Underrated Love Songs to Play at Your Mexico Wedding

Underrated Love Songs to Play at Your Wedding at Villa la Joya

The songs on your wedding playlist can make or break the reception! Expert Riviera Maya wedding DJs are a  MUST to understand your groove and your mood and bring you the ideal wedding reception music. Some of our favorite weddings at Villa la Joya came through the joyous sounds of the experts at PlugIn Audiovisual and we’ve asked them to help come up with a list of 12 Underrated Love Songs to play at your wedding! Imagine dancing under the stars in the arms of your newlywed spouse, ocean breeze in your hair, and the perfect romantic love song serenading you and your love. Heaven!

Plugin Audiovisual is one of our most highly recommended vendors for their professionalism and the fun they bring to every occasion. We asked DJ Chuy Mota and DJ Eduardo Villarreal from Plugin Audiovisual for a list of their fave underrated love songs for your wedding, we just know you’ll be inspired!

Photo Credit: Moni & Adri Weddings

Riviera Maya DJ Chuy Mota from Plugin Audiovisual List of Underrated Love Songs

Ruelle - I Get to Love You 

This song was literally written to be the first dance at the singer’s own wedding, it sets the mood for romance with its beautiful melody and message. Wrap your arms around your love and sway, look into their eyes and everyone else will just disappear. 

Arctic Monkeys - Baby I’m Yours

This modern day cover of the 1965 song by Barbara Lewis brings a retro sound and a promise to always be devoted, “Yours until the mountains crumble to the sea, In other words, until eternity”, whisper the words and celebrate your eternal love. 

Teitur - One and Only

The chorus “Do you want to be my one and only love?” says it all on your wedding day. This pretty little song by European artist Teitur will leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside as you dance to celebrate the promises you’ve made one another on this big day. 

Photo Credit: Christian Garcia

Imaginary Future - Love is Beginning

Your wedding day is the beginning of a whole life together and this song captures the excitement perfectly. “Oh my love, love is beginning, We have found something worth living for, I've got my head in the clouds, Oh my love, love is beginning now”, this upbeat ditty is a great start to a dynamic wedding reception playlist. 

Isabella Celander - Use Somebody

The original rock song by Kings of Leon “Use Somebody” is covered by Swedish artist Isabella Celander with a softer, more romantic acoustic sound. The message remains the same, “I’m ready” to settle down with someone like you. Swoon.

Kodaline - The One

Band Kodaline hails from Ireland and their song “The One” was made for wedding playlists. “Tell me that you want me, And I'll be yours completely, For better or for worse”, this song couldn’t be any more perfect for a romantic first dance. 

CHECK OUT THE PLAYLIST HERE!

Photo Credit: Bohemia Photography

Riviera Maya DJ Eduardo Villarreal from Plugin Audiovisual List of Underrated Wedding Songs

U2 - All I Want Is You

Diamonds, gold or treasure forget it, this is a classic U2 love song that says it so simply “All I Want is You”. Your love is the treasure and this rock ballad is sure to give you all the feels. 

Mazzy Star - Fade Into You

Rock band Mazzy Star brought this hit to the world in 1994 and the honeyed tones of Hope Sandoval make it a fabulous addition to any wedding playlist.  This is a great song for the whole wedding party to dance to, the build of momentum will have everyone on the dance floor by the end. 

Modern English - I Melt With You

This is a must for your wedding reception playlist, an upbeat flashback to the 80’s that oozes love and bright new beginnings together. “The future's open wide

I'll stop the world and melt with you”, your lives melting together as one with a fabulous future to come. Every wedding needs some 80’s dance songs and this one is perfect. 

Photo Credit: Amber Kelley Photography

Elton John - Your Song

Pure platinum, this is one of the most romantic songs of all time! First recorded in 1970 it has NEVER gone out of style and has been covered by Lady Gaga, Ellie Goulding and perhaps most famously by Ewan McGregor in the movie “Moulin Rouge” There won’t be a dry eye in the house. 

All Saints - Pure Shores

A great song for your destination wedding in Playa del Carmen! “I'm moving, I'm coming, Can you hear what I hear? It's calling you, my dear, Out of reach (Take me to my beach), I can hear it calling you, I'm coming, not drowning, Swimming closer to you.” Swimming closer to you, can you feel the groove?

Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now

“And we can build this dream together, Standing strong forever, Nothing's gonna stop us now”, these romantic lyrics from Starship have stood the test of time for good reason! A powerful 80’s love ballad, this is the promise you make to each other for eternity, to build your dream together.

CHECK OUT THE PLAYLIST HERE!

Photo Credit: Paradise Photo Studio

Did you get up and dance reading this list? Were you inspired to start your own wedding playlist? Contact us today and let’s get rolling on your Villa de Joya Playa del Carmen wedding with Plugin Audiovisual! Remember, there are NO vendor fees at Villa la Joya, let the wedding planning joy begin!

Photo Credit: Bohemia Photography

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!