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Say “I do” on
Pensacola Beach
Photo by Black & Hue Photography Photo by Aislinn Kate Photography
The Hilton Pensacola Beach is located just steps from the wonderful
white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. Let our team of wedding experts help
you create lasting memories on your special day.
To connect with our weddings team, visit hiltonpensacolabeach.com or
contact Victoria Branch at vbranch@innisfreehotels.com or call
850-916-2999 ext 6005 and Shamika Dykes at
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PUBLISHERS NOTE FALL 2019
Brenda Carraway l Publisher, Coastal Weddings Magazine
F all and winter may not be as hot and
heavy in people’s minds as spring
and summer when it comes to wedding
where the sugar-white sand that edges
along the shoreline offers the perfect place
to take your first steps into a beautiful
between…We want you to have the day of
your dreams, so we’re giving you everything
you could ask for and more. Now it’s just up
season, but here in the South—especially future, and the glittering waters serve as a to you to say, “I Do.”
along the Emerald Coast—we see no stunning backdrop for the stunning display As always, we want to raise a toast to our
reason that ALL year can’t be the perfect of love you’re showing all those dearly long-time partners at The Knot in thanks for
time to have a perfect wedding. We have beloved who have gathered to celebrate their sponsorship of our bridal shows and
mild weather and beautiful beaches, and you. We’ve got your guide for everything the complimentary magazines they have
that’s something that sets us apart as a you need to plan your day and find THAT faithfully provided to all of the brides who
destination for people from all over the perfect place, so get ready to take notes, attend our events. And as you read this
country hoping to escape the chill of lovely ladies—and be prepared to swoon issue, we want to offer all of our beautiful
autumn and winter that gives everyone over all that natural beauty. brides and their handsome husbands-to-be
else the blues. What better way to take In these pages, we’re featuring some of our most sincere wishes for a future filled
advantage of that as a bride-to-be than to the area’s best venues for rehearsal diners, with love and happiness.
set your sights on the sands that make us so receptions, and full-on beach weddings as - Cheers! Brenda
famous? well as some of our go-to’s for all things
In this issue, we’re welcoming you take entertainment in the world of weddings, For more details about Coastal Weddings,
a trip with us to the beaches of Pensacola, from DJs to drivers and all things in go to CoastalWeddingsMagazine.com
M E E T T H E C O A S TA L W E D D I N G S M A G A Z I N E S TA F F
Left to Right:
Brandi Wallace,
fashion editor &
real weddings editor
Brenda Carraway,
owner & publisher
Tanya Hughes,
art director/designer
Bethany Lauren Photography
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Married at
Margaritaville
Where vows are exchanged with sugar
white sand as your aisle, the beathtaking
Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop and a
reception second to none in fun.
Photo by: Indie Pearl Photography
For more information visit
www.margaritavillehotel.com
or call our Sales Department at 850.916.9755
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Hilton
Garden Inn
Renting out an event space or banquet
hall in a hotel might not be a novel idea,
but Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport/
Medical Center makes it a novelty in the
way that they go above and beyond being
just a space to rent out for a day, offering a
service-minded approach that sweeps cou-
ples—and their guests—off their feet.
Having opened in 2010, Hilton Garden Inn
has been the site of countless wedding we include in the rental of the event room it to life,” says Mills. And that’s the perfect
celebrations, and with good reason, as that eliminates the need for any additional way to have the perfect day.
everything a couple planning their big day rentals for things like tables, chairs, linens,
might need—all right there in one place, chair covers, overlays, décor, and up-light- Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport/
from hotel suites to accommodate out- ing. We also have exceptionally competitive Medical Center is located at
of-town guests to rooms perfect for the catering prices and offer food that is truly 1144 Airport Boulevard, Pensacola, Florida
pre-ceremony preparations of the bride memorable, which is incredibly important 32504. For more information, call
and groom. “We like to think of ourselves in creating the perfect reception. Here at (850) 479-8900 or visit http://www.pensac-
as a One-Stop Shop,” says Director of Sales Hilton Garden Inn, we want you to enjoy olaairportmedicalcenter.hgi.com/.
Amanda Mills. “Everything that you need is your special day and leave the little details
here at the hotel.” to us!”
Everything, indeed, as in its 3,200 square Those “little details” are something they
feet of space, their ballroom can accommo- actually specialize in, as they also offer the
date up to 250 people, offering an all-day services of Debra Rose, their on-site coor-
rental to ensure that every last moment of dinator, to ease the stresses of the planning
the day is celebrated to its fullest. “Couples process and create a day that will be unfor-
love having their event with us because gettable. “She has been in the business for
we’re more than just a venue,” Mills goes over 30 years and has an amazingly creative
on. “We offer them services that the couple mind for transforming our event space into
would typically have to seek out with an- whatever you’re looking for as well as being
other company, and there is so much that able to work with any vision and bringing
All Photos by: Duncan McCall
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F rom your first wedding shower to an intimate rehearsal
dinner and elegant reception, our experienced team
of professionals will create the wedding of your dreams.
We work with you each step of the way on the gourmet meals,
custom decor, floral arrangements, spacious accommodations
for you and your guests, and all the special touches that make
this most important occasion memorable.
4,200 sq. ft. of divisible Full-service The Garden
meeting and banquet Grille & Bar® serving
space to accommodate up breakfast, dinner and
to 250 guests evening room service
On-site catering and 137 guest rooms,
wedding planning including 14 suites
Rehearsal dinners, Outdoor pool, whirlpool,
weddings and receptions and workout facility
850-479-8900 • 1144 Airport Blvd., Pensacola • www.pensacolaairportmedicalcenter.hgi.com
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Cactus
problem for you or any out-of-town guests.
It’s the perfect space for rehearsal dinners,
Cantina
bachellorette and bachelor parties, bridal
showers, and engagement parties; and if
you want la celebración to come to you,
With their brightly their catering team has you covered.
colored walls, lively
music, energetic “Couples love having our customizable,
atmosphere, and food cost-efficient taco and fajita bars at their
that definitely brings wedding receptions and any other private
the party, Mexican events they’re having, and we can provide
restaurants are naturally delivery and full-service catering for any
festive; and when event,” says Catering Manager Natalie
you’re celebrating the Womer, whose expertise ensures that your
most important event event will go off without a hitch and free to
in your life, isn’t that enjoy the party.
exactly what you want? At Cactus Cantina,
every visit is a fiesta, offering a wide variety Granted, Mexican cuisine might be a
of flavorful Mexican classics like tacos, departure from the expected wedding food
burritos, quesadillas, and enchilladas and the traditional dishes that so often
that are a party all on their own, and their seem forgettable, but when you’re trying
refreshing menu of margaritas and cocktails to make a memory, that’s exactly what’s on
keep spirits running high. order. With their profusion of flavors and
fun, festive vibe, Cactus Cantina’s offerings
Having opened their first location in 2013 are anything but forgettable—and their
in Gulf Shores, owners Michael Lane and fantastic food will make you and your
Bobby Wade now own and operate 7 guests say ¡Órale!
locations thoughout the Gulf Coast, and the
spacious private room that opens out onto Cactus Cantina is located at 5121 North
a private patio at the Pensacola location 12th Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32504.
has couples and their guest feeling amor. For more information, call (850) 912-8565
And with good reason, as the resturant’s or visit www.mycactuscantina.com. For
close proximity to many hotels downtown catering, call (251) 979-6096 or email
means a night of partying needn’t be a catering@mycactuscantina.com.
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CoastalWeddingsMagazine.com
Index
16 Bridal Loft Bride
19 Color the Aisle
26 Aisle Style
32 I Do’s at the Dunes
48 That’s Entertainment
62 Counting Down to the
Day of your Dreams
68 Wedding Spotlights
76 Bridal Gallery
81 Wedding Spend
Across America
Business Spotlights
8 Hilton Garden Inn
10 Cactus Cantina
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PREMIER OCEAN VIEW EVENT SPACE
ENGAGEMENT PARTIES
BRIDAL SHOWERS
REHEARSAL DINNERS
WEDDINGS
RECEPTIONS
Michelle Wardlaw or Laura Pinzone
41 Fort Pickens Road (top floor)
Phone: 850-501-0409
info@piersuiteevents.com
www.piersuiteevents.com
Photography: Studio Luxé Weddings | Dress: Tiffany Nicole Bridal
Jewelry: Susan Campbell Jewelry | Florals: FIORE | Hair: Style Downtown
14 Coastal Weddings Magazine-Gorgeous Beach View
-Delicious Coastal Cuisine
-Fresh Made Cocktails
-Genuine Hospitality
41 Ft Pickens Rd. Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
www.casinobeachbar.com
Email: events@casinobeachbar.com
Sweet
Creations
by Sharon Tobin
Weddings
Birthdays
Special Occasions
850-341-6674
Southern Soiree
A mismatched fine china and
stemware rental company.
www.Southern-soiree.com
We offer Vintage MisMatched Fine China,
Crystal, Flatware and other vintage items for rental.
Call or email Leigh Shell for a consultation appointment.
850.516.6090 • Leighshell@mchsi.com
www.sweetcreationsbysharon.com • sweetcreationsbysharon@yahoo.com
Fall 2019 15Bridal
Loft
Bride
Dearly Beloved…The Bridal Loft is
Morgan Lorraine and Ryan Jantzen
January 19, 2019
Old Christ Church
dedicated to providing exquisite Pennebaker Photography
Bride’s Dress: Stella York
designer fashions for the bride and Groom’s Suit: Macy’s
Florist: Supposey
her entire bridal party, including Makeup and Hair: Stephanie Turner and Volume One
“It was the crier dress!”
mother of the bride and groom,
bridesmaids, and flower girls.
Our exclusive bridal designs include Allure and Allure
Romance, Stella York, Pronovias, and White One by
Pronovias. Each designer puts their unique touch on all of
their exquisite dresses, which gives us a selection perfect
for a wide range of tastes.
Along with bridal designs, we offer exclusive bridesmaids
dresses by Jasmine and Allure and an elegant selection for
mother of the bride and groom.
With our many years of experience in the bridal industry,
we feel confident that we can make your dress shopping
experience as stress-free as possible; and we enjoy meeting
and assisting brides as they begin their search for the
perfect gown to wear down the aisle. Each bride has her
own idea of what she is searching for, and we appreciate
the opportunity to work one-on-one to narrow down the
perfect style, fit, color, and detail to make it her very own.
We invite you to visit us at The Bridal Loft to “Experience
the Elegance.” Our goal is to provide personalized
attention to each bride and her guests, so we ask that
you schedule an appointment to guarantee you have the
very best experience. We would also like to thank all of
Justina Suarez and Chad Michael Floyd
March 8, 2019
our brides and customers for voting our store “Best of The Burch House
the Coast.” This award is based on customer service and Tahiry Humrich Photography
selection of merchandise; and as a local business, this Bride’s Dress: Stella York
honor is very special to us. Groom’s Suit: Randall’s Formal Wear
Thank you, Pensacola! We look forward to seeing you at Florist: Sunshine Designs
The Bridal Loft. Makeup and Hair: Hayley Gurney and Chelsey Domschke
- Brenda and Brandi “I loved the way it fit and accentuated my body, and the detailing
16 Coastal Weddings Magazine on the back is everything.”Kerrie Shaw and Jack Begley Ashley and Dakoda Rogers March 16, 2019 March 23, 2019 Pensacola Country Club Sowell Farms Photos by Grace Mallett Mallory Paige Photography Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals Groom’s suit Gents Formal Wear on Wright St Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse Florist: Jill Lewko Florist: Just Judy’s Flowers Make up and Hair: Nikki Dela Pena and Colleen Williams Makeup and Hair: Kendall Bray and Ginny Brown Moonflower and Kim Nelson Salon on 12th “It had everything I was looking for. I didn’t need to try “I chose the dress because it was everything I’ve dreamt anything else on because that dress was made for me!” about in a wedding dress since I was young.” Shelbey and David English Olivia and Jeremy Jordan April 6, 2019 July 7, 2018 Sowell Farms Sanders Beach Center Melissa Wilson Photography Patsy Brown Photography Bride’s Dress: Stella York Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse Florist: Supposey Florist: Sandy Norton of Tulips Florist Makeup and Hair: Kiley O’Rourke and Brittney Farrington Makeup and Hair: Brandy Boutwell & Kaytee Turley of Tease Boutique “It was the first dress I ever tried on, even after exploring a few “I knew it was my dress the moment I saw it on the hanger!” other options; I chose the very first dress!” Fall 2019 17
Cheyenne and Matthew Banks Victoria and Samuel Stauble
October 6th, 2018 October 27, 2018
5 Eleven William Bartram Memorial Park
Timothy Monk Photography Perla Martinez Photography
Bride’s Dress: Stella York Bride’s Dress: Stella York
Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Groom’s Suit: Gents Formal Wear
Florist: Just Judy’s Flowers
Makeup and Hair: Tempest Knox and Kaytee Turley at Tease
Makeup and Hair: Mandi Beavers
“It was everything I ever wanted, and to top it all off, I got to “The moment I put on the third dress, I knew without a doubt
spend the best day of my life in my beautiful dress.” it was the one. The lace back and the buttons down the entire
train were absolutely stunning!”
Ruddie and Josh Powell Chella and Nick Stearns
November 8, 2018 November 17, 2018
Seville Square Seville Quarter and The Lee House
Perla Martinez Photography Perla Martinez Photography
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Florist: Sunshine Designs Florist: Chrissy Helvenston
“While I didn’t expect to pick something so ‘fairy princess at Makeup and Hair: Jennifer Rogers and The Penton House
the ball,’ I couldn’t have found a more perfect dress if I had “The dress for me was a no-brainer. I looked in the mirror and
designed it myself!” saw myself walking down the aisle. It was the perfect combination
18 Coastal Weddings Magazine of sexy and elegant.”Color the Aisle
When it comes to choosing color pallets for your
bridesmaids, you don’t really have to stick to
By Liesel
Schmidt
one particular rule, because it’s about your vision
for the day and the theme you want it to follow. Naturally, you’ll want colors that compliment the décor you’ve chosen: the flowers, the
linens…all the pretties. But remember, your bridemaids are a HUGE part of conveying your vision for your dream day, like walking floral
arrangements that compliment you as the centerpiece. They should bloom in confidence and add an element of fun, whimsy, elegance,
or classic style as they precede you down the aisle and set the mood. And whether you’ve chosen softer hues like mint or gray or richer,
more saturated tones like burgundy, the colors your bridemaids wear plays a big role in making your wedding look cohesive.
Amanda and
John O’Bryan
February 9th, 2019
WaterColor Inn & Resort
Tay Gray Photography
Bride’s Dress: Eddy K
Bridesmaids Dresses: Allure
Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Flowers: Fishers Flowers
Hair: Tease by Natalie Marie
Makeup: Make Me Up
by Marisa Taylor
“Of all the wedding dresses
I tried on, this was the only
dress I not only felt beautiful in,
but felt confident in.”
“For my bridesmaids’ dresses,
we wanted to incorporate the
clear blue Gulf Coast water into
our wedding; and these dresses
nailed it! They looked amazing
on all five girls!”
Jennifer and
Chuck Comella
September 16, 2018
Brett Birdsong Photography
Bride’s Dress: Pronovias
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Allure
Groom’s Suit: Men’s
Wearhouse
Clement Taylor Park
“As soon as I tried on the
dress I knew it was different
from the others. It felt special
and it felt like me!”
“ I wanted something classy
and neutral for my girls.”
Fall 2019 19Emily and
Jesse Shaffer
March 2, 2019
Sharin Shank
Photography
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Allure
Grooms’ Suit: All Brides 2 Be
Flowers: Cotton & Magnolia
Kapok Event Center, Clearwater
“The dress spoke to me
when I first walked in!
The simple, but elegant features
stood out to me.
It was very Audrey
Hepburn-like, which was
the look I was going for.”
“We were looking for
a color that would look
good on any skin tone,
and the burgundy did
just that. The color
combined with the
V-neck and chiffon lay
of the dress complimented
every physique.”
Bethany and
Jacob Bell
March 24, 2019
Meg Burke Photography
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Bridesmaids dresses: Allure
Groom’s Suit: Generation Tux
Flowers: Forget Me Knot Floral
Makeup and Hair: Misty Ewing
with Bride Guide
Craft Farms Golf Resort,
Gulf Shoes AL
“I believe that the dress
chose me in a way. It fit
perfectly without
any alterations!”
“With my husband wearing
his military uniform and
me in white too, we wanted
the girls in Navy. My sister
chose the dresses.
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STELLA YORK
Introducing Stella York, a collection which brings dramatic elegance and
Australian-inspired sophistication to your special day.
Glamorous. Sexy. Extravagant. Stella York wedding dresses are more than
just a designer label. It’s an indelible mind-set — with each creation a perfect
complement to a bride’s attitude, style and spirit.
Dressed in spectacular beading, glamorous laces and enchanting fabrics,
the Stella York bride is assured to be the center of elegance and attention.
Whether a bride is graced in soft organzas, chiffons and charmeuses or
romantic satins and taffetas, the Stella York collection is an extraordinary
accompaniment to her every desire.
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Fall 2019 31I Do’s At the Dunes
By Liesel Schmidt
With their incredible,
breathtakingly gorgeous backdrop
of glittering waters, sparklingly
white sands, and painterly skies,
beach weddings are a thing of
beauty that couples all over the
world travel miles to experience.
From mid-day breezes to sunsets
awash in color, these surfside
ceremonies are the embodiment
of romance; and Pensacola Beach
is one place where vows of eternal
love echo in the roar of the waves
and dreams of the future are
sprinkled in with the sand.
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Paradise Beach Homes
For an event that’s truly a private rental rates on condos, townhomes, venue for their special day. This is a
escape to the beach, Paradise Beach or homes when the party books three very special time for our couples and
Homes offers large homes that can or more; and their level of personal their families, and they’ll remember it
accommodate up to 30 people, with care makes the team at Paradise seem for years to come. It truly is an honor to
many homes providing lower-level heaven-sent. be a part of making their dreams come
spaces perfect for hosting a wide “From start to finish, we take care true.” From condos to homes right on
range of celebrations. And if you’re of our couples,” says Laura Smith, the sand, Paradise Beach Homes will
hoping to make this a family (or friend) Marketing Manager at Paradise Beach make you feel at home in heaven.
affair, book homes right next to one Homes. “The minute they walk through For more information, call the
another to keep everyone nearby. the door, they’re greeted with a warm Pensacola Beach office at
Making this every bit the dream come welcome and helpful Vacation Rental (850) 916-0777 or the new Navarre
true, couples who rent a Paradise Specialists that walk them through Beach office at (850) 710-3308.
home for their wedding will be able to each of our event-friendly properties View properties online at
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Fall 2019 33Tara Cook Photography
Tara Cook Photography
Hemingway’s Island Grill
Fitting of the prolific writer who so the Main Deck, wedding parties can drinks and carving the meats for the
loved the feel of the sea breezes in his enjoy a covered, open-air area with guests,” says General Manager Nick
hair, Hemingway’s Island Grill is located an elevated view of the water, while Loizos. “All of it together truly enables
right on the sands of Pensacola Beach, smaller gatherings will love being us to offer an amazing, personalized
where the sparkling water serves as surrounded by vistas of the Sound day that will be extremely special and
a backdrop for scenes of epic love in the Front Room. And while simply create an incredible memory.” For
playing out in real life. Providing the offering their picturesque space would couples looking for a beach wedding
perfect venue for a wide variety of certainly win anyone’s heart, it’s the they’ll never forget, Hemingway’s
gatherings, Hemingway’s three levels level of their cuisine and attention to Island Grill will make their day one
offer scenic views of the beach on detail that makes this place a novel for the books. Hemingway’s Island
each level, as the Tower Bar’s elegant romance. “Couples love being able Grill is located at 400 Quietwater
rooftop seating serves an amazing to have a beachfront wedding without Beach Road, Suite 16, Gulf Breeze,
view of the Sound that’s any couple’s all the headaches, and they love Florida 32561. For more information,
dream come true; and the Bimini having access to our full-time event call (850) 934-4747 or visit www.
Bar’s casual, beachfront dining space planner. We do it all, from coordinating hemingwaysislandgrill.com.
ensures plenty of room for dancing as the ceremony out on the sand and
well as children’s play areas. Out on decorating the space to serving the
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Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Offering the perfect ambiance of hotel accommodations right on site, fingers, Margaritaville Beach Hotel is a
elegance, romance, and simplicity ensuring an ease and simplicity that perfect match when you’re looking for
that truly embodies “Island Style,” will capture your heart. paradise. Margaritaville Beach Hotel
Margaritaville Beach Hotel’s location “Our couples love the customer is located at 165 Fort Pickens Road,
right on the beach is ideal for a dream- service and the range of options that Pensacola Beach, Florida 32561. For
like wedding that feels like a getaway. are available for food and beverage for more information, call (850) 916-9755
Love in your hearts, feet in the sand, their event, as well as the convenience or visit www.margaritavillehotel.com.
Gulf of Mexico in the background… of having such a magnificent hotel
Tahiry Humrich Photography
this is one laid-back and relaxing venue for hosting their guests or even for
where couples are given everything their own wedding night. We create
they need to have a stress-free an unforgettable setting and offer
day that’s still all about the details. a personalized experience, creating
Combined with various event spaces to memories that are as individual
host anything from the rehearsal dinner as each couple and a special day
to the wedding ceremony and the that will never be forgotten,” says
reception following, Margaritaville Summer Smith, Director of Marketing
also offers the advantage of luxurious and Activities. With all that at your
Fall 2019 35The Grand Marlin Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Offering stunning views and incredible Manager Julie Linander. “Our highly Oyster Bar is located at 400 Pensacola
fare combined with their exceptional experienced team also works with each Beach Boulevard, Pensacola Beach,
attention to detail, The Grand Marlin couple for on-site coordination of their Florida 32561. For more information,
is the perfect venue for any rehearsal event, and our dedicated banquet call (850) 677-9153 or visit www.
dinner or wedding reception, providing staff ensures that things run smoothly thegrandmarlin.com.
private and semi-private space for and seamlessly—one thing that every
gatherings of 20 to 100 guests. And happy couple needs!” In keeping with
with their vantage point overlooking their grand style, The Grand Marlin
Santa Rosa Sound with beautiful provides a range of elegant banquet
views of the Gulf Islands National menu options in addition to offering
Seashore and Pensacola Beach, The the option of customizing the menu to
Grand Marlin will indeed give you a more fully fit your personal taste. From
grand experience you’ll never forget. rehearsal dinner toasts to the very
“Couples love having their event last drop of bubbly at the reception,
at The Grand Marlin because of its The Grand Marlin is a grand place to
beautiful views, fantastic service, and celebrate your fairy tale come true.
wonderful cuisine,” says Marketing The Grand Marlin Restaurant &
36 Coastal Weddings MagazineInnisfree Hotels
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Hilton Pensacola Beach
Dreaming of an all-inclusive, picture- each sip and every bite is worthy of location, the stunning views, and
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Beach offers everything you could rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, of memories; and that’s what every
ever imagine and more, with world- receptions, and farewell brunches, bride and groom should have on this
class accommodations, first-class Hilton accommodates the needs of a special day,” say Catering Managers
dining options, breathtaking outdoor wide range of gatherings, from small Victoria J. Branch and Shamika
and indoor venues, and the luxurious and casual to grand and elegant. Dykes. Whether you’re booking with
Fusion Spa within walking distance, Even more worthy of an “I Do,” them for a full “destination wedding”
making every aspect of your wedding Hilton’s wedding packages also or for hosting your post-ceremony
flawless, elegant, and an event you— include a complimentary room for party, Hilton Pensacola Beach vows
and your guests—will remember couples on their wedding night, while to make you fall in love. Hilton
for a lifetime. Taking the task firmly guests can book their own stay in Pensacola Beach is located at 12 Via
in hand, Hilton’s two catering sales rooms that are every bit the dream De Luna Drive, Pensacola Beach,
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Finding the perfect venue for a wed- sparking blue ocean waters. Equipped during, and after the event with both
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when you’re essentially looking for a vanity room for the bridal party, tables, they have hired,” she goes on. “This
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on creating that perfect space and couple’s needs and give them the day wedding, and exchanging vows out on
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and makes it a dream come true. Ide- Michelle Wardlaw and Laura Pinzone, Gulf is something that any couple will
ally situated on the top floor at the end Pier Suite is shaping up to be a go-to remember forever.” From I Do’s to last
of Pensacola Pier, its 1500 square feet location for a full day of love. dances, Pier Suite is the perfect space
of indoor space offers an open room “We’re both great listeners, really to start your Happily Ever After. We
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dates 150 people, opening out to a 900 owns the company along with Pinzone. more information, call Michelle (850)
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the team at Casino Beach wants every hosting a winning event, whether
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E N T E R TA I N M E N T
That’s
Entertainment By Liesel
Schmidt
When you’re planning a wedding,
there are so many things, so many
elements to consider—not the least of
which are all of those details that fall
under the heading of “entertainment.”
Comprised of much more than simply
the traditional DJ or band that set up
shop to oversee the music during the
reception as it did in your parents’ day,
today’s wedding entertainment actually
encompasses ALL things that could,
in fact, be considered a source of
entertainment. So, yes, that means the
DJ or band. But it also means things
like the ride to and from the reception;
the add-ons that keep your guests
occupied while they’re not busting a
move on the dance floor, sucking down
cocktails (we see you, Aunt Mabel), or
stuffing their faces with (hopefully) de-
licious catered food (ahem) and cake.
There’s more that has to be done—
Asilinn Kate Photography especially in these times when every
event is posted all over social media—
and Pensacola has experts in all modes
of entertainment that will make your
wedding #unforgettable.
Everyone’s all about taking selfies
and snapping shots of everything they
see and do, but there’s still something
insanely fun about the old-school
photo booths. Somehow the idea of
squeezing far too many people into
ridiculously small space to get awk-
ward faces forever memorialized on a
strip of tiny photos is still every bit as
novel now as it was before the advent
of digital cameras and smart phones;
and wedding receptions are one place
where these babies shine, as owner
of Foto2Go Rob Kimball can attest.
“Photo booths offer unmatched premi-
Foto 2 Go
um entertainment to make memories
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Foto 2 Go
that will last a lifetime, and our booths
provide a charming experience where
guests can receive a memento to take
home while leaving a message and
picture for the bride and groom.”
Offering rental of two video booths
and three different styles of photo
booth with many customizable options,
Foto2Go has been making couples
in the Pensacola area—and their
guests—smile for 11 years. And while
the new take on those pod-like spaces
now offers a bit more room to spread
out, none of the fun is lost…In fact, it’s
taken to even greater extent, as they
come with every kind of prop, back-
drop, and photo format imaginable,
meaning your guests could be sporting Foto 2 Go
some killer handlebar moustaches and
feather boas along with their party
dresses.
“Couples love having photo booths
at their receptions because they offer
guests plenty of entertainment, and
they get to take home a great me-
mento to remember the party!” says
Raylene Wheat, who started Mirror
Mirror Images Photobooth Mirror Images Photobooth
Images Photobooth in 2018. Of-
fering rental of an interactive Magic
Mirror that walks guests through the
picture-taking process, compliments
them, and plays games with them, the
booth also enables each picture to be
personalized with the couple’s names
and wedding dates or a message from
the bride and groom. “Mirror Images
offers red carpet, personalized service
and custom design wedding overlays
with every couple’s colors and theme.
We also deliver, set up, and break
down the booth and provide deluxe
custom props as well as an attendant
to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Each couple also receives a custom
heart-shaped USB with all the pictures Mirror Images Photobooth Mirror Images Photobooth
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from the event,” says Wheat.
It’s important to have the right DJ
at your wedding, as well, as whomever
you trust with the all-important power
of the mic—and, therefore, the great-
est command of the room—can either
make or break the reception. Hire
the wrong one, and your day will live
forever in infamy…and likely not just in
people’s memories. Don’t you just love
the Internet? The best DJs will know
how to read the room and will have
really taken the couple’s personalities
into account, not to mention being
able to keep the group’s energy level
up and adapt to the range of ages in
their audience.
Asilinn Kate Photography “We have ten Personality DJs at
Boogie, Inc. who don’t just play music.
They make all announcements for
things like the couple’s entrance to
the reception, the cake cutting, the
toasts, the bouquet and garter toss,
and the couple’s first dance; but we
also get involved with the crowd and
keep them moving with line dancing
and taking requests, and we see who
is attending and adjust the music to
fit that specific group,” says Bonnie
McDonald, proud owner of a company
now celebrating its 40th year. “Our DJs
also work with the photographer and
wedding planner to make sure every-
thing goes smoothly for our couples,
and we go out of our way to make sure
everything is in place before the first
guests arrive.”
“When couples get married, they
want a to have a professional, fun, and
well-spoken DJ/MC and great lighting
to make their event space shine,” says
owner of Powell Entertainment Matt
Powell, a seasoned DJ who spent years
working for a major cruise line before
starting his multi-faceted company in
2015. As an expert in the industry, Pow-
ell knew just what to offer his clients
to suit their needs in whatever event
they might be celebrating, incorporat-
ing A/V services, draping and lighting
décor, and DJ services into one brand
to create the ultimate one-stop shop.
“One of the things our clients appre-
ciate and have come to expect from
Asilinn Kate Photography us is our wonderful customer service,
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our attention to detail, our passion, our
incredible skillset, and our premium
quality services and equipment,” Pow-
ell goes on. Keeping it all in-house,
Powell also owns and operates The
Rails on Wright St., an open-air event
space that can be booked as a space
on its own or in a full package with
Powell Entertainment’s services.
“We get so many compliments
from brides saying we relieved them
of so much stress when it comes to
the planning of the reception,” says
owner of SN DJ Entertainment Stacey
Noles, whose work as a radio host have
positioned him well to run an event en-
tertainment company. “A lot of times
when we meet with brides for their
initial consultation, they don’t even
know where to start, so we help them
out by giving them some ideas. After
they hire us, we work directly with them
to come up with a detailed, written,
organized planner with a sequence of
events customized specifically for them
and their unique tastes; and then we
send copies of that to all of their other
vendors. We want our brides to feel
like a ‘guest’ at their reception, so we
go the extra mile in making sure their
reception is relaxing, fun, and—most
importantly—stress-free,” Noles goes
on. Obviously, Noles and his team are
doing something right, as they’ve been
offering their services in wedding DJ
entertainment throughout the area
since 2003, extending their expertise
to provide decorative up lighting,
monogrammed lighting, and services
as “on-site” wedding reception en-
tertainment director and coordinator.
Whether you simply want a Master of
Ceremonies or a full-fledged guide, SN
DJ Entertainment offers everything you
need to keep your special day moving
to the beat.
Dancing is undeniably a huge com-
ponent of wedding entertainment, as
well, and their can be a lot of pressure
felt by the bride and groom to get it
right when all eyes in the room are
fixed on the for that all-important First
Dance. Due to the fact that some of us
are born with two left feet and not an
Brett Birdsong Photography
ounce of rhythm, dancing in public can
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be a daunting prospect—all the more
so on the most important day of your
life—so having some of the pressure
taken off by getting professional help
(and not the kind that requires you
to open up about your relationship
with your mother while you sit on a
couch) can go a long way. It’s incredibly
important to have the right instructor,
someone who puts you at ease and
unlocks your inner Fred Astaire and
Ginger Rogers; and at Fred Astaire
Dance Studio Pensacola, that’s pre-
cisely what they do. “We’re certified
to teach ballroom dancing and can
provide any type of dance to fit the
couple’s vision,” says Danielle Oplaski,
who co-owns the studio with Isidro
Erreguin and together boast a com-
bined 19 years of teaching, competing
and dance studio management. “We
provide a level of service similar to a
wedding planner when it comes to
the dancing portion of the wedding
and work with them on whatever they
want to complete their vision for that
day! Regardless of who is doing the
dancing—the couple themselves, the
parents with newly-married, or even
the entire wedding party—we make
sure to understand the dimensions of
the floor and the layout of the room
as well as the dress and shoes that the
bride is wearing, and we even help
them plan when and how the dance
will be incorporated into the evening
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so that they are over-prepared and left
with no questions or surprises.”
No wedding is complete with-
out transportation to and from the
ceremony and the reception—and
especially when it comes time to
make the great escape at the end of
the evening to start the honeymoon.
It can’t be just any old car—not if
you really want to capture everyone’s
attention and make it memorable, and
that’s exactly what Celepretty Limo
does every time they roll. As Pensac-
ola’s only car service offering Rolls
Royce and Bentleys for the big day,
Celepretty holds prime parking in the
market, and couples fall in love with
the sense of grandeur and the unde-
niable style and sophistication that
riding in such beautiful cars brings. Celepretty Limo / Aislinn Kate Photography
“Couples love the way that hiring our
services us adds a little bling and a
lot of luxury to their wedding, and it’s
a great way for them to relax to and
from the event,” says owner Steven
DeCesare, who started the company
in 2012 and offers those luxurious
rides for celebrations and events of all
kinds throughout the Pensacola area.
Taking luxury to noble heights,
owner of WeddingCar2Go Robbie
Kimball offers his couples what he
calls “the royal touch,” renting the
chauffeured use of his 1960 Jaguar
Austin Princess Limousine. As one
of the only 200 Princess models ever
made, every ride is an exclusive and
unique experience that’s sure to
make you feel like you’re the king and
queen of your day. “It’s a really special Wedding Car 2 G0 / East Hill Photo
thing that couples love, and it makes
an incredible memory for them,” says
Kimball, who started the company in
2016. Offering packages and rates
POPULAR PLAYLISTS:
that’ll have you toasting your luck, a
FIRST DANCE: FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE:
ride with WeddingCar2Go will crown
Perfect, Ed Sheeran My Little Girl, Tim McGraw
your day with perfection.
Thousand Years, Christina Perri Daddy Dance With Me, Krystal Keith
Admittedly, in the grand scheme of
At Last, Etta James My Girl, Temptations
things, a wedding isn’t all about the
Heaven, Kane Brown
entertainment—it’s about the love and
commitment being celebrated. But MOTHER/SON DANCE:
no one can deny that it doesn’t seem A Mother’s Love, Jim Brickman
complete without all those details that A Song For Mama, Boyz II Men
make it a celebration to remember A Mother’s Song, T Carter
and an occasion that truly wows. Simple Man, Lynard Skynard
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Tara Cook Photography
Boogie, Inc. Fred Astaire Dance Studio Pensacola SN DJ Entertainment
(850) 438-1660 (850) 332-7343 (850)501-1590
www.boogieinc.com www.fredastaire.com/pensacola/ www.sndjpensacola.com
mrsboogie@boogieinc.com Pensacola@fredastaire.com weddings@sndjpensacola.com
Celepretty Limo Mirror Images Photobooth WeddingCar2Go
(850) 501-1389 (850) 516-6038 (850) 590-3309
www.celeprettylimo.com www.mirrorimagesphotobooth.net www.weddingcar2go.com
MirrorImagesPhotobooth@outlook.com info@weddingcar2go.com
Foto 2 Go
(850) 590-3309 Powell Entertainment
www.foto2go.org (850) 501-1078
info@foto2go.org www.PowellEntertain.com
Matt@PowellEntertain.com
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To book your
date, call or text
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the Day of Your Dreams…
10-12 MONTHS PRIOR: 6-8 MONTHS:
Start taking dance lessons with your
fiancé if you’d like better dance skills
Determine your budget and decide to show off at the reception
where to allocate the funds Book musicians for the ceremony Write and send thank you cards for
Find ideas for the theme and color Choose and order bridesmaids’ shower gifts and early gifts you’ve
palette dresses received
Build your team of helpers and Begin planning the honeymoon
planners Send out your Save-the-Date cards Mallory Paige Photography
Pick your venue and investigate
available dates
Pick your wedding date 4-6 MONTHS:
Attend your pre-wedding counseling
Create a wedding website
Start compiling your guest list sessions
Decide who you’d like in your Order wedding invitations
wedding party and make the Order wedding rings
request official Select formalwear for the groom
Investigate wedding insurance Select a cake designer and book
Have engagement photos taken their services
Phocus Photography
Phocus Photography
3 MONTHS:
Book the location for your rehearsal
dinner
8-10 MONTHS:
Decide what you want your gown to
Decide on the guest list for your
rehearsal dinner
Order your wedding cake
look like and start shopping Attend the bridal shower
Shop for bridal accessories Arrange rentals for the groomsmen’s
Determine the menu for your formalwear
reception Hire any necessary limousine services
Book your entertainers or other transportation for the
Book your officiant wedding day
Mallory Paige Photography
Choose your florist and make the
2 MONTHS: 1 MONTH:
arrangements for your big day
Schedule interviews with
photographers and book their Mail invitations Apply for the marriage license
services Compose your vows Have your final dress fitting, then
Make your wedding registries Purchase gifts for the wedding party bring the gown home after you have it
Arrange all necessary rentals for tents, Purchase gifts for both sets of parents pressed or steamed
chairs, tables, etc. Book a hairstylist and do test-runs Call the bridesmaids to make sure
Start planning the honeymoon Book a make-up artist and try out the they all have their gowns
Finalize your invitation list look you want Discuss any last minute changes with
62 Coastal Weddings MagazineNIGHT BEFORE:
Timothy Monk Photography vendors’ delivery times
Attend bachelorette party
Start packing for the honeymoon Rehearsal
Give readers their scripts (i.e. Bible Give the marriage license to the
passages, poems, etc.) officiant
Rehearsal dinner
2-3 DAYS BEFORE:
Have the gown pressed or steamed if
Present the wedding party with their
gifts
Arrange transportation of gifts from
necessary the venue
Make sure that the groom has had his Go to bed early!
final fitting and picked up his
DAY OF:
formalwear
Make sure that the groomsmen have
their formalwear Present parents with their gifts
Go over the order of the recessional Exchange gifts with your intended
and processional for the ceremony Give wedding bands to the Maid of
Reconfirm all plans with the vendors Honor and Best Man
Have your second Brazilian wax
treatment
Call limousine and transportation
services to confirm picku
Phocus Photography
POST-WEDDING:
Pre-arrange rental returns
Write and send thank you notes
the vendors
to vendors
Print wedding programs
Write and send thank you notes
Send out rehearsal dinner invitations
for gifts
Finalize your honeymoon
Exchange duplicate gifts (or unwanted
accommodations
ones)
Purchase unity candle, guest book,
Have your dress cleaned and
toasting flutes, and cake servers
preserved for storage
Get your first Brazilian wax treatment
Pick up wedding rings
2 WEEKS:
Review your RSVPs and contact any
guests who haven’t yet responded
Finalize the plans for your photos with
the photographer
Finalize the song list with the DJ or
band you’ve booked for the reception Phocus Photography
Notify the venue and caterer of the
final headcount of guests
Get your last haircut and color
treatment before the wedding 1 DAY BEFORE:
Give all vendors emergency contact
1 WEEK:
Plan the seating chart for your
numbers to call in the event of
an issue
Write checks to vendors for any
reception and print table cards remaining balances and tips
Confirm all arrangements with your Make sure that you have everything
wedding vendors ready for the Big Day (i.e. rings, Phocus Photography
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Give your venues a schedule of your license, etc.)
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