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Tropical Pink, Green and Gold Destination St. Pete Wedding | Sunken Gardens

Florida Signature Bridal Affair | Tampa Wedding Show October 21st, 2018

Annie and Blake's tropical-inspired destination St. Pete wedding was the epitome of classic old-Florida charm and romance. With a color palette of pink, green and gold and hints of yellow and orange, the bride and groom tied in their lush theme throughout their wedding details.

“We love to be outdoors and in nature,” the couple shared. “The venue was reminiscent of a jungle and a source for much of the wedding design and inspiration.”

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Planning their destination Florida wedding from Washington D.C., the couple knew the importance of hiring a St. Pete wedding planner with an attention for detail.

Southern Glam Wedding and Events was a first choice for us because Annie actually went to school with Meagan. She knew the type of person Meagan is and that definitely was the right choice for us,” Blake shared. “We could not have been happier with the level of service we received. From going through vendor contracts with a fine-tooth comb and alerting us to things we should know, to steaming our sweetheart table tablecloth so it looked amazing for pictures, Meagan is a details person, and there was not a single detail that was overlooked!”

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Looking back, the couple reminisced that writing personal vows to each other was one of the most memorable aspects of their wedding day.

“Exchanging our vows that we worked so hard on and just having the gathering of our closest friends and family was so important to us,” Annie reminisced.

Tropical Inspired Green and White Palm Leaves Wedding Invitation Suite

Tropical Inspired Green and White Palm Leaves Wedding Invitation Suite

Wedding Rings on Wooden Box and Palm Tree Leaves

Cream Open Toed Platform Heel Wedding Shoes

Bride and Bridesmaids Getting Ready in Blush Pink Robes

Matching Blush Pink Bridesmaids Dresses

A-Line Strappy V-Neck Wedding Dress

Bride Getting Ready Portrait with Strappy V-neck Lace A-Line Wedding Dress

Bride Getting Ready Portrait with Strappy V-neck Lace A-Line Wedding Dress, Braided Hair and Cream Open Toe Shoes

Tropical Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Ideas | Vintage Table with White Lace Linen, Wooden Box and Tropical Flower in Vase, Glass Welcome Sign with Gold Frame on Wooden Stand

Outdoor Tropical Garden Wedding Ceremony Portrait | St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Outdoor Tropical Garden Wedding Ceremony Portrait | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

The Proposal:
Blake surprised me with a supposed night out for dinner and a play at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. After dinner, while walking on the sky terrace, Blake popped the question overlooking the Washington Monument and Georgetown at sunset. There was a photographer standing by to capture the moment!

Outdoor Bride and Bridesmaid Portrait in Long Blush Pink Matching Dresses, Bride in Strappy V-neck Lace Wedding Dress with Tropical Pink, Yellow and Greenery Bouquets | St. Pete Wedding Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Outdoor Bride and Bridesmaid Portrait in Long Blush Pink Matching Dresses, Bride in Strappy V-neck Lace Wedding Dress with Tropical Pink, Yellow and Greenery Bouquets | St. Pete Wedding Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Outdoor Bridal Portrait A-Line Strappy Lace Wedding Dress, Braided Hair with White Flowers and Greenery, White, Pink King Protea and Yellow Tropical Inspired Floral Bouquet

Outdoor Bridal Portrait A-Line Lace Wedding Dress, Strappy Open Back Details, Braided Hair with White Flowers and Greenery, White and Pink Floral Bouquet

Tropical Outdoor Inspired Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait on Bridge | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

What did you look for in a wedding planner?
Someone with attention to detail. We needed someone to think of the things we didn't.

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Southern Glam Wedding and Events was a first choice for us because Annie actually went to school with Meagan. She knew the type of person Meagan is and that definitely was the right choice for us. We could not have been happier with the level of service we received. From going through vendor contracts with a fine-tooth comb and alerting us to things we should know, to steaming our sweetheart table tablecloth so it looked amazing for pictures, Meagan is a details person, and there was not a single detail that was overlooked!

Outdoor Bride and Groom Portrait A-Line Strappy Lace Wedding Dress, Braided Hair with White Flowers and Greenery, White, Pink King Protea and Yellow Tropical Inspired Floral Bouquet, Groom in Grey Suit | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Creative Outdoor Bride and Groom Wedding Portrait Under Veil | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

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Tropical Inspired Wedding Reception Seating Chart in Gold Frame

Outdoor Tropical Garden Wedding Reception Decor, Round Tables with White Tablecloth, White Folding Chairs and Gold Pineapple Centerpiece | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

How would you describe your theme/wedding design inspiration? 
Tropical/old Florida charm. We love to be outdoors and in nature. The venue was reminiscent of a jungle and was a source for much of the wedding design and inspiration.

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What were your colors?
Pink, green, gold with hints of yellow and orange, to keep with the theme of tropical/old Florida charm.

Outdoor Tropical Inspired Wedding Reception Decor, Gold Charger, Blush Pink Linen, White Lace Tablecloth, Gold Pineapple

Outdoor Tropical Garden Wedding Reception Decor, Round Tables with White Tablecloth, White Folding Chairs and Gold Pineapple Centerpiece | St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Outdoor Tropical Inspired Wedding Reception Decor, Sweetheart Table with Blush Pink and White Lace Tablecloth, Large White Wicker Chairs, and Palm Leaves, Pink and Yellow Floral Bouquet

How did you incorporate you and your spouse's personalities into the wedding?
We are both fun loving and quirky people with a sense of humor. We are also very close to our friends and family. With this in mind, we kept the wedding relatively small and intimate, while working in things that were meme-worthy.

Outdoor Wedding Reception Dessert Table with Pink Cake Pops

Round Two Tier Semi Naked Wedding Cake and Gold Drip Detailing with Fresh Tropical Flowers, Pink Flamingo Cake Topper

Round Two Tier Semi Naked Wedding Cake and Gold Drip Detailing with Fresh Tropical Flowers, Pink Flamingo Cake Topper

Tropical Garden Wedding Reception First Dance Wedding Portrait, Bride in Strappy Open Back Lace A Line Wedding Dress, Groom in Grey Suit | Outdoor St. Petersburg Wedding Venue Sunken Gardens | Planner Southern Glam Events and Weddings

Bride and Groom Wedding Reception Bubble ExitWhat advice would you give to other Tampa Bay couples?
It helps to have a vision, create Pinterest boards, and make sure the vendors are people you see yourself wanting to work with and who want to work with you. There are so many people to choose from, and you really can find people that align with your personality and vision.

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Sunken Gardens
Photographer: Everence Photography
Videographer: Lucky Lemon Films
Planner: Southern Glam Wedding and Events *Preferred Marry Me Tampa Bay Wedding Pro
Florist for Bride's Bouquet: 2Birds Events
Caterer: Carrabba's
Rentals: Southcoast Rentals
Cake: Hands on Sweets
DJ: Grant Hemond & Associates *Preferred Marry Me Tampa Bay Wedding Pro
Officiant: Scott Lortz Weddings and Wellness
Invitations: Zazzle
Transportation: Luxor Limo
Dress: BHLDN
Bridesmaid Dress Shop: JJ's House
Hair: Style Hair & Make-Up
Makeup: Lindsay Travis Artistry




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