Bride and groom embracing with the sand and beach in the background with the sun setting

Sandy Wedding At The Carlouel Yacht Club

Natalie & TJ

When you picture a beach wedding, you think of the sparkling blue water and the sunshine beating off the shimmering sand. Perfect weather is a must, and that’s exactly how Natalie and TJ’s wedding day turned out. Elegant Affairs by Design helped plan the day so everything ran smoothly for the couple. Additionally, Dewitt for Love was there to capture all the amazing moments and spectacular views from the special day. Let’s check out this Sandy Wedding at the Carlouel Yacht Club.

The bride and groom dressed in wedding attire with the bride holding her bouquet, standing on the boardwalk close to the beach taking a picture

Getting ready

Natalie and her closest friends and family started the morning with a toast to celebrate! Sharing these special moments before the ceremony are memories she will have forever. While getting ready in their matching PJ’s Natalie had her hair styled in a crown braid that was brought back and styled into a low bun. Her gorgeous wedding gown was strapless with a bow detail in the back. Paired with a long train to elegantly trail behind her. TJ and his groomsmen went in tan suits and brown shoes, which went perfectly with the beach theme.

The bride and grooms wedding invitations styled for their Carlouel Yacht Club WeddingThe bride and her bridesmaids outside sitting a steps and gathered around in their matching PJ's and sharing a toastThe mother of the bride kissing her daughters cheek while she's helping her into her gown before the ceremonyThe bride captured in her wedding gown while holding her bouquet. She's pictured on the stairs with her head looking over her shoulder, while displaying the back of her gownThe groom being helped into his suit jacket by one of his groomsmenThe grooms and his groomsmen in their tan suits standing around sharing laughs and smiling before wedding ceremony

walking The sandy aisle to i do

With the stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico in the background guests walk down the boardwalk and await the ceremony. Shepard’s hooks line the aisle and have an array of colored flowers in jars hanging from each one. Then at the end of the walkway there lies a semi-circle of gorgeous flowers for the couple to stand within. TJ couldn’t hold back tears as he watched his stunning bride walk down the aisle towards him. Her father walked her to the end and hugged each one as he handed off his daughter to her future husband. In the end, the officiant said I now pronounce you husband and wife, TJ kissed his bride as the guests cheered.

The beach wedding ceremony, with white chairs lining the sand and Shepard's hooks holding handing flowers, with the gulf of Mexico in the backgroundThe bride being walked down the sandy aisle by her father while guests stand from their chairs and look at the beautiful brideTJ standing at the end of the aisle shedding tears once he sees his bride start walking down the aisleWith the ocean in the background the bride and groom embrace and share their first kiss as husband and wifeThe bride and groom leaving the ceremony hand in hand as they walk back up the boardwalk

Cocktail hour

Between the ceremony and the reception, a cocktail hour was held for everyone. With tasty appetizers, and yummy drinks served from our White Cosmo Bars. The couple also got to sign their wedding certificate and made it official.

The bride and groom signing their wedding certificate during cocktail hourGuests enjoying drinks from A Chair Affairs White Cosmo Bar during cocktail hourGuests gather for a photo during the outdoor cocktail hour before the receptionThe bride and groom with the entire wedding party captured outdoors with palm trees in the background

Reception details

In the yacht club dining area, round tables are set throughout the room. Draped in white linen, with our White Chiavari Chairs with White Pads placed around them. Centerpieces contain a variety of flowers with colors ranging from yellows to orange to pink. Also having candles in holders to elevate the look of the table. We further supplied the glassware on the table including the Grace Etched Champagne Glass, Grace Etched Red Wine Glass, and the Grace Etched Water Glass.

Wedding Rentals Tampa supplied the White Chiavari Chairs with White padsThe Grace Etched Stemware provided by A Chair Affair. Wedding rentals Tampa

Dancing, Cake and a night of fun

Guests entered the reception and the party began. Starting with the newlyweds dancing under the shimmering lights. The couple also shared that one dance with their parents. A moment they will never forget. The couple chose a beautiful white 3 layer cake with floral detailing on it for the big day. Cutting into it and sharing a piece of cake was a pivotal moment of the night. The amazing band and music kept the guests dancing all night long.

A welcome sign placed at the entrance of the Carlouel Yacht Club dining area to great guest entering the receptionThe bride and groom on the wooden dancefloor sharing a first dance together underneath the shimmering draped lights above the dancefloorThe 3 layer wedding cake with floral detailing the bride and groom chose for the receptionThe guests dancing on the dancefloor under the draped lighting during the reception at the Yacht Club

Congrats to the newlyweds

All in all, the day and night went off without a hitch and was memorable for all. We were honored to be included in your Sandy Wedding at the Carlouel Yacht Club and to provide you with your wedding rental needs in the Clearwater Area. Best of luck to the happy couple!

To conclude, if you’re getting married shortly and need help making your vision come to life. Reach out to our specialists so they can help you choose all your wedding rental needs, and make your dream come true.

The bride walking hand in hand on the boardwalk towards the setting sun

Featured: White Chiavari Chairs | White Pads | Grace Etched Champagne Glass | Grace Etched Red Wine Glass | Grace Etched Water Glass | White Cosmo Bars

Venue: Carlouel Yacht Club | Planner: Elegant Affairs by Design (Samantha) | Photography: Dewitt For Love | Videography: Shannon Kelly Films | Florals: Wonderland Floral Art | Band: Inpulse Entertainment | Hair + Makeup: Adore Bridal Hair and Makeup | Linens: BBJ Latavola | Suits: Sacinos Formalwear  | Rentals: A Chair Affair | Transportation: Star Trolley 

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