A Water Taxi Grand Entrance, a Garden Suspended from the Ceiling & More Jamaican Joy Than You Could Pack in a Suitcase

Q: What made this wedding so meaningful?
From the first moment - when the bride walked down the aisle of a traditional Baptist church with a photo charm of her late father tucked into her bouquet - you could feel the love in every detail. It honored her dad while celebrating a brand-new chapter, and the entire space buzzed with that kind of heartfelt, once-in-a-lifetime energy.

Q: And the entrance to the reception - iconic, right?
Beyond. While guests sipped cocktails on the balcony of the Tampa River Center, the wedding party made their entrance by water taxi, cruising down the Hillsborough River like absolute legends. The cheers? Deafening. It was a jaw-dropping, “this is so us” moment no one will ever forget.

Q: What was the design vibe for the reception?
Garden party magic - turned all the way up. The couple dreamed of soft neutrals and romantic blooms, so we went next-level: an inverted floral garden floated above the head table. The canopy of hanging florals glowed under a custom two-tone neon sign that became their own personal love marquee. It felt like stepping into a suspended garden in the sky.

Q: What cultural details made the day uniquely theirs?
Pure Jamaican spirit. When the couple arrived at the reception, guests waved mini Jamaican flags, filling the air with color and pride. It was high-energy, high-volume joy - a true celebration of heritage and community that wrapped the night in warmth.

Q: How did they balance elegance with fun?
Flawlessly. The tables were set with etched crystal glassware and chic, understated details, but this was still a full-on party. The bride shared an emotional dance with her mom, then the vibe flipped: a nitro ice-cream station (with every topping imaginable) and a candy station overflowing with childhood favorites and sweet nostalgia.

Q: One word to capture the day?
Exhilarating. From the sacred church ceremony to the river-cruise entrance and a night of dancing under that floral sky, this Tampa River Center wedding was vibrant, touching, and absolutely bursting with Jamaican joy.