This Sarasota wedding from Audrey Snow Photography is romantic. It is glamorous. It is personal. All in all, it is what little girls hope for when dreaming of their own someday wedding. This beautiful bride not only found her Prince Charming, but was able to have the wedding of her dreams at an estate seeped in grand style and history, fit for a fairy tail. And thanks to Audrey, our bride and groom have these gorgeous memories to share with their children and grandchildren one day. Make sure to check out even more in the gallery!
From Audrey…Anna and Dustin were married at the lovely Powel Crosley Estate in Sarasota, FL on 7.10.10. The estate has a distinctly Mediterranean feel which effortlessly gives guests the feeling of celebrating in another time and place altogether. It is absolutely perfect for any bride and groom with timeless style. The lacy detail on Anna’s gown paired with Dustin’s classic white linen suit were right at home here. Little pops of orange in the florals were a beautifully vibrant contrast to the elegant, more traditional navy that ruled the details from the table linens to the bridesmaids gowns. We particularly loved the cupcakes with their pattern-coded wrappers depicting each flavor within, not to mention their adorable love bird cupcake toppers!
Though it was a typically toasty South Florida day, wedding guests stayed comfortable in the shaded outdoor ceremony site and tented reception. Dinner was held under the tent and then after sunset, Anna and Dustin danced the night away with their guests under the bulb party lights that ran from the tent to the mansion. The lights gave the feeling of partying in an open air Italian piazza. From beginning to end, it was the loveliest of wedding celebrations!
If you, like me, need even more of this wedding, make sure to pop over to Audrey’s blog!
From our gorgeous bride…Most brides would say their wedding day was magical. As I began to plan my own, I feared that for one reason or another, mine would not end up that way. I love being creative, and I am a planner at heart. But at the same time, I did worry about every little detail. Dustin grounded me every day, reminding me of “the reason for the season.” Forgetting about the details, I realized those fears were silly. We were joining together, uniting as one, best friends committing our lives to each other, all while being surrounded by our closest family and friends. How could it not be magical?
We told ourselves one thing before we met at the aisle that day, remember to pause and soak it all in. Arm in arm with my dad, from across the room, or while dancing under a glow of lights, we stared into each others’ eyes, reminding one another to pause. Telling ourselves to capture the faces around us, feel the breeze, embrace the summer’s air, admire the glistening water and the swaying trees. I have never truly embraced the moments of a day more than on that day.
There are some memories that seem to come alive when I reminisce. I remember feeling more beautiful than I ever have in my life, and I imagine I may never feel that way again. My brothers teared up when they saw me for the first time in my dress. I will always remember that. I remember my mom looking beautiful. She wore a light blue shirt in the bridal room that made her glow. I remember laughing with my dad as a snake slithered in front of us on the sidewalk. I was in awe of the view as I walked down the aisle. Focusing in on Dustin as he stood in the center of it all, I felt like the luckiest girl in the world. Watching the sun set behind the water was bittersweet. It was breathtaking, all you would hope a Florida summer sunset would be, yet it meant that our day was that much closer to being over. I loved hearing the songs I requested and skipping through a sea of people to find Dustin. (He is the cutest dancer!) And there is just something special about seeing your parents laugh as they swing each other around the dance floor.
As I try to put into words my feelings from the day, I find it is impossible to fully express or summarize in any justified way. But in the end, and in the simplest way put, it was magical.
Photography: Audrey Snow Photography / Flowers: Beneva Flowers / Event Coordination: Nellie’s Catering / Ceremony Location: Powel Crosley Estate / Reception Location: Powel Crosley Estate
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Gorgeous!! Love everything about this wedding. The bride's dress is stunning!!
Il ove love this wedding! Her dress is gorgeous, any idea who the designer is?
Beautiful pictures! Where is the bride's dress from?
I love this wedding so beautiful. Who makes the shoes?
gorgeous wedding! her dress is to die for! where are the bride and groom signs from??
Lovely wedding! The dress is so pretty! I would love to know who the designer is too!
Her dress looks like Saffron by Melissa Sweet, it's stunning.
Wow, stunning! Love Audrey's artistry here. Beautiful venue too.
the florals are beautiful and this bride looks amazing!
Love this earthy elegant feel. Beautiful!
This wedding is gorgeous and the perfect blend of casual sophistication. Love it! Also- dying to know where the red, white, and blue bridesmaid dress is from!! Must have!
Woops- wrong wedding- but still gorgeous!!
I love the brides shoes - so cute! Any idea where they're from?
Audrey, you captured it perfectly. Beautiful work!
GORGEOUS!
OMGoodness! I seriously have to stop looking at this blog but Im addicted! I got married 5 months ago and still I cant stop. SOOOOO dreamy. Can I have 6 weddings please?
Beautiful dress, flowers... just lovely!
What a pretty wedding. I love all the details! That cake topper is so cute
LOVE her shoes. Can anyone tell the designer of them? I'm looking for shoes very similar. I need as low of a heel - to a flat - as possible!
Hello,
Where are the bride and groom hanging signs from and the thank you sign? Very cute!
Jenny,
I saw similar toppers in a Cape Coral Wedding. They were from an Etsy store, sorry I don't know the name.
Love this wedding and I love the girl who wrote about it! ;)
Thank you for the wonderful comments. It is so exciting to see our wedding among such breathtaking events. Audrey & Michael captured it all so perfectly. The dress is by Robin Jillian Bridal. The shoes are Platinum BP (They were very comfortable, not too high) I think I got them at Nordstrom. The cake toppers are from etsy.com. My mother-in-law painted the signs. They were exactly what I envisioned.
Beautiful.
I especially LOVE the "Hearts Of Palm Salad".
The cake toppers were purchased on etsy.com from Red Light Studio
Thanks Jan, I was just about to ask where the cake toppers were from. I love them!
Gorgeous wedding.
What a beautiful wedding!So romantic and tasteful.Well done!
The dress is a Robin Jillian www.robinjillian.com I had the same one that I bought at Jon's Bridal in Tampa
Audrey and Michael did it again. Their work is so consistent. I've never seen nothing but beauty from them.
Beautiful wedding! I'm looking in the same area and wondered if you were pleased with Nellie's catering? Thanks!
Hi Lindsay! First of all, congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I'll send over a message to the bride to see if she perhaps has a second to give you a review of Nellie's Catering. Hold tight!
Hi Lindsey,
We were overall very pleased with Nellies. The staff were all very nice and helpful. I think for the price and all of the planning and organizing they do, it was the best deal. The food was good, but nothing extraordinary. I hope this helps. Good luck!!
Anna