Laid-back Luxury | A Spanish Hacienda Wedding
When this New York couple got in touch with us to describe how they envisioned their destination wedding in Spain, I thought I was dreaming.
Four days of culture, gastronomy, fashion, beauty, dancing, elegance, nature and love…What?!
Day 1 & 2
To kick off the festivities, Michelle and Padraig gathered their immediate families in an old bodega for an authentic wine tasting. The second evening took place in traditional Spanish courtyard, flamenco guitar played in the background, and delicious tapas were served throughout the night. The guests enjoyed the intimate and local vibes and the laid-back atmosphere that set the tone for the initial meet and greets.
It was on day three that things began to heat up.
The couple hosted a welcome party that infused their Indian and Irish cultures with the southern Spanish vibes in a dreamy architectural location by the sea. Unique cocktails and delicious finger foods were served with exotic twists, Irish and Indian dances were performed by the bride and her tribe before the eclectic DJ took the celebration to new heights.
Day four | The energy was escalating, everyone was ready for a wedding.
In a family run hacienda on a rustic farm surrounded by orange groves and breathtaking mountainous views, M and P say I do.
The outdoor ceremony is adorned with vibrant seasonal florals, and the bride's hand-embroidered floral statement veil adds a touch of Mexico, where Padraig had asked Michelle to be his wife.
After the vows, the guests are lead to the gardens for cocktails and canapes. Food stations and grazing tables are styled with local delicacies and flavorful dips and an alternative duo keep the atmosphere lively while guests enjoy roaming through the hanging floral installation, to look for their wedding favour: a traditional family recipes from the bride and groom.
As the sun lowers, they all enjoy a slow family style dinner on a curved table under warm lights, perfectly positioned to watch the landscape warming before cooling and then turning to blackness.
Night falls and with it epic moves and grooves on the dancefloor as the roaming band get the crowd going with their eclectic beats.
Photographer I AM LIZ | Videographer Lua Filmmaker
