Natural & Modern Elegance: Sydney & Matan’s Wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota | Sarasota, Florida

Real Wedding
Written by Lauren Gertz

Sydney and Matan’s wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, in Downtown Sarasota, Florida, was a stunning showcase of natural elegance and modern design. Their Ceremony on the Hotel Lawn embraced a serene palette of white, beige, taupe, and lush greens, with the sparkling water just steps away and the Florida sunshine casting the perfect golden glow. After exchanging vows, guests made their way to the Ca’ d’Zan Terrace for Cocktail Hour, sipping signature drinks—like a cucumber gimlet, skinny spicy margarita, and old fashioned—while taking in the waterfront views.

The celebration continued in the Healing Garden, transformed into an enchanting Reception space beneath glowing café lights. Long wooden farm tables and crossback chairs from Palacios Events added warmth and texture, while tabletop rentals from Oak & Ash brought an elevated touch to each place setting. The black and white checkered dance floor from Palacios made a bold statement, surrounded by stylish lounge vignettes, pretty bars, an installation wall, and a white settee at the head table just for the bride and groom—all beautifully curated by Plithos Rentals.

With Curate Entertainment keeping the energy high all night, Sydney and Matan’s wedding was the perfect blend of classic romance and modern celebration. Every detail felt intentional, relaxed, and timeless—just like their love.

Vendor Team:

Coordination & Design: @mdpevents | MDP Events

Venue: @ritzcarltonsarasota | The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Florist: @lilybellafloral | Lily Bella Floral

Photographer: @kartsiephotography | Kartsie Photography

Videographer: @densmore_films | Densmore Films

DJ: @curate_entertainment | Curate Entertainment

Hair & Makeup: @beautybymelg_llc | Beauty By Mel G

Photobooth & Ceremony Musicians: @jadestrings | Jade Strings

Rentals: @palaciosevents @plithosrentals @oakandashevents | Palacios Events, Plithos Rentals & Oak and Ash Events

Transportation: @siestatrolley | Siesta Trolley

Wedding Dress: One and Only Bridal

Suit: @tomjamesclothing | Tom James Clothing

Bridesmaids: @birdygrey | Birdy Grey

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