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Theresa and Edward’s South Tampa waterfront wedding turned the couple’s home into an elegant oasis for their intimate wedding of 68 guests. A jewel-toned color palette added vibrancy to the decor and transformed the bride and groom’s newly purchased dream home. “We went for classic, elegant, Tuscan, and the Mediterranean. We wanted a relaxed and...
Julieanna and Henry’s downtown St. Pete wedding enchanted their guests with a sophisticated soirée that featured a romantic ballroom ambiance. The luxurious St. Petersburg wedding was filled with neutral-toned florals that perfectly complemented the tropical paradise of Tampa Bay. “My favorite period is the 1920’s Great Gatsby era, so we tried to incorporate the decadence...
Nikki and Chris’ classic downtown St. Pete wedding featured elegant a white and gold color palette, greenery-filled centerpieces, timeless long-sleeve wedding dress, and multiple dessert tables with luxurious lace linens. “I would describe our wedding theme as classic, traditional, and elegant. We kept our theme to a very neutral palette and more simple with our...
Jillian and Austin’s romantic downtown Tampa wedding was not only a celebration of their marriage but also an opportunity to say goodbye to 100 of their friends and family before moving to the other side of the world. With only a few months to plan, the bride and groom opted for an intimate ceremony in...
Hillary and John’s dreamy St. Pete Beach wedding took all of the things that made their love story uniquely special and wrapped them into one gorgeous waterfront celebration filled with swoon-worthy details creating a classic, elegant and romantic ambiance. “We didn’t have a specific theme for our wedding, but I wanted our day to be...
Kaleigh and Greg’s intimate downtown St. Pete wedding boasted boho elements and rich colors for their December celebration. Their jewel-toned color palette of forest green and burgundy reflected the colors of the season without feeling too Christmas-like, while the natural foliage, pops of gold, and geometric ceremony backdrop created a bohemian flair for their 85...
Allie and Dan’s magical downtown Tampa wedding found all the right ways to make a splash with elegant modern details, a picture-perfect sparkler send-off, and a wedding ceremony filled with sea life creatures. “I love animals of all kinds and have always had an affinity for aquariums. I find them so peaceful, transporting, and...
Candace and Jaime’s dreamy waterfront downtown Tampa vow renewal wedding celebrated their 25-year love story. The Tampa bride and groom chose a color palette of dusty rose and burgundy to perfectly tie together their intimate gathering of 40 guests. “The theme for our vow renewal was a romantic French country. We wanted our guests...
Stefanie and Kevin’s downtown Tampa wedding was a timeless vision of old Hollywood glamour with pops of forest green and gold to bring the black-tie optional affair to life. “We live in Tampa, right near downtown. I knew I wanted to get married near to where I live, for convenience and because Downtown Tampa...
Beth and Ben’s whimsical Bradenton wedding was a vision of modern-day beauty with charming rustic details, loads of personality, and a gorgeous color palette of dusty blue, gray and white. “Our wedding theme was elegant, with subtle hints of rustic charm,” the bride shared. “We chose this theme to keep the ambiance airy and...
Jessica and Trenton’s Clearwater Beach wedding was a tropical vision of green, white, and gold that created a soft and elegant atmosphere during their waterfront ceremony. For a phenomenal guest experience, the bride and groom paired food stations with bottles of wine as wedding favors. “Because of the views of the beach, I felt...
Sara and Abel’s outdoor Sarasota wedding was a vision of tropical Florida charm with chic modern details, gorgeous waterfront views, and bright blue skies reminiscent of a postcard. “We really wanted something that was classic yet formal, but that also could stand the test of time,” the bride shared. “For our color palette, we...
Mary and Adam’s elegant Tampa garden wedding for 74 was a vision of modern-day charm with a romantic mauve color palette, vintage gold centerpieces, and the cutest details featuring their two sweet pups. “My look was a little all over the place, but my wedding planner shaped it into a beautiful day! It was...
Lorelle and Ryan’s waterfront South Tampa wedding paired breathtaking waterfront views with sweet personal details for a romantic celebration filled with pops of color and delicious food. “Ryan and I love being on the water and fishing together. Ever since we started dating almost seven years ago, we have always loved being outdoors and...
Liz and Leo’s elegant Clearwater Beach wedding was the perfect combination of simplistic elegance and romantic charm. With a blush pink and grey color palette, the bride and groom gained inspiration from Marry Me Tampa Bay to capture the celebration of their dreams for their Jewish wedding. “I follow Marry Me Tampa Bay on...
Sheri and Matt’s elegant South Tampa wedding mirrored their personalities with a build your own root beer float bar, photo booth, and intimate personalized vows. “When it came to our theme, I really wanted to keep it simple yet classy. For us, it was more about choosing the perfect color scheme rather than a...
Ashley and Jacob’s downtown Tampa wedding embodied a timeless and traditional feel that truly captured the couple’s personalities and love for one another. Choosing a color palette of navy, periwinkle, gray and ivory, the Florida natives coordinated a weekend of memorable events so that their guests could take in the beauty of the place...
Victoria and Riley’s rustic, outdoor Plant City wedding was a vision of elegant charm perfectly tucked away under a canopy of tall oak trees. Covered with gorgeous florals and a color palette of ivory, gold and a touch of petal pink, the bride and groom’s special day was sacred and sweet. “The feel I...
A wedding venue with supreme sophistication set upon the waterways of downtown Tampa will leave any couple floating off of their feet. With two locations in Tampa Bay, the Yacht Starship offers a unique waterfront wedding venue. To embody the glamour that the floating event space has to offer, the Yacht’s wedding staff created an...
Maggie and Matt’s elegant destination Sarasota wedding was a vision of beauty with towering oak trees, perfect weather and views of the serene bay. With a color palette of whites, blues, and natural tones, the outdoor Florida wedding featured neutral shades that blended in naturally with the garden surroundings. “Our style was elegant and romantic...
Kristin and Daniel’s glamorous downtown Tampa wedding reflected their vision perfectly with a vintage, historical celebration that impressed their friends and family. The bride and groom chose a timeless color palette to set the mood for their classy, upscale soiree. “We wanted an upscale event and classic,” the bride shared. “We picked black, white and...
Victoria and Luke’s chic Lakeland wedding featured modern decor and gorgeous greenery that elegantly tied together their romantic color palette. “Our colors were gold, vintage rose and white, topped off with lots of greenery. We chose these colors because we loved the timeless and elegant look to them when combined together,” the bride shared. “We both...
Ja’Shayla and Chris’ downtown St. Pete wedding elegantly tied together their personal style with handmade accents, superhero save-the-dates and a golden glam theme with a splash of color. “Our theme was an ode to my love of precious jewelry: diamonds, gold, silver, and pearls. I love bling and classy elegant things, so I tried to keep the...
Shannon and Justin’s bright and beautiful Clearwater Beach wedding brought together friends and family from across the country for a fun-filled Florida celebration. With fruity, fun pineapple cocktails and a weekend packed with activity and laughter, this special day shined bright. “We live in Toronto, Canada, and we chose St.Pete/Clearwater because I have been visiting...
Sonia and LJ’s downtown St. Pete wedding featured a classic and elegant ambiance, with a gold, blush, cream and rose gold color palette. “I wanted us to be able to look back on our wedding day photos decades from now and see a timeless look,” the bride explained. “Half of our guests were out-of-towners (New York and...
Marry Me Tampa Bay editor, Anna Coats, created Marry Me Tampa Bay in 2012 to showcase the area's best local weddings and vendors. She has been featured as a wedding expert on the national talkshow Daytime, Fox13, ABC Action News, Great Day Tampa Bay, and Bay News 9 (now Spectrum).
