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Many types of animals and pets can be incorporated into a wedding ceremony, but the most frequent four-legged attendant is a dog. Special tuxes, suits, tutus, dresses ,etc. are all readily available online for your precious pooch so they can match the rest of the wedding party. Often used as a ring bearer, your family pet can also be a flower girl, a bridesmaid or groomsman, or escorted down the aisle as another member of the family. Remember your pet in your planning – are they scared by loud noises or music? Are they friendly and calm? Or will they howl or bark during the ceremony? Perhaps most importantly, to keep everyone and everything calm and organized, you should consider hiring a “minder” to ensure that all is well throughout the ceremony. It’s probably not fair to ask a family member or friend to take on this task, but there are
others who would happily escort your pooch down the aisle and keep a calm hand on the leash to prevent any accidents and keep your pet, and your guests, safe.
additional tips: 1. Have a backup plan just in case your pet gets stage fright. 2. Keep your pets away from the people food, especially chocolate. 3. Make sure that once the ceremony is over, your pet has a place to go. 4. Discuss your plans with your wedding coordinator, caterer, florist and officiant. 5. Be sure to have some treats on hand as a reward. F R E A S PH OTOG R A P HY
ey West is a very pet friendly place, and those tying the knot in the beautiful Keys will find their “furry family” is also welcome.
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Paul Rutigliano shudders when he thinks back just a few decades. The founder of Key West Cakes, 1014 White St., recalls seeing slices of white wedding cake sitting untouched at every seat as guests chose dancing over dessert. Wedding cakes were frothy towers of white icing and underneath, the bland cake – also white – had as much flavor as the tablecloth beneath it. “Remember those days? It was horrible,” Rutigliano said, his Staten Island accent emphasizing the “o” in horrible. “But that was back when people had their receptions at a banquet hall, and the banquet hall made the wedding cakes.” But not anymore. “There really aren’t any rules anymore,” said Lauren Salter, wedding consultant at Key West Cakes. “But our focus is always on making the cake taste as good as it looks.”
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Rutigliano launched Key West Cakes in his own kitchen in 2001, eventually moving to a production facility in New Town. In 2011, he and his business partner Steven Sassano moved into their charming – and delicious – retail storefront on White Street. “I hadn’t planned on making wedding cakes,” Rutigliano said. “I went to the Culinary Institute of America. I cooked; I didn’t bake. At least, I didn’t think I did.” Rutigliano was working as a cook in a downtown Key West resort when he was regularly asked by his bosses to bake and decorate wedding cakes for the weddings held on site. “Finally, I was doing so much wedding stuff, I figured I’d do it for myself instead of someone else,” he said, shrugging and looking around the sweet empire he and Sassano have created. Key West Cakes has been honored by The Knot wedding planning website and has won multiple awards, locally and internationally. “My first wedding cake, I was so terrified it would fall over in the car,” Rutigliano said, laughing. “It made it just fine.” But that hasn’t always been the case. “I knocked three of them over at one time in the car once,” he said, shaking his head at the chaos that ensued to repair or replace the cakes in time. “Luckily I’d been ahead of schedule, so I still got them to the reception on time.” Alex Shvalov, one of the lead cake designers at Key West Cakes, smiled knowingly and pulled up a picture on his phone. “See this cake?” he asked, showing the intricate white lace made from frosting. “This one went into the fountain at the Hemingway House before they cut it. One of the catering servers tried to move it after we had delivered it. That didn’t go well.”
“FOR PEOPLE THRILLED TO BE ESCAPING a northern winter, seashells, sand dollars, starfish and other beach-themed accessories are always popular as cake toppers.” - Lauren Salter -
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Salter, who works with hundreds of brides, grooms, couples and mothers-in-law every year, said that nine out of 10 people are easygoing and so appreciative of everything the staff at Key West Cakes does to provide an unforgettable – and photo worthy – wedding cake. Although, the term “wedding cake” is no longer always accurate, as Key West Cakes often bakes, decorates and stacks towers of cupcakes into a decadent and delicious pyramid. And the all-white cake, inside and out, is no longer a requirement. Key West Cakes has designed wedding cakes to match the bride’s theme colors. “Fresh flowers in the same colors as the bride’s bouquet always look really nice when we add those to the cake,” Rutigliano said, thumbing through a photo album of astounding creations, with one cake more beautiful than the next. And of course, every handcrafted detail, every lacy swirl, is edible, Shvalov said.
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A native of Ukraine, Shvalov has been designing cakes for about two years and can turn any idea into a cake. “We’ve done cakes in the shape of sailfish, cigar boxes, liquor bottles, sports teams’ mascots, you name it,” Salter said. “Sometimes couples want a colorful, non-traditional wedding cake for their reception, but often the specialty cakes are used as a groom’s cake, or for a birthday or any other celebration.” Salter typically suggests couples schedule a complimentary tasting when they’re in town planning their destination wedding. “Usually, the couple will come to town about six months in advance to meet with their vendors, visit their venue and check things out in person,” Salter said, adding that the majority of their weddings are destination weddings, meaning the couple and their guests don’t live here, “although we do plenty of local weddings, there are definitely more destination weddings.” And for people thrilled to be escaping a northern
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winter, seashells, sand dollars, starfish and other beach-themed accessories are always popular as cake toppers. “Nobody does the plastic bride/groom – or groom/groom – figurines on top of their cakes anymore,” Rutigliano said. “Now they’ll go with two starfish holding hands or a couple of shells.” Naked cakes are another popular trend these days, said Shvalov. “It’s nothing naughty,” he quickly assured any clients within earshot. “It just means there’s only a very, very thin layer of frosting, so some of the cake underneath is visible.” Couples often embellish those cakes with bamboo accessories, fresh flowers or palm leaves. “It’s a bit more rustic,” Salter said. “That’s become really popular in the past year or so.” Choosing a cake flavor can be a daunting task. Couples have to narrow down their cake flavor from options that include key lime, lemon, coconut, vanilla, red velvet, chocolate, carrot, hazelnut, spice and marble. Samples of each are provided
during the couple’s scheduled tasting. Then they can choose a filling such as chocolate buttercream, Bavarian cream, coconut cream, peanut butter mousse, strawberries and cream, mango, guava or key lime mousse. Once those difficult, but delicious decisions are made, the couple can start designing the look of their cake. “Some people come in knowing exactly what they want, and we just have to make sure it’s possible,” Salter said. “Others have a vague idea, and will start thumbing through our photos, and we’ll work together to come up with something they love that tastes as good as it looks.” When the cake comes from Key West Cakes, no one skips dessert. *
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Rice has traditionally been thrown at weddings as a symbol of fertility and prosperity - as the rice would grow and flourish so too would the couple’s wealth and family. The practice dates back centuries in one form or another, but is simply a way of sending the newly-wed couple on their new life with one last blessing for their future. Although rice is not generally poisonous or otherwise harmful to birds or the environment, it has fallen out of favor. Today’s couples are eschewing traditions in favor of creating new and interesting ways for their guests to participate in this classic ritual. E C O - F R I E N D LY W E D D I N G C O N F E T T I
Good news for those who want to be traditional and environmentally sensitive – wedding confetti that is biodegradable. Readily available from several sources online, the confetti is water soluble. It will dissolve with the first rain or you can simply turn a host to the area and it will dissolve immediately. Available in multiple colors, it comes in various shapes as well. BIRD SEED
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recent years. It’s safe for birds and the environment, but not recommended unless used in a grassy area. BUBBLES
Blowing bubbles at the couple as they leave can be a cute send-off, especially if your guest list includes a number of children. It’s a relatively harmless way to keep them occupied and doesn’t require cleanup. S PA R K L E R S
For evening weddings, sparklers are a terrific way to form a bower for the couple to walk through. Not recommended for small children, and timing is everything, but if done well, they can lead to beautiful photos. F LO W E R P E TA L S
Biodegradable, beautiful, sweet smelling, a little expensive perhaps, but nonetheless a gorgeous send-off to the couple. Again, however, there may need to be some sweeping after they are used. FRESH HERBS
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The Florida Keys are known for beautiful vistas, gorgeous sunsets, colorful, clear water, and many lovely venues for any type of wedding you desire. For couples who have always dreamed of a beach wedding, the choices are many, from private and secluded stretches of sand to venues catering to those with larger wedding party needs, the Keys are teeming with choices from Key Largo to Key West.
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For those not looking for a beach backdrop, they can consider adding a little adventure into their special day by incorporating an activity they love. Underwater weddings are common, as are weddings on board one of the many delightful sailing vessels docked in the Keys. Unique venues also include butterfly gardens, former military garrisons, botanical gardens, and even weddings with dolphins guiding a water chariot to the ceremony.
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With everyone’s time at a premium these days, not every couple has the time to spend on every little detail – they’d much rather come to the Keys for a wedding vacation and enjoy their time snorkeling, fishing, sightseeing, and playing. Many resorts offer full pre-planned wedding packages, complete with professional staff, who will take care of the ceremony, the rooms, the guests, and any other need a couple might express.
Beachy Keen! Beaches offer a natural ambience for a wedding ceremony, from the sea to the sand to the sun. Every photo is picture perfect for the happy day, and fortunately, there are many options for happy couples. In Key West, there are several public beaches, including Smathers Beach, the public park at Fort Zachary Taylor, and Higgs Beach. Other popular public beaches in the middle and upper Keys include Bahia Honda, John Pennekamp State Park, and Long Key State Park. Each offers its own unique view of the water and areas can be reserved easily through a wedding coordinator, as can any of the private beaches attached to the many resorts. There are some important tips to remember to carry off a successful beach wedding, including making sure your guests know so they can dress appropriately, consider a simpler gown with no veil, and watch the weather forecast just in case!
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Your Adventure Awaits! For the more adventurous couple, the Keys are the place to come! You can get married on an historic sailing vessel or venue, scuba dive down to the Christ of the Abyss underwater statue off Key Largo, or incorporate anything from butterflies to dolphins in your ceremony. In the lower Keys, locations include the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden, the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservancy, the Civil War era forts of East or West Martello, Fort Zachary Taylor or Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas. Would you like an underwater wedding? Consider heading to John Pennekamp State Park area in Key Largo for the many diving venues, including the 9-foot tall Christ of the Abyss statue in the Marine Sanctuary. Those who want to marry on the water have choices in any marina up and down the Keys. Catamarans, tall ships that can accommodate large wedding parties, or smaller boats that can take you to a private island area abound. Want to get married at sunset? Perfect- just reserve one of the many FLORIDA KEYS
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boats that can tour you and your guests on the water while the sun sinks into the horizon. Are you and your intended animal lovers? If the butterfly gardens are too tame for you, consider a ceremony with sea creatures at Islamorada’s Theater of the Sea. Guests can enjoy a private sea lion and dolphin show, and the couple can be carried to the ceremony by chariot, led by dolphins.
Resort Weddings It would be a shame to come all the way to the Florida Keys for your wedding and be so busy with last minute details that you don’t get a chance to relax and enjoy it. If you want a stress free wedding vacation, then consider contacting one of the many resorts which offer full service wedding planning by professional staff. Among the more popular venues are Cheeca Lodge and Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada, Ocean Point Suites in Tavernier, and Coconut Palm Inn in Key Largo. In Key West, the Casa Marina, Westin, Doubletree and Hyatt Resorts are among the favorite destinations. Resorts and their planners can take care of everything from rooms for your guests to the flowers, table settings, officiant, food and drink, and pretty much anything else a couple might need for their special day. *
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The traditional bride and groom mini statuettes that once sat primly atop wedding cakes have gone the way of a lot of wedding customs. Considered a bit old fashioned for today’s modern couples for a number of reasons, not the least of which is that not all couples getting married today are a man and a woman! 22
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To keep up with the changing dynamics of today’s couples new set of trends are gaining popularity, from two brides or two grooms, to interracial couples and more. There are even places on the internet where couples can order a 3-D printed likeness of themselves!
Popular crafting websites, including Etsy and Pinterest, are generally good places to start for inspiration, showcasing the latest ideas that you can either order or create yourself. Here are a few of the newest trends for cake toppers for 2017: CUSTOM NAMES AND SAYINGS:
Rather than the statuettes, couples are choosing to have their names adorn their cakes or a cute quote or saying. They come in a variety of sizes and styles. SILHOUETTES:
Couples can choose an engraved silhouette showing them in a kiss, an embrace or a favorite hobby, such as fishing. LARGE INITIAL:
Simplicity itself.
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Many couples like to envision themselves as their favorite animals, and use kittens, puppies, bunnies, etc. to depict their union. INCORPORATING CHILDREN:
Couples who already have children together or who are forming a blended family may want to include a child on their cake top with the parents to show the inclusiveness of the entire family. FAVORITE CHARACTERS:
Disney is a common wedding theme, with various characters and even Cinderella’s castle as a common cake topper. With the popularity of video games, movies and the like, the variety of ideas that can incorporate a couple’s favorite character are unlimited. HUMOROUS:
For couples who want to inject a bit of humor into their special day, several websites offer humorous takes on traditional toppers, including one “hooking” the other like a fish, one being dragged to the altar, high fiving each other, or even both on their cell phones. FLOWERS:
Whether fresh or made from marzipan, flowers adorning the top of a wedding cake are simple, elegant, and easy for those who prefer to keep things simple. *
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oday’s bride has more than ever when choosing a gown. Although many brides still prefer to wear white, there are many shades of white to choose from, and blush colors as well as pink hues have risen in popularity. For brides coming to the Keys to say their vows, depending on the type of ceremony chosen, everything from a crop top, twopiece wedding ensemble to a simple silk sheath is chic and appropriate for a beach or outdoor venue, while those choosing one of the resort areas for their ceremony can go a bit more traditional, with ball gowns and trains. The hottest decorative elements this season include feathers, bows, florals, and lace with back-and-shoulder baring styles very popular. Today’s grooms have more choices than ever- especially in the Keys. Traditional tuxes are of course still very fashionable, and grooms can add their own style with colored ties and pocket squares, varying the color of the jacket and pants, or even having one custom made. Tuxes need not be black anymore either – slate and charcoal gray are “in” as are dark blue and white coats. And of course, for an outdoor wedding, many grooms prefer to go the very non-traditional route, with a more relaxed linen trouser and shirt, a colorful shirt with white slacks, or a traditional look with white and beige shades for the shirt and pants. You even see a number of grooms with hats for their sunny outdoor ceremony, and bare feet is not taboo on a beach! Remember, for your Keys wedding, it’s important to look and feel your best while embracing the relaxed ambience that will enhance that special day and create a lifetime of memories for any happy couple. * BY KAY HARRIS
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Once you have picked the perfect wedding gown, it’s time to consider what goes underneath. You want to be comfortable yet sexy, supportive yet sleek as you march down the aisle, smile for wedding photos and dance the night away with your betrothed. Today’s trendy wedding gowns tend to show more skin, making selection of undergarments even more critical. While A-line and ball gowns can be forgiving, increasingly popular strapless, halter, backless and lowback dresses require greater care in selecting intimate apparel. Mermaid, trumpet and sheath dresses necessitate seamless undergarments and, possibly, shapewear to ensure a smooth look.
Convertible bras accommodate a variety of wedding gown styles, while bustiers and corsets offer more support when the bodice of the dress allows for them. With more revealing designs, brides may choose to go braless, wear pasties or try an adhesive bra with cups that stick at the sides. The large skirt of a princess-style ball gown affords great flexibility in underwear. Boy shorts, full coverage panties and sexy thongs all work. However, more form-fitting dresses, and those made from clingy fabrics call for options, like a longline bra, bodysuit, thigh shaper or full coverage shapewear. Brides are encouraged to try wearing that special lingerie for an extended period before the wedding day to make sure it will be comfortable enough for the ceremony and reception. Also, keep color and texture in mind with seamless nudes and whites being the safest bet beneath traditional shades of white wedding gowns. Thick fabric and layers give more leeway. When in doubt, experts advise to choose a color that blends with your skin tone.
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What to wear on your wedding night depends primarily on personality – yours and your mate’s. Will it be a deep-plunged nightgown, lace-fringed baby doll or a playful, peek-a-boo teddy? Most brides still opt for traditional white and elegant ivory in wedding-night lingerie. Pink and rose add enticing shades while classic black remains the sassy option. Silk bows and pearl buttons accent delicate laces, sheer fabrics and flowing styles. Compared to revealing G-strings, high-waisted panties lend a vintage air as a tantalizing concealment. A chiffon robe, that fits like a men’s dress shirt, presents a simple, yet sensual cover-up. Options abound for making that first impression on your wedding night.
Honeymoon Intimate Apparel
Comfort, a word not usually associated with honeymoon lingerie, plays an increasing role in a bride’s trousseau as casual lifestyles reign. The modern bride’s honeymoon intimate apparel can include embellished bralettes, chic pajama pants and athleisure pieces like crop tops and yoga-style silk pants. Edgy and sophisticated mix-and-match skivvies, robes and luxe lounge sets offer the bride versatility in her nuptial wardrobe. *
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DIRECT OCEANFRONT LUXURY GETAWAY
AMARA CAY RESORT
305.393.3004 1 Sandpiper Lane Marathon, FL 33050
305.664.0073 80007 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON GRAND KEY RESORT
AUDUBON HOUSE AND TROPICAL GARDENS
888.844.0454 3990 South Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL 33040
305.294.2116 205 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
ERNEST HEMINGWAY HOME AND MUSEUM
AVALON BED & BREAKFAST
305.294.8233 1317 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
305.509.1876 9070 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040 FARO BLANCO RESORT & YACHT CLUB
CASA MARINA RESORT WALDORF ASTORIA
305.743.1234 1996 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
305.296.3535 1500 Reynolds Street Key West, FL 33040
FLORIDA SAILING ADVENTURES
CHEECA LODGE & SPA
305.664.4651 81801 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305.451.3438 101425 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33037
CLASSIC HARBOR LINE KEY WEST
FORT ZACHARY TAYLOR
305.295.0037 601 Howard England Way Key West, FL 33040
305.293.7245 202 William Street Key West, FL 33040
HAWKS CAY RESORT CONCH REPUBLIC SEAFOOD COMPANY
866.347.2675 61 Hawks Cay Duck Key, FL 33050
305.294.4403 631 Greene Street Key West, FL 33040
HILTON KEY LARGO
COURTYARD MARATHON
800.294.8733 2146 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
SCHOONER HINDU CHARTERS
DANGER CHARTERS
305.509.1771 Key West Bight Marina, 0 Margaret Street Key West, FL 33040
305.304.7999 245 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
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HISTORIC KEY WEST INNS
800.549.4430 409 Angela Street Key West, FL 33040 HOLIDAY INN KEY LARGO RESORT AND MARINA
305.451.2121 99701 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33037 HYATT KEY WEST RESORT AND MARINA
305.809.1234 601 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 ISLAMORADA FISH COMPANY
305.664.9271 81532 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 ISLAND VILLA RENTAL PROPERTIES
305.664.3333 81681 Old Highway Islamorada, FL 33036 ISLANDER RESORT
305.664.2031 82100 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 KELLY’S CARIBBEAN BAR & GRILL
305.293.8484 301 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
KEY WEST MARRIOTT BEACHSIDE HOTEL
305.296.8100 3841 N Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL 33040 KEY WEST TROPICAL FOREST AND BOTANICAL GARDENS
305.296.1504 5210 College Road Key West, FL 33040 LA SIESTA RESORT AND MARINA
305.664.2132 80241 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 LITTLE PALM ISLAND RESORT AND SPA
305.872.2524 28500 Overseas Hwy Little Torch Key, FL 33042 OCEAN KEY RESORT
305.296.7701 0 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 OCEAN POINTE SUITES AT KEY LARGO
305.853.3000 500 Burton Drive Tavernier, FL 33070 OLDEST HOUSE MUSEUM
305.294.9501 322 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
KEY WEST GARDEN CLUB AT HISTORIC WEST MARTELLO TOWER
PELICAN COVE RESORT AND MARINA
305.294.3210 1100 Atlantic Blvd. Key West, FL 33040
305.664.4435 84457 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
KEY WEST LIGHTHOUSE
PILOT HOUSE RESTAURANT AND MARINA
305.294.0012 938 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
305.451.3142 13 Seagate Blvd Tavernier, FL 33037
POSTCARD INN BEACH RESORT AND MARINA
305.664.2321 84001 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 SEBAGO KEY WEST
305.294.5687 205 Elizabeth Street Key West, FL 33040 SOUTHERNMOST BEACH RESORT
WEDDINGS ON THE WATER
305.747.0302 201 William Street Key West, FL 33040
INVITATIONS ENGAGED DESIGN STUDIO
305.741.7878 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
800.934.5861 1405 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
FLORAL DESIGN
ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
DUARTE FLORAL DESIGN
305.296.5142 401 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
305.304.0421 1203 Virginia Street Key West, FL 33040
305.292.5300 245 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 THE CARIBBEAN RESORT
1.800.799.9175 117 South Carroll Street Islamorada, FL 33036
305.664.2012 82897 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305.295.6616 281 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
305.292.8181 1223 White Street Key West, FL 33040
305.587.1633 PO Box 721 Islamorada, FL 33036
LOVE IN BLOOM FLORIST
EVENTFULLY YOURS
305.292.1824 134 Simonton Street Key West, FL 33040
305.849.3712 1203 Virginia Street Key West, FL 33040
MAMA FLOWERS
FLORIDA KEYS PARTY RENTALS
305.295.0973 1415 1st Street Key West, FL 33040
305.295.7278 7 1st Street Key West, FL 33040
MARATHON FLORIST INC.
305.743.6900 7070 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
FOUR STAR RENTALS, INC.
305.872.2229 5216 US.1 Key West, FL 33040
305.735.4749 909 Fleming Street Key West, FL 33040
LINENS & MORE
305.582.1304 Tavernier, FL 33037
PETALS WITH PIZZAZZ FLORAL FANTASY & GIFTS, LLC
305.664.1063 81905 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 FLOWERS BY GILDA
THE CUSTOM HOUSE
CORAL KEYS PARTY RENTALS
MILAN EVENT ENCHANTED FLORISTS
SUNSET KEY COTTAGES, A LUXURY RESORT
KUTCHEY’S FLOWERS IN KEY WEST
305.292.3131 901 Simonton Street Key West, FL 33040
305.852.8771 90290 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33070
MILE MARKER PARTY RENTALS
305.743.4466 7601 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
WILD BY NATURE
305.923.3495 Big Pine Key, FL 33040
OCEAN BREEZE PARTY RENTALS
RENTALS
FLOWERS BY J & J INC.
ALL KEYS RENTAL, LLC
305.743.5459 5800 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
305.852.0600 86300 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
KARRO EVENTS AND FLORAL
BANYAN TREE
THEATER OF THE SEA
305.664.2431 84721 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305.893.9533 818 White Street Key West, FL 33040
TRUMAN LITTLE WHITE HOUSE
KEY LARGO FLORAL AND GIFTS
305.294.9911 111 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
305.292.1824 99551 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33037
THE WESTIN
866.716.8108 245 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
PRESTIGE PARTY RENTALS
305.747.8594 1007 Truman Ave Key West, FL 33040
305.664.3433 81197 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 CARIBBEAN CATERING AND RENTALS
305.664.0004 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305.922.9800 4920 Ocean Terrace Marathon, FL 33050
WEDDING CAKES / SWEETS
AMAZING CAKES AND CREATIONS
305.602.0603 517 Fleming Street Key West, FL 33040
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305.692.0250 Marathon, FL 33050
LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES
305.916.5414 423 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
BOB’S BUNZ
305.664.8363 81620 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
OLD TOWN BAKERY
305.396.7450 930 Eaton Street Key West, FL 33040
CAKES BY KAROL
305.393.3020 218 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
ONE SMALL BITE, LLC
786.797.6559 Tavernier, FL 33070
CROISSANTS DE FRANCE
305.294.2624 816 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
SWEET SAVANNAH’S
305.743.3131 8919 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050
CUPCAKE SUSHI
774.627.8703 431 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
UNIQUE D’LITES CUSTOM CAKES
305.303.0829 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
GLAZED DONUTS
305.294.9142 420 Eaton Street Key West, FL 33040 IT’SUGAR CANDY STORE
305.294.0936 117 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
305.731.3753 402 Appelrouth Lane Key West, FL 33040
KEY WEST CAKES
305.296.4162 1014 White Street Key West, FL 33040
SPOIL ME ROTTEN
305.396.7796 1702 N Roosevelt Blvd. Key West, FL 33040
KEYS CAKES LLC
305.509.7374 Tavernier, FL 33037
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305.433.0064 513 Fleming St Key West, FL 33040
BRIDAL
KISS ME ENTERTAINMENT
305.292.6080 1106 Key Plaza Key West, FL 33040
305.906.8742 Little Torch Key, FL 33042 KWEST PRODUCTIONS
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@LARGE ENTERTAINMENT
305.240.1405 PO Box 286 Tavernier, FL 33070
RUSS GINSBERG SINGER/SONGWRITER
JOHN BARTUS SINGER/SONGWRITER
SCOTT YOUNGBERG SINGER/SONGWRITER
305.731.1177 PO Box 522523 Marathon, FL 33050
954.816.3384
305.853.0312 Islamorada, FL 33036 SEMI TROPICAL MUSIC
BONGO D STEEL DRUM WEDDING
CAPTAIN JOHN ONE MAN BAND
KEY WEST HAIR AND MAKEUP
305.296.9515 412 Greene Street Key West, FL 33040
THE STUDIO
CASA SALON
305.292.4000 1204 Simonton Street Key West, FL 33040
KEY LIME PIE BAKERY
563.508.3326 1205 11th Street Key West, FL 33040
305.942.6716 PO Box 5907 Key West, FL 33040
ISLE STYLE SALON SPA
305.296.0806 200 Elizabeth Street Key West, FL 33040
KEY LIME PIRATES
305.282.9533 99228 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33037
BRIDAL BEAUTY 305.744.8675 604 Truman Avenue Key West, FL 33040
KERMIT’S KEY WEST KEY LIME SHOPPE
UP YOUR HAIR SALON
305.748.5780 3669 Louisa Street #10 Marathon, FL 33050 DJ STAN THE MAN
305.745.8666 30338 Flamingo Lane Big Pine Key, FL 33040 FUZZY BUDDHA PRODUCTIONS
305.731.7394 Islamorada, FL 33036 ISLANDS DJ SERVICE
352.205.1007 Big Coppitt, FL 33040 MATTHEW JAMPOL CLASSICAL GUITAR
305.304.1437 Key West, FL 33040
305.385.0672 Big Pine Key, FL 33040 SOUNDWAVE KEY WEST
305.294.9121 Key West, FL 33040
LIGHTING, DESIGN, DÉCOR
BLUE WATER WEDDINGS
305.283.0066 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 D’ASIGNER EVENTS
305.481.0772 11500 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050 DESTINATION WEDDING STUDIO
847.612.4712 Key West, FL 33040 SOIREE KEY WEST
305.393.5040 26 Tamarind Drive Key West, FL 33040
SPAS BIG PINE YOGA & MASSAGE THERAPY
305.304.0706 30370 Quail Roose Trail Big Pine Key, FL 33040 BLU BAMBOO SALON & DAY SPA
305.664.9342 82205 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 CARIBBEAN SPA AT PIER HOUSE RESORT
WEDDING PLANNING
FANTASEA WEDDINGS
305.296.7687 3201 Flagler Ave. Key West, FL 33040
305.849.9720 1120 White Street Key West, FL 33040
A MODERN ROMANCE
305.432.1566 94 Seaside Drive Key West, FL 33040 A SIMPLE WEDDING IN KEY WEST
305.292.3195 1125 Angela Street Key West, FL 33040
FLORIDA KEYS BRIDAL TEAM
561.289.2510 144 Mohawk Street Tavernier, FL 33070
SUNSHINE WEDDINGS & EVENTS, INC
305.927.8802 333 Duck Ave. Key West, FL 33040
FLORIDA KEYS WEDDING PACKAGES
305.451.4885 99530 Overseas Hwy Key Largo, FL 33037
SWANKEY EVENTS
305.396.7076 1106 White Street Key West, FL 33040
AARON’S KEY WEST WEDDINGS
I DO WEDDINGS KEY WEST
305.293.8809 1209 Truman Avenue Key West, FL 33040
305.296.4695 1220 Royal Street Key West, FL 33040
HAWKS CAY CALM WATERS SPA
BIG DAY IN KEY WEST
866.347.2675 61 Hawks Cay Duck Key, FL 33050
305.647.9262 3229 Flagler Avenue Key West, FL 33040
KEY DESTINATION EVENTS
305.296.4600 Ext 1010 One Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
HEALING WATERS MASSAGE THERAPY & AQUATIC BODYWORK
305.852.4867 309 Woods Ave. Tavernier, FL 33070 JALA SPA AT THE HYATT RESORT
305.809.4080 601 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
(WEDDINGS AND DESIGN)
BLUE WATER WEDDINGS
305.283.0066 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 CARIBBEAN CATERING
305.664.0004 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 CASUAL WEDDINGS
305.240.0364 Key West, FL 33040
OCEAN KEY SPA
305.296.7701 0 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 SPA TERRE AT LITTLE PALM ISLAND RESORT
305.515.3028 28500 Overseas Hwy Little Torch Key, FL 33042
CONCH CONCIERGE WEDDINGS
305.292.2292 Key West, FL 33040 D’ASIGNER EVENTS
305.481.0772 11500 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050 DESTINATION WEDDING STUDIO
847.612.4712 Key West, FL 33040
SOUTHERNMOST WEDDINGS KEY WEST
TROPICAL WEDDING KEY WEST
800 Emma Street Key West, FL 33040 WE’VE GOT THE KEYS
305.295.9112 922 Caroline Street Key West, FL 33040
786.218.9830 Tavernier, FL 33037 KEY WEST WEDDINGS ON THE WATER
WEDDINGS TO GO KEY WEST, LLC
855.539.9333 201 William Street Key West, FL 33040
877.933.8646 Key West, FL 33040
ON THE FLY GIRLS, LLC EVENT PLANNING
305.684.1964 84721 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
305.451.0370 Tavernier, FL 33037
CATERING
SAY YES IN KEY WEST
CARIBBEAN CATERING
305.396.7602 818 White Street Key West, FL 33040
305.664.0004 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
SIMPLY YOU WEDDINGS
305.294.1112 925 Truman Ave. Key West, FL 33040
WISHES TO WEDDINGS
CATERED AFFAIRS OF KEY WEST
SOIREE KEY WEST
305.296.2345 3593 S Roosevelt Blvd. Key West, FL 33040
305.393.5040 26 Tamarind Drive Key West, FL 33040
DESTINATION CATERING AND EVENTS
305.517.6513 5901 College Road Key West, FL 33040
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305.294.2252 925 Truman Avenue Key West, FL 33040
305.923.1204 3520 Overseas Hwy Marathon, FL 33050
ALICIA EARLE RENNER PHOTOGRAPHY
305.517.3558 201 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
305.295.6234 1616 George Street Key West, FL 33040 ANANDA FIERRO PHOTOGRAPHY
KEY WEST CATERING COMPANY
707.953.3838 Tavernier, FL 33037
305.414.3875 2200 N Roosevelt Blvd. Key West, FL 33040
BELINDA SERATA PHOTOGRAPHY
305.664.8516 120 San Marco Drive Islamorada, FL 33036
KEY WEST PERSONAL CHEF
305.896.2087 5 Evergreen Drive Key West, FL 33040
BOB CARE PHOTOGRAPHY
PROVISIONS OF KEY WEST
305.433.1677 1514 Patricia Street Key West, FL 33040
305.360.2636 Islamorada, FL 33036 FAYTH PHOTOGRAPHY
305.707.8882 Islamorada, FL 33036
SMALL CHEF AT LARGE CATERING
FILDA KONEC PHOTOGRAPHY
305.294.1943 Key West, FL 33040
305.896.4958 3000 Flagler Ave. Key West, FL 33040
THREE FINE COOKS BOUTIQUE CATERING
FLORIDA KEYS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
305.294.0082 513 Fleming Street Key West, FL 33040
305.743.5699 Key West, FL 33040
TOP NOTCH TASTE
FOTO BY FREAS
305.731.3582 106003 Overseas Hwy Key Largo. FL 33037
305.896.6314 804 Caroline Street Key West, FL 33040
FILM
VIDEOGRAPHY
DEON MARK FILMS
305.896.4661 KEY WEST WEDDING VIDEO/ PHOTO
305.896.1129 513 Fleming Street Key West, FL 33040
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305.393.3327 80925 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 JANNETTE DE LLANOS PHOTOGRAPHY
305.393.2294 88005 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036
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305.522.6880 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 KEY WEST PHOTOWORKS
619.252.9711 Key West, FL 33040 MARY BETH MARTEL
305.731.9308 Marathon, FL 33050 MARY VEAL PHOTOGRAPHY
305.433.1237 1200 4th Street Key West, FL 33040 MCLAUGHLIN PHOTO & VIDEO
305.853.0809 PO Box 591 Tavernier, FL 33070 NICK DOLL PHOTOGRAPHY
239.218.2191 220 Simonton Street Key West, FL 33040 NINA NEWTON PHOTOGRAPHY
305.514.0512 Big Pine Key, FL 33040 PETER G. PHOTOGRAPHY
786.505.4742 2651 Cypress Ave Miramar, FL 33025 RACHEL E. LIGON PHOTOGRAPHY
305.395.1161 713 Caroline Street Key West, FL 33040
WEDDING FUN
CAPTAIN GREG POLAND
305.393.3327 141 Plantation Blvd Islamorada, FL 33036 DANGER CHARTERS
305.304.7999 245 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 IVS IN THE KEYS
305.395.8245 624 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
JEWELERS ARTISANS KEY WEST
305.600.0937 406 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 BLUE SOPHIA JEWELRY
305.294.6320 425 Greene Street Key West, FL 33040 BRONZE JEWELERS
305.294.2267 6419 6th Street Key West, FL 33040 CAPRICORN JEWELRY
305.292.9338 706 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 DIAMONDS INTERNATIONAL
305.293.1111 129 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 DIVA DESIGNS JEWELRY INC.
305.295.3075 218 Whitehead Street Key West, FL 33040
STACIA MORGAN PHOTOGRAPHY
JEFF’S GEMS AND NAUTICAL DESIGNS
305.331.7429 2409 SE 19th Street Homestead, FL 33035
305.296.4367 906 Kennedy Drive Key West, FL 33040
KEY WEST TREASURE CHEST
305.293.8008 700 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
JASMINE SKY DESIGNS
29031 Pine Avenue Big Pine Key, FL 33043 888.529.9759 By Appointment Only
LITTLE SWITZERLAND
KEY WEST BRIDAL
305.293.8600 271 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
305.509.7473 916 Kennedy Drive Key West, FL 33040
MEL FISHER’S TREASURES
TIMMY TUXEDO'S
305.295.9555 613 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
305.294.8897 812 Fleming Street Key West, FL 33040
NAUTICAL TREASURES
YK DRESSMAKER
305.296.6299 417 Greene Street Key West, FL 33040
305.451.0023 25 Fishing Village Drive Key Largo, FL 33037
NEPTUNE DESIGNS
CEREMONY
305.294.8131 301 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
OFFICIANTS ELOPING THE KEYS
SILVER AND GOLD
305.295.6656 109 Fitzpatrick Street Key West, FL 33040
305.481.5551 PO Box 510527 Key Colony Beach, FL 33051
ZALES
ISLAND TO ISLAND CHARTERS
305.296.2406 2730 N Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL 33040
305.834.2715 711 Eisenhower Drive Key West, FL 33040
ZEN BY KAREN MOORE
TRANQUIL ADVENTURES
716.292.3635 1128 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040
305.451.2102 MM104 Bayside Tavernier, FL 33037
WEDDING DRESSES / TUXEDOS
PASTOR STEVE VETTER
305.394.1818 Tavernier, FL 33037
ANTHONY’S LADIES APPAREL
305.852.4515 98200 Overseas Hwy Tavernier, FL 33037
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BEFORE THE WEDDING
APPLYING FOR A
marriage license BY CLAIRE HURD
A marriage license is required for your marriage to be legally recognized. In Monroe County, the Clerk of Circuit Court is the issuing agent of marriage licenses for the State of Florida. You can register for a marriage license during regular business hours at the courthouse in Key West, Marathon or Plantation Key. Regulations vary from state to state. In Florida, applicants must be 18 years old to obtain a marriage license. Younger applicants require parental consent, and in certain instances, the consent of a county judge. No matter what your age, both applicants must appear in person when applying for a marriage license. A picturetype ID, including date of birth, is required. If either party has been previously married, the exact date of the death, divorce or annulment must be provided. Bring a copy of your divorce decree with you at the time of application. The state of Florida began to recognize same-sex marriages early last year, and in June 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court assured federal recognition of same-sex marriage throughout the country. The process of completing marriage license paperwork takes about 15 minutes. There is no waiting period for out-of-state residents, or for Florida residents who provide proof of completing an approved premarital
class. A marriage license costs $93.50 – and there is a discount for Florida residents, who provide proof of completing a premarital class ($61.00). A marriage license must be used within 60 days. Authorized staff in the Clerk’s office are happy to solemnize your marriage (perform a brief wedding ceremony) on the spot – for an additional $30.00. There is a small ‘counseling room’ in Key West, where marriages can be performed if the celebrants prefer privacy to the hustle and bustle of the Clerk’s front counter. There is often a surge in marriage license applications during festival weeks in the Florida Keys. You may encounter a bride and groom in biker leather in the Clerk’s office during Poker Run. During Fantasy Fest, costumed weddings become more common.
Office of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville, FL. The process usually takes around three weeks. Your wedding may be a gala event, or a small gathering of friends – but the memories (and the tax benefits) of legally committing to your true love in the Florida Keys will last a lifetime. *
For more information: WWW.CLERK-OF-THE-COURT.COM
Marriage Licenses may be obtained at: KEY WEST COURTHOUSE (ANNEX)
500 Whitehead Street, (305) 292-3458 MARATHON BRANCH COURTHOUSE
3117 Overseas Hwy, (305) 289-6027 UPPER KEYS GOVT CENTER
88820 Overseas Hwy Plantation Key, (305) 852-7145
In Florida, regularly ordained clergy, judges, the Clerk, and deputy clerks of the Circuit Court, and state of Florida notaries may perform marriages. The person who performs a marriage ceremony must complete and return the marriage license to the Clerk of Court within 10 days, where it will be recorded in the Official Records. A certified copy is returned to the newlyweds by mail, and the original license is maintained in the
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