Blending vibrant color with a refined coastal aesthetic, this modern tropical wedding inspiration at TradeWinds Resort on St. Pete Beach featured bold shades of orange and terracotta paired with stylish details and textured elements, creating a fresh take on tropical design without leaning overly beachy.

“My inspiration for the shoot was largely creating a tropical wedding design that wasn’t overly tropical. As much as I love plants, I didn’t want monstera leaves and bird of paradise throughout the florals. Current wedding trends are leaning toward colorful palettes,” Crysta Miller, Owner and Lead Planner of Stelloccasions shared. “The tropical orange paired with the modern terracotta colors created a contrast that wasn’t overly beachy. I wanted to incorporate the orange from Life of a Showgirl as a nod to my love for Taylor Swift. This played perfectly into the modern tropical theme.”

“The beachfront ceremony space at TradeWinds Resort is an absolute dream to photograph. There’s nothing quite like a palm-framed aisle set against the Gulf! The natural light reflects beautifully off the water and white sand, giving everything that signature soft, glowy look we love. It’s the perfect blend of laid-back coastal and elevated design, and it photographs like a destination wedding without ever leaving Florida.

The courtyard at TradeWinds is such a beautiful spot for a reception; it feels like a tropical oasis tucked right into the resort, and it’s just a short walk to the beach. It’s also ideal for aerial drone photography, offering a stunning overhead view of the full layout of the wedding.” -Susan Elizabeth, Owner and Photographer at Susan Elizabeth Photography

“MadWOLFE Designs incorporated some handmade terracotta place cards. Handwriting names in a script on to broken pieces of terra cotta created the perfect contrast to the orange table linens.”