When I think of what two couples in love are like - I will eternally think of Ben & Lauren.  From the first time we met, they were obviously truly smitten with each other and could not wait to be husband & wife!  We planned a fairy tale wedding - complete with a princess bridal gown, soft flowing draping and crystal chandeliers.  The ceremony was held at Ben's childhood church, where they said "I DO" in front of their closest family and friends.  

The party really started at the reception with beautiful uplighting, cocktails flowing from an ice sculpture and Jam All Day Entertainment keeping them on the dance floor all night long!
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The sparks continued to the send off  - where the new Mr. & Mrs. had one more kiss to end the night under a bridge of sparklers surrounded by everyone they loved!

Thank you to the amazing team of wedding professionals:

Beauty: Brides by Kelly Anne
Photography: Katelyn Prisco Photography
Transportation: Imperial One Limo
Ceremony: Church of the Nazarene
Ceremony Music: Tasa+Rob
Florals: Bee Ridge Florist
Venue: The Devyn
Catering: Morton’s Gourmet
Bakery: Cakes by Ron
DJ: Jam All Day Entertainment
Photo Booth: Be Glam Photo Booth
Ice Sculpture: Ice Pro
Furniture & Decor: So Staged Event Rentals

Hannah's dream wedding was something very romantic - LOADS of soft white draping, candlelight, white florals and beautiful uplighting.  We worked together to give her the wedding of her dreams!  

Hannah and Beau were so much fun to work with, they really let me provide input into her decor and styling and I had so much fun!  We dressed the ceremony location in a soft white draped wedding arbor surrounded by candles.  After the ceremony concluded, we transported the arbor to the area around their sweetheart table for an extra special touch for their photos.  

In order for the draping to be done as we had discussed, I actually hung it all myself, with the help of my team - just to make sure all was 100% on point.  

After dinner, all the guests danced the night away and wished the newlyweds well with a sparkler send off!  

Thank you to the team of wedding professionals:

Event Styling & Planning:  Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Venue: The Devyn
Photography: Savannah Kate Photography
Florals: Bee Ridge Florist
Rentals: All Event Rental
DJ: Party Starters
Catering: Morton's Gourmet
Hair & Make up - Revita Salon

Just by looking at these FUN photos you really get a feel for Chris and Christie Ricci.  The vibrant tones, adorable flower dog (Chloe) and unique accent signs were the icing on the cake for this Sarasota, Florida wedding! We were going for a modern geometric feel with big pops of color to match the bride and groom's BIG personalities.  They are lovers of life and of each other of course, and that was certainly reflected in their big day. Christie had some adorable DIY items that she brought in from out of town to give the personal feel that she was looking for.  From the modern gold diamonds that hung above their sweetheart table to the clear acrylic arch that "floated" her gorgeous floral garland - she really did think of every last detail, and I was so thrilled to have been chosen as her planner to put it all together for her on her wedding day!

Thank you to these amazing vendors!
Day of Coordination: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Makeup - Krista Worth Makeup​
Hair – Brides By Kelly Anne DJ/Music  - Jay Goodley Entertainment Inc.
Officiant – Sensational Ceremonies, Pastor Brian Jones 
Photographer – Trew Media
Caterer – Sarasota Catering Company
Bakery - Cakes by Ron

Engagement Photos - Beer Can Island, Florida

Wedding Photos - The Devyn, Sarasota  - April 3, 2016

When your engagement photos are this OH-LA-LA, how do you top it with the wedding images?  Hannah & Beau's Engagement and wedding photos are so dreamy that I HAD to share both with you.  In working with this couple I learned how beautiful they are (inside and out of course) in a very short time and had so much fun bringing their white wedding to life!  

Hannah asked for soft white draping, a beautiful arbor for her and Beau to be married under and lot's of candles!  We draped the room from top to bottom to give her the romance she was looking for.  The white and gold details were accented by a pop of red in her lips and in the single red rose in her bouquet - in memory of her father.  

I LOVE a first look, it allows the couple to have that moment just to themselves and it always delivers the most amazing raw emotion in the photos.  Theirs was no exception.  As he not so patiently awaited her, Beau was calm as a cucumber.  Hannah is one of those girls who looks amazing in gym clothes, but in a wedding gown - WOW!  She and Beau couldn't get into each other's arms fast enough and the love that was felt between them was obvious to everyone lucky enough to have been a witness to their special moment together before they walked down the aisle.  

Guests dined, danced and celebrated the night away with amazing service and cuisine that was top notch!  They ended the night with a sparkler send off that was the perfect "Spark" to start off their honeymoon!  

Thank you to the lovely Vendors:
Planning: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Photography: Savannah Kate Photography
DJ: Party Starters
Florals: Bee Ridge Florist
Bakery: Cakes by Ron
Catering: Morton's Gourmet Market
Venue: The Devyn
Engagement Photo Location: Beer Can Island
Jewelry: Duke Courtney

Scott and Elizabeth were not an average couple.  Scott comes from a very traditional family while Elizabeth has a more of an alternative look and take on life! Their super sweet wedding was full of romantic touches, shades of lavender and mint that complimented her bridal party so well!  They said "I DO" outdoors and afterwards celebrated with their closest family and friends.

The touches of ivory lace on her gown and veil complimented her wildflower bouquet perfectly.  They were just the most adorable couple and I wish them a lifetime of love and happiness!  

Thank you to the vendors:
Planning: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Caterer: Der Dutchman
​DJ: Black Tie DJs
Photography: Alyssa Shrock Photography
Dress: Alfred Angelo
Florals: Bee Ridge Florist