Framed by swaying palms and tranquil waters in St. Petersburg, Carly and Matt brought their dream waterfront wedding to life at Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club. Blending a crisp palette of clean white, tailored slate grey, and gentle blush pink, the couple paired an open-air private beach ceremony with a light-filled ballroom reception enhanced by Gabro Event Services’ signature seating and event styling.
Waterfront Gazebo Vows Along the St. Petersburg Shoreline
Carly and Matt exchanged their vows on the private beach lawn at Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club, surrounded by panoramic views of Boca Ciega Bay. Guests were seated facing a charming waterfront gazebo and birchwood arbor dressed in flowing white ceremony draping that swayed gently in the coastal breeze.
The natural coastal setting was enhanced with understated white floral arrangements and lush greenery garlands. With white padded ceremony seating creating clean sightlines down the aisle, the couple shared their first kiss as husband and wife as sailboats drifted along the horizon.
Sunlit Ballroom Reception with Clear Chiavari Seating
Following cocktail hour on the outdoor terrace, guests stepped into Isla Del Sol’s expansive waterfront dining room. The room features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the marina, which filled the dinner space with warm, natural Florida light throughout the golden hour.
Gabro Event Services provided crystal clear seating that reflected the ambient daylight and kept the reception feeling spacious and contemporary. Crisp grey table linens, tall silver candelabras, and blush centerpieces created a sophisticated dining atmosphere for family and friends.
Intimate Sweetheart Table and High-Energy Dance Celebration
Positioned directly in front of the bay-facing glass, Carly and Matt’s sweetheart table served as an eye-catching focal point. Adorned with cascading white orchids, garden roses, and romantic candlelight, the private table gave the newlyweds a front-row seat to their lively reception.
When dinner concluded, the pristine dance floor came alive with high-energy music from Grant Hemond & Associates. The celebration continued late into the night, capped by warm waterfront toasts and unforgettable moments on the dance floor.
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Wedding Credits
- Ceremony and Reception Venue and Caterer: Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club
- Photographer: Limelight Photography
- Planner: Exquisite Events
- Florist: Wonderland Floral Art
- Rentals (Chairs & Draping): Gabro Event Services
- Rentals (Linens): Over the Top Rental Linens
- Cake: Sweet Divas Chocolates
- DJ & Entertainment: Grant Hemond & Associates
- Bridal Gown: The Dressing Room
- Hair and Makeup: Femme Akoi Beauty Studio
