Simply You Weddings

Mike & Jen were married at Ocean Key Resort on May 21st on the Sunset Pier.  Studio Marie Pierre and her team were on site for hair & makeup….Jen was stunning!  John Hunter Photography and his team were on site to ensure every moment was captured.  The couple were married at the end of the pier by Rev. Randy Becker and the reception followed under a beautiful white tent.  The bride wanted something fun and colorful, so we used a mango lamour table cloth covered with a sheer Parisian Stripe overlay provided by Linens in Paradise.  The additional elements of decor were accented with lantern lighting and beautiful tropical floral accents provided by Mama Flowers.

I had a blast with this couple and their family from planning all the way up to the event!  We began the wedding weekend with a bar crawl hosted by the Southernmost Scavenger Hunt, followed by a sunset sail on the Fury Catamaran catered by Wine by the Water, and for the main event the couple chose a beautiful sunset wedding on the Sunset Pier at the Ocean Key Resort & Spa.  From reggae, to the Village People to the Caribbean Queen Junkanoos this group could party.  I have to say this was one of the largest bridal parties Simply You has ever seen….a conch shell blower, bell ringers, (6) attendants, bubble blowers, flower girls and a ring bearer….wow did we have fun!  Adrianna & Ian asked their Uncle Wes to marry them in a beautiful ceremony with their guests looking on.  The bride was stunning….Studio Marie Pierre did an amazing job.  The decor was designed by Mama Flowers with green and yellow accents.  The bride wanted a simple/clean look.  The pier was adorned with a clear top tent which made for such an incredible ambience in the evening.  John Hunter Photography and Soundwave Productions were their to capture every moment of this fantastic evening.  And for a sweet treat at the end of the evening Cakes by Karol provided some amazing desserts.

I wish you all the love in the world.  Can’t wait for your December visit!  Nemo and Molly will be waiting to meet Cabrinha.

Adam & Valerie got married at the Marriott Beachside Resort on April 16th with their toes in the sand. The evening was perfect. John Hunter Photography was their to capture each moment of the day. The ceremony was followed by a cocktail reception near the Cabanas; poolside followed by dinner and dancing in the elegant indoor ballroom. The bride wanted everything designed with black and turquoise. We chose a beautiful Floral Silhouette from BBJ Linen with accents of turquoise in the napkin & chair ties. The floral was designed in all white by Mama Flowers creating a classic tone. The bride ordered customized champagne flutes that were waiting at the entrance of the reception for each guest filled with champagne and adorned with their placecard. Her cake was beautifully designed by Cakes by Karol. The group had an awesome weekend. They decided on a very casual rehearsal dinner at the Conch Republic Seafood Company and finished the weekend with a poolside brunch at the Beachside.

I met Kristina, Israel and their beautiful son Colin about a year ago at the Westin Key West Resort. They both wanted something beautiful and simple on the water for sunset. They got married on the south pier followed by a reception under a tent overlooking the blue waters in Key West. Kristina wanted something a little more garden style while using a color palette of white, light blue and brown. We utilized the brown floral silhouette with accents of light blue lamour on the dinner tables enhanced by the white flowers designed by Milan Events. John Hunter Photography was there to capture the special moments and the story of their evening. Congrats to all of you! I had a blast working with you and wish you many happy years to come.

A couple weeks ago Simply You, Key West Party Rentals, Cakes by Karol, Mama Flowers, John Hunter Photography & Linens in Paradise joined forces to help the Westin Key West Resort stage their sunset deck for various event setups.  A beautiful location for a wedding or corporate event.  The space has a great view of the Gulf of Mexico and famous Key West sunset.  It is available for a complete buyout or for small parties.  Check out some of the looks we put together for various options that work amazingly at the Sunset Deck.

Jeremy and Lucy were married on the beach at The Hyatt Key West Resort on a beautiful April evening.  It could not have been a more perfect day. Our typical perfect April wedding weather.  After the ceremony, the wedding guests retreated to the Marquesa Room overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.  The room was accented with elegant smoky purples & adorned with beautiful lanterns in the vaulted ceiling.  The bride & groom decided to hit the town for some candid Key West Photos.  The talented team of John Hunter Photography was their to capture each moment.  They also were able to capture some unique photos on the Hyatt property.  After returning, their best man Mike, knew he had to give a toast to the happy couple.  Little did we know, he had arranged with the kitchen to make toast!! He presented the bride and groom with a freshly toasted piece of bread and they all danced the into the night.  Congratulation Jeremy an Lucy it was such a pleasure being a part of your special day.

Rebekah & Steve got married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church followed by a beautiful sunset reception at the Westin Key West Resort on March 13th.  They had the perfect day.  The bride was stunning!  I absolutely loved her dress…besides the elegance; it had pockets!  The bridesmaids all wore a raspberry colored dress, the accent color throughout the wedding.  Following the ceremony Rebekah and Steve drove themselves around for photos with John Hunter Photography Key West “style” in their own antique electric car.  The Westin staff let them drive the car all the way to their tent!  Fabulous!  The bride & groom had the most perfect sunset.  They danced the night away with Kevin Wright  - “Spyder” the DJ!  Congrats to Rebekah & Steve…I had so much fun helping you plan your amazing event.

Jennifer & Scott are Key West local’s and got married on March 10th at the West Martello Garden Club.  The ceremony took place on the top of the hill at the Gazebo overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean.  The girls wore a unique color of teal and were accented by Love in Bloom’s design of blue’s, yellows, oranges, purples & whites. Sangria & cocktails followed by the almond tree with food provided by Wine by the Water.  The dinner took place in the courtyard adorned with accents of teal, silver and romantic candle light.  The Garden has so many unique little areas for each facet of an event.  Each moment was captured by the talented John Hunter Photography.  An amazingly easy couple to photograph; BEAUTIFUL!  Studio Marie Pierre did a fantastic job enhancing the beauty of these three sisters; WOW!  Jenn & Scott thank you for the opportunity to be a part of your special day.

Congratulations to Jeff & Rochelle!  They were married on Sunday, December 13th at Fort Zachary Taylor beach and celebrated their marriage at the Ocean Key Resort & Spa.  The bride & groom choreographed an amazing first dance that was so much fun to watch.  The linen and decor were done with accents of apple green and espresso brown….and don’t forget the bows; a favorite of the bride!  Thank you to the staff at Ocean Key for another spectacular event with amazing food & service as well as John Hunter Photography, Milan Events Floral (the amaryllis were life like), BBJ Linen, Key West Cakes, Soundwave Productions, Lorri Bolander of a Key West Makeup Lounge and Key West Party Rentals.  Congratulations Rochelle & Jeff!

Erica & Todd got married at the historic Casa Marina in the Grand Ballroom.  They wanted a laid back Key West destination wedding with a touch of simple elegance.  The bride wore a beautiful wedding dress that transformed in to the perfect party dress for the reception. The flowers, cake, decor and music were perfect.  A huge thank you to Key West Cakes, Casa Marina, BBJ Linen, Mama Flowers, the Irie Band and John Hunter Photography for another successful event.