The stars were perfectly aligned for this modern masterpiece wedding in Key West. Not only did the lucky couple win this dream destination wedding but the combination of talented vendors, chic yet classic decor and flawless Florida vistas is a match made in wedding heaven. Each and every detail is glam and gorgeous to the max and the photography, oh the photography, is beyond stunning! Joey Kennedy Photography has found a die-hard fan in me and I have a feeling a few of you will fall head over heels as well! See it all in the full gallery!
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From the bride… Billy and I started dating in high school and I always knew he was the one. We dated for 9 years before he finally asked the question; it may seem like a long time to wait but it was the right time in both of our lives to move on to marriage. People always tell me that in the past 10 years the only thing that hasn’t changed in their lives is the two of us together. Many of our friends grew up along side the two of us as a couple, so when we told everyone we had gotten engaged it was exciting for everyone. So one of my top priorities was to have one the most memorable weddings anyone had ever been to. As most Greek weddings go, you invite 600 people, go to the local hall and pray for good weather in Ohio. This was not what I had envisioned for our wedding day. I had a large engagement party for 200 people and realized the party wasn’t for Billy and me; it was for the guests to enjoy.
I wanted our day to be intimate and relaxed, unlike any large event I had been to. So I googled wedding contests and decided to fill out an application to win a wedding in Key West, Florida. I told myself if we win we go and if we didn’t I wasn’t sure how I was going to convince my big Greek family to come to a destination wedding. Sure enough, out of 1400 couples we won the wedding. I was shocked but I knew it was right; it was what we needed to break the cycle of the typical Greek wedding. So after winning a portion of the wedding, adding tons of our own personal touches, and preparing for 10 months, we finally made it down to Key West. We brought along 100 of our closest friends and family members, our priest, and the best wedding photographer around. The guests were in Key West for a week; during this time we enjoyed the beach, the bars, and each other’s company. It was a vacation like no other and the most memorable one we had ever been on.
We started the wedding festivities with a boat ride rehearsal, followed by our wedding day, and ending it with a farewell breakfast. The wedding day was more than we had ever hoped for. Everything was so relaxing and perfect in our eyes. Although everyone worries about the flowers, desserts, and other minor details that make their wedding memorable, I was concerned about the feel of the wedding because I knew this is what sets a wedding apart. Our wedding had so much life and happiness exuded from the guests, Billy and myself that I don’t think anyone could ever replicate that day. It was as if everything lined up perfectly for us as a couple. It was scary to take a chance and go away, especially when no one you know has ever done it, but it paid off and that was the best decision I had ever made in my life, aside from marrying Billy. I would recommend a destination wedding to any bride and groom, because going against the grain is what made our wedding special, and all my guests are begging to go back on a ten year anniversary trip to relive the experience.
Wedding Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography / Wedding Planning: We’ve Got the Keys / Ceremony Venue: St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Parish / Reception Venue: Southernmost House / Catering: Great Events Catering / Guest Hotel: Southernmost on the Beach Resort / Wedding Cake: Key West Cakes / Band: Prime Movers / Hair + Make-up: Beauty Boutique / Tent, Lights + Dance Floor: Key West Party Rentals / Linens: Linens in Paradise / Flowers: Mama Flowers / Guest Trolley to Church: Historic Tours Transportation / Nails: Cloud 9 / Cinematography: Digital Island Media / Groom’s Wedding Ring + Bride’s Earrings: Diamonds International / Vintage Car: Keys Limo
I love the bright vivid details, the pops of color mixed the with natural, like sea shells: turned out beautiful
beautiful wedding! I am getting married in KW and looking for a band-can you tell me how the prime movers were?
thanks!!!
Katrina! The Prime Movers are a lot of fun - and a very versitile group! They start as a 4 piece band ..but you can add horns, vocalists ... and they are happy to learn a song or two for you if you have some special requests!
Cheers!
I love the cufflinks! I am getting married in the Keys in March and would love to know where to find those. TY!
I am looking into getting married in the Keys....can you please tell me where the invitations are from, they are perfect!
So gorgeous!
Possibly an odd question...what are the dimensions of the tent? I really like how long and narrow it is, and was just curious as to how big of a tent is needed for 100 people. Thanks!
Beautiful Wedding and Captured so lovely!
Gorgeous! Can you tell me where the bridesmaid dresses are from? They are adorable!
Congratulations, Joey! I'm beyond thrilled that your talent isn't going unnoticed! And congrats to the beautiful couple! The wedding was a blast and it couldn't have been more perfect in Key West :)
Hi jaimie the cufflinks were from etsy from a seller called tomatomade, susan the invites were done by momental design they are a vendor on style me pretty, not sure about the tent demensions, the bridesmaids dresses were by alfred sung. Thank you joey for capturing such a special day : )
WOW! Thank you SMP for feature on the Florida Blog! ALWAYS an honor to be on SMP!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
I LOVE the save the date cards - can you please tell where you got these? They would be perfect for my Florida wedding in June! I love your photo's too- grogeous!
We are all so happy to be featured on SMP!! Thanks you SMP and thank you Joey Kennedy for fabulous photos!
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