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A Siesta Key Wedding Rooted in Love - September 10, 2021

11/17/2021

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newlywed couple and wedding party walking on the beach at Siesta Key
bride with her mother on the morning of her wedding
navy blue wedding invitation with rustic wooden ring box
bride showing her engagement ring to her wedding party
groom buttoning shirt on his wedding day
groom in blue suit putting on his shoes
Groom with his groomsmen at Sunset Beach Resort
Bridal party tossing rose petals over bride on her wedding day
Flower girl at a Sunset Key wedding
bride in a lace gown posing for wedding portraits at Sunset beach Resort
bride in a lace gown posing for wedding portraits at Sunset beach Resort
bride and her bridal party holding bouquets at Sunset Beach Resort
direction sign at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding showing how far people have come
Welcome sign at a Sunset beach Resort wedding
Circle Arbor at a Siesta Key beach wedding
Bride and Groom exchanging wedding vows at their Sunset Beach Resort wedding on Siesta Key
Bride and Groom exchanging wedding vows at their Sunset Beach Resort wedding on Siesta Key
Bride and Groom exchanging wedding vows at their Sunset Beach Resort wedding on Siesta Key
Bride and Groom exchanging wedding vows at their Sunset Beach Resort wedding on Siesta Key
Magnolia tree for couple to plant as part of their Unity Ceremony
Bride and groom planting a magnolia tree as part of their Unity Ceremony
Just Married! Could celebrating at the end of their Sunset Key wedding
Groom kissing his bride at the end of their Sunset Beach Resort beach wedding
Groom dipping his bride for a kiss as they walk up the aisle
Groom cheering at the end of his Siesta key wedding ceremony
bride and groom kissing after their Siesta Key beach wedding
Bride and groom toasting with their wedding party after their wedding ceremony
Custom signage showing the Evening Events for a Sunset beach Resort wedding
Musician playing sax for cocktail hour at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding
Jenga guest book for wedding guests to write well wishes and advice to the couple
Butler Passed hors d 'oeuvres at a Sunset beach Resort Wedding
Butler Passed hors d 'oeuvres at a Sunset beach Resort Wedding
Sign showing a couple's SIX signature drinks for their wedding - each named after one of their pets
custom drink napkins at a sunset beach resort wedding
wedding seating chart with shots for each guests - take a seat take a shot
bride and groom walking on Siesta Key beach with their wedding party
Bride and groom on the Beach at Sunset Beach Resort
Bride and groom on the Beach at Sunset Beach Resort
bride and groom on sunset beach
Bride and groom on the Beach at Sunset Beach Resort
Bride and groom on the Beach at Sunset Beach Resort
lush greenery marking the entrance to a tented wedding reception at Sunset Beach Resort
Place setting at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding reception. wooden charger plates, modern flatware and plants
Place setting at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding reception. wooden charger plates, modern flatware and plants
Place setting at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding reception. wooden charger plates, modern flatware and plants
succulents and amethyst glassware at a Siesta Key wedding
Place setting at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding reception. wooden charger plates, modern flatware and plants
Place setting at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding reception. wooden charger plates, modern flatware and plants
engraved cake servers at a Sunset Beach Resort wedding on Siesta key
Three tiered white wedding cake with pressed ferns and pink and blue flowers
Bride and groom feeding each other cake at their Sunset Beach wedding
laughing bride and groom during their sparkler exit at Sunset beach Resort

Our Jennifer Matteo Event Planning team thoroughly enjoyed our time working with Kathryn and Josh on their Siesta Key wedding.

Like many other couples planning during Covid, plans changed continuously to make their beautiful wedding come together.
 
They both have a love for the ocean, nature, and all things organic. So, many of their wedding elements reflect their fun personalities and their love of their animals.

Their rustic and natural décor with subtle modern pops reflected this incredible couple.
 
Kathryn and Josh each spent the morning with their wedding parties. They relaxed, enjoyed time with those closest to them, and individually took portraits with their wedding parties.
 
Their intimate beach wedding was set in front of a beautiful Circle Arbor.

​The arbor was decorated with lush floral and greenery swags, with views of the Gulf of Mexico in the background.
 
Kathryn made her entrance, escorted by her mother, to “The Best of Me” by Secret Nation.

The couple’s intimate beach wedding included personally written vows and a Unity Ceremony where they planted a beautiful Magnolia tree together. After sealing their wedding vows with a kiss – several times – the newlywed made their exit to “Love Me Like You Do” by Ellie Goulding.
 
After a few toasts with their wedding party, the newlyweds and their family took some time for portraits while wedding guests enjoyed Cocktail Hour.
 
A solo saxophone played in the background as guests created a custom Jenga set for the couple by writing wishes and advice on each block.

They were treated to delicious passed hors d ‘oeuvres and Signature Drinks, each named for one of the couple’s five cats and dog.
 
A favorite detail of the cocktail hour was the display of seating assignments. The ‘Take a Seat and Take a Shot’ signs for each table came with individual shots.

A nod to the couple meeting at their friends’ wedding over shots.
 
The entryway into the reception tent was swagged with fabric and lush natural greenery, giving the feeling of wandering into a secluded garden.

Tables were draped in crisp white linens and set with incredible, eclectic collections of plants and herbs that could be planted after the wedding.

The containers with miniature floral arrangements mixed rustic terracotta, vintage containers, and mercury glass. 
 
Each place setting combined rustic wooden charger plates layered with navy blue napkins and fresh herbs alongside contemporary gold flatware and amethyst-colored pressed glass. The mixing of rustic and modern, polished and natural, was magical.
 
After guests were seated for the reception, the bride and groom made their entrance. They took to the dance floor for their beautifully choreographed first dance to “Let It Be Me” by Ray LaMontagne.
 
The evening was filled with welcome toasts by both mothers, scrumptious dinner stations, and lots of dancing. All followed by the couple cutting their three-tiered wedding cake pressed with ferns and dotted with light blue and pink florals.
 
Ending their evening under a shower of sparklers, Kathryn and Josh headed off with their guests for an after-party that lasted late into the night.

Sarasota Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Siesta Key Wedding Venue: Sunset Beach Resort
Hair + Makeup: Brides by Kelly Anne
Photography: Arianna J Photography
Videography: Vibe Chaos Productions
Floral Design: Victoria Blooms
Lighting and Rentals: Palacios Events
Rental: US Tent Rental
Rentals: Treasury Rentals
Chair Rentals: A Chair Affair
DJ+MC: DJ Cory Barron + Co
Saxophone Player: DJ Cory Barron + Co
Catering: Tableseide Catering
Wedding Cake: Cakes by Ron
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Simply The Best, A Chic Tampa Wedding - April 3, 2021

11/4/2021

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Groom in Navy Dress White Uniform with his bride
black and white photo of a Tampa bride with her wedding party in matching robes
bride having makeup touched up on her wedding day
Tampa bride overlooking the waterway before her wedding
Tampa bride and her wedding party in neutral colored bridesmaids dresses
Tampa bride overlooking the waterway outside her wedding
Groom in his Navy Dress White Uniform
Tampa groom and his wedding party
Elegant custom wedding program in neutral tones with white lettering
A Tampa wedding ceremony constructed over a pool
Tampa wedding ceremony with a unique geometric backdrop in neutral colors
Rustic floral creations in earth tones for a Tampa wedding ceremony
Incredible ceremony backdrop in earth tones
Military groom watching as his bride walks down the aisle
Tampa bride and groom exchanging wedding vows
Military groom and his bride exchanging wedding vows
bride and groom lighting unity candle
Closeup photo of bride and groom holding hands during their Tampa wedding ceremony
Navy groom holding his bride
Groom in Navy Dress White Uniform kissing his bride
Just married! Groom in Navy Dress White Uniform with his new bride
Bride and groom kissing after their Tampa wedding
Military groom and his new bride on the waterfront after their Tampa wedding
Military groom and his new bride on the waterfront after their Tampa wedding
Military groom and his new bride on the waterfront after their Tampa wedding
Military groom and his new bride on the waterfront after their Tampa wedding
Tampa couple with their parents after their wedding ceremony
Sweet Shot Photo Booth Bus at a Tampa wedding
Bride and groom having fun with their photo booth bus
bride and groom inside their photo booth bus
Tampa Boho wedding reception decor in soft neutrals
Tampa Boho wedding reception decor in soft neutrals
Tampa Boho wedding reception decor in soft neutrals
Nighttime view of a Tampa Boho wedding reception decor in soft neutrals
Bride and groom at their sweet heart table
Tampa bride and groom during their first dance
Bride in jean jacket kissing her groom
Bride in jean jacket smoking a cigar with her groom
unique two tiered wedding cake
bride and groom cutting their wedding cake with a Navy ceremonial sword
Groom kissing his bride as he dips her

Our Jennifer Matteo Event Planning team had such an incredible time working with Sarah and Xavier on their Tampa wedding.

Hosting a wedding at a private residence can be a little different than starting with an empty wedding venue.

​In this case, we began by covering the pool to offer as much open space as possible.
 
For our couple and their wedding parties, the day began with each party getting ready. With Sarah and Xavier choosing not to have a First Look, they spent time on photos with their wedding parties.
 
One of our favorite parts of their wedding was that it was entirely designed in a neutral color palette! In working with soft earth tones, the wedding design is all about textures and unique elements.

From contrasting colors of the wedding program to the lush grasses and dried elements of the bouquets and ceremony décor, it was an explosion of texture and balancing tone on tone colors.
 
The ceremony space, arranged over the pool, was set with rich fruitwood chairs. The aisle was lined with floral arrangements that led to a unique architectural backdrop and unique floral creations.

It is easy to see how much Sarah and Xavier are in love as they exchange their wedding vows and rings in a touching ceremony surrounded by family and friends.
 
Following the wedding ceremony, guests enjoyed Cocktail Hour while the couple and family took photos.

The newlywed's portrait session included some fun pictures in the vintage Photo Bus – something their guests couldn't get enough of!
 
The waterfront reception space was created under a canopy of twinkling lights. The newlywed's sweetheart table sat at the head of the space with the couple seated under a custom-designed neon light.
 
Long wooden tables overflowed with unique vessels filled with soft grasses, dried natural elements, and textured flowers. Woven charger plates, gold flatware, and custom acrylic name cards completed the look.
 
The reception began with a toast by the evening's host, the Father of the Groom. A delicious multi-course dinner followed.

As the sunset, Sarah and Xavier took to the dance floor for their first dance to "Simply the Best," the Noah Reid version from Schitt's Creek.
 
The evening continued with parent dances and the cake cutting using a Navy Ceremonial Sword.

It also included a Cigar Bar with hand-rolled cigars and came to a close with the couple's Grand Exit under a shower of sparklers!

Tampa Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
​Tampa Wedding Venue:  Private Residence
Catering: Avila Golf and Country Club
DJ: Jam All Day Entertainment
Floral Design: Tailored Twig
Hair + Makeup: Brides by Kelly Anne
Videography: Vibe Chaos Productions
Photography: Kartsie Photography
Photo Bus: Sweet Shot Photo Booth Bus
Rentals: Fiesta Solutions
Cigar Roller: Cigar Creations
Valet: 717 Parking Enterprises
Wedding Cake: Cakes by Ron
Accommodations: Tampa Marriott Water Street

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    Thank you for your interest in my blog!

    I am so lucky to have such remarkable clients that by the end of their wedding planning process they become my friends.

    I try to tell their story within the blogs so as I write about them all you can get to know them too!

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