When you have flowers this pretty and a venue to match - you know you did something right!  

I was lucky enough to work with the best of the best on this Selby Gardens Wedding, and the outcome was nothing short of magical!  

With a gorgeous color palette and weather to match Elizabeth and Terrence truly had a perfect day!  Congratulations to the new Mr. & Mrs. - your wedding day was one for the books!

Event Planning & Styling: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Venue: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Catering: Michaels on East
Bakery: Cakes by Ron
Florals: Victoria Blooms
Beauty: Brides by Kelly Anne
Photography: Jordan Weiland Photography
Entertainment: Caribbean Chillers Band, Acting Natural

This fun loving couple stole my heart from the first time we met!  

This wedding was complete with Boozey Pops, dancing in the rain, singing at the top of their lunch, happy tears and kind words from the father of the bride.  It was truly a celebration!

Now about those flowers...
The bride's family was originally from South Africa, and they wanted to incorporate some of their heritage into the wedding...which is where this GORGEOUS King Protea came in (it's the national flower).  I cannot stop staring at the perfect blooms that were the talk of her South African Family!  

From beginning to end the day was so much fun to be a part of, I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to get to know such a wonderful family!

Event Styling & Planning:  Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Catering: Mortons Gourmet
Rentals: US Tent
DJ: Delair Entertainment
Venue: Sunset Beach Resort
Florals: Oh Darling Events
Photography: Alisia Thompson Photography
Pops: Pop Craft
Bakery: Cakes By Ron

 

Telling you that this couple was a dream to work with is simply an understatement.

From the first meeting my beautiful bride, Erin  - let me know that she wanted a soft romantic wedding, loved flowers and her 4 dogs!  I did my best to incorporate all he wishes into her wedding vision.  From the hanging centerpieces to the "doggie bags" at the candy bar and homemade dog treats for her guests to take home to their fur-babies - the details of this wedding were certainly reflective of this Veterinarian couple.

The venue was transformed with elaborate draping, lighting and such lovely decor - she really gave me free reign and trusted the vision that we both shared!

The guests dined on cuisine from Michaels on East catering, enjoyed the exceptional service and danced the night away under sparkling chandeliers!

Event Planning:  Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Catering: Michael's on East 
Beauty: Brides By Kelly Anne
Bakery: Cake Zone 
Specialty Decor: So Staged Events + Rentals
Rentals / Linens: US Tent 
Photography: Katelyn Prisco Photography
Venue: Bakers Ranch
Florals: Oh Darling Events
Stationary: Write On Sarasota
Entertainment: Wayne Delair Entertainment
Live Entertainment: Tasa + Rob
Draping: Affairs In the Air, Palacios Events
Transportation: SRQ Services

Andrew and Jessica have a lot to celebrate - a new home, a new baby boy and a new life together!  They traveled to Anna Maria Island with family and friends to enjoy the unbeatable views of the Gulf, relax and of course - get married!

The weather was perfect, and the love that they share for one another could not be denied.  Their elegant beach wedding was complete with an island style band, beautiful florals and specialty decor.  

I hope you enjoy their wedding video as much as I did, we had a great team for this wedding and could not have done it without them!

Event Planning & Styling: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Photography: Djamel Photography
Videography: SkyHelm
Florals: Victoria Blooms
Bakery: Cakes by Ron
Rentals & Decor: So Staged Event Design + Rentals
Favors / Rentals: Justabasketcase Events
Entertainment: Island Boys
Rentals: US Tent / Linens by the Sea
Beauty: Fresh Salon

This simply elegant wedding was the perfect start for Sara and Sean's life together!  They fell in love with the classic architecture of The Powel Crosley Estate and wanted their decor to compliment the backdrop of the estate.  

From their elegant color palette of Ivory and gold to the timeless details their day was the epitome of class.  

Though they said "I do" under the veil of a rainy sky - they were able to capture some incredible shots of a stunning sunset, and dance the night away under the stars!

Event Planning:  Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Photography: Esther Louise Photography
Ceremony Music: Strings Attached
Florals: Beneva Flowers
Bakery: Cakes by Ron
Beauty: Lasting Luxe
Bridal Gown: CC's Boutique