We loved being part of Liz and Andy's beautiful dreamy Key West wedding at Audubon House that started in rented Airbnb near Flamingo Crossing Ice cream where Liz and Andy had a small ice cream break and then we took a trolley for "Photo Safari" around town for more fun wedding pictures. 
Congratulations Liz and Andy!!

Nadine merabiVenue: Audubon House & Gardens 
Planner: Little Miss Planner  
Photographer: You (: Weddings By Romi
Videographer: Florence Nebbout / Key West Videography 
Florals: Kutchey's Florals 
Table: Table 7 
Linen: Nuage Design 
Rentals: Eventfully Yours 
Catering: Great Events 
Cake: Key West Cakes 
Music: Chris Thomas Music 
Cigar Rolling: Rodriguez Cigars
Second Line Band: Bop Shop Brass (Miami) 
Hair: Hair by Assel (Miami) 
Makeup: Bella Luxe Makeup
Transportation: Keys Luxury Transportation
Officiant: Liz's Aunt - Esther Cottrell
Sunset Welcome Cruise: Sunset Watersports

Wedding Gown: Purchased at The Wedding Studio (Carmel, IN) -- Designer: Alyssa Kristin 
Wedding Veil: Purchased at The Wedding Studio (Carmel, IN) -- Designer: Martina Liana 
Wedding Shoes: Christian Louboutin 
Wedding Gloves: Custom made from Etsy - Kerry Parker Store
After-Party Dress: Nadine Merabi 
After-Party Veil: Custom made, Jane Rhyan Collection
After-Party Shoes: Steve Madden
Bridesmaids Getting Ready Outfits: Nasty Gal 
Maid of Honor Dress: Alamour The Label 
Andy's Tux: Purchased from Formally Modern Tuxedo 
Tux Shirt: Bonobos 
Cuff Links: Custom from Etsy 
Rings: Diamonds Direct

Wedding Venue: Fort Zachary Taylor 
Wedding Photography : Weddings By Romi
Wedding videographer : JAG
Hair/Make Up: Talie Ayers
Food : Great Events
Flowers: Love in Bloom
Decor, Invitations, Wedding Stationary : Bonfire and Co.
Rentals : Eventfully Yours 
Transportation: Key West Historic Conch Tour
Band: Ross Brown and Cayo Ritmo
Key West wedding planner : Keys Planning
Dress: Grace loves lace
Rings: Michael F & Co
Suit: Suit Supply (Custom linen)

Let me introduce you to the fresh newlyweds Victoria and Ryan!!

Warm tropical breezes, rolling ocean vistas and a kiss to seal it all under a hazy pink sunset that was Victoria and Ryan's wedding day reception at Southernmost Beach Resort.

We changed locations 3 times from Sunrise Suites to Saint's Mary church for the ceremony to Southernmost Beach Resort for the rest of the celebration. Victoria also booked a second photographer to capture the boys getting ready and the ceremony so we ended up with almost 900 wedding photos, too many to share in this blog, but let me share just a few. 

As I always do, I asked Victoria a couple of questions:

1. How did you meet, who proposed and how?
We met during a blizzard, in our home town when there is a big snow storm everyone goes to one particular bar so we both ended up there. Ryan proposed after dinner as we were walking back on the beach to my parents shore house.

2. Why wedding at Southernmost Beach Resort? Did Covid bring some challenges for you?
Key West was the first place Ryan and I vacationed together and we completely fell in love with it. We knew we wanted to have a reception on the beach and we we looked out the Southernmost Beach resort and it was a no brainer!
We definitely had some challenges with Covid as our original date, April 4 2020, was cancelled but we knew it was something we couldn’t control and we just had to keep moving and do what we felt was the next right thing.

3. What was your inspiration for your wedding?
We are both beach people and just wanted to feel relaxed and have fun!

4. What were your favorite moments at the wedding?
Walking down the aisle at Saint's Mary Church and seeing Ryan surrounded by our friends and family, also dancing all night with such an amazing scenery.

5. What advice could you give to other brides?
Just have fun with it. You can’t control everything and trying to will end up taking the fun out of it.

6. What are your future plans? Honeymoon?
Hopefully we will be able to travel to Europe in the near future but if not we are more than happy to head down to the shore for the summer!

7. Who were your vendors on your wedding day?
Romi was our amazing Key West wedding photographer. The Dan Harvey Band played at our wedding they were awesome!
Aisle Style did our hair and makeup, they were great!

Key West wedding photographer : Weddings By Romi
Key West wedding venue: Southernmost Beach Resort
Key West wedding ceremony location: St. Mary's Church 
Wedding Dress: Kleinfield Bridal
Dj/Live Band: Dan Harvey Band
Hair/Make up: Aisle Style 
Tent rentals: Prestige Underway
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Karen and Carter had a beautiful beach wedding at Key West Yacht Club on Stock Island, and besides having the property completely just for themselves, the sunset that day was absolutely stunning. 
We couldn't be happier as the stunning background created the perfect backdrop for our pictures!
Congratulations Karen and Carter, we loved being part of your special day!

How did you meet, who proposed and how?
Carter and I met 16 years ago, in 2004, through a mutual friend. We were friends until 2014 when our friendship blossomed into romance. We didn't have a grand proposal but mutually decided that marriage was the right choice for us. 

Why wedding at Key West Yacht Club, what did you liked the most about the venue?
We loved Key West Yacht Club right away. The harbor is gorgeous and gives the right amount of beach feel while still keeping it elegant for a wedding. It is actually the only wedding venue that we looked at in person. The top feature for me was the privacy. 

What was your inspiration for your wedding?
Bohemian Chic

Describe some of your favorite moments at the wedding?
It's difficult to pick one moment because I loved all of it. Walking down the aisle with my parents and seeing Carter smiling at me is probably my favorite visual memory.

What would be an advice to other brides from you?
Be present in the moment and enjoy all of it! From the first moment of planning to the very last farewell. 

What made you choose Wedding By Romi as your photographer?
Her stellar portfolio and attention to detail. She tries to bring out what's beautiful and unique to each couple.

What are your future plans? Honeymoon? If you had a honeymoon, tell me what you loved the most?
We haven't decided where or when to take our honeymoon yet, but hopefully we will be able to take one in the next couple years.
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Wedding Venue: Key West Harbour
Wedding Planner : Say Yes Key West 
Wedding Cake: Cakes by Karol
Wedding Photography : Weddings By Romi ( 2 photographers)
DJ: Aaron Moore 
Wedding Videography: Marky Pierson 
Transportation: Old Town Trolley Tours
Rentals: Prestige Party Rentals
​Flowers: Karo Events and Floral

Loryn and Danny got married at beautiful Casa Marina Resort with closest family and friends, fun fact...and it was also Loryn's B-day so they had more reasons to celebrate until late night hours. We were happy to be a part of such fun day and meeting both of your families. 

How did you meet, who proposed and how?
We first met in college sophomore year and started dating shortly after so I guess you could call us college sweethearts!  We had been together for almost 10 years before Danny proposed!  He proposed on his birthday and I should have known something was up because he made his own birthday dinner reservation because it was so much unlike Danny. After dinner, it was such a nice night out that I wanted to walk home from the restaurant not knowing that apparently, he had the engagement ring in his shoe!  He kept trying to order an uber to the point where I was actually frustrated, he didn’t want to walk with me!  I finally agreed to an uber and when we got home our door was open which was odd and as I open the door – the entire apartment is decorated with roses and pictures of us and there is a sign asking if I will marry him.  When I turned around he was down on one knee proposing.  It was such a great surprise that I couldn’t believe I didn’t see coming!! His mom and sister were hiding in our bedroom and had decorated the apartment while we were gone.  After I said yes, our dog came running out the bedroom in a wedding dress costume for dogs.  It was perfect! 

Why wedding at Casa Marina? ​
We had actually never stayed at the Casa Marina, but had been to Key West a few times and I remember walking past the venue thinking how beautiful and grand it looked.  I knew after our first trip to Key West that I wanted to get married there and walking past the Casa Marina pretty much sold the deal. 

What was your inspiration for the wedding?
I wanted to keep our wedding more on the simple side and didn’t want anything too extravagant.  We are both pretty laid-back people so I went with mostly neutral colors including whites, greens, champagne, etc.  Everything turned out so beautiful especially with the ocean and Casa Marina as our backdrop!

Describe some of your favorite moments at the wedding.
ALL OF IT.  From the moment I got up until the moment I went to sleep – the entire day was so special.  There is really no better feeling in the world then having all your loved ones with you to celebrate your special day.  From getting ready with my bridesmaids to our first look to the actual ceremony to our first dance to taking the conch train to Duval Street after the reception – it was all great!  Also, fun fact – we got married on my birthday so during the reception, my MOH brought a cake out and everyone sang happy birthday!  I enjoyed every minute of it and people aren’t lying when they say the day fly’s’ by so enjoy every moment of it.  It was the most magical and best day of my life!  

What would be an advice to other brides from you.
Don’t overthink and stress yourself out!  Trust the vendors you hired to do their job and trust that everything will work itself out.  Of course, not everything is going to go according to plan but that’s okay.  Don’t forget what the day is really about which is marrying your best friend and be sure to make an effort to mingle with all of your guests – thanking them for coming!  

 
What are your future plans? Honeymoon?
Because we were in Key West for a little over a week, we decided to wait on our honeymoon and instead are going to take a trip on our anniversary.  We are thinking New Zealand but right now we are just enjoying being married and what’s to come next!   

· Wedding Venue : Casa Marina
· Floral & Decor – Milan Event
·Beauty – Studio Marie Pierre 
·Lighting/Power – PSAV
·Wedding Photographer – Weddings By Romi 
·Videographer – Mark J Pierson Wedding Films
·Ceremony & Reception Music – Cutting Edge Entertainment – DJ Gunz
·Officiate – Paul Biagini (FOG)
·Wedding Cake & Desserts – Cakes by Karol 
·Transportation – HTA/Conch Train

Ivey and Sam got married on very overcast day in Key West, Smathers Beach. Despite the weather their love just shined through and left everyone feeling full of beautiful emotions. 
Congratulations, and thank you for letting us to be a part of your special celebration. 

Ceremony site: Smathers Beach 
Wedding Photography: Weddings By Romi
​Wedding Planner : Say Yes in Key West
Make Up/Hair: Bella Luxe 
Reception: Sunset Key/Latitudes
Wedding dress: Coastal Knot Bridal 
Wedding Shoes: David's Bridal
Wedding Ring: Lautares, Greenville, NC 
Groom's suit : Express
Groom's wedding Band: Kay Jewelers

Kayla and Robert had beautiful wedding celebration at Casa Marina Resort and got married at the beach with close family and friends.
​I asked Kayla couple of question about their wedding day. 

1. How did you meet, who proposed and how?
Bobby and I meant at Coe College in Cedar Rapids but we actually didn't date until years later. We were crazy about each other in College but timing didn't work out until I moved to Des Moines and we finally reconnected. We always kept in touch with each other over the years. We both knew there was something there because we would always find our way back to each other. Bobby proposed to me in Toronto, Canada. He planned a surprise trip for my 30th Birthday. I didn't even know where we were going until we got to the airport which was so fun for me because he knows I love surprises. He planned several things for us to do while we were there and one was going to Niagara Falls. He proposed on the gondola over looking the falls. We both cried of course and finished the day going down and riding the boat under the falls. Thank god he didn't do it there because we got soaked!!  

2.  Why wedding at Casa Marina? ​
When we got engaged we both knew we wanted to do a destination wedding. When I was doing some research I came across the resort at Casa Marina through Instagram and fell in love with the beauty of it. Bobby and I had never been to Key West so we thought why not! We love to travel and explore new places so it was perfect for us. 

3. What was your inspiration for the wedding? 
Our inspiration for the wedding was very simple yet elegant. I wanted the beauty of the ocean and nature to be most of the decorations. I used my bridesmaids flowers for the center pieces on the tables at the reception as well as the flowers from the beach ceremony. We wanted the day to be just about us and the love we have for each other not the amount of decorations. We decided the simpler the better. 

4. Describe some of your favorite moments at the wedding.
We both were so happy we wrote our own vows. That was by far the best part for both of us at the wedding. We were both so nervous to say them in front of everyone but it turned out to be the best part. Our guests felt the love in our vows and we felt it as well. After the wedding our guests all came up and gave us a hug with tears in their eyes, it was very heart felt. The reception was also a favorite of ours because none of us left the dance floor. We all stayed out and danced the night away which is so fun when you have a small wedding party. 

5. What would be an advice to other brides from you.
I would tell other brides to keep it simple. No one remembers what decorations you have at the wedding/reception so don't over do it. Don't worry about the small things like the cake, flowers, guests who couldn't make it, etc. Keep the important things the center of your focus, like the vows if you do your own (which I highly recommend), the first look and sharing that moment together and spending time with your wedding party because they're the closest family/friends there. Remember the whole day is about the love you have between you and your significant other so as long as you both are there and ready to say your "I do's" nothing else matters!

6. What are your future plans? Honeymoon?
We went on our honeymoon from Key West to Jamaica. We loved Jamaica it was so beautiful, very calm and relaxing. Our favorite part was going on a sunset catamaran on our last day. 
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Key West Wedding Photography: Weddings By Romi
Florist: Milan Event
Wedding Videography: WonderDog Studios
Key West Officant: Aaron Wechter
Wedding Coordinator:  Simply You Weddings 
DJ: SoundWave
Wedding Dress: Pure Bridal in Des Moines, designer is Essence of Australia.
Bride's Wedding Ring: Joseph Jewerly 
Groom's Wedding  Ring: Northern Royal
Tux: Men's Warehouse

Wedding season is booming again and we're always happy to photograph at Fort Zachary Taylor again. Not only the venue is beautiful and you get the park to yourself after the sunset, but we love working with all the great Key West wedding vendors. 
I asked Tara couple of questions and her wedding tips:

1. How did you meet, who proposed and how?
When Paul and i met, I was working in a funeral home in Paul’s hometown . His elderly grandfather passed away and used the funeral home where I worked . Paul’s grandfather always said that he needed to find Paul a nice girl, and we think this was his way of doing that!
We are beach people and enjoy taking a couple trips every year . During our vacations we always enjoy taking night walks on the beach. In April, 2018 we were in Melbourne beach walking on the beach at night and Paul surprised me by dropping down to one knee and proposing at the waters edge .

2.  Why wedding at Fort Zachary Taylor?
Prior to becoming engaged we had taken a trip to Key West. We were out snorkeling and when we were on the boat I noticed the point at Fort Zach being set up for a wedding . I knew right then that if we got engaged that’s where I wanted to get married. Once we were engaged and did some more research we absolutely fell in love with the fortress. Between being able to be married on the beach, have the reception in the fortress and be in Key West it was just perfect.

3. What was your inspiration for the wedding? 
We wanted the wedding to be simple but romantic . We loved the beautiful simplicity of being married at the point, and then being able to have the romantic moodiness of the Fortress. We tried not to overthink any of the decor and just let the venue shine!

4. Describe some of your favorite moments at the wedding.
We definitely enjoyed doing The First Look. It was so nice to see each other beforehand without anyone else around. It really took some of the pressure off ! We also had a blast sneaking off to take sunset photos. Between all the hustle and bustle of the wedding day it was great to have some alone time to really soak it all in !

5. What would be an advice to other brides from you.
When in doubt keep it simple, and try not to stress too much . It will be the best day ever. 

6. What are your future plans? Honeymoon?
After a week in Key West we went to Negril, Jamaica for a week. It was absolutely amazing! The resort
(Couples, Negril) was the best resort we have ever stayed at and all the people and staff were so nice .
The ocean water is always the perfect temperature and we absolutely loved being able to snorkel
right off the beach .

​Congratulations Tara and Paul!! We loved being part of your wedding and meeting your families! 

Coordinator- Kirsten Corpion
Flowers- Duarte Floral Design
Photographer- Weddings By Romi - Romi Burianova
Caterer- Great Events
Hair and makeup- Key West Wedding hair and makeup
Officiant- Rev. Steve Torrence
Dj- DJ Buggy
I would recommend every single one of our vendors . Everyone was absolutely amazing! Kirsten thought of everything and was so on top of it . Duarte made the most beautiful bouquets and centerpieces that totally exceeded expectation. Romi made us feel so at ease and comfortable, even though we typically don’t like our picture being taken. Our food was awesome and we got tons of compliments. Everyone’s hair and makeup was perfect. The officiant was so helpful, kind and personable, and the DJ did an awesome job getting and keeping the party going .

Tropical, lively, energetic, loving was this wedding at Casa Marina Resort with Brady and Garrett. 
Check our last wedding of the season out!!
From getting ready to monitoring the weather, to a small sunny window for a beautiful beach ceremony, lively reception, sparkles, glow sticks, singing with the band, lots and lots of laughs with family and friends, and dancing until the end. 
Congratulations Brady and Garrett, we were happy your wedding day was just perfect and we could have been part of it!
​Cheers to a very successful wedding season! Love you all. 

1. How did you meet, who proposed and how? 

We met in New York City. Garrett had just moved from Santa Monica and Brady from Raleigh, NC. We met at a great little bar called V Bar in the East Village. We only lived a few blocks from each other and were inseparable from that night on. We stayed in NYC for 6 years then moved to Raleigh, NC where Brady is from. Garrett proposed to Brady with his great grandmothers ring in the mountains of North Carolina by a beautiful stream. It was perfect, and even after 8.5 years of dating, Brady was still surprised!

2.  Why did you choose Casa Marina for your wedding venue? How did the rain affected your wedding? 

We love Key West and the beach and have always wanted a destination wedding. We think Key West is such a fun and happy place and wanted our guests to enjoy the great food and bars and beautiful, tropical sites. Casa Marina is such a gorgeous hotel and a great setting for a wedding. We wanted to get married on the beach but have our reception inside (in the AC!) so it was the perfect venue for us. We loved that the cocktail hour and ballroom still had a great view of palm trees and the beach and ocean.
The rain wasn't ideal but it didn't stop us from getting married on the beach! There was a moment when we thought we would have to move the ceremony inside, but thankfully the rain let up and we made the decision to head to the beach. The rain ended up making the water super calm and cooled off the sand so we could be barefoot, and the sun came out just as Brady was walking down the aisle. It was perfect.

3. What was your inspiration for the wedding? 

Tropical and beachy but still elegant and classy. The colors were green, ivory, white. We wanted to keep is simple with the tropical greenery and white/ivory accents. 

4. Describe some of your favorite moments at the wedding.

The beach ceremony was one of our favorite moments. With the rain making us think we would have to move the ceremony inside, it made it that more special to be out on the beach as the sun started to come out. Brady loved walking down the aisle with her dad and seeing Garrett standing in the sand, right on the edge of the water. While we were standing up there, we turned around to see everyone in the crowd. It was such an amazing feeling to see everyone we love in one place all looking at us. It's a moment we will never forget.
The first dances, Brady's dad's speech and the dance party are other favorite memories. At one point we looked around the room and every single person was on the dance floor. Garrett and Brady love a good band and dance party so it was really special, especially when all the fun glow sticks, hats, necklaces and tambourines came out!

5. What advice would you give to other brides from you?

Don't let yourself get stressed out. It's easy to get overwhelmed with all the planning and all the attention during the wedding  but when your wedding weekend kicks off be sure to relax and take it all in. It goes by so fast, so take deep breaths and look around the room so you can remember every moment. Also, make sure to tell your guests how much you appreciate them!

6. What are your future plans? Honeymoon? If you had honeymoon, tell me what you loved the most.

We left for our honeymoon on Sunday after the wedding. We went to Santorini first then Mykonos in Greece. We spent 4 days in each place and it was magical. We went on beautiful hikes and boat rides and also spent time relaxing by the pool and exploring the cities. It was one of the most gorgeous places we've ever been.

Wedding venue: Casa Marina Resort 
Wedding photography: Weddings By Romi (two photographers/ ceremony) 
Wedding Planner : Just Save The Date ( Kelly)
Wedding Flowers: Milan Event
Reception Chairs: Prestige Rentals
Wedding Make up/hair: Bella Luxe
Wedding Cake: Milk Bar
Band: Private Stock Band
Wedding Dress: Traditions 
Wedding Shoes: Zara
Tuxedo: Bonobos
Loafers: Wolf & Shepard
Wedding Rings: Reliable Loans