Engage16! : The Ultimate Luxury Wedding Summit

Jeremie Barlow Photography

What is Engage! you ask? It is the premiere luxury wedding summit that brings together some of the best in the industry for three days of inspiration and education. In addition to a non-stop flow of wedding creativeness, attendees have a chance to learn from the world’s top wedding and event professionals and are encouraged to push the envelope with their goals.


Engage!16 was held at The Breakers in Palm Beach, FL last month and Jodi, along with a few of our vendor friends, had the opportunity to attend!

The NC crew, from left to right: Amanda of A Swanky Affair, Jodi of Merrimon Wynne, Chelsey and Katherine of Gather Together, Jenna of Southern Bride & Groom. Not Pictured: Jill of Donovan's Dish

If you haven’t already, head over to Southern Bride & Groom’s blog to read Jenna’s full recap of all the events!

Of course, we had to share a few of our favorite moments too! The images below are captured by some of the top wedding photographers in the US and are complete eye candy! (Hover over individual photos for credits).

Filmed and Produced by Ray Roman Films.

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