A Classic Outdoor Wedding at Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West, Florida

From the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum venue to a regal ball gown, Beatriz Alemar (28 and a business consultant) and Chadwick Johr’s (39 and a physician) wedding was nothing short of timeless. "Everything from the flowers to the decor matched that elegant, classic style I was going for,” says Beatriz. Limelight Photography captured the day as it began with a sweet ceremony and ended in a fun outdoor reception under a canopy of string lighting. Simply You Weddings and Prestige Party Rentals transformed the renowned writer's backyard into a simple and modern reception space surrounded by lush greenery. They complemented the area with metal lanterns, white hydrangea centerpieces and candlelight. “I wouldn't have been able to do anything without our wedding planner, Erica Fuhrman," says Beatriz. Another stunning detail was her regal Mon Cheri ball gown with champagne embroidery. The team at Bijou Bridal helped Beatriz find the dress before she even started looking! "While shopping for a bridesmaid dress for my sister-in-law's wedding, we stumbled onto the perfect dress," says Beatriz. "It was a pristine sample and suited my personality very well." She personalized the stunning champagne-detailed gown with a custom sweetheart neckline. For future couples, Beatriz shares a tip: "Hiring a wedding planner will save you a lot of time and stress -- especially if you're having a destination wedding. We still made all of the decisions, but it was so nice to have someone narrow vendors and options down. I knew I could trust whomever she recommended.”