What the couple requested and how we made it happen:

Shortly after booking their wedding venue, Jesse and Cory realized that planning a wedding while managing demanding careers was overwhelming, especially with only two months until the big day. Their biggest challenge was starting the planning process from scratch under such a tight deadline.

Once we began working together, I helped them streamline the entire process. We focused on securing all their vendors within three weeks, mailing invitations and finalizing the menu selection within one month, and wrapping up all remaining details within a month and a half. This efficient approach meant that everything was complete a week before the wedding, allowing Jesse and Cory to relax and enjoy quality time with their out-of-town family.

Amazing personalized details:

I was absolutely charmed by Jesse and Cory's wedding, especially their decision to include their beloved parakeets as cake toppers! A wedding that features "fur babies" or any pets truly has my heart.

The incredibly talented Nathan at Cakes By Ron did an amazing job creating exact replicas of their pets out of fondant. It was an amazing touch!

Modern Art- Navy, powder blue, sage and silver accents

Venue: Sarasota Art Museum

Photographer: Juliana Montane Photography

Cake: Cakes By Ron

Florist: Styled in Blooms

Catering: Constellations Catering

Ceremony Music: Jade Strings Entertainment

Reception DJ: TLS Entertainment

Photo Booth: The Gala Photobooth

Transportation: Siesta Trolley

Rentals: US Tent Rentals

Why they chose to work with CoraMarie Events:

“I found you because I was looking on Instagram for Sarasota-area wedding planners who had worked with gay couples before. You were the only person who I found who had truly diverse representation in your marketing materials which made me comfortable reaching out!”