Love At First Swipe - The Orlo, Tampa - February 20, 2021

Our Jennifer Matteo Event Planning Team had so much for working with Alexa and Manny on their Tampa wedding at the historic Orlo.

The two met on Tinder and are proud of it. They even included a few swipes at it in their wedding details.
 
The couple's intimate wedding ceremony ended with a kiss and their recessional to "Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher" by Jackie Wilson.

The perfect song for a couple who has been nearly inseparable since they first met.
 
The couple took advantage of the beautiful architecture of the historic Tampa landmark for plenty of wedding portraits, including an incredible 1979 white Rolls Royce.
 
Meanwhile, their wedding guests enjoyed a cocktail reception with a fantastic Champagne Wall; delicious butler passed hors d' oeuvres and several food stations.

But the highlight of the cocktail reception was their Signature Cocktails. They created a "Manny-Rita," a spin on a traditional margarita with a Puerto Rican twist. And the "Alexa…Make me a Martini" with the guests' choice of gin or vodka with fresh lime, elderflower liqueur, and cucumber.
 
We love all the elegant and personal details they included in their wedding day. From our unique "Mona Lisa" seating chart and a specialty drink bar overflowing with fresh flowers, custom beverage napkins with fun facts about the couple to beer koozies with "love at first swipe."
 
The other incredible detail throughout the wedding was the Charleston vibe Alexa wanted as part of the wedding day.

That classic blue color began with the wedding party attire, and flowers continued into their details and décor. 
 
The ballroom was set with crisp white linens and accented with gold chivari chairs and modern gold flatware.

But the stunning blue and white patterned china, custom round menu cards, and touches of blue in the floral arrangement a pop of color.
 
The couple had their first dance to "Millionaire" by Chris Stapleton, followed by parent dances, toasts, and a delicious multi-course dinner before Alexa changed into her second wedding dress to take to the dance floor. 
 
The fantastic evening ended with the couple cutting their ombre blue and white wedding cake and some late-night snacks and a surprise.

​Because, who doesn't love pizza, Krispy Cream Donuts, and a good night kiss under a fountain of sparklers.

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 ​Tampa Wedding Planner: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Tampa Wedding Venue: The Orlo
Hair + Makeup: Brides by Kelly Anne + Co.
Floral Design: Ivy and Vine Floral
Photography: Ailyn La Torre Photography
Videography: Christian Da Silva Films
DJ+MC: Jam All Day Entertainment
Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Mobile Bar: The Wandering Whale
Wedding Cake + Dessert: Tampa Bay Cake Company
Rentals: Different Look
Lighting + Rentals: Palacios Events
Linen Rentals: BBJ Linen Rentals
Rentals: US Tent Rental
Photo Booth: Hello Gorgeous Photo Booth 
Transportation: Skyline Limo 
Stationery: A & P Design Co