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Caroline and Anthony’s destination South Tampa wedding combined family tradition with elegant simplicity in the heart of the groom’s hometown of Tampa. The couple embraced the opportunity to celebrate with 30 of their closest friends and family despite COVID-19, and the result was an intimate affair surrounded by the people they love the most. “We...
Jordi and Matt’s waterfront South Tampa wedding featured a neutral color palette, lush greenery, and a few nods to their mutual love of travel. The couple exchanged vows in a traditional Catholic ceremony followed by an alfresco dinner and dancing overlooking a waterfront marina. “We always dreamed of an outdoor reception. We loved the idea...
During COVID, at-home weddings evolved from a simple backyard affair to themed and personalized events. Luxury wedding planner and designer John Campbell, owner of John Campbell Weddings, showcased how to elevate an intimate wedding with contemporary meetings traditional details. “With the trend of at-home weddings growing exponentially, I wanted to show that couples have the...
With Florida’s perfect weather and tropical aesthetic, bohemian-inspired wedding details are always in season. Intimate wedding planners Elope Tampa Bay designed a downtown St. Pete elopement wedding shoot that showcased how neutral tones and a nature-filled backdrop make a bold statement. “The theme was boho and free-spirited. We wanted the theme of the elopement to really bring...
MJ and Mark’s downtown Tampa wedding incorporated each of their personalities, with masculine touches like deep blue linens and a champagne wall that suited the groom, and elegant gold accents reflecting the bride’s taste. The Tampa residents hosted an elegant, modern affair fitting their museum venue, with classic colors offset with citric accents indicative of...
Tori and Blake’s bohemian beach wedding was originally slated for the Virgin Islands, but the global pandemic threw a wrench in their International travel plans, so they pivoted and picked Tampa Bay for their destination wedding. The Kansas City bride and groom had visited Tampa Bay many times for vacation, so they knew it would...
Nadine and Dave’s intimate South Tampa wedding was originally planned as a larger scale destination wedding, but when the couple decided to move to Florida during the pandemic, they changed course and hosted a luxe celebration for 17 of their closest family and friends. The Texas couple chose Tampa for its convenient and sentimental locale...
Brittany and Ryan’s romantic downtown St. Pete wedding brought a soft garden vibe to the industrial character of a former train station. The St. Petersburg bride and groom chose a subdued color scheme injected with lots of greenery to soften the space. “Our colors were mauve, white, and gold, with a lot of greenery. I...
This Tampa wedding featured a unique combination of traditional and unconventional elements, a lush garden vibe, and a nod to America’s favorite pastime, baseball. The Tampa couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at their Catholic church and then bucked tradition by hosting their reception at Steinbrenner Field instead of a typical ballroom. To...
Inspired by the fall season and trendy bohemian vibe, this team of wedding pros channeled warm neutral colors and rustic elements to invoke the feeling of Autumn and the natural beauty that comes with it. “I chose neutral colors like brown, whites, and greens with pops of oranges and blush. These colors were chosen to...
Sandy and Keith’s beautiful waterfront Tampa wedding was planned in just six short weeks after COVID thwarted their original Gainesville nuptials. The St. Pete couple swapped their initial historic building venue for a sunset cruise with soft flora and classic details and were thrilled with how their celebration unfolded. Although the pair had to cancel...
Kristen and Josh’s romantic St. Pete Beach wedding featured a beautiful blend of neutral tones, lush Florida backdrops, and greenery-filled rooftop elegance. “The wedding was elegant and modern with neutral tones and lots of gorgeous florals. All of their signage was modern with white and black. The wedding colors were neutrals, white, ivory beige, taupe,...
Melynda and Nick’s St. Petersburg wedding highlighted a modern minimalist theme that embraced the couple’s laidback personalities. Deep shades of blue were offset by the subtle dusk colored accents and elegantly enhanced with greenery throughout the decor. “I would describe our theme as a modern minimalist. We chose this theme because we wanted a classy...
Amanda and John’s Tampa Heights wedding featured classic flora accented by rustic wood décor, gold geometric touches, nods to Disney, and shots of whiskey. The Tampa bride and groom incorporated personal touches to their neutral wedding with favored music selections and a unique brunch menu, including a doughnut tower. When it came to the overall...
Kelly and Matt considered canceling their Florida destination elopement in Indian Rocks Beach due to the threat of COVID-19, but ultimately decided to move forward with their intimate guestless wedding. “We made the choice to continue our plans since there was little to no cases in Florida at the time. We had a small gathering...
As the size of weddings is continuously evolving, Tampa Bay couples are embracing intimate weddings, and this styled wedding shoot showcases the comforting feeling of home with a playful, yet elegant intimate brunch affair. To complement the natural setting, this team of wedding pros incorporated a soft and muted color palette, with towering flora to...
Kayla and Avery’s Safety Harbor wedding featured traditional elements and classic details surrounded by extended family and friends. The bride wanted her wedding to be timeless, so she chose a classic, muted palette for the florals and decor. “I did not have a specific theme. I just wanted to have pretty neutral colors to...
Lexi and Tucker’s romantic South Tampa garden wedding overflowed with elegant details, a neutral color palette with pops of gold, and a mouthwatering menu. “We envisioned a more formal fare in a quaint setting,” the bride shared. “We wanted to take something simple and beautiful and dress it up. Our end vision was something that...
Sabrina and Andrew’s Tampa Heights wedding was a beautifully intimate indoor celebration that used stunning design and delicious food to create the perfect night. The couple used a subtle summer color palette of light neutrals with whimsical pops of blush and burnt orange that created an elegant bohemian ambiance in an industrial setting. “Our colors...
Brittany and Brian’s Clearwater Beach wedding was a picturesque affair with elegant decor, gorgeous rooftop views, and a confetti-filled last dance. “We really imagined a romantic bohemian ambiance with gorgeous fresh flowers and modern chic decor. We were immediately drawn to dusty blues, shades of green, and neutrals to tie in the beach feel, but...
Michelle and Ben’s waterfront Sarasota wedding didn’t skip a beat when it came to capturing a timelessly elegant ambiance reminiscent of an old time movie. Combining a neutral color palette with whimsical decor, the bride and groom perfectly nailed their vision. “I’ve always been inspired by timeless movies such as White Christmas. From a...
Konstantina and Jason’s romantic Palm Harbor wedding beautifully captured their vision with simplistic garden details and modern gold accents. “We always envisioned our special day being classically elegant with a bit of simplistic charm. For our theme, we chose an organic garden ambiance with a color palette of white, champagne, gold accents. We also...
Melanie and Kenny’s timeless downtown Tampa wedding featured a neutral color palette of grey, ivory, taupe, and gold to capture their classic yet modern celebration. Combining their Catholic backgrounds and quirky personalities, the bride and groom had a traditional church ceremony and an elegant reception with personal touches. “We both wanted a traditional Catholic...
Melissa and Jared’s downtown St. Pete wedding opted for a neutral, classic theme that elegantly mixed muted tones with gorgeous pops of colors. Matching their relaxed personalities, the bride and groom focused on subtle, but sweet details to showcase their eternal love for one another. “We wanted a very neutral, classic look that would stand...
Alexandra and Matthew’s destination Sarasota wedding exuded a luxurious theme with timeless details that embodied what the couple envisioned for their wedding day. “We love the classic elegance of hotels such as the Breakers, that incorporate minimalist floral arrangements, muted colors, and classic décor to accent the existing structure,” the bride explained. “We did not utilize...
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).
