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Modern Boho St. Pete Beach Wedding Inspiration | The Don CeSar

 

Tampa Bay Wedding Planning Advice Group

When you take an iconic St. Pete Beach hotel and incorporate eclectic details, the result is charming elegance that captures a subtle yet chic ambiance.

Bringing together The Don CeSar's recently renovated youthful modern look, St. Pete wedding planner Staci Mandikas of UNIQUE Weddings + Events created an organic yet bohemian theme for this styled wedding inspiration shoot.

“We really wanted to create a chic and youthful design installed at an upscale, traditional beach resort. We wanted to steer away from anything classic and instead try to create something that appeals to a younger couple that captures their free spirit attitude and bohemian style. We used an array of textures, both visual and tactile to create a layered design incorporating both organic and unusual elements,” Staci explained. “The color scheme was an array of muted colors and neutral tones. We didn't want to do anything too bright or flashy, but we did want to add more color than just the blues, whites and greys of the location. The colors that we chose complimented the new Don CeSar finishes and charming modern look.”

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A true expert when it comes to finding the perfect elements to help bring a theme to life, UNIQUE Weddings + Events teamed up with wedding decor rental companies A Chair Affair and Over the Top Rental Linens.

“The long tablescape featured pastel colors and mixed metals along with a variety of candles, floral clusters and even a bowl of fruit, set atop geometric linen. Iridescent chargers, gold flatware, and natural menus marked each place setting,” Staci shared.

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Glowing in classically chic wedding dresses from Truly Forever Bridal, “the bride” embraced her groom as Andi Diamond Photography perfectly captured every sweet detail between the two.

“The ceremony gown featured a soft A-line wedding dress with a subtle square, round embroidery, and a sheet top. An effortlessly lightweight gown, the bride moved about gracefully like a goddess,” Staci gushed. “The reception gown was more streamline with embroidery on the top and an elegant gather at the bottom. The groom wore a blue tuxedo with a surprise black-trimmed lapel, showing off a bit of his personal style. His vest, bowtie, and accessories were also black.”

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Chic Neutral Tone Modern Watercolor Wedding Invitation Suite, Multi-colored and Textural Floral Boutonniere with Scabiosa, Feathers and Pampas Grass, On Top of Ivory Linen | St. Pete Beach Resort Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Wedding Stationary A+P Design Co

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Groom’s Classic Black Accessories Wedding Detail Portrait, Black Formal Shoes, Black Bowtie, Black Cufflinks, Multi-colored and Textural Floral Boutonniere with Scabiosa, Feathers and Pampas Grass | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

Florida Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | The Pink Palace of St. Pete Beach | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography

How did the Don CeSar fit within your theme?
With the updates recently made at the Don Cesar Beach Resort, the resort has a more modern and chic look. We built off of these more contemporary updates, by creating a look that was young and current.

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Chic Neutral Tone Modern Outdoor Ceremony with Ghost Acrylic Chairs | St. Pete Beach Resort Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography| Tampa Wedding Rentals A Chair Affair | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

Chic Neutral Tone Modern Outdoor Ceremony with Ghost Acrylic Chairs | | St. Pete Beach Resort Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography| Tampa Wedding Rentals A Chair Affair | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

Bohemian Outdoor Wedding Decor, Neutral Color Pampas Grass In Oversized Glass Water Jug On Top Of Natural Wooden Decor, Multi-colored and Textural Bohemian Floral Arrangement with Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Greenery, Garden Roses and Protea | St. Pete Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

What was your inspiration for this shoot?
We really wanted to create a chic and youthful design installed at an upscale, traditional beach resort. We wanted to steer away from anything classic and instead try to create something that appeals to a younger couple that captures their free spirit attitude and bohemian style. We used an array of textures, both visual and tactile to create a layered design incorporating both organic and unusual elements.

Bohemian Outdoor Natural Wooden Wedding Decor, Multi-colored and Textural Bohemian Floral Arrangement on Ceramic Vase with Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Greenery, Garden Roses, Thistle, Lisianthus and Protea | St. Pete Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

White Pampas Grass In Oversized Glass Water Jug with Black Pebbles On Top Of Natural Wooden Decor at Wedding Ceremony | St. Pete Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

Florida Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Square and Round Embroidery and Sweetheart Neckline with Sheer Top, Tulle Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet with Multi-colored and Textural Elements, King Protea, Pink and Ivory Garden Roses, Thistle, Lisianthus, Antlers and Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Greenery | Tampa Wedding Dress Boutique Truly Forever Bridal | ampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue

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Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait, Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Square and Round Embroidery and Sweetheart Neckline with Sheet Top, Tulle Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet with Multi-colored and Textural Elements, King Protea, Pink and Ivory Garden Roses, Thistle, Lisianthus, Antlers and Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Greenery | Tampa Wedding Dress Boutique Truly Forever Bridal | ampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar

Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait During Outdoor Ceremony, Bride in White A-Line Wedding Dress and Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet with Multi-colored and Textural Elements, Neutral Tone Wedding Decor with King Protea, Clear Acrylic Ghost Chairs, Tropical Palm Tree Ceremony Backdrop | Tampa Wedding Dress Boutique Truly Forever Bridal | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar

Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait, Outdoor Ceremony, Bride in White A-Line Wedding Dress Sweetheart Neckline with Sheer Top and Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet with Multi-colored and Textural Elements, Neutral Tone Florals with King Protea | Tampa Wedding Dress Boutique Truly Forever Bridal | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar

How would you describe your theme?
A young couple who opts to marry at a classic, historic St. Pete Beach resort, but want to steer away from anything overly stuffy or formal. We created a modern, textural design that incorporated unique elements and a chic and youthful style.

Florida Bride and Groom Candid Wedding Portrait on St. Pete Beach, Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Sweetheart Neckline and Sheer Top, Tulle Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet | St. Pete Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal

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Chic Bohemian Inspired Wedding Decor, Long Rectangle Reception Tables with Blue Geometric Linen and White Sheer Runner, Neutral Tone Low Floral Centerpiece, Pampas Grass in Large Clear Glass Jar, Against Hotel Ballroom Backdrop with Greenery and Chandelier Lighting | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Wedding Rentals A Chair Affair | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events | Linen Rentals Over the Top Linens

Bohemian Chic Inspired Wedding Decor, Long Rectangle Reception Tables with Blue Geometric Linen and White Sheer Runner, Neutral Tones Low Floral Centerpieces with White Ivory and Pink Roses, King Protea, Thistle, Lisianthus, Antlers, Feathers, Scabiosa, Mercury Glass Votive Candle Holder, Crystal Champagne Flutes, Pampas Grass in Large Clear Glass Jar, Against Hotel Ballroom Backdrop with Greenery and Chandelier Lighting | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events | Linen Rentals Over the Top Linens | Rentals A Chair Affair

What were your favorite elements of this shoot?
The couple went to a winery on their first date and the unity ceremony was the combining of the bride and groom's favorite wines.

The long tablescape featured pastel colors and mixed metals along with a variety of candles, floral clusters and even a bowl of fruit, set atop geometric linen. Iridescent chargers, gold flatware, and natural menus marked each place setting.

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Bohemian Chic Inspired Wedding Decor, Low Floral Centerpieces with Multi-colored and Textural Elements, with Pink Roses Thistle Turkey Feathers Antlers, Mercury Glass Votive Candle Holder | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events

Bohemian Chic Inspired Wedding Decor, Long Rectangle Reception Tables with Blue Geometric Linen and White Sheer Runner, Neutral Tones Low Floral Centerpieces with White Ivory and Pink Roses, King Protea, Thistle, Lisianthus, Antlers, Feathers, Scabiosa, Mercury Glass Votive Candle Holder, Crystal Champagne Flutes, Pampas Grass in Large Clear Glass Jar, Against Hotel Ballroom Backdrop with Greenery and Chandelier Lighting | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events | Linen Rentals Over the Top Linens | Rentals A Chair Affair

What were your colors?
The color scheme was an array of muted colors and neutral tones. We didn't want to do anything too bright or flashy, but we did want to add more color than just the blues, whites and greys of the location. The colors that we chose complimented the new Don CeSar finishes and charming modern look.

Bohemian Chic Inspired Wedding Decor and Table Setting, Neutral Tone Watercolor Wedding Menu from Invitation Suite, Long Rectangle Reception Tables with Blue Geometric Linen and White Sheer Runner, White Linen Napkins, Clear Ghost Chargers, Flatware 
 Tampa Wedding Stationary Designer A+P Design Co | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner UNIQUE Weddings + Events | Linen Rentals Over the Top Linens | Rentals A Chair Affair

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Four Tier Neutral Tone Cake, Textured Surface, Natural Elements with Green and White Succulent, Burlap and Lace Ribbon, Wooden Cake Stand | Tampa Bay Wedding Cake Decorator The Artistic Whisk | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography

Four Tier Neutral Tone Cake, Textured Surface, Natural Elements with Green and White Succulent, Burlap and Lace Ribbon, Wooden Cake Stand | Tampa Bay Wedding Cake Decorator The Artistic Whisk | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography

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Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait at Sunset on St. Pete Beach, Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Sheer Top, Tulle Veil with Floral Hair Accessorie, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet | St. Petersburg Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal

Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait at Sunset on St. Pete Beach, Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Sheer Top, Tulle Veil, Carrying Bohemian Inspired Floral Wedding Bouquet | St. Petersburg Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal

Florida Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait at Sunset on St. Pete Beach, Bride in Soft White A-line Wedding Dress With Sheer Top | St. Petersburg Beach Resort and Hotel Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal

Bride and Groom First Dance During Intimate Wedding Portrait | Bride in Long Flowy White Dress, Standing in Ballroom under Chandeliers and Mood Lighting | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography | St. Pete Beach Wedding Venue The Don Cesar | Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal

Bride and Groom Toast with Champagne Flutes During Wedding Reception, Bride in Second Look Reception Outfit Streamline White Gown with Embroidered Top and Plunging Neckline | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography

Tampa Bay Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait in Chic Hotel Lobby, Bride in Streamline Flowy Reception Gown | Tampa Wedding Dress Shop Truly Forever Bridal | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Andi Diamond Photography

How much would you estimate this wedding would cost for 150 guests?
Venue, Catering & Bar: $20,000 – $30,000 | Photography: $4,000- $6,000 | Videography: $3,750- $5,000 | Flowers & Decor: $7,000- $10,000 | Invitations: $900- $1,200 | Rentals: $1,250- $2,250 | Design & Planning: $2,500- $7,000 | Linens: $1,250- $1,750 | Bride’s Attire: $3,300- $5,500 | Groom’s Attire: $200- $400 | Dessert: $1,200- $1,600 | Officiant: $300

Venue: The Don CeSar *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Venue
Planner: UNIQUE Weddings + Events *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Photographer: Andi Diamond Photography *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Videographer: Lucky Lemon Films
Decor & Floral: Events in Bloom
Linens: Over the Top Rental Linens *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Foliage: A1 Foliage
Rentals: A Chair Affair *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Stationery: A+P Design Co *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Gown: Truly Forever Bridal *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Hair and Makeup: Lasting Luxe
Cake: The Artistic Whisk *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro




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