’t do for this fun fiesta!  I love this playful sweet treat and the blue and orange crepe flowers are just too cute!

5.  Hello Lucky! has an awesome collection of destination invitation designs from LA to Paris. Their Miami collection is absolutely perfect for our vivacious celebration!

6. There are so many ways to tie in the flag theme from the place cards to the drink stirrers but my favorite might be these giant DIY flags.  Line your ceremony aisle or have the flower girls parade them down!

7.  Bring a little modern edge into the centerpieces with sleek white containers filled with unexpected flowers and fruit.  I love the use of kumquats in this unique arrangement.  It is glam and gorgeous but still totally fun and playful!

8.  And, of course, let’s not forget about our fun-loving groom.  I have a feeling this Southern fella could totally pull off an orange bow tie like this!