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 romantic with little elements that truly represented our love and the things that mean the most to us.”
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Searching for a local wedding planner who had a creative eye and an outgoing personality, the Bradenton bride and groom chose Kelly Kennedy Weddings and Events.
“When looking for a wedding planner we wanted someone who wouldn’t try to push their ideas on us. We needed someone who was creative, organized and approachable,” the bride explained. “We chose Kelly because she had planned one of our close friend’s weddings a few months before and did an amazing job. The day of our wedding, Kelly ensured things flowed effortlessly. We didn’t feel stressed at all because we knew she had it handled! She truly exceeded our expectations and made our day better than we could have ever imagined!”
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Choosing a wedding photographer who could capture every special moment from their big day was important and after researching a handful in the area, the couple chose Lifelong Photography Studios.
“We were really looking for someone who would listen to our vision was and provide us all the little details that made up our big day,” the bride gushed. “Lifelong did a great job from start to finish. Our pictures turned out beautiful, and we will forever cherish getting to look back at them forever.”
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Being that the bride is from Kentucky, the pair made sure to showcase sweet personal touches that incorporated her home state for her 130 guests.
“I am from Kentucky, and both Ben and I love bourbon. We incorporated a fun bourbon theme into our wedding through the use of a bourbon barrel head in lieu of a guestbook,” the bride shared. “As for our signature drink, we called it ‘the Sadie’, after our dog and made sure it had plenty of bourbon!”
Reminiscing of the day they tied the knot, Beth will always cherish her time with Ben.
“One of the most memorable moments of our day was probably the first look because it was just the two of us. It’s always such an intimate moment getting to be with just your partner before walking down the aisle,” the bride beamed. “Aside from spending time together, having all our family and friends there to celebrate made it a day we will never forget!”
The Proposal:
Ben proposed at our house before dinner one night. Our dog was there and we have spent a lot of time gutting and remodeling our home. It was perfect. Just us! I was totally surprised!
What did you look for in a wedding photographer?
We were looking for someone who would listen to our vision and capture every special moment from our big day.
I want to Learn more about Lifelong Photography Studio
We were really looking for someone who would listen to our vision was and provide us all the little details that made up our big day. Lifelong Photography Studios did a great job from start to finish. Our pictures turned out beautiful and we will forever cherish getting to look back at them forever.
What did you look for in a wedding planner?
When looking for a wedding planner we wanted someone who wouldn’t try to push their ideas on us, was creative, organized and someone we could just sit down with and have a conversation with like an old friend. This was definitely Kelly!
I want to learn more about planning from Kelly Kennedy Weddings and Events
We chose Kelly Kennedy Weddings and Events because Kelly had planned one of our close friend’s weddings a few months before and did an amazing job. The day of our wedding, Kelly ensured things flowed effortlessly. We didn’t feel stressed at all because we knew she had it handled! She truly exceeded our expectations and made our day better than we could have ever imagined.
How would you describe your theme?
Our wedding theme was elegant, with subtle hints of rustic charm. We chose this theme to keep the ambiance airy and romantic with little elements that truly represented our love and the things that mean the most to us.
What were your colors?
Dusty blue and gray. Blue is my favorite color, but I wanted to keep it romantic and not too bold.
What advice would you give to other Sarasota area couples?
I would highly recommend a wedding planner. It makes your life much less stressful!
Venue: Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Photographer: Lifelong Photography Studios *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Planner: Kelly Kennedy Weddings and Events *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Florist: Oneco Florist
Caterer: Sarasota Catering Company
Rentals: US Tent Rental and The Copper Acorn
Cake: Cakes by Ron
DJ: Total Entertainment by Matt Winter: The Josh Carroll Band
Officiant: “I Do” Ceremonies by Lauren Crowley
Invitations: Minted
Dress Shop: Something Blue Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaid Dress Shop: David’s Bridal
Hair & Makeup: Christie Clark
