A Winter Wonderland in St. Augustine: Cara & Justin’s Dream Wedding
From an intimate, vine-covered historic shrine to an elegant reception filled with personal touches, Cara and Justin’s winter wedding on December 6, 2025, was an absolute dream. Every detail came together beautifully under the master planning contract of Weddings by Stephanie and seamless coordination execution by Petals & Pearls Event Management.
Captured through the lens of Sydney Roessling Photography, here is a look inside their unforgettable celebration in historic St. Augustine.
The Ceremony: Historic Devotion
The couple exchanged vows at the breathtaking National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, a historic sanctuary nestled within the grounds of Mission Nombre de Dios.
The Scene: The iconic, ivy-draped stone chapel provided a deeply romantic and sacred backdrop for the ceremony.
The Florals: Aime Peterson Flowers crafted a stunning winter bridal bouquet featuring classic white roses, delicate greenery, soft textures, and subtle pinecone accents—perfectly channeling an elegant winter vibe.
The Bridal Look: Cara looked radiant with timeless curls and an elegant hairpiece styled by Jennifer Valentine Hair LLC, complementing her intricately detailed lace ballgown.
Following the ceremony, the newlyweds embraced local charm, departing the historic grounds in a classic horse-drawn carriage.
The Reception: Dinner, Dancing, and Drinks
The celebration continued down the road at Saint Italian Restaurant, where modern sophistication met warm, inviting wedding charm.
The Vibe: Guests were treated to an atmosphere of clean architectural lines, warm wood-paneled walls, and ambient lighting.
The Music: Deron Baker Music LLC kept the energy high, setting the mood for a magical first dance and a lively dance floor all evening.
Whimsical and Personal Touches
Cara and Justin made sure their beloved four-legged family members were part of the big day!
Signature Cocktails: The bar featured a custom acrylic "Signature Drinks" menu showcasing three adorable illustrated pups:
Sinatra's Sazerac Smash
Ember's Affogato Martini
Bella's Cranberry Moscow Mule
The Cake: Crème de la Cocoa designed a gorgeous two-tier white wedding cake complete with elegant piping, delicate sugar roses, a classic kissing topper, and tiny custom dog figurines peeking out from the base.
Vendors Who Made It Happen:
Contracted By: Weddings by Stephanie
Day-of Coordination: Petals & Pearls Event Management
Photography: Sydney Roessling Photography
Ceremony Venue: National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche
Reception Venue: Saint Italian Restaurant
Floral Design: Aime Peterson Flowers
Cake Design: Crème de la Cocoa
Music & Entertainment: Deron Baker Music LLC
Hair Styling: Jennifer Valentine Hair LLC
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