Well, there is nothing like a Florida wedding in January to star the year off right! We have been looking forward to Tia+Bernardo’s Winter Park wedding for quite some time, they are good friends of ours and we’ve known Tia for a while. She became a friend of both of us when we pounded the pavement during bridal fashion week at theknot.com. Bridal Fashion week sounds all glamorous, and it certainly can be, but it’s also a frustrating long and at times stressful day. Tia was often times one of the editors who we’d go to shows with and we bonded right away – she’s such a sweetheart and good person. If you can make days like those fun, then you know you’ve got a good friend!
You may also remember their awesome Boston engagement shoot from the blog. They are also featured in the Engagement section of the regular website (yes they are like C+W celebs).
We just LOVED Tia’s Reem Acra from Kleinfeld Bridal. Can you see the subtle hint of pink? Our mutual friend, Heather (her wedding, here!), fashion editor at the knot, helped styled Tia!
I just love these little hangers. They make all the difference.
Something borrowed!
Love that Florida Sunshine!
Tia+Bernardo got married in the same church that Tia’s parents got married in 30+ years ago. Tia walked down the aisle to Ave Maria (the same song Tia’s mom walked down the aisle to).
Butta light time… it sure is nice shooting in Florida during the winter months
This was my favorite series of the portraits, just absolutely in love with these images (Luke)
The candy/cookie bar was Tia’s mom’s idea. She always keeps a lot of candy in her house (everyone loves coming over!). The Italian cookies were because Tia’s mom is full-blood Italian and Bernardo’s family also has Italian blood. They always get Italian cookies for special occasions. The candy/dessert bar was put together by one of Tia’s mom’s close friends with Fabergé bowls!
Isn’t this the coolest guest book ever??? Everyone signed their names next to their thumb print.
Tia+Bernard met at a University of Florida Gator Club event at McFadden’s in Boston, MA. Of course they had to play the Gator Song!
I love this last shot with their names gobo’ed behind them dancing
It was certainly our please shooting Tia+Bernardo’s wedding in Florida. Their families were amazing hosts!
Wedding & Reception Venue(s):
St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church and Holy Trinity Reception & Conference Center
Dress: Reem Acra from Kleinfeld Bridal
Hair/makeup: LeJeune Hair & Makeup Artistry
Bridesmaid dresses: Priscilla of Boston
Flowers: Peddles
Cake: Cut the Cake
Catering: Arthur’s Catering
Entertainment: Tagas Event & Production Services
Guestbook: blue de toi on etsy
Chairs: Chair Affair Rentals
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