{"id":844960,"date":"2025-09-30T01:00:04","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T06:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=844960"},"modified":"2025-09-23T04:34:33","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T09:34:33","slug":"epic-wedding-brought-800-guests-together-unforgettable-celebration-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/epic-wedding-brought-800-guests-together-unforgettable-celebration-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"This Epic Wedding Brought 800 Guests Together for an Unforgettable Celebration in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After more than twelve years together, Maria and Jose knew their special day had to be nothing short of extraordinary. For them, marriage wasn&rsquo;t just about formalizing their relationship, it was about creating a once-in-a-lifetime celebration to share with the people who shaped their lives.Surrounded by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-guest-list-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800 guests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, they hosted an epic wedding in Mexico that combined meaningful traditions, lush styling, and a party their friends and family will never forget.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What We Love About This Epic Wedding<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A guest list of 800, proving big weddings can still feel personal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Catholic ceremony in a grand on-site church filled with flowers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A secret garden-inspired reception with olive tones, greenery, and statement florals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized menus and a candy station that guests adored<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844971\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/dd\/59\/dd59ad48a987a30b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844973\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/1f\/a6\/1fa67074a8825866.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844972\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/89\/3e\/893ea3537037eb1d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Featured Vendor:<br>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/mexico\/riviera-maya\/Lite-Weddings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lite Weddings<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844975\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a8\/fe\/a8fecd22338466e7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844980\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b3\/aa\/b3aaaa11ec3590e5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844990\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/98\/f6\/98f6cf06ecda4597.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How the Couple Approached Their Wedding Day Style<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maria and Jose kept their wedding style polished and intentional. Jose wore a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-groom-style-ideas-for-well-dressed-guys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tailored navy suit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a matching tie and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-most-stylish-groom-accessories-on-etsy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pocket square<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while Maria chose an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/inesdisanto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ines Di Santo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gown from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.velumbridal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Velum Bridal Atelier<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, detailed with 3D floral appliqu&eacute;s and paired with a long veil. Her <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/dreamy-romantic-wedding-hairstyles-perfect-for-your-big-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleek bun<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, finished with a single white flower, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/bridal-makeup-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">makeup<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by the personal artist of singer Belinda completed the look.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844979\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3e\/74\/3e7488a7c15e3e0c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844982\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cc\/20\/cc200cc70936f17c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844984\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/5a\/75\/5a75d8cfd3b18946.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shop Floral Hair Pieces:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"shopthepost-widget\" data-widget-id=\"5365037\">\r\n                <script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\">\r\n                    !function(d,s,id){\r\n                        var e, p = \/^http:\/.test(d.location) ? 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This gave them the chance to take portraits, capture family photos, and share a private moment before the day picked up pace. &ldquo;We wanted that very intimate moment, and it gave us time for couple photos before everything began,&rdquo; Maria said.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845000\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ee\/92\/ee922bd699112590.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-844999\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0e\/43\/0e43b7218d1e5234.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845003\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/40\/c0\/40c041fd7d4bf793.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845005\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a4\/07\/a4076c035bf9d3da.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Timeless Catholic Ceremony<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The celebration started in the historic church at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.luceroalvarez.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hacienda Lagunillas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, its towering arches, ornate details, and crystal chandeliers creating a timeless backdrop for the couple&rsquo;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/get-inspired-by-these-30-touching-wedding-vows-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Rows of white and green <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/use-this-wedding-floral-checklist-to-incorporate-flowers-throughout-your-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">florals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> framed the aisle as Maria made her entrance with her father.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845022\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/fc\/05\/fc05fca9a2540978.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845029\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/47\/f6\/47f69d0db3dfb043.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845028\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/2e\/a0\/2ea0705c94ccc3fd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845030\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b3\/ef\/b3ef254fc2ac5b8e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;We decided to marry in the church at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">venue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so we didn&rsquo;t have to move from place to place,&rdquo; Maria explained. The seamless flow gave the day a relaxed rhythm despite the large guest count.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845036\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/58\/6a\/586a179c1cff9e3f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845037\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/79\/e3\/79e3fe25151e6c20.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845038\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3a\/59\/3a594e968dd9e717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845040\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/dd\/a8\/dda84396daf7c802.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845042\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e3\/a8\/e3a88ea67cced4c8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the ceremony, the newlyweds stepped into a vintage <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-transportation-ideas-for-your-big-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mercedes Benz<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. &ldquo;We wanted a moment to ourselves before the reception. We drove away, had sparkling wine in the car, and took a little break before the party began.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845043\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/77\/3b\/773b9c3cc73ee761.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845046\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/28\/98\/289873aa0e2f23f0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-845045\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e4\/54\/e454c98ad4e7495a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-845044\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/af\/18\/af188b8c0ff3392d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845047\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/89\/61\/8961c18cd2575ba1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845049\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/58\/8e\/588ea6cad6cf6380.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-845048\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cc\/22\/cc2283a2f0ef4c48.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the Right Creative Team<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many moving parts, Maria leaned on her <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">planner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to manage the big picture. But for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-videographers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">videography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and florals, she preferred to be hands-on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;I looked at a lot of photographers before finding <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/liteweddings.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lite Weddings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&rdquo; she said. &ldquo;Their style was exactly what I was looking for&mdash;clean, classy, and elegant.&rdquo; She also worked directly with her floral team to ensure her secret garden <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/5-steps-making-wedding-mood-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vision<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> came to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845011\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/85\/30\/85304acfa77aa674.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845018\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e5\/f8\/e5f800dfb3cf20eb.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845020\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/06\/4d\/064df2d2facbf49e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845026\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/9c\/82\/9c8299af3af93678.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transforming the Reception Into a Secret Garden<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maria envisioned a reception that felt like an enchanted garden, and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trusted vendor team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> made it a reality. The space featured majestic three-meter trees, cascading greenery, and a dramatic ceiling installation that created a canopy effect. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception-table-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tables<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were styled with soft olive linens, green glassware, and layered textures, paired with lush arrangements of fuchsia and white blooms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845054\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8f\/47\/8f47493b2198c9a9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845058\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/7a\/a6\/7aa61026173c6682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845063\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b3\/cb\/b3cb6f50ff7299c5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845062\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/48\/39\/48397dcc0bd4f725.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845068\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b7\/94\/b794f54aa526c6d0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;Everything was centered on olive green tones. We paired greenery with vibrant fuchsia flowers and pure white accents to create freshness and romance.&rdquo; Seasonal fruits were worked into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/make-statement-unique-wedding-table-centerpieces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">centerpieces<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while personalized menus and a huge candy station added thoughtful, playful touches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845033\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/aa\/b0\/aab09b8bd381cf0d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845031\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/db\/67\/db67fdbafbe443af.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845024\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/1a\/94\/1a94215e669cdc47.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845023\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e6\/0f\/e60f66dc078b0c7f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lessons Learned From Hosting 800 Guests<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maria&rsquo;s biggest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/best-wedding-advice-from-real-couples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">takeaway<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for couples? &ldquo;I think getting a wedding planner makes things easier,&rdquo; she advised. &ldquo;Everything was perfect at our wedding because of the support we had.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845072\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/28\/27\/2827bbc38602c7f3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845074\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/64\/3a\/643ae40878045d84.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845075\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/58\/b1\/58b188b5b063c088.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845077\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a9\/f6\/a9f605b32ad65bb7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845079\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8a\/a3\/8aa32a367487d150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the heartfelt church ceremony to the vibrant reception and unforgettable party, Maria and Jose&rsquo;s epic wedding was the result of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thoughtful planning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and genuine celebration. Their story proves that even the largest weddings can feel both grand and deeply personal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845081\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/40\/d9\/40d98c783bc8a408.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845082\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a5\/bc\/a5bccf9eddfb61f7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845086\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/e2\/22e2581629c93287.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845087\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/61\/b1\/61b19040136d1956.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845090\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/eb\/27\/eb277cf4e2dd5d40.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-845091\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/54\/39\/54396dd45e5c1333.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"goldbox\">\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Photography + Videography &ndash; <a href=\"http:\/\/liteweddings.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lite Weddings<\/a><br>\nEvent Planning &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luceroalvarez.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lucero Alvarez<\/a><br>\nVenue &ndash; <a href=\"http:\/\/haciendalagunillas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hacienda Lagunillas<\/a><br>\nFloral Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/edeniastudio\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Edenia Studio<\/a><br>\nDJ &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/atmosphere_3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Atmosphere<\/a><br>\nLive Music &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/lulaband.mx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lula Band<\/a><br>\nMakeup Artist &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beredelarosamakeup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bere de la Rosa<\/a><br>\nHair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/javierdiaz_hairstyle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Javier Diaz Hairstyle<\/a><br>\nWedding Dress &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.velumbridal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Velum Bridal<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; After more than twelve years together, Maria and Jose knew their special day had to be nothing short of extraordinary. 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