“Robert proposed at the restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia, where we had our first date the second time around, which made the location especially meaningful to us. He told me that he was taking me flying, so I had no idea what he actually had planned. Instead, he had secretly arranged for the restaurant to be the setting for the proposal and had the entire space decorated so beautifully for us.

When we got there, I still had no idea what was coming. He said we were just grabbing a snack and a Diet Coke before going flying. He then surprised me by taking me into a private room that was decorated so beautifully and proposing. Immediately afterward, our families and my best friends came out to surprise me. He had planned a brunch for everyone so that the people we love most could be there to celebrate with us right after we got engaged.

After the proposal, we spent the rest of the weekend together at a cabin, celebrating and soaking in the excitement of being engaged. Because he had originally told me we were going flying, he actually took me flying the next day! It made the whole weekend feel like such a thoughtful and personal surprise.”

“The first was our ceremony. Getting to marry the man of my dreams outside while overlooking the Gulf was incredibly special. It was everything I had imagined our wedding day would be, and being surrounded by our closest family and friends made that moment even more meaningful.

The second was the morning of our wedding, when my mom and I sat together on the balcony of our room and just talked. We talked about the future, reminisced about all of our memories in Clearwater, and took in the fact that this was the morning of my wedding day. In the middle of such a busy and exciting weekend, having that slow, peaceful morning together was something I will always treasure.

The third was my father-daughter dance. Getting to have that moment with my dad, still feeling like his little girl on the biggest day of my life, was incredibly precious. It brought back so many memories of growing up and reminded me that no matter how much life changes, I will always be his little girl. It was such a simple moment, but one that I know I will never forget.”

“Brittany and Robert’s wedding was such a beautiful reflection of who they are as a couple—romantic, joyful, and completely genuine. Opal Sands gave us the most incredible backdrop, from the soft waterfront light to the sunset over the beach, and our goal was to preserve not only how beautiful the day looked, but how it truly felt. Those real, in-between moments are always the ones that make a wedding gallery feel timeless.”

—Buffy Feldman, Lifelong Photography Studio

“Brittany and Rob were so kind and truly amazing to work with! They put so much thought and intention into every detail of their wedding, creating a celebration that felt incredibly personal and beautifully curated.

Every element was thoughtfully chosen, from the mix-and-match BBJ Linens, custom signage, and beautiful floral arrangements and decor pieces from Posy Exchange. The full draping throughout the space completely transformed the room, creating a beautiful and elevated atmosphere. The overall design was the perfect blend of Southern charm and coastal chic. And, of course, the LED dance floor was a standout! It wowed both guests and the team.

Throughout the day, there were so many thoughtful touches that reflected Brittany and Rob as a couple, starting with the custom-printed fans for the ceremony all the way to tambourines for their grand exit. Their menu selections were equally intentional, thoughtfully incorporating their interests while still offering something for every guest to enjoy. The tableside wine service was such an elegant addition and was a favorite among many of the guests.

Every detail came together so beautifully to create a celebration that felt uniquely theirs. It was such a joy to be a part of their day!”

—Sophia Dunklin, Event Manager, Opal Sands Clearwater Beach

“Our wedding was about creating an experience that felt like us. We wanted an elegant and beautiful wedding, but we never wanted the details to overshadow what the day was about: celebrating our marriage with the people we love most. Having our wedding at Opal Sands allowed us to create a full weekend experience for our guests.

We wanted our wedding to feel like a true reflection of us and, most importantly, to feel fun and comfortable for our family and friends. We incorporated personal touches throughout the day while keeping everything elegant and cohesive. We put a lot of thought into the overall guest experience, the music, the décor, and the little details because we wanted everyone to feel like they were experiencing something personal to us rather than attending a traditional, cookie-cutter wedding.

The most important elements for us were the venue, photography, florals and décor, food, and overall guest experience. We wanted our guests to have an incredible time, while also making sure that we would have beautiful photos and memories to look back on for years to come.”