Linda and Elie’s Intimate Tampa Wedding

Linda and Elie are an incredible couple. Their intimate Tampa wedding held downtown on the steps of Le Meridien, the old courthouse, was simple, elegant, and fun.

 

 

Begin at the Beginning

Linda and her wedding party began the day with hair and makeup services in the bridal suite. They then enjoyed breakfast and had a little fun.

 

 

Meanwhile, Elie and the guys relaxed, had a bite to eat, and got dressed for the big day.

 

A First Look And A Sneak Peek

With the ballroom set for the evening’s festivities, it was the perfect location for the couple’s first look and a sneak peek at their reception decor.

 

 

The bride and groom took time to relax and take some wedding portraits before heading outside for their wedding ceremony.

 

The Night Is Sparkling

The hotel steps were set with an incredible floral ceremony structure. Soft uplighting washed the front of the building that was once the Tampa courthouse. 

 

 

With everyone seated, Linda, escorted by her father, made her entrance to “Enchanted” by Taylor Swift. Greeted at the base of the steps by her groom-to-be and the wedding officiant, the couple made their way to the floral structure, where they exchanged wedding vows and rings, sealing them with a kiss.

 

 

Guests waved flowing ribbon wands as the couple made their exit to “Yellow” by Cold Play.

 

Cocktails and Time With Friends

Following their wedding ceremony, the newlyweds and their party headed off for group photos.

 

 

Family and friends made their way to cocktail hour, where they enjoyed some light bites and the couple’s Signature Cocktails.

 

Hers: A Coconut Mojito

His: An Old Fashion made with Japanese ‘Suntory’ Whiskey

“Come quickly; I am tasting the stars!” – Dom Perignon

As wedding guests entered the ballroom, they were greeted by a cower of Champagne coupes stacked in a tower. 

 

 

The ballroom was set with several round tables draped with crisp white linens. Gold charger plates and Chiavari chairs added a pop of sparkle. Each tablescape was filled with delicate floral centerpieces and lots of flickering candles.

 

 

The couple’s sweetheart table sat off to one side in front of an incredible floral wall with a neon sign reading ‘Better Together.’ Their table overflowed with flowers and floating candles.

 

 

The newlyweds made their grand entrance, taking to the dance floor for their first dance to “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran.

 

 

The festivities continued with several touching toasts, a delicious dinner, and the couple’s cake-cutting before guests filled the dance floor.

 

 

Guests stopped only long enough to have fun in the photo booth and enjoy a late-night snack of Chicken Empanadas and Fries.

 

 

Linda and Elie closed out the night with two fun and appropriate last dances: “I Don’t Want This Night To End” by Luke Bryan and “Take Me Home Tonight” by Eddie Money.

Congratulations, Linda and Elie! We wish you a lifetime of happiness together!

 

Tampa  Wedding Vendors

Thank you to the incredible Tampa wedding vendors who made this day so special.

Tampa Wedding Venue: Le Meridien Tampa

Tampa Wedding Day Management: Special Moments Event Planning

Hair and Makeup: Destiny and Light Hair and Makeup Group 

Wedding Photography: Lianis Cruz Photography

Floral Design: Something Borrowed Blooms

Wedding Officiant: Sensational Ceremonies Tampa Bay – Pastor Brian Jones

Ceremony Musicians: Sunset Strings

DJ / Lighting: Grant Hemond and Associates

Rentals: Lavish Backdrops LLC

Chairs and Champagne Coupes: A Chair Affair

Photo Booth: The Gala Photo Booth

Bakery: Gigi’s Cupcakes