Megan + Kevin Step Into The Limelight | Lido Beach Resort | Sarasota, FL

#MELBYNOMO

HOW WE MET?

JULY 2018

SO.... We met on bumble. We used to tell people we met at prom because at the time we were embarrassed to admit that, but now we embrace it. We did go to the same high school and did not talk until post college. We always thought it was so crazy we went to the same high school for 3 years and never spoke a day in our lives. However, timing couldn't have been more perfect!

THE PROPOSAL

OCTOBER 11TH, 2021

After long months/years of waiting. Kev finally took me down to the sunshine state, which happens to be one of my fav places. We walked the soft sands of Honeymoon Island near Tampa FL. He got down on one knee on the beach during the sunset.... He made me just about pee my pants!! I was caught off guard but crying happy tears. It was a moment every girl dreams about, and my dreams came true. I got my dream ring/guy all in one awesome moment <3 So as you can see things were done out of order, BUT we wouldn't want it any other way.

THE WEDDING

february 25TH, 2023

A day full of LOVE and fun! Megan + Kevin looked completely radiant and they were so ready to get married. We so enjoyed witnessing these two celebrate each other at the ever-so-gorgeous Lido Beach Resort. We loved how they took their time and enjoyed each moment of the day. From the intimate First Look to the laid back Ceremony on the beach to the fun reception with lots of games and different dances involving their guests. Each moment was lived to the fullest that day…
We wish Megan + Kevin a lifetime of adventure and so much LOVE. Cheers!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographer | Steven McCarthy

Cake | Cakes by Ron
Caterer | Lido Beach Resort
Ceremony Site | Lido Beach Resort | North Beach
DJ | COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTS
Event Planner | Swanky Soiree
Florist | ONECO FLORIST
Hair Stylist | Florida Beauty and Bridal
Make-up Artist | Florida Beauty and Bridal
Photobooth | COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTS
Reception Venue | Lido Beach Resort
Videographer | COMPLETE WEDDINGS + EVENTS

Breanna + Joey Step Into The Limelight | Palmetto Riverside Bed and Breakfast | Palmetto, FL

Breanna & Joey met on October 6th, 2017 on a first date after a couple weeks of chatting on Bumble in St. Pete (Stillwaters Tavern and The Canopy). But the story begins weeks before the first date in preparation for Hurricane Irma. Joey's condo was located in what suddenly became a mandatory evacuation zone. He was just going to stay anyway, but his family talked him into evacuated to his parent's house in Lakewood Ranch (15 minutes from where Breanna lived in Ellenton). Once he arrived he was bored and started swiping through bumble, which he had set to only a 20 mile search radius. Over the next few weeks Joey and Breanna were chatting and eventually had their first date. Without Hurricane Irma, they never would have met each other. 
They were staying at the Rod and Reel resort on Anna Maria Island and Joey packed a bottle of wine in his backpack and said they should walk to Bean Point to watch the sunset. Once they got near the beach, he pulled Breanna aside near the sand dunes and started nervously telling her sweet things about their future together, then he reached into his back pack and Breanna thought he was getting more wine, but he pulled out a jewelry box and got down on one knee and asked her to marry him! It was perfect - Breanna had always dreamt of a sunset beach proposal.

Here’s what Joey had to say about his Breanna…

I love how caring Breanna is towards her friends and family. She always goes above and beyond to plan a birthday party or bake a home-made cake for her families special occasions, and she always works hard around our condo to make it a wonderful home. She is unflinchingly loyal in the same old fashion way I believe I am. She is so beautiful that I feel lucky everyday when I see her. She laughs at my jokes and she makes me laugh too. 

Here’s what Breanna had to say about her Joey…

Joey is everything I've ever wanted in a husband. He's loving, caring, and always has my best interests at heart. My cousin passed away a few months before I met Joey. Throughout our relationship there have been times when I've come home upset and he would be all dressed and ready to go to the gym, but would just stay in bed with me for hours holding me. He's also very family-oriented which is very important to me. Whenever we first started dating, we were at a bar and one of his friends, who I had just met, told me 'Joey is the most genuine guy in downtown Tampa!' Haha, I didn't know at the time just how true that was. Before I met Joey, home was always a place. Now I feel at home no matter where I'm at, as long as he's there.

I mean… people! That’s some real LOVE right there!

For their wedding day, they wanted to make sure to incorporate Italia!
They went to Italy together in 2018 and had the time of their lives, plus Joey is 100% Italiano!
Italian food is their favorite so “pasta all around folks”… as well as their Italian-esque favors Jordan Almonds that represents represent the bittersweet life of a married couple. The sugar coating is added to the bitter almonds in the hope that the newlyweds will have more sweet times than bitter during their lifetime together.

We truly LOVEd being a part of Breanna & Joey’s love story! You two made our hearts so happy and seeing you both’s love for each other is inspiring. We wish you both ALL the best! Viva la Vida!

Lead Photographer | Dafne Spencer
Associate Photographers | Kara Lerchenfeld + Audrey Clifford 

DJ | Grant Hemond and Associates, Inc.
Bridesmaids Dresses | David's Bridal
Cake | Publix
Caterer | Fun with Food Catering 
Ceremony + Reception | Palmetto Riverside Bed and Breakfast
Event Planner | Southern Sweetheart Events | Sabrina Simpson
Florist | Oneco Florist
Hair + Makeup | SMP Makeup Artistry
Invitations | Shutterfly
Wedding Gown | The Perfect Dress Sarasota

Clara + Abraham Step Into The Limelight | Powel Crosley Estate | Sarasota, FL

Clara and Abe met in Kindergarten where they played and picked on one another. During the school year Abe’s mother had a parent teacher conference where it was brought up that there was a little girl that he always played with. Their teacher said to Abe’s mother “I wouldn’t be surprised if these two get married one day”… and here we are!  

Even though they did meet in Kindergarten, Abe and Clara didn’t date while in school. They both liked each other but didn’t have the courage to say it to one another. It wasn’t until four years after high school that they started talking and eventually dating.

Abe proposed to Clara at midnight on New Years Eve, she said yes, and they began the 2018 New Year even more in love as a newly engaged couple! They love spending time together watching movies, exercising, cooking, hiking, and making each other laugh. 

During Clara and Abe’s wedding their family surrounded them with so much positivity, love, and light. You could feel the absolute joy and happiness in the room. I am so genuinely happy for this couple and their family and I am so lucky to have witnessed their love for one another.

Congratulations Clara + Abe on your greatest adventure and living #HappilyEverHerrera!

Lead Photographer | Stephanie Duffany
Associate Photographer | Keyont’e Howard

Cake | Milan Catering & Event Design
Caterer | Milan Catering & Event Design
Ceremony Site | Powel Crosley Estate
DJ | Grant Hemond and Associates, Inc. | James King
Event Planner | Milan Catering & Event Design | Anastasia Taylor
Florist | Oneco Florist | Kathy
Hair Stylist | Bride
Invitations | Vista Print
Make-up Artist | Bride
Reception Venue | Powel Crosley Estate 
Wedding Gown | Something Blue Bridal Boutique