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Brianna and Adam

“Our wedding theme was a reflection of our style: simple, classy, and elegant, perfectly complementing both our personalities and the timeless charm of St. Petersburg. We chose a refined palette of moss green, black, white, and gold to bring our vision to life.” -The Bride

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Brianna and Adam’s elegant downtown St. Pete wedding seamlessly blended classic romance with personal touches, featuring a timeless color palette and stunning florals that added a touch of natural beauty and sophistication to their celebration.

“Our wedding theme was a reflection of our style: simple, classy, and elegant, perfectly complementing both our personalities and the timeless charm of St. Petersburg,” the bride beamed. “We chose a refined palette of moss green, black, white, and gold to bring our vision to life.”

The local bride and groom were drawn to St. Petersburg, for its relaxed, waterfront vibe and personal significance as it’s the place where their relationship began and where Adam’s unforgettable proposal took place.

“We live in Riverview. I’m from Cleveland, Ohio, and Adam is from South Carolina. We wanted to find a wedding location that was not only beautiful but also meaningful to both of us, with a coastal, beachy feel. We met in Tampa during school and chose to get married in St. Pete, a city that holds special significance in our relationship and is also one of the most beautiful places in the world. It’s even more special to me because Adam proposed at the iconic pink hotel in St. Pete.”

Prioritizing their faith, Brianna and Adam exchanged vows before 130 family and friends in a traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Mary’s Church, a meaningful choice that allowed them to celebrate their commitment in a sacred space before hosting an elegant reception in the Grand Ballroom of the boutique Birchwood hotel.

“For our reception, we wanted a venue with a ballroom, an outdoor space, and a view of Tampa Bay. Our favorite date night is going to downtown St. Pete for dinner and then heading to The Birchwood for a drink on the rooftop,” the bride shared. “We chose it because we love the location, it holds special meaning for us, and it checked all the boxes for what we envisioned in a venue. The service was amazing!”

When selecting a photographer for their June wedding, Brianna and Adam prioritized a reputable team with a style that matched their vision, ultimately selecting Lifelong Photography Studio for their stunning work and experience shooting at their venue.

“We wanted light and airy photos and a team with great experience,” the bride explained. “We spent time researching photographers and reviewing their previous work. I absolutely loved Lifelong Photography Studios‘ photos from past weddings, especially the ones taken at The Birchwood. Their service was excellent!”


Music and entertainment were a top priority for the bride and groom, as they wanted a lively atmosphere that kept their guests dancing all night.

“One of the most important parts of our wedding was making sure we had fun and spent as much time as possible on the dance floor,” the bride revealed. “We wanted a wedding DJ who was fun and could keep everyone on the dance floor all night long. We chose Grant Hemond & Associates because of their outstanding reviews and reputation as one of the best DJ companies in the Tampa Bay Area.”

The bride wore a strapless A-line gown with a sweetheart neckline designed by Justin Alexander, a perfect blend of elegance and timeless beauty. Finding the perfect dress was an unexpected journey, but with the help of a bridal consultant, Brianna discovered the gown that was meant for her.

“I had no idea what type of dress I wanted. I loved so many different styles and designers. I started by looking online at various bridal stores in the area and found that Truly Bridal Forever had the most dresses I loved. My experience there was amazing!” the bride gushed. “The consultant I worked with actually found my dress for me. I picked out about 10-12 gowns to try on but didn’t love any of them. Then, she brought me my wedding gown, and the moment I put it on, I knew it was the one!”

Brianna and Adam’s wedding was a true reflection of their personalities, blending fun, personal touches, and meaningful details that made their celebration one-of-a-kind.

“We both have fun-loving personalities, so we spent a few weeks choreographing a dance to perform during our introduction as husband and wife at the reception. Adam, being a huge sports fan, had his groomsmen wear sports-themed dress socks, while our love for our pets inspired signature cocktails named after our cat and dog. As major fans of sweets, having Paciugo gelato was an absolute must! Adam also curated a fun and exciting playlist for our DJ that blended our love for country music with the 2000s hip-hop we grew up with,” the bride detailed. “What made our wedding even more unique was that it was a destination wedding for all our guests in a place we call home. With our families and friends traveling in, we had the opportunity to share our beautiful city with the people we love most.”

The day was filled with unforgettable memories, but a few stood out as the most meaningful and emotional parts of the day.

“The most memorable moments were seeing each other for the first time in the church as I walked down the aisle and then being announced as husband and wife, with our closest family and friends cheering for us,” the bride reminisced. “Another unforgettable moment was at the end of the night when our loved ones gathered together for the final song and sang Friends in Low Places by Garth Brooks.


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What was your wedding dress inspiration?
I had no idea what type of dress I wanted. I loved so many different styles and designers. I started by looking online at various bridal stores in the area and found that Truly Bridal Forever had the most dresses I loved. My experience there was amazing! The consultant I worked with actually found my dress for me. I picked out about 10-12 gowns to try on but didn’t love any of them. Then, she brought me my wedding gown, and the moment I put it on, I knew it was the one!

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Where did you spend your honeymoon?
We spent our honeymoon at an all inclusive resort in Punta Cana. We chose this location because we wanted a beautiful beach destination and a very relaxing vacation. 

Where did you host your bachelorette party?
Scottsdale, Arizona, because it was a place I had never been before. Living in Florida, I wanted to experience something different from the beach. I had never been to the desert or even out west before.

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The Proposal:
Since I was a young girl, my family and I had traveled to St. Pete, and one of my favorite memories was driving into St. Pete Beach. As we crossed the bridge, the first thing I always looked for was the iconic pink hotel, The Don CeSar. Every time, without fail, I would excitedly point it out to my family. I had shared this story with Adam so many times that he knew it was the perfect place to propose.

One evening, Adam told me to dress up for a fancy dinner, but little did I know, he had something even more special planned. As we arrived at the beach in front of The Don CeSar, he took my hand and led me onto the sand. Then, in the most perfect moment, he got down on one knee. A photographer, blending seamlessly into the crowd, captured it all—every emotion, every detail. After the unforgettable proposal, we celebrated with a beautiful dinner inside the hotel. It was truly the perfect place for the perfect occasion.

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What did you look for in a wedding photographer?
We wanted light and airy photos and a team with great experience. We spent time researching photographers and reviewing their previous work.

I absolutely loved Lifelong Photography Studios‘ photos from past weddings, especially the ones taken at The Birchwood. Their service was excellent!

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How would you describe your theme/wedding design inspiration?
Our wedding theme was a reflection of our style: simple, classy, and elegant, perfectly complementing both our personalities and the timeless charm of St. Petersburg. 

What were your colors?
We chose a refined palette of moss green, black, white, and gold to bring our vision to life.

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What did you look for in a wedding venue?
For our reception, we wanted a venue with a ballroom, an outdoor space, and a view of Tampa Bay. Our favorite date night is going to downtown St. Pete for dinner and then heading to The Birchwood for a drink on the rooftop.

We chose The Birchwood because we love the location, it holds special meaning for us, and it checked all the boxes for what we envisioned in a venue. The service was amazing!

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What did you look for in a wedding DJ?
We wanted a wedding DJ who was fun and could keep everyone on the dance floor all night long.

We chose Grant Hemond & Associates because of their outstanding reviews and reputation as one of the best DJ companies in the Tampa Bay Area.

What advice would you give to other Tampa Bay couples?
Before your wedding day, take time as a couple to sit down and talk about what a perfect day looks like for both of you. Then, when the big day comes, make sure to stay true to that vision. For us, the most important thing was being together the entire night and spending as much time as possible on the dance floor, having fun. We made sure to do exactly that, and our wedding day couldn’t have been more perfect!

Which vendors really exceeded your expectations?
Our wedding planner was absolutely amazing and made sure the entire day ran seamlessly. She was always checking in on us, ensuring we had drinks in hand, bringing us appetizers, and even packing up our dinner since we didn’t have time to eat. She kept everything on schedule and went above and beyond to make sure we had the best night imaginable.

My florist, Iza, was equally incredible. From the very first time I met her, she welcomed me into her shop and guided me through selecting the most beautiful flowers. I wasn’t very familiar with flowers, but she took the time to help me understand and made sure I had exactly what I envisioned. When I saw them on our wedding day, I was absolutely in awe of how stunning they were.


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