5 Reasons to Consider Cabo for Your Wedding
We love being one of the “5 Reasons You Should Consider Cabo for Your Wedding” in Martha Stewart Weddings! Big thanks to Shira Savada, Real Weddings Editor for Martha Stewart Weddings, and all the amazing collaborators involved in producing this featured story about hosting your destination wedding in our beloved Los Cabos, Mexico. Read the […]
Beautiful Bridal Gowns by Hayley Paige
Fashion designer, and recent bride, Hayley Paige, has brought a much-needed breath of fresh air to the bridal fashion scene. Light, airy and romantic on the whole, her wedding gowns are to-die-for! We admire them all but here are a few of our favorites: RAE The photos of this gown do not do it justice. As […]
Suspended Beauty
HANGING CENTERPIECES This floral chandelier, one of Elena’s signature designs, is twined with beautiful blooms such as white garden roses and whimsical lisianthus for a luscious look. “Even just one of my floral lamps is lovely hanging over an escort-card or sweetheart table in the dinner area,” she says. “It’s a great way to bring […]
Marisa & Frank’s Beachfront Wedding at The Cape
Beachfront Wedding at The Cape MARISA AND FRANK’S Cabo wedding took place at The Cape, one of Mexico’s newest resorts and, perhaps, most stylish. Located within the natural landscape surrounding the Monuments Beach point break, The Cape is the quintessential Southern California-meets-Baja luxury hotel. The ideal wedding venue for a fun, hip couple like Marisa and Frank! […]
Flowers are at the Heart of Elena Damy
AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL Exquisite floral design is at the very heart and soul of our special event business! It is, and always will be, Elena Damy’s first love in the world of events and visual design. ELENA DAMY, THE DESIGNER As the Creative Director and Lead Floral Designer for the company named after her, […]
Engaged? Our Top 10 Tips to Ring in the New Year
Our Top 10 Tips to Ring in the New Year He popped the question! Well, felicitaciones! You’re officially engaged! Assuming you’ve already enjoyed a little time together to celebrate, here are our top 10 tips on what to do to get started on your wedding planning! CONGRATULATIONS! YOU’RE ENGAGED! NOW, WHAT? 1) MAKE THE CALL. Before you […]
Collection of Eventful Moments from 2016
WHEN WE LOOK BACK AT 2016, we see how amazing a year it was! Our best work, ever! From planning and designing weddings in Los Cabos’ most breathtaking hotels, to festively decorating corporate retreats at Cabo’s coolest resorts, to creating one-of-a-kind weekend-long birthday celebrations in luxurious private villas. We really did it all and oh-so-much more! We also […]
A Little Glitz, A Little Glamour
WE’RE FEEDING OUR SHOE OBSESSION today with this photograph from Amy Bennett Photography. Two pairs of gorgeous wedding shoes captured at Lexi’s wedding to Fletcher, an over-the-top wedding we designed at The Resort at Pedregal in Los Cabos, Mexico. But the bride’s personal, wedding styling was all HER as you can see from her bold choice of wearing […]
The Elegant Beauty of an Orchid Bouquet
THE ORCHID FLOWER personifies elegance, luxury and beauty. To us, and to our brides, as well as to countless style icons for hundreds of years harking back to Chinese emperors and Victorian nobility. The orchid speaks in cultured tones well appreciated. FOR WEDDINGS WE DESIGN, we find there is just no other bloom that captures the […]
Golden Delicious Cabo Wedding
ESCAPING THE COLD CHICAGO WINTER TO MARRY IN LOS CABOS was a must for Meka and Shon. They had been coming to Cabo San Lucas for years on holiday, so once they got engaged they knew they would be back to marry in Mexico! The venue of choice? The luxurious Las Ventanas al Paraiso with its […]
Los Cabos Beach Ceremony
WHITNEY AND ANTHONY celebrated their Mexico wedding with a four-day event in Los Cabos for their friends and family. As luxury real estate brokers in San Diego, it’s not surprising that this stylish couple looked for, and ultimately found with the help of Claudia Morales, their amazing wedding planner from ELENA DAMY: Destination Weddings, their own private oasis […]
Chic Style, Epic Romance
CHANCES ARE, YOU HAVE ALREADY seen a glimpse of Nina and Douglas’ chic destination wedding somewhere online. Not only has it been featured on Style Me Pretty, but specific design elements and style details artistically photographed by Ashley Bosnick have also found their way onto countless Pinterest boards! Right down to the groom’s bespoke suit […]
A Dream Vow Renewal in Los Cabos
DESIGNING FAMILY CELEBRATIONS for clients around the world gives us a beautiful opportunity to be a part of their world, if only for one joyous weekend. But if you follow our work, you’ll know that we don’t just plan and design weddings. We also custom design other types of lifestyle parties, such as wedding proposals, birthday […]
Floral Arches, Beautiful First Impression
FIRST IMPRESSIONS in event design are crucial. They are moments that, if missed, are lost opportunities you just can’t get back. For us, that first visual moment at a wedding is at the entrance to the ceremony area. The very spot the guests turn the corner, or come out of the terrace doors, or step out into […]
Meet with Us in Southern California
WE’RE CALIFORNIA DREAMING, which is a good thing as we’re heading up to our office in Orange County in just a couple of days! We’re looking forward to some super special meetings with clients and potential clients, as well as with some of the wedding industry’s best professionals, artisans, locations, and suppliers. Our days in SoCal are never […]
Your Bridal Bouquet: The Perfect Accessory
LIKE NINA’S BRIDAL BOUQUET SHOWN HERE, your wedding bouquet is the final expression of your wedding ensemble. It’s the last piece of bridal style puzzle and it generally brings tradition, joy and freshness to your silhouette. HELD FOR SUCH A SHORT TIME, like the wedding gown itself, it is amazing how the bride’s bouquet can be such a […]
Leaning in to Love
WE HAVE ALWAYS LOVED THIS SWEET PHOTO of Erich and Erica taken on their wedding day by Chris Plus Lynn Photographers. Their casual, loving pose says so much about their love for each other, but also how that love story was shared in true Cabo style! Sophisticated, relaxed, and romantic! {Photo taken at Esperanza, An […]
Step Out in Style in Sergio Rossi’s Swarovski Crystal Sandals
ALWAYS ON THE HUNT for the perfect pair of wedding shoes for our clients, when we saw these sexy modern stilettos from Sergio Rossi, we had to share them with you! These delicate, laser-cut Swarovski crystal sandals from Sergio Rossi, aptly named “Tresor” or treasure, are glamorous, cutting edge and sophisticated for today’s modern bridal […]
Pink Ombre Wedding in Cabo
AS FEATURED THIS WEEK ON STYLE ME PRETTY DESTINATION WEDDINGS, you’ll see just how lovely Marilyn and Jarrett’s sweet pink ombre wedding was… and it took plae right here in our little slice of Mexican paradise, Cabo San Lucas! From their romantic ceremony on the beach, to their lively cocktail reception in the cantina, to […]
Under the Palm Trees at Esperanza Resort
HAPPY MONDAY dear friends! We thought we’d start off the week of wedding planning with this photograph from a recent wedding we designed at the always incredible Esperanza, an Auberge Resort. Ordinarily, we share photos of our floral chuppahs or decorative ceremony backdrops. But we fell in love with this photo from 4 Eyes Photography which […]
Our Top 5 Favorite Wedding Shoes by Badgley Mischka
BADGLEY MISCHKA sure makes some pretty wedding shoes! And since it’s always a good time to buy a pair of fabulous heels we thought we’d share our top 5 favorite wedding shoes from the always on trend and beyond stylish, Badgley Mischkka. Beginning with this stunner… DEKER is a sophisticated satin heel perfectly poised to add […]
Sherry & Eric’s Wedding Film from Cinematic Touch
HOW MUCH DO WE LOVE THIS WEDDING HIGHLIGHT REEL? A whole lot! It is tremendously fun to experience Sherry and Eric’s joyful celebration again as told through the eyes of wedding cinematographer Angel Zapien of Cinematic Touch. We thank Angel for sharing it with us! But we have to extend a GIANT thank you to Sherry and Eric […]
Golfing, Los Cabos Style
THE PGA TOUR MAY BE ON HIATUS UNTIL NOVEMBER, but you can put your skills to the test on five stunning, championship courses right here in Baja! Los Cabos is renowned as one of the premier golf destinations in the world with five championship level courses to choose from, all with dramatic settings of crashing […]
Classic Elegance: Manolo Blahnik Hangisi Pumps
LET’S BE HONEST. Ever since Sarah Jessica Parker wore her crystal buckle, blue satin Hangisi Manolos at her wedding in “Sex and the City” we’ve ALL dreamed of doing the same. And why wouldn’t we? In any color, from hot pink to emerald green, the Hangisi from master craftsman Manolo Blahnik is distinctive and elegant. Although well-known around the world prior to […]
On Trend: Pre Wedding Photo Shoots
WHAT A FRESH IDEA! If you’re heading down to Mexico for your destination wedding, and all your nearest and dearest family and friends are coming along to party with you, why not include a fun, lifestyle fashion shoot in your wedding schedule!? Your whole bridal party can take part in a playful photo shoot in the days […]
Reflecting the Love: A Sweet Ceremony by the Sea
THE RESORT AT PEDREGAL in Cabo San Lucas offers many beautiful locations on property for wedding ceremonies. But this one is beyond beautiful! Floating in a tranquil reflecting pool just feet away from the expansive blue ocean, with puffy clouds mirrored in the water, sigh, is a ceremony setting like no other. Simple, natural floral design is […]
Hands in the Air for a Joyful Entrance
WE JUST LOVE THIS joyful entrance by the bride and groom! Their bridal party pulled out all of the stops to make sure they ran threw a tunnel of confetti, blessings, cheers, and applause! That’s EXACTLY how it should be done! And since it’s Thursday, and the weekend is just one day away, we’re cheering […]
Find Your Tribe
FIND YOUR TRIBE. “You know, the ones that make you feel the most you. The ones that lift you up and help you remember who you really are. The ones that remind you that a blip in the road, is just that, a blip. They are the ones that when you walk out of a […]
Emily and Robert’s Glamorous Pink & Gold Wedding
HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEARTS Robert and Emily chose the beaches of Baja California Sur as the location for their dream wedding. Take a peek at their gorgeously glamorous wedding below, and the story behind their match made in heaven in D Weddings Magazine. {Credits: Floral and Event Design: Elena Damy; Design Rentals; Del Cabo Event Design; […]
The Tradition of Papel Picado
PAPEL PICADO, which means cut or perforated paper, is a decorative storytelling craft made out of tissue paper or vinyl “cut” into ornamental designs. Generally seen strung together into long banners that crisscross a street, a courtyard or an entire party tent, these all white or brightly colored flags are traditionally used throughout Mexico to decorate […]
Our Monday Muse? Baja Itself
WHENEVER POSSIBLE, our Creative Director and company namesake, Elena Damy, loves to travel around Baja to experience firsthand the natural beauty, artistic finds and architectural wonders of Mexico. She finds inspiration in the simplest things, like this beautiful rustic door in Todos Santos. Paired with the weathered terra cotta pots filled with bougainvillea, red brick arched […]
Brocade Obsession
BELIEVE IT OR NOT, this lovely lady isn’t the bride. Nor is she a professional model. She’s the maid of honor, or was, at a dreamy wedding we recently planned in Los Cabos, Mexico. Apparently, her strapless ivory brocade gown from Alice + Olivia has caused quite a stir online. And why wouldn’t it? It’s sophistication […]
Beach-Inspired Wedding Cake
WHEN A CLIENT ASKED OUR WEDDING PLANNERS about where to get their wedding cake, we thought of this beautiful, all-white, beach-inspired cake from Sweet Dreams Special Occasion Cakes in San Jose del Cabo. Deena Abadiano, the cake artist at Sweet Dreams, is passionate about pastry and it shows. But for Deena, the inside is just […]
Wedding Style from the Soles Up
YES, SOMETIMES IT STARTS FROM THE SHOES! That emotional connection that lingers. The indelible spark that defines everything. Your bridal style can be triggered by anything! Who says it has to start with your wedding gown? Why not work from the bottom, up! Shoes of any sort tend to be brave outlets for one’s personality and individual […]
The Music of Mexico: Mariachi
KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE WORLD as the symbol of Mexico, mariachi music evokes the history and traditions of Mexican culture. Some go so far as to call it the “sound of Mexico” and claim that to hear mariachi played is to welcome joy, festivity and celebration into your heart. Which is probably why you see mariachi bands at most […]
Luxurious Indian Wedding with Art Deco Theme
THIS GORGEOUS ART DECO WEDDING RECEPTION was the grand finale event in a whirlwind week of bridal parties and wedding celebrations coordinated by Exquisite Events, and we were thrilled to be a part of it! Many of the other events for this destination wedding took place outside, like this one, on scenic terraces, grassy lawns and sandy beaches. […]
Impressions of New York: Elie Saab’s Newest Collection
IT’S PARIS FASHION WEEK and we’re watching as closely as if we’re watching Beyonce at half-time at the Superbowl! One gorgeous collection after another is hitting the runways, with many sure to inspire our fashionista brides! One designer has caught our eye already, the always gloriously glamorous ELIE SAAB, and we know his Impressions of […]
Shop Cabo: From Mexico with Love
GIVE YOUR GUESTS THE GIFT OF BAJA As a small business, we do our very best to support other small local businesses here in Baja, as well as the overall Mexican economy. Which is why we carefully research local shops and artisan studios for unique and artful products that serve our event designs, but also for welcome bag […]
Love is Friendship Set on Fire
WE CAN’T THINK OF A BETTER WAY to celebrate the Fourth of July with our American friends, than to share these fun photos of one of our couples, dancing under the falling stars of fireworks at their wedding. Nothing but pure joy!!! “Love is friendship set on fire…” — Jeremy Taylor HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! {Photos […]
A Pretty Pink Floating Flower Arrangement
WE THINK THIS PRETTY PINK FLOWER ARRANGEMENT is all the wedding inspiration you need to get you through the long weekend of dreaming {and scheming} about your wedding! I designed this long pink and gold dinner table for an event at a super chic and extremely exclusive private club here in Los Cabos. The tablescape included […]
