Emily + Liam Step Into The Limelight | The Resort at Longboat Key Club | Longboat Key, FL

A Coastal Celebration at Longboat Key, FL

Emily and Liam’s love story began in college and came full circle on the beach, where Liam proposed and where they exchanged vows. Their wedding at Longboat Key Resort was the perfect reflection of who they are laid back, connected to the coast, and deeply in love.

The ceremony took place on the North Lawn with a view of teal waters and a soft ocean breeze. A violinist played as they walked down the aisle, adding a romantic and intimate feel to the moment.

The celebration continued at Spike ‘n Tees, an open air restaurant at The Resort at Longboat Key Club overlooking the golf course. Guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, putting on the green, and rounds of beer pong while Emily and Liam mingled with friends and family.

Every detail was personal. A mini boat at the bar held custom koozies. Emily designed all the signage. Bottles of sand decorated the tables. Instead of a traditional guestbook, guests left notes in a message-in-a-bottle. These thoughtful touches gave the day its charm and character.

After dinner and heartfelt speeches, we headed back to the beach for golden hour portraits. The light was perfect. Emily and Liam were completely in the moment, taking in the view and the love surrounding them.

The night wrapped back at Spike ‘n Tees with more laughter, games, and memories made. It felt less like an event and more like the gathering of one big family; exactly how they wanted it.

Emily and Liam, thank you for letting us tell your story. Your day was beautiful, meaningful, and completely yours!

With love,
Jeff

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Lead Photographer | Jeff Mitchell
Associate Photographer | Noelle Topa

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer | Resort at Longboat Key Club
Ceremony Site | Resort at Longboat Key Club 
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree Events | Christina
Florist | Flowers by Fudgie
Hair Stylist | POSH Bridal
Make-up Artist | POSH Bridal
Reception Venue | Resort at Longboat Key Club (Spike N Tees)
Wedding Gown | Truly Forever Bridal

Carly + Ryan Step Into The Limelight | THE RESORT AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB | SARASOTA, FL

Fun, classy, elegant, seamless 

Carly and Ryan both were student athletes at the university of Florida and met out at a bar at Techno Tuesday in the springtime when both of their teams had a rare midweek off day. Ironically, they ran into each other in the student athlete study hall earlier that day and didn’t speak to each other, haha! They love their little family and life they’ve built together in NC with their pup. They love that they can be totally themselves and goofy and not take life so seriously. Together they enjoy hiking with Bambino or even just going for walks around the neighborhood together (they call them family walks), cooking and traveling. 

They were in Asheville, NC and hiking the Triple Falls trail in DuPont National Forest. They we got to the first waterfall and Ryan proposed! He nearly slipped on the wet rocks. It was the best because their pup Bambino got to be there and was in all the pictures! 

Carly and Ryan always dreamed of a beach wedding! Their wedding was fun and casual but still classy and elegant. The story reflected their personalities - they know how to have fun and not be so serious all the time, but can still be put together, classy, and poised! The wedding had a beachy vibe yet it was classic, luxurious and elegant. They are both pretty easy going people and their beach wedding spoke to their personalities in that sense. They also loved their venue and truly believe it is just the absolute best and will trump all other wedding venues! 

A really cool DIY project was incorporated into their wedding. They made sand dollars with their wedding date and location on the back for favors. They had a string to hang as a Christmas ornament for people to remember their day every holiday season. 

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie 
Cake | Cakes by Ron  
Caterer | Longboat Key Club 
Ceremony Site | Longboat Key Club
DJ | Jam All Day Entertainment
Event Planner | Swanky Soirée Events
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co
Reception Venue | Longboat Key Club
Transportation | Siesta Trolley
Wedding Gown | Betsy Robinson’s Bridal 

Molly + Austin Step Into The Limelight | The Ringling | Sarasota, FL

These two! I just absolutely loved meeting them for their engagement session at The Ringling… they are planning their wedding all the way from Boston MA and are just enjoying each moment of it all!
They were visiting family for the holidays and decided to do their engagement while in town.
Two words for these two… calm and collected! They are so aware of their love for each other that they are just Molly & Austin together, they both are so comfortable and nothing is overdone. It’s simply and purely perfect… They will be getting married at Longboat Key Club in April of 2021 and I truly cannot wait to witness Molly walking towards Austin down the aisle… it’s going to be a memorable one!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer

Location | The Ringling

Elizabeth + Mark Step Into The Limelight | St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church + Longboat Key Club | Sarasota, FL

Elizabeth & Mark met in 2014 at a bar in Fayetteville and the rest is LOVE!
They spending time with their dogs, they love the beach, craft beer, traveling and grilling.
Elizabeth loves how funny & easy going Mark is and Mark loves how fun, strong and beautiful Elizabeth is.

They both envisioned a classy (yet) fun beach wedding, small and low key with the people they love the most… I think they nailed it!
Their classic and elegant details made their wedding a breath of fresh air, plus they are both so gorgeous so everythaaannng looks gorgeous!

We truly loved being a part of their day and we were so honored to capture such amazing memories for Elizabeth & Mark ❤

People… truly, enjoy the gorgeousness!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer 
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Band | Bay Kings Band 
Bridesmaid Dresses | Bella Bridesmaid
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer | Longboat Key Club
Ceremony Site | St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree | Christina + Stefanie 
Florist | Ivy and Vine Floral Design
Hair + Makeup | Lasting Luxe
Invitations | Minted
Tent | US Tent 
Trolley | Siesta Trolley
Reception Venue | Longboat Key Club
Wedding Gown | Norman's Bridal