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Rustic DIY Florida Wedding: Sweet Southern Charm & Backyard BBQ

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Newlyweds kiss holding a Thank You sunflower banner

Sweet, Southern, and oh so charming this rustic DIY wedding in Florida will have you wishing for a simpler time. Laid back and easy going a traditional ceremony under a weeping willow tree was fallowed by a tasty back yard style barbecue!
You can see every last moment of Carly and Matt’s big day by visiting the full gallery right here! Photography by Alisa Sue Photography.

Bride in lace dress holding a pastel wedding bouquet

Bride and bridesmaid pose with bouquets outdoors

Bride and bridesmaids walking outdoors with sunflowers

Rustic wedding directional sign groomsmen group photo

Sweet Country Event

From Alisa Sue Photography: The simplicity, the DIY and elegance of every detail and especially the bride & groom, was such a pleasure to document. Being that the Lakeside was our first it was truly a wedding backdrop. With that being said Carly & Matt’s wedding was a perfect match to their style to their “elegant hoedown.”

Wedding sign Choose a seat not a side message

Outdoor wedding with flower girl bride and father

Outdoor wedding ceremony under mossy oak tree

Groomsmen line up with suspenders at outdoor wedding

Bride and groom embrace outdoors on their wedding day

Shop During The Week

From the Bride: I would advise to dress shop during the week days. It was calmer, your appointment time is longer, and your consultant has the opportunity to be very attentive. I’d also advise on a second pair of shoes, we had converse for the reception and it allowed us to really get dancing and let loose.

Rustic outdoor wedding reception table decor ideas

Elegant place setting with gold cutlery and floral plates

Rustic wedding table decor with branch number displays

Matt and Carly at their rustic wedding reception table

Bride and Father sharing special dance at outdoor wedding

Groom enjoys ice cream from Enjoi Sweets food truck

Cakes & Catering: 4Rivers BBQ
Fashion: Cici's Bridal Boutique | Lighting & Entertainment: DJ Scott Riley | Favors & Details: Wish Vintage
Flowers: Rich Designs Florist
Photographers: Alisa Sue Photography
Venue: Lakeside Ranch & Resort

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