Xuan and Anthony are getting married! After dating for 2.5 years, Xuan and Anthony are engaged and planning their dream wedding day. We met up to celebrate their gorgeous St. Pete Beach engagement session. St. Pete is one of my favorite places to have engagement sessions because of the sunset on the beach – and the gorgeous architecture in the city. It feels so fun and playful, which always helps my couples feel relaxed and excited for their sessions! I can’t wait for you to see Xuan and Anthony’s portraits!!
![bride and groom stand in front of Don Cesar Hotel in St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0150.jpg)
Their Love Story
Xuan is a dermatology PA and back in 2018, a patient was trying to set her up with her son. Xuan brushed her off, but two years later, she ran into Anthony at Forbici. Turns out, he was the patient’s son! It was always meant to be… even if Xuan didn’t recognize him at first, ha! From the start, both of them knew they were already pretty serious about each other, and it didn’t take long for them to fall in love.
![bride and groom hold hands walking on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0149.jpg)
![Don Cesar Hotel in St Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0154.jpg)
![man in white shirt kisses bride's forehead on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0151.jpg)
![man in white shirt and pink pants kisses woman's forehead on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0152.jpg)
![engaged couple hugs at sunset on beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/04/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_XA_Ruth-Terrero-Photography__0153.jpg)
A Holiday Proposal
Anthony proposed two days before Thanksgiving in 2022. Xuan was NOT expecting it – instead she thought he’d be proposing on New Year’s Eve. She got home from work that day in her scrubs and realized someone was cooking. There were scallops and some other fancy dishes and she knew immediately it wasn’t Anthony (he can’t cook!). As she walked into the house, she realized there were roses everywhere with candles. He was waiting to propose to her in their bedroom, which was so special!
![man in blue suit jacket makes woman in off-the-shoulder white gown laugh during St. Pete Beach engagement session](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_213.jpg)
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St. Pete Beach Engagement Session
Xuan and Anthony met me at St. Pete Beach for their portraits. We started up near the the Don CeSar because I just LOVE the colors there. Xuan wore a stunning off-the-shoulder white gown that was so chic and she even brought a small bouquet of flowers. Anthony had a great blue suit on and they looked amazing together. I’m so happy Xuan brought flowers – I think props can be really fun to bring some extra flair to your engagement portraits.
Before changing into the second outfit, we wandered down to the sand to capture the start of the beautiful sunset that night! The rest of their session felt so beachy – from Anthony’s white linen shirt to the champagne they enjoyed as the sun set lower into the sky. Xuan and Anthony laughed, dances, and played on the beach together. It was the perfect ending to a beautiful beach session!
![engaged couple holds hands walking in front of the Don CeSar Hotel on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_201.jpg)
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![engaged couple laugh outside pink walls of the Don CeSar Hotel](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_200.jpg)
![woman in white dress leans against pink wall at the Don CeSar Hotel with man in blue suit jacket leaning over her](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_218.jpg)
![man smiles down at woman smiling at the camera outside the Don CeSar Hotel](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_204.jpg)
![engaged couple hugs outside the Don CeSar Hotel while woman holds small bouquet](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_203.jpg)
![groom in blue jacket and pink pants hugs fiancee to him](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_202.jpg)
![man kisses woman during St. Pete Beach engagement session while laying hand on her collar bone](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_207.jpg)
![woman's hair blows in the wind with diamond clip at top](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_206.jpg)
![woman leans into man's chest in front of Don Cesar Hotel in St. Pete](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_234.jpg)
![engaged couple holds hands showing off bride's engagement ring](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_236.jpg)
![engaged couple kisses on sand in front of Don Cesar Hotel during St. Pete Beach engagement session](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_233.jpg)
![man helps fiancee down steps at the Don CeSar Hotel](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_214.jpg)
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![woman with long brown hair poses next to pink walls at the Don CeSar Hotel in white off-the-shoulder gown](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_226.jpg)
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![off-the-shoulder white gown for bride to wear during engagement photos](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_227.jpg)
![woman holds onto man's arm while holding pastel bouquet of flowers during St. Pete Beach engagement session](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_217.jpg)
![woman holds stems on small bouquet showing off diamond ring](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_216.jpg)
![woman hugs man with arm on his bicep showing off her ring](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_215.jpg)
![man in blue suit jacket makes woman in off-the-shoulder white gown laugh during St. Pete Beach engagement session](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_213.jpg)
![engaged couple walks down steps at The Don CeSar Hotel](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_212.jpg)
![bride and groom lean together nuzzling noses outside the Don CeSar Hotel](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_210.jpg)
![groom twirls bride around on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_225.jpg)
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![engaged couple hugs looking at each other at sunset on the beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_229.jpg)
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![engaged couple holds hands laughing walking on St. Pete Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_238.jpg)
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![man hugs fiancee to him during St. Pete Beach engagement session](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_241.jpg)
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![couple holds hands on beach at sunset showing off bride's ring](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/03/St.-Pete-Beach-Engagement-Session_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_239.jpg)
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