Ashley + Justin Step Into The Limelight | Saint Petersburg, FL

May 4, 2018

Ashley and Justin first met each other freshmen year of college at Florida State University in 2005. They quickly became and remained best friends for the next ten years. In 2015, a couple of years after they had graduated, they were out and about having a great time together when they decided to pretend to be engaged around a bunch of strangers. Ultimately feeling guilty, they confessed they weren’t together and were just best friends, however, the crowd didn’t believe them. Several months later, Justin asked Ashley out on a date and they started their relationship, shocking most of their close friends! With a solid foundation of friendship to support them, they began traveling, spending time with their families as a couple, and enjoying their pup Roxy.

For the proposal, Justin and Ashley went to a beach that they had gone to in the beginning of their relationship. Justin hid their engagement ring in their cooler and patiently waited for Ashley to open it. Ashley opened the cooler, didn’t see it, and when she turned around and looked at Justin he was on his knee. She became confused until Justin asked her to look in the cooler again…and then she saw it!

Ashley and Justin have been to many weddings as friends, but this wedding was their first as a couple, and it was their very own! They have spent all of these years together celebrating their friends relationships and now they have their friends around to rally for them. They had one of the biggest wedding parties that I have ever seen totaling 29 in all.

Ashley and Justin’s wedding was stunning, from their venue choice to their attire and flowers, all the way down to the finest of details. You could tell that Ashley and Justin put a lot of their heart and soul into customizing this day and it will be a night that their guests will certainly remember.

This wedding was full of fun, laughter, and love and it was a pleasure being there while everyone was making memories under the stars!

Congratulations Ashley and Justin, I wish nothing but the best in life for you!

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Claire + Enrique Step Into The Limelight | Powel Crosley Estate | Sarasota, FL

May 2, 2018

Claire and Enrique met in Sarasota in the spring of 2017 while salsa dancing. Enrique took Claire to a bench near the Ringling bridge on a Sunday evening to talk and enjoy a quiet evening. While there, he asked her what the tradition was for marriage proposals in America and if the guy is supposed to get on one knee. As he asked that, he got on one knee and said, "like this?" and that is when he proposed. Claire loves Enrique's caring and sweet disposition, he is her rock in everything she does. Enrique says that he loves how much he and Claire compliment each other, and how they make a great team. They work well together and have fun together. They enjoy traveling, dancing and walking on the beach together.

A very special touch is that Enrique handmade Claire a box during their courtship and they put it on the gift table for guests to enjoy and leave cards for the happy couple.

Since they met in Sarasota they wanted to get married there. They both moved to Sarasota around the same time to start a new chapter in life and found each other there. Enrique is from Peru and Claire likes a classical look, so the "theme" is a classy, "Spanish" look with lots of lace and pretty reds, corals and peach colors. They had Spanish lace custom table runners created just for their wedding and selected to decorate with Alstroemeria flowers, which are also known as “Peruvian Lillies”. Of course the DANCING was one of the best parts of this Peruvian-American weddings!

Lead Photographer | Michael + Rebecca Zoumberos

Rita + Nicolas Step Into The Limelight | The Biltmore | Miami Coral Gables, FL

April 30, 2018

Rita and Nicholas met on eHarmony in late 2011 and exchanged several emails but eventually lost touch. They reconnected online in the fall of 2015 when they exchanged phone numbers and started to get to know each other for a while before going out on their first date. What is so sweet about their relationship is that they are best friends. You can see they feel free to be their true selves with each other without fearing judgment. Rita loves “his soothing nature and ability to bring positivity to frustrating situations.” Nicholas loves “her sense of enthusiasm, good heart and ability to find quick solutions to problems.” They each strive to be better for the other every day. Together they love traveling, concerts, theme parks, the beach, and great food. They enjoy trivia nights and nights out with their friends and spending time with family. They love watching movies, whether at the theatre or at home. They have busy lives so they enjoy the quality time they get to spend with each other, whether it be chatting by the pool over drinks/wine, or challenging each other to a board game.

Everyone wants their wedding to be special and memorable. Those who have known Rita for a long time know that she had a hard time believing this day would ever come for her. Now that it has, her wedding was more than just special. It was inspiring and spiritual. All of their guests could feel the love they share and they knew they were witnessing God's presence in their lives.

Rita and Nicholas decided to have their wedding in the city of Miami because it marries their two favorite things: paradise and urban life. Being Cuban, Miami feels like home to Rita; and Nick's parents both grew up in Miami. Their venue, The Biltmore, is in the heart of one of the most picturesque areas, Coral Gables, and embodies both the tropical beauty of the city as well as the Spanish/Moorish influences on Cuban culture. Their wedding was elegant yet exotic, to match the venue's Moorish/Arabic atmosphere. A fun and beautiful highlight was the authentic Cuban Canasta dancer and guitarist.

Rita’s favorite moment was walking down the aisle and seeing Nick waiting at the altar for her. And spending time with all of their family and friends, as it was the first time both of their complete families were all together. The atmosphere was Happy, Relaxed, Romantic, and Fun.

Lead Photographers | Michael + Rebecca Zoumberos

Lisa + Matthew Step Into The Limelight | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

April 25, 2018

Lisa and Matthew had a beautiful wedding at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa. The couple loves to be in and by the water and really enjoy a beach setting. This is why they choose Clearwater Beach as the backdrop to their relaxed and romantic wedding. The two met over 3 years ago thru an online dating site. They enjoy being with each other and support their similar goals and dreams. During this wonderful wedding, you could just see how in love these two are with smiles from cheek to cheek and laughter throughout the day. The two were inseparable and were always holding hands. It was truly the sweetest thing to witness!

Their ceremony took place on the Terrace of the Hyatt where the two said their vows and I Do’s followed by a kiss to seal their promise. Guest from out of town joined them and witnessed love at it’s greatest! The celebration proceeded into the night with a very romantic dinner inside one of the venue’s banquet halls where the newly wed enjoyed quality time with their adored family and friends. To end the night, the couple did a butterfly release in honor and remembrance of Lisa’s father which was just unforgettable.

We wish Lisa & Matthew all the best!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

Davina + David Step Into The Limelight | The Birchwood | St. Petersburg, FL

April 17, 2018

David and Davina met through a best friend from college, Danielle, who is David’s cousin. Davina attended the University of Notre Dame where she majored in Civil Engineering. At the time, Danielle told her that she had a cousin named David who also was a Civil Engineer. Although Danielle thought they would have a lot in common, David was a few years older and already established in his career in New Jersey. After college, Davina chose to pursue a PhD in Civil Engineering at UCF. David had moved to Tampa while she was living in Orlando. Upon graduating, Davina got a job in St. Pete. and Danielle insisted that the two should meet. They met for dinner at the Locale Market in downtown St. Pete on a Wednesday night in December 2015, and from that day on, they were inseparable.

On Christmas morning, David gave Davina a present which was a beautiful piece of jewelry. He told her that he had something small to give to her later that was more of an “inside” thing. Davina was expecting it to be something silly, like a DVD of their favorite movie but later that afternoon, David asked if I wanted to have a glass of champagne out by the pool. He handed her a box that was larger than a ring box so she didn’t suspect anything and when she opened the larger box, there was a smaller box inside. David got down on one knee.

David and Davina had a romantic and elegant wedding in beautiful downtown St Petersburg. Davina wore a gorgeous gown with flowy tulle that accented her beauty while David wore a charcoal tux that added a clean and modern look. Blush, ivory and gold were the main colors of the decor of this wedding. From the bouquets, wedding stationary, center pieces and tables, it all tied in beautifully in a simple yet elegant way.

The couple chose The Birchwood to celebrate with their loved ones and it couldn't be any better! The love and affection that these too have for each other is overwhelming and sweet and they truly are made for one another. Congratulations to the newlyweds!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez

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