It was the calm before the storm with this organic beach elopement. It was scheduled just days before Hurricane Irma set her wrath on the state of Florida but we couldn’t have asked for a more inspirational evening.

The tide was eerily calm in the Gulf, the skies had the most beautiful golden hue, and I got to work with the most amazing team for this sweet, intimate styled shoot. Our bride’s hair was styled in beachy waves and crown of greenery by the amazing NYC based stylist – Lauren Decosimo. Lauren also did our bride’s makeup with simple and natural hues to keep with soft, romantic feel of this elopement shoot. These were both the perfect complement to the short, lacy ivory bridal dress she wore. Her bouquet added simply done with mostly greenery and a few peachy-hued flowers. Our groom, Patrick, wore grey slacks and a grey bowtie, which was the perfect compliment.

As the sun started to lower in the sky, our couple wandered the rocks alongside the pier, popped open a bottle of sparkling wine, and frolicked lovingly in the waves before we set out for part two of this styled elopement. Be sure to stay tuned for that for more inspiration! Part Two

Location: Fort De Soto // Hair & Makeup: Lauren DeCosimo // Floral & Greenery Design: Emma’s Flowers of West Melbourne // Models: Ashley BeLoat & Patrick Calderon // Photography: Tamarie Photography