The Winter 2009 Northwest Florida, VIE People + Places Magazine made note of one of our Carillon Weddings!

The March 21, 2009 wedding of Ashley & Zane (see our previous blog for a full look at their big day!) was the beautiful wedding that was featured. The article talks about how the famous picture of Christina's (Events by Nouveau Flowers) cascading orchids atop tall vases, captured her heart and drew her in to Carillon Weddings. We're so glad it did!

We are proud to announce that Jennifer & Ken's wedding from May 2009 (remember the amazing father-daughter dancing video?!) has been featured in the Spring/Summer 2010 issue of the Florida Knot!

We all remember this awesome dancing duo and what a wonderful surprise/treat it was to watch Jennifer and Mr. Sowski break it down in every style imaginable!... and to think it all started with Heartland's "I Loved Her First" (the entire song!, so imagine the surprise when we thought they were done?!).

The Fall and Winter 2009/10 Issue of Emerald Coast Brides has a breath-taking feature of Natalie & Kevin's sweet, Southern wedding.

This June 20, 2009 Wedding was not only featured on Vue Photography's blog, but also on Southern Weddings' blog. Everyone seemed to like the wonderfully personal touches that Natalie added to their big day.

I'll never forget taking the newlyweds to the beach with Genya & Wesleyann (Vue Photography)... I ended up hoping Natalie didn't slip down the hill to get the BEST lake picture ever! *great idea, Genya!*

To all you locals, or those who are looking to have your wedding on the Emerald Coast, check out Emerald Coast Brides Magazine to read more!

I just thought I should point out that InStyle Weddings Magazine's WINTER 2009 issue featured another Carillon Weddings event! Although this was the very last issue of InStyle Weddings, they obviously knew to go out with the BEST!

InStyle Weddings chose Kelley & Jon's centerpiece (produced by our fabulous, Christina Springfield of Events by Nouveau Flowers) to feature as the main focus as a "SHOWSTOPPING CENTERPIECE!" We're so proud of our talented vendors who helped create and capture this look.

We couldn't be prouder!!! Our amazing vendors and venues have spoken for themselves! We are grateful to be in the Spring 2010 issue of the National Knot Magazine! Kelley Gerken & Jon Sunkin's light-hearted and nautical wedding was one of only two real weddings featured in The Knot this Spring.

Here is the fine-looking spread that featured this super fun & sweet couple. Yes, the couple who had their wedding party show us their personalized underlings on the beach! Please refer to our initial post from their March 2009 wedding. I laughed out loud when I saw that the picture of their place cards made The Knot... those buggers were impossible to keep standing in those turquoise rocks! It was a really wonderful wedding that certainly deserved to be featured.

Lauren chose to emphasize the beauty of the Meeting House.

Carter calmly loops his tie one last time as a single man.

Lauren and her bridesmaids all leave the "Boogie Board Inn" with the knowledge that the time has finally come!

Lauren chose to have both of her parents walk her down the aisle on her special day.

Paul & Mecheal Johnson (Paul Johnson Photography) captured that amazing moment when Carter first laid his eyes on his beautiful bride.

The peaceful and symbolic sand ceremony was accompanied by Carol Hayes's (Wedding Music Plus) beautiful solo violin music.

As a wonderful surprise to her husband, Lauren had a Scottish bagpiper play as they left the Meeting House. This was a special nod to Carter's Scottish heritage and studies in Scotland.

The couple chose a simple pole tent that had a great focus on the dance floor as well as the beautiful cake (Confections on the Coast).

Although the week leading up to their wedding was full of rain, Mr. & Mrs. Chism were able to enjoy their "just-in-case" umbrella as a decoration only.

Thankfully, with clear skies overhead, guests were able to make use of the hi-tops outside, lit by the cafe lights and the stars.

With a sweet kiss to her mother, Lauren & Carter were off!... Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Chism!

Here you can see the monogrammed tie that Tyler wore (another really sweet, personal touch in their day). He looks like one happy groom!

The boys let out their fun side to get rid of pre-wedding jitters!

Yet another beautiful Meeting House ceremony was set up by the talented crew from Events by Nouveau Flowers. Fran Bullock, owner of Wedding Music Plus, was ready to introduce the bride with her beautifully elegant string quartet. Events by Nouveau's boutonnière was another really eye-catching detail in their wedding.

Anna opted for a very simplistic design in the Meeting House. This was a wonderful idea, a the streamlined, clean venue is already quite beautiful as-is.

A really unique touch that Christina (Events by Nouveau) and Anna came up with was hanging antique windows in the trees. On one of these windows, they chose to write the table assignments because the guests would walk from the Meeting House to the Village Green through the hanging windows!

Once the newlyweds were introduced by their band from Gulf Talent Services, the couple shared their first dance to a special Cory Smith song.

Christina and her team worked hard to execute exactly what Anna envisioned for her reception on the Green. You can even catch a glimpse of one of our favorite appetizers from Townsend Catering! (Check out the delicious parmesan grits martini with fizzled shrimp, bacon & roasted corn!)

Yet another AMAZING cake designed by Rhonda (Confections on the Coast)! Her talent was exibited with the stylized butterflies and bright, vivid colors that matched her colors perfectly. It was certainly a focal point under her elegantly lit tent.

This was a really sweet moment that was captured by the wonderful ladies at Vue Photography (Genya & Wesleyann).

Genya (Vue Photography) became inspired by the beautiful windows and romantically lit trees. What a great way to end an amazing evening!

The newly-pronounced bride and groom couldn't hide their happiness that day! Todd Sparks (Gulf Talent Services) also provided some really great steal drums to set the playful mood.

Steve Wells (Steve Wells Photography) was able to capture the sweet alone-time that Will and Lauren were able to take after their ceremony.

As Lauren and Will entered their beautiful Village Green ceremony, their crowd welcomed them warmly before opening their delicious buffet by Townsend Catering.

Lauren and Will were able to bring in their personal touches by serving special martinis for the ladies & cigars for the guys!

After dinner, the guests kept the dancefloor busy! One of our favorite moments was when Will and his fraternity brothers performed a traditional ritual for the bride! We were all in stitches and impressed that nobody got hurt!

Once the sun went down, the pictures just really capture the beauty of the night.

Lauren and Will gladly cuddled up by the fountain before their send-off!

Once we were able to round up their dancin'-crowd, the newly married couple took off under the sparklers!

You can really see her gorgeous gown, as well as the the Meeting House that was already set up for their reception. Nouveau Flowers always does such an elegant setup.

Our traditional send-off marked the end of a really wonderful night for the Diaz's!

Rain or shine (thankfully, SHINE)... the champagne was popped, the dress was on and the elegant cake was ready... this gorgeous wedding was on!

Susan's bridesmaids were all gowned by Carillon's very own Bella Bridesmaid bridal shop! What Carillon Weddings bride would want to pass up the bridal incentive? They were gorgeous Melissa Sweet dresses with a blue that was just perfect for the beach!

Susan's final sweet moments before becoming Mrs. Williams! Her bouquet (Nouveau Flowers) was so beautiful! As you can see, the sky truly opened up for Susan and David. Their wonderful guests anxiously awaited the beautiful bride as she walked down the Beach Walkover.

The newlyweds were inundated with simple, white rose petals that were tossed as they exited the ceremony. Harry certainly performed his signature service... he always keeps us smiling!

No fabulous wedding is complete without a cake-smash!? (Maybe it was the Tennessee Volunteer cake that was David's surprise from his bride?)

Clearly, this couple was pumped as they ended the evening with the signature "sparkler send-off" provided by Carillon Weddings!