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The wedding colors were Cream, White, Gold, Champagne, and Ivory.

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The design, vibe and vision of Brooke and Rhyse’s wedding day was timeless, elegant, and traditional. The couple was inspired by the Don Cesar Hotel’s 20s vibe and liked how this design choice complimented the hotel. The beautiful details selected for their decor, reflected their vision through and through.

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Rhyse planned an elaborate, surprise proposal with his parent’s original engagement ring. Brooke said yes on Atlantic Beach and her entire immediate family was there to celebrate! The evening was spent in a tent under the stars with the two families getting to know each other while celebrating the couple.

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Brooke selected a stunning gown that complimented the elegance of her overall wedding style perfectly. Her gown was fitted with a heart shaped neckline and lace sleeves. The train her of her dress incorporated the same lace matching her delicate sleeves. Our favorite detail of her gown was the oval shaped open back, framed with the delicate lace details. The gown designer was Essence of Australia.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Brooke’s bridesmaids all wore floor length black gowns. This added to the timeless elegance in her wedding vision, and was the perfect color choice for the black tie affair! [/field]
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Groom’s attire was purchased from Nic’s Toggery in Tallahassee

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]At cocktail hour guests were greeted with passed champagne, each draped with custom ‘B’ drink toppers. A lot of personalized details were utilized during cocktail hour and within the bar set ups through the event. The mirrored bar menus included the couples crest, as well as a selection of customized drink stirrers at each bar. For the passed appetizers, these were served on a acrylic tray that incorporated custom inserts of the couples crest as well.

For the reception dinner, guests were served a duo entree of grilled filet and grouper. Accompanying dinner, was wine service.

Brooke and Rhyse provided a loaded french fry bar and slider station for their guests to enjoy later into the reception! You can never go wrong with the addition of a late night snack!
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MMD Events provided a beautiful elegant and timeless design for the overall event. Not a detail was missed with customization throughout the evening, really making this event unique to the couple. Raining Roses Production provided the most beautiful white floral arrangements. They embraced everything timeless, elegant, and traditional in each display which elevated the design to the next level!

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The wedding cake was an all white 5-tier cake with florals cascading down into florals surrounded the base of the bottom tier. The selected flavors were vanilla bean and decadent chocolate!

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One special detail this couple had at their wedding was the mix of a DJ and Live Fusion. They really wanted a DJ, but also having the option of live musicians.

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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]What better way to celebrate than with an 8 tier champagne tower? The couple brought more luxury into their day with this addition. The toasted with their first pour being Dom Perignon! [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]An addition of a live painter was included in cocktail hour. Brooke and Rhyse wanted her to capture the beautiful details of the cocktail hour as well as the hotel backdrop in the courtyard with them painted at the top of the stairs! [/field]
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Photography: Cornelia Zaiss Photography | Cinematography: Voila Cinematic | Event Design: MMD Events | Event Planning: Parties A' La Carte | Invitations: URBANcoast | Reception Venue: Don Cesar Hotel | Beauty: D2+Co. | Live Painter: Melissa Mubger | Music: Tampa Bay DJ Company

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Alison and James’ wedding vision included clean lines, taupe linens, vivid white florals, and the most elegant modern gold details. This design paired perfectly with the selected ceremony and reception space, creating a romantic fairytale setting to celebrate their start to forever! [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Alison’s wedding gown was purchased at The Dressing Room in St. Petersburg. The A-Line shape and delicate floral lace, complimented the couples wedding vision and made this bride feel like she was living her fairytale. The gown even brought James to tears during their private first look, when he was presented with his stunning bride for the first time! [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests were greeted at the ceremony with a welcome glass of champagne presented on a hedge wall, providing a lovely first impression.

Following the ceremony guests enjoyed passed hors d’ouvers, cocktails and conversations on the lovely Esplanade.

For dinner guests received a duo- entree of Red wine Braised Short Rib & Seared Grouper. This was accompanied by Cauliflower Risotto, roasted asparagus, and white wine butter sauce. The Vinoy Resort offers delicious meals and top notch service leaving your guests with a 5 star dining experience! [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Organic centerpieces flooded the space in the Grand Ballroom, along with floral hedges and romantic candlelight. Velvet chairs outlined in gold brought more modern and clean lines to each setting. The gold-rimmed chargers complimented the gold-rimmed glassware like a match made in heaven. Patterned napkins topped with vellum menus were also a perfect pair. Overall, the reception was stunning down to each detail.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was a 5 tiered masterpiece created by Hands on Sweets. The middle layer displayed the most beautiful monochromatic floral design, and was accented by blush and white florals and dainty greenery. Even the simplest of details in cake designs can create a big impact! The selected flavor was pink champagne cake with raspberry coulis and raspberry buttercream! [/field]
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Photography: Photography By Avery | Videography: Mars and Moon Films | Event Design: MMD Events | Event Planning: Parties A' La Carte | Floral Design: Kaleidoscope Floral | Wedding Dress: The Dressing Room - St. Pete | Cake: Hands On Sweets | Wedding Venue: Vinoy Resort & Golf Club | Beauty: Lasting Luxe | Ceremony Entertainment: IBEX Productions - Bella Musica | Cocktail Hour Linens: Over The Top Linens | Cocktail Hour Rentals: A Chair Affair | Cocktail and Reception Entertainment: The Miami Beats | Dance Floor: Letz Dance On It | Draping: Got You Covered Events | Invitations | Day of Paper: Urban Coast | Linens | Chairs: Nuage Designs | Live Painter: Nancy Spielman | Sparklers: Spark Wedding Events | Stage: Mobile Wind | Tabletop Rentals: Treasury Rentals | Weddings Rings: Gold and Diamond Source

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Blush, green, beige, ivory, gold[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Inspired by the grandeur of cathedrals, Nicole and Nathan’s wedding included striking custom architectural elements for their regal and luxurious celebration in St. Petersburg. They selected the Vinoy Resort for its glamorous Mediterranean Revival style, which included a modern shade of pink on the exterior and spectacular waterfront views of Florida’s Tampa Bay.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Nicole and Nathan were engaged while on a trip to Marie Selby Gardens in Florida. The Wishing Tree, where visitors from across the globe tie colorful wishes to the branches, was the perfect spot to propose. The couple has been together since age fifteen and, with time, have cultivated a resilience in growing together in each new season of life. Nathan led Nicole beneath the tree and sealed their love with his greatest wish — to be married! [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]In alignment with Berta’s extravagant detail and couture mantra, Nicole’s wedding gown matched every luxury of her wedding day. Her look included a full ballgown of elaborate floral applique atop layers of nude mesh and tulle, regal long sleeves, and a sexy plunge neckline.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Nicole’s bridesmaids each sported a unique floor-length gown in an array of neutral hues.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Nathan was dressed in a custom tuxedo by Tom James. He wore a white jacket with black pants and accessories. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Guests had the option between gulf grouper with citrus butter sauce and grilled filet with port wine jus, cauliflower risotto, and charred broccolini.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Guests arrived at an open-air ceremony on the Esplanade waterfront lawn. Custom pointed arches were decorated in greenery and marked the aisle with an air of elegance. The couple stood at the altar set on an elevated platform decorated with candles, florals, and more touches of greenery. An outdoor cocktail hour channeled the same cathedral inspiration, with similar archways constructed behind the bar. The wedding reception moved to the Grand Ballroom, where velvet couches surrounded the custom oval dancefloor. An array of glowing candles and magnificent floral installations overhead decorated each table. Signage included the couple’s custom monogram, as well as a guest list inspired by the idea of a family crest.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The couple served a pink champagne wedding cake with raspberry coulis, raspberry buttercream, and cream cheese icing. The towering, five-tier masterpiece was decorated with sugar roses that climbed up the side.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Nicole and Nathan’s unconventional guest book, a large wooden “S,” was handmade by Nicole’s Uncle Tony and cousin Marcos, 2nd and 3rd generation craftsmen who continued a tradition started by Nicole’s grandfather. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Nicole and her mom crafted unique favors for their guests, which included an oyster shell painted gold on one side, with a decoupage watercolor photo of the Vinoy on the other.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The night ended with all of the guests on the dance floor for a festive Hora Loca.[/field]
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Photography: Ledia Tashi Photography | Videographer: Mars and Moon Films | Event Planning: Parties A' La Carte | Floral Design: Bruce Wayne Florals | Dress: Berta | Cake: Hands On Sweets | Hair and Makeup: Beauty by Ashlee Ann | Tux: Tom James | Ceremony Music: Jade Strings | Wedding Venue: Vinoy Resort & Golf Club | Ballroom Rentals: Decora Event Furniture Rentals | Dance Floor: Letz Dance On It | Decor: MMD Events | Dress Store: Chic Parisien | Hora Loca: Jade Strings | Invitations & Day of Paper: URBANcoast | Linens: Nuage Designs | Linens: Over The Top Linens | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Photobooth: The Gala Photobooth | Reception Dinner Quintet: Total Entertainment | Reception Dueling Pianos: Howl At The Moon | Rentals: A Chair Affair | Tabletop Rentals: Treasury Rentals

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The couple’s color story not only incorporated soft ocean blues and greens but an entirely new take on a neutral color palette.

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Elyssa and John’s luxurious wedding day embodied their love of the ocean with a modern take on a neutral color palette. Making for a memorable location, Vinoy Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg, Florida, hosted their celebration. This remarkable pink hotel was built in the 1920s and included stunning architecture, elegant hallways, wrought iron chandeliers, and one-of-a-kind entryways for photo ops.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]Neither Elyssa nor John expected to meet their future partner in the world of orthodontia. John was Elyssa’s mentor during her orthodontics residency. The couple jokes that they fell in love after spending hours together talking about teeth. John proposed to Elyssa on a romantic trip to Barcelona, where they wandered down a side street after an incredible dinner out in the city. [/field]
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Elyssa wore a fitted crepe gown by Jane Hill, which offered a high-fashion feel to the timeless silhouette. She paired this look with stunning natural three-stone earrings that gave her look a beachy detail and changed into a halter jumpsuit for the reception.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridal party wore the prettiest array of seashell-approved neutrals in the tones of blush, taupe, champagne, and lilac. [/field]
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John wore a classic tux by Vera Wang.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Elyssa and John had several food stations for their reception, including a carving station, a mac & cheese station, and a “Taste of St. Petersburg” station which included grouper sliders and Cuban sandwiches. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]A heavenly reception arch was set at the altar, made up of subdued pink, peach, and blue flowers. Transforming for the reception, the outdoor space was set with washed-out blue linens, golden accents, and floral arrangements in every direction. Guests dined outdoors with a dreamy view of Tampa Bay.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The couple’s monochromatic cake included four tiers and an array of neutral roses gathered on the side.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]One of Elyssa’s favorite memories is being thrown in the air during her favorite karaoke song — “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now” by Celine Dion.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The couple honeymooned in Thailand after the celebration was over.[/field]
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Photography: Photography By Avery | Event Planning: Parties A' La Carte | Floral Design: Bruce Wayne Florals | Wedding Dress: Alice In Ivory | Wedding Dress: Jane Hill | Cake: Hands On Sweets | Invitations: Shine Wedding Invitations | Shoes: Tribut Ives Saint Laurent | DJ: Grant Hemond And Associates | Wedding Venue: Vinoy Resort & Golf Club | Beauty: Beauty by Ashlee Ann | Chargers & Flatware: So Staged | Day of Paper: URBANcoast | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Photobooth: The Gala Photobooth | Rentals: Infinity Event Solutions

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What does a winter wedding look like in Florida, you ask? Well, it looks like this collection of pretty images from Ledia Tashi. A mostly-winter white palette, with touches of silver, fresh peonies and a side of pink venue thanks to Vinoy Renaissance. One look at the captures below and you’ll be floating on whimsy, magic and elegance. Dive in right here!

What did you envision your wedding being prior to planning?

I wanted a beautiful all white wedding with touches of silver. We decided on December, right before Christmas to do the wedding. Vinoy park right outside the hotel we had our wedding in st Pete was filled with lights. We wanted our out of town guests to really enjoy the atmosphere and have a good time! The weather around this time in Florida is absolutely perfect. Little to no chances of rain and cool weather with no humidity and beautiful sunny weather. I couldn’t have asked for a better day.

What was your color palette and your style vision?

All white wedding, touches of gray. My vision was luxe, flowers everywhere. The main focal point for me was the stage where my husband and I would sit in front of the dance floor. This is where people come up to greet the bride and groom and take pictures. I wanted a halo above the white sofa with florals dangling from above and arrangements around the stage.

What unique elements or DIY details did you include?

One unique element was the “getting ready room.” I wanted a beautiful space for the bridal party to be together, get ready for the day and have a good time. We draped an area in this meeting room, with a white sofa to take pictures on, white floral arrangement and a mannequin to display my wedding gown.

What was your favorite moment? Your favorite crafted detail?

That’s an easy one. Definitely the first look was my favorite moment. I was so excited but so nervous to see his reaction. He used to always ask me and my sister about the dress and what it looked like. I would give him wrong details to try and throw him off. I was so glad when he turned around and I got to see that smile again. He loved it and I could wait to spend the rest of the day with him.

Tell us about your flowers, your gown, your favors, your cake, etc.

Our wedding favors were also from Jordan. They were acrylic Qurans in a clear box with touches of gray. On the top it stated “mashAllah” in Arabic which means “God willing.” My flower bouquet was all white peony, with white satin ribbon. My bridesmaids bouquets were a mixture of white hydrangea, peony and roses. My flower girls had white roses and baby’s breath for flower crows with a white ribbon in the back.

What is one piece of advice that you could give brides-to-be?

To just relax! All the details leading up the wedding can be super stressful. I remember feeling so overwhelmed. But you just need to have faith that your vision will come to life and all the vendors you had hired will make sure that you and your husband have the most unforgettable experience that you’ll cherish for the rest of your lives.

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Photographer: Ledia Tashi Photography | Videography: Voila Cinematic | Coordination: John Campbell Weddings | Floral Design: Milly's Florals and Events | Bakery: The Artistic Whisk | Reception Venue: Vinoy Renaissance Resort | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Portia and Scarlett | Catering: Vinoy Renaissance Hotel | Groom's Attire: Suitsupply | Groomsmen's Attire: The Fancy Frock | DJ / Entertainment: Ahmad Kanaan | Farheti: Event Decor | Fashion Designer: Louboutin | Sparkler Fountains, Dry Ice Cloud, Dance Floor Lighting, DJ and : Spark Wedding Events

A classic blush and gold wedding just doesn’t disappoint and when it’s as pretty as this one here, well, it’s a win-win. K&K Photography captured this fall Florida fete at the Museum of Fine Arts and we’re smitten with every stylish bit of it, from the beautiful Bride and her maids to the cutest little flower girl we ever did see. Join us in this swoon fest right this way!

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From K&K Photography… Chelsea and Steven prepped for their big day at the Historical Vinoy Renaissance Hotel of Downtown St. Pete, followed by a heart-warming ceremony in the garden of the Museum of Fine Arts. They then danced the night away with close friends and family in the Conservatory at the museum. Such a gorgeous day!!

Photography: K and K Photography, LLC | Floral Design: Wonderland Floral Art | Wedding Dress: Essense of Australia | Invitations: Paperless Post | Bride's Shoes: Stuart Weitzmen | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | Hair + Makeup: Femme Akoi | Groom's Attire: Hugo Boss | Wedding Venue: Museum Of Fine Arts | Bridal Boutique: Malindy Elene | Cake Artist: Olympia Catering | Save the Date: Minted

This wedding is a day of three parts. Part one, a beautiful ceremony in front of the bride’s family home. Part two, champagne at sunset. And part three, a tented reception that’s straight from our dreams. Kuddos to Tracie Domino Events, A&P Designs, Sperry Tents, and the entire vendor crew for a stunning celebration captured by Justin DeMutiis Photography and Voila Cinematic.

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From Justin DeMutiis Photography…As guests arrived for Caroline and Brad’s wedding at her parents’ home on Snell Isle, they were guided through a three-part journey of celebration. Starting with a garden-inspired ceremony at the front of the home where the couple exchanged vows, followed by cocktails at the gorgeous guest house where guests sipped champagne and watched the sunset, to the final transition where the guests followed the whimsical light of the luminaries along the water’s edge, until they were welcomed into the luxurious glowing sailcloth tent for an event of dinner and dancing.

Photography: Justin DeMutiis Photography | Cinematography: Voila Cinematic | Event Planning: Tracie Domino Events | Floral Design: MMD Events | Wedding Dress: Inbal Dror | Cake: The Cake Zone | Stationery: A&P Designs | Hair + Makeup: Rachel Reumann | Band: Kamil Haddad | Officiant: Michael DeArruda | Officiant: St. Athanasius Syriac Church | Hotel: Hollander Hotel | Hotel: Vinoy Renaissance | After Party Catering: Tampa Bay Food Truck Rally | Backup Generator: Coastal Rental Center | Brunch Venue: Vinoy Renaissance | Catering + Rehearsal Dinner: Parkshore Grill | Ceremony Music + DJ: Impulse Entertaiment | Event Decor: MMD Events | Executive Restrooms: Waterloo Washrooms | Gown Boutique: Blush Bridal | Security: Sunken Gardens | Tent Rentals: Sperry Tents | Valet: 717 Parking | Wooden Signage: Paper & Pine Co.

This bride wanted a dress that was anything but ordinary, and we’re giving her the official job well done. She opted for a halter neck, tulle skirt Tara Keely customized it to fit all her dress dreams. It was the perfect attire for a classic Floria wedding, and thanks to Kallima Photography we’re getting an inside look at the big day, fashion moments and all.

From The Bride…Rob and I were married at the First Presbyterian Church in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. From the moment we began planning our wedding, there was one thing Rob and I immediately agreed on…we wanted our wedding weekend to be as memorable for our guests as it would be for us.

We chose St. Pete as the location with this in mind, everyone could be in walking distance from each other and from all the venues all weekend long. Our reception was held at the Museum of Fine Arts, located in the middle of downtown right along the water, with the most beautiful views of Tampa Bay.

In searching for my dress, I knew I wanted a look that had some kind of sleeves or straps, as I am not one for anything strapless, but I didn’t quite know what that look was. I also envisioned my dress incorporating tulle, I’ve always thought tulle skirts give off an airy, lighthearted and romantic feel. When I tried on the Tara Keely gown, it felt as if it was made for me, and my seamstress Rita was able to customize it so that it truly was. She worked so the bodice of the dress fit seamlessly and also customized the back by adding thin straps – just what it needed.

The lace bodice of the dress had scalloped edges and was exactly the right amount of classic bridal I wanted in my look. The skirt was perfectly airy and light, yet still fitted below the layers of tulle, adding in the slightest hint of a contemporary feel. The finishing touch was wearing my sister’s veil that matched the tulle in my skirt perfectly.

The months of planning and attention to details led to our wedding day exceeding my expectations in every way possible. Most of all, it was so unbelievably special to have all of our favorite people that mean so much to Rob and I in one place to share in our love and commitment to each other.

Photography: Kallima Photography | Coordination: Olympia Catering | Floral Design: Redman Steele Florist | Wedding Dress: JLM Couture, Inc | Ceremony Venue: First Presbyterian Church St. Petersburg | Reception: Museum Of Fine Arts | Bride's Shoes: Stuart Weitzmen | Jewelry: Beard's Jewelry | Catering: Olympia Catering | Hair + Makeup: Jess Waldrop | Band: Bay Kings Band | Groom's Attire: Calvin Klein

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There’s glamour and then there’s sequin dresses, men in tuxedos, art museum wedding reception glamour. This exquisite day from Jacqui Cole Photography is the latter. From the regal black, ivory and gold A&P Designs to every gorgeous detail planned by Tracie Domino Events, this Florida wedding is all kinds of fabulous. See for yourself with each and every pretty picture in The Vault!

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From Jacqui Cole Photography…Shooting a wedding day like Coley and Matt’s really reminds me of how lucky I am to have this job. Their love for each other just shone throughout the whole day! Just before the ceremony I specifically remember asking Matt if he was nervous. Without hesitation he said he was just so excited to marry his best friend and couldn’t wait to be her husband. This love was evident through every hug, a tearful first look and a joyful celebration that carried into the evening.

Tracie Domino Events executed Coley’s vision perfectly. Her color choices were ivory with accents of gold and rose gold. Through using simple and elegant floral arrangements on top of glitzy linens Coley’s wedding vision came to life! Her bridesmaids looked absolutely stunning in their Badgley Mishka dresses from Rent the Runway and of course Coley herself made every jaw drop in her boutique gown. The guests danced the night away to the Phase 5 Band who kept the dance floor packed all night! Coley and Matt left their wedding through an amazing sparkler exit and onto a horse drawn carriage – how perfect can it get?! So many congratulations to the happy couple!

Photography: Jacqui Cole Photography | Event Planning: Tracie Domino Events | Floral Design: The Flower Centre | Invitations: A&P Designs | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Badgley Mischka | Catering: Olympia Catering | Makeup: Tampa Premier Artists | Band: Phase 5 Band | Venue: St Petersburg Museum Of Fine Arts | Bridal Boutique: CC's Bridal | Bridal Boutique - Bridesmaids' Dresses: Rent The Runway | Getting Ready Venue: The Redmont Hotel

Christina and Tony planned the perfect museum wedding. Reason being? Their love was the ultimate work of art on display. I mean, how sweet is that!? An elegant celebration complete with A&P Designs and sentimental meaning, Sunglow Photography captured it all to share and thankfully we can relive each and every moment in The Vault!

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From the Bride… Tony and I were married on May 1, 2015, under the shade of a beautiful banyan tree at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida. Since our wedding was in the spring, we wanted it to feel very fresh, natural, and romantic. We used lots of different shades of green along with ivory, champagne, gold, and pops of peach.

We kept our wedding intimate and had fun adding many meaningful, personal touches to the day. I carried the same purse used by my mom on her wedding day. It was lovingly made by my maternal grandmother, who was a wedding dress designer. A picture of my late maternal grandparents proudly hung from my purse along with a “lucky” jade charm from Tony’s grandmother and a gold cross from his aunt.

Instead of having a traditional cake topper, we used a teacup and saucer from an heirloom china set gifted to us by Tony’s parents. Our wedding favors included mini boxes of warm Krispy Kremes, because anyone who knows Tony, knows how much he loves his donuts! And of course, we wrote and exchanged our own wedding vows; we wouldn’t have had it any other way!

What we will treasure most about our wedding day was the overwhelming sense of excitement, love, and support we felt from our friends and family. Everyone was smiling ear-to-ear all day, and it was just so cool to see how happy they were to celebrate our marriage!

Photography: Sunglow Photography | Event Planner: Lisa Mohyla Of Exquisite Events | Floral Design: Creations by Mylez Edward | Invitations: A&P Designs | Catering: Olympia Catering | Hair + Makeup: Michele Renee The Studio | DJ: The Party Doctors Productions | Wedding Venue: St Petersburg Museum Of Fine Arts

This St. Pete e-sesh is what happens when you mashup good style, sweet love and the sea all into one pretty package. Jacqui Cole captured Coley and Matt, along with their adorable mini golden doodle, on the sun-kissed waterfront surrounded by lush greens and a warm breeze. Escape to the full gallery for even more.

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From Jacqui Cole… Coley and Matt’s engagement session was perfectly intimate and natural. They decided to roam around their hometown of St Pete, FL for their session. We started the session at the historic Vinoy Renaissance, where their mini golden doodle made a wonderful appearance! As the sun set over the harbor we made our way out onto the docks where Coley and Matt released their balloons. Coley’s impeccable sense of style, paired with their natural connection turned out so beautiful on film!

From the beautiful Bride-to-be… Matt and I have known each other for years, it was only a matter of the right timing till acquaintances became sparks, and sparks quickly became love. Not even a year went by before he was down on one knee, with our dog by our side, and he was asking for my hand in marriage.

For the engagement session I knew I wanted it to be near our wedding site, but in an area where we won’t be able to catch on our wedding day. We’re getting married at the St. Pete Museum of Fine Arts this coming October. Since I love photos that include greenery and nature, the hidden backdrops of St. Pete were perfect! When choosing what to wear for the session it wasn’t too hard for me – I love dresses, I mean loveee dresses. So being in anything other than that would just be uncomfortable so I picked outfits that made me feel pretty and most of all comfortable. As nervous as I was, I couldn’t believe how much our photographer eased our nerves. It was actually fun and i never expected that! I would definitely advise all the brides-to-be who are waiting for the engagement session to just take a deep breath and trust your photographer. You can plan all you want in your head, but ultimately, they are the one catching the shots. So be comfortable, laugh as much as you can, and be yourself.

When planning our wedding I think finding the right planner was key. They will direct you to the best connections they have. If you trust your planner, they will make sure to trust their recommended vendors. It will always be a win win! I’m so excited for the big day and walking down the isle in a dress I’m obsessed with to marry the man I keep falling more and more in love with everyday. It all seems so surreal still.

Photography: Jacqui Cole Photography | Event Planning: Tracie Domino Events | Black Heels: Louboutin | White Dress: Forever 21

This garden soiree from K and K Photography is romantic right down to it’s very core. The Bride’s story says it all. A long distance love affair, a handwritten poem proposal and touches of Shakespeare led to a gorgeous day filled with pure love. Get your swoon on in the gallery.

From the beautiful Bride… I am about to graduate my residency in Pediatrics at the University of Florida and move to St. Louis for a fellowship in Pediatric Allergy. My (now) husband lives in St. Louis where he is a high school science teacher. We first met eight years ago in Belize during a medical trip but did not start dating until much later. Because of our mutual love of poetry and the fact that we have been long distance all this time, writing each other poems is how we grew to be good friends and eventually start dating. Tim proposed to me with a poem that he had written (which I should have seen coming, but it was a total surprise!). Because of our passion for poetry/books/reading, we decided to incorporate this into our wedding by having our friends read some of our favorite passages from novels and poems at the ceremony. Also, chess is a significant part of Tim’s life (he has a king piece tattooed on his arm!) so we decided to also include some touches of chess here and there. We included images of the king/queen on our invitation, Tim’s boutonniere had the king chess piece while my bouquet had the queen chess piece, all the groomsmen’s boutonnieres had the knight, our favors were a chocolate king piece and a white chocolate queen piece with a tag reading “you move me”. We did a lot of DIY projects because my mom and I enjoy them so much. She cut out a book in which our rings were displayed and she made the cut out of the man and woman holding hands to represent us (him an english book, me a persian book). I made the table numbers by printing on pages of Romeo and Juliet from an old Shakespeare book. All in all, we simply wanted a romantic and poetic feel to the wedding in a way that represented our love and passions.

Photography: K and K Photography, LLC | Videography: Voila Cinematic | Florist: Dana Dineen Floral Design | Wedding Gown: The White Closet (Cindy And Sarah) | Cake: The Aspen Institute At Wye River | Ceremony Venue: The Aspen Institute At Wye River | Reception Venue: The Aspen Institute At Wye River | Make Up: Femme Akoi | DJ: DJ LV Productions | Ceremony Drapery And Chandeliers: My Event Design

This wedding goes beyond the standard gorgeous fare. The pretty pastel florals by Iza’s Flowers or the glamorous details by Special Moments are all making an appearance. But what really strikes a cord is that all those pretty moments were planned by the Bride-to-be while her love was deployed over seas. And the culmination of all that love and planning and waiting is so, so sweet. Have a look at all the imagery by Captured Photography By Jenny right here.

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Nick and Candi’s wedding was a celebration of their love. Nick has been deployed 3 times since their relationship began. Candi did a lot of the wedding planning and organizing while Nick was over seas. They couldn’t wait to get married to each other with their closest family and friends.

Photography: Captured Photography by Jenny | Event Planning: Special Moments | Floral Design: Iza's Flowers | Cake: Cakes by Carolyn | Reception Venue: Pasadena Yacht Club | Chair Rentals: Signature Event Rentals

I’ve never met Andi Mans in person, but I am fairly certain we would be besties.  That’s a knowledge that comes with the years and years I have spent getting to know her and her amazing work, and loving every last second of her heart and creativity.  In other words, she’s a lady that really understands (and loves) weddings… and this pretty party she captured on her very own birthday is a prime example of just how awesome her work can be.  It’s romantic stylings meets lush blooms by Josey Posey meets all kinds of St. Petersburg pretty.  See it all in the full gallery.

From Andi Mans Photography… This beautiful day landed on my birthday! Yes, some might say “you worked on your birthday?!”  But honestly, I love what I do and it’s a wedding… I love my brides! I had such a good time and my day was filled with so much love! Beautiful bride Leslie and her bridesmaids even sang “Happy Birthday” to me, it was SO sweet! I traveled to the west coast of Florida to St. Petersburg at the beautiful Vinoy resort. The two are now residing in Hawaii because Chris the groom is in the Army, nice location, eh? Both Chris and Leslie are from Florida and had their closest friends and family attend, it was filled with big smiles, fun dancing and love all around. Enjoy!

Photography: Andi Mans | Photography: Andi Mans Photography And Design | Floral Design: Josey Posey | Wedding Dress: Malindy Elene | Wedding Venue: The Aspen Institute At Wye River | Dress Designer: Reem Acra | Makeup/Hair: Christine Gold | Sign Decor: Sweet Carolina Collective

Let’s talk about fabulously chic weddings for a moment, shall we?  Fabulously chic weddings held at the always breathtaking Postcard Inn with enough crazy gorgeous DIY details to fill your entire Wednesday with pretty.  Because that, my friends, is exactly what this is.  A picture perfect St. Petersburg affair where a crafty bride and groom (+ awesome friends and family) created a day that is all kinds of amazing… and all kinds of happy.  See it all captured beautifully by Shipra Panosian in the full gallery.

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From Shipra Panosian… Mary & Kevin’s special event all took place at the gorgeous beachfront Postcard Inn in St. Pete, Florida. The location was popping with color and pretty eye catching details. To keep this special day reflecting the bride and groom’s personalities and tastes the all the decor was DIY by Mary and her friends. This beach side wedding was such a joy to photograph!

Photography: Shipra Panosian Photography | Flowers: Fifty Flowers | Wedding Location: Postcard Inn

We get our fair share of romance here at SMP. Aside from the obvious insider’s peek into every beautiful wedding that graces our pages, we get to hear a few love stories along the way. And this one takes the cake (it’s all spelled out by the stunning bride below). Voila Cinematic captured a love story worthy of the big screen, and we love, love, love it.

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From the gorgeous bride… Four years ago and the first day of my new job, I met a very handsome colleague named Kosta, who happened to work for the same branch of government as me in New Jersey. I wouldn’t say it was love at first sight, but there was no denying the sparks between us when we first locked eyes. Neither of us was available at that time and even if we were, there was no breaking that golden rule of not dating people you work with. A few weeks later, my office moved and one year later he randomly showed up at my office to just to say hi. Same sparks, but this time we were both living single and were no longer working in the same office. To my surprise, I later received an email from him asking if I wanted to go out sometime. We played it safe making it an ‘unofficial’ work date, but it was obvious there was something brewing between us… fireworks!

One week later, Kosta asked me out on an ‘official’ dinner date. Prior to meeting, he sent me a text that said, “I booked us a vacation!” (What? Is he crazy!) Over our dinner date, Kosta would not disclose where this vacation was taking us, but that he had booked it four months ahead. So I said to him, “Well what happens if we are not still dating by then?” He simply said, “Well, it was a good deal for a date.”

Over the course of four months, we only went out on two more dates. We both decided that neither of us was really ready for a serious relationship and we remained friends. After not having talked to Kosta for some time, I randomly texted him asking if he would be my date to an upcoming wedding. Thankfully he accepted and we ended up having a blast! At the end of the night with no further obligation to ever see each other (at least I thought) he asked me if I was still interested in going with him on that trip he booked and that I had completely forgotten about! I accepted and found myself spending an amazing few days in sunny St. Pete Beach, Florida where I fell in love with the man and the place. The rest is history.

For anyone that knows Kosta and I, we live our lives outside of the box. Traveling is something we love to do and we do a lot of it. So when Kosta planned for us to vacation at a hotel in St. Thomas there was no other thought except that this was another great vacation and we were going to have the time of our lives. To my surprise, Kosta had a few tricks up his sleeve and we actually ended up in St. John at the most gorgeous mountain top villa I have ever seen. To further the surprises, Kosta rented us a private catamaran for the day to sail around the islands and then proposed to me at sunset.

We are one of few couples that can actually say we planned our wedding together. From wedding eve to wedding day, there was not one piece of this epic two night event, that did not come straight from both our hearts and souls. Our wedding reflected our personal taste and style, but was also heavily inspired by things that have deep personal meaning to us or that have a story behind them. For one, we decided to have a destination wedding in St. Pete Beach, because that’s where we fell in love. What you see in the photos and video highlight is a true reflection of us as a couple and our most special day!

Our wedding was a unique blend of the Old Greek Orthodox traditional church ceremony paired with a contemporary twist to an Old Hollywood Glamour reception. As my husband is Greek, it was his dream to get married in a traditional Greek Orthodox ceremony. So it was a major plus to find St. Nicholas Cathedral in Tarpon Springs, Florida which is one of Florida’s oldest Greek churches. The tempura painted icons in the arch and ceiling of the Church, along with its original marble floors and chandeliers makes this Church beautiful and breathtaking. The unique style of this Church can only be found in old monasteries in Greece. Our reception was held at the Loews Don Cesar Hotel, also known as the ‘Pink Palace’ in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Kosta and I were so inspired by the Don’s unique history dating back to 1928 and the lavish living of prohibition times, that we used that as our theme for planning our rehearsal dinner and reception.

Our reception theme was “A Night to Remember” Old Hollywood Glamour Style, and boy was it ever! An intimate candlelit room showcased a unique set up of one large table in the shape of an X so that all guests sat together. The table was laid with sumptuous black textured linens with a black and white damask runner, accented with silver candelabras, an abundance of soft classic white and off white flowers, including hydrangeas, garden roses and ruffled tulips. Finishing the table was an ivory three tier textured cake accented with a simple jeweled broche and feather, placed at the center of the X table giving a dramatic look. The colored up lighting illuminated the swag covered walls creating the illusion that the walls changed color. The dining room connected onto an open veranda outside where a black and white monogrammed dance floor stood underneath a swag covered pergola finished with a hanging chandelier with offset white lounge chairs for added seating. And to add a little more ‘wow’ guests looking over the veranda could see our monogram being illuminated in the grand pool given off by a custom gobo light.

The colors, aesthetics, presentation and orchestration of our events would not have been what they were without the help of a great team who saw our vision and helped us bring it to life. And the amazing cinematography and photography that captured it all allow for this greatest day of our lives to be relived every time. One of the best things we did in our planning was to hire Georgia Watson, professional wedding planner or as we like to call her a wedding engineer. She found us amazing vendors and orchestrated a flawless weekend filled with love, joy and beauty.

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Concept and creation of both events: Georgia Watson | Videography: Voila Cinematic | Photography: Shannon Livingston | DJ: DJ Jeff Staples | Venue: The Don CeSar | Hair and makeup: Beauty Brought Out |  Florist: Botanica International | Linens: Connie Duglin Linen | Drape, lounge furniture: Botanica International | Wedding Cake: Alessi Cakes | Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Amsale | Bride’s Dress: Augusta Jones

Sometimes all it takes is a stunning bride, a beautiful location and a drop-dead gorgeous gown to send our hearts into a serious pitter patter… a stripped-down version of wedding lovely with just the prettiest details at play.  So, when the oh-so-talented Rustic White Photography sent along this beyond breathtaking Honeymoon Island shoot, we couldn’t wait to share it all with you.  From the fab stylings of FH Weddings & Events to the perfect Ivy & Aster gown to the beauty skills of Michele Renee, it’s simplicity at its absolute finest.  See it all right here.

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From Rustic White Photography… Honeymoon Island was the perfect backdrop for this simple and elegant beach bridal styled session shot in Dunedin, Florida.

In “The 4-Hour Chef,” author Tim Ferris talks a lot about simplify, simplify, simplify.  He uses cooking as the vehicle to share his belief in breaking down any venture into it’s most simple elements, and describes when learning how to cook you need to separate out ingredients and taste them individually to better understand their complexities and strengths.  Through all of his books Tim shares the common held belief of less is more.  With “The 4-Hour Chef” Tim talks of how people often tend to over-season in the belief that more is better, but sometimes all you need is a drizzle of olive oil or a squeeze of lemon to allow the beauty of the flavors that are already there to shine through.

This was our thought process when collaborating with FH Weddings, Malindy Elene, and Michele Renee for this beach inspired bridal shoot.  We wanted to strip away any excess and allow the organic beauty of the blue water and white pebbled beach to simply accent the details and highlight the strong, beautiful features of our model.

We quite simply wanted to simplify.  Separate out the components and allow the beauty of each to stand and be seen for how lovely it can truly be.  The graceful overlays of a fishtail braid.  The light and timeless feel of an Ivy & Aster gown.  The fresh and enticing feel of a Delphinium Daffodil bouquet against a sea of white pebbled stone.  There is so much beauty in each of these components that until you take the time to see how beautiful each one is on it’s own you are simply standing in the kitchen and running the risk of over-seasoning.

From FH Weddings & Events… If loveliness could wash up on the beach this is what you would find…

Our antique rustic white loveseat and side chair along with a custom made driftwood coffee table.  Large pieces of driftwood dripping with pure white orchids and a touches of blue Delphinium.  The brides bouquet has blue Delphinium, Daffodils and gold Brunia Berries.

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Wedding Photography: Rustic White Photography | Location: Honeymoon Island State Park in Dunedin, Florida | Floral, Event Design +  Vintage Furniture: FH Weddings & Events | Wedding Dress: Ivy & Aster via Malindy Elene | Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bride’s Jewelry: Malindy Elene | Hair + Makeup: Michele Renee

Sometimes a smile says it all. And this Bride’s smile says she feels like the luckiest girl in the world. Lucky that she gets to marry the boy of her dreams surrounded by the people she loves most, and do so in serious style. When you start scrolling through the gorgeous images from Gina Leigh Photography, It’s safe to say she has every right to feel that way. It’s a day that would make anyone smile, and you can see even last moment right here.

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From the Bride… Ricky and I shared a very similar vision of what we wanted our wedding day to be. More than anything, we wanted our day to be laid back and unhurried, but still elegant. Our hope was that our guests genuinely enjoyed themselves, and left knowing us a little better as a couple.

Our families are very important to us, and we incorporated a lot of little details to include them in our special day. Ricky’s uncle performed our ceremony, which was so personal and special to us, and my uncle said the blessing before dinner. We also used heirloom candlesticks, that were a wedding gift from my Great Aunt, to flank the floral arrangement that was the backdrop for our ceremony. Also, a family tradition on my side is to make an Italian cookie table. My hope was that we could create a dessert table that featured the cookies and our favorite cupcakes. We knew that we did not want a wedding cake, but instead opted for cupcakes from our favorite cupcake spot in downtown St. Petersburg. My aunts and uncles made family recipes, and we displayed them on beautiful cookie trays. We had something for everyone, and our guests filled to-go boxes full of treats to take home with them.

As a wedding day surprise for Ricky, I had our German Shepherd, Reno, brought to the venue for pictures. He is our favorite boy, and having him there was a highlight for both of us. Our wonderful photographer, Gina, captured all of the special moments and details that filled our day. Her style of photography perfectly reflected the soft color pallet I wanted, and made every image look so romantic. I loved seeing our wedding through her eyes. We could not be happier with the memories she captured for us.

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Wedding Photography: Gina Leigh Photography | Wedding Venue: Mirror Lake Lyceum in St. Petersburg, Florida | Floral Design: Delma’s The Flower Booth | Catering: Delectable’s Fine Catering | Cupcakes: The Cupcake Spot | Wedding Invitations: Blush Paperie | Wedding Dress: Anne Barge via Malindy Elene | Bride’s Sash: Haute Bridal via Malindy Elene | Bride’s Hair Pin: Percy Handmade | Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Bridesmaids’ Attire: BCBG | Mother of the Bride’s Attire: Kate Spade | Groom + Groomsmen Attire: Indochino | Flower Girl Attire: David’s Bridal | Flower Girl Shoes: J.Crew

When the happiest day of your life is planned for the most magical time of the year, it’s bound to be good. And this St. Petersburg wedding from mandy & me studio is no exception. Wintery florals by Dana Dineen Floral Design set the tone and sweet touches like the s’more jar favors perfectly personalized the holiday-esque wedding! See the rest of this sweet fête in the full gallery!

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From mandy and me studio… We loved everything about this wedding. There were so many amazing details, and the cake was just beautiful! We loved the jars of s’mores supplies that were put together as favors for the guests. It was a special day, and we are glad that we were part of it. It was a day packed with emotions, energy and love.

Wedding Photography: mandy & me studio / Wedding Venue: Mirror Lake Lyceum in St. Petersburg, Florida / Event Design: One Stone Events / Floral Design: Dana Dineen Floral Design / Wedding Cinematography: Indie Atlantic Films / Catering: Amici’s Catering / Wedding Cake: Cakes by Carolynn / Cake Topper: Hand Painted Love Boxes / Ceremony + Cocktail Hour Music: Bella Musica / DJ: Sword Sounds / Wedding Dress: Casablanca Bridal via CC’s Boutique /  Hair + Makeup: Destiny & Light

Sometimes you meet the love of your life when you least expect it.  Like in 6th grade.  Sure, you may not realize it at the time (you are eleven after all), but years later – after you’ve fallen head over heels in love and tied the knot in one seriously gorgeous St. Peterburg wedding – it will rank high among the best love stories EVER here on SMP.  Need proof?  Well, take a gander at this adorable duo, who first laid eyes on each other way back in middle school and said “I Do” in a traditional fête boasting beautiful blooms by Botanica International Design Studio and an entire gallery of glorious images from Jason Mize Photography.  See them all here.

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And a beautiful film from Voila Cinematic that will take your breath away.  Guaranteed.

From the Bride… Since the day we first met in sixth grade, Garrett has had a crush on me … But little did I know, it would take him seven whole years to muster up the courage to tell me.  He finally asked me out the month that we graduated high school in 2005. On November 24, 2010 all of my dreams came true when Garrett proposed at Discovery Cove, a place I had been wanting to go since we began dating five years earlier. When we got engaged, we hadn’t talked specifically about what type of wedding we wanted. What we did know was that we wanted it to be a celebration of our love, our amazing family and our wonderful friends. Finding a place large enough to hold everyone was our first step, and so the planning began. Our first focus was on choosing our absolutely gorgeous venue. We fell in love with The Vinoy in St. Petersberg in its entirety — the history, the architecture, and, of course, the stunning Chihuly chandelier in the Grand Ballroom. We knew we wanted to allow the beauty of Grand Ballroom to shine through, so we chose a soft, classic color palette with vintage touches. Grand floral arrangements in myriad containers (designed by the ever-so-talented Botanica International) graced the tables accompanied by a mix of unique soft gold and silver charges. These elements, combined with the candlelight’s soft amber glow, created an absolutely gorgeous and classic ambiance in the room. 

Once the large items of the day were planned and in place, we turned our focus to the intimate details that would make our wedding uniquely ours. The “Something Blue” that was pinned beneath my gown was that of a small piece of patriotic fabric from one of my grandfather’s cherished patriotic clothing items. It made me feel near to him, as though my family in heaven was smiling down on us that day. My uncle carried the American Flag as part of our processional. I had personalized handkerchiefs embroidered with loving messages of gratitude for both of my parents. I shopped around for an assortment of vintage frames for both my handmade table numbers and my escort card table, which used the frames laying flat with the escort cards placed inside. I also collected vintage elements from various antique and home decor stores to complete the look of the escort card table as well the as candy buffet. My grandmother’s brooches adorned the cake, my bouquet and the bridesmaids’ dresses. Old photographs of our grandparents were placed lovingly on the escort card table to honor them and to add to our personal vintage touches. Lastly, among other details, a custom monogrammed dance floor cover by SHOWORKS pulled the beauty of the ballroom together seamlessly. Every element was designed as a personal touch to represent Garrett and I as we were united as one.

The ceremony was performed just before sunset on a cool Florida fall day. It was everything we had dreamed it would be and focused on the love Garrett and I have for each other. The reception was a celebration of our love for family and friends as our two lives came together as one. With the help of our family, friends and fabulous wedding professionals (especially our amazing photographer, Jason Mize), everything came together perfectly. It was more beautiful than anything we ever hoped for and far exceeded our expectations and imaginations.

Wedding Photography: Jason Mize Photography / Ceremony: The Tea Garden at Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg, Florida / Reception: Grand Ballroom at Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club in St. Petersburg, Florida / Floral Design: Botanica International Design Studio / Wedding Cinematography: Voila Cinematic / Wedding Cake: Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club / Candy Table: Chic Sweets / Wedding Invitations: Carlson Craft / Programs, Menus, and Place Cards: Not From A Box / Music: DJ Fitz Otis of Jay Goodley Entertainment + John Demas & The Omega Project / Uplighting, Trees, + Custom Vinyl Dance Floor: SHOWORKS / Chairs: Signature Events by Design / Wedding Dress + Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Angelo / Bride’s Shoes: Benjamin Adams