Everything You Need To Know About Escort Cards and Place Cards!

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Every few years, our Special Moments Event Planning team creates a blog post about the do’s and don’t of escort cards, place cards, and seating charts. Too often, couples and their families struggle with how these simple pieces of paper affect how smoothly their guests can find their seats at the wedding reception. So, here…

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Ready For Your First Dance?

Bride and groom's first dance at their Sandpearl Resort wedding reception on Clearwater Beach.

Our Special Moments Event Planning team has had much fun sharing Real Weddings. We love the personality, details, and love infused in every wedding. Each wedding is unique and different, and we hope that by sharing them, we offer you some great inspiration for your wedding.   It’s Time To Party! But this week, we…

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Mallory and Dylan’s Rusty Pelican Wedding

Bride and groom at sunset at the Rusty Pelican Tampa.

Mallory and Dylan’s Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding had everything. From incredible personal touches to spectacular sunsets and a gang that danced the night away.     Capturing the Details The day began with the bride and groom hanging out with their wedding parties. Mallory and the ladies spent some time getting ready and enjoying a…

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Melissa and John’s Downtown Tampa Wedding

Bride and groom at the Hilton Tampa Downtown.

Melissa and John’s downtown Tampa wedding began across the bay.  For Melissa, the day began at home, surrounded by family. Starting with hair and makeup services, Melissa dressed, had a first look with her bridal party, and that’s where the party began. She was surrounded by family and close friends, receiving blessings and lots of…

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Jackson and Conley’s Tampa Wedding

Two grooms in downtown Tampa.

As we put this blog together, Jackson and Conley’s Downtown Tampa wedding has had our Special Moments Event Planning team smiling and in tears. These two grooms are an incredible couple. We loved every minute of working with them, And it was an absolute pleasure.     We figured we’d start with a video trailer…

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Linda and Elie’s Intimate Tampa Wedding

A wedding ceremony on the steps of Le Meridien Tampa.

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…

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Cassie and Matt’s Ybor City Wedding

Bride and groom in Ybor City

Cassie and Matt’s Ybor City wedding was pure joy! The day was incredible, and every time you saw them, they were laughing or crying. The day just overflowed with emotion.     Sparkly Sneakers and Bow Ties The wedding day started with hair and makeup for the ladies, a little time for fun photos, getting…

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Serena and Gary’s Tampa Garden Club Wedding

Bride and groom at Tampa Garden Club

Serena and Gary’s Tampa Garden Club wedding in Navy, gold, and white with accents of red had all the feels! It had personal touches and fantastic family moments, and Serena looked stunning, and we loved Gary’s dress blue uniform.     Let’s Get The Day Started For Serena and her wedding party, the day started…

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A Davis Islands Garden Club Wedding

Newlywed's and their wedding party at the Davis Islands Garden Club

Rachel and Marc’s Davis Islands Garden Club wedding was an expression of two incredible people. The relaxed vibe and beautiful color story were perfect for them.     The morning was filled with time to chill with their wedding party. It also included hair and makeup for Rachel and the ladies.   First Look We…

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Catherine and Matthew’s Tampa Bay Wedding

Bride and groom wrapped in a veil

Catherine and Matthew are too cute for words. Except for Matthew seeing Catherine for the first time, they both smiled ear to ear all day!     Their mass was personal and loving, and their reception reflected the blues and textures of shimmering water. The day was simple, elegant, and full of love.   Let’s…

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A Spectacular Downtown Tampa Wedding

Bride and groom portrait wrapped in the brides'0s veil.

Lexi and Anthony’s downtown Tampa wedding was spectacular! The champagne, white, and ivory color story was incredible. And we love seeing this incredible couple surrounded by family and friends.     Opposite Sides Of The Bay The couple spent the wedding morning on opposite sides of the bay. As with most weddings, the day involved…

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Love Is A Verb: Tampa River Center Wedding

Bride and groom on the Tampa Waterfront

Our Special Moments Event Planning team loved working with Meghan and Frankie on their Tampa waterfront wedding.     The color story, details, and music selections all reflected their personalities. And it was incredible!   With This Ring With everything in place at the church, guests arriving received custom wedding programs.      We especially…

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