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Tropical Destination Wedding in Cancun, Mexico with Photos by Jag Studio

February 21, 2013 | editorial team

From the tropical tangerine, melon, apple green and aqua wedding color palette to the absolute vacation bliss you can see on everyone’s faces, I cannot get enough of Chrissy and Kahseim’s Cancun, Mexico destination beach wedding. And that day-after photo session with JAG Studios toward the end of the post? Steamy and stunning! Read on and you’ll see just what I mean…

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

The Couple: Chrissy and Kahseim

The Wedding: 4.16.12 – Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort – Cancun, Mexico

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Intimate, fun and epic!

What was your wedding color palette? Tropical colors – tangerine orange, melon pink, apple green and aqua blue

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

What inspired your personal wedding style, and how did you incorporate your style and personalities into your big day? A beach wedding was always something we imagined for ourselves, so that became our inspiration. We incorporated our style and personality by having different color and style bridesmaid dresses. We also thought it would be unique to have the bridesmaids create their own bouquets by crafting cream-colored tissue paper into Mexican tissue paper flowers. We thought this would bring some fun and character to the whole experience for everyone. Reciting our own vows was also something important to us because we wanted our ceremony to be personal and intimate.

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

Looking back, what are the moments, decisions or memories that you love the most about your wedding? One of the best decisions made was by the groom, who decided to surprise his bride by inviting a second photographer (JAG Studios) to Mexico for three full days of shooting. The pictures tell a unique story of our love for each other, and for our friends and family whose candid moments were all captured on camera the day before, the day of and the day after our wedding. Its these images that let us know each decision made was the best decision because we have nothing but great memories of our wedding experience.

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

What piece of advice would you give to a bride planning her wedding today? Create a vision of what you want and try not to stray from that vision while making decisions. And keep in mind that the most important part of that day is not the venue, the dress, the flowers or the food – its the moment you look into the eyes of your soulmate and pledge a lifetime of love and happiness in front of all those who love you both.

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

colorful tropical beach wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun, Mexico - photos by JAGstudios | via junebugweddings.com

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: JAG Studios
Event Planner: Yamina Bermudez at EPM
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Excellence Playa Mujeres All-Inclusive Resort (EPM)
Videographer/Film Maker: Provided by EPM
Officiant: Provided by EPM
Invitation Designer: Self-designed from Vistaprint
Cake & Catering: Provided by EPM
Florist: Provided by EPM
Wedding Dress: Pronovias
Bridal Accessories: Earrings – Ann Taylor
Bridesmaids’ Apparel & Accessories: Alfred Sung
Hair & Make-up: Provided by EPM
Live Music: provided by wedding planner, Yamina Bermudez
Favors: Tequila Nips with caricature of the bride & groom
Rings: Hannoush Jewelers
The Mexican-themed Welcome Back Reception Venue: The Woodwinds in Branford, CT.

Thank you Chrissy and Kahseim! Your wedding looks like the trip of a lifetime!

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Elizabeth Messina + Junebug on Instagram – A Day in the Life!

February 20, 2013 | editorial team

Photos by Elizabeth Messina of Kiss the Groom on Junebug Weddings' Instagram | junebugweddings.com

Last week the lovely wedding and fashion photographer Elizabeth Messina took over our Instagram feed for the day to celebrate Valentine’s Day and the 3rd Anniversary of her amazing blog Kiss the Groom, and the results were just what you’d expect from Elizabeth – pure romance! No one sees the world quite like her, and we loved getting a little peek inside her daily life and creative inspiration. Here’s a look at all the beauty she brought to our Valentine’s Day… thank you Elizabeth!

Photos by Elizabeth Messina of Kiss the Groom on Junebug Weddings' Instagram | junebugweddings.com

Be sure to follow along with @elizabethmessina and @junebugweddings on Instagram for more daily wedding photography fun! And if you love Elizabeth’s intimate, etherial style of photography, don’t miss her book, The Luminous Portrait!

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Chicago Wedding at Loft on Lake by Becky Brown Photography – Rebecca and Mike

February 19, 2013 | editorial team

With a soft romantic color palette in shades of champagne, ivory, and peach, lots of long gowns and lace, and the shimmering city as the perfect backdrop, Rebecca and Mike’s Chicago wedding was a stunner! I love their gorgeous photos by Becky Brown that they are generously sharing with us today!

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

The Couple: Rebecca & Mike

The Wedding: 9.28.12 – Loft on Lake – Chicago, IL

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

What were the top three priorities for you in planning your wedding? We wanted our wedding to be unique, practical, and fun.

What was a wedding tradition that you incorporated into your wedding and why was it special? We danced to one of our favorite songs, the same one that my husband played in the background when he proposed.

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

Were there any places where you broke the rules in your wedding planning? Why and how did you do that? The biggest rule we broke was probably not getting married in a church. Weve been to several weddings where the couple’s names were mispronounced, so we asked a friend to officiate. He knew us both so well, and his stories truly captured our personalities and our relationship. It was hard for our parents to understand at first but after our ceremony they couldnt have been more pleased with the delivery and content.

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

What was your biggest wedding planning success? Our guests had a very different “wedding experience.” From the ceremony to the food to the venue, they hadnt been to a wedding like ours!

What was the most important thing that you learned through the wedding planning process and what would you tell other brides-to-be? Make a list and focus on your top priorities. That way you can save yourself a few headaches.

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

 

Downtown Chicago wedding at Loft on Lake - photos by Becky Brown Photography | junebugweddings.com

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: Becky Brown Photography
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Loft on Lake
Officiant: Brian Moore – friend of the groom
Catering: FIG Catering
Florist: Scarlet Petal
Cake: Three Tarts Bakery
Wedding Dress: Allure
Bridesmaids Apparel & Accessories: Bourdage Pearls
Groom & Groomsmen Apparel & Accessories: Men’s Wearhouse
Hair & Make-up: Taryn Shultz; Solo Salon
DJ: DJ Chicago
Lighting: Art of Imagination
Transportation: Second City Trolley

Thank you, Rebecca and Mike, for sharing the details of your lovely and unique wedding day!

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