{Green & White Winter Florida Wedding} Merritt & Will

Happy Wedding Wednesday!

As I mentioned yesterday, this winter has been a little intense with snowstorm after snowstorm.  That's why I'm thrilled to pieces to bring you a beautiful winter wedding in Florida with no snow in sight!  Instead you'll see military pride, ocean views and a lovely green & white color palette.  Limelight Photography shows us the beauty:

Merritt & Will got married on January 3 at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa in Clearwater Beach, Florida.  Both the Bride & the Groom have served our great country in the United States Army.  Because they love nothing more than to relax by the beach in their downtime, Clearwater Beach was a perfect choice for their wedding.  Although their winter wedding day was a little cold by Florida standards, the Bride & Groom's genuine smiles created a warmth that was felt by all.

After a sweet First Look, the Bride & Groom said "I Do!" at the Sky Terrace, an intimate rooftop terrace with sparkling Gulf of Mexico views.  The space was simply, yet beautifully decorated, with a focal point of a white fabric altar and an aisle lined with baby's breath poms.  Family & friends watched as the Bride & Groom said their vows.  A spectacular sunset marked the end of the ceremony & the beginning of a marriage.  

Dinner, dancing & general merriment took place at the Aqaulea Ballroom, tastefully decorated with iron candle lanterns perched atop tree stumps & surrounded by green & white flowers, rocks & candles for a cozy feel on a winter night.  A perfect setting for a fun party!  Towards the end of the night, the white wedding cake topped by two adorable whales was threatened with the Groom's sword.  In a final flourish, the newlyweds said good-bye in grand style with a sparkler departure!  

My Favorite Moment:  The Bride & Groom taking a sword to their wedding cake!

My Favorite Detail:  The wedding cake with its two simple layers accented with a middle layer of clustered sugar flowers.

Congratulations, Merritt & Will!

VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: Limelight Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights  /  Ceremony & Reception Venue: Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa  /  Event Planner: Lindsey Sykes  /  Floral Designer:  La Vie En Rose Design  /  Wedding Cake:  Cakes by Nomeda  /  DJ: SG Mobile DJ  /  Wedding Gown:  Enzoani  /  Bridesmaid Dresses:  Nordstrom

{Winter Winery Wedding} Danielle & Coulter

Happy Wedding Wednesday!

This week, the cold temperatures feel like winter & the colored leaves look like autumn.  This December winery wedding is almost the opposite; the calendar date spells winter & the seasonal leaves read autumn.  Whatever season it may be, the gorgeous location, the rustic details & the happy couple clearly equal a fabulous wedding.  IQphoto Studio shows us the beauty:  

Danielle & Coulter got married on December 16 at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery in Pleasanton, California.  Nestled in Livermore Valley Wine Country, the venue boasts a Mediterranean feel surrounded by vineyards & olive groves.  The Bride & Groom made the venue their own with a classic black & white palette accented with plenty of glowing candlelight.

The rustic Amber Room provided the perfect ceremony setting with its warm brown walls & porcelain tiles.  The beautiful Bride floated down the white rose petal & floating candle lined aisle to meet her handsome Groom.  In front of their nearest & dearest, they exchanged vows & became husband & wife.  Their triumphant ceremony exit was marked with a white rose petal toss. 

The celebration continued in the Grand Salon, a classic setting for eating, drinking & being merry.  Touches like wine cork escort cards & guest book celebrated the vineyard location while the floating candle centerpieces twinkled & the black chargers added a hint of drama.  The wine flowed freely as did laughter & dancing.  Once night fell & the newlyweds snuck away for dramatic final photos in the vineyard.  Cheers to the new Mr. & Mrs.!    

My Favorite Moment: The petal toss- the Bride loves those flying rose petals while the Groom seems to be ducking!

My Favorite Detail: The wedding cork guest book- perfect for winery wedding!

Congratulations, Danielle & Coulter!

VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: IQphoto Studio  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights  /  Ceremony & Reception Venue: Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery