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Taylor Matties & Chris Lawler


Married

Dec 2, 2022
Sarasota , Florida


Photo Credit

Trenholm Photo


Style Guide


Color Palette



Style

Destination, Formal, Luxury


Season

Winter





The Proposal

Chris and Taylor met and lived in Boston, so it only made sense for him to propose in their favourite city on March 4, 2021. He told Taylor they would meet one of his coworkers for drinks. As they walked down Commonwealth Ave just as the sun set, Chris got down on one knee and popped the question. A photographer was waiting for them to capture the big moment! An after-party with friends and family made this the best night Taylor could have ever imagined.


Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Bride Getting Ready
Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Wedding Rings
Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Groom Before Ceremony
Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Bride with Bridesmaids

In Preparation

Since Taylor and Chris lived in Boston, they relied on their Florida-based event planner to make their destination wedding dreams come true. After many Zoom meetings, things began coming together for the big day! Unfortunately, a hurricane in October destroyed their original venue two months prior. The bride and the bride’s mother raced down to Florida for a last-minute site visit and chose a new venue, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. Some may call it fate because the new venue perfectly matched their theme and wedding aesthetic.


Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Bride and Groom Say I Do
Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Wedding Guests

Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Wedding Party

Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Bride and Groom on the Beach
Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Bride and Groom Walking on the Beach

The Big Day

Taylor and Chris loved every moment of their wedding day. It was a beautiful day in Southwest Florida, and even though it was a destination wedding, many friends and family could attend to celebrate with the couple. They were off to the reception after a memorable ceremony with lots of happy tears! The dance floor stayed packed all night. Taylor’s favorite part of the day was having her closest friends and family together in one place. Chris’s favorite part was the Irish Band, which surprised him with songs that reminded him of his grandparents. It will be a day they will never forget!

“We had the pleasure of orchestrating Chris and Taylor’s special day,” said Diann Flanders, Senior Catering Sales Manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. “From the idyllic, seaside ceremony and cocktail hour at The Ritz-Carlton Beach Club, to the distinctive reception set amidst the verdant splendor of The Lawn at the main hotel, guests were immersed in coastal elegance that radiated with personalized touches reflecting Chris and Taylor’s love story. Entertainment became the heartbeat of their celebration, with surprises like a spirited Irish Band, echoing the melodies of Chris’s cherished memories. A true testament to our team’s unwavering dedication, expertise, and passion in executing every couples’ dream wedding, we are honored to have been a part of their journey.”


Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Reception Views

Taylor and Chris Wed Along Florida Gulf Coast at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota Reception Details
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The Retreat

After a gorgeous (and hot) wedding weekend in Florida, Taylor and Chris couldn’t wait to return to New England to get in the Christmas spirit. After flying home, the newlyweds took a road trip to Vermont, where they stayed at Edson Hill, a boutique luxury hotel. Throughout their four-day stay, they sipped on maple margaritas by the fireplace and reminisced on their wedding before returning to Boston for the holidays. It was the perfect getaway before starting married life together.


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Tobey Events

PHOTOGRAPHER

Trenholm Photo

VIDEOGRAPHER

New Rez Media

FLORIST

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INVITATIONS, NAPKINS, MENUS

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GOWN & VEIL

Made With Love Bridal

TUX

Suitsupply

ENGAGEMENT RING & WEDDING BANDS

E.B. Horn Jewelers

BRIDESMAID DRESSES

Amsale

GROOMSMEN TUXES

The Black Tux

HAIR & MAKEUP

May Paulina

RENTALS & DECOR

Savoir Event Rentals

Plíthos Event Rentals

BBJ La Tavola

Dream Dancefloors

Artistic Science

Hey! Let’s party!

The Jewel Booth

ENTERTAINMENT

Jade Strings

Jordan Kahn Music Company

FIREWORKS

Explosive Touch Enterprises

TRANSPORTATION

Classic Wedding Cars of Sarasota

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