A Waterfront, Starfish-Themed Wedding at the Ritz Carlton Beach Club in Sarasota, Florida

Erica Simensen (38 and works in human resources) and Jim Hahn (37 and a commercial truck driver) met online and instantly felt a connection. The couple dated for six years before Jim popped the question. For their wedding, a location near the water seemed like an obvious choice for the beach-loving couple and the Ritz Carlton Beach Club in Sarasota, FL fit the bill. The outdoor terrace, where the couple exchanged vows, offered a breathtaking backdrop for the affair, surrounded by lush palm trees and gorgeous views of the sparkling blue water. A bright blue, red and coral color palette heightened the beauty of the natural setting and offered a fresh twist on traditional fall hues. A starfish motif was incorporated into the day as a nod to the locale, translating into the escort cards, aisle decorations and watercolor illustrations on the table numbers.