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Cowboys Wed: Whitney & David | Outdoor Florida Weddings

Posted by edisonfordwinterestates On October 19th

When Oklahoma State Alumni, Whitney and David, wed this October at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida, their “Cowboy” roots showed through (see the bridesmaids’ boots). With relatives visiting Fort Myers from across the country and wedding photos of their grandparents’ weddings displayed, this autumn wedding was mostly about family.

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: David and his posse pose for a photo before David sees his bride.

: Cowboy boots in hand, the bridesmaids rush to Whitney’s side for last minute touch ups.

: A bouquet of orange and yellow flowers ringed in autumn leaves is perfect for this October wedding.

: Before the ceremony begins, Whitney & David have a “first glimpse” of each other in the Moonlight Garden.

: Wedding photos from grandparents adorn the table with baskets of programs and fans.

: Custom fans with Whitney & David’s engagement photos were given to guests.

: Whitney & David exchanged vows in the Royal Palm Allee in front of an organza covered arch adorned with pussywillow branches.

: The entire bridal party gathers for a dramatic photo in the lofty fig tree on Edison’s front gardens.

: Is there anything more epic than a photo in the roots of the Mysore Fig Tree?

: Whitney & David getaway via the Rum Runner boat to their reception at Rum Runners in Cape Coral.

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

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

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

Flowers: Cape Coral Floral Designs / 239.772.3377 / www.capeflorist.com

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

Posted by edisonfordwinterestates On September 24th

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):

: 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.

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

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

: 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.

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

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

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

: 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Posted by edisonfordwinterestates On June 11th

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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: 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.

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

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

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

: The groomsmen nearly carry the beautiful bride away!

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

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

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

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

: 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.

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

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

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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Fort Myers Waterfront Wedding Venue | La Vie En Rose: Virginia & Cameron's Wedding

Posted by edisonfordwinterestates On April 15th

When looking through the photos of Virginia and Cameron’s March wedding in the Coconut Grove at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, “Pretty In Pink” is what comes to mind. There are elements that hint at an “Old Florida” theme and there are even a few references to birds, a play on Cameron’s last name, Byrd. But the theme most important to the couple when planning their big day was “Fun.”

Fun is definitely what they got when they hired wedding planners Kristi Edwards and Julie Johnson of Happily Ever After to make their dreams become reality. Below is the proof in photos taken by Luminaire Foto.

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: The girls had a great time goofing off while getting ready at Virginia’s parents’ home.

: Virginia’s gifts to her bridesmaids included pink satin robes with the girls initials embroidered, matching flip flops, funky sunglasses, and pearl necklaces.

: It was hard to resist references to our winged friends when the couple’s last name is Byrd.

: The pink and orange invitation suite featured tropical frangipani flowers.

: White hydrangeas and pink roses were tied to the chairs and the aisle was lined on either side with rose petals.

: A throwback to the laid back lifestyle of the old south, the rings were carried in on bamboo cane fishing poles.

: Virginia and Cameron chose Edison’s Coconut Grove overlooking the Caloosahatchee River and Thomas Edison’s Pier for their ceremony location.

: Virginia’s bridesmaids wore strapless knee length dresses in baby blue with ivory sashes. Their bouquets were bright pink and white roses.

: Cameron’s groomsmen looked especially dapper with their navy vests and baby blue ties. Their boutonnieres were white roses.

: Taking advantage of the exotic and oh-so-photogenic trees that populate the Estates, the bridal party is artfully arranged in the Lofty Fig.

: The Moonlight Garden is especially beautiful in March as the bougainvillea is in full bloom.

: Cameron sweeps Virginia off her feet in front of the Mysore Fig Tree on Henry Ford’s Riverside Lawn.

: Virginia and Cameron were whisked away in a 1926 Model T getaway car.

: The reception was pretty in pink with orchids, roses, and hydrangea centerpieces topped with jewel draped branches. The brown chivari chairs donned pink sashes and the tables were named after Florida birds.

: Mason’s Bakery created a classic white wedding cake adorned with pink roses.

: Virginia and her dad secretly took dance lessons and performed a choreographed routine to a medley of various tunes.

: What started off as a sweet slow dance to “Isn’t She Lovely” quickly morphed into a hilarious ensemble including “Walk Like An Egyptian” and “Cotton Eye Joe” (seen here).

: What could be more fun at a wedding reception than a photo booth?

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

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

Transportation: Model T Chauffeur Services / 239.694.3969 / www.modeltchauffeur.com / info@modeltchauffeur.com

Wedding Planning: Happily Ever After / 239.433.4625 / www.happilyeverafter4u.com / happilyeverafter4u@comcast.net

Photography: Luminaire Foto / 239.848.8926 / www.luminairefoto.com / karl@luminairefoto.com

Reception Location: The Edison Restaurant / 239.936.9348 / www.edisonfl.com / liana@edisonfl.com

Wedding Cake: Mason’s Bakery / 239.334.4525 / www.masonsbakery.com / chrisk@masonsbakery.com

Invitations: The Paper Mill / 239.437.2252 / www.thepapermill-florida.net / loveis@thepapermill-florida.net

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Timeless Wedding at Historic Home: Haley & David

Posted by edisonfordwinterestates On December 22nd

Haley and David made it official this December. Their wedding ceremony took place in the Royal Palm Allee on the historic riverside property of Henry Ford at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, Florida. There were so many perfect little details that made this dream wedding a magical one.

: Bridesmaids wore beautiful, long purple gowns – each a little different than the other.

: The groomsmen wore long coats and wide purple ties, reflecting the era of the historic Estates.

: Hydrangea balls on shepherds hooks decked the aisle between the palms in the Royal Palm Allee.

: Roses, lilies, and hydrangeas decorated the ceremony space.

: The flower girl raced the bagpiper down the aisle!

: The brides bouquet of hydrangeas, roses, and calla lilies was adorned with a long string of pearls.

: The couple chose a sand ceremony with purple & black sand to symbolize their union.

: David and Haley walk down the Royal Palm Allee, newly wed.

: The newlywed couple takes a minute to wave goodbye before taking off in their antique getaway.

: The couple steal away in an authentic 1926 Model T.

: The couple pose next to their getaway car.

: A special moment is captured in the Model T’s side mirror.

: The couple’s happiness is reflected in the pool at the Moonlight Garden.

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

Photography: Images Wedding Photography / 239.283.9811 / www.imagesweddingphotography.com / jdean0001@hotmail.com

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

Flowers: Cape Coral Floral Design / 239.772.3377 / www.capeflorist.com / info@capeflorist.com

Transportation: Model T Chauffeur Services / 239.694.3969 / www.modeltchauffeur.com / info@modeltchauffeur.com

Music: Hugh the Bagpiper / 239.440.7257 / www.hughthebagpiper.com / info@hughthebagpiper.com

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Cowboys Wed: Whitney & David | Outdoor Florida Weddings

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

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

Fort Myers Waterfront Wedding Venue | La Vie En Rose: Virginia & Cameron's Wedding

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