The Estate on the Halifax Wedding Jessica and Jonathan

The Estate on the Halifax Wedding is a special day that I love to look back on. We had so much fun spending time with Jessica and Jon, along with their families and friends. They definitely know how to party and I simply could not get over how amazing everything turned out on their special day.

Jessica and Jon have been together since their senior year in high school. After being long distance in college, they are now happily together in Florida. They have so many cute things they love to do together, including fun date nights. In fact, every Tuesday is their date night of dollar tacos and also discount movies. Sounds pretty perfect to me!

Now here’s the wonderful story of the proposal. Jon always said that when he proposed it would be just the two of them and then they would see their families afterwards. When it came down to the actual moment, Jon kept his word. He began by telling her they were going to take the boat out on Easter weekend in Ocala while his parents were out. It started to pour while they were on the water, but eventually they escaped the rain and ended up having a nice day on the beach.

As they were heading back Jon turned off the boat, got down on one knee and pulled out a ring box. Right after Jessica happily said yes she heard screaming and cheering from behind her. She turned around and both of their families and friends, along with a banner saying “Jess will you marry me” were waiting for them on the dock. Needless to say, it went from a perfect proposal to a perfect engagement party.

Now on to the wedding. I admit, the weather had me worried, but that is something you get used to in Florida. Thankfully it never officially rained and their wedding day was absolutely perfect. The Estate on the Halifax is such a beautiful venue. The grounds are lovely and unique. Right in the front they even have a restored 1946 Tavern Lounge Car where the groom gets ready. It’s so neat to see in person!

Their outdoor ceremony was decorated with beautiful flowers in soft colors of pinks, purples and whites. They had even incorporated a romantic candle lighting ceremony. The reception space known as The Tavern has so much original character and it’s a great space for entertaining. I just can’t get over how amazing this day was for Jessica and Jon and I hope you all enjoy these lovely photos from The Estate on the Halifax Wedding.

xoxo,

Bumby

Vendors

Venue: The Estate on the Halifax

Planner: At Last Wedding + Event Design

Officiant: Sensational Ceremonies

Photography: Bumby Photography

Videography: Brandon Kari Productions

Cake: Delectable Delights

DJ and Lighting: Thompson Entertainment, DJ Scott Thompson

Catering: Aunt Catfish’s on the River

Floral and Linen: Rachael Kasie Designs

Hair and Makeup: Eye Do Makeup and Hair

The Estate on the Halifax Wedding venue. An old clock and wedding direction sign in the yard. Wooden welcome sign for wedding. Hanging wedding dress and bouquet and blue sparkly wedding shoes. Sparkly blue wedding shoes with bride's garter hanging on them. Bride's mother zipping up wedding dress with bride holds her bridesmaids hands. Bride's mom tying a bow on the back of her daughter's wedding dress. Bride putting on her shoes with the help of her mother and bridesmaids. Bride putting on her left earring and other accessories. Bride sitting down and opening a wedding gift from her fiancé. Close up of a note written by the groom to his bride on their wedding day. Gifts of perfume and a necklace for the bride from her groom. Bride putting on the necklace her groom gave her on their wedding day. Photo of the grooms black shoes, gray jacket, blue bowtie and white rose boutonnière. White rose boutonnières for the Estate on the Halifax wedding. Groom putting on his cufflinks as he gets ready for his wedding. Groom fully dressed in a light gray suit with a blue bowtie and waiting for his wedding. Groom opening a gift from his bride for their wedding day. Groom showing off socks and a watch given to him for a wedding gift. Groom putting on a new watch his bride gave him for their wedding day and showing his white rose boutonnière on his jacket. The Estate on the Halifax bride waiting to see the groom for the first time. Groom walking up to surprise his bride. Bride and groom seeing each other at their first look. Bride turns around to see her groom for the first time on their wedding day. Couple holding hands as they see each other for the first time on their wedding day. Groom holding his bride's hand as they look at each other in a garden. Bride and groom posing for photos at the Estate on the Halifax. Groom whispering in his bride's ear while she smiles. Bride and groom posing for a photo in the garden at the Estate on the Halifax wedding. Full photo of a bride standing in the garden in her white wedding dress. Bride looking away at the sky while she stands in the garden. Bride standing on a bridge over a small creek at the Estate on the Halifax. Portrait of the groom outdoors on his wedding day. Groom standing among trees at wedding venue in Central Florida. Portrait of the bride in her full wedding ensemble. Close up photo of the brides bouquet that has pink, purple, and white flowers and greenery. Bride showing off her veil. Bride and groom snuggling before wedding. Bride and groom standing in front of old column structure. Couple kissing while standing on a covered bridge over the water. Bride and groom kissing on a bridge. Groom holding his bride while they stand on the wooden bridge. Bride laughing while the groom holds her when they are standing on a wooden bridge. Bride and groom holding each other and looking into each other's eyes while standing next to a railroad. Groom holding his brides hand while she walks on railroad tracks and then he kisses her. Bride and groom walking on the sidewalk next to each other and kissing. Bride and groom kissing each other with a white iron fence behind them. Unity candle ceremony setup. Purple, pink and white flower decorations at The Estate on the Halifax Wedding ceremony. Wedding ceremony chairs with greenery decorating the corner of them. Groom's parents lighting the unity candle. Bride's parents lighting the unity candle. Groom walking in to the ceremony with his groomsmen. Bride walking down the aisle while her mother and groom smile at her. Groom smiling at his bride while her parents give her away. Bride hugs her mom and groom shakes her dad's hand. Bride and groom saying their vows to each other. Bride and groom lighting their unity candle during their wedding ceremony. Just married couple share their first kiss of their marriage. Bride posing with her bridesmaids and doing a toast. Groom posing with his groomsmen while they show off their matching socks. The entire wedding party with the bride and the groom. Setup of the cocktail hour tables. Cocktail table centerpiece of an ivory rose with some greenery. Welcome sign and table seating chart made of different picture frames. Wedding reception tables and centerpiece. The Estate on the Halifax wedding reception table centerpieces. Centerpiece of purple roses and greenery. Sweetheart table set up for the bride and groom. Wedding cake decorated with hidden superhero logos on the back. Wedding cake topper of the couple holding a sign with their last name. Bride and groom kissing after entering their wedding reception. Newlyweds share their first dance as a married couple. Bride and groom having their first dance. Bride dances with her father at her wedding. Bride and her father do a surprise coordinated dance. Groom leading his mother to the dance floor for their mother and son dance. Mother dances with her son at his wedding. Bride and groom cut into their wedding cake. Groom gets ready to dance the night away at his wedding. Wedding guest dance at wedding. Bride and groom having fun while dancing with friends and family at their wedding. Older couple and the newlywed couple slow dancing at wedding. Bride and groom kiss outdoors at night while family and friends wave glow sticks around them.