Laila + Jack Step Into The Limelight | ISLA DEL SOL YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Laila and Jack’s love story began their freshman year of college… a decade+ ago! In her vows, Laila said that as soon as she saw Jack, she thought “I found my future husband”, but of course she didn’t want to tell any of her new college friends in the case they thought she was crazy. But she wasn’t crazy, she was right!

Laila and Jack’s wedding day was full of details that reflect their love of the beach and shelling, with a ceremony on the beach and seashell decor scattered throughout their reception details. We also loved the non-beach related details of their day, like their choreographed first dance, first looks with each other’s bridal parties, and iconic beer boys who passed out beers during their ceremony. Their wedding was truly a photographer’s dream!

What an honor it was to witness Laila and Jack dedicate their lives to one another and join together in marriage. We are SO happy for these two and wish them so much happiness for the years to come (+ many amazing shelling finds!). Congrats to Laila and Jack!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal and Birdy Grey
Cake | Publix
Caterer | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Ceremony Site | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
DJ | Boone’s Professional Events
Event Planner | Breezin’ Weddings | Katie
Florist | Sola Wood Flowers | Bride’s Aunt
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Invitations | Zola
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light Hair and Makeup Group
Reception Venue | Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club
Wedding Gown | Once Upon a Dress

Jin + Young Step Into The Limelight | Tampa Korean Methodist Church + Armature Works | Tampa, FL

It all started when Jin and Young met at the very same church they tied the knot in. When Young moved down to Florida to go to USF, he decided to join the local church where he first meet Jin. Jin was part of the church and sought the eye of Young who was head over heels over her. She was able to win him over with their shared interest in the church as well as their love of musical instruments. After seeing each other for a while, Young proposed to Jin in front of the same church they meet in and would eventually have their ceremony there as well!

The weather could not be anymore perfect as they exchanged vows and danced the night away, complete with a grand exit full of bubbles. We congratulate the two newlyweds and wish them a long, happy marriage!

Lead Photographer | Steven McCarthy
Associate Photographer | Cheyenne Roth

Caterer | Puff ’n Stuff
Ceremony Site | Tampa Korean Methodist Church
DJ | Boone’s Professional Events
Event Planner | Real Time Wedding/Event Planning LLC
Hair Stylist | Destiny & Light
Invitations | Canva
Make-up Artist | Destiny & Light
Reception Venue | Armature Works
Wedding Gown | CC’s Bridal Boutique

Karissa + Andrew Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

Karissa + Andrew met in Dekalb, IL in May of 2011. One of Karissa’s best friends, Miraynda had been dating one of Andrews best friends, Eddie. Miraynda and Eddie decided that they wanted to play matchmaker and through a party one weekend while Andrew was visiting. The next day after the party, Karissa realized she had left her camera in Eddie’s room (yes, she had a separate cell phone and camera). When Karissa got the camera back later that day it was full of pictures of Andrew and all his friends. Andrew and Karissa instantly became friends after that night and started dating about six months later.

How he proposed: Andrew planned a nice dinner and then drinks with a couple of friends to celebrate Karissa passing one of her CPA exams. To get from dinner to the bar where they were meeting their friends, they had to walk past Buckingham Fountain. Andrew stopped Karissa at the beautifully lit fountain with the city skyline as the backdrop and proposed to her. Karissa was completely surprised and totally over the moon! The proposal was everything she ever dreamed of. After the proposal, they left to meet up with all of their best friends and they celebrated all night long!

When deciding where to have their wedding Karissa couldn’t picture having it anywhere other than Clearwater, FL. She had spent a lot of her childhood vacationing in the Clearwater/Dunedin/Tampa area and it is one of her most favorite places! Karissa and Andrew’s wedding was a fusion of Jewish traditions and non-traditions, it was romantic, beachy, and fun as they were so so so happy to be surrounded by all of their loved ones.

Congratulations on becoming husband and wife Karissa + Andrew! 

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Bridesmaid Dresses | Davids Bridal
Cake | Chantilly Cakes
Caterer | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Ceremony Site | Sandpiper Deck, Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
DJ | Boone’s Professional Events
Event Planner | Candice, Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Invitations | Shutterfly
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
Reception Venue | Waters Edge, Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Wedding Gown | Weddings 826