A Romantic Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Naples in Naples, Florida

Aimee Recupero (29, a financial analyst) and Matt Jurgaitis (32, head of quantitative research) first met at work and became friends. “We started making plans outside of work as friends, but then we went to a Rascal Flatts concert, which turned out to be more of a first date,” says Aimee. Matt surprised her with a proposal while the pair was on a family vacation on Marco Island, Florida. They went for a walk on the beach and made hearts in the sand, which was normal for them. “I wasn’t expecting anything,” says Aimee. “Next thing I knew he was holding out a ring and asking me to marry him!” They were wed about two years later in front of 70 friends and family members in Naples, Florida. “Every element of our wedding was decided based on what guests would appreciate and enjoy,” says Aimee. Ivory, navy blue, pewter and hues of pink were used to decorate the couple’s wedding and reception. After a traditional outdoor ceremony, Aimee, Matt and their guests moved inside for a cocktail hour complete with "Lifeguard Lemonade." The signature cocktail was composed of vodka, cranberry juice and lemonade. “We actually discovered the drink during our visit to the Ritz in 2010,” says Aimee. After a plated meal overlooking the sunset from the venue’s beach house, the couple and their guests enjoyed a night of dancing to a DJ and taking pictures in a photo booth. Each friend and family member was given a personalized candy bag as their wedding favor.