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An Art Deco Romance at The Raleigh Hotel

Wedding dress and stylish sunglasses with hotel key, a perfect combo

Dalylah and Ben both hail from Dallas Texas but when deciding on their wedding location, they both had fallen in love with The Raleigh Hotel in Miami. We were stoked to come on board and help design their special day. We scoured South Beach to find the best suited vendors to pull off a southern influenced Miami wedding at the very art deco influenced hotel. The patterns were heavy and wild, paired with soft and romantic floral. It was a great combo! The couple were full of fun and just super laid back. I loved integrating a southern appeal with the gold longhorn skull and southern style messy cakes into the Miami setting.

Two grooms admiring wedding rings before their ceremony

Five flower boutonnieres with rose and succulent on a textured surface

Bride and groom in formal attire on their wedding day

Bride and groom hold hands in anticipation of their wedding day

Newlywed couple holding hands on their wedding day with ocean view

Wedding couple on balcony with pool view in a tropical resort

Three men in grey suits posing together outdoors in daylight

Bride at wedding with red flowers in her hair, holding bouquet

The couple shipped succulents to Florida which were prepared by designer to be given as favors to guests. Other details also included a custom cigar bar for groom and a map guestbook that highlights where they met, Dallas, where they married, Miami, and where they will move to start their life, Chicago. The weather was lovely all day and then it began to rain shortly before the beginning of the ceremony. We made some last minute changes and brought everyone under some beautiful white tenting. The rain didn't let up until dinner was completed. Almost to the minute the rain stopped, the music began and everyone danced the night away. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect day!

Elegant cigar bar setup with cigars, accessories, and decor

Rustic wedding place cards with antlers and flower decor

Elegant table setting with menu, silverware, and a folded napkin

A romantic floral centerpiece with pink roses and greenery

Three wedding cakes decorated with flowers and candles

Newlyweds share a passionate kiss at their wedding reception

Planning + Design: Grit + Gold Photography: Matt & Julie Weddings Venue: The Raleigh Hotel Miami Dress: Circle Park Bridal Groom's Attire: Men's Wearhouse Bridesmaids Dresses: David's Bridal Floral: Gerilyn Gianna Cakes: Sugar Fancies DJ: Scratch Weddings Cigars: Town & Country Cigars Euless Mariachi: Mariachis Miami Hair and Makeup: Pure Bliss Succulent Favors: The Little Succulent Shoppe Officiate: Dominic with South Florida Gets Married

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