Morgan & Will

When you think of a beach wedding, on an island, what do you think of?
We think of palm trees…
Lush, tropical greenery…
Brilliant sunset…
And most of all, romance!

Morgan & Will checked every single one of those boxes with their October event.
Jet Set Wed was the creative mind behind their event design,
and vendors like Kaleidoscope Floral, Sweetified, and Script Me Pretty helped set the stage
for their ultimate dream wedding at South Seas, Captiva Island.

The best part? MSP was there to capture all the beauty!

Can we just pause for a second to appreciate the stunning hair design Morgan had done by Duality Artistry?

We don’t see such lush locks on a groom often, and we have to say: we’re here for it!
Will couldn’t wait to see his sweetheart, Morgan!

South Seas Island Resort offers the most stunning ceremony (and reception!) views
on Captiva Island. Jet Set Wed took our breath away with the natural elements of the ceremony design -
perfectly complimenting the scenic views!
Kaleidoscope Floral? Killed it!

South Seas Island Resort has so many gorgeous photo locations to choose from,
like this covered pathway by Kings Crown!

Never a disappointing sunset at South Seas!

With the ceremony behind them, it was time for Morgan & Will to enjoy their luxury-meets-organic
outdoor reception. With cake and cocktails under the tent to follow, we were absolutely in love
with every angle and thoughtful detail of the setting!

HUGE congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Rice!

Planning & Design: Jet Set Wed
Venue: South Seas Island Resort, Captiva
Beauty: Duality Artistry
Cake: Sweetified
Floral: Kaleidoscope Floral
Videography: Curtis Kennedy Films
Entertainment: DJ Jacob
Lighting: Luna.CE
Invitations & Calligraphy: Script Me Pretty

Kelly & Daniel

What do you get when you have BRIGHT blue eyes, elegant style, South Seas Island Resort, Kelly McWilliams Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties, Matt Steeves Photography, and a bride and groom straight out of a fairy tale?
…Kelly & Daniel’s big day on the island of Captiva!

Enjoy a journey through their wedding day… it was oh-so-perfect!

Floral Symphony did such a beautiful job with Kelly’s bouquet - the soft, feminine color palette balanced the looser, more organic feel of the arrangement to feel both boho and classic!

South Seas Island Resort has so many great locations for wedding celebrations - you can see a bunch of them on our blogs!
And as you can see here, it shines extra bright with design by Kelly McWilliams!

Tell me this isn’t the stuff dreams are made of!

Congratulations to Kelly & Daniel!

Planner & Designer: Kelly McWilliams Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties
Venue: South Seas Island Resort, Captiva Island
Beauty Team: The Spa at ‘Tween Waters
Floral & Decor: Floral Symphony
Officiant: Dr. Dan Lamey
Entertainment: Thank You For the Dance
Chair Covers: Nuage Designs
Linens: Over The Top Linens
Stationary: Dana Marino Designs

The Bridal Bouquet: Alternatives & Ideas

Last month, we covered 4 of the main styles for bridal bouquets -
we hope you had half as much fun reviewing them as we did gathering photos of them!

This month, we’ll look at some fun alternatives to those discussed earlier, and provide some inspiration for your big day!

Roll over an image to see the creative minds behind the design ❤️

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-Hand-Tied-

To understand a hand-tied bouquet, think “next-level natural”!
Designed without wire to support precise placement, this structure is meant to resemble that fresh, hand-picked look you’d get if you had just walked out of a meadow… you know, in your beautiful bridal gown and perfect hair and make-up!
The natural gathering of the floral and greenery is finished off with ribbon, fabric, or other soft material - making this type of bouquet perfect for that bohemian, organic feel!

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Isn’t She Lovely & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Isn’t She Lovely & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Isn’t She Lovely & Stacy Catena Events

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Isn’t She Lovely & Stacy Catena Events

Featured Floral Artists: Isn’t She Lovely, Signature Floral
Event Designers: Kelly McWilliams’ Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties, Stacy Catena Events
Pictured Venues: South Seas Island Resort on Captiva, White Orchid at Oasis

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-Hidden Gems-

More of an idea for inspiration than a “style”, we absolutely love to see little nuggets of fun hidden inside bridal bouquets!
Gems, pearls, pretty much ANYTHING pretty can be artfully added in to the design of your floral, and that includes mementos of people you love, times you’ve spent, or goals you want to achieve. One of the bouquets below featured a hidden compass, meant to signify the couple’s promise that they’ll never stop exploring the world and having adventures together… ::swoon!::
This is an amazing way to personalize your bouquet, so get creative!

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Floral Artistry of Sanibel

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Floral Artistry of Sanibel

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Floral Artistry of Sanibel

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Grace Lakes Florist

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Grace Lakes Florist

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Signature Floral

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Signature Floral

Featured Floral Artists: Floral Artistry of Sanibel, Grace Lakes Florist, Signature Floral
Pictured Venues: South Seas Island Resort on Captiva, Casa Ybel, The Club at the Strand

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-Alternative Ideas-

We love things that are different!
The bouquets here were chosen to be included because there’s something about them
that’s just a little unique, special, and oh-so-to-die-for!

Whether it’s floral choice, shape, or another way to think outside the bouquet-box, we dig it!

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Isn’t She Lovely & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

The bouquet above features a crescent shape, which is rounded and meant to be held
more with an arm than with a hand. It adds so much drama and impact!
Below, this elegant-tropical design features more than one big, beautiful, statement flower!
There are roses, orchids, and white lilies - all of which can carry a design on their own,
but that work together here to create something super gorgeous and special!

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Floral Symphony & Fabulously Chic Weddings

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Floral Symphony & Fabulously Chic Weddings

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Floral Symphony & Fabulously Chic Weddings

The bouquet below features a piece of floral we rarely see included in bridal bouquets - the King Protea! It’s the national flower of South Africa, and with its big head and unique look, it is SUCH a showstopper!

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Kaleidoscope Floral & Jet Set Wed

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Kaleidoscope Floral & Jet Set Wed

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Kaleidoscope Floral & Jet Set Wed

Featured Floral Artists: Floral Symphony, Isn’t She Lovely, Kaleidoscope Floral
Event Designers: Kelly McWilliams’ Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties, Jet Set Wed
Pictured Venues: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center

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-Inspiration: The Invitation Suite-

There are so many different aspects to your wedding day, and we think it’s super fun to see any kind of coordination that can tie pieces of the event together. Here, we’ve featured some of our favorite invitation suites/bridal bouquets that were thoughtfully designed to work together. Whether it’s an exact match or just the overall “feel” and aesthetic that compliment each other, it’s a great way to follow through on the expectation you’ve set for your guests with that gorgeous invitation!

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Jet Set Wed & Kaleidoscope Floral

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Jet Set Wed & Kaleidoscope Floral

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Tom Trovato & CocoLuna Events

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Tom Trovato & CocoLuna Events

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Floral Symphony

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Floral Symphony

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

Featured Floral Artists: Floral Symphony, Kaleidoscope Floral, Signature Floral, Tom Trovato
Event Designers: CocoLuna Events, Kelly McWilliams’ Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties, Jet Set Wed
Pictured Venues: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, Miromar Lakes, South Seas Island Resort

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-Inspiration: The Ceremony Site-

Another way to coordinate different aspects of your big day -
pulling that bouquet you’ll hold down the aisle into the overall design of the ceremony!
With the same style of floral and matching details like color, a complimenting bouquet will add a touch of warmth and emotion to your journey down the aisle… you’ve ARRIVED!

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

Featured Floral Artists: Floral Symphony, Signature Floral
Event Designers: Kelly McWilliams’ Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties
Pictured Venues: South Seas Island Resort, Sanibel Harbour Marriott

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Well, we must say that the last two months of compiling, reviewing, and writing these floral blogs has been so enjoyable!
We are so proud to work with such talented floral artists and event designers -
they give us so much beauty to photograph.
Even more inspiring to us? The romance of the bride and groom,
the adoration of their friends and families, and every moment of their big celebration!
We’ll be back next month with a new blog… see you then!

The Bridal Bouquet: Styles & Options

We L.O.V.E. floral bouquets!

The bridal bouquet serves so many different purposes.
It’s a source of beauty and inspiration… It can compliment the bride’s gown design and bring out the qualities she loves most…
It can emphasize the rest of the wedding design & decor, offering one more way to reinforce the atmosphere the couple wanted for their big day. And, when dried and preserved, it can be a fun momento of the best. day. ever!

This month, we thought it might be fun to review a collection of the bridal bouquets we’ve seen at MSP.
Then we realized, that would be pretty impossible… no two have ever been alike, and they are all so amazing!
So instead, we decided to create a quick “guide” to the floral bouquet, as seen from a photog’s perspective (florist friends out there, no judging!). Maybe it will even help you describe to your floral artist what you envision for your own wedding!

This blog is a compilation of work from designers across the country - roll over each image for appropriate credits ❤️

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-Natural-

According to Martha Stewart Weddings, the “natural” arrangement is the most popular choice for weddings. It has an easy, effortlessly elegant look that fits all kinds of styles - based on the chosen flower types and the positioning, it can skew anywhere from bohemian to classic! The natural shape (see what we did there?) is organic, and looks amazing from every angle.

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Isn’t She Lovely & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Botanicals on the Gulf

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Botanicals on the Gulf

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Floral Symphony & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

Featured Floral Artists: Botanicals on the Gulf, Floral Symphony, Isn’t She Lovely
Event Designers: Kelly McWilliams Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties
Pictured Venues: South Seas Island Resort on Captiva

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-Round-

On the other end of the shape-spectrum is the “round” bouquet style. This arrangement is crafted to look like a big ball of blooms, and offers a structured, formal aesthetic. MSW suggests sticking with one main type of flower for this style to help it look its best. Lots of variety can still be had here, as you can emphasize a palette with a monochrome color,
or select a variety of colors to help create the perfect bouquet!

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Creative Touch Events and C&D Events

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Marco Island Florist

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Creative Touch Events and C&D Events

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Marco Island Florist

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Petal Pushers

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Creative Touch Events and C&D Events

Featured Floral Artists: Creative Touch Events, Marco Island Florist, Petal Pushers
Event Designers: C&D Events
Pictured Venues: The Umstead, JW Marco Marriott

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-Posy-

Just as classic as the “round” style, the “posy” design features mostly flowers (versus greenery)
and is sized to fit perfectly in your hands. While still round-ish, “posy” bouquets are less structured than their “round” cousins,
and are usually wrapped with ribbon. Just TRY not to think of a lush garden when seeing these beauties below!

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Tom Trovato & CocoLuna Events

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Tom Trovato & CocoLuna Events

Featured Floral Artists: Tom Trovato
Event Designers: CocoLuna Events
Pictured Venues: JW Marco Marriott, Sundial Beach Resort

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-Teardrop & Cascade-

“Teardrop” style bouquets are shaped… well, like teardrops! Round at the top and pointed at the bottom,
”teardrop” bouquets can range from structured to more organic and loose.
”Cascade” style is like “teardrop”, but on an energy drink 💥
Typically more loosely styled and lush, the cascade bouquet sweeps down with floral and greenery to all kinds of different lengths. Think of it as a dramatic waterfall of flowers and greenery - it’s sure to make a statement!

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Planned Perfection

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Signature Floral

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Planned Perfection

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The Flower Path & Kelly McWilliams CW&P

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Signature Floral

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Signature Floral

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Featured Floral Artists: The Flower Path, Planned Perfection, Signature Floral
Event Designers: Kelly McWilliams Celebrations, Weddings, & Parties
Pictured Venues: The Club at the Strand, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, South Seas Island Resort

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💐 Soooo much pretty on one page! 💐 

Our endless gratitude to all of the couples who chose us to capture such lovely days,
and to all of the creative teams behind the beauty!

Next month, we’ll be covering even more styles, options, and alternatives - with some fun takes on the traditional bridal bouquet!