wedding photography
Cabo San Lucas Destination Wedding : Samantha + Ismael's Epic Luxe Modern destination elopement in Baja California.
I can’t tell you how excited I was when I booked this elopement in Cabo I saved the date back in 2016!!, yes!! Tre years in the making and what a dream!. I love traveling and this location was so beautiful and different than Hawaii! I had so much fun photographing Samantha and Ismael’s Cabo Elopement, they were so loving and charming I will never forget Samantha’s first hug the warmest ever liker we were friend of 10 years!, I knew this was gonna be such an special crush!
The Bride’s details were some of the most beautiful I’ve seen, from the rings to her crown, to her amazing heels! I absolutely loved her dress, she looked elegant and the crown added the finishing touch! Ismael’s suit was the perfect match, maroon velvet looked amazing next to his bride’s beautiful lace gown. I love that these two chose every detail that made them happy, it was an intimate affair and I felt lucky to have been a part of it!
The ceremony was placed perfectly up on a cliff overlooking the ocean, in the resort El Pedregal. So fortunate that Destini brought to see such an amazing place. The water was unbelievably blue, I couldn’t handle how beautiful the scene was. After they said “I do” we explored the resort and took advantage of all the amazing scenery. The most beautiful cactus heaven and pastel colors It was my desert wonderland. It felt like we had the place to ourselves! They enjoyed a secluded dinner for two with an epic view that evening, congrats to Samantha and Ismael!!
Casey + Gino { Elegant Vintage Inspired Hawaiian Affair at Olowalu Plantation House}
From the moment I met Casey and Gino they were just a sparkle of glamour and everything amazing. I met them at their engagement session before their wedding, they were so cute, happy, sweet and beyond stylish. I got to really know them that day, I heard their story and truly established a friendship with them prior to their wedding day.
The day of the wedding at tropical Olowalu Plantation house was absolutely epic from start to finish. The first thing that really stood out to me about them on their wedding day was how much they value their family and friends, Everyone was so happy, warm and welcoming. It is truly hard to put into words how much joy you could feel throughout their entire day, and how much love every guest in attendance has for this cute boys.
My absolute favorite moment of Casey and Gino's day was when they walked down the aisle together. Casey started tearing up looking at Casey, and through the photos you can see the sparkle in their faces. You truly can feel the joy and love they share radiating through them.
Casey and Gino integrated the kids so beautifully by including them all as part of their processional, and immediately following the ceremony Casey and Gino went straight up to the children to start dancing and playing with them. I believe you can learn a lot about people by how they treat children, and even though this couple doesn't have kids of their own yet, the love and attention they gave all the kids spoke volumes to me.
The only only flowers the couple wanted in their ceremony was flower leis for all of their guests. The leis were draped over every guest's chair and they were all encouraged to wear them for the rest of the day. This small gesture added one more way of including every guest and showing how much the couple values each of them.
Another beautiful way that Casey and Gino included all of their guests was by having a small hula dancing lesson taught by Manutea E Nui following the ceremony. The dancing got all the guests involved and having fun! Manutea E Nui then performed a hula and fire dancing show for everyone following dinner.
It was such an honor to be such an integral part of capturing Casey and Gino's special day and documenting their love. Their love is contagious and inspiring, and everyone deserves a love like theirs.
VENDORS
Design + Coordination | Couture Events | @coutureeventshawaii
Venue | Olowalu Plantation House | @olowaluplantationhouse
Officiant | Ernest Pua’a | @ernestpuaa
Caterer | Cutting Edge Catering | @cuttingedgecatering
Cocktail Catering | Garnish Craft Cocktails | @garnishcraftcocktails
Cake | Cake Fanatics | @cakefanatics
Floral Design | Teresa Sena | @teresasenamaui
Photography | Angie Diaz Photography | @angiediazphotography
Ceremony Musician | Barefoot Minded | @barefootminded
DJ | DJ Lina | @thelinabradford
Entertainment | Manutea Nui E | @manuteanuie
Ceremony Surfboard Rentals | Envisions Entertainment @envisionshawaii
Ceremony Rentals | Signature Events | @signaturemaui
Reception Rentals | Signature Events | @signaturemaui
Reception Rentals | Inspiration Event Rentals | @inspirationhawaii
Linens | La Tavola Fine Linens | @latavolalinen
Lighting | Signature Events | @signaturemaui
Table Top Rentals | Set | @setmaui
Calligraphy | Miss B Calligraphy | @missbcalligraphy
Photo-booth | Spotlight Photo-booth | @spotlightphotoboothco
Transportation | Speedi Shuttle | @speedishuttle
Transportation | TP Transportation |
Casey's Attire | Dolce & Gabbana jacket @dolcegabbana, Lanvin shirt @lanvinofficial, Tom Ford tie @tomford, DSquared2 trousers @dsquared2, Ferragamo shoes @ferragamo
Gino’s Attire | Ralph Lauren Tux @ralphlauren, Saint Laurent shirt @ysl, Ted Baker @ted_baker trousers, Prada shoes @prada
Invitation Suite | designed by groom, @lilitalynyc in collaboration with @paperpresentation
As Seen On | Brides | @brides