Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Jillane and Nicholas

Morning and Happy Thursday!!  So excited to wrap up the last real wedding of the year with this one.  It’s got style, it’s got details and it’s got color.  What more could you ask for???

The wedding was held at Villa Tortuga–one of the many stunning villas on Grand Cayman.  Here’s a planning tip…if you are booking a villa for your wedding, be SURE to ask if they allow weddings before you book.  Some do not and you don’t want to find that out on your wedding day!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Coordination, design ::  Parfait Weddings & Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Photography ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

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 :: Agata and Reno, Part 2

I hope you enjoyed some of the details from Agata and Reno’s Cayman Islands wedding yesterday!  Today we’re going to share the portrait session with you along with some of the different and fantastic details that you might not see in photos! 

First, I mentioned yesterday that the vibe was Vintage-Punk.  You may have worked it out already but if not, Reno is in a band (an awesome band, by the way!) that I have gone to see countless times throughout my years in Cayman.  So, when I tell you that these two are rock stars, well, they really are!

Second, these two are vegans and also wanted to  incorporate as many eco-friendly elements as they possibly could.  Living on an island it’s VERY difficult to have a wedding or event with zero carbon footprint, but this couple did their best and made some fantastic choices.  Here are the details:

The sparkling wine we used was Cono Sur, a company that tries to minimize their carbon footprint in their daily operations and their sparkling is vegan (some wines use animal products in the clarification). The red and white were Cooper Hill, organic, bio dynamic, and also vegan.

Beer was strictly Caybrew draft to minimize bottles (CB side note :: Caybrew is a locally made beer who recycles their bottles and their waste-water). Any liquor bottles were crushed and used in some one’s garden. The few cups used were biodegradable/compostable corn product.

All food waste was seperated and composted on site.

For invitations the couple used a web-based invitation and R.S.V.P system instead of printed paper invitations.  Also, the favor was a donation to an elephant sanctuary in Thailand that the couple previously visited.  All of the bridal party steered clear of animal products in their clothing and the groomsmen even wore shoes made with recycled material.

The couple LOVES their dogs and so of course they had to be part of the festivities!  Afterall, they were there for the engagement so it’s only natural they be there on the big day!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Catering and Cake :: Mise En Place

Coordination ::  Parfait Weddings and Events

Design and Decor ::  Lions Productions

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Music ::  Ceremony, Cayman Violin; Cocktail Hour, Hi Tide; Reception, One World

Photography ::  Aaron Rebarchek Photography

Venue :: Sunset Bay

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Aniko and Troy

We came across this wedding held recently at The Wharf.  Love the yellow, love the ceremony seating and really love the hanging lanterns!

Providers who made this day happen ::

Coordination ::  Parfait Weddings & Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment *

Floral ::  Trisha’s Roses

Photography ::  Heather Holt Photography

Venue ::  The Wharf *

* Crystal Blue Preferred Providers

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 :: 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

Cayman Islands Real Wedding :: Rhian and Matt, Part 2

We hope you enjoyed Part 1 of Rhian and Matt’s wedding yesterday.  As promised, today we are sharing with you the reception details…there are a few and they are all fab! 

Well, this is technically a ceremony detail, but don’t you love these programs?  A friend of the bride designed them for the couple and I thought they were just beautiful!!

The tables were set up as two long kings banquets with a navy blue runner down the middle.  Down the center of the runner were arrangements of white football mums and  hot pink hydrangea.  These perfectly complemented the hot pink napkins and the decor coordinated menus at each place setting.

The wedding party had some fun taking shots with these umbrellas–such a perfect simple accessory for a few photos!

Instead of a guest book, the couple had everyone write out Cayman Islands post cards.  These will be mailed to them next year for their one year anniversary.  I LOVE this idea!  What a wonderful treat to look forward too!

Everything was color coordinated for this wedding–down to the flip flops most used later on in the night!  After a long day in stilettos, who wouldn’t want some dancing shoes??

All in all, a wonderful day!  Congratulations Rhian and Matt!!! 

Providers who made this day happen ::

Coordination ::  Octopus Events

Event Rentals ::  Massive Equipment

Floral ::  Celebrations

Music :: Ceremony, STEELaTTITUDE;  Reception, DJ One World

Photography ::  David Wolfe Photography

Transportation ::  Bride and Groom, Grand Limousine;  Guests, Websters Tours

Venue, food and beverage ::  Grand Old House

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