Poring over weddings filled with pretty sea-scapes is one of our favorite past times. It’s a sun + ocean + beautiful backdrop for vows and merry making kind of thing. And one we’ll never ever get sick of. Especially when that merry making is captured in such a beautiful way. In other words, Kjrsten Madsen Photography rocks our Jamaican wedding socks off. Set your sights on the full destination dream right here.
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From the Bride… Choosing a destination for our wedding was one of the most important choices we’ve ever made. We wanted something small, intimate and romantic, in a place that meant something to us and with a handful of loved ones present. We wanted this wedding to be more than a “one day” event — we wanted to really celebrate our love and everyone that loves us. The most important thing to us was looking at our parents and drawing inspirations from their love. When looking at Chris’ parents, we see what love is truly about. And although my father is no longer here, the love that he and my mother had will always live in my heart. We wanted our guests to feel that too, so during our ceremony we had my brother and my mother place the infinity flowers that my parents used during their wedding mass around us (in Hispanic tradition, it’s called a Lazo and signifies the union and bond of a marriage that can’t be broken). This was a surprise for my mother. On our guest book table we placed a picture of Chris’ parents on their wedding day kissing. Lastly, to honor my father and grandmother who are no longer here, we decided to have a poem dedicated to them next to their pictures. These touches were the inspiration for the day which really made it even more special.
For my look the day of, I didn’t want a traditional “destination” wedding dress. Again I wanted something romantic. I love classic and timeless wedding dresses, so I obviously ended up with lace. I have to say that I felt that my dress was PERFECT. I truly had that “moment” when I chose it. I knew it was the one, and the sash that comes with it … I still love it! I wanted to add a pop of color and bring in some glam, so opted for a pair of sea foam Badgley Mischkas. Tying in my look, making me feel romantic and beautiful, was my great friend and hairstylist/makeup artist Joyce Castaneda. She did a fabulous job of making me look natural and giving me a timeless hairstyle that perfectly matched my dress. It was important that Chris look and feel just as great as me. He wore a Hugo Boss suit from the 2011 summer collection. It was perfect with my dress, light in color and weight for our perfect 85-degree day. He also opted for a pair of Silvano Sassetti shoes, which kept his look classic.
And we can’t forget about our fabulous photographer, Kjrsten Madsen! Definitely one of the best choices we made was having her be part our special day. She captured the most beautiful moments, not only on our wedding day but also during our before and after celebrations. Our favorite moment with her was during our first look shoot that was located in the same spot that Chris proposed to me. Ultimately having our families and closest friends there was the one thing we wished for and received. Now we will forever have Jamaica in our hearts, not just for one day, but several days filled with love, food, drink, sunbathing, laughing and just celebrating with the people we love.
Wedding Photography: Kjrsten Madsen Photography / Wedding Venue, Planning, Cupcakes + Floral Design: Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay in Montego Bay, Jamaica / Wedding Invitations + Printed Materials: Sugar Press / Wedding Dress: Enzoani / Bride’s Jewelry: Nadri / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Thread / Hair + Makeup: Joyce Castaneda / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss / Groom’s Shoes: Silvano Sassetti / Groomsmen’s Suits: Michael Kors
When it comes to wedding planning and design, the fabulous ladies at DM Events Planning & Design are totally where it’s at! These ladies are a true design duo and absolutely love, love, love planning weddings. Based in New York, the melting pot of America, DM Events Planning and Design are no strangers to different cultures and weddings. In fact, they thrive off of long distance planning and with the fast pace of technology, there’s absolutely nothing this talented duo can’t conquer with Skype and frequent flier miles! And since they call the city that never sleeps their home, they are available to chat or videoconference with you, no matter what your time zone. Pretty amazing, right? Check out these gorgeous images below for a small sample of what these ladies can do for you!
In addition to assisting you with planning and design, they will also help you find just the right venue for your day, book travel and accommodations for your friends and family, and plan some weekend activities for everyone to enjoy, ensuring that your special day is one to remember! Trust me when I say that these ladies will work hard to make sure that your day is magical and beyond your wildest dreams. Click here for more info.
Two words came to mind when I first saw this dress – hubba hubba. It is a total wowzah, showstopper, jawdropping number like only Vera Wang can do and perfect for this destination wedding in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The glamor did not stop at the gown but continued with a mix of modern luxury and historic charm at a breathtaking seaside ceremony location. SB Childs Photography beautifully captured both the old-world loveliness and the modern elegance throughout this magical day. Click here to see even more!
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From the Bride… I couldn’t be happier with our decision to have our wedding in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Everything turned out just as I had hoped. We had just over 50 people, our families and closest friends. It was exactly what we wanted.
When picking a location, I used a wedding planning company who sent me many recommended properties. While their suggestions were nice, none of them really “wowed” me. I did some internet research and fell in love with the aqueduct at Rose Hall Resort and Spa. The aqueduct was built in 1837 and had an archway cutout overlooking the ocean. It was perfect for the ceremony. We had minimal flowers, the aqueduct and surrounding landscape were all we needed.
The reception immediately followed the ceremony, in the courtyard of the Three Palms Restaurant. We had a steel drum band during our cocktail hour to enjoy some local music, followed by dinner and dancing. About a half hour before the reception ended, it started to rain. We had been so lucky with the weather up to this point. Taking pictures outside, the outdoor ceremony, dinner in the courtyard. As I looked around at my friend and family on the dance floor in the pouring rain, everyone was still dancing and having a great time. It was a moment I will always remember. Everything was perfect.
I’m so thankful to have captured these memories in pictures from SB Childs. Stefanie and Brock are not only talented, they are such sweet and genuine people who were amazing to work with. My friends and family instantly connected with them, too and I felt like they were guests at the wedding, not our photographers.
Wedding Photography: SB Childs Photography / Event Design & Coordination: Luxe Destination Weddings / Wedding Ceremony Location: Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa (Aqueduct) / Wedding Reception Location: Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa (Three Palms Restaurant) / Wedding Dress: Vera Wang / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade / Groomsmen Suits: JoS. A. Bank / Bridesmaid Dresses: Vineyard Collection by Priscilla of Boston / Floral Design: Grande Garden
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