A Classic Jewish Wedding at the Addison in Boca Raton, Florida

From the all-white florals to the chiffon-draped chuppah, everything about Melissa Samowitz (28 and an accountant) and Derek Goldsmith’s (28 and an attorney) white wedding was classic. The Addison’s twin banyan trees were accented with rows of simple white folding chairs and sleek black lanterns along the aisle as the couple started their day with an outdoor ceremony in Boca Raton, Florida. Dalsimer Atlas, the couple’s florist, placed twin bouquets of white roses and white hydrangeas on each post of the chuppah. “The Addison is so beautiful that you don't need to do much,” Melissa says. She came into the ceremony in a gorgeous trumpet wedding dress from Bijou Bridal that stood out against their simple decor. White lace cascaded down from the illusion neckline onto the overlay of her grand neutral skirt. She paired the dress with a simple fingertip-length veil. After the couple exchanged vows, they ended the night inside their venue. Amber uplighting filled the room as each table was met with white linens and black chiavari chairs. The couple's florist designed lush white rose and hydrangea halos around black lanterns for the centerpieces. Another standout detail: their all-white wedding cake. The team from Creative Cake Factory baked an elegant round confection with delicate swirl piping, white blooms and white dots along each tier. Poirier Wedding Photography captured every moment of the day, below. Melissa shares a tip: “Don't leave each other's side the entire night. Greet people together and dance together, so you are both in all photos.”