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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Passion and Grace
Gown Trends 2015
As a bride walks down the aisle in her gown, the goal is to make her feel exceptional. From the luxurious fabrics and unique designs, a woman in the gown of her dreams feels beautiful...
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 ...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Spotify reveals John Legend, Jason Mraz and Ed Sheeran as world’s top choices for matrimonial music
John Legend’s All of Me ranks as the world’s most listened to song across wedding-themed playlists on Spotify
Jason Mraz crowned most popular artist for...
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...
On the special day, each bride needs to be true to herself and discover her own style to be comfortable when she walks down the aisle. From a Prada studded sandal to a pink lip, we’ve found a few...
© 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....
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...
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...
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...
1. Budget
When shopping for a dress, it's important to remember that you aren't just paying for the dress. Accessories (such as the headpiece, jewelry, shoes, and lingerie) and alterations can really rack up the bill. Keep track of each...
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 –...
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...
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”...
The Elegant Wedding Showcase Returns To Tampa
– not your average bridal show –
Sunday, March 26, 2017
12 PM - 3:30 PM
Tampa Marriott Westshore
1001 N. Westshore Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33607
BRIDAL SHOW ADMISSION:
FREE per person 'Early Bird" Online Registration;
$5.00 per person 'Late'...
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....
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...
All the stress of planning a wedding will melt away once the newlyweds escape to a tropical island for their honeymoon. From head to toe, we’ve found a couple essentials that must be packed.
Forever Sexy
Feel sexy in this Sydney...
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...
All-Inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya
By Ronda M. Parag
Soak up the sun and enjoy a honeymoon filled with romance and harmony at the Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya. The sunny skies and beautiful azure waters of the Caribbean...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
"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...
Floral Inspiration - Bountiful Colors
Floral Designer: Botanica International Design & Décor Studio
Photography: Pezz Photo
Planner: Stonehouse Events
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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...
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...
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 &...
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...
Being part of a wedding involves a lot of time and expense. We’ve found a few thoughtful gifts for the bridesmaids, groomsmen and even for the joyous couple to exchange.
Party Favor
Personalized “Eat Drink and Be Married” Stemless Wine Glasses. Customize...