Alsu’s day began with hair and makeup by Jackie the 911 Stylist at her hotel, Loews Sapphire Falls. Alsu and her three bridesmaids then moved to Bella Collina to get dressed, where Steve was already waiting. Alsu wore a gorgeous white gown with lace details and a veil that trailed behind her every step. Steve wore a blue suit with a purple tie that matched the color scheme of Alsu’s bridesmaids.
Alsu and Steve then met up for their First Look photo shoot. The moment Steve saw Alsu he pulled her in for a kiss, a moment that truly exemplified the love they shared for one another. They then went on an adventure with the photographer, capturing photos everywhere they could find: the steps, the hillside, underneath the bridge, everywhere!
Our bride and groom then met up with their wedding party and captured some fun group shots. The ladies looked gorgeous in their purple and blue gowns, with the gentlemen in snazzy black suits and matching purple ties. We loved how the bride and groom mixed up color combinations for the whole wedding party to create a varied but cohesive color scheme.
As guests began to arrive, they were greeted by a beautiful purple and white setup on the lawn. Each male guest was given a traditional kippah to wear, and the ceremony was held underneath a beautiful purple and white chuppah. The wedding followed Jewish traditions, ending with the finality of Steve’s breaking the glass.
As guests made their way to the cocktail hour, the reception area was set for their arrival. We loved the table centerpieces that Alsu and Steve chose: whimsical tree-looking structures with beads and ornaments hanging from them, with a floral arrangement in the center. The fantastic catering was provided by Bella Collina.
Before the guests arrived for the reception, Alsu and Steve shared a few more private moments with the photographer, capturing nighttime photos outside and down in the wine cellar.
The reception was full of tradition and fun. Alsu and Steve made their grand entrance upon announcement, then shared in the blessing of the challah. After sharing their first dance together, they were both lifted up in chairs by the guests. The rest of the night flew by: Alsu and Steve each shared dances with their mothers captured a few final moments together, and ended the night with a sparkler exit.
Congratulations to Alsu and Steve, and thank you for choosing us to be a part of your day! Thanks as always to the fantastic vendors that make it all possible:
Hotel: Loews Sapphire Falls
Venue & Catering: Bella Collina
Officiant: Rabbi David Degani and Cantor Lee Degani
Cake: I Heart Cakes by Yari
Hair and Makeup: Jackie the 911 Stylist
Florist and Linens: Atmospheres
Photographer & Videographer: Cricket’s Photo and Cinema
DJ, Entertainment, and Up-Lighting: DJ Legacy Entertainment
Kids’ Entertainment: Mad Science of NE Central Florida
Draping: Swag Decor
Transportation: VIP Transportation