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Lilly Pulitzer Inspired Sarasota Wedding | Longboat Key Club Wedding

Stephanie and Matthew’s Sarasota wedding featured bright tropical colors and a gorgeous beachfront setting to complement their Lilly Pulitzer inspired color palette.

“I would describe our theme as a little southern charm, tropical vibe and Lilly Pulitzer all rolled into one!” the bride beamed. “We are both really relaxed and love bright colors, having fun and nice things.”

The Dublin, Ohio couple chose Sarasota for their destination Florida wedding as they have visited Longboat Key numerous times for family vacations, and it’s the location in which the groom proposed.

“We come to the Sarasota area often, about once every two months or so, it’s essentially our second home,” Stephanie shared. “We love the beach and the outdoors, so it was only natural to have a beach wedding.”

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Photography was a priority to the couple, therefore they searched for a Sarasota wedding photographer with experience and an artistic eye to capture every vibrant detail of their lush tropical wedding day.

“I was looking for the best photographers there were. Pictures were really important to me! We wanted photographers who had their own awesome ideas and nice concepts,” the bride explained. “I hired Limelight Photography after reading hundreds of reviews. Rebecca was the sweetest, and they always got back to me right away!”

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Looking back, the bride’s most cherished memory was taking her much-anticipated walk down the aisle.

“My most memorable moment was walking down the aisle. The ceremony was set up beautifully, and the weather was really nice,” Stephanie reminisced.Tropical Wedding Invitation with Palm Accents and Pink and Green Detail | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bride and Groom Wedding and Engagement Ring Portrait on Lilly Pulitzer Dress | Sarasota Wedding Photographer by Limelight Photography

Tropical Lilly Pulitzer Inspired Wedding Bouquet of Fuchsia and Pink Roses with Greenery | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Lilly Pulitzer Multi Colored Bridesmaid Dresses with Ivory Sophia Tolli Beaded Satin Wedding Dress | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bridal Glam Makeup Look with Brown Smokey Eye, Wispy False Lashes, and Fuchsia Lip | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bridal Getting Ready Portrait with Pearl and Rhinestone Headpiece | Sarasota Wedding Photography Limelight Photography

Beaded Satin Sophia Tolli Wedding Dress with Corset Lace Up Back

Beaded Satin Sweetheart Sophia Tolli Wedding Dress with Rhinestone Belt

Groom Wedding Day Portrait in Navy Suit with Light Pink Tie and Pink Boutonniere with Succulent

Outdoor Beachfront Bridal Wedding Day Portrait in Sophia Tolli Wedding Dress with Chapel Train | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bride and Groom Wedding Day Portrait in Sweetheart Sophia Tolli Wedding Dress and Navy Blue Suit with Light Pink Tie | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Florida Outdoor Bride and Groom Wedding Day Portrait with Pink and Green Wedding Bouquet | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

The Proposal:
Matt proposed on the beach behind his family’s condo on Longboat Key, at the end of a pier.

Sarasota Beach Outdoor Bride and Groom Wedding Day Portrait | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Outdoor Sarasota Bridal Party Wedding Portrait | Brightly Colored Lilly Pulitzer Bridesmaid Dresses and White Sweetheart Sophia Tolli Wedding Dress | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

Sarasota Beach Wedding Ceremony Arch of Wood and White Tulle with Greenery and Pink Roses | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

Lilly Pulitzer Multi Colored Bridesmaids Dresses with Hot Pink Rose Wedding Bouquets

Pink and Green Lilly Pulitzer Inspired Sarasota Beachfront Wedding Ceremony | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bride and Groom Sarasota Beach Wedding Ceremony Portrait | Photography by Limelight Photography

Tropical Beach Wedding Ceremony under Wooden Wedding Arch with White Tulle and Pink and Green Cascading Florals | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Sarasota Outdoor, Beachfront Wedding Ceremony at Longboat Key Club Wedding Venue | Pink and Green Lilly Pulitzer Inspired Wedding | Photography by Limelight Photography

Bride and Groom Wedding Day Portrait on Sarasota Beach at Sunset Under Wedding Arch | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Bride and Groom Sarasota Beach Wedding Day Portrait by Limelight Photography

What did you look for in a wedding photographer?
I was looking for the best photographers there were. Pictures were really important to me! Someone with a lot of experience and an artistic eye. Photographers who had their own awesome ideas and nice concepts. People that I could trust to do their own thing, that was organized and friendly too! I hired Limelight Photography after reading hundreds of reviews. Michael was so fun and nice on the phone, I felt like I was there in person. Rebecca was the sweetest and they always got back to me right away! Matt and I live on a farm and they enjoy the same type of lifestyle so it made it really nice!

Night Wedding Portrait in Sarasota Florida with Brightly Colored Paper Lanterns

Gold Painted Pineapple Tropical Wedding Decor with Pink Carnation Flowers | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

His and Hers Wedding Day Specialty Cocktail Signs with Palm Leaves in a Gold Frame | Tropical Wedding Decor Ideas | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Fuchsia and Pink Invisible Cascading Carnation Flowers Wedding Decor

Wedding Sweetheart Table with Tropical Palms and Sparkly Gold Mr and Mrs with Hot Pink Roses and Green Hydrangea | Pink, Gold and Green Wedding Decor Ideas | Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

Purple and Gold Wedding Reception Uplighting | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

Tall Tropical Palm Leaf Wedding Centerpieces with Pink and Green Flowers | Gold Plate Charger with Pink Napkins and Gold Chiavari Chairs | Lilly Pulitzer Inspired Wedding Décor | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

How would you describe your theme?
A little southern charm, tropical vibe and Lilly Pulitzer all rolled into one!

What were your colors?
We had a bunch of colors going on with the Lilly Pulitzer prints, but our main colors were pink (my favorite) and green (Matt’s favorite).

Four Tier Lilly Pulitzer Theme White Wedding Cake with Pink and Green Roses and Hydrangea on Gold Cake Stand | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

Four Tier Round White Wedding Cake with Pink and Green Roses and Hydrangea with Bird Wedding Cake Topper | Sarasota Wedding Photography by Limelight Photography

Pink and Green Bird Wedding Cake Topper

Bride and Groom Sparkler Heart Wedding Portrait by Sarasota Wedding Photographer Limelight Photography

What advice would you give to other Tampa Bay couples?
If you are not local, and even if you are, hire a wedding planner!

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Longboat Key Club
Photographer: Limelight Photography
Planner, Rentals, and Invitations: Swanky Soiree
Florist: Flowers by Fudgie
Cake: Pastries by Design
DJ and Band: Phase 5 Band *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro
Officiant: Joe Pieper (Family Friend)
Transportation: Siesta Trolley
Dress Shop and Designer: Wendy’s Bridal (Dublin, OH) – Sophia Tolli
Bridesmaid Dress Designer: Lilly Pulitzer
Hair & Makeup: Destiny and Light
Cigar Roller: Cigar Creations
Photo Booth: The Fancy Booth *Marry Me Tampa Bay Preferred Wedding Pro




About the Author

Anna Coats

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 talk show Daytime, Fox13, ABC Action News, Great Day Tampa Bay, and Bay News 9 (now Spectrum).

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