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March 27, 2024

Wandering Oaks Wedding – Maximos & Alexia

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A black-tie wedding at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.

Wandering Oaks Wedding

Max and Alexia are MARRIED!! These high-school sweet hearts had a stunning black tie wedding at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida. The day was filled with so much laughter and a love like none other.

I loved the colors and vibe from the day. Max and Alexia requested all their guests to come dressed in black. With the guests dressed in their finest attire and the couple wearing white, it created a scene of classic elegance against the backdrop of nature’s beauty.

Max and Alexia have the greatest group of family and friends that hyped them up all day. It was a blast being with the bridal party and creating fun Tik-Tok’s. I loved witnessing the sweet relationship Alexia has with her mother and Nana. Her Nana gave her vintage pearls (Alexia’s favorite) to wear for her wedding day. Not only were the pearls beautiful, but they have been worn and passed down for generations!

Their Christ-centered ceremony was held under a beautiful canopy of oak trees. The ceremony was extra special because Max’s Grandfather officiated the wedding ceremony. The ceremony ended with the bride and groom braiding the Cord of Three Strands together and a special prayer with their parents.

As the sun began to set over Wandering Oaks, guests made their way to the reception area filled with Edison lights that sparkled throughout the venue. The fun and spunky personalities definitely came out during the reception. The Best Man’s speech had everyone laughing (and Max won twenty-bucks from his dare) and the choreographed father-daughter dance had everyone up and cheering!

After an incredible time dancing the night away, the couple made their grand exit through sparklers. Truly, the perfect way to end the evening. Their wedding at Wandering Oaks was unforgettable!

Scroll to see some of my favorite moments from Maximos and Alexia’s wedding!

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Bride getting ready.
A picture of the bride wearing a white dress smiling at the oak trees.
a bride and her mom
First look between bride and bridesmaids.
black and white picture of the Groom getting ready.
black and white picture of the Groom.
A first look between a father and the bride
Wedding details
The bride and groom sharing a First Look
Bride and groom reading private letters to one another.
A Sarasota wedding.
The bride and groom at Wandering Oaks wedding venue.
the bride and groom smiling at each other.
The groom and groomsmen smiling.
black and white picture of the groomsmen walking and laughing.
A black-tie bridal party.
The groom and groomsmen.
A Bride smiling in her white wedding dress.
bride and bridesmaids smiling.
bride wearing a white dress and bridesmaids wearing black dresses.
Bridesmaids laughing at each other.
Wedding at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding ceremony at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
bride and groom kissing surrounded with bubbles.
A black and white picture of the bridal party cheering.
The groom in a black and white suit.
The bride holding her white dress.
Wandering Oaks wedding venue.
Bride and Groom at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Black and white photo of the bride and groom.
Bride and Groom at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Bride and Groom wedding portraits.
Bride and Groom walking at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Bride and Groom at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Bride and Groom at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding reception at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Bride and Groom dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Bride and Father dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Groom and Mother dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
people dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Bride dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
people dancing at the wedding reception at Wandering Oaks.
Bride and groom cutting the cake.
Wedding reception sparkler exit at Wandering Oaks in Myakka City, Florida.
Black and white photo of a sparkler exit.
Deanna Grace Photography

Max and Alexia, thank you for the honor of capturing your beautiful wedding day! We had the best time getting to know you both. We pray the Lord continues to bless your lives together!

Venue | Wandering Oaks
Planner | BB Weddings and Events
Photographer | Deanna Grace Photography
Bridal Gown | The Perfect Dress Sarasota
Dress Designer | Kitty Chen
Bridesmaid Dresses | Azazie
Suits | Mens Warehouse
Florist | Oneco Florist
DJ | Events Done Right – Reiaz
Videographer | Fairytale Productions
Catering | Leroy’s Southern Kitchen
Cake | Cakes by Ron
Rentals | A’s Rental

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My husband and second shooter, Josh, and I adore traveling, spending days at Disney with our two kids, and capturing your love story in joyful, timeless images. 

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