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Alyssa and Tim's Tampa Bay wedding featured scenic backdrops of rolling greenery and a green, dusty blues, and blush color palette.

“We really wanted to keep things simple since the location was so beautiful. We are laid back and no fuss kind of people,” Alyssa explained. “I loved incorporating the lanterns that really set the mood with soft lights. We wanted colors to tie in to the beautiful scenery we had outside.”

The Lakeland couple knew that they wanted a Tampa Bay wedding photographer with experience in capturing gorgeous portraits and highlight the scenery that their venue offered.

“Since we had such a great location we wanted to make sure whomever we went with for a photographer could capture really beautiful shots outside,” the bride shared. “Kristen of Kristen Marie Photography was wonderful! She came highly recommended!”

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With a goal of keeping their guests entertained and on their feet, the couple spent a a lot of time researching their Tampa Bay wedding DJ.

“We read a lot of reviews for DJs before booking one” Alyssa gushed. “Graingertainment was really great. The DJ played all different kinds of music so there was a little something for everyone. Everyone loved him and complemented what a great selection there was!

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Looking back on her wedding day, one of the most cherished memories for the bride was a special moment she shared with her father.

“My favorite moment was the first look between me and my father. It was really important to me that we could share a moment between just the two of us before he walked me down the aisle. Dads don’t really get involved with the planning, so I wanted to make sure we had our moment. Our photographer, Kristen, captured the reveal with pictures, and it was just so emotional and wonderful at the same time,” the bride reminisced.

Blush Pink Ankle-Strap Sandal on White Tulle Background Greenery Inspired Invitation Suite Diamond Teardrop Earrings and Gold Clear Jewelry Box with Wedding Bands | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Kristen Marie Photography

Sweetheart Neckline with Floral Lace and Overlay Pink Blush Lining with Tank Straps | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Kristen Marie Photography

Indoor Bridal Portrait Watters Bride Plunge Line Lace Tank Strap Wedding Dress with White Roses Dusty Miller Succulents Bridal Bouquet | Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Kristen Marie Photography

Indoor Groom Portrait Wearing Light Grey Suit with Baby Blue Tie and White Flower Boutonniere | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography

Indoor Wedding Ceremony Portrait, Groomsmen Wearing Light Grey Suit with White Flower Boutonniere, Bridesmaids Wearing Dusty Blue Dresses with White and Greenery Bouquets | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography

How would you describe your theme/wedding design inspiration?
We really wanted to keep things simple since the location was so beautiful. I loved incorporating the lanterns that really set the mood with soft lights.

What were your colors?
Green, dusty blues, and blush. We wanted colors to tie in to the beautiful scenery we had outside.

Bridal Portrait, Plunging V-Neck Neckline Floral Lace Overlay Blush Lining with Tank Straps and Tulle Skirt with Greenery, Succulent and White Roses Bouquet, Bride with Updo Braided Hairstyle and Floor Length Tulle Veil | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair & Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Outdoor Florida Sunset Bride and Groom Portrait, Bride Wearing Plunging V-Neck Floral Lace Overlay with Blush Pink Lining Wedding Dress and Braided Hair Updo with Tulle Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue/Blue Tie and White with Greenery Boutonniere | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

The Proposal:
Tim proposed at home. It was a great night in. He made a really nice dinner and flowers were waiting for me when I arrived home. He caught me completely by surprise which is hard to do after dating for eight years.

Outdoor Florida Golf Course Bridal Portrait, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay and Blush Pink Lining A-Line Tulle Skirt Wedding Dress, Braided Hair Updo and Floor Length Veil Holding Greenery, White Roses and Anemone Floral Bouquet | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Outdoor Florida Golf Course Bride and Groom Portrait, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline Floral Lace Overlay and Blush Pink Lining A-Line Tulle Skirt Wedding Dress, Braided Updo and Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit and Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Outdoor Florida Golf Course Bride and Groom Portrait, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps Wedding Dress, Teardrop Diamond Earrings, Braided Updo and Tulle Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

What did you look for in a wedding photographer?
Since we had such a great location we wanted to make sure whomever we went with for a photographer could capture really beautiful shots outside.

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Kristen of Kristen Marie Photography was wonderful! She came highly recommended from a friend whose wedding she shot. It was really important to me that my dad and I could share a moment between just the two of us before he walked me down the aisle. Dads don’t really get involved with the planning, so I wanted to make sure we had our moment. Our photographer, Kristen, captured the reveal with pictures, and it was just so emotional and wonderful at the same time.

Outdoor Florida Golf Course Bride and Groom Portrait, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps Wedding Dress, Braided Updo and Tulle Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Outdoor Florida Sunset Golf Course Bride and Groom Portrait, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps Wedding Dress, Teardrop Diamond Earrings, Braided Updo and Tulle Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Bride and Groom Portrait of First Dance, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps Wedding Dress, Braided Updo and Tulle Floor Length Veil, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue Tie | Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group | Streamstrong Resort

What did you look for in a wedding entertainment company?
We read a lot of reviews for DJs before booking one. We wanted to make sure that people were dancing and having fun all night long.

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Graingertainment was really great. The DJ played all different kinds of music so there was a little something for everyone. Everyone loved him and complemented what a great selection there was!

Outdoor Bride and Groom Sparkler Exit Portrait with Wedding Guests, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay and Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps, A-Line Tulle Skirt Wedding Dress, Teardrop Diamond Earrings, Braided Updo, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit with Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

Outdoor Nighttime Bride and Groom Portrait in Front of White Vintage Car, Bride Wearing V-Neck Plunging Neckline with Floral Lace Overlay and Blush Pink Lining and Tank Straps, A-Line Tulle Skirt Wedding Dress, Teardrop Diamond Earrings, Braided Updo, Groom Wearing Light Grey Suit Vest with Dusty Blue Tie | Marry Me Tampa Bay Photographer Kristen Marie Photography | Marry Me Tampa Bay Hair and Makeup Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group

What advice would you give to other Tampa Bay couples?
At the end of the day the wedding is about you as a couple. Its very easy to plan with everyone else in mind and listen to a lot of opinions. Make sure the day is everything you want it to be. Most of all, enjoy the process. The actual wedding day will go by so fast. Sit back and enjoy all of the small things that go on that day.

Ceremony/Reception Venue, Caterer and Cake: Streamsong Resort
Photographer: Kristen Marie Photography *Preferred Marry Me Tampa Bay Wedding Pro
Florist: Marigold Flower Co
Officiant: A Beautiful Wedding in Florida Officiant & Ceremony Services
Invitations: Minted.com
DJ: Graingertainment *Preferred Marry Me Tampa Bay Wedding Pro
Dress: WTOO Brides
Bridesmaid Dresses: CC’s Bridal Boutique
Hair & Makeup: Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Menswear: Men's Warehouse




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