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Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding


June 8, 2018

Mary Worcester

Taryn and Zach came all the way from Germany, where Zach is stationed, to get married in paradise. From proteas to their beloved puppy, their wedding day was the iconic destination wedding. Every detail oozed class, with a distinctive tropical elegance. It was captured beautifully with digital images and film scans by the oh-so-talented Iris Moore Photography.
Each carefully curated detail makes this magical day feel as if it is straight out the pages of a romance novel. Take a few minutes to daydream with us at the historic Fort Zachary Taylor in Key West with a stroll down Taryn and Zach’s memory lane. We won’t tell!
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding

GETTING READY

Taryn and her bridesmaids got ready at a classic old Key West cottage with a dreamy front porch and white picket fence. The bride spent a lot of time making things special for every last part of her wedding day, and the morning of was no different.
Custom hangers for the dresses and matching floral robes made for beautiful pictures, and each accessory for her day was a perfect fit – from her stunning solitaire ring to her lace-wrapped clutch, lace and rhinestone garters, and Badgley Mischka heels. Her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel got ready with the girls, and what can we say besides adorable?
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding

CEREMONY

Guests were welcomed by a large gold-framed welcome sign with the couple’s names and wedding date as well as sheet music cones filled with leaf ‘confetti’ for guests to toss as the newlyweds walk down the aisle after saying their I Do’s. The wedding arbor was accented with fabric and soft florals and stood in front of the water.
Taryn and Zach were married at The Point, located on the west side of Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, where the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico meet. Located at the entry of the Key West shipping channel, The Point is always an active site with boats sailing by, fishing boats coming and going, and an occasional cruise ship passing. The breathtaking views made for a wonderful backdrop to the couple’s nuptials.
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding

RECEPTION

Taryn worked closely with Fort Zachary Taylor’s event director Kirsten who helped her to make every last detail perfect. Kristen and her team handled vendors, set up, and all of the day-of details, resulting in a spectacular affair that the bride and groom were able to enjoy without any worries. The reception was held in the Fortress, and was nothing short of magical.The fort was built in the mid 1800’s to defend the southern coastline of the United States, and is used today as a state park. Cannons line the long, narrow reception area made entirely of brick and open to the outside through wide archways. String lights lit up the night both above the reception tables and outside, above the cozy seating area for guests to retreat to throughout the evening. Airy linen table runners, gold lanterns and candlesticks, lush greenery, and heartfelt thank you notes adorned the long tables. Don’t mind us daydreaming the afternoon away!

Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Stunningly Elegant Key West Real Wedding
Photographer: Iris Moore Photography
Event Venue: Fort Zachary Taylor State Park
Reception Venue: Fort Zachary Taylor
Floral Designer: Duarte Floral Design
Invitation Designer: Minted
Officiant: Rev. Steve Torrence
DJ: SoundWave Productions
Equipment Rentals: Eventfully Yours Rentals
Dress Designer: Ti Adora by Alvina Valenta
Dress Store: Wolsfelt’s Bridal
Shoes: Badgley Mischka
Bridesmaid Dresses: Jenny Yoo
Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Generation Tux
Hair Stylist: Bella Luxe Hair & Makeup
Transportation: Old Town Trolley Tours
Cake Designer: Key West Cakes
Caterer: Catered Affairs of Key West

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Mary has been with My Wedding Reception Ideas since 2011, and has enjoyed helping many brides find wedding inspiration throughout her time with the company. As a product photographer and lover of all things wedding, sharing the beauty of real weddings and tips and ideas with soon-to-be brides is a true joy. author signature
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