Things are heating up and we’re not just talking about the weather. Summer is quickly approaching which means pretty blooms, vibrant summer color palettes, and unlimited destination options. It’s no wonder so many couples choose to exchange “I do’s” during the warmer months.
For couples ditching the colder seasons for a summer celebration, you’ll be blown away by the stunning summer color palette options this season has to offer. It’s time to wave goodbye to neutrals and hello to the bright trending colors.
Keep scrolling for five stylish summer color palettes that’ll transform your celebration into a vibrant declaration of your love.
Palette 1. Lavender, Lilac, Rose Pink, and Soft Yellow
After saying “yes!” and enjoying your engagement season, you’re probably ready to jump into planning the wedding of your dreams. To make sure you have no regrets when your big day comes around, creating a wedding mood board is crucial. Your mood board will use your color palette and images to help guide decisions, keep you on track while planning, and visually explain your desires to your wedding team.
From pristine beaches and dramatic coastal views to exotic gardens and lush forests, it’s easy to see why Anita and Patrick fell in love with Costa Rica the first time they went there. So when the time came to plan their big day, it’s no surprise that the couple chose to have a Costa Rica destination wedding surrounded by their loved ones.
With their carefree attitude, a shared love for travel, and strong belief in the Pura Vida philosophy that celebrates living life to the fullest, it was fitting that they exchanged their “I dos” perched on the hillside with breathtaking views of the coast. Following the ceremony, they all enjoyed a catamaran ride to the Andaz Beach House for their stunning beachfront reception filled with gorgeous airy florals by Artflower and candles galore—all under a glittering canopy of fairy lights and a sky full of stars.
Everything about their vision–from the pre-wedding yoga class for guests to all the thoughtful and personalized details–proved that the couple put a lot of thought and love into every aspect of the day. If you and your partner are a beach-loving couple looking to get away, keep scrolling to see all the beautiful images of this intentional and elegant Costa Rica destination wedding as captured by Junebug member Adriana Mendez.
While touring Andaz, we dropped through the rest of the Papagayo Peninsula and absolutely loved the views—the same views that have made us feel so blissful throughout many of our travels together. It represents an infinite future that we can make our own—one full of possibility. Unfortunately, this view was only seen from a few more forested areas. However, after talking to the super helpful and caring staff, they were able to find a spot on the edge of a golf course on the peninsula that had that view and some space for seats. With everything fitting together, we chose that as our ceremony venue. From there, we chose a catamaran that picked us from the peninsula’s port for a cocktail hour on the water during sunset. The catamaran then dropped us off at the Andaz Beach House, where we had our reception.
The Most Memorable Moments Of The Costa Rica Destination Wedding
We would say there were two main memorable parts during the day—the first being exchanging our own vows as we committed to forever with each other surrounded by our closest family and friends in a magical, meaningful setting. The second was when we all ran into the ocean to one of our favorite songs playing at the end of the night.
Bringing Pura Vida or “Pure Life” Into Their Own Lives
Costa Rica has always had a special place in both of our hearts. It was the first country we visited together, and the Pura Vida way of life perfectly describes the values we want to carry forward in our marriage. Pura Vida translates to “simple life.” For us, it means that no matter the highs, lows, and in-betweens, making sure to appreciate the simple moments together is something that is really tied into the type of love and relationship we want to uphold.
Beautifully Breaking Tradition
The traditional things don’t matter if they are foreign to you. For both of us, having the core feeling of being carefree together (something we’ve cherished throughout our relationship) was key. With that in mind, certain things felt wrong for us. For example, things like formal gifts, speeches, having an indoor ceremony/reception, our first dance, and everything that didn’t align with us melted away. It sounds cliche, but stay true to who you are as a couple. The opinions of others can get distracting.
A Fun Pre-Wedding Yoga Class For Guests
Instead of traditional gifts, in the spirit of Pura Vida, we held a yoga class for our guests. It was really zen and hilarious watching everyone in 100-degree weather try getting into crazy poses.
Personalized Wedding Day Gift Exchange
Patrick gave me a personalized compass with a letter. It symbolized our start as a married couple. After getting married, we traveled while working remotely, and although we didn’t plan too much (it ended up being six months), we are each other’s comfort zone in the uncertain but super exciting future! My gift to Patrick was a song created with a songwriter that encompassed our relationship’s beginning, our love for each other, little things the both of us hold dear, and my excitement for our future together. I created a video that included bits of our relationship from our seven years together and played it along with the song during our wedding dinner.
Congratulations to Anita and Patrick on their intentional and elegant Costa Rica destination wedding. Photographer and Junebug member Adriana Mendez truly captured the heartfelt emotions and beautiful memories of their special day. To see more of Adriana’s work, check out her profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the world!
Whether you are looking for breathtaking landscapes, incredible architecture, or simply hoping to infuse adventure into your celebration, a destination wedding can truly be a magical and memorable experience for you, your partner, and your loved ones. Take a stress-free journey to your dream getaway wedding by checking out our destination wedding planning and budget guides!
After re-planning their wedding in only three months, what Jeff and Jason wanted more than anything was to have a celebration that felt like a big Italian family dinner party at their favorite restaurant. The couple, with the help of their planner, Clutch Events, pulled out all the stops for their gorgeously lavish Il Terrazzo Carmine wedding—treating their family and friends to an experience full of unforgettable moments, an amazing feast, and awesome tunes that kept a packed dance floor all night.
If you and your partners are foodies dreaming of tying the knot at a spot that you love to frequent, these beautiful images captured by Apollo Fotografie are proof that you don’t have to sacrifice on style to host your big day at your favorite restaurant.
We had our tuxedos custom-made and embroidered with the saying, “Side by Side.” Although the phrase represents our commitment to each other, it also happens to be Jeff’s family anthem. It was sung at the wedding by Jeff’s 96-year-old Nonni. Jeff’s uncle Paul and aunt Lisa gave us each a genuine Six Pence to put in their shoes for good luck. Also, as Jason’s something old, his Dad and step-mom gave him his great-grandmother’s handkerchief, and Jeff wore his great-grand uncle’s cufflinks.
Creating A Personalized Ceremony
Because Jeff is Catholic and Jason is Jewish, we completely customized our wedding ceremony. We integrated the customs, readings, and prayers of both traditions to make a deeply meaningful ceremony for both of our families. Although finding a rabbi to make this happen was extremely difficult, we are so lucky we found one who let us create our own ceremony.
Working with Junebug Member Apollo Fotografie
Jonathan is more than just a photographer; he becomes your friend. The Apollo Fotografie team was so professional and captured nearly every moment throughout the day without making it feel like you were being watched. His inspiration led to many of the amazing photographs you will see. It helps to have a photographer who knows how to guide you.
Their Il Terrazzo Carmine Wedding That Felt Like A Family Dinner Party
Il Terrazzo Carmine is one of the oldest and most reputable Italian restaurants in Seattle. Since Jeff is Italian, we wanted our wedding to feel like a “big family Italian-style dinner.” We know the owners, and they were extraordinarily accommodating given the unprecedented nature of event-planning during a pandemic. Il Terrazzo never disappoints, and our family was very impressed. It was the best food you could imagine for a wedding. And because we have frequented the restaurant for years, we got to choose all of our favorite menu items to share with our guests.
The Most Memorable Moments Of Their Big Day
There were so many memorable moments–walking out onto the dance floor for our first dance to “I Love You Always Forever” and getting ready in our hotel suite with our wedding party, drinking and laughing with us. Each of our mother-son dances was so special and something we will never forget, too. Above all, the garter toss was the most fun of the whole night!
Congratulations to Jeff and Jason on their gorgeously lavish Il Terrazzo Carmine wedding. And big thanks to Apollo Fotografie for capturing all the stunning details and happy moments throughout their special day. To see more from this talented team of photographers, check out their profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the globe
A restaurant wedding, like Jeff and Jason’s, can be very meaningful and memorable when you choose a venue that is special to you and your partner. And with help from the right team, combined with your personal style, you can make this unique venue alternative like this feel like your own.
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