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A Nautical Beach Wedding at Ocean Key Resort & Spa in Key West, Florida

Christy Reo (39, a District HR Manager) and Bob Petrone (48, an Operations Manager) held their destination wedding in Key West, Florida, with a beach

Christy Reo (39, a District HR Manager) and Bob Petrone (48, an Operations Manager) held their destination wedding in Key West, Florida, with a beach ceremony at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park and a tented reception on the Sunset Pier at the Ocean Key Resort & Spa. Inspired by their gorgeous location, the couple went with a beachy, nautical theme with a tropical color palette. Dried starfish used from the boutonnieres to the favor gift boxes added a nautical touch to the decor.

The groomsmen wore tiny dried starfish as boutonnieres.
Palm fans were given to guests to combat the heat during the ceremony.
A painting of palm trees and flowers served a welcome sign for guests.
The bouquets were a colorful mix of orange and pink roses complemented by white hydrangea and green berries.
Dried starfish hung off the ceremony chairs.
Christy's strapless Allure gown had chiffon gently ruched asymmetrically throughout the skirt.
The couple held their ceremony on the beach at the Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park.
The couple performed a classic sand pouring ceremony during their vows.
Blue wrapped gift boxes with a starfish tied on top were given to guests as favors.
The three tier white cake had a light blue ribbon with a starfish brooch around each layer.