Alexis & David's Wedding 10.12.13

   I went into Alexis and David's wedding day knowing that it would be gorgeous, they have impeccable taste. What I didn't know was what a true PARTY it would be! The couple had friends and family joining them from all over the world and you never would have guessed that they hadn't all known each other forever.
   The bride and groom spent the morning with their families getting ready for the big day. Pretty soon they were picture perfect and ready to tie the knot!

 

   Then it was off to the church for a stunning ceremony at Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

 Once they were hitched it was off to the reception for some delicious food, a fantastic photobooth, a cigar roller, a cocktail or two in their adorable customized wine glass favors, and of course music and lots of dancing!

It was a truly wonderful night filled with so much beauty, joy and love! Congratulations David & Alexis!

Vendors -
Wedding Planning & Coordination - Flawless Fetes
Photography - Vine & Light Photography
Catering - Delectables Fine Catering
Bar Catering - Lundy's via Delectables
Cake - Olympia Catering
Photobooth - Maddock Photography
Cigar Roller - Nicahabana Cigars
Lighting - Tampa Lights
DJ - DJ Yahoo
Rentals - PKS Rentals
Florist - Northside Florist
Hair & Makeup - Michele Renee Hair & Makeup Group
Wedding Gown - Malindy Elene Couture for the Bride
Venue - Ybor City Museum Garden
Ceremony Venue - Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Transportation - Advantage Limo

Incredibly grateful for Alexis' amazing review -

Amy & Ned's Wedding 9.1.13

   I absolutely could not wait for Amy and Ned's wedding day! Having planned Amy's sister, Laura (my first bride)'s, wedding I had already been lucky enough to spend time with this wonderful family and get to know some of the key players in the big day! Well, add those friendly faces to the groom's amazing family and friends and you had quite the party!
   The day started at the Renaissance Vinoy with hair, makeup, mimosas and presents to and from the beautiful bride. Once everyone was all gussied up, we headed to the stunning St Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church. A truly gorgeous and unique ceremony officially hitched Ned and Amy and then we were back to the Vinoy for the reception.
   Hilarious bridal party entries, delicious food, pit stops in the Shutterbooth photo booth and PLENTY of dancing all made for an incredible evening for the happy couple and their guests! Congratulations Amy & Ned!

Vendors
Ceremony Venue - St Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church
Reception Venue - Renaissance Vinoy 
Photography - Anne Fuentes of Limelight Photography
DJ - Josh Howell of Inspire Entertainment
Florals & Rentals - La Vie en Rose Design
Hair & Makeup - Michele Renee
Photobooth - Shutterbooth Tampa
Bridal Gown - Malindy Elene Couture for the Bride
Bridesmaids' Dresses - Bella Bridesmaid
Limo - Skyline Limousine

Loved this beautiful bride Amy and truly appreciate her review -

Malindy Elene Bridal Shoot with AKA Photography at Courtyard Marriott Bradenton

  Let me begin by saying that the Courtyard Marriott in Bradenton is not your standard Courtyard Marriott. Located right on the Manatee River, the hotel boasts gorgeous Spanish influenced architecture and several amazing fountains. I went for a meeting with Robyn, their Director of Sales, and Tarra, Catering Sales Manager, to get a run of the place and set up a hotel block for a future wedding and was so pleasantly surprised by what they have to offer. The ladies at the Marriott were wanting a bridal photo for their lobby's small wedding area to give people an idea of the ambiance that can easily be achieved for a wedding at their beautiful location.  I was all too happy to accommodate their wish and quickly enlisted the help of Kristen with AKA Photographs.
   We are incredibly lucky to know Megan, owner of Malindy Elene Couture for the Bride and she was gracious enough to don our model, Stephanie, with a couple of absolutely stunning gowns from her shop, and even went as far as to bring tons of accessories to glamorize accordingly!

   Can't wait to get the print framed and in place for the Marriott! We'll make sure you get a glimpse of the finished product in the not so distant future!

Ensemble 1 - 

   Gown - Jessie by Augusta Jones

   Belt - Anne Barge

   Hair Piece - Haute Bride

   Accessories - Paris

Ensemble 2 - 

   Gown - Chatham by Anne Barge

   Accessories - Paris

P.S. - We weren't the only ones crazy about these knockout shots - AKA's sneak peak blog post of the shoot got a boost via a reblog from Vows & Knots! Thanks V&K!