Congratulations, Verel and Delvon! After being together for 10 years, they’re officially husband and wife. They planned a gorgeous Tampa wedding day at the Rusty Pelican, that really leaned into the tropical vibes of Florida. It was a beautiful celebration and I’m so honored I was able to celebrate with Verel, Delvon, and their guests.
![groom leans into bride for a kiss with veil floating behind them at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_32.jpg)
Their Love Story
Verel and Delvon met while they were at Florida A&M University in 2013. Verel is originally from Trinidad & Tobago and he’s from Pensacola. They were both studying to be pharmacists and met over potato chips in orientation. In fact, Verel made the first move – she told Delvon she was hungry and he bought her chips. They began talking and right away, Verel knew that Delvon would one day be her husband! They’ve truly been inseparable ever since. In 2021, they got engaged and as of their wedding day, they’ve been together for 10 years. When I asked Verel and Delvon about what they loved about each other, I was so happy to hear their responses. She loves how caring he is, and how put together he is and complements her. She loves how he treats other women, without interest, how respectful and kind, giving and a gentleman he is. It’s so sweet!
![bride and groom laugh during The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_33.jpg)
![black and white photo of bride hugging groom with lace of wedding dress sleeve near her wrist](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_37.jpg)
![bride smiles under veil in wedding gown with lace sleeves](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_42.jpg)
![bride shows off engagement ring and lace of wedding dress sleeve on groom's chest](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_91.jpg)
Tampa Wedding Day at The Rusty Pelican
The day of Verel and Delvon’s wedding day, it was raining pretty hard. However, luckily, the weather cleared up in time for their outdoor ceremony. It wound up being so beautiful! I absolutely loved the fun tropical vibes that Verel and Delvon chose to include in their ceremony at the gazebo at the Rusty Pelican. Verel’s bridesmaids carried bouquets featuring gorgeous large leaves and the bridal party wore bright pink gowns and ties, too. It was amazing and it turns out that Verel’s mother actually created the arrangements and decor! Before the ceremony, Verel and Delvon also shared an emotional first look. Those overflowing emotions carried into the ceremony, too. Seriously, it was perfect!
![bride reaches for groom during first look in reception room at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_57.jpg)
![groom grins at bride during first look during Tampa FL wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_46.jpg)
![tropical flowers on gazebo at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_93.jpg)
![bride laughs with bridesmaids in bright pink gowns carrying tropical bouquets](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_43.jpg)
![newlyweds stand together under trees in Tampa FL](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_29.jpg)
![bride and groom stand with wedding party in navy suits and pink gowns](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_61.jpg)
![purple and white cascading tropical bouquet for bride](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_40.jpg)
Tropical Inspired Wedding Reception
Verel and Delvon’s reception took place inside the event space at the Rusty Pelican. It looked out over the water in Tampa, FL and was so gorgeous. Verel and Delvon brought more tropical vibes into the reception – with gold and green decor that Verel’s mother designed. Paired with white table cloths, the tropical centerpieces really popped! I loved capturing some quiet moments with Verel and Delvon inside the reception space during their first look. It was a great time to see the beautiful decor, but also have a moment alone! The best part of their reception might be Verel’s second gown. It was so fun – with feathered accents on the shoulders and a form fitting shape. Absolutely gorgeous!!
![wedding stationery for tropical wedding at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_48.jpg)
![palm trees and pineapple guest book for wedding at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_83.jpg)
![bride holds cascading tropical bouquet of purple and white flowers](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_92.jpg)
![gold and tropical flower centerpieces for The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding reception](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_56.jpg)
![tiered wedding cake with orchids for FL wedding reception](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_76.jpg)
![The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding reception with tropical centerpieces](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_72.jpg)
![newlyweds stand together in reception space at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_58.jpg)
![bride and groom sit at sweetheart table with wicked chair and tropical plants at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_67.jpg)
Verel and Delvon, congratulations! I absolutely loved every moment of your bright, tropical wedding day at The Rusty Pelican. This was the perfect way to celebrate 10 years together – and the start of your next chapter as newlyweds together!
![bride's jewelry in peach box before The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_49.jpg)
![tropical wedding stationery for Florida wedding with bride's shoes and jewelry](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_52.jpg)
![bride smiles in green and white tropical robe before FL wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_15.jpg)
![black woman holds up mirror and smiles into it](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_16.jpg)
![bride in white robe smiles looking over shoulder with hairpiece](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_18.jpg)
![feather details on bride's getting ready robe for FL wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_17.jpg)
![mother helps bride into wedding dress before Florida wedding](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_54.jpg)
![wedding dress hangs on custom hanger with gold lettering](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_71.jpg)
![mother buttons up wedding gown before The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_55.jpg)
![groom holds lapel of black suit with pink bow tie and topical boutonnière](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_47.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss between tables at The Rusty Pelican Tampa with white table cloths](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_21.jpg)
![bride and groom lean heads together smiling in reception space at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_22.jpg)
![toddler walks down aisle in blue suit at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_59.jpg)
![groom cries watching bride walk down aisle before Tampa wedding ceremony](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_24.jpg)
![bride cries and groom helps wipe tears from her face during ceremony](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_26.jpg)
![bride and groom smile at wedding guests after ceremony](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_87.jpg)
![bride and groom hold hands during ceremony in Tampa FL garden](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_27.jpg)
![bride and groom exchange vows in garden in Tampa FL](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_78.jpg)
![bride and groom walk towards The Rusty Pelican Tampa after ceremony](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_28.jpg)
![groom whispers in bride's ear making her laugh during The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_30.jpg)
![bouquet of large tropical leaf with white and purple flowers](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_89.jpg)
![newlyweds hug leaning together and laugh during portraits at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_31.jpg)
![lace detailing on bride's wedding dress sleeve](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_36.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss with bride's veil around them at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_34.jpg)
![bride poses outside gazebo holding tropical bouquet for Florida wedding](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_60.jpg)
![bride poses with bridesmaids in hot pink gowns with tropical bouquets at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_94.jpg)
![groom looks at bride while she holds his lapel smiling at camera](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_38.jpg)
![bride looks down showing off eye shadow and dangling earrings](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_41.jpg)
![tropical wedding reception at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_75.jpg)
![sweetheart table with wicker chair and tropical plants on edge of table](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_79.jpg)
![The Rusty Pelican Tampa wedding reception with green napkins and gold rimmed plates](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_74.jpg)
![summer wedding reception with light green napkins at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_82.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss during wedding reception dances](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_63.jpg)
![bride and groom dance with parents during Tampa wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_70.jpg)
![newlyweds kiss during cake cutting](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_45.jpg)
![tiered wedding cake with square cake and orchid accents](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_64.jpg)
![newlyweds cut wedding cake at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_66.jpg)
![newlyweds kiss by tiered wedding cake at The Rusty Pelican Tampa](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2023/11/The-Rusty-Pelican-Tampa-Wedding_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_85.jpg)
Tampa FL Wedding Vendors
Venue: The Rusty Pelican
Planner: Events By Tia Marie
Makeup: Nicki Mac Brides
Hair: Tiffany Stylez
Bridal Shop: The Dressing Room St Pete
Gown Designer: Maggie Sottero
Men’s Tuxedos: Men’s Wearhouse
Bakery: The Cake Girl
DJ: Yariel Moyet from 5 Star Entertainment
Photo Booth: The Gala Photobooth
Photographer: Ruth Terrero Photography
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