Selina’s Classic Basilica Wedding in St. Augustine, Florida
Bride wearing a clean ballgown and cathedral veil to St. Augustine wedding.
Wedding Vendors:
Wedding Dress: The Bridal Finery
Photography: Photography by Ben & Kadin
Venue: Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine and The Treasury on the Plaza
Florals: The Anti Bride
Bride wears a ballgown with an underskirt and bow heels.
The Dress
Bride Selina tied the knot in the spring of 2024, wearing the Spectacular wedding dress designed by Ines Di Santo. The gown is a stunning strapless ballgown in airy Magnolia fabric featuring a deep sweetheart neckline and hand draping along the bodice of the dress. The Spectacular gown is 100% silk and was thoughtfully designed with a leg slit and peek-a-boo mini skirt detailed with lace and beading. During alterations at The Bridal Finery, our seamstress made the crinoline in the gown detachable to make the dress easy to bustle and lightweight for the reception. Her gown was great for her traditional wedding while bringing in modern flair. Selina perfectly accessorized her bridal look with a custom, hand-beaded floral royal-length veil, diamond earrings and Badgley Mischka bow heels. Still searching for your bridal heels? Take a look at our Wedding Shoe Guide next!
Wedding Ceremony at the St. Augustine Basilica.
TBF bride’s wedding in St. Augustine, Florida.
Strapless ballgown with a deep sweetheart neckline.
The Venue
Selina and Mitchell had a traditional catholic ceremony held at the incredible Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine in Florida. The Basilica’s noteworthy attributes are the overhead golden religious statues, marble flooring, and breathtaking Spanish Renaissance architecture. The ceremony was followed by the cocktail hour and reception at The Treasury on the Plaza directly next door where guests ate, danced, and celebrated. Dinner and dancing were hosted in the unique transformation of the Treasury, which was once a central bank in the 1920s. Make sure you take a look at the grand ballroom, where you can see the old bank vault!
The grand ballroom at the Treasury on the Plaza.
Bride’s wedding reception at the Treasury on the Plaza.
The wedding cake at the Treasury on the Plaza.
Wedding reception at the Treasury on the Plaza in St. Augustine, Florida.
Words From the Bride
How Did You and Your Husband Meet?
We had the same circle of friends but our paths never crossed much until 2017. Then on the night before Thanksgiving, Mitchell asked me to go with him to his work Christmas party. I thought it was just a friend thing but when I showed up he had red roses for me. We talked for hours at the party and truly just clicked. It was in those moments I knew this was going to be my forever.
Bride and groom at the St. Augustine Fort.
What Was Your Favorite Bridal Accessory?
My favorite bridal accessory would have to be my shoes. I wanted a heel that was fun but also timeless, and I found the most perfect Badgley Mischka bow heels for my day. It added that pop of fun while being classy and elegant at the same time.
Bride wearing Badgley Mischka high heels with bows.
Bride and Bridesmaids getting ready in St. Augustine.
Bride and Bridesmaids at The Basilica in St. Augustine, Florida.
What Is Your Favorite Thing About Newlywed Life?
Newlywed life is as beautiful as I could’ve imagined! People always say it’s just a ring and a piece of paper tying two people together, but truly, there’s a much deeper connection, love, and respect you develop for one another. It’s exciting because after you’re married you have so many new milestones to look forward to that the marriage isn’t the main story, it’s just another beautiful chapter in life.
St. Augustine Basilica Wedding.
Bride and Groom wedding portraits at the St. Augustine Fort.
St. Augustine, Florida wedding portraits.
Bride and Groom St. Augustine wedding.
What Advice Do You Have for Future Brides?
Choose whatever is going to make you happy! Don’t listen to what people are saying on social media or what’s trending and not trending. While it’s nice to get different ideas from certain platforms, it can get really overwhelming. My brain would go a million miles a minute trying to make a decision. If you truly love a design or an idea, go for it! Don’t let the opinions of others affect what you ultimately want. What matters the most is how you are going to feel when you look back 5, 10, 20 years from now.
St. Augustine Basilica Ceremony.
St. Augustine black tie wedding detail photos.
Reception table at The Treasury.
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