Jennifer and Kiel’s wedding last fall at Casa Ybel Resort was an autumn dream!  It’s no surprise that the renowned wedding blog, Style Me Pretty chose to feature it.  Lush greenery paired with wine and latte colored blooms – a palette that beckons the comforts of the season.  The incredible Courtney Gabelbauer of Fabulously Chic Weddings designed a whimsical space with hanging glass globes, warm candle light and kick-ass entertainment.  This all-star vendor line up brought Jennifer & Kiel’s beach wedding dream to life. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-06-93 | www.casaybel ..read more

Rustic weddings are still in!  Couples are freshening up the look with soft touches that feel romantic and sophisticated while keeping the simple charm.  Megan and Kevin said no thanks to the barn and took to the ocean instead in this charming Sanibel Island wedding at Casa Ybel Resort.  Long wooden tables were swathed in billowy soft blush chiffon, romantic pastel blooms and candles as far as the eye could see. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelresort.com Photography: Sunglow Photography Florist: Floral Symphony | 239-278-1500 | www.floral-symphony.com Hair ..read more

There is a timelessness to the ocean.  It is never quite the same, but it’s always there.  It’s simple appearance belies it’s complexity.  The ocean has long been a symbol for love.  Sophia and Arnold’s beach wedding at Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island was filled with elements of the sea (and love).  Her gown was classic yet incredibly stunning. The soft touches of blush in the bridesmaid gowns were elegant and sophisticated.  And yet, there in the subtle details, the programs, the cake, were elements of the sea.  Elements as timeless as love itself. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort ..read more

Sanibel Island is one of Florida’s most natural islands.  Conservation of the local flora and fauna is extremely important to the residents and visitors.  This connection to nature is one of many reasons couples choose the island for destination weddings.  Danielle and Dan’s wedding at Casa Ybel Resort was filled with nods to nature.  An escort card display filled with sand from the beach, pieces of driftwood adorning the tables, and all outdoors on the ocean front lawn gave wedding guests a sense of place. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Phot ..read more

After a long cold winter in Wisconsin, what could be better than a beach wedding on the sunny shores of Sanibel Island, Florida? This tropical wedding in paradise could not have been more perfect.  Lauri and Bryan said their vows with toes in the sand at Casa Ybel Resort and enjoyed a night with their nearest and dearest on the resort’s open-air patio. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Photography: Frank Simonetti | 239-565-4025 | www.fsimonetti.com Florals: Floral Artistry | 239-472-3040 | www.floralartistryofsanibel.com Wedding Cake: Lady Cake ..read more

Lush greenery with touches of tropical fruits adorn the tables for a Florida wedding with an authentic island vibe styled by the talented Elleson Events.  The circular arch of big green leaves sets the tone at the beach side ceremony and later frames the couple as they dine on the ocean front lawn at Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Photography: Kaity Brawley | www.kaitybrawley.com Wedding Designer: Elleson Events | 941-202-2343 | www.ellesonevents.com Hair & Make Up: Jamie Lyn Cintron Salon | 239-689-319 ..read more

Do we even need to put text here?  We know you’re just looking at the stunning images of this incredible wedding hoop arch!  Nicole and Corde tied the knot on the shores of Sanibel Island at Casa Ybel Resort beneath this stunning ring of florals created by Signature Florals.  It was like something out of a fantasy novel!  Bright blooms and whimsical ferns encircling Nicole and Corde as they exchanged vows on the ocean. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Photography: Frank Simonetti | 239-565-4025 | www.fsimonetti.com Flowers: Signature Florals ..read more

Marita and Neil’s tropical destination wedding at Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island was cheerfully bright with bright island inspired colors.  If you knew these two, you’d know how representative it was of their playful nature.  All the elements of a wedding in paradise were present: tropical orchids, steel drums, sea glass, rum punch!  Just add two people in love and some of their closest family and friends and you’ve got the recipe for the ultimate beach wedding. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Photography: Emma Burdis Flowers: Floral Artis ..read more

Morning weddings are so nice!  Not that anyone needs an excuse for a mimosa or bloody mary, but we think they’re more enjoyable when celebrating the union of two great people like Diane and Peter.  This fabulous couple (and their fabulous pup) hopped down to Florida from Virginia to get married on the beach at Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island.  Brunch in the Waterfront Room was stunning with ocean views and gorgeous turquoise details. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | http://www.casaybelweddings.com Photography: Frank Simonetti | 239-565-4025 | http://www.fsimonetti.c ..read more

Courtney and Mike escaped the long winter in New York to the sunny, sandy shores of Sanibel Island, Florida for their destination wedding this April.  With an intimate group of family and friends, they said vows on the beach at Casa Ybel Resort.  The newlyweds enjoyed  strolling the lush oceanfront lawns and a perfect sunset over the Gulf of Mexico on the most perfect day. VENDORS Wedding Venue: Casa Ybel Resort | 239-472-0693 | www.casaybelweddings.com Photographer: Impressions Photography | 239-437-1838 | www.impress-photo.com Florist: Floral Artistry | 239-472-3040 | www.floralartistryofsa ..read more