{"id":854845,"date":"2026-01-23T01:00:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T07:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=854845"},"modified":"2026-01-24T12:47:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-24T18:47:51","slug":"sun-soaked-orange-destination-wedding-at-hacienda-antigua-on-riviera-nayarit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/sun-soaked-orange-destination-wedding-at-hacienda-antigua-on-riviera-nayarit\/","title":{"rendered":"A Sun-Soaked Orange Destination Wedding at Hacienda Antigua on the Riviera Nayarit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Sydney and Austin wanted their wedding to feel warm, familiar, and centered on bringing all their favorite people together for a full weekend rather than a single day. They were drawn to a <\/span>setting<\/span><\/a> with character and history—something that felt more like hosting loved ones in a beautiful home than a traditional venue. That direction led them to Mexico, where they discovered <\/span>Hacienda Antigua<\/span><\/a> and immediately knew it matched what they were looking for, even without seeing it in person.<\/span><\/p>\n

The ease they felt about the setting mirrored the way their relationship began. What started as a chance meeting on a night out in Newport Beach quickly turned into something neither of them expected but immediately recognized. “Everything moved faster than we imagined, but it felt easy, exciting, and exactly right,” they shared. Having grown up in Southern California with overlapping circles and a shared love for Spanish architecture and coastal charm, their worlds already felt connected long before wedding planning entered the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n

What We Love About This Hacienda Antigua Wedding<\/span><\/h2>\n
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A marigold-forward color palette<\/span><\/li>\n
A destination that felt familiar rather than far from home<\/span><\/li>\n
A ceremony built around slowing down and taking it all in<\/span><\/li>\n
Thoughtful DIY details that made guests feel genuinely welcomed<\/span><\/li>\n
A celebration that ended with everyone jumping in the pool<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Featured Vendor:<\/em><\/h2>\nKape Photography<\/a>
\n MemoryBox Photography<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Planning a Wedding Without a Roadmap<\/span><\/h2>\n
Planning a <\/span>destination wedding<\/span><\/a> entirely from afar brought equal parts excitement and uncertainty. Their planner hadn’t worked at the venue or even in that area before, and without a hotel team in place, every vendor and detail had to be sourced independently.<\/span><\/p>\n
“We leaned heavily on research, recommendations, and trusting our instincts,” they said. While it required patience and flexibility, the process made the celebration feel distinctly theirs, shaped piece by piece rather than pulled from a template.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Welcoming Guests Through Food and Flavor<\/span><\/h2>\n
The <\/span>welcome party<\/span><\/a> set the rhythm for the weekend. Guests were greeted with an elevated al pastor taco bar, street corn, desserts, and interactive tastings featuring tequila, chocolate, and hot sauce. It gave everyone a shared experience right away, especially for guests meeting for the first time.<\/span><\/p>\n
For the r<\/span>ehearsal dinner<\/span><\/a>, the couple headed into Sayulita for a night out at their favorite restaurant, Rustika. After dinner, the group wandered through nearby bars and live music spots, letting the evening unfold naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Building the Color Palette Around a Single Hue<\/span><\/h2>\n
Rather than layering multiple hues, Sydney gravitated toward a focused <\/span>color palette<\/span><\/a> centered on marigolds and warm orange tones. “I wanted something bright, happy, and a little unexpected.” Against the surrounding greenery, the color choice felt bold without overwhelming the space.<\/span><\/p>\n
The <\/span>florals<\/span><\/a> added movement and personality while allowing the architecture, rustic bar, and antique furnishings to remain front and center. It was a reminder that a strong single color can carry an entire design when used with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Letting the Ceremony Set the Emotional Tone<\/span><\/h2>\n
Skipping a first look was an intentional decision. Sydney wanted the aisle to be the first moment Austin saw her as his bride, and that anticipation shaped the emotional arc of the <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n
One of the most memorable moments came when their facilitator invited them to pause and take in the scene around them. “It was such a powerful reminder of how loved we are.” A light breeze passed through, followed by a brief sprinkle of rain with the sun still shining, adding to the feeling of the moment.<\/span><\/p>\n
Live guitar music opened the ceremony, followed by heartfelt vows and a celebratory walk-out song that naturally carried guests into cocktail hour.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Wedding Style That Matched the Setting<\/span><\/h2>\n
Sydney’s <\/span>dress<\/span><\/a> struck a balance between classic and relaxed, with a soft off-white tone, textured fabric, and an easy silhouette. “It was only the fourth dress I tried on,” she said. The long train and <\/span>cathedral veil<\/span><\/a> added drama, while the overall look still felt effortless.<\/span><\/p>\n
Austin wore a <\/span>light tan suit<\/span><\/a> that worked seamlessly with the stone and greenery of Hacienda Antigua, keeping the overall look refined without feeling too formal. Together, their style felt cohesive with the setting.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Deciding on a Location That Worked for a Full Weekend<\/span><\/h2>\n
Mexico<\/span><\/a> wasn’t about choosing a destination for the sake of spectacle. For Sydney and Austin, it felt like a natural continuation of the environments they grew up around. “A grand hacienda felt familiar and meaningful,” Sydney explained, especially since they wanted a <\/span>full weekend<\/span><\/a> together rather than a single-day event.<\/span><\/p>\n
That <\/span>vision<\/span><\/a> came into focus at Hacienda Antigua, where stone textures, antique details, and lush landscaping created an atmosphere that felt layered and lived-in. Instead of transforming the space, they focused on letting it lead, adding just enough to enhance what was already there.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Keeping the Focus on the Experience, Not the Schedule<\/span><\/h2>\n
After the ceremony, Sydney and Austin focused on staying present rather than moving through a tightly packed schedule. They took a few family photos, shared a quiet moment together, and had their first drink of the night before rejoining their guests.<\/span><\/p>\n
That same ease carried into the <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a>. Under glowing lights, friends and family shared heartfelt speeches, enjoyed standout food, and danced well into the night. By the end of the evening, guests found themselves jumping into the pool, an unplanned but fitting finale that matched the energy of the weekend at Hacienda Antigua.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Throughout the celebration, personal details were layered in without feeling overdone. Sydney and Austin <\/span>designed<\/span><\/a> their invitations, matchboxes, cocktail napkins, late-night bar cups, and guest itineraries, along with personalized welcome notes placed in each guest’s room before arrival. Sydney also sourced small decor pieces locally in Sayulita to add warmth and character across the weekend’s events.<\/span><\/p>\n
Creating those details alongside her sister and planner became part of the experience itself. “The small touches were what made the weekend feel the most like us,” she shared.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Making Decisions Without Seeing Everything in Person<\/span><\/h2>\n
Their <\/span>advice<\/span><\/a> is simple: trust your instincts and resist the pressure to follow expectations. “Some of our favorite moments were the ones that felt the most true to us,” they shared.<\/span><\/p>\n
Once the day arrives, letting go matters just as much as planning. Things may not be flawless, but they will feel right. “Focus on the people, the moments, and the atmosphere you want to create.” That’s what lingers long after the celebration at Hacienda Antigua comes to a close.<\/span><\/p>\n
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The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
Photography – Kape Photography<\/a>
\nEvent Planning – Krista Lee Buffington
\nCeremony Venue – Villa Boda<\/a>
\nReception Venue – Hacienda Antigua<\/a>
\nFloral Design – Flor Caballero<\/a>
\nCatering – A Chef in Paradise<\/a>
\nCake – Sandra Guillen Dijosa
\nOfficiant – Scott Osburn
\nDJ – DJ Cesar Valladares<\/a>
\nLive Music – Mariachi Azteca Real <\/a> + Esau Galvan Saltos<\/a>
\nVideography – MemoryBox<\/a>
\nInvitation Design – Sydney<\/span> Kohler
\nWedding Dress – Anthropologie Bridal<\/a>
\nGroom’s Apparel – Suits Supply<\/a>
\nRings – Sarah Lundquist<\/a>
\nRentals – Del Cabo Rentals<\/a> + Warehouse Guanajuato<\/a>
\nLighting – Mac Event Group<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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