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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.

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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

Soulful Santorini Wedding

By Jenn

What could be more romantic than saying “I Do’s” in one of the most popular wedding destinations? With tons of picture-perfect views, no wonder Kerri and Tony flew from South Australia to have their soulful Santorini wedding! And guess what – it looked like the place plus the skills of SvenStudios were everything they need to have stunning wedding photos. No fancy flowers and decor – just Santorini’s all-white and dramatic blue theme. The bridesmaids wore dresses of different colors to contrast against white. Add a few touches of greens and we have a clean, minimalist set for today. It’s additionally fascinating how this couple didn’t have to stress over wedding elements but focused on the most important part and that’s starting their life together. Now, let’s take it from the bride herself, Kerri as she recalls the day in her words below.

From The Bride

Q: Tell us about your wedding! What was the inspiration behind your day? Did you have a specific theme, style or color palette? Did you incorporate any cultural or religious traditions in any part of your day?
A: Our inspiration was that we wanted to go to Greece, but didn’t particularly want to have a wedding, and since half the family wanted one in Canada and the other half in Australia, the compromise was Greece! We wanted it as simple as possible, choosing only a few traditions that we thought were fun to include.

Q: Did you personalize the day in any way (food trucks, guest entertainment etc.)? What were some of your favorite parts of your wedding?
A: We had a lot of our friends help with the day, like asking a friend to be celebrant, making a fun personalised speech. Our vows were our own, and my bridemaids and friends did my hair and makeup for me. My parents and relatives organised the Loukomades from a local bakery to have as the wedding cake which I loved. Our celebrant got us to play a surprise game which was great fun, and the speeches were all fantastic.

Q: Let’s talk fashion. How did you both choose your wedding day look? Describe the looks in detail.
A: As soon as we got engaged (2 years prior to the wedding) I went online and bought a cheap dress I liked. It turned out great with a liytle bit of altering. Tony waited until the last minute to sort his clothes, we had very different ideas on his style but he went with what he liked in the end, trying to keep it “summery”.

Q: How did you meet? Tell us about the proposal.
A: We met while I was travelling through Canada in 2011; Tony employed my friend across from where I worked in Niagara Falls for some travelling cash. He eventually moved to Australia about 8 months after we parted. The proposal was while hiking in Yosemite National Park on the way back to Niagara Falls for a visit about 6 years later. Halfway up a waterfall climb he knelt in a puddle and yelled the proposal since the water was so loud. I had always said I didnt want a nice ring or a wedding, but I did want a spectacular proposal, and he knows how much I love waterfalls.

Q: What was the most anticipated or special moment of your wedding day?
A: Just having everyone in Santorini from different corners of the globe was amazing, especially since many of our guests have little or no travel experience and were very nervous. The scenery was spectacular, the sunset and dancing was amazing. Hearing Tonys vows for the first time in front of everyone was very special. Also the food was awesome and there was far too much of it.

Q: Do you have any wedding planning or marriage advice that you’d like to share with other couples planning their day?
A: It’s incredibly difficult, but try your best to do what you want to do, rather than what everyone else wants you to do! It’s impossible to keep everyone happy so you might as well try to enjoy yourselves the best you can.

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Succulent Themed Oceanside Wedding

By Jenn

We’re completely loving the lightness and airiness of Kala and Joseph’s succulent themed oceanside wedding! With soft tones of lavender and the surrounding greenery, this set is refreshing to the eyes. See the bride’s dainty off-the-shoulder dress – it’s making me droll with delight. Another cute element is the naked cake with succulents on it. The driftwood centerpieces as well as the arch were simply beautiful, keeping the whimsical wood theme. The bride also paid tribute to her mom who passed away years ago by setting up a remembrance table. The couple, finally, said their vows with 50 of their closest family and friends. Enjoy these photos below from John Malloy Photography!

From The Bride

Tell us about your wedding! What was the inspiration behind your day? Did you have a specific theme, style, or color palette? Did you incorporate any cultural or religious traditions in any part of your day?
My special day was inspired by my love for the beach. I love that the beach is so simple but so beautiful. I was inspired by the natural beauty of the beach and my love for succulents. I went with 3 colors. A beautiful rustic brass color along with a dusty purple and pale green.

Let’s talk wedding decor. How did you decorate your space for the ceremony and the reception? Was any part of the decor DIY?
Because I was getting married at the beach I wanted to incorporate some beach-inspired props. My ceremony was on the beach. I kept it really simple and had a beautiful driftwood arch. For the reception, I also incorporated driftwood as my centerpieces along with candles and succulents. I made all the signage for the wedding including the save the dates and the wedding invites.

What were the florals like at your wedding? Did you use flowers in any of your design elements like the bridal bouquets, centerpieces, or ceremony backdrop? Did they play an important part in the overall style of your wedding?
Since succulents were the main theme of my wedding I wanted to incorporate them in my bouquet, boutonnieres, corsages, and centerpieces. Most of my stationery also included succulents design elements. Succulents played an important role in my wedding theme.

Did you personalize the day in any way (food trucks, guest entertainment, etc.)? What were some of your favorite parts of your wedding?
My husband and I kept our wedding very simple since we were planning all of it ourselves. We chose not to do all the traditional elements that you see at most weddings. We had our own fun dances that our families were familiar with. Our favorite dance involves putting some country music on and dancing around a bottle trying not to knock it over. One of my favorites parts of the wedding was dancing with my friends and family. Our families love to dance.

Let’s talk fashion. How did you both choose your wedding day look? Describe the looks in detail.
I wanted not only me and my husband to be comfortable since we were on the beach, but I also wanted the bridal party to be comfortable too. I wanted to wear something that was light in weight and not to hot. I wore a strapless dress with beautiful lace flowers that felt like a nightgown. It was so light a flowy. It was perfect for the beach. My husband and the groomsman wore beige linen suits. The material was very breathable for a day that was a little warm. Since we were in the sand we decided to go shoeless.

How did you meet? Tell us about the proposal.
My husband and I first met in high school through mutual friends. We didn’t end up dating until a few years after high school. My husband proposed to me at the same beach we got married at. Every year we go to the Outer Banks and stay in the same little beach house right on the beach. One year was more special than the others. After a jog on the beach during sunrise, my husband got down on one knee and proposed. After that, I knew that’s where I wanted to get married.

What was the most anticipated or special moment of your wedding day?
There is one moment in particular that I will also remember. My mother passed away when I was a teenager and I wanted to do something special for her on my big day to remember how special she was. We marked her chair with some beautiful white roses at the ceremony and the officiant said a few words about my mother. We also had a special poem and photo on display at the reception. She will always be an important part of my wedding day even though she wasn’t physically there.

Do you have any wedding planning or marriage advice that you’d like to share with other couples planning their day?
I’m really happy I had a smaller wedding and kept it very simple. I was able to enjoy every moment without feeling rushed around. It’s not about the decorations, the fancy vendors, or the amount of money you paid for flowers. It’s about the love you and your husband share for each other. It’s so important to enjoy every moment of your special day.

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Just Mauid: An Intimate Tropical Elopement in Maui

By Jenn

Does it get any more romantic than saying your vows in a beach setting, surrounded by the wonder of nature and a cool breeze? Kyra and Noah’s intimate tropical elopement in Maui was exactly like that! Simply Eloped made sure every detail was executed perfectly. From the sweet first look to the heart-melting ceremony and the picturesque shoots, this wedding was a dream! Kyra was classy on her flowing, one-shoulder gown, with intricate floral patches and a tan lining underneath. The groom was looking sharp on his emerald suit too! I love how this couple smartly swayed away from the usual white-black outfits tandem. The day was made even more special with only their closest guests around. A traditional Hawaiian practice, Reverend Kuya blew the conch shell to pronounce the two as now husband and wife. Now, enjoy scrolling through this set by Samantha Takes A Photo and feel the love radiating through the photos!

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Cuban Love

By Jenn

Maria and Eugene were lucky to be invited on a trip to Cuba with friends. And because it’s not everyday that you get to set foot in what looked like an Instagram-optimised place, the couple took the chance to do their engagement shoot. With pristine waters and breathtaking scenery, the couple’s photos are exactly what destination shoots are made of! They walked around the beach and took a fun ride to see some good ol’ romantic architecture. Would you believe they never had a real photoshoot? Yet these two are so natural in front of the camera and happily kept their eyes on each other! Whether you’re looking to list potential destinations for your beach wedding or simply looking for some engagement poses, this refreshing Cuban love feat by MS VISION is a must-see!

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Photographer: MS VISION