LOVE IS… on Clearwater Beach

Newlywed couple on Clearwater Beach at sunset

Our Special Moments Event Planning team loves working with Jackie and Chris on their Clearwater Beach wedding. The day was filled with special moments and adorable details. It truly created an experience that was reflective of the couple, and they enjoyed their day.   Love is… your first look! After a morning of getting ready,…

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Life in 2021 and Wedding Vow Renewals

sign showing all of the popular music and events of the year this couple was married 50 years ago

More than ever, our Special Moments Event Planning team is hearing from married couples looking to plan a vow renewal. In the past, couples reserved this was an occasion that many couples saved for milestone anniversaries. While fifth and tenth can be popular, many couples waited for their Silver – 25th or Gold – 50th…

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Wedding Venue Wednesday: The Orlo

Outside of the The Orlo an historic Tampa wedding venue

For this month’s Wedding Venue Wednesday, our Special Moments Event Planning team crossed the bay to a beautiful Hyde Park neighborhood and a historic wedding venue. The Orlo! The Orlo 315 South Plant Avenue Tampa, FL 33606   History of The Orlo Located just outside Tampa, The Orlo, technically known as the Spafford House, was built…

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An Explosion of Tropical Colors

bride and groom at sunset on Clearwater Beach

Our Special Moments Event Planning team loved Jenna and Scot’s beautiful tropical-colored wedding at the Opal Sands Resort on Clearwater Beach. They set the tone of tropical flowers and bright colors with the wedding invitations they selected. Paired with the sunshine and beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast, the invitation hinted at the beautiful wedding to…

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Chelsea and Joey’s Opal Sands Wedding

excited bride and groom after their Opal Sands Resort Gulfside wedding ceremony

Chelsea and Joey’s Opal Sands Wedding was absolutely a family affair. One that our Special Moments Event Planning team won’t soon forget. You might remember hearing about Chelsea and Joey in our blog post “Sealed With A Kiss on Boca Ciega Bay.” That blog was about the wedding of Chelsea’s brother Brent and his bride…

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Wedding Reception Seating, Oh My!

Bride and groom with guests at wedding reception outside

Without a doubt, figuring out seating for your wedding reception can be one of the most stressful things for couples during wedding planning. Our Special Moments Event Planning team frequently works with couples on their reception floorplans and what seating style works best for their particular venue. Unfortunately, the hard part of figuring out seating…

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Wedding Venue Wednesday: Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

Outside view of the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

This month’s Wedding Venue Wednesday features the spectacular Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach. It’s one of the beautiful resorts along Clearwater Beach, where you’ll find our Special Moments Event Planning team on any given weekend. The Wyndham Clearwater Beach is ideal for weddings, whether you are a local or planning a destination wedding. It’s a luxurious…

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An Intimate Wedding in Dunedin, Florida

Bride and groom on the waterfront across from the Fenway Hotel in Dunedin Florida

Much like the rest of the world, last year was a bit challenging for Sarah and Russ. They are busy medical professionals planning their wedding for early Spring of 2020. When COVID hit, they opted to keep their original wedding date with a simple backyard ceremony – officiated by our own Bill Waterman. During the…

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7 Tips for Including Children and Animals in Your Wedding

adorable ring bearer holding a ring box

Children and Animals are frequently included in our couples’ weddings. It’s something our Special Moments Event Planning team loves to see. It can personalize your wedding and allows you to include family. If you follow our Instagram and Facebook you’ll know how much we love seeing Children and Dogs included in a couple’s wedding!  …

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Everyone Should Laugh This Much On Their Wedding Day!

Our Special Moments Event Planning team has never worked with a couple who laughed and had as much fun on their wedding day as Sarah and Josh. We had so much fun working with them to create this beautiful wedding.   Tampa Bay Watch Several weeks ago, our Wedding Venue Wednesday blog featured the beautiful…

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We Went To a Garden Party

Bride and groom in the gardens at Davis Island Garden Club

Kayla and Chris’ Garden Party wedding at David Islands Garden Club was something special. Kayla had a very clear vision of the garden wedding, especially the flowers; her mother has a background in floral design. And, this wedding was very special to our Special Moments Event Planning team as Kayla is also Tammy and Jennifer‘s…

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Wedding Venue Wednesday: St Pete Lions Club Beach House

bride and groom grabbing a sneak peek of their wedding guests at the St Pete Lions Club Beach House

Our Special Moments Event Planning team has a special place in our hearts for the St Pete Lions Club Beach House. It is an attractive location with its own private beach. But, it’s also the place our very own Tammy and Bill Waterman tied the knot 20 years ago this week!   St Pete Lions…

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