A Shakespearian Inspired Wedding - December 31, 2019

Dakota and Alex's wedding at a Private Estate in Venice, was absolutely amazing. The wedding had a sophisticated romantic, Shakespearian feel. The design was inspired by a tapestry, 'The Unicorn in Captivity,' a piece made to commemorate the wedding of Louis Xll to Anne of Brittany. 
 
Dakota looked stunning in a strapless wedding gown with a cathedral-length wedding gown, one of two looks for the evening. 
 
The bride made her entrance walking halfway down the cathedral's aisle by herself before having her parents join her for the rest of the walk to her groom.
 
Following their wedding ceremony, the couple made their way to the reception site at a private estate, where they had plenty of time for some fantastic wedding photos. Dakota is very passionate about her horses. Her champion horse, Goose, was included in the wedding as her Unicorn. 
 
A large tent was erected on the expansive property for dinner and dancing, allowing for lots of space surrounding the tent for the cocktail reception.
 
Under the tent, there were a number of long wooden feasting tables, allowing larger groups of extended family to sit together. The center of the wooden tables was filled with shimmering pink fabric runners and eclectic vases filled with pink and white flowers. Rose gold goblets filled with candles and dozens of votive candles wound their way down the tables. Additionally, round tables were draped in pink sequin linen with round mirrors layered with delicate floral arrangements and candles as their centerpieces. Gold chivari chairs, charger plates, and flatware, and pink satin napkins tied in a French knot connected the two collections together. 
 
The reception was filled with incredible details reflecting the couple and the romantic, sophisticated vibe. A neon sign with a unicorn and the couple's last name, a candy buffet with a unicorn ice carving we just a few details. 
 
The couple's wedding cake was amazing! The three-tiered square wedding cake was displayed inside a white wrought iron gazebo covered in beautiful floral clusters. The cake itself hung on a glass disc draped in crystals and was topped with a unicorn. Lighting the cake from underneath created a shimmering effect and made the cake appear to float in midair.
 
This spectacular wedding was truly one of a kind.
 

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Venice, Florida Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Venice, Florida Wedding Ceremony: Epiphany Cathedral
Wedding Reception: Private Estate
Florist: Elizabeth Gorski
Photographer: Katelyn Prisco Photography
Entertainment: Exclusive Sounds – DJ Jimi-O
Videographer: Digital Video Productions
Catering and Wedding Cake: Der Dutchman
Ice Sculpture: Ice Pro FL
Calligrapher: Ayla Goggin
Tent: US Tent Rental