Katie + Mike Step Into The Limelight | The Resort at Longboat Key Club | Sarasota, FL

Katie and Mike met in 2016 while they were both on vacation in New Jersey celebrating the 4th of July. While out with friends, the two met and formed an instant connection. After the holiday weekend, Katie returned home to Dallas and Mike to New York City. Over the years, love prevailed over distance and Katie and Mike decided on Austin to start the next chapter in their love story. On September 21st, 2021, Mike proposed to Katie at the botanical gardens, a favorite spot of theirs for date nights and live music.
Katie and Mike balance each other out perfectly and in a beautiful way they are both very laid back… they enjoy cooking, traveling, trying new restaurants and walking with their dog Cooper.
We can describe their wedding day as classic, pure and peaceful. It all went according to plan and they were able to enjoy each moment with ease. It was just lovely {just like Katie and Mike}.
We want to wish these two sweet souls a lifetime of happiness and many many meaningful moments together as Mr. & Mrs! Cheers!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Band | No Filter
Cake | Cakes by Ron 
Caterer | The Resort at Longboat Key Club 
Ceremony Site | The Resort at Longboat Key Club | South Beach
DJ | No Filter
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree | Christina & Stefanie
Florist | Lily Bella
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne
Make-up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne
Officiant | Weddings by Bonnie 
Reception Venue | The Resort at Longboat Key Club | Harbourside Ballroom
Transportation | Siesta Trolley 
Violinist | Alisar Electric Violin
Wedding Gown | Jenny Yoo

Carly + Ryan Step Into The Limelight | THE RESORT AT LONGBOAT KEY CLUB | SARASOTA, FL

Fun, classy, elegant, seamless 

Carly and Ryan both were student athletes at the university of Florida and met out at a bar at Techno Tuesday in the springtime when both of their teams had a rare midweek off day. Ironically, they ran into each other in the student athlete study hall earlier that day and didn’t speak to each other, haha! They love their little family and life they’ve built together in NC with their pup. They love that they can be totally themselves and goofy and not take life so seriously. Together they enjoy hiking with Bambino or even just going for walks around the neighborhood together (they call them family walks), cooking and traveling. 

They were in Asheville, NC and hiking the Triple Falls trail in DuPont National Forest. They we got to the first waterfall and Ryan proposed! He nearly slipped on the wet rocks. It was the best because their pup Bambino got to be there and was in all the pictures! 

Carly and Ryan always dreamed of a beach wedding! Their wedding was fun and casual but still classy and elegant. The story reflected their personalities - they know how to have fun and not be so serious all the time, but can still be put together, classy, and poised! The wedding had a beachy vibe yet it was classic, luxurious and elegant. They are both pretty easy going people and their beach wedding spoke to their personalities in that sense. They also loved their venue and truly believe it is just the absolute best and will trump all other wedding venues! 

A really cool DIY project was incorporated into their wedding. They made sand dollars with their wedding date and location on the back for favors. They had a string to hang as a Christmas ornament for people to remember their day every holiday season. 

Lead Photographer | Rebecca Zoumberos
Associate Photographer | Tara Zimmerman

Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie 
Cake | Cakes by Ron  
Caterer | Longboat Key Club 
Ceremony Site | Longboat Key Club
DJ | Jam All Day Entertainment
Event Planner | Swanky Soirée Events
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co
Invitations | Minted
Make-up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co
Reception Venue | Longboat Key Club
Transportation | Siesta Trolley
Wedding Gown | Betsy Robinson’s Bridal 

Molly + Austin Step Into The Limelight | St. Bernard Catholic Church + Resort at Longboat Key Club | Longboat Key, FL

Get to know the gorgeous Molly & Austin…

How did he propose: Austin took me to Dumbarton Oaks, an estate in Georgetown, on my 20th birthday to see the property and most specifically the rose gardens (for Molly Rose of course). Unfortunately when we got there the roses had an unusual season and did not bloom. Austin promised that we would be together long enough he would take me to see plenty of rose gardens. 5 years later shortly after moving to LA together we went to another estate with all different gardens. When we got to the rose gardens Austin reminded me of the story before telling me he wanted to make a new promise now: to spend the rest of our lives together! 

What do you love about each other: We love how each other can make us laugh no matter what and always supports the other in all their endeavors in life. We are each others best friend! 

Interests/hobbies you enjoy doing together: Hiking, walking, running, swimming, and going out to a nice meal... and singing much to our neighbors dismays.

These two really are amazing! They are the sweetest people… they are both soft-spoken and just so nice to be around… they just smiled all day long it was so beautiful for us to witness their love for each other.

We were surrounded by loved ones and beauty, the decor was simply stunning and delicately beautiful in every way. We LOVED being a part of such beautiful moments during Molly & Austin’s wedding day. Cheers to this sweet couple!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld
Associate Photographer | Chloe Dennis 

Bridesmaid Dresses | Jenny Yoo 
Cake | Wonder Cake Creations
Ceremony Site | St. Bernard Catholic Church
DJ | Fitz - Goodley Entertainment 
Event Planner | NK Productions | Rachael LaMagna 
Florist | Flowers by Fudgie 
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne and Co.
Invitations | Empress Stationery with artwork from Simply Jessica Marie 
Make-up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne and Co.
Reception Venue | Resort at Longboat Key Club | Harborside Ballroom
Videographer | Voila Cinematic
Wedding Gown | Caroline Castigliano 


Melissa + Kenji Step Into The Limelight | Tampa Club | Tampa, FL

Melissa & Kenji love making each other laugh… they are easy going and have the same goals in life. They are both motivated to be the best they can be for each other and their family.

{ family }
in the center of it all

They wanted a small and intimate wedding with close friends and family, laid back, personal and very classy! Tampa Club was the perfect setting for their vision to come to life! The classic creams, blush and gold were stunning and a gorgeous complement to the Tampa Club penthouse ballroom with the most beautiful views of the city of Tampa.

We so enjoyed being a part of Melissa & Kenji’s wedding day, we could feel the love and appreciation they have for everyone around them. Thank you having us and we wish you and the ones you loves ALL the best in the world.

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Cake | Publix
Caterer | Tampa Club
Ceremony + Reception | Tampa Club
DJ | Andrew Gonzalez
Event Planner | Confetti Events | Claire
Florist | Northside Florist, Inc.
Hair + Make-up | Brides by Kelly Anne + Co. | Amber
Wedding Gown | Stella York

Raquel + Brendan Step Into The Limelight | Powel Crosley Estate | Sarasota, FL

Raquel + Brendan met on Tinder (yay modern technology!) and went on their first date on August 11th, 2017 and have been inseparable ever since. You know that feeling when you truly believe you’ve know each other for ages? Yeah… that happened instantly. They love being around each and they are not ashamed to say, they love each other quirkiness! They enjoy traveling, going to the movies, trying new places to eat, cooking together, and relaxing at home together.
Brendan made the bold move of proposing to Raquel at the ever romantic Ca' D'Zan Museum in Sarasota, Florida. He even bought out the tour so he could propose in the Great Hall. So selecting Powel Crosley Estate was no brainer as it resembles the Ca' D'Zan Museum where Brendan proposed.
Their wedding day was romantic and elegant yet non-traditional. The classic neutral colors with the boldness and pop of burgundy and fuchsia was pure (beautiful) drama.
We loved being part of their “I Do’s” and it always an honor to be able to capture such special moments.
Raquel + Brendan we wish you both nothing but the best and may you always find beauty in each other.
Live boldly!

Lead Photographer | Carlos Rello
Associate Photographer | Kara Lerchenfeld

Bridesmaids Dresses | David's Bridal 
Cake | A Slice of Heaven  
Caterer | Sarasota Catering Company 
Ceremony | Powel Crosley Estate
DJ | Black Tie DJ’s  
Florist | What Really Matters, Inc. 
Hair Stylist | Brides by Kelly Anne  
Invitations | Shutterfly  
Make-Up Artist | Brides by Kelly Anne  
Reception | Powel Crosley Estate
Wedding Gown | David's Bridal