Melanie and Zachary's love story began in 2016, during their first year of pharmacy school at the University of South Florida. As soon as they met, they felt an immediate connection, and after class, they would spend hours lost in conversation about anything and everything. It quickly became clear to them both that they had found their soulmate in each other.
In 2020, after graduating from pharmacy school, Zachary surprised Melanie with a proposal. They celebrated their engagement with a surprise party, surrounded by their closest friends and family.
On their big day, the weather was truly perfect! A slight breeze, overcast skies, and the sound of crashing waves just a short ways away from their ceremony site. Melanie and Zack were showered with love and joy as they tied the knot to make their marriage finally official.
The morning of, both Melanie and Zack’s moms mentioned that their wedding day has been highly anticipated for many years as they waited to finally tie the knot after finishing school. It was such an honor to witness their union and such a gorgeous celebration.
Congrats to the Zippi’s!
Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Gabe Caldwell
Cake | Chantilly Cakes
Caterer | Opal Sands Resort
Ceremony Site | Opal Sands Resort
DJ | DJ Cory Barron & Co.
Event Planner | Breezin’ Weddings | Anna Shvaykova
Florist | By the Bay Floral Design Studio
Reception Venue | Opal Sands Resort
Makeup Artist | Makeup by Melvin
Wedding Gown | White Magnolia Bridal