Interview with two of our favorites, Vivian + Scott:

HOW DID YOU MEET?
• A mutual friend introduced at a party about 12 years ago. We have been inseparable ever since!
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU THE MOST TO YOUR HUSBAND/WIFE?
• Vivian – Scott has the best heart. He makes me a better person. He’s pretty good looking too! ☺
• Scott – Vivian was the most beautiful girl I ever met, inside and out. She is my princess and angel. I would never be where I am today without her.
HOW DID HE PROPOSE?
• We were engaged April 10, 2012 on Bowman’s Beach, Sanibel Island, Florida. Scott suggested a spring break getaway to Florida knowing that he was going to propose. For once, Vivian had no idea what was going on! (Meanwhile, Scott had been designing the ring and planning the proposal for a year.) The first morning after our arrival, Scott suggested a walk on Bowman’s Beach, our favorite spot on Sanibel Island. There he asked Vivian to marry him, and Vivian said, “Of course, I’ll marry you baby!” Several months after our engagement, we decided to come back to Sanibel Island to get married!
WHAT INSPIRED YOUR VISION FOR YOUR WEDDING?
• Our initial wedding inspiration was the wedding in Meet Joe Black. We loved it – it was cool, classy, and outside on the water. We wanted to replicate that look and feel for our wedding on a beach and also add a vintage flare.
TELL US ABOUT FINDING YOUR VENUE:
• We had done some extensive online research after we decided to get married on Sanibel or Captiva Island. We decided to stop by Casa Ybel while we were on a Labor Day vacation. We were immediately sold – it’s a truly an amazing place to get married.
WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST PLANNING CHALLENGE?
• The biggest planning challenge for us was planning a destination wedding! We used the internet to do research on venues and vendors and mostly communicated with everyone over email. Since all of our guests traveled to Florida from another state, it was also critical for us to make sure they arrived safely, were informed about the Fort Myers/Sanibel area, and had a GREAT time.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE DESIGN ELEMENT OF YOUR WEDDING?
• Our favorite design element was being able to be outside for our entire ceremony and reception. The beauty of Sanibel Island is truly amazing. We also loved our flowers, tent, and vintage décor – it all came together more beautifully than we imagined!
DID YOU HAVE ANY DIY DETAILS?
• The only thing we made for our wedding were our reception Bride/Groom chair signs! This one attempt at creativity made us realize that it’s better to leave everything to the professionals! ☺
WHAT WAS THE MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT OF YOUR WEDDING DAY?
• The most memorable part of the wedding day for both of us was our ceremony. We had dreamed about it for so long and simply couldn’t believe the moment had finally arrived. The beach, our feelings, and our guests’ presence/love were simply unbelievable.
DESCRIBE YOUR CAKE:
• DELICIOUS! It was a round, 3 tier, vintage, antique, decorated by Libby’s with fresh flowers. We chose 3 different flavor combinations: coconut/pina colada, chocolate chip/cannoli, yellow/strawberries and cream.
HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER?
• We simply cannot imagine our wedding captured by anyone else but Sara and Jason. Not only are they so unbelievably talented and creative, but they are truly amazing people! We love Sara and Jason – we are so happy that you were there for the best day in our life!!
WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND AS A COUPLE?
• For the first time in 12 years of being together, we don’t have a major event or project planned. We are thrilled to simply RELAX (and do some traveling!).
CAN YOU PLEASE LIST YOUR VENDORS:
Venue: Casa Ybel http://www.casaybelresort.com/weddings-events/
Cake: Mason’s Bakery http://www.masonsbakery.com
Tent: Sperry Tents http://www.sperrytentsnaples.com/
Photography: Concept Photography http://www.cptphotography.com
Rentals & Styling: Sweet Southern Charm http://sweetsoutherncharm.org
Flowers: Libby’s Flowers http://www.beachbudsflowers.com
Officiant : Reverend Christina Phelps Bowman http://www.beautifulfloridaweddings.com
Music : Stereophonic DJs – DJ Gable http://www.wileyentertainment.com/stereophonic-djs/
Hair & Makeup : Duality Artistry Dani Taverna & Hair by Mia Mia Manaloto http://www.dualityartistry.com/ www.hairbymia.net
Invitations www.minted.com

and this is the reason we get up early the morning after a wedding…