Brittan and Colman are Fun In The Sun Weddings’ newest newlyweds! Sometimes the path to happily-ever-after just requires patience for the right timing.
This is their story…
How They Met
When the bride and groom met at work through a co-worker, they had already been hearing about each other for many months. They became fast friends but were actually dating other people at the time. When those other relationships failed they started dating, fell in love, and found out that a lot of their mutual friends and coworkers were rooting for them to get together all along.
How He Proposed
Colman took Brittan on vacation to Puget Sound, Washingston. One evening after a dinner overlooking the sound, they stepped outside and he knelt down and asked for her hand. He didn’t have a chance to get the ring sized prior to the trip, and assumed it was too small. So after asking Brittan to marry him, he closed the box and didn’t put the ring on her finger! They laugh about her confusion now, because in the end it was actually a perfect fit.
Why a Destination Wedding in Akumal
Brittan’s dad and stepmom got married on Isla Mujeres in 2015 and loved the area. Since Brittan and Colman did not love any wedding venues in their home state of Utah, her parents invited them to Akumal to explore the possibility of a beach wedding and they were smitten by the breathtaking beauty! Most of their family would need to travel for the wedding anyway, so they figured why not have them travel somewhere new? It was the perfect place.
Her Beach Wedding Dress
Our bride fell in love with her wedding dress online before settling on a venue, so she hesitated buying it. Once they decided on a destination wedding in Akumal, she tried to find the gown again but it was no longer being produced. She searched for it used, and even tried other wedding dresses, but couldn’t get that dream gown out of her head. One day she stumbled on a shop in California that was selling their stock of dresses, and guess what? Her perfect beach wedding dress was there! And in her size too! AND at half the price! It was meant to be.
The Wedding Details
Hiring the experts at Turtle Bay Weddings, our Newlyweds saw their dream wedding come to life with an intimate, elegant ceremony at Cannon Point in Akumal Bay, and a reception filled with amazing food and fun times at Lol-Ha restaurant.
White Gardens Florals made creations of green and white blooms in keeping with the couple’s love for the richness of green in the area.
Brittan was a stunner thanks to the Glam Squad at Beso Brides.
Turtle Bay Bakery and Cafe made the delicious cake with skeleton topper.
Their Favorite Wedding Day Moment
As they walked over to the reception at Lol-Ha restaurant, the the sky in Akumal Bay turned bright pink. They have never seen such a beautiful sunset in Akumal. It was gorgeous and magical!
The Bride’s Advice
What advice does Brittan have for couples’ getting married on the beach?
Don’t get caught up in trying to make it perfect for your guests. Make it perfect for you and your husband-to-be, and the happiness will ebb out to your guests too.
Brittan and Colman, it has been such a joy sharing your wedding adventure. Your relaxed nature, and zest for life are sure to bring you much happiness in the years to come. Congratulations!
So, are YOU getting married in Riviera Maya, Mexico and want the best Akumal wedding photographer for your beach wedding? Then contact us now! We are Fun In The Sun Weddings, for the best Riviera Maya wedding photography.
Want to know more about Lol-Ha beach restaurant for your wedding? Read unbiased reviews on Tripadvisor here.
