A Glamorous Burgundy-Hued Wedding at Laplaya Beach and Golf Resort in Naples, Florida

When planning their wedding, attorneys Charnele and Joe let emotion and feeling lead the way. That motto started with their venue, LaPlaya. “We were so moved by the ceremony space overlooking the ocean,” Charnele says. “It just felt like the epitome of romance.” Next, Charnele followed the same path to her dress, the design of which inspired the couple’s wedding décor. “When I tried it on and closed my eyes, I pictured the whole day falling into place,” Charnele says. From there, the day’s soft burgundy color palette, romantic velvet textures and hints of sparkle did just that. 

To match the rich burgundy dahlias in their wreaths, Charnele’s gals wore sand-sweeping gowns in the same deep shade. Romantic roses, scabiosa and dahlias filled vintage-inspired vases positioned alongside tall burgundy taper candles.  Charnele paired her beaded mermaid gown with a little extra bling: sparkling Christian Louboutin heels and her “something new,” a sapphire and diamond necklace from Joe.