Courtney Raterman and Rob Casal
Expressions of Playfulness, Lightheartedness, Sincerity and Joy Courtney and Rob tried to incorporate their favorite characteristics of each other in every detail of their wedding. They wanted their day to be timeless, yet reflect a...
Two Hearts Make One
Celia Turek and Clifford Myers
February 17, 2018 | Sarasota
Ceila and Clif are truly partners that deeply love each other and share romance together. Clif surprised Celia two months before their wedding with his own invitation saying,...
© Voila Cinematic
St. Petersburg Waterfront Home Nuptials
As guests arrived for Caroline Majeed and Brad Savon’s wedding at her to parents’ home on Snell Isle, they were guided through a three-part journey of celebration. Starting with a garden-inspired ceremony at...
A Romantic Rustic Chic Wedding Amidst Historic Charm
Nadia and Shay were the first wedding at Armature Works. They envisioned a rustic chic style for their big day, and fell in love with the historic charm of this historic building....
A Moonlit Wedding on St. Pete Beach
November 5 | St. Pete Beach
Kelly and Jeremy wanted Kelly’s ill grandmother to be a part of the wedding, and to get both families out of the cold of the north and into...
Jessica Blanco and Michael Norris | April 23 | Tampa | Photography by Andi Diamond Photography
The perfect wedding day began with nuptials at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in historic Ybor City and commenced with a celebration...
A Creative Celebration
At The Palma Ceia Country Club
Trici Garcia and Jack Lansdowne wanted the wedding to be a celebration and have unexpected surprises. They had a steel drum player at cocktail hour with flamingo straws to top off our specialty...
Kelsey Arsenault and Timothy Zink Jr.
A Love for the Great Outdoors
The fun-loving couple, Kelsey and Timothy “Drew,” have a great love for the outdoors, especially fishing, and that influenced many of the details of their wedding, including the reception venue at...
SARAH DAVIS and KYLE MASSIE
May 22, 2021 | Armature Works
Every detail was orchestrated to perfection for Sarah and Kyle’s wedding day held at Armature Works. From the ceremony to the reception, everyone came together to celebrate their love and...
1920s Glam-Inspired Celebration
December 30, 2016 | Tiffany Bleile and Tom Daly
When planning their wedding, Tiffany and Tom wanted it to be an unforgettable event so they thought, what better time to get married than on New Year’s Eve weekend. They...
Topsy-Turvy Tipples & Tea
When: February 7, 2020
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
An Alice in Wonderland-inspired affair provided guests an immersive experience with entertaining hosts guiding guests through a menu of tantalizing tea party cocktails and bites.
A curiously unique grown-up “tea”...
Chicago Style Wedding at the Don Cesar
October 21, 2017 | St. Pete Beach
This was a destination wedding and many of the guests traveled from Chicago, to share in the celebration. The ceremony was held at the family’s church where...
April 15 | Tampa
Samantha (Sam) Davis
and
EJ Ciaccio
Modern Glam Wedding at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Since the engagement, Samantha (Sam) and EJ had been planning their elegant, modern wedding with a collaboration from FH Weddings & Events in Tampa, as...
A Moroccan Design
Photography: Kismis Ink Photography – www.kismisinkblog.com | Venue: Straz Center for the Performing Arts – www.strazcenter.org | Event Planning: Pea to Tree Events – www.peatotree.com | Floral: Hannah’s Floral – www.hannahsfloral.com | Wedding Cake: Trudy Melissa Cakes –...
Modern Springtime Wedding in Ybor City
The ceremony and reception of Ashley and Richard were filled with amazing details and cherished mementos designed and orchestrated by her mother, Valorie Bauer with Bauer Events. The couple were married at St. Lawrence...
Rustic Charm at Historic Haus 820
Photography by Wings of Glory Photography
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Inspiring Details
Venue: Haus 820, www.haus820.com | Photography: Wings of Glory Photography, www.wingsofgloryphotographyblog.com | Videography: Bonnie Newman Creative, www.bonnienewmancreative.com | Planning: Sparkleigh...
Aly + Jesse
Event Credits:
Wedding Planner Tracie Domino Events
Ceremony Venue Vinoy Renaissance Resort
Reception Venue Vinoy Renaissance Resort
Caterer & Cake Vinoy Renaissance Resort
Cake Pops Michele Heitlinger
Toffee Toffee to Go
Florals & Décor MMD Events
Photographer Sam Hurd Photography
Videographer Voila Cinematic
Makeup Artist ...
Megan Demartini and Andrew Fay's St. Petersburg Wedding
Personal Touches
• Mother and Grandmother of the bride both wore a beautiful long sleeved, completely lace dress on their wedding days. As my “something old” and as a tribute to them, I...
A Surreal Wedding Day
Kristina and George had a clear vision for how they wanted to celebrate and it was no surprise how magical the evening turned out to be. Soft romantic details and pops of gorgeous anemone surrounded the...
Tampa Bay Weddings has developed a simple wedding budget worksheet to help guide you through the planning and budgeting phase of a wedding. Using a budget worksheet will help prevent important items from "slipping through the cracks" and will aid...
Cool Hues Under a Warm Southern Sky
Photography: Lifelong Photography Studio
Planning: Blue Skies Weddings & Events
Floral Design: Iza’s Flowers
Rentals: A Chair Affair
Venue: Fort DeSoto State Park
Wood Arch: Downhome Wood Signs & Designs
Cake: A Piece of Cake
Hair & Makeup: Michele Renee...
Escape to El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico
Planning for a destination wedding can be overwhelming and stressful. Deciding where to host the wedding is key. If you are thinking tropical island with beautiful blue waters, great service and fantastic...
Hillary and Richard
The ceremony and reception was held at Hilary's parent's residence on beautiful Bayshore Boulevard in South Tampa.
Floral arrangements by Botanica International Design Studio were a strong and beautiful statement made throughout the ceremonial grounds and private...
Wedding Gift Guide
It can be big or small, but it is usually the thought that counts when selecting gifts for the bridesmaids, groomsmen or each other. From monogrammed keepsakes to a wonderful picnic basket, we’ve uncovered a few perfect...
Romance at The Henderson Beach & Spa Resort
Destin, Florida | By Chad H. Vorbrich
Located on the “Emerald Coast” in Destin, The Henderson is nestled on property that offers sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico, pristine beaches, dunes, a...
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Samantha + E.J.
Modern Glam Wedding at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Since the engagement, Samantha (Sam) and EJ had been planning their elegant, modern wedding with a collaboration from FH Weddings &...
Kaitlin and Pete’s Waterfront Wedding at the Rusty Pelican on Rocky Pointe in Tampa, Florida
Photography by Andi Diamond Photography
Kaitlin and Pete’s ceremony at the Rusty Pelican had a great view of the water for them and their guests. The couple exchanged vows,...
Wedding Planning 101
(Family Features) First comes the proposal then comes the wedding planning. There are dozens of decisions that need to be made before it’s time to walk down the aisle, which can be overwhelming for brides and grooms.
To...
"Once Upon A Time"
Venue: Bakers Ranch, www.bakersranch.com | Photographer: Carrie Wildes Photography, www.carriewildes.com | Lighting, Draping & Chandeliers: On the Move Productions, www.otmproductions.com | Florals: Events in Bloom, www.events-in-bloom.com | Gown & Tux Boutique: Something Blue Bridal, www.somethingbluebridalboutique.com | Gown Designer: Martina...
The "Great Daxby" Wedding at the Powel Crosley Estate
Photography by Tara Tomlinson
Born out of the bride's love for 1920 style, the wedding of Tiffany Styles and Michael Dax had a color scheme of ivory, gold and black with the...
Garden Elegance
August 15, 2020 | Four Seasons
It was simply a day to celebrate the love of Bridgette and Logan with every attention to the detail from the incredible ceremony design filled with florals and candles to the signage and...
Mommy & Me
Benefiting Redefining Refuge Presented by Legacy Wealth Partners
When: May 2, 2021
Where: Armature Works
It was a great day as guests dressed in their finest tea chic attire, hats, fascinators, gloves and pretty dresses to enjoy hot and cold...
It is always fun to find the perfect gift and we’ve found a few great ideas to gift the bride and groom as well as their bridal party. From timeless Rolexes that the couple can gift each other, to...
Katy Ziegler and Carlo Galluccio | October 23 | Clearwater Beach | Photography by Life Long Studios
Tropical Romance at the Hilton Clearwater Beach
Looking back at their wedding day, Katy remembers what an amazing feeling it was to look around...
Bridal Gown Trends
Love is the air and couples are still getting married even if they have had to postpone or adjust their original ceremony and receptions plans. Many of the designers chose to do virtual fashions shows, but still...
Wedding Bliss At Reunion Resort
By Patricia A. Vorbrich
Design your Ever After at this stunning resort, located just six miles from Walt Disney World, the resort boasts 320 rooms, including private villas, condominiums and vacation homes, all surrounded by 2,300...
Gown Trends For 2018
By Ronda M. Parag
Gown trends for 2018? Choosing what to wear for the biggest day of her life has to be one of the hardest decisions for any bride-to-be. It sets the tone for the entire...
Love Is In The Air
It was a spectacular day at the Elegant Wedding Showcase, as newly engaged and future brides and grooms-to-be attended the summer bridal show, held at the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel. The hotel’s grand ballroom...
Claire Pettibone's Nature Inspired Collection
Photography by Kayla Barker
Designer Claire Pettibone’s Couture 2017 collection is inspired by nature and embodies vintage romance with a bohemian free spirit.
The garden, vineyard, rustic and vintage inspired weddings that have become so ubiquitous, showcase many...
Gatsby Photoshoot from Iyrus Entertainment on Vimeo.
Behind the Scenes: Great Gatsby Inspired 1920s Waterfront Wedding Photo Shoot
Loving Details:
Venue: 900 Park Street, St. Petersburg, FL Design
Design Collaboration: Exquisite Events and FH Weddings & Events
Floral, Furniture & Décor: FH Weddings &...
Floral Inspiration - Bountiful Colors
Floral Designer: Botanica International Design & Décor Studio
Photography: Pezz Photo
Planner: Stonehouse Events
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Honeymoon Style Trends
After the hustle and bustle of planning the wedding, it should be a top priority for the newly married couple to take that honeymoon. We’ve found a few essentials to bring along, from a hat for the...
The best part of planning a wedding is what comes after, the honeymoon. Relax and recharge with an island or beach escape. Don’t forget these honeymoon style trends while preparing to pack up your suitcase.
Romantic Getaway in Style
On the...
A Beautiful Couple Celebrate Their Love
Photography by Andi Diamond Photography
Kristy and Rhys have been a loving couple for many years, so their family and friends were thrilled to see them tie the knot at a beautiful outdoor ceremony at...
A Valentine’s Day Style Shoot
It is one of the most popular days of the year to get engaged, right after the holidays. So, if you are lucky enough to be proposed to today, we hope to provide you a...
Paso Robles is for Wine Lovers
Located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California’s famed Central Coast, Paso Robles is a place where wine critics become wine lovers and where visitors come as guests, and leave as friends....
The Enchantment of Ireland
By Ronda M. Parag
When planning a destination wedding, it is important to think of a place with stunning landscape and friendly people. Ireland offers a variety of landscape from picturesque castles and country homes, to the...
Tampa Bay Weddings Celebrates Ten Years Of Inspiring And Introducing Sophisticated Brides To The Very Best Local Vendors And Venues.
Tampa Bay Weddings Magazine and TampaBayWed.com kicked off its 10 year Anniversary celebration by hosting an industry leadership cocktail social,...
An Inspiring Riverside Wedding at The Straz Center
Planner/Design: Karin with Confetti Events | Photographer: Jorge at Life Long Studios
Credits:
Venue: The Straz Center
Photographer: Life Long Studios
Planner: Confetti Events
Floral & Décor: Hannah’s Floral & Events
Linen: Over the Top Linens
Chairs: Chiavari Chic
Hair...
Dress: Gala by Galia Lahav Couture
The Dream Dress
Tampa Bay Weddings' 2016 Gown Guide | By Ronda M. Parag
Searching for the perfect wedding dress should be fun and special. Bring those closest to you that understand your style and vision....