Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Sancia and Jurell

Happy Friday!  Hope you have all had a good week and for the Americans a very Happy Thanksgiving!  Now I know you’re all out black Friday shopping but I hope you take a few minutes to read today’s real wedding.  Sancia is an avid Crystal Blue Weddings reader and throughout her planning process we were in touch a few times with questions or to give her some direction along the way.  I was so excited to receive her wedding submission to see how it all turned out and share it with all of you!!

I love the color palate and all of the details (most of which were DIY, by the way!).  Come back Monday to see this couple trash the (second) dress!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Photography ::  Better Angle

Venue ::  Grand Old House 

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: SURPRISE! , Part 2

So I mentioned earlier, but just in case you missed it, this was a surprise wedding (for most!).  The guests thought they were attending this couple’s engagement party but when they arrived, SURPRISE!  WE’RE MARRIED!!  As if that wasn’t enough of a reason to boogie down and celebrate there was one more surprise in store for these folks…A BABY IS ON THE WAY!!  What a great evening and a fun way to share all of this great news with friends and family!!

I would’ve been all over this candy bar, fyi…and aren’t you just loving that martini centerpiece?  That has fun written all over it!!

This has got to be one of the CUTEST photos of all time.  I love when all of the guests are down with the Crazy Booth!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Coordination and Design ::  Octopus Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Florals ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Lighting ::  Intec Research

Music ::  One World

Photography ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Transportation :: Grand Limousine

Venue :: Agua (Reception)

 

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Jean and Tony

I’ve mentioned before how much I love the East End…it’s where we “Seven Mile Beachers” go to get away from it all.  Once I pass that district line into East End, I can feel the island vibe returning to my soul and all I want is a fruity drink with an umbrella in it. 

Speak of umbrellas…(you like that segue, don’t you??  Funny thing is, I didn’t even mean to do it!) I’m loving today’s East End wedding at theReef.  This one is full of color, fun smiles and, yes, you guessed it, umbrellas.  Not the rainy kind, though…umbrellas of the parasol nature.

Lovely beach wedding with a pool side reception at theReef.  The couple and their guests all stayed at the resort and enjoyed their time on the East End beach!! 

Crystal Blue Providers who made this day happen ::

Accommodation, catering and wedding venue ::  theReef

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Other providers ::

Photography ::  Heather Holt Photography

Cayman Islands Wedding :: Cara and Jay

Happy Wedding Wednesday!!  We hope you’re having a great week!  Get ready to see this truly gorgeous, truly beach wedding of Cara and Jay!   Cara is a Crystal Blue Weddings reader so when I saw her wedding arrive in my inbox I was more than excited to see the details!!!  I hope you love it too!

I LOVE this ring shot.  So organic and definitely original (well, at least one I’ve never seen before!!)

Let me just interject (again) here…loving the chalkboards more for just the face that they are fun.  Cara and Jay live in Cayman and I know how hard it is to get things like this.  It’s not like we have a Michael’s craft store down the road, afterall.  So, the effort that went into these details is enormous and I for one, very much appreciate that!

 

Providers who made this day happen ::

Coordination, Design and Decor ::  Parfait Weddings and Events

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Photography ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography
Other providers ::

Music ::  Clever Knots

Venue ::  Tiki Beach

 

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Wedding Wednesday!

Happy Wedding Wednesday!  Hope your week is going well and you’re looking forward to the wedding goodness today.  I commonly receive emails and comments asking me to feature more simple weddings and today I’m happy to oblige! 

This wedding was held recently on a private beach in the South Sound area of the island.  The couple and guests stayed on the East End of the island and made the “journey” into town for the ceremony and dinner at the Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman.  The day was beautiful, as you can see by the photos and the couple couldn’t be happier!!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Accommodation ::  TheReef

Coordination ::  Octopus Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Photography ::  Better Angle

Transportation ::  Grand Limo

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Jaime and Matt

Now this is what I call real, authentic love.  The smiles on their faces with nothing but sea and sand around them.  Today’s wedding is ALL about the marriage and two best friends who 100% totally in love (oh, and the minister, of course).

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

Jaime and Matt ::  We wanted to get away and ultimately looked at a few places.  Our to finalists were Grand Cayman and one of the small Tahitian islands.  When it came down to it Cayman offered us more than just a resort and we got to explore the island.  Another big plus was since we are already on the East Coast we would not have to deal with Jet lag so we could get right into our trip without having to adjust.

Crystal Blue ::  How did you celebrate after your ceremony?

Jaime and Matt ::  We had a wonderful private dinner out on the beach with our own waitress who paid special attention to us.  Since we were at the resort for so many days our waitress Sam got to know us quite well and we always had a pleasant time when we saw her.

Sun, sand, Caybrew and the kite boarder in the background…the true meaning of “picture perfect”!  Congratulations Jaime and Matt!  Thank you for letting us share your special day!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Accommodation and Venue ::  The Reef

Flowers ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Photography :: Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Ashley and Todd, Portrait and Trash The Dress

Welcome back!  Our final installment of Ashley and Todd’s wedding.  For the week leading up to the wedding, Ashley was unsure about trashing the dress.  I told her, knowing Rebecca Davidson as well as I do, if she’s on the fence about it, she will end up in the water with the dress on!  So, needless to say, I was not surprised when these photos landed in my inbox!  Look how much fun they’re having–Ashley, you made the right decision!!!

They started off their portrait session at Camana Bay which has all sorts of gorgeous nooks and crannies! 

They then moved on to the Shangri La Bed and Breakfast for a few shots…

And finally took to the water for the official trashing of the dress!!

Well done you two and congratulations!!!!!

Providers who made this day happen :: 

Accommodation and Venue ::  Caribbean Club

Catering ::  Luca

Coordination ::  Octopus Events

Event rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Music ::  One World

Photography ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Nadia and Tony, The Party

After the vows had been said, the speeches had been made and the cake had been cut, this couple and their guests danced the night away!!!  Welcomed to their first dance in a sea of sparklers, the couple headed back down to the patio at the Cracked Conch.  After dancing for the first time as husband and wife, Nolly took the floor!  What a hit she was! 

The guests really got into it, raided the fun dress trunk and had a ball in the smile booth!  Everyone had a great time and danced the night away!!!

Providers who made this day happen :: 

Accommodation (for the bride and groom) ::  Shangri-La Bed and Breakfast

Coordination and design ::  Octopus Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Floral ::  Every Bloomin’ Thing

Lighting ::  Intec

Photography ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Transportation ::  Grand Limo

Venue, food and beverage ::  Cracked Conch

(P.S.  SHOUT OUT…The fabulous cake was made by a friend of the couple, Holly)

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Nadia and Tony, The Reception

We hope you enjoyed the ceremony yesterday and are ready for some really fab details from the reception today!!  Let’s get right to it!

I know we see a lot of ring shots, but this is my favorite, ever, by far!  One thing I didn’t mention yesterday is that the couple were residents of Grand Cayman, however, the bride originally hailed from South Africa.  I love how she brought in various African aspects to the elements…for example, the cake!

Remember how I told you the couple was F-U-N?  Instead of just saying “Gin and Tonic”, they thought more fun to name their signature cocktail…Mosquito Repellent.  Love it (and I think it actually worked!)

The ongoing theme…”I Do…”, “You Better”.  All said in jest, of course!

Later on today–the dance party, surprise guest and all of the fantastic providers who made this day happen!!

photo credit ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Nadia and Tony, The Ceremony

Morning everyone!  I have been waiting with anticipation to share this wedding with you.  Why, you ask?  Well, when I tell you that it’s different than any other wedding you’ve ever seen on Crystal Blue Weddings, I’m not joking.  Also, this couple is so fantastically fun–you can see it on their faces in the photos.   I’m only going to show you the getting ready and ceremony today so you’ll have to come back tomorrow for the rest of it!!! (Trust me, you won’t want to miss it!)

Right from the start you can see the non-traditional elements coming into play..I mean check out that gorgeous dress!!!  Looks even better on Nadia than it does on the hanger–she rocked it!

With the fun and contemporary color palatte of black, white and hot pink, everything was stunning!!  Now, I told you they were fun…you will see the “I do” and “You better” throughout the day…they cracked me up!

The couple had a sand ceremony during the wedding proceedings.  Look at the sand containers!  Octopus Events designed them and had them hand painted especially for the couple.  I just love them–what a great keepsake!

At the end, all of the guests released balloons as the couple walked down the aisle.  I know, I know…not exactly environmentally friendly, but hey, it was pretty amazing to see!

Come back tomorrow for more details on the rest of the day along with all of the fantastic providers who made this day happen!

photo credit ::  Rebecca Davidson Photography

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