Destination Florida: Amanda & Scott’s Wedding | Destination Weddings Venue

Colorado couple, Amanda and Scott, opted for a destination wedding at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers this past August.  With only one bridesmaid, one groomsman, and two guests, the event was as intimate as they come.

In an effort to dodge the afternoon storms that are so prevalent during the Florida summer, the wedding ceremony was held at 11am in the Royal Palm Allee on the Ford Property.  Though the wedding was small, the details were almost as beautiful as the bride.  After vows were made, rings exchanged, and photos taken, the group of six went out for wedding brunch!  Amanda and Scott spent their time in Florida exploring the Everglades and the Florida Keys.  Now that’s a destination wedding done right!

Below are some photos taken by Jamie Lee Photography of the wedding day (click photos to enlarge):

Amanda & Scott enjoy a few minutes looking out over the Caloosahatchee River before the midday summer storm rolls in.

The Coconut Grove is a choice location for a clear view of Edison’s Pier and the Caloosahatchee River.

The Roxburgh Fig tree provides a little shade for our love birds on an August afternoon.

Photographer, Jamie Lee did a wonderful color alteration on this photo that gives you a sense of time-gone-by.

Amanda & Scott take cover from the August sun under the vine covered Pergola.

The Edison Guest House is a romantic backdrop in this photo. With 14 ft wrap around verandas and spanish moss hanging overhead, it is the epitome of Old Florida Style.

You can’t have a wedding at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates and miss the opportunity to climb into the Mysore Fig tree!

I am always impressed by the beauty and simplicity of the Royal Palm Allee on the Ford Property.

The intimate wedding ceremony took place under 75 foot colossal trees in the Royal Palm Allee on the Ford Property.

Amanda walked solo (and gracefully, too) from the Ford Home, between two rows of Royal Palms, to meet her future husband, Scott at the end of the aisle.

Before the ceremony begins, Scott and his Best Man chill out on the roots of the Mysore Fig Tree.

Amanda’s maid of honor does the final touches in the Edison Caretaker’s House.

Clockwise from top left: Amanda’s wedding dress, white satin wedding shoes, bridal updo, orange lily boutonniere, matching yellow socks with marlins depicted on the Groom & Best Man, Amanda’s bouquet of orange and yellow calla lilies with seashell detail on the ribbon.

Ceremony & Photo Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions/ weddings@edisonfordwinterestaets.org

Photography: Jamie Lee Photography / 239.872.0419 /www.jamieleephotography.com / sales@jamieleephotography.com

Flowers: Libby’s Flowers / 239.278.1500 /www.libbysflowershop.com / muffy@libbysflowershop.com

Officiant: Greg Sander of Libby’s Flowers / 239.278.1500 /www.libbysflowershop.com / muffy@libbysflowershop.com

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BRIDAL BLAST is here!

Come out to BRIDAL BLAST at Germain Arena this Sunday and stop by the Estates booth.  Bridal Blast is put on by the National Association of Wedding Professionals and is the largest bridal show in Southwest Florida.  Brides get in FREE!  Great prizes, bridal fashion show, and more!  See you there!

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Lemonade Wedding Social

Come see the Estates booth at the Lemonade Wedding Bridal Social this Sunday!

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Vintage Bridal Boutique | Photo Location Fort Myers, FL

What could be more appropriate for a wedding at an historic site like the Edison & Ford Winter Estates than a vintage wedding gown?   Photographer, Michael Owen, of Audrey Snow Photography, captured these amazing images.  Dresses were provided by Belle Encore Boutique which will be opening soon in Southwest Florida.

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Photography: Audrey Snow Photography / 239.334.7669 / www.audreysnowphotography.com / audrey@audreysnowphotography.com

Wedding Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions / weddings@edisonfordwinterestates.org

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In Fine Feather: Sara & Steven’s Peacock Wedding | Southwest Florida Wedding Location

After meeting fashion-forward hair stylist, Sara, I knew right away that her wedding would be fabulous!  With bright blues and golds on her wedding color palette and accents with regal peacock feathers, she certainly did not disappoint.  Sara and Steven were wed on a beautiful April evening at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida.  Jesse Netsch Photography captured the details.

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Several centerpieces were comprised of foam balls covered in peacock feathers paired with orchids.

After the ceremony, the bridesmaids bouquets of roses, hydrangeas, and peacock feathers doubled as reception centerpieces.

Each guest was given a single peacock feather as a momento. Feather’s doubled as table decor as they were tucked into gold satin napkins at the place settings.

The wedding cake was a classic white fondant with a monogramed cake topper and a single elegant feather.

I think many will agree that we get some of the most beautiful sunsets here in Southwest Florida.

The amber glow of the setting sun made everything feel romantic.

The bougainvillea in the Moonlight Garden was in full bloom this April.

The groomsmen nearly carry the beautiful bride away!

Rather than throw rice, guests were given paper cones filled with yellow rose petals to toss as the newlyweds made their getaway.

Sara & Steven tied the knot in the Royal Palm Allee on the historic riverfront property of Henry Ford.

Sara carried a classic white bouquet of calla lilies and hydrangeas.

The bride gazes out of her hotel window over downtown Fort Myers while also showing off the dramatic back of her wedding dress and her feather hair accessory.

Ceremony Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions/ / weddings@edisonfordwinterestates.org

Ceremony Chairs: Creative Events & Rentals / 239.768.6393 / www.creativeevents1.com / info@creativeevents1.com

Photography: Jesse Netsch Photography / 239.691.6719 / www.jessenetschphotography.com / jnetschphoto@hotmail.com

Reception Location: Royal Palm Yacht Club / 239.334.2176 / www.royal-palm-yacht-club.com / rpycbqt@embarqmail.com

Wedding Cake:  Publix Bakery / www.publix.com

Table Linens:  Connie Duglin Specialty Linen / 239.593.0389 / www.connieduglinlinen.com / naplesdiv3@connieduglinlinen.com

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A Natural Attraction: Kasee and Steven’s Engagement Session | Fort Myers Event Venue

When searching for the perfect location to have their engagement portraits taken, outdoor enthusiasts Kasee and Steven were drawn to the diverse natural setting of the Edison & Ford Winter Estates.  These fantastic photos taken by photographer Deanna Sommella of Captivating Creations make for the perfect beginning to the new chapter in their lives together.

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Photography: Captivating Creations / Deanna Sommella / 239.910.6736 / captivatingcreationsbydeanna@yahoo.com

Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions/ / weddings@edisonfordwinterestates.org

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Fort Myers Wedding Location | Simple Elegance: Ashley & Justin’s Intimate Wedding

With only their closest friends and family present, Ashley and Justin had the small intimate wedding they dreamed of.  They were married in the fall in the Royal Palm Allee at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida.  The green and white florals were all designed by the bride’s family. 

“The wedding was very small and simple, but i still just love looking at the pictures,” says Ashley. 

So do we – take a look (click on photos to enlarge):

The Edison Pier at sunset.

Sunset on the Ford Property

The bridal party in the Moonlight Garden.

The happy couple pose for a photo inside the historic home of Henry Ford.

The wedding took place in the Royal Palm Allee on the riverside of the Ford estate.

Justin got his first glance of Ashley in the privacy of the Moonlight Garden before the ceremony.

The bride’s elegant hairstyle.

The clasic white and green bouquet was designed by the bride’s family.

Ashley and her flower girl in the Caretaker’s House.

Ceremony Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions/ / weddings@edisonfordwinterestates.org

Ceremony Chairs: Creative Events & Rentals / 239.786.6393 / www.creativeevents1.com / info@creativeevents1.com

Photography: Photo Plus / 239.243.8655 / www.myframedphoto.com

Hair & Make Up: The Hair Gallery Salon and Day Spa / 239.549.3120 / www.hairgallerysalonanddayspa.com / hairgallerysalon@embarqmail.com

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Florida Wedding Venue | Two of a Kind: Ranee and Rene’s Wedding

When you meet your soulmate, you expect to have a lot in common.  Having a common first name is not on that list of expectations.  Though they spell it differently, I couldn’t help but call these two “The Ranees” (or “The Renes” – depending on who you ask). 

The wedding took place on a beautiful November afternoon in the Royal Palm Allee on the historic Ford Property at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, FL.  The tropical turquoise and coral decor really popped against the natural greens and browns of the Estates grounds.  The photos below were taken by Meagan Mason Photography.

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A wedding at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates is not complete without a photo in front of the famous Banyan Tree.

Before starting their new lives together, the happy couple take a moment in the Moonlight Garden to reflect on their history together.

Ranee and Rene in the vine covered pergola between Edison’s main house and guest house.

The newly weds share a kiss in Henry Ford’s living room.

The whole gang gathers on the steps of the Ford House.

Rene and his groomsmen find a comfortable place in the sprawling roots of the Mysore Fig Tree.

The bridesmaids wore stunning turquoise dresses with coral colored flowers in their hair.

The ceremony was held in the Royal Palm Allee on the Ford Property.

Ranee looked stunning in her strapless wedding gown with turquoise sash.

Ceremony Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / http://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/weddings-receptions// weddings@edisonfordwinterestates.org

Ceremony Chairs: Creative Events & Rentals / 239.768.6393 / www.creativeevents1.com / info@creativeevents1.com

Florist: Balloons & Flowers To Go / 239.278.0770 / www.balloonsandflowerstogo.com / balloonsandflowerstogo@yahoo.com

Photography: Meagan Mason Photography / www.myspace.com/megmasonphoto / MasonM620@gmail.com

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Winter Wedding: Adelie and Ben

Beneath the twinkling holiday lights and the crisp December air, Adelie and Ben declared their vows.  With Ben’s family flying in from England for the occasion, the two decided on a sunset wedding two days before Christmas to be held at the festively decorated Edison & Ford Winter Estates.  The palm trees were decked in strings of colored lights, but they did not compare to the radient Adelie as she made her way down the Royal Palm Allee on the Ford Property.  Take a peek at these outstanding photos taken by Maria Angela Photography.

The newlyweds stopped to take a photo with Fort Myers’ most beloved sweethearts, Thomas and Mina Edison.

Though the Estates are beginning to bustle with nighttime tours, nothing can break the lovespell in the Moonlight Garden.

Ben and Adelie take a moment to enjoy the spectacular sunset at Mr. Edison’s Pier on the Caloosahatchee River.

The lovebirds find themselves entangled in the roots of the majestic Mysore Fig Tree.

With the Estates already decorated for Holiday Nights, there was little else to do but enjoy.

Adelie can barely contain her excitement as she and Ben are officially announced husband and wife!

Adelie’s brides maids wore long navy satin gowns and carried simple bouquets of hydrangea.

Ceremony Location: Edison & Ford Winter Estates / 239.334.7419 / www.efwefla.org/wedding.asp / info@efwefla.org

Ceremony Chairs and Arch: Creative Events & Rentals / 239.768.6393 / www.creativeevents1.com / info@creativeevents1.com

Photography: Maria Angela Photography / 239.348.5065 / www.maria-angela.com / maria@maria-angela.com

Flowers: JH Designs / 239.277.0544 / www.jhdesigns.invitations.com / jhdesigns@embarmail.com

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2nd Annual Bridal Fair at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates

Join the Edison & Ford Winter Estates at the Tropical Florida Bridal Fair on Sunday, January 24th, 2010 from 1pm-5pm.  Over 40 vendors will be on site at Southwest Florida’s premiere wedding venue to answer your questions and display their work.  Enjoy two bridal fashion shows featuring wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, menswear and more, hosted by Lace & Roses Bridal.  Sample menu favorites from local caterers, listen to music from area musicians, and learn a move or two from the dance performers of Rhythm In Motion Dance Studio.  Come down to the Riverside Lawn to see the Wedding Reception Showcase from Creative Events & Rentals and Studio Six Eleven Events.  There will be giveaways throughout the afternoon, so be sure to come early and stick around.  Brides get in FREE and all others are just $5 at the door.  Call the Estates Event Department at 239.334.7419 for more information.

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