Preparing for the big "I DO"

e I recommend 100% to have personal wedding vows written in paper for your ceremony; it makes it so much more special and will be an additional memory maker to your special day. 

e Make sure you start thinking of your vows at least a three of months before your wedding as in the last two months, you will be very busy with the last details of your trip and wedding.

e But... Im not a writer! Just grab a beer or a glass of wine and relax at home, think why you are getting married to her/him. Take a stroll down memory lane and think of all the special experiences that you´ve shared since you very first met. Think of the wonderful things you love about your other half... and believe me, when you turn back to look at the sheet of paper, all this wonderful vows will be written as if it was magic.

e   If an afternoon at home isn´t enough to get you inspired, carry a small notepad where you can always write a sentence or two when you feel like you have something important to write, you never know when inspiration can hit you! 

eThe processional song will set the mood for your ceremony, from romantic to fun, make sure you dedicate time to choose the one that represents both of you as you will remember it for a lifetime! Also remember to pick 2 more, one for the marriage certificate sign and for when you walk the aisle together.

 e Nowadays there`s no fashion or rule to follow for the design or colors of your ceremony in the Caribbean, just go with what YOU love the most as is YOUR special day!

e The Caribbean Sea is already an amazing “Decoration” for your special day, if you’re coming on a low budget, don’t worry, with your big smile, stunning dress and glowing love between you and your love, will be more than enough to have a magical lifetime memory!

e Makeup is important on your special day,  and waterproof Mascara is a MUST. 

e As could probably be windy, consider a hairstyle that leaves your face free of hair, especially when is long as could also get in the way while pronouncing your vows or even kissing. 

 

Photography Courtesy Carla Ten Eyck

e If you decided to get married in Riviera Maya, you must be aware that there is a possibility of rain (As it could happen anywhere else in the world), prepare yourself, your partner, friends and family mentally that it could happen during your destination wedding. Riviera Maya is still wonderful and having your loved ones sharing your special moment is all what you really need. 

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Before arriving to Riviera Maya, Mexico

Bride & Groom

e Picking the right dress is very important, and you should also consider the heat and humidity of the Mexican Caribbean, so the thicker it is, the hotter will get while you’re on your ceremony. Nowadays there are stunning dresses that are friends with being comfortable… make sure that is not only the look that you love but also the feel that you love. 

e Riviera Maya is usually very windy, therefore avoid long veils as they can get in the way while you walk down the aisle and during the ceremony.

e Avoid vests PLUS jackets for the groom, once again you’re in the Mexican Caribbean and to be honest, avoid Jackets and vests at ALL… he can have a nice handkerchief to brighten his outfit as well as the boutonniere. 

e Grey for men is forbidden please. As you might think that is a light color, is not the best for this type of destination wedding due that when it gets sweat, its color gets darker and you can really see it. Beige is a good color to choose for Men. 

e For man, I recommend a “Guayabera” which is a formal shirt made 100% cotton that helps the skin to “breathe” combined with light color trousers and leather sandals or barefoot.  They usually come in white or cream color but nowadays you can find other colors too.

e Avoid dark suits for the groom; you do not want the photos of your wedding to look like if he was in a sauna!!

Groomsman, Maid of Honor & Guests

e Avoid vests PLUS jackets for the groomsmen as well, Guayabera is your best option.

e Avoid dark suits for the groomsmen; same advise as before…  sauna weddings are not fun.

e Bridesmaids can choose any color! You can go as wild as you want but ensure once again they don’t have heels, nowadays they sell some feet embroidery decor which looks elegant and stunning.

e  Advise your guests beforehand about the humidity and heat so they go for light colors, short sleeves for men and summery dresses for women.

e Advise all the lady guests that will probably be very windy, therefore they need to look on the dress material, cut and lenght.

e You can also advise older ladies to bring a sun umbrella as they will be sitting in the sun for at least 30 minutes.

e If you’re planning to have your wedding on a beach location, please be kind to advise your guests to arrive barefoot or with no heels for the ladies as they could ruin their shoes and more importantly, have an uncomfortable moment while trying to get to their seats. Sometimes you won’t know until you arrive to the property, so you should take time to advise them before they travel so they bring both options to your destination wedding and they can choose on your day (specially for the girls)

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