Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Caterer | Purple Olive
Ceremony Site | The Oldest House
DJ | Al Dee Productions
Event Planner | Coastal Coordinating | Emily
Florist | Parker Events
Hair & Makeup | Makeup by Paulina Perez
Reception Venue | The Oldest House
We got to photograph the Italian Club of Tampa’s Paolo Longo Award Reception, and it was honor to be part of such a great night! The honorees of the award along with their families and friends were all there to celebrate, as well as many of the members of the Club. We loved getting to hear the amazing history of the club, and the great speeches from the recipients. The award ceremony was followed by an amazing dinner catered by Olympia Catering, and DeLeon Entertainment had everyone on their feet dancing the night away! Congratulations to the recipients of the prestigious award, and congratulations to another year of great things for the Italian Club!
Lead Photographer | Alexa Rodriguez
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy
"Under the Sea" Wedding
Maureen and Sean grew up in the same development, but did not really know each other until high school. They connected again March 17th, 2018 at a St. Paddy's Day party and have been together ever since! Sean proposed at level 11 at the Grand Plaza Hotel on beautiful St. Pete Beach, overlooking the beach and a spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Mexico.
Maureen and Sean balance each other out, and have an incredibly deep connection. Together they enjoy going to shooting ranges, playing top golf, go-cart racing, and pretty much anything as long as they are together. They spend a lot of time working on house projects together and they definitely make a great team on that.
Maureen and Sean wanted something that represented their love of the beach and ocean, but would be temperature controlled as Sean works out in the heat all day. Maureen’s favorite color is rose, and it was perfect with the bridesmaid dresses - they were a bit of a 1920's style, mixing in some bling along with beach decor. They were able to have their dream "Under the Sea" Wedding in the Coral Reef tank, highlighted with an appearance by live penguins! Just being able to celebrate their love together with everyone was magical. But it was taken up a notch when Maureen’s Dad and his Irish family started Irish step dancing!
Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Michael Zoumberos
Bridal Shows | Betsey Johnson
Bridesmaid Dresses | Dillard’s
Cake | The Artistic Whisk
Caterer | Aramark Carering
Ceremony Site | The Florida Aquarium
DJ + Uplighting | Grant Hemond and Associates
Engagement Ring + Wedding Bands | Kay Jewelers
Florist | Apple Blossoms Floral Designs
Hair Stylist | Eyes On You Salon & Spa
Invitations | Shutterfly
Make-up Artist | Ian Glending
Officiant | Sensational Ceremonies
Pre-Ceremony | Le Méridien Tampa
Reception Venue | The Florida Aquarium
Wedding Gown | Kitty Chen Couture at CC’s Bridal Boutique, Tampa
Mary Kate met Christian in 2020 on a dating app. Within hours of matching, they were on their first date and have been inseparable ever since! 2020 made everyone get a little more comfortable with their loved one’s so Christian and MK spent their first six months working alongside one another. Christian asked Mary Kate to marry him on beautiful Miami beach shortly after and here we are a year later!
Mary Kate and Christian love fishing, surfing, playing tennis, golf and days on the boat. They admire how hard working the other is and love how great of a team they make. They are truly best friends.
Mary Kate and Christian tied the knot at the stunning Streamsong resort surrounded by happiness and love. A highlight of the evening was the Bridesmaids singing the couple’s story, which is a tradition in Mary Kate’s family. We loved getting to know this couple and being a part of their big day.
Congrats!
Lead Photographer | Audrey Clifford
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Band | Breezin’ Entertainment & Productions
Bridesmaid Dresses | JJ’s House
Cake | Streamsong Resort
Caterer | Streamsong Resort
Ceremony Site | Streamsong Resort
Event Planner | Streamsong Resort
Florist | Events in Bloom
Hair Stylist | Michele Renee The Studio
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Michele Renee The Studio
Reception Venue | Streamsong Resort
Videographer | Blue Skies HD Video
Wedding Gown | Pronovias
A little bit of Pakistan 🇵🇰 meets USA🇺🇸!
Marigrace and Usman met in NYC on the worst first date of all time lol! They went to get dinner, got lost on the subway, and by the time they got to the restaurant, they were out of the lamb! But, they talked for 5 hours about everything from global politics to taxi cabs! After that date Marigrace knew he was the one! I love the way they can turn anything into an adventure and they make each other laugh! They are always playing jokes!
Usman proposed at the Don CeSar, on NYE in 2019. Marigrace’s family was there and he was so nervous! Marigrace love’s Usman’s kindness and ability to calm her down. He’s so patient, and always keeps her from going too far into “crazy town” lol. Usman loves her confidence, and ability to adapt to situations and make them fun and easy.
Together they enjoy doing anything adventurous. They will always take a fun outdoor activity! MG taught Usman how to swim so that they could go on animal adventures that involved swimming. They also love exploring the city together and finding our hidden spots!
Their wedding was relaxed and casual. Like this sweet couple, it was fun and easy! All of their guests were able to let loose and groove to the Desi music under their favorite backdrop in the world…Pass-A-Grille Beach! Marigrace’s grandparents live right down the street and she spent every school vacation at the Don CeSar since she was one year old! Their Boho chic, wedding had the perfect touch of Desi culture. The evening was comfortable, relaxed, fun and sentimental.
The beach was the theme. They love this beach and it means so much to Marigrace especially, having grown up coming there since she was a kid.
They are the first non-arranged marriage in Usman’s family, ever! They included some fun cultural mixing. All of the groomsmen wore Pakistani clothing and all of the bridesmaids wore American clothing. When the bride walked down the aisle, the vows in the ceremony, and the entrance in the Desi clothes for the bride for the reception were a few of the great highlights of the day!
They were not really obsessed with the details. They love the beach, and each other. And and that was their favorite part, having each other, and all of the people that they love together in their favorite place.
Limelight Photography Luxury Collection Lead Photographers | Rebecca + Michael Zoumberos
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | The Don CeSar
Ceremony Music | Bella Musica - String Quartet
Ceremony Site | The Don CeSar
Cocktail, & Reception Entertainment | Total Entertainment by Matt Winter
Event Planner | Parties A' La Carte
Florist | Bruce Wayne Florals
Hair Stylist | Michele Renee The Studio
Invitations | Zola
Make-up Artist | Michele Renee The Studio
Photo Booth | Bash Booths
Reception Venue | The Don CeSar
Rentals | Kate Ryan Event Rentals
Ring | 1878 engagement ring 💍 Marigrace hunted with her BFF Sara to find this stunning Victorian floral setting ring with diamonds in Ohio
Wedding Gown | Philly Bride
