Wedding lit with chandeliers made entirely of trailing peach florals

tuxedo for big dogs

After befriending a girl (Nicole) at their law school orientation barbecue, it wasn't long before Katie began visiting her house to study and started getting to know her brother, Michael. After realizing the connection they had, Katie and Michael spent the next three years going on countless adventures before Michael finally proposed at the waterfront in Tampa with an hour-long photo shoot and a surprise celebration with their families and closest friends (including Nicole!). Hosted at The Resort at Longboat Key Club in Florida and captured by Elizabeth Baxter Photography, their wedding was set against the peaceful harbor complete with views of Sarasota Bay.

terracotta and white invitations

Muted terracotta invitations

Planned with the help of Parties A' la Carte and Amanda Allen of MMD Events, Katie and Michael's wedding featured stunning floral details and plenty of terracotta touches beginning with the muted invitation suite.

white silk slip for bride

lace-trimmed wedding dress for beach wedding black tie wedding attire for pets

white orchid bouquet

Subtle yet elevated beachy undertones

Katie wore a gown with subtle beachy flair, embellished with pearls along the straps and the inclusion of lace at the end of the train. She also added a sentimental photo of her and her grandfather on the bottom of her heels.

sage green bridesmaid dresses

A doggo dressed for the occasion

The couple's dog, Ted, dressed for the occasion, and also joined the ceremony! It's easy to see from the photos that he loved every moment of stealing the show.

parasol favors classic black tux

peach and white floral towers

white rose bridal bouquet

Peach and ivory pillars

Tropical palms set a backdrop for the ceremony on the lawn. Two pillars of ivory and peachy roses by Botanica Design Studio were set at the altar.

ikat patterned linens

Outdoor living room vibes

For cocktail hour, tables were elegantly arranged on the grass for an outdoor living room feel. The custom-made bars exuded a charm reminiscent of rustic wooden cabinetry.

beach wedding portraits

Private golden hour portraits

Before the reception, Katie and Michael snuck off for the perfect golden into blue hour photos that of course included a bit of fun!

peach and white floral reception entryway

neutral seating chart light wood decor and furniture

peach and white trailing flower arrangements

Trailing floral chandeliers

Their reception nearly melted into the white sands, set beneath a sailcloth tent with a wooden floor platform. A floral archway by Botanica Design Studio welcomed guests to dine beneath statement-making floral chandeliers. These installations featured strands of buds delicately hanging on clear strings, falling from each light fixture.

peach white and black reception decor

custom pet cocktail napkins peach and black place setting

trailing peach flower hanging installations

Underrated color palate: Peach and sage

Softly ikat-inspired tablecloths from BBJ La Tavola and Nuage Designs blended their color story in shades of sage and peach, while black lanterns illuminated pathways through the sand as evening approached.

custom fondant dog

Custom wedding cake surprise

The couple's lab made a surprise guest appearance towards the end of the evening on their wedding cake by Cakes by Ron. Tucked away behind cascading florals, it was a detail that made every guest who saw smile.

outdoor tent for nighttime wedding