Erica Vazquez-Bacardi, the daughter of rum heiress Hilda Maria Bacardi, married her fiancé Joey Depriest-Capparelli on Saturday in an epic wedding at theFour Seasons Resort at Walt Disney World.
The bride’s mother Hilda, who hosted the affair, is from the 5th generation of the Bacardi rum spirits family.
Celebrity wedding and events plannerDavid Tuteradesigned the 300-guest, three-day celebration and transformed the resort’s Palm Ballroom into a “whimsical, magical and beautiful forest” for the bride and groom’s dream “I dos,” he tells PEOPLE.
Erica Vazquez-Bacardi wedding
An old relic series of stained-glass windows draped in wisteria was custom built for the ceremony backdrop, while more moss, shrubs, plants and flowers trimmed the the aisle and the stage.
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Before the ceremony began, guests took their seats on a mix of sofas, love seats, and velvet-upholstered chairs.
“It is an honor and a sweet and special experience to be part of,” says Tutera of his officiating duties. “I am more than happy to take on this esteemed role.”
Each event featured a crafted bar menu with variety of cocktails including different Bacardi-owned liquors as a nod to the family’s brand including an old Cuban featuring Bacardi 8, a lavender martini with Grey Goose, and a spicy margarita made with Patron Reposado.
David Tutera with Hilda Bacardi and Joey Toth.Alex Paul Photography
The reception took place in the grand ballroom, which was decorated with trees illuminated with speckled lighting and a custom dance floor designed to look like guests were dancing on water.
The newlyweds opted for two styles of dinner service including a traditional plated appetizer and a variety of entree stations that included a pepper crusted beef tenderloin, plus fish and poultry options, all paired with a variety of sides and bread selections.
Later in the evening a lavish spread of flower-cupcakes, macarons and mini desserts were served.
For the wedding cake, executive pastry chef Rabii Saber, who is a twice-nominated James Beard Award semifinalist, created vanilla and chocolate tiers, which incorporated the family’s brand with Bacardi 8 Creme Anglaise and D’usse and caramel sauces.
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The event was finished off with late-night snacks including truffle mac and cheese bites and mini corn dogs.
“The goal is to shift the energy of others,” says Tutera. “Bring a moment of disconnect from everyday life and allow guests to see the beauty, to experience the joy and to head home knowing they have seen and been part of something that may never be created again. Now that is magical.”
source: people.com
