The moment finally came.

It did not matter that circumstances had delayed their wedding day by an extra six months or that their guest list had changed along the way. Carly and Sam were finally getting the celebration they had been waiting for.

One of the most emotional moments of the day came as Carly made her way down the aisle arm in arm with her mom. Watching the woman who had been by her side from the very beginning walk her toward the next chapter of her life was incredibly moving. As I stood at the front of the ceremony documenting it all, I felt tears welling up behind my camera.

After postponing their wedding due to the pandemic, Carly and Sam finally tied the knot at the beautiful Frenchman’s Reserve in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This elegant private country club provided the perfect setting for their long awaited celebration. From the moment guests arrived, every detail reflected the joy, anticipation, and love that surrounded their day.

Having photographed their engagement session the year before, it was such a gift to finally celebrate alongside them on their wedding day. Getting to know couples before the wedding often makes the day itself even more meaningful, and Carly and Sam were no exception.

Wedding Day Details

When I arrived at Carly’s bridal suite, I was welcomed by so many smiling faces. She was calm, joyful, and surrounded by family, close friends, and her sorority sisters.

One of my favorite parts of the morning was seeing all of her carefully chosen details. Her gown was beautifully displayed, her lace lined veil was waiting nearby, and every detail had been thoughtfully prepared. She even had fresh florals available for styling alongside her invitation suite, making it a dream to photograph.

Their wedding day was filled with heartfelt moments, laughter, happy tears, and meaningful traditions. It was such an honor to document these memories and witness the beginning of this new chapter for them.

Carly and Sam, thank you for trusting me to capture your wedding day. It was a privilege to celebrate with you and preserve these memories. Happy Anniversary!

A special thank you to the incredible vendor team who helped bring their wedding day to life. Enjoy some of my favorite images from their Frenchman’s Reserve wedding in Palm Beach Gardens.

Four years later, this wedding remains one of my favorites. Carly and Sam’s day was a beautiful reminder that some celebrations are worth the wait, and I still love looking back on these memories.

Creative Team:

Venue: Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club

Coordinator: Pat Saylor with The Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club

Florals: Full Pot of Flowers

Hair & Makeup: The Blow Zone

DJ/Entertainment: Mike Sipe Entertainment

Stationary: Unmeasured Events

Cake: Sweet Tiers

Bride’s Dress: David’s Bridal

Groom’s Tux: Brooks Brothers