Monique + Mark Step Into The Limelight | THE VINOY® RENAISSANCE ST. PETERSBURG RESORT & GOLF CLUB + SUNSET BALLROOM | ST. PETERSBURG, FL

So… we are slightly obsessed with Monique & Mark ❤︎
These two beautiful souls celebrated their love with so much class, we loved how elegant each detail of their wedding day was at the unique and historical Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club. Surrounded by their families and closest friends Monique & Mark tied the knot at the timeless Tea Garden during sunset.

Monique & Mark’s love shined through so beautifully, we could all feel it throughout the entire day.

On the regular, these two enjoy skydiving, gaming, rock climbing, traveling together and we loved being able to witness their excitement when they spoke about each other and their future together.

They danced the night away at the Sunset Ballroom and made sure to love on each of their guests and families. We just love the way they love and we wish Monique & Mark ALL good things in everything they do.

Congratulations to a beautiful couple ❤︎

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Cake | Hands on Sweets
Caterer | The Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club
Ceremony Music | Sunset Strings
Ceremony Site | The Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club | Tea Garden
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates Inc.
Event Planner | MDP Events | Lauren Gertz 
Florist | Iza’s Flowers, Inc.
Hair Stylist | Blom Hair Lounge
Invitations | A&P Designs 
Make-up Artist | Blom Hair Lounge
Officiant | Sensational Ceremonies | Kathy Thomas
Reception Venue | The Vinoy® Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club | Sunset Ballroom
Rentals | Kate Ryan Event Rentals
Transportation | Star Trolley
Videographer | Voila Cinematic
Wedding Gown | Athena’s Bridal Salon 

Sarah + Sam Step Into The Limelight | HYATT REGENCY CLEARWATER BEACH RESORT AND SPA | CLEARWATER, FL

We can’t get enough of Sarah and Sam.

Sarah and Sam met when they were only 15 and 16 years old. They met at church camp, became friends, and kept in touch throughout the years. Sarah moved to Tampa after college and Sam moved to Chicago. Both Sarah and Sam were in serious relationships with other people, but they were friends so they kept in touch a couple of times throughout each year. When Sarah would go to visit family, she’d fly into Chicago and Sam would never fail to offer to pick her up and take her to her parents house. Eventually, both of their separate relationships ended and they started looking forward to the drives together during visits and felt like they were becoming more than friends, but they didn’t think it would ever become serious because of the distance.

Fast forward to after they eventually started dating, here’s how Sam proposed:

“We went to church in the morning, and Sam said he made lunch reservations at Salt Rock Grill—one of our favorite places. I knew something was up when he made reservations… Sam usually isn’t a planner! We went to lunch and had a wonderful time, but lunch came and went and he didn’t propose. I thought ‘Well, whatever. I could use a nap!’. He then said he needed to help one of our friends back at the church. We stopped at the church, he went in and I chatted with my friend Jen who was standing outside. After a few minutes, I walked int to see if they needed help and it was a set-up. Sam was standing there while our friend Dan was playing guitar. Sam proposed and I said yes!”

Sarah and Sam’s wedding ceremony took place at that same church and it was so beautiful. There were many happy tears shed by everyone. Throughout the entire day, you could feel the love by the way family and friends talked about Sarah and Sam.

We are so excited for these two and the new adventure that they get to experience through married life! We pray that they continue to grow in love and rich in happiness. Congratulations, Sarah & Sam!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Band | Nightbreakers
Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | Chantilly Cakes
Caterer | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Ceremony Site | Living Hope Church of the Nazarene - Largo
Event Planner | Lizzie Long | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Bellair Salon
Invitations | Shutterfly
Make-up Artist | Bellair Salon
Reception Venue | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Wedding Gown | Pavane Couture

Erica + Lionel Step Into The Limelight | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa | Clearwater, FL

We all want to know…

How did he propose? It was the Fourth of July 2021 and we had just gotten back from Lionel’s cousins house. He asked Erica to wait in the car while he did something inside (Erica thought maybe Isabella had painted something for her). 20 minutes passed and Erica really had to use the restroom, so she called Lionel and asked if she could come inside now. When she walked in, Lionel had the stairs lined with rose petals and candles, and had their song playing in the background—it was at this point that Erica finally caught on. Erica walked up the stairs and found more rose petals and candles all over the room. Lionel was standing there waiting for her with the biggest smile on his face. Lionel said some very beautiful words, the specifics of which Erica doesn’t remember because her heart was beating so fast. Lionel then called for his girls Isabella (9) and Liana (4) to come out of their room and told Erica to turn around. When she did, she saw that both girls were wearing shirts that said “Will you marry our daddy?” Erica immediately dropped to her knees and began crying. When she turned to look at Lionel, he was on one knee and had the most gorgeous ring in his hand. It was easily the best day ever!

What do you love about each other: 

• Erica loves about Lionel: the incredible dad he is, the patience he has with her, how hardworking he is, the notes he leaves her in the morning, when he cleans the house and does yard work, how big his heart is.

• Lionel loves about Erica: The unbelievable role model and step-upped mother she has become for Isabella and Liana. The love and compassion she shows Lionel, Isabella, and Liana on a daily basis. Erica has been the best life partner Lionel could have ever asked for and is very blessed to have Erica in his life.

Interests/hobbies you enjoy doing together: we like to golf together, spend time with our families and our 2 girls.

Erica & Lionel’s wedding was pure magic! It was a beautiful story unfolding was they celebrated their families coming together and becoming one.
It was classic & timeless, we loved seeing Erica’s dad perform during their Ceremony and just how thoughtful it was for them to incorporate Spanish for Lionel’s side of the family. It was so sweet to see 

Erica & Lionel enjoy their day along with their girls… 
We wish Erica & Lionel a lifetime of JOY and happiness. Congratulations!

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Gabe Caldwell

Caterer | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Ceremony Site | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
DJ | Luxury Events Entertainment
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Lasting Luxe
Make-up Artist | Lasting Luxe
Reception Venue | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa

Lauren + Donavan Step Into The Limelight | HILTON CLEARWATER BEACH RESORT & SPA | CLEARWATER BEACH, FL

Lauren was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. She is the only daughter of Robin and Fred Dillon. Lauren has one younger brother, Joseph. Lauren went to school at Harpeth Valley, Bellevue Middle, Hillsboro high, Western Kentucky University. Lauren currently works as a technician at an outpatient clinic at a hospital.

Donavan was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the only child of Monica and Ken Hibbitt. Donavan went to school at Harpeth Valley, Bellevue Middle, and Hillwood High. Donavan is currently pursuing his own business.

Lauren and Donavan met as teenagers at a bonfire in Nashville over ten years ago. Years passed and they reconnected in 2016. They started to date in July of 2016 and moved in together right away.

Lauren & Donavan enjoy traveling together and exploring new cities and views. They also enjoy amusement parks and thrill rides, and try to go at least once a year to a park. They have two dogs, Rascal and Lady. Lady is always by Donavan’s side while Rascal is always by Lauren’s side.

In July of 2020, Donavan proposed on Lauren family farm and they both have been enjoyed creating the wedding they have always envisioned.

Lauren & Donavan’s wedding day was absolutely stunning, from the gorgeous classic florals, Lauren’s vintage style dress to the most perfect sunset… it was all pure beauty!

We are honored to know Lauren & Donavan, they KNOW how to love and we are here for it!
We wish both Lauren & Donavan a lifetime of happiness 💙

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Miranda Gates

Caterer | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Ceremony Site | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi + Michele Renee The Studio
Invitations | TheKnot
Makeup | Femme Akoi + Michele Renee The Studio
Reception | Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
Wedding Gown | Winnie Couture

Hannah + Tony Step Into The Limelight | The Don CeSar | St. Petersburg, FL

After six years and an extra long engagement due to COVID, Hannah and Tony are finally MARRIED! Hannah and Tony met through mutual friends. They love binge watching shows, hiking, going to concerts, traveling, walking their pup Phin and cheering on their favorite team, the Yankees.

One day, Tony surprised Hannah by posted all of their love notes, pictures, memories and more all over their house. He also surprised her by going down on one knee and asking her to marry him. She said yes and he later surprised her at their favorite local bar with all of their loved ones.

Tony and Hannah said their “I Dos’ at the beautiful Don CeSar. It was a joyful day full of amazing views, laughter, loving family and friends. Tara, Steven and Audrey loved getting to know this couple and being a part of their big day. Congrats! 

Lead Photographer | Audrey Clifford
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | Don CeSar
Caterer | Don CeSar
Ceremony Site | Don CeSar
DJ |  Grant Hemond
Florist | Iza’s Flowers
Hair Stylist | Don CeSar
Invitations | Shutterfly
Make-up Artist | Don CeSar
Reception Venue | Don CeSar
Videographer | Hearts Video
Wedding Gown | Lovely Boutique