{"id":829084,"date":"2025-02-04T01:00:20","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T07:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=829084"},"modified":"2025-01-28T08:50:04","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T14:50:04","slug":"couple-found-destination-wedding-perfection-in-san-miguel-de-allende","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/couple-found-destination-wedding-perfection-in-san-miguel-de-allende\/","title":{"rendered":"After Local Venues Fell Short, This Couple Found Destination Wedding Perfection in San Miguel de Allende"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Ryan and Andrew’s <\/span>love story<\/span><\/a> began in March 2017 when they joined the same kickball team in a local social sports league. What started as a friendship grew deeper throughout the year, and by December, their platonic bond transformed into a romance. “By the end of 2017, we became inseparable,” they shared.<\/span><\/p>\n

When it came time to plan their wedding, they wanted a day that celebrated their love and allowed their guests to share in the joy. Initially, the pair explored venues in Philadelphia but nothing felt quite right. “We just weren’t excited about any of the local options,” they explained. That’s when a friend suggested a <\/span>destination wedding<\/span><\/a>, and the idea immediately clicked. Having traveled to San Miguel de Allende in 2022 for Andrew’s 40th birthday, the city’s charm, colors, and energy left a lasting impression. “We quickly fell in love with the city during that trip,” they said. It became clear that this was the <\/span>perfect place<\/span><\/a> to celebrate their wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n

In spring of 2023, they connected with Junebug vendor <\/span>Bougainvillea Weddings<\/span><\/a> to bring their vision to life. “The entire team took our design, ceremony, and reception ideas and ran with them,” the couple shared. “They delivered above and beyond to create the most amazing day of our lives.” Planning a destination wedding could have been overwhelming, but Bougainvillea Weddings made the process effortless. “We loved that they provided an excellent <\/span>list of pros<\/span><\/a> and gave thoughtful feedback on which ones would best fit the mood and aesthetics of our wedding,” they explained. One of them was Junebug vendor and photographer <\/span>Fer De Jesus<\/span><\/a>, whom the couple connected with virtually.<\/span><\/p>\n

Zoom meetings with vendors also proved invaluable. “Because this was a destination wedding, having these calls was important to us,” they said. “We wanted to get to know our vendors as people and discuss what we wanted for our wedding day.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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Featured Junebug Vendors:<\/em><\/h2>\n

Bougainvillea Weddings<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

Fer De Jesus<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n

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The couple kicked off their <\/span>wedding weekend<\/span><\/a> with a callejoneada, or wedding parade, through Parque Benito Juárez. The parade, complete with a <\/span>mariachi band<\/span><\/a>, mojigangas (papier-mâché figures of Ryan, Andrew, and their dog Penny), and a burro, led guests through the charming streets of San Miguel de Allendel. “Our friends and family loved it—it was the perfect way to start the weekend and introduce everyone to the culture.” <\/span><\/p>\n

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The festivities continued with a <\/span>rehearsal dinner<\/span><\/a> at <\/span>Casa San Jose<\/span><\/a>, a venue with a stunning outdoor space. Guests enjoyed tacos al pastor under the stars while sharing <\/span>heartfelt speeches<\/span><\/a>. “It set the tone for the rest of the celebration.” <\/span><\/p>\n

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yan and Andrew started their wedding day with a laid-back, fun moment getting ready together. They helped each other with their suits<\/a>, adjusted boutonnières, and straightened ties, all while sharing smiles and a few laughs. It was a relaxed, happy start to the day that set the tone for everything ahead.<\/p>\n

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Ryan and Andrew’s rooftop <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a> at <\/span>Terraza Trinitate<\/span><\/a> was nothing short of breathtaking. The venue showcased stunning views of the city and featured a vibrant <\/span>floral arch<\/span><\/a> in rich jewel tones of fuchsia, orange, and deep blue. The arch framed the rustic wooden doors, creating a romantic focal point. “Walking into the ceremony and seeing all the planning come to life was surreal,” they said. “It was overwhelming in the best way.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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The ceremony itself was deeply personal. “Our incredible <\/span>officiant<\/span><\/a> met with us individually to craft the perfect summary of our relationship,” they shared. They also included meaningful song lyrics as <\/span>readings<\/span><\/a>, and both nearly lost their composure during Wolf Alice’s <\/span>Don’t Delete The Kisses<\/span><\/i>:<\/span><\/p>\n

Me and you were meant to be in love<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>I see the signs of a lifetime, you ‘til I die<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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To add a lighthearted moment, Ryan and Andrew included a <\/span>unity ceremony<\/span><\/a> featuring <\/span>Casa Dragones<\/span><\/a> tequila. “Taking that shot was such a fun way to catch our breath, smile, and set the mood for the rest of the night,” they said.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The jewel-tone <\/span>color palette<\/span><\/a> carried seamlessly into the reception <\/span>decor<\/span><\/a>, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere. <\/span>Tables<\/span><\/a> were dressed with <\/span>floral arrangements<\/span><\/a> in bold shades of fuchsia, red, orange, and purple, perfectly complemented by <\/span>vintage glassware<\/span><\/a>, gold flatware, and textured napkins that added a refined touch. <\/span><\/p>\n

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“We wanted the <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a> to feel like a lively fiesta while still being elegant,” the couple explained. The result was a stunning celebration that not only reflected their personalities but also encapsulated the vibrant spirit of their San Miguel de Allende wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Another unexpected moment was a <\/span>wedding cake<\/span><\/a> gifted by the Bougainvillea team. “It was such a thoughtful gesture, and the cake was delicious!” they added. Photos of the couple cutting the cake are among their favorites from the evening.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Planning a destination wedding requires trust, and Ryan and Andrew were grateful for their <\/span>planning team<\/span><\/a>. “Bougainvillea reassured us every step of the way,” they shared. “They kept telling us not to worry, and they were right. Everything was perfect, from the flowers to the <\/span>food<\/span><\/a> to the overall vibe.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking back on their San Miguel de Allende wedding, the couple’s <\/span>advice<\/span><\/a> to other couples is simple: “Do what feels authentic to you, and don’t rush the process. At the end of the day, it’s all about celebrating your love.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Photography – Fer De Jesus<\/span><\/a>
\nEvent Planning + Floral Design – Bougainvillea Weddings<\/span><\/a>
\nVenue – Terraza Trinitate<\/span><\/a>
\nVideography – Amour Films<\/a>
\nInvitation Design – Papier<\/a>
\nMakeup + Hair Styling – Itza Marquez<\/a>
\nGrooms’ Apparel – Suit Supply
\nGrooms’ Accessories – Taft<\/a> + The Tie Bar <\/a>
\nWelcome Party Accommodations – Casa San Jose<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Ryan and Andrew’s love story began in March 2017 when they joined the same kickball team in a local social sports league. What started as a friendship grew deeper throughout the year, and by December, their platonic bond transformed into a romance. “By the end of 2017, we became inseparable,” they shared. When it came time to plan their wedding, they wanted a day that celebrated their love and allowed their guests to share in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"kia_subtitle":"","footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"","_twitter_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type":"","_pinterest_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"","_medium_share_type":"","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[1257,1052,1255,1075,1089,1242,1005,1087],"tags":[1107,1110,1109,1106,1112,1097],"class_list":["post-829084","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-best-wedding-photographer","category-best-wedding-photography","category-best-wedding-planners","category-destination-wedding","category-lgbtq-plus-wedding","category-mexico-wedding","category-real-weddings","category-romantic-wedding","tag-bright-red","tag-dark-pink","tag-light-pink","tag-orange","tag-purple","tag-yellow"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/829084","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=829084"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/829084\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=829084"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=829084"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=829084"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}