You’re My Best Friend

Something about a couple being introduced to You’re My Best Friend by Queen just makes us smile! Actually, Natalie and Kris’ Clearwater Beach wedding made us smile a lot!

The day started with wedding parties having breakfast, hair and makeup for the ladies, and some chill time for the guys before getting dressed.

bride and bridal party popping some champagne

Bride's mother helping her get dressed

groomsmen fixing the groom's tie

 

Four First Looks

The wedding day continued with more first looks than we’ve ever seen – but we wouldn’t have wanted to miss out on one!

First, Natalie had her first look with girls in her wedding party.

Clearwater Beach bride's first look with her wedding party

Then the first look and some private time with her dad.

Clearwater Beach bride walking up behind her dad

bride hugging her dad after their first look

This was followed by Natalie and Kris’s super sweet first look!

Bride walking up behind her groom for their first look

 

clearwater Bach bride and groom after their first look

But, then, there was the couple’s first look and some photos with TUCKER – who made several appearances later in the wedding. ADORBS.

bride and groom seeing their dog on their wedding day

 

Can’t Help Falling in Love!

The couple’s wedding ceremony, on the Sky Terrace of the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach, was set in gold and white with pops of lush greenery.

ceremony decor at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach

With everything set, the bride-to-be made her entrance, escorted by her father.

Clearwater Beach bride walking down the aisle with her father

The couple exchanged rings and wedding vows surrounded by family and friends, under the watchful eye of one particular wedding party member.

bride and groom exchanging wedding vows on the Sky Terrace at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach

golden retriever watching wedding ceremony

After sealing their vows with a kiss, the couples headed off for some photos while guests enjoyed cocktails on the hotel’s 8th-floor terrace overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.

 

All of Me

The ballroom was set with crisp linens, gold chivari chairs, and matching gold charger plates layered with custom menu cards. Centerpieces on gold risers of varying heights brought in lots of greenery and beautiful white flowers.

gold and white wedding reception at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach

gold charger plate with custom menu card

Tucker made another appearance, poised next to the couple’s intimate wedding cake.

Intimate wedding cake with a replica of the couples dog

Following the newlyweds’ introduction, the bride and groom took to the dance floor for their first dance to All of Me by John Legend.

bride and groom's first dance

The evening continued with fabulous food, touching toasts, a packed dance floor, and some photo booth fun. Guests paused long enough to enjoy a donut station and a late night ‘Make You Own Nachos Bar.

Father of the bride toasting his daughter and son in law

Natalie, Kris, and all their wedding guests were smiling all night!

 

The Wedding Team

Clearwater Beach Wedding Planner: Special Moments Event Planning

Clearwater Beach Wedding Venue: Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa

Hair and Makeup: Femme Akoi Beauty Studio

Photography and Video: Pine and Forge

Floral: The Brides Bouquet

Musicians: Sunset Strings

Pet Services: Furry Ventures Pet Care

Rentals: Gabro Event Services

DJ / Photobooth: Graingertainment

Wedding Cake: Publix Clearwater Beach

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