Interview with the wonderful Allena + Rob:
HOW DID YOU MEET?
We met through mutual friends in 2008 at a local restaurant/pub. One of Allena’s friends was moving back to Michigan so she went to say goodbye. Unbeknownst to Allena, her friend was meeting up with Rob’s good friend and he had invited Rob along too. We ended up hitting it off and well the rest as they say is History.
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU THE MOST TO YOUR HUSBAND/WIFE?
(Allena)Rob’s sense of humor, he had me cracking up the very first night.
(Rob)Aside from being beautiful, she was the coolest girl I had ever met and with such a big heart. She was also the first girl I had ever imagined growing old with.
HOW DID HE PROPOSE?
Rob planned it around our annual trip to the Barrett-Jackson auto auction in West Palm Beach. As avid car enthusiasts, this has become a yearly tradition for us. We always stayed at the Westin Diplomat Hotel on the beach. They were sold out that weekend, but Rob somehow got us a room for 2 nights. We went to dinner while the hotel staff decorated our room in candles, roses, chocolates and champagne. After dinner, I walked into the room, surprised and speechless then turned around to see Rob down on one knee.
WHAT INSPIRED YOUR VISION FOR YOUR WEDDING?
We both love the color blue so I chose Cobalt blue because it’s such a bright blue. For the rest I wanted to keep it simple.
TELL US ABOUT FINDING YOUR VENUE:
We went to 4 places and ultimately chose Rosen Shingle Creek. It is a gorgeous hotel, just fit everything we were looking for and Francesca (Wedding Coordinator) was so easy to work with.
WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST PLANNING CHALLENGE?
Finding the time between work, school, moving, and the gym. It was exhausting!
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE DESIGN ELEMENT OF YOUR WEDDING?
I loved seeing it all come together with the Cobalt blue accenting off of the white. I thought it just looked beautiful.
DID YOU HAVE ANY DIY DETAILS?
The Signature Frame and Seating Chart Frame was DIY and my maid of honor made our card box for us.
WHAT WAS THE MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT OF YOUR WEDDING DAY?
Besides my veil trying to steal the show, it was walking down the aisle; everyone was crying, and then seeing Rob. Also our first dance was pretty amazing.
DESCRIBE YOUR CAKE:
This was a surprise for me, I waited until the last minute because I could never decide and finally sent a picture over to Francesca and said I like how this looks minus a couple things – can you do this? It turned out beautifully!
WHAT WAS YOUR WEDDING SONG?
The Glory of Love – by Peter Cetera (Karate Kid II Soundtrack)
HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER?
AWESOME! We absolutely love Sara and Jason!! They are amazing people, easy to work with and made the whole experience even better!
WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND AS A COUPLE?
Unpacking and settling into our new house while hopefully growing our family soon.
CAN YOU PLEASE LIST YOUR VENDORS?
• Rosen Shingle Creek
• Peddles Flowers
• Sensational Ceremonies – Rev. Swan
• Orlando Wedding & Party Rentals – Chivari chairs, Uplighting and Monogram
• Hair – Angie Hazen
• Makeup – Makeup on Hand – Amanda Harvey
• DJ: Ian McDaniel

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We loved getting to go back to my hometown of Vero Beach for this adorable engagement shoot! Sam + Bill are members of the gorgeous John’s Island Beach Club, and it served as the perfect backdrop for their photos. Congratulations to the happy couple and their beautiful family!

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