Rachael + Dominic Step Into The Limelight | Italian Club | Tampa, FL

Rachael and Dominic met in 2013 while they were in their college marching band. They were in band together for two years prior to dating… and now, 8 years later, they’re married!

Because we just HAVE to share it, here’s how Rachael tells their engagement story: 

“Dominic rented out a movie theater for the movie The Eternals. He told me that we were going to a theater in St. Pete for comfortable chairs. He asked me after we got into the theater before the movie started. My sister and parents were hiding behind the seats to surprise me.”

Rachael loves that Dominic is determined and straight forward. He will always be there when she needs him and be the support system that she can depend on. Dominic loves Rachael's passion for animals and love of life. 

Throughout their wedding day, you could spot many birds, as birding is something that both Rachael and Dominic like to do together. From the details on their cake and their table signs, to their guest book, they tied in their mutual love for wildlife! 

Their entire day was beautiful, set in the beautiful Italian Club, decorated with perfect touches of pinks and blues, and lots of celebrating in the form of dancing, drinking coffee from their coffee bar + eating gelato! Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Raia!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Band | Bay Kings Band
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Cake | The Cake Girl
Caterer | Amici’s Catered Cuisine
Ceremony Site | Italian Club of Tampa
Event Planner | LemonDrops
Florist | LemonDrops
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Italian Club of Tampa 
Wedding Gown | CC’s Bridal Boutique

Michelle + Adam Step Into The Limelight | Westshore Yacht Club | Tampa, FL

Dream weather, dream couple, dream day. 

Michelle and Adam’s story started 7 years ago. In January 2016, these two met at a friend’s barbecue. Since then, they have spent much time exploring the great outdoors, trying new foods, cooking, and being with each other’s families.

The love between Michelle and Adam’s two families radiates. Not only do Michelle and Adam love each other dearly, but all of their siblings mesh well and both sets of parents’ friendships are close knit. The bond between them and their families is so strong and beautiful. Michelle and Adam also had 99% of their guests come from out of town and from around the continent to witness this sweet union, so there’s a lot of love there too!

With a stunning view of the marina from the chuppah, an overcast ceremony, and a stunning string-lit reception, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day.

Congrats! מזל טוב!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | Designer Desserts
Caterer | Westshore Yacht Club
Ceremony Site | Westshore Yacht Club
DJ | Grant Hemond & Associates
Event Planner | Amy Winkleman, Westshore Yacht Club
Florist | Petals, Presents, and Parties
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Westshore Yacht Club
Videographer | A New Odyssey
Wedding Gown | The Dressing Room St. Pete

Heather + Tarek Step Into The Limelight | Fenway Hotel, Autograph Collection | Dunedin, FL

Heather and Tarek’s wedding day turned out to be not only a union of two beautiful families, but also a day where their little ones could witness their parent’s sweet love.

Heather and Tarek’s friends and family (+ a belly dancer, gifted by the Groom’s mom) brought high energy as they danced the night away! We especially loved watching the kids make their way to the dance floor to bust a move.

We wish this couple all the sweetest wedding memories and years filled with laughter, and limitless love. Cheers!

Lead Photographer | Tara Zimmerman
Associate Photographer | Emma Hintz

Bridesmaid Dresses | David’s Bridal
Cake | Sweetwood Bakery
Caterer | Fenway Hotel, Autograph Collection
Ceremony Site | Fenway Hotel, Autograph Collection
DJ | Jose with Breezin’ Weddings
Event Planner | Jessie with Breezin’ Weddings
Florist | Northside Florist
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Fenway Hotel, Autograph Collection
Videographer | Created Four

Ellie + Kevin Step Into The Limelight | Streamsong Resort | Bowling Green, FL

Ellie & Kevin met through mutual friends about 5 years ago…
Then Kevin surprised Ellie with a morning proposal at Petoskey State Beach. He set up a fake plan with her parents that led her to get ready to go to a paid event breakfast and we needed the tickets from her parents that were on their way up north. While they were waiting Kevin suggested we go to Petoskey State Beach where he stuffed the ring box in his shoe before walking on the sand. They were throwing the football back and forth and he threw it way over Ellie’s head then ran up behind her and when she turned around words were exchanged and he got down on one knee.

Ellie & Kevin try to make their lives easier for one another by doing things throughout the day. They challenge each other to be the best version of themselves, they have a lot of the same interests, they make each other laugh and are best friends. They both enjoy working out, interior design, real estate, trying new places to eat & drink and going up north Michigan to spend time with family and friends.
Ellie & Kevin’s wedding day was simple, classic, modern and unique, we loved the minimalistic and modern feel and you cannot go wrong with the architecture & gorgeous nature of Streamsong Resort.
We have not seen a champagne tower in many years and we so enjoyed seeing this trend back for Ellie & Kevin’s wedding day, it was such a “chic-Kodak” moment…
We truly LOVED being a part of Ellie & Kevin’s one-of-a-kind day and we wish them both a lifetime of many picture perfect and memorable moments together as Mr & Mrs 🥂

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy
Assistant Photographer | Jackie Pizio

Bridesmaid Dresses | Lulus
Cake | Streamsong Resort
Caterer | Streamsong Resort
Ceremony Site | Streamsong Resort
DJ | Our DJ Rocks
Florist | Bloom Shakalaka
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | minted
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Streamsong Resort
Videographer | Alina Cartwright
Wedding Gown | Bella Bridal

Brooke + Nick Step Into The Limelight | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church + Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa | Clearwater, FL

Brooke & Nick became friends while working together in the OR and through mutual friends while attending the University of Florida in Gainesville. Go Gators! 

Nick then proposed while they were on a trip to The Keys. Brooke & Nick spent the day Tarpon fishing for the first time and then took an afternoon cruise on their boat where he popped the question. It was a absolutely beautiful day from start to finish and it being just the two of us was the perfect intimate proposal.

Brooke says… Nick is the most thoughtful, caring, hardworking and intelligent person she know.s He always makes her feel beautiful, special and loved and can always make her laugh.

Nick says… Brooke is one of the most compassionate people he has ever met, not just towards her friends and family, but to her animals too! She has a great sense of humor and can always make him feel loved no matter what the situation is. 

Both Brooke & Nick enjoy fishing, football games and playing with their dogs (Paisley and Rookie).

For their wedding day Brooke & Nick wanted to have a fun celebration with all of their friends and family. They love the beach but wanted to keep the ceremony traditional, so they chose the gorgeous Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church where Nick attended as a child. Most of their friends and family traveled from Michigan, Florida, North/South Carolina, California, Georgia, even England and Cyprus. So they wanted to have a fun beach filled weekend for everyone to enjoy their time in Clearwater. 

We so loved celebrating these two amazing people, their love for each other is undeniable and just so sweet. We wish both Brooke & Nick a lifetime of happiness and many more beautiful memories together.

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy 
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie 
Cake | Publix Bakery
Caterer | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Ceremony Site | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 
DJ | Grant Hemond and Associates 
Event Planner | Coastal Coordinating | Cayla Collins
Florist | Marigold Flower Company 
Hair Stylist | Femme Akoi
Invitations | Minted 
Make-up Artist | Femme Akoi
Reception Venue | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort And Spa
Videographer | Resurgent Fire Films 
Wedding Gown | One Bridal Jacksonville | Designer Eddy K.