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An Elegant Caribbean Wedding

By Jenn

Have you ever gone to a wedding that left you in awe even a few days later? Well, for Majo Photography, Takashi & Edrick’s Caribbean Wedding their last wedding for the year, raised the bar! Theirs was a romantic love story. Coffee sparked up the hearts of Takashi and Edrick on their first date on the island of Roatan where they are both from. How can we forget such superb execution by Roatan Events? Truly a dream come true for Takashi and Edrick!

Overlooking the beautiful Caribbean Ocean, in a sunset ceremony, the couple’s vows made everyone teary-eyed. At the end of the infinity pool at the prestigious Pristine Bay Resort, where the floor reflected the blue skies, the couple said their I Dos.

White florals with pops of pink and lush greenery were lavishly arrayed on the entry arches, the stairways, the pool, and the sweet stations. The incredible Elias del Cid from Touche’s Honduras beautifully dressed up the whole venue.

At the reception hall, florals were elegantly set as table centerpieces – elevated blossoms in tall gold pillars with crystals hanging on flower stands adorned each table.

The cake was a show stopper all on its own. With pearls and gold strings embedded on each layer, with crystals hanging like chandelier. A breathtaking work and pleasant to the taste buds. A superb handiwork of Connie Jackson from Sugar Creations!

Takashi picked the most stunning dress designed by Eve of Milady at CC’s Bridal Boutique. The groom wore a designer tux by Honduran designer Yoyo Barrientos. Both looked extremely gorgeous on their special day.

The bridal portraits along the sunset and the couple’s poses in the wonderful scenery stamped the memories of this once-in-a-lifetime event. The couple with their precious guests wished the night wouldn’t have to end as they partied the rest of the night. A carnival show added life to the party. A fireworks display ended the most memorable day of the couple’s lives.

Vendors

Photographer: MaJo Photography
Second Shooter: Alden Melendez Photography
Cinema and Video: David Cuellar
Cake Designer: Sugar Creations
Floral Designer: Touche’s Honduras
DJ: Max Stage Roatan
Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Yoyo Barrientos
Makeup Artist: Perfecting Beauty & Co.
Hair Stylist: The Beauty Shop
Dress Store: CC’s Bridal Boutique
Dress Designer: Eve of Milady
Other Location: Pristine Bay Resort
Event Planner: Roatan Events

Bridal vs Bridesmaids: Who Pays for What

By Rachael

People who are your bridesmaids already do a lot for you, so it can be awkward when you ask them to pay for certain things. It’s important to be clear about expectations, finances, and willingness to compromise while planning a bridal shower or a wedding. Finances between friends may be hard, and nowhere is this more evident than on your wedding day. What should bridesmaids cover, and what should the bride cover? Continue reading to find out.

What Costs Are Bridesmaids Expected to Cover?

Bridesmaid Dresses

Being a bridesmaid comes with a price, and the first cost is the bridesmaid dress. However, if the bride requires specific dresses like dusty blue bridesmaid dresses and accessories, they should cover the expenses. If your maids are on a budget or care about the environment, renting services or mixing and matching trends are great options.

The Bridal Shower

The hosts cover the expense of the shower. If a family member is willing to take on the role of hostess, the bridesmaids must offer to chip in, either financially or with their time and effort, to help cover the expenses. Bringing a tiny hostess gift can also be a lovely way to express gratitude. Any expenses incurred by the bridal party as hosts should be divided equally.

Bachelorette Party

Here, things get a little more complicated. It’s a good idea to divide any pre-purchased items (such as champagne or a ribbon) evenly among the wedding party for one night out. The attendees should then divide the evening’s expenses, including food, beverages, entertainment, and transportation, among themselves. For a bachelorette party, the bride is not expected to pay for anything.

Makeup and hair

This wedding-day expense has some leeway. If the bride wants her wedding party to have their makeup and hair done, she should pay for the hair and makeup artists (including tips). Prices will vary depending on the services that each maid desires or requires: Makeup is less expensive without fake lashes, and basic haircuts are less expensive than updos. If having hair and cosmetics done is optional, bridesmaids should cover the cost of any services they want.

Hotel Rooms and Wedding Travel

Aside from a family vacation house or weekend rental, the maids should pay for their accommodation unless the bride is providing it for them. The sole exception to this rule is if the bride has a pre-wedding sleepover planned with her girls. The fees are normally covered by the person renting the bridal suite in this situation. The bridesmaids are responsible for their travel arrangements to and from the wedding venue.

Bridal Shower Presents

Attending the bridal shower necessitates a gift that it’s simply an appreciation token. Many bridesmaids choose to pool their resources and purchase a single present for the bride. Unlike wedding gifts, bridal shower gifts are smaller and cheaper. Ask the shower host for advice, or let the bridal shower theme guide you if you’re unsure what to get.

Wedding Presents

Yes, bridesmaids must still purchase wedding gifts. Bridal party members with a limited budget can pool their resources to buy a more lavish gift for the bride and groom. Consider your total present budget, then devote more than half of the funds to the wedding gift and the remainder to the bridal shower gift.

The expenses that the bride is expected to bear

Flowers

The cost of the bridesmaids’ bouquets and corsages is within the floral budget. The bride is expected to cater to these costs. Based on the size of your group and the type of flowers you select, this might quickly escalate in cost. Consider smaller bouquets of lush greenery and in-season flowers to save money. Alternatively, have your bridesmaids carry something less traditional, such as a candle or lantern, to light the way.

Transport to the Wedding Venue

The newlyweds should cover the cost of transportation from the hotels to the wedding site. However, guests and bridesmaids are responsible for their transportation to and from the hotel. With multiple stops (such as a hotel, ceremony site, reception venue, and back to the hotel), the bride is responsible for all fees and arrangements.

Bridesmaids’ Gifts

Bridesmaids’ gifts are not essential, but they are a lovely way to express gratitude. Being a bridesmaid is a significant time commitment. So, it’s always wonderful to express gratitude for their support. Make sure you give your bridesmaids unique or heartfelt gifts that they will keep for a long time.

Once you’ve decided how to split these costs, you must discuss this with the bridal party so that everyone is on the same page. If your bridal party has a clear idea of their responsibilities, they will plan and budget accordingly. To avoid any misunderstandings, we recommend bringing up the subject of cost-sharing early on in the planning process.

How to plan a destination bachelorette party

By Rachael

A bachelorette party is a fun way of gathering all of the bride’s closest friends together to celebrate with her before the big wedding day. For some groups, this just means a one-day event, or several smaller meals with particular sets of friends. But if you happen to have a bride who dreams of a big bachelorette party, going abroad can be the perfect way to combine a girls holiday with celebrating her upcoming nuptials.

But planning the perfect party can seem easy until you get down to the challenging task of coordinating grown adults, all with their own expectations and commitments. Often, the success of a bachelorette party lies in convincing everyone to come together and focus on what is important – the bride.

Set your budget

Everyone will have their own idea of how much they’re happy to spend on a trip away, so it’s good to set a budget and manage expectations before people commit to coming. Try to avoid putting in luxury optional extras that cost more money on top of the base amount, as some people might not be able to afford them, and splitting a group into those who can and those who can’t will only ruin the atmosphere.

Remember that the main focus should be for your bride to have a fun trip away and spend quality time with her friends, rather than a luxury 5-star retreat.

Getting started with logistics

You should agree the date with your bride as early as possible so that she can keep it free. Since you’re going abroad, you should also remind her to get insurance for her brand-new sparkly engagement ring, if her existing insurance doesn’t cover it. A lost or damaged ring is a sure-fire way to ruin her bachelorette party.

Once you’ve set the date and the budget, get a survey out to all the guests before you book. Tell them the cost, date and location, any payment dates, and then ask if they’re coming. Try to avoid giving multiple options, otherwise you’ll find yourself scrabbling around to try to find an arrangement that works for everyone.

Set a deadline for everyone to reply by. If you’re then going to go ahead and book flights, it can be worth getting everyone’s full names, as they appear on their passports, as part of the survey, so that you don’t have a delay in booking.

Plan some low-key activities

Unless your bride is an adrenaline junkie, try to keep things low-key when it comes to activities. Whilst you might look to do some sightseeing or organize nice meals for restaurants, avoid filling every second of the day, otherwise everyone will be exhausted.

It can already be a bit intense going on holiday with people that you don’t know, let alone when tiredness and alcohol are involved, so the aim is to keep everything as harmonious as possible. Keeping things simple with activities like a cooking or art class will also mean that you can enjoy the trip more, rather than constantly watching the clock.

Luxurious Oceanfront Wedding

By Jenn

It’s true – you will never know when love will hit you! Ariana and Brian did in a job interview. Brian was taken by Ariana’s infectious smile and unique laugh and Ariana by Brian’s intelligence and courage. Ariana was immediately hired. Funny as it sounds but from there, the couple knew they were meant to spend the rest of their lives together and were engaged shortly after.

Ariana and Brian chose to stage their wedding at the beautiful waterfront of Villa del Paraiso. Facing the afternoon sun, the couple said their heart-warming I Dos underneath the flower-clad arch at the end of the petal-lined aisle. As family and friends witnessed the tying of knots, blessed by a Bahai prayer, everyone was in awe of the blends and accents at the venue made by Villa Event Services . Under the tall palms is a gazebo where white linen curtains hung fluttering in the breeze. The elegant arrangement of round and rectangular tables with black and gold chairs was accented by large white blossoms and glass chandeliers. The couple’s picturesque pose capturing the horizon was beautifully taken by Paul Barnett Photography. Pose-worthy Large LOVE letters stood beside the beautifully lighted gazebo shining at the darkness of the night. The evening was capped by the couple’s dance as confetti showered from all over. A sweet and memorable gesture to end an event and start a life forever.

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Vows Under A Rainbow: A Perfect Beach Wedding

By Jenn

It is not too often when a rainbow, the symbol of God’s covenant of love, appears above you on your wedding day. Such a blessed day when Leanne and Andy decided to tie the knot in a beach setting.

The refreshing ocean breeze, the sun reflecting on the pure, white sand, the sound of waves softly crashing against the shore, and the blue sky above celebrate the couple’s union as they said their vows to spend their life together at Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa .

The bamboo arch stood secure and palms swayed to the wind as the bride walked down the aisle in joyful expectation to finally meet the groom at the altar after a decade of being together.

The bride’s dress by Morilee was an A-Line silhouette in ivory, with beading and applique on a V-neck bodice. Pops of pinks, corals and yellow in the bouquets sprayed vibrancy in the air. The white, crisp, clean outfits of the entourage gave way to the natural colors of the beach setting.

At the reception, string lights across the “ceiling” of the outdoor venue added to the ambiance of the starry evening sky. The table decor consisted of a natural pineapple atop palm fronds, candles inside round gold votives, gold acrylic table numbers, and gold tiffany chairs. Sparklers filled the air as everyone partied the night away.

Quetzal Wedding Photo sealed the newlywed’s memories at a photo shoot in paradise – a celebration of love at a perfect beach wedding.

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