{Weekend Wedding} Destination Mexico!

Welcome to a {Weekend Wedding} in Mexico!

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Welcome to Mexico!  This couple was really inspired by the colouful and summery atmosphere of Mexico and knew that it would be the perfect theme for their wedding.  An elegant, yet festive strapless organza wedding dress with cascading ruffles by Demetrios Sposabella is accented by colourful mismatched Mexican peasant dresses on the bridesmaids (photo by Daisy Varley).  Long before this fiesta took place, the guests received invitations decorated with Mexican inspired images of hanging lace reminiscent of the Mexican celebration of El Día de los Muertos, or "the Day of the Dead."  Instead of using flowers, the couple opt for unique bouquets and centerpieces of succulents and cacti.  The reception tables are draped in colourful  striped linens reminiscent of Mexican tapestries and every table is numbered in Spanish rather than English.  The guests indulge in a delicious buffet of the couple's favourite Mexican foods while sipping on various Mexican liquors.  Instead of serving a cake, the couple chose to offer their guests powdered pecan cookies, which is a traditional wedding dessert in Mexico.  At the end of the evening, everyone is sent home with a brightly coloured maraca (photo by Daisy Varley) to keep the fun spirit of this celebration alive long after it is finished.

{It's the Little Touches ...}

Want a unique piece of jewelry for your wedding rather than going with the stand-by of diamonds, crystals, or pearls?  These necklaces by etsy seller JustineJustine feature long strings of colouful beads made from the acai fruit.

A Mexican themed wedding is the perfect time to add a little South into your footwear!  Put you and your girls in cowboy boots!  The more styles and shades that you have, the more eclectic and unique your look will be.

Bright paper flowers are a great project for the DIY bride and they really make a colouful statement. 

Photo by Daisy Varley.

I want to thank everyone that came to enjoy February is Destination Month.  I hope that you all enjoyed it as much as I did!  Spring is just around the corner!  So, as we leave winter, we will start looking at some colour combinations fit for a Spring time wedding.  Be sure to make your vote count and I'll see you all next week!

{What to Wear Wednesday} Destination Mexico!

Welcome to {What to Wear Wednesday}  Destination Mexico!
Have you ever watched a beautiful and exotic Mexican woman dance with poise and confidence?  Wouldn't it be fabulous if on your wedding day you felt just like that?  With fashion, anything is possible!  When choosing your wedding day fashions for a Mexican themed wedding, consider what makes the fashions of a Mexican, salsa, or flamenco dancer so beautiful and sexy and yet so elegant.  Let's explore some fantastic Mexican inspired fashions!

{Wedding Dresses}
For a Mexican themed wedding, I think that your dress should have elements that give it sophistication with a touch of sexiness.  Try looking for dresses that pull elements from sexy salsa dancing dresses like multiple tiers of lace or tulle and strapless or halter necklines.

Both dresses by Demetrios Blue.

All dresses by Demetrios Sposabella.

Dress on left by Liancarlo; dress on right by Pronovios.

{Bridesmaid Dresses}
For your girls, you can also try to give their dresses a Mexican appeal by using tiered skirts and sexy necklines.  You could also try a simpler fashion and the accent it with some distinctive accessories.  As for colour, stick to bright and saturated colours like blue, green, purple, orange, or red.

All dresses by Alfred Angelo.

What a great idea!  Opt for a simple black dress with a flowing or tiered skirt and accent it with fans instead of bouquets for a distinctively sexy Mexican feel.

There will be no {Floral Friday} for this final week of February is Destination Month.  However, this weekend you are all still invited to a {Weekend Wedding} in Mexico! 

Also, be sure to cast your vote for this week's poll.