Playa del Carmen Wedding Photography Ideas at Villa la Joya

Playa del Carmen Wedding Photography Ideas at Villa la Joya

Playa del Carmen wedding photography is one of the most important aspects of your big day. Your destination wedding goes by in a flash and capturing the beauty and magic of your love amidst the blur of excitement lets you savor each photographic moment for the rest of your lives together. More than just snapshots, your wedding photos should be art, blending light and shadow, nature and architecture to perfectly frame you and the ones you love.

A Villa la Joya wedding is a unique opportunity to have 100% freedom and privacy for you, your guests and your photographers and best of all is NO vendor fees. This also means no strangers in speedos in your wedding photos and no extra cost to bring in the Playa del Carmen wedding photographers that you click with best. With so many beautiful details in each and every corner of our villa and grounds, we can ensure the perfect backdrops for portraits and casual shots alike.

Photo by Moni Adri Photography

Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen Wedding Photography Suggestions

From first look to the last adios by the newlyweds, Villa la Joya has the location and architectural features for the ideal Playa del Carmen wedding photographs. The villa itself is a stunning construction of marble, arches, columns and windows that let in the natural light. This carefully designed architecture nestles into the natural seaside setting of swaying palms, immaculate gardens and of course, the glory of the Mexican Caribbean Sea.

Let us show you some of our favorite Playa del Carmen wedding photography ideas at Villa la Joya.

Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen Entryway: A Grand Welcome

Upon arriving at Villa la Joya, your guests will be welcomed by an elegant entryway with a sprawling staircase, massive arched passageway and the lush green of exotic plants and soaring palm trees. This main entrance is one of our favorite settings for bridal party portraits, a great space for the bride to shine on her own or to gather everyone together for a magnificent group shot.

Photo by Amor Amor Weddings

The Villa la Joya Fountain: Make a Wish for Joy, Health, and Happiness

The Villa la Joya fountain sits in a cozy little niche outdoors, bubbling quietly in the area where many brides wait before making their big entrance to their garden ceremony. The water signifies cleansing, purification and the fresh start the couple will enjoy together as newlyweds. The fountain is a favored place for intimate couple’s portraits and the afternoon light blesses this spot with warmth and love.

Photo by Paradise Photo Studio

Villa la Joya Marble Staircase, Sweeping Marble, Elegance and Light

One of the architectural delights of Villa la Joya is the sweeping interior marble staircase that is truly majestic and worthy of photos all on its own. You’ll feel like royalty as you float down to meet your love, the warmth of the marble offset by the vintage decor setting a scene like something out of a fairy tale. Your happily ever after starts right here.

Shambra & Matthew’s Wedding by Moni Adri Photography

Playa del Carmen Wedding Photography in the Gardens of Villa la Joya

The lush gardens of Villa la Joya are absolutely overflowing with natural beauty and cozy little niches. Unlike a resort wedding, you won’t find any strangers popping round corners to ruin your photos, this is YOUR private garden. Soaring old palm trees and exotic flora, working together with your Playa del Carmen wedding photographers you will find endless options for photos that suit you perfectly. 

Bonus! As the Riviera Maya is located on the eastern shore of Mexico, there are few places to enjoy a sunset. Villa la Joya is set on the perfect curve of the coast to do just that, stunning purple and pink and orange skies as the sun sets over the jungle that were just made to be photographed.

Playa del Carmen Wedding Photography Dreams Come True at Villa la Joya

Let us show you around! Contact us today and we will be happy to show you around Villa la Joya, via virtual tour or in person. We can’t wait to make your wedding dreams come true and to help you capture them forever in fantastic photographs.

Destination Wedding in Playa del Carmen :: S & M

Destination Wedding in Playa del Carmen - Shambra and Matthew’s Cozy Family Gathering of Love

This destination wedding in Playa del Carmen may have been small but the love was mighty and overflowing as Shambra and Matthew tied the knot at Villa la Joya. This was a cozy and intimate family affair with the couple’s four adorable children celebrating mom and dad’s big day while Matthew’s father officiated the ceremony. With emotional moments and a whole lot of fun, we were honored to host this event and welcome this lovely family to Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen.

Destination Wedding Trends in Fashion and Decor at Villa la Joya

Shambra and Matthew’s Villa la Joya wedding was SO PRETTY, soft and pink and elegant with a warm and welcoming feel. Bride Shambra was just glowing, her natural beauty and blonde good looks were enhanced by makeup artist Zoe Elizabeth and echoed in her three daughters. The getting ready time with the girls was such fun in their matching floral robes, special moments shared that they will never forget. With their lacy white dresses next to mom’s gorgeous gown they made the prettiest little bridal party ever. Matthew and his son were looking sharp in blue suits to round out the gorgeous family fashions.

Moni Adri Photography

One of our favorite Playa del Carmen florists created a magical scene for this destination wedding ceremony. Pink and white flowers flowing throughout the garden, a stunning arch and an aisle lined in flower petals, Vanessa Jaimes floral design definitely knows how to set a romantic scene. The table runner of flowers just floating over the edge really knocked us out and was perfect for the warm vibe of this intimate Villa la Joya wedding reception.

Moni Adri Photography

Small Guest List, BIG Love and Fun: Destination Wedding Reception at Villa la Joya

You don’t need a crowd to have a great party, the intimate destination wedding of Shambra and Matthew was a fabulous fiesta. Wedding planners Paradise Weddings and Events are so fantastic at putting together unique receptions that perfectly match the vision of the bride and groom. With games for the kids and a churro station from Los Pockets Mexico, the mood was light and fun.

Moni Adri Photography

The wedding reception dinner of surf and turf was catered by Gourmet Soberanis, a delicious celebration of cuisine under the fairy lights in the garden. Pasteleria Migaja created the two incredible wedding cakes, one traditional tiered cake and one FUN cake in the shape of a bottle of the couple’s favorite tequila, Don Julio. With a lot of dancing, laughs and toasts, this was a wonderful destination wedding at Villa la Joya.

We send our most enthusiastic congratulations and thanks to Shambra and Matthew and their beautiful family, may you have a long life together full of happiness and joy.

Explore Villa la Joya for YOUR Destination Wedding in Playa del Carmen

Are you dreaming of a private villa wedding in Mexico? Contact us today and we will be delighted to show you around our little piece of paradise in Playa del Carmen. Intimate destination weddings like Shambra and Matthew’s are perfect in pandemic times, ask about our Covid Protocols to ensure your wedding plans go ahead with good health for all.

Amazing Vendors

Planning : Anna Schriemer at Paradise Weddings & Events: https://www.instagram.com/paradiseweddingevents/

Photography : Moni & Adri Photography  https://www.instagram.com/moni_adri_photography/

Wedding Gown : Paloma Blanca Bridal https://www.instagram.com/palomablancabridal/   

Catering: Soberanis Gourmet : https://www.instagram.com/gourmetsoberanis/

Floral décor by Vanessa Jaimes : https://www.instagram.com/vanessajaimesfloraldesign/

Rentals & Decor : Events and Weddings  Cancun https://www.instagram.com/ewcancun/ 

Dj & Audio visual : Plugin https://www.instagram.com/pluginaudiovisual/

Make up and hair: Zoe Elizabeth https://www.instagram.com/zoeelizabethmakeup/

Wedding Cake : https://www.instagram.com/pastelerialamigaja/

Churro station: https://www.instagram.com/lospocketsmx/

Video grapher : Frame https://www.instagram.com/frame_weddingfilm/

Destination Wedding Trends in Bridesmaids’ Dresses

2021 Destination Wedding Trends :: Bridesmaids’ Dresses

Destination wedding trends are always evolving and we love keeping up with the unique fashions we see in bridesmaids’ dresses at Villa la Joya Weddings. It is more than just the color trends of the bridesmaid dress, it is texture and light and silhouette and attitude. Romantic, soft and flowy or sexy and sharp, work that wedding aisle like a runway, ladies, say yes to the dresses that capture the essence of love and the vibe of your big day.

Wedding by Paradise Weddings & Events, Dani Toscano Photography

Jewel Tone Bridesmaid Dresses: Destination Wedding Trends in Elegance and Sophistication

Jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue and ruby red bring a regal and rich feel to destination wedding trends and we just LOVE the contrast with the white columns and arches of a Villa la Joya wedding. Elegance and sophistication, the deeply saturated colors will flatter all your bridesmaids and they will feel like royalty as they walk down the aisle. Accessorize with simple silver or gold jewelry and shoes for a touch of sparkle.

Photo Credit: Baeri Weddings

Nikki and Jim’s Villa la Joya wedding was pretty and elegant, the bridesmaids’ deep green dresses against the palm trees and ocean backdrop, just stunning. With neutral tone bouquets and makeup, they were the perfect setting of gems surrounding the diamond of the day, bride Nikki in a beautiful mermaid bridal gown.

Photo Credit: Sweet Caribbean Photo

Bridesmaid Trends: Adjustable Maxi Dresses Are Flattering and Fun

Destination wedding trends like adjustable maxi dresses make packing easy and show off all the right curves. The convertible tops can be worn in a variety of ways, giving your bridesmaids choices like halter or cap sleeve or more elaborate ways of braiding the straps and the sash at the waistline. Maxi dresses just flow and are super comfortable and fresh for your girls, great for hot destination beach weddings. 

Photo Credit: Nicole Alex Photography

The bridesmaids at Shane and Nicole’s Villa la Joya wedding glowed in blush colored maxi dresses which set off their dark hair and beautiful skin tones. All the curves in all the right places, feminine and elegant and romantic.

Mismatched Bridesmaids’ Dresses, Let The Personality of Your Bridal Party Shine!

One of our favorite destination wedding trends is mismatched bridesmaids’ dresses. Invite your bridesmaids to be part of the dress selection, give them a theme of colors, textures and silhouettes and create a palette that can work for everyone. You may choose to have all the same fabric but totally different designs or mix up colors and prints for an exciting take on your theme with the personality of your ladies. 

Photo Credit: Bohemia Photography

Jessica’s bridesmaids dresses (picture below) flowed in hues of blue and a variety of necklines and hemlines. Strapless bodice, one shoulder, halter, the designs were amazing. The color palette and the rich fabrics, the natural makeup and the flowing hair, we loved this Villa la Joya wedding, totally on trend and beautiful, it was a joy to host this romantic event.

Photo Credit: Gareth Davies Photography

Destination Wedding Trends at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen

What is your vision for a Playa del Carmen wedding? We love hearing about your dream wedding plans and watching them all come true. We’re happy to give you the grand tour of our beachside villa to inspire you in your choices for bridesmaids’ dresses. An ocean palette of blues, a jungle print theme or your childhood vision of ladies all in pink, we cannot wait to see your bridal party fashions at Villa la Joya! 

Contact us today to start planning the destination wedding you desire!

Playa del Carmen Wedding at Villa la Joya: Stephanie & Thiago

Playa del Carmen Wedding at Villa la Joya: Thiago and Stephanie’s Passport to Love

A Playa del Carmen wedding at Villa la Joya was the perfect way for Thiago and Stephanie to unite their families from Brazil and the USA for a joyous celebration. Working together with Joyce from Dream Weddings Riviera Maya and the best wedding vendors in Playa del Carmen, Villa la Joya was honored to host this elegant and beautiful wedding and welcome their families and friends from near and far.

“We picked Mexico because ever since I first travelled there I can’t stop going back. I don’t typically go back to places I’ve visited because there are so many other places to visit and see but Mexico has a way of making you come back. It’s affordable, easy to navigate and is halfway between our friends and family in Brazil and the US. The beaches are great and the food is awesome and the diving is even better.”

The bride and groom enjoyed “getting ready” time in the company of their wedding party with champagne toasts, warm hugs and a few last-minute adjustments to the “pooch of honor” tuxedo. Little Nacho was a giant part of Stephanie’s life from the age of 14, living with her all over the world, of course, he was going to be a part of the wedding.

Stephanie told us that she wanted a Villa la Joya wedding for a chance of getting photos on our sweeping marble staircase. The fine folks at Sea & Love Wedding Photographers did a stunning portrait session on the stairs and in the hallways with the natural beauty of Stephanie shining through. Her hair and makeup by Sarah Garnier were flawless and the way Thiago’s face lit up for the “first look” was delightful. The reaction of Stephanie’s father upon seeing the bride was unforgettable, there really are no words to describe that kind of genuine emotion.

Playa del Carmen Wedding Ceremony at Villa la Joya: Ocean Breezes and a Whole Lot of Amor

The Villa la Joya garden wedding by the sea was simple and elegant, the arch of green palms blowing in the breeze and the blue of the ocean a perfect backdrop. Thiago was dashing in his blue suit and the bridesmaids wore rich green halter style dresses with full length flowing skirts. A very handsome little ring bearer brought his “special briefcase” and Nacho the pooch of honor played his role to perfection. Big thanks to Jardin Floreria for all the beautiful floral arrangements and bouquets! When the knot was tied, a cheer rang out and the newlyweds walked through a shower of flower petals and the love of family and friends. 

Thiago and Stephanie’s Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen Wedding Reception

Nothing kicks off a fiesta like a mariachi band and cocktail hour! The bride and groom were welcomed with sparklers and fireworks, a dynamic entrance to their Playa del Carmen wedding reception. The poolside set-up with warm lights and gorgeous table settings was the perfect place to dine on the culinary magic of Gourmet Soberanis. The tables were designated by continent, each guest assigned their own place in the world and the passport to the nights’ events.

The speeches and toasts were full of laughter and tears and happiness for the newlyweds. After cutting the pretty blue wedding cake and tossing the bouquet, the party hit the dance floor and the energy was high! Everyone got their groove on and a great time was had by all, even little Nacho was dancing.

Thiago and Stephanie’s Playa del Carmen Wedding at Villa la Joya: Big Thanks, Muchas Gracias and Muito Obrigado

We want to thank Stephanie and Thiago for allowing us to host your big day and be a part of your Playa del Carmen wedding. We had a wonderful time and we wish you all the best in your future life together, parabéns aos noivos!

As always we are grateful to have terrific Playa del Carmen wedding vendors to make it all happen, muchas gracias to all.

Planner: https://dreamweddingsrivieramaya.com/

Photo & Video: https://www.sealoveweddingfilms.com/

Hair & MUP: https://sarahgarnier.com/

Flowers: http://www.jardinfloreria.com/

Rentals: https://minimal-rent.com.mx/index.html

Catering: https://www.gourmetsoberanis.com.mx/

DJ: http://www.rivieramayawedding-dj.com/en

Ready to book your own special day at Villa la Joya? Contact us now and let’s make your dreams come true!

Riviera Maya Wedding Reception Ideas

Riviera Maya Wedding Reception Ideas: Fun, Fresh and Fabulous Fiestas

Riviera Maya wedding receptions are not all alike! Planning your destination wedding at Villa la Joya is an opportunity to have a totally unique reception that is 100% YOU. We have so many ideas and partnerships with fabulous vendors that we can do just about anything you can dream up. 

Looking for some Mexico destination wedding inspiration? Have a peek at some of the incredible Riviera Maya wedding receptions we have hosted at Villa la Joya and the cool ideas that made them truly unique. 

Stay Fresh and Cool and Hydrated with an Aguas Frescas Station

Riviera Maya wedding receptions are a marathon and not a sprint, help your guests stay hydrated with a refreshing “aguas frescas” station. “Aguas frescas” are a traditional Mexican drink, literally translated to “fresh waters” they come in a variety of flavors like lemon and jamaica (hibiscus flower). Set it up on a rustic table in a shady spot and you’ll always have an icy cold refresher on a hot Riviera Maya wedding day.

Megan & Colton Wedding by Paradise Weddings & Events. Caro Navarro Photography

An Elegant Alternative to the Photo Booth, Let Nature Be Your Backdrop

Photo booths at wedding receptions are super fun and can be personalized in a million ways. This is a chance to see the magic of your day through photos of your guests. Using a natural backdrop like a wall of ivy and flowers is an elegant way to capture all their smiles and of course, fashion! Design a pretty “logo” for your day and add your own touches like rustic lanterns and floral arrangements in your color. 

Heather & Tyler’s Wedding by Weddings on the Beach. Sweet Caribbean Photography

A Riviera Maya Wedding Reception MUST: Mariachis Are the Music of Amor

If you have never been at an event with live mariachis, you are in for a treat. This is more than just “Mexican music”, it’s a tradition and a dynamic form of entertainment that vibrates through your whole being, right to your soul. You can FEEL the love in the interwoven sounds of the instruments and the voice of a passionate singer. No need to understand Spanish to understand the songs, your heart will know. The festive sounds and their intricate and gorgeous costumes bring joy and light to your Riviera Maya wedding reception at Villa la Joya. 

Stephanie & Thiago’s Wedding by Dream Weddings Riviera Maya. Sea Love Wedding Films

Riviera Maya Wedding Ideas to Feel Right at Home at Villa la Joya

Relax! Make Yourself Comfy in a Cozy Seating Area Perfect for Intimate Riviera Maya Weddings

“Nuestra casa es su casa”, our villa is your villa and we invite you to kick off your shoes and make yourself at home in a cozy seating area in the gardens of Villa la Joya. A stunning chaise, a richly colored velvet couch and just the right amount of throw pillows can create an intimate space to catch up with your guests or take a break from dancing to your favorite songs. 

Cesaley & Casey’s Wedding by Paradise Weddings & Events. Bohemia Photography

The Comforts of Home With a Personalized Cigar and Whiskey Bar

Fine whiskey and a good cigar, no longer just found in “man caves”, it’s hip to sip. Set up a groom’s bar with their favorite whiskey and the finest cigars. A legendary way to celebrate. With ice buckets always full, elegant glassware and all the fun toys for cutting and lighting the cigars, the bonding moments will magically appear.

Heather & Tyler’s Wedding by Weddings on the Beach. Sweet Caribbean Photography

Riviera Maya Wedding Receptions, Let There Be Light

Light up your Riviera Maya beach wedding with crystal chandeliers for a dash of elegance and warmth to the natural beauty of the outdoors. Using waterfall lights you can create smaller spaces within the larger garden area, cozy dining areas are conducive to incredible conversation, leave the spotlights for the dance floor.

Shambra & Matthew’s Wedding by Paradise Weddings & Events. Moni & Adri Photography

Let Them Eat Churros at Your Riviera Maya Wedding! The Sweet Treat You Can Eat on Your Feet

Add a delightfully Mexican touch to your Riviera Maya wedding reception with a churro stand! The mighty churro brings a delicious dash of sugar to your evening’s festivities and bonus, you can walk and dance and mingle with these addictive Mexican treats in hand! Nobody can eat just one, the churro cart is always a hit.

Rosalinda & Andre’s Wedding by Paradise Weddings & Events. Luxart Wedding Photography

High Intensity Interactive Entertainment for Your Riviera Maya Wedding

Looking for something different that will really get the fiesta energized at your Riviera Maya wedding? We have such incredible local entertainers, how about a drum show like you’ve never seen before? Stilt walking shot girls, acrobats, giant robot dancers with lasers, and of course the best DJs and live bands in the Riviera Maya to make your big day absolutely fabulous and unforgettable and most definitely YOU.

Jess & Mike’s Wedding by Weddings on the Beach. Sweet Caribbean Photography

Riviera Maya Wedding Ideas, Tell Us Yours and Let’s Make it Happen!

Contact us today at Villa la Joya to start planning your very own personalized Riviera Maya wedding. We can’t wait to hear from you!