A whimsical pink and white garden romance wedding at FishHawk Ranch

When I first met with Nicholle and Erik to plan their wedding, they envisioned a pink garden romance wedding for their perfect day. Their furbaby, Nibbler, was also going to play a big role as the Best Buddy!

The talented team from Richard Harrell Photography were on deck to capture each moment of this garden romance wedding day. The way they capture details and sweet moments is just amazing.

Nicholle’s gorgeous lace dress and her ladies’ mauve pink bridesmaid dresses were perfect for an outdoor garden wedding. Those fluffy bouquets are incredibly dreamy!

The dapper gentlemen wore navy suits accented by the same mauve pink color. Each had their own pair of playful socks that they couldn’t wait to show off!

Erik and Nicholle opted to skip a first look and save the big moment for the aisle; however, we coordinated a “first touch” without either of them peeking. It was the perfect sweet moment to calm the wedding day jitters.

A long time friend married Nicholle and Erik in their sweet ceremony outside in the garden courtyard of the Palmetto Club. Their garden romance wedding went off without a hitch!

The reception took place in the grand ballroom where pink uplighting danced around the room and luxurious white draping became the focal point of the sweetheart table. Gorgeous crystal chandeliers and gold chiavari chairs added a glamorous touch to the well dressed space.

Before the end of the evening, guests were treated to witness the “Shoe Game” from the newlyweds. Sitting back-to-back, the bride and groom answer questions by holding up the shoe, either his or hers, for the correct answer. The game is always a hit!

Is there anything more fun than to end a perfect day than with a grand sparkler exit? I think no! Cheers to Mr. and Mrs. Thor!

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Garden Romance Tampa Wedding Vendors

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Palmetto Club at FishHawk Ranch

Photography: Richard Harrell Photography

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff

Wedding Planner: Southern Glam Weddings & Events

Cake: Alessi Bakery

Florist: Northside Florist

Officiant: Andres Valenzuela

Pet Sitting: FairyTail Pet Care

Draping: Classic Event Rentals

Chair Rentals: Modern Day Events

DJ and Uplighting: DJ by CJ

Hair & Makeup: Femme Akoi Beauty Studio

Wedding Dress: The Perfect Dress of Sarasota

Photobooth: Luxboothz

Powel Crosley Estate Wedding

When you think of a Florida wedding, naturally we tend to think of sandy beaches, salty air, and nautical decor. Nothing could be further from this vision for Sarah and Jeremy’s Powel Crosley Estate wedding in Bradenton, Florida. This historic Spanish mansion near Sarasota, Florida boosts jaw dropping architecture and a spacious back lawn on the water.

Richard Harrell Photography was there to capture the day as it unfolded. I cannot stop swooning over Sarah’s lace wedding dress!

This fun couple met at work and are close friends with Heather and Richard Harrell. When I was asked to join a fabulous team of vendors, I was thrilled! Various shades of pink and white were chosen as the color palette. When I asked what the couple wanted most from their wedding day (besides tying the knot!), celebration was their answer.

The wedding party looked sharp in black bridesmaid dresses and grey suites. How adorable are the flower girls and ring bearers?

The Powel Crosley Estate wedding ceremony was held on the back lawn with the water as a tranquil background. Mahogany chiavari chairs, pink rose petals, and vases with submerged white calla lilies lined the aisle. In memory of the groom’s mother, a white rose wrist corsage was placed on the first chair of the right row. At the end of the aisle, a gorgeous arch filled with pink florals and greenery awaited the bridal party.

It was time to get Sarah and Jeremy married.

A lovely ceremony blended two families into one. It was incredibly sweet of Jermey to take a moment to gift Sarah’s daughter a necklace to signify this unifying moment as one happy family.

A candy bar was a sweet treat for guests made up of customized M&Ms, yogurt dipped pretzels, chocolate hearts, rock candy, and chocolate almonds. Each guest also received a bottle of wine with a customized label.

The groom’s cake was to be kept a surprise for the University of Georgia alum groom. As a Georgia gal myself, the cake has a special place in my heart!

The newlyweds, friends, family, and lovely ones danced the night away under a canopy of twinkle lights and chandeliers. When it was time to cut the cake, instead of the big moment taking place inside, we brought it out to the dance floor to ensure everyone could witness the confection cut.

The celebration continued all night with a packed dance floor. A bubble send off was the perfect way to end such a perfect Powel Crosley Estate wedding.