Tampa, Florida Timeless Wedding Photography by Sarah & Ben

oxford exchange wedding: amy + brian

The guitar chords began to echo through the room and everyone in attendance rose to their feet. It was then that a woman with the fullest of hearts walked into to the room on the arm of the first man she’d ever loved, and towards the one who she’d promise her life to that day. The man who would be her forever. It was a short walk, that had been quite a long time in the making. And in the instant that each of their eyes locked on the other, they filled with tears and happiness and relief that the moment had finally arrived. But most of all, they simply filled with, and spoke of, love. Just like the vows they would make to each other that day . . . . .

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Amy and Brian are married! They had a stunningly detailed wedding day at one of our favorite spots out there (the always impeccable Oxford Exchange!) The two of them chose a color palette that perfectly accented the decor of their already gorgeous venue. Additionally, they included so many unique details that made the day their own. From their foil accented invitation suite to the wooden script place cards to the his-and-hers dessert bar there wasn’t an aspect of the day that wasn’t beautifully crafted. And it was all accented by the most adorable of couples. Amy looked stunning in her fitted gown, and absolutely glowed on Brian’s ever so dapper arm. And they were backed up by one super sweet (and so very well-dressed!) bridal party.

We adored how they set-up their ceremony in the Shaw Library, but had a tough time keeping our eyes dry when Brian finally got to see Amy walk down the aisle. It was such a sweet moment, followed by even sweeter vows to one another. And we felt so very lucky to witness it. Because as much as we loved every detail of this day, we loved the FEELING of it even more. 

Amy and Brian, thank you so much not only for inviting us to document your big day at Oxford Exchange but for making us feel like such an important part of it. We loved every minute we got to spend with you both and are so excited for everything this new adventure will hold for you guys!

Love + Laughs,

Sarah & Ben

The Bridal details surrounding the wedding invitations on a wooden tableBridesmaids dresses hanging in front of a window and the gift box for the BrideThe wedding dress hanging in front of an elevator door at the epicurean hotelBridal details on a hotel cart and the bride in her white romper before her wedding at oxford exchangeBride holding a wooden tray with her wedding invitation suiteThe Bride's shoes against an art deco designed dress by Sarah and Ben PhotographyBridal earrings and wedding ring on succulents and white rosesThe Bride looking down in the window light of the Epicurean HotelBride and Groom from Ohio and Florida have custom magnet and the wedding bandsBride and her Mom getting her into her wedding dress in timeless black and whiteThe Bride having her veil adjusted by one of her Bridesmaids before her Oxford Exchange WeddingThe Bride sits alone looking at her gift from the GroomThe Groom getting ready by buttoning his shirt and his wedding detailsGroom putting the finishing touches on his suit before his Oxford Exchange weddingA card from the Bride to the Groom and a detail of his White floral boutonniere The Bride poses in the halls of the Epicurean Hotel holding her bouquetThe Bride in formal portraits at the Epicurean HotelThe Bride and her Bridesmaids holding their floral bouquet and laughingThe Bride and her Bridesmaids bathed in sunshine holding their floral bouquetsExterior photograph of Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FLBride and Bridesmaids pose on the steps inside the lobby of Oxford ExchangePhoto of the flowers held by the bridal party and the bottoms of the unique dressesThe Bride poses on the stairs before her Oxford Exchange weddingBride and her girls ascend the stairs preparing for the wedding ceremonyThe Groom and his Groomsmen pose in the lobby of the Epicurean Hotel in South TampaThe Groom poses on the steps of the Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FLThe Groom and Groomsmen pose along a wall in the atrium of Oxford ExchangeThe two ring bearers and the flower girl against an old brick wallThe ceremony space with a greenery arch in Oxford Exchange's libraryWedding Ceremony details such as a floral covered chair and an engraved wine boxThe Bride and Groom during their Oxford Exchange wedding ceremonyBride sharing her vows during her ceremony in the library of Oxford ExchangeGroom laughs during the ceremony under a greenery archBride smiling at her Groom during their wedding ceremony inside Oxford ExchangeThe Bride and Groom raise their arms after they say I do as their friends and family applaudBride smiling as the Groom nuzzles into the side of her faceBride and Groom about to kiss under a greenery arch in Oxford Exchange, TampaQuiet moment between the Bride and Groom as they hold handsBride and Groom kiss above the portrait wall inside the Oxford ExchangeThe Bride descends the designed portrait staircase of Oxford ExchangeBride and Groom in timeless black and white lean together with foreheads pressedBride and Groom walking outside Oxford Exchange under the gas lampsBride and Groom kissing outside Oxford Exchange in Tampa, FLBeautiful portrait of the Bride and Groom along the white brick walls of the exterior of Oxford ExchangeBride and Groom pose for portraits under the gas lamps of Oxford ExchangeBride and Groom share a quiet moment in the library of Oxford Exchange after their weddingWedding reception decor inside the Oxford ExchangeTable settings filled with florals and etched glass vasesReception table decor inside the glass atrium of Oxford ExchangeCustom name place holders and rose gold candle holders fill the table during receptionThe fountain inside Oxford Exchange and a row of candles fill the tablesTable numbers in gold atop a rose gold candle holder in Tampa, FL
Wedding gifts from the Bride and Groom to their guestsBride and Groom enter their wedding reception down the stairs inside Oxford Exchange in South Tampa, FLThe wedding table spread across the TeBell Tea Company's counter inside the Oxford ExchangeSome pink macarons on the desert table and a photo of the wedding bands on a vintage film cameraBride and Groom dance their first dance on the checkerboard tile lobby inside the Oxford ExchangeBride and Groom smile as they listen to speeches during their wedding receptionBride and Groom laugh during speeches and a cigar box is propped open with a custom designed labelBride and Groom dance together during their reception in classic black and white photography

Vendors:

Photography: Sarah & Ben

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Oxford Exchange Weddings

Hair & Makeup: Destiny & Light

Wedding Dress Store: Brides by Demetrios

Wedding Dress Designer: Demetrios

Groom’s Apparel: Jos A Bank

Coordinator: Michelle Bastone

Florist: Botanica

Cake Design: Chocolate Pi

Band: Phase 5

Invitation Designer: Katie Major & Farin Blackburn

Wedding favors: Humble Love

Calligraphy: Farin Blackburn

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  1. Michelle Simpson says:

    Wow. Absolutely beautiful. So beyond happy for you!

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