Shelby + Kyle Step Into The Limelight | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort | Clearwater Beach, FL

June 5, 2019

(Sweet) Shelby & (Hugger) Kyle met their senior year at Purdue University. Shelby worked as the athletic trainer for the Women's Volleyball team and Kyle played as a practice player. Kyle would fake injuries in order to talk to Shelby and get her attention. Shelby would stay professional and was clueless that Kyle was interested in her. Two months later, Shelby saw Kyle out at a bar, and he had Arby's sandwiches. Kyle offered Shelby a sandwich and they have been together ever since.

Kyle proposed on New Years Eve at 9:00PM (12/31/17) in The Villages, FL. They were out dancing in the town square with Shelby's parents. When the band wrapped up, Kyle got down on one knee and proposed. The band saw the commotion and pulled back out their instruments. They called them both on stage and played Buddy Holly's "True Love Ways" as they danced.

Shelby loves Kyle fun-loving personality and the fact that he can always make her laugh. He has taught her to not take life so seriously and to enjoy the little things in life. She loves his ambition and how he always goes above and beyond expectations. Kyle will always go out of his way to try and make someones day.

Kyle loves that Shelby is such a kind, loving, generous, athletic, and sweet person. What's not to love! She is always there to put a big smile on his face, and always knows how to pick him up. She's extremely supportive in his my crazy ideas, and he knows she will always be by my side.

They both enjoy hiking, traveling, wine-tasting, and cheering on the Purdue Boilermakers.

Uncle Toby officiated their wedding, and cousin Jeff played the guitar as they walked down the aisle. We could not has dreamed of a more perfect wedding day for Shelby & Kyle. Every moment was gracious and oh so sweet. The ultimate goal was a beautiful destination wedding to celebrate their love with close friends and family ending with one big party. Success!

Shelby & Kyle… you both are in for a treat! Life together is the BEST! Enjoy it all 💕

#SchwedesinParadise

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Jillaina + Scott Step Into The Limelight | Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club | Lakewood Ranch, FL

May 29, 2019

We had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of Jillaina and Scott’s special day. Scott lives in Iowa, and Jill lives in Tampa. They happened to have some mutual friends that live in Tampa, and on January 19, 2013 Scott came to town celebrate a birthday of our mutual friend. They met that night - He saw Jill across the room and came running over to say hello. He asked if she would join him for dinner the next day, and Jill politely declined with no interest in getting involved romantically.

The next day, their mutual friend and asked her if she would like to join her for dinner. Jill said yes, and when she got to the restaurant none of her friends were there! But Scott was... they tricked her into having dinner with him. The dinner led into late night bowling, and one of the most fun and perfect nights they’ve ever had. The love was instant, and has never faded!

On the day Scott proposed to Jillaina, Scott took Jill back to the place they had their first dinner and bowling together to recreate their first date. He then asked her to marry him and Jill said yes!

Their wedding day was gorgeous! Glitter, glitz, glam, fun, food, and lots of activities. The venue dripped in crystals and sparkles! From their ceremony site, to the reception hall, everything had glitter, rose gold and just the right touch of sparkle. It was truly a day to remember!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Lacie + Wilson Step Into The Limelight | Marco Beach Ocean Resort | Marco Beach, FL

May 29, 2019

Lacie + Wilson’s story began ten years ago while they were still in high school.They officially met at a local pizza place named “Vito’s” and after speaking, they discovered that they both enjoy the same things in life. They love their family, surfing, going to the beach, traveling and now as an established couple, they love being parents to their sweet dog named “Tuna.”

Since they both have a love for the ocean, Wilson knew it was the best place to propose to Lacie. To surprise her, Wilson took Lacie on a routine date to their favorite coffee shop on Wrightsville Beach. Once they got their coffee he brought her to a special location where he had written out “will you marry me” in sea shells! <3

After saying yes, and as the wedding planning process began, Lacie + Wilson decided that they wanted a destination wedding. They decided on Marco Beach Ocean Resort and they absolutely loved it! On their wedding day Lacie + Wilson were surrounded by their very large group of close friends and family who helped shape them into the human beings they are today.

Lacie + Wilson are such a sincere couple, I could tell how much their family and friends felt appreciated and loved.

Congratulations on becoming husband and wife!

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

Catalina + Shayne Step Into The Limelight | Hillsborough River State Park | Thonotosassa, FL

May 23, 2019

Catalina & Shayne’s first date was at the Hillsborough River State Park so having their engagement session at this location just made sense. Shayne loves the outdoors and he took took us along an educational hike during their session. Did you know Wild Grapes is a thing? Animals love them! There is also such a thing as Wild Coffee along the trails, it’s a glossy little shrub and if eaten… it will give you a burst of energy unlike our normal Starbucks coffee cup (more like a buzz). Shayne saved us all when he quickly spotted poison ivy! I just loved how Catalina just gracefully smiled throughout it all… She can hang though, don’t get me wrong. spiders and mosquitoes were everywhere!

Fun fact… Catalina was one of Limelight’s Interns a few years ago and now we get to be a part of the planning process of her own wedding day! It is such an honor and I cannot wait to see it all come together. They will tie the knot in January at Beso del Sol Resort and we are here for it.

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer

Location | Hillsborough River State Park

Kelsey + Joseph Step Into The Limelight | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa | Clearwater Beach, FL

May 15, 2019

Kelsey grew up in South Dakota and knew ever since she was little that she wanted to live near the beach. Six years ago Kelsey made her dreams come true by moving to Florida. If Kelsey would have never made the journey from South Dakota, she would have never met the love of her life, Joseph. Kelsey + Joseph met through a mutual friend and have been together ever since….4 1/2 years ago to be exact!

Joseph proposed to Kelsey while on a trip to her parents house in South Dakota on the 3rd of July. They were enjoying an evening boat ride and during the fireworks display, he dropped down on one knee! So romantic!

What they love about each other:

Kelsey says, “I love Joseph’s patience and kind heart. He keeps me level headed when I overreact and doesn’t care what people think about him.

Joseph says, “I love Kelsey for her motivation, ambition and good heart. She’s the sweetest most relatable person I’ve ever met.”

Kelsey + Joseph enjoy spending time with their fur baby, a 2yr old cavapoo named Duke. They love food, friends and family, often opening their home to host different guests for parties and family gatherings. It was important on their wedding to foster the same environment as they both had families flying in from all around the country. Most of Kelsey + Joseph’s family have never met before, so it was really exciting to get everyone together to share their joy and love for one another and to celebrate as one big happy family.

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Audrey Clifford

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