Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Kristin and Howie

Weddings in the Cayman Islands do not have to be all sea shells and tropical colors.  This wedding is a perfect example of finding one element (in this case it was the cake) and basing the entire design around that one thing.  The color was red accented by silver, the couple was full of energy and laughter and the guests had a spectacular time!

The wedding was held at Grand Old House in Grand Cayman just a couple of weeks ago.  I had the opportunity to meet this couple and let me tell you, I have never seen two more smiley and energetic people in my life!   Being around them, I couldn’t help but be excited for them and their big day!

So many elements of this wedding were personal to the bride and groom, including the vows they wrote for each other…on their iphones.  I like to think I’m technologically savvy, but when they took their phones out to read their vows I was pretty impressed!

Kristin ::  The most memorable moment of the day was during the ceremony.  I was tearing up while Howie was non-stop laughing.  I looked around and everyone was also crying & laughing at the same time with us. It was so emotional!!  I remember thinking he was so cute  and after his said his vows I asked the officiate if I could kiss him.  He told me I had to wait! 

We’ll be back in a little while with more–don’t miss it!!

photo credit :: Craig Wolfrom

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Kristen and Joseph

On most days, if you look into the harbour front in Grand Cayman, you will see a number of cruise ships hanging out waiting for their passengers to come back aboard.  Downtown George Town is a-buzz with day time tourists shopping, exploring and for some, getting married. 

This cute couple did just that.  After disembarking their cruise ship, they headed up to the Wharf for a lovely daytime ceremony and lunch reception. 

I love the variety of color in this wedding.  Celebrations worked with the couple on coordination and design and used the blue to reflect the gorgeous water used as the backdrop with the oranges, yellows and greens really adding a tropical effect to the design. 

A few words from the bride and groom…

Crystal Blue ::  Why did you choose Grand Cayman for your wedding destination?

Kristen ::  As a child, my family used to vacation in the Cayman Islands.  At dinner one evening and Kristen stated that she wanted to get married there one day.  Following their engagement, Joe and Kristen decided on a destination wedding and could not think of a better place to celebrate their day.

Crystal Blue ::  How did you choose to travel by cruise ship?

Kristen ::  That was THE hardest decision in the entire planning process.  We wanted our guests to have a vacation with a wedding and decided a cruise ship was the best way, for our group, to do this. 

Crystal Blue ::  Can you describe your day in three words?

Kristen ::  Perfect, Beautiful and Simply-Cayman!  We just had a great day and our guests had so much fun dancing all afternoon!!!

Providers who made this day happen :: 

Coordination, decor, event rentals and floral ::  Celebrations

Photography ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Music ::  One World

Venue ::  The Wharf

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Laura and Remo

This sassy couple was married earlier this year and when I saw their photos I had to show you.  Aaron Rebarchek not only did a fantastic job of capturing the personalities of the bride and groom but also shows us some views of Cayman that I thought you might like.

Laura and Remo were married at Grand Old House on Grand Cayman.  This beautiful plantation house has one of the best views on the island–perfect for the backdrop of any wedding.   The tropical colored flowers Celebrations designed for this couple really popped and enhanced the true Caribbean style this couple was after. 

In one of the days following the wedding, the couple had a photo shoot with Aaron  that ended with trashing the dress.  Before jumping into the crystal blue sea they headed to a few ideal locations and really had fun with the shoot!

We’ll be back with some more in a little while!!

photo credit ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Rachel and Boris, Part 2

We’re back with more from this “made for each other” couple.  You can see it in the photos, but honestly, the amount of laughing taking place during this wedding was incredible.  Everyone was so happy, relaxed and just excited for the day!

Crystal Blue ::  What was your favorite design element?

Rachel and Boris :: Where do we begin… The invitation set the tone for the wedding.  The invites were square with the trio of colors and one single Palm Tree.  This easily segued into the design elements.  For the ceremony, I walked down an espresso, wooden runway that just popped off the white sand of the beach.  The guests sat on espresso benches with white rectangular cushions.  The square bamboo canopy that we exchanged our vows under was draped in white fabric with the aqua blue ocean as a back drop.  HOW BEAUTIFUL IS THAT?!

Then… The reception.  Our guests sat at a table family style with aqua linen and multiple espresso runners that ran width wise.  Each setting was layered with the trio of colors.   The base linen was aqua, then an espresso pintuck napkin, with white square chargers.  The centerpieces were a line of  white orchids in glass vases with actual espresso beans in the bottom of the vase.  We danced the night away under a clear top tent that faced the ocean with a never ending line of tiki torches that separated us from the water…  The finish couldn’t have matched my inspiration an better and my favorite elements were sprinkled everywhere throughout the night.  There was never just one…

Thank you, Rachel and Boris for sharing your day with us!!!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Accommodation, wedding venue, food and beverage ::  The Reef

Coordination and design ::  Octopus Events

Event rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Lighting :: Intec Research

Music :: Joyce Fell, Violinist (Ceremony)

One World, DJ (reception)

Photography ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Stationery ::  Octopus Events, Menus and Place cards

Paper Cut Industries, Invitations, Programs, CD covers, Bookmarks and more!

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Rachel and Boris

Have you ever seen a couple and said “they were just made for each other!!” ?  Well, if you have or if you haven’t it doesn’t really matter, but let me introduce you to Rachel and Boris…these two, without a doubt were made for each other!!!  This fun pair were married only a couple of weeks ago on the East End of Grand Cayman at The Reef.  The resort was a perfect fit for the two and their guests and everyone had a fantastic time!!

Crystal Blue ::  Why did you choose the Cayman Islands for your wedding?

Rachel and Boris ::  We both wanted to choose a place that neither had been to before.  Fortunately, the both of us have seen a lot of the world.  A good friend recommended that we should check out Grand Cayman.  With so much to offer it was an easy decision and our friend could not have chosen better!

Crystal Blue ::  It is rather nice, isn’t it??  How did you choose The Reef as your location?

Rachel and Boris ::  Choosing the resort (as our accommodation and wedding venue) was the most difficult part of the entire process for us.  Grand Cayman has so many beautiful locations for a wedding it was hard to narrow down!  I finally leaned on my wedding planner and asked for her guidance and recommendation.  She gave her recommendations and from there we made our decision.  After that, everything else was easy!!

Crystal Blue ::  What was the design inspiration for your day?

Rachel and Boris ::  Don’t laugh, but it was our living room!  (I laugh…).  Espresso Brown, Aquamarine and white are my favorite colors and the colors of our living room.  The colors are also earthy to me due to our love of the ocean (aqua), sand (white) as we are avid divers.  We knew we didn’t want elements of the ocean on land for a sea side wedding.  For example, we didn’t want Sea Stars, or Sand Dollars as a part of the wedding decor.  We wanted to leave those elements in the ocean.  The Palm Tree however was topside, so that became the “badge” that we carried throughout the entire wedding design.

Come back for more from Rachel and Boris in a while!!

photo credit ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Maggie and Mason

Thanks for joining us today and we hope you had a great weekend!!!!  We’re so happy to share with you, today, the wedding of Maggie and Mason.  Such a lovely couple, they tied the knot on February 26, 2010 at the Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman.  Once again, the Ritz Carlton produced a lovely, simply elegant affair!

Crystal Blue ::  Why did you choose the Cayman Islands for your destination wedding?

Maggie ::  We knew we wanted to get married on the beach and have heard wonderful things about the Cayman Islands.  We booked it, site unseen, and it was perfect!

Crystal Blue ::  Where did you and your guests stay?

Maggie ::  We stayed at the Exclusive Resorts by the Ritz Carlton.  It was just the two of us and our parents.  Originally we were going to head down without anyone, but after thinking more about it, we knew how important it was to have our parents there.  I’m so glad they were!

Crystal Blue ::  How did you decide on the design for your wedding?

Maggie ::  We chose one of the wedding packages offered by the Ritz Carlton, “Two if by Sea”, so it was easy!  We wanted the overall look and feel to be clean, soft and low maintenance and that was exactly what it was!

Crystal Blue ::  Well you had a gorgeous day and it looks like exactly what you wanted!  What did you do to celebrate after the ceremony?

Maggie ::  We had dinner on the beach, just the six of us.  Then, afterwards we headed up to the lounge where a DJ was playing that night.  We danced the night away and pretended all of the people were there for our wedding reception!  It was great fun!!

Thank you, Maggie and Mason, for sharing your day with us!!

Have you had or are you planning a beach wedding?  We would love to hear from you!!

Providers who made this day possible ::

Venue, Coordination, Floral, Decor, Food and Beverage :: The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman

Photography ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Lindsay and Scott, Part 2

Welcome back for more of Scott and Lindsay’s Christmas Eve Wedding!  Loving this beautiful turquoise and orange color palate and the fun, laid back style of this couple!

After the ceremony the guests were met with the couple’s signature drink, the Cayman Sunset (appropriate, I’d say!!) and then made their way up to the rooftop for a great dinner, heartfelt speeches and dancing the night away!

Vendors who made this day possible ::

Coordination, Planning and decor ::  Octopus Events

Equipment rental ::  Massive Equipment Rental

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Food, Beverage and Venue ::  Grand Cayman Beach Suites

Music ::  One World

Photography ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Lindsay and Scott

If you love beautiful people, gorgeous colors and the beach, you must stick around for today’s real wedding.  Lindsay and Scott were married Christmas Eve of this past year.  They  must have been ‘nice’ all year, because Santa gave them the most amazing day for their wedding.

Scott and Lindsay chose Cayman after vacationing here with Scott’s family.  They wanted their wedding to reflect their personalities–easy going and non-traditional–and Grand Cayman gave them exactly what they were looking for.  They exchanged vows at Grand Cayman Beach Suites on Seven Mile Beach with their reception on the fabulous rooftop.

They chose the tropical colors of turquoise and orange complimented with natural touches like their bamboo canopy. These mango calla lilies were perfect for the color palate!

Guests stayed along Seven Mile Beach in various condominium complexes and enjoyed all that Grand Cayman had to offer.  Octopus Events helped organize the wedding as well as other events like the rehearsal dinner at Casanova Ristorante and a “boys day out” deep sea fishing.

Come back for more photos and details in a little while!

photo credit ::  Rebecca Davidson

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Shannon and Ben, Part 2

Well, if you are not in a hammock reading a book by now, enjoy some more from Shannon and Ben’s Little Cayman wedding!!

Little Cayman is such a lovely place to explore, full of little nooks and fun surprises!  The chosen method of transportation is a bicycle (see below!) and I couldn’t think of a more perfect place for a Trash the Dress session.  When you are in Little Cayman, it is customary to find a piece of driftwood and paint it–however you want!  Little Cayman Beach Resort will give you the paints and then hang your piece of art work up for you!  Shannon and Ben’s driftwood is shown below.

So, do you get it that I am in love with Little Cayman????? 

photo credit ::  David Wolfe Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Kim and Todd

Two words come to mind for today’s Cayman Islands real wedding…beautiful simplicity.  I’ve always said some of my favorite weddings are the ones that are the most simple and this one just takes the cake (no pun intended!).  Kim and Todd were married in Little Cayman, the smallest of the three Cayman Islands.  If you have not been there, it really is a relaxing treat were doors are still left unlocked, bikes are used on the honor system and no matter where you are from, you immediately feel like family!

Kim and Todd were married, just the two of them, on Owen Island (a tiny sand island off of Little Cayman).  Owen Island is breathtaking and in my opinion, one of the most romantic places in the world!  What a fabulous place for an intimate wedding!!!  They stayed at the Southern Cross Club where they also had dinner by candle light (and tiki torch). 

One special touch  I absolutely loved was her bouquet.  It was made by Brigitte Kasa and each flower was handpicked from her garden.  Talk about local flair!! 

How did they top off the evening?  The groom won a fireworks display in a contest he entered, so as they cut the cake the fireworks went off!!!  How amazing!!

Thank you Kim and Todd for sharing your special day with us!  We wish you all the best for the future and look forward to welcoming you back to Cayman soon!!

Vendors who made this day happen:

Photography ::  David Wolfe Photography

Accommodation, catering and coordination :: Southern Cross Club

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