WEDDINGS W bouquet with orchids, roses, dried florals and a disco ball. The groom wore green. A custom velvet tuxedo jacket by Luca Falcone made the local gators green with envy. Paired with a festive boutonniere, it perfectly suited the event’s tropical design palate. Exotic floral displays by Destiny Pinson created a fantasy-inspired tropical garden scene. (In line with the couple’s sustainability passion, the florals have been repurposed and utilized for holiday event decor and branded photo shoots.) Subtle is not a term that should ever be applied to this effervescent event. Inspired and elegant cuisine was catered by Patti Constantin. Innovative pairings featured thoughtful dishes and signature drinks crafted with the family’s El Guapo favorites, created by master mixologists from Jewel of the South. The Rose 75, a sparkling wine twist on the classic French 75, lifted spirits with Torres brandy, El Guapo Rose cordial and lemon. Three sacks of oysters were shucked onsite, and guests enjoyed January February 2024 swgaliving.com / 63