Fun-filled Wedding at The Plantation on Crystal River : Florida Wedding Photographer
Fun-Filled Wedding at The Plantation on Crystal River: Florida Wedding Photographer
Stephanie and Danny's wedding came with a big bridal party full of lifelong friends, inside jokes and duck faces. The day featured a mix of southern charm, modern style, pretty white tulips and a playful gathering of friends and family.
One of the joys of photography other than the people we meet and the moments we capture, are the new places we discover along the way. This was our first visit to the Plantation on Crystal River and it reminded us of a southern spin on the resort featured in Dirty Dancing. Within minutes of walking around the property nestled along the river, we understood why Stephanie and Danny chose it to host their wedding. There's a southern charm and sense of serenity that feels welcoming when you're at the resort.
This bridal party was fun, fun, fun! They're all friends and that gave way to lots of joking around and laughter. Stephanie and her bridesmaids added secret gestures to a few formal portraits. We still have no idea what they meant but we imagine the ladies looking at those photos years from now and bursting into laughter. We'll take that every day! Danny's groomsmen took full license to have fun with him during portrait time. During the processional, the guys greeted Danny with secret handshakes while he waited for his bride. Guests burst out laughing when a groomsman strutted up the aisle and impishly said, “Hi!” Did we mention that this bridal party was fun?
Sentimental and thoughtful details were also woven into the day like: Stephanie carrying a handkerchief that belonged grandmother, the couple's wedding date embroidered into the lining of her dress, the bouquet of tulips that sat in a chair reserved in honor of Danny's grandmother and the bucket list of ideas that guests were asked to write for the couple. During the ceremony which their friend Justin aka Red, officiated, they filled a treasure chest with love letters and a bottle of wine which they'll open on their anniversary.
When it came time for the grand entrance at the reception, the wedding party floated into the ballroom with the Chicago Bulls' lineup intro song their soundtrack! There may or may not have been a groomsman who busted out some sexy dance moves. There may or may not have been a bridesmaid making it rain dollar bills afterwards. But when Stephanie and Danny first danced to Ingrid Michaelson's cover of I Can't Help Falling in Love With You, and tears rolled down her cheeks, it served as a poignant reminder that heart of this day was a celebration of love.
Stephanie and Danny, thank you for allowing us to document your wedding day and the memories you made with the family and friends you hold dear to your hearts. We wish you a lifetime of happiness, inside jokes and love.
Venue: Plantation on Crystal River
DJ: A Premier Entertainment
Bridal Gown Shop: CC's Boutique Bridal Locations
Bridal Gown Designer: Essence of Australia
Flowers: Westover's Flowers & Gifts
Groom's Tuxedo: Sacino's Formalwear & Men's Clothier
Dessert Table: Bake 'n Babes
Hair and Makeup:: Plantation on Crystal River Spa Bleu
Stephanie and Danny's wedding has been published in The Knot.
