October along the Gulf Coast is almost undeniably one of the most gorgeous times of year. We still enjoy warm days along the beach, yet the sweltering heat has mostly disappeared. This makes for perfect wedding weather!
Destin and Santa Rosa Beach, along 30A, are popular locations for venues for destination beach weddings, especially for folks who live in the South East. There are a variety of accommodations for any sized wedding. Some couples choose to elope with a small, private ceremony on the beach and honeymoon for the rest of their stay. Other couples go all out, renting beach houses for their guests and family members, so everyone can enjoy a beach vacation as well as the wedding ceremony and reception.
The Triple Crown beach house on 30A in Seagrove Beach, Florida was the perfect venue for Mary Hannah and her finance, Chandler. It is a magnificent three story home with a private pool, large lawn, and stunning beach view and access. Triple Crown was able to house Mary Hannah and her family as well as Chandler, serve as a wedding ceremony site on the beach, and host the reception on the lawn with plenty of room to dance and party!
Here are just a few my favorite photos and portraits from that gorgeous October wedding!
Hair and Make up: The Grove Salon
Cake: Publix
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Triple Crown Beach house in Seagrove Beach/30A
Custom Signs: Mochas and Mountains
Photographer: Caitie Beth Nelson of Amy and Caitie Photography out of Miramar Beach, Florida
Experience and planning are always the requirements for your wedding photographers, especially on the beach! Do your homework when choosing a beach portrait or wedding photographer. Call him or her. Ask questions! Get a feel of his or her attitude and professionalism. The clients we serve are generally in the Destin, 30A, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Seaside, Inlet Beach, Seagrove Beach and Grayton Beach areas which means we serve a lot of out-of-towners. Your time is precious and your wedding is a one time event, so don't just hire any beach photographer for your best day ever! If I am booked I always refer my clients to other trusted local professional photographers. Contact me 850-217-5500 for availability or other information. I'm happy to help!