Krystle + Luke's Rainy Day Wedding at Casa de las Brisas

Krystle and Luke married one another in front of family and friends in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Their entire group stayed at the beautiful vacation villa, Casa de las Brisas, where the wedding was also held. The wedding was just a few days after hurricane Otto had hit, and rain storms were still in the area. These two love birds were as happy as could be and didn't care one bit about the rain, they were both smiling the entire day and just so happy to be marrying one another.

I arrived and walked into the room where Krystle was getting ready. Upon meeting her I instantly felt her excitement. She was so utterly sweet, and eager, and nervous and excited. Her emotions were so nice to see, you could just feel her enthusiasm in the air. 

The tented ceremony was set on the rooftop, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Beautiful iris' were found along the chairs and in the floral arrangements. As well as hanging butterflies which Krystle's mom had brought for the wedding.

I love the expression on Krystle's face below. It was an expression witnessed throughout the wedding day, but during the moment of the vows it was on her face the entire time. To me is was an expression of, "I love you", "I am so lucky to be marrying you", "I can't believe this is actually happening", and "you are my everything". It was just such a beautiful moment to witness and document as her feelings all came through in the look she was giving her husband.

And they were married! The newlyweds walked down the aisle and turned around to view at all their guests. This is the moment of everything settling in and breathing a sigh of relief as you look to your loved ones proudly knowing that you are now and forever more husband and wife. 

It was still drizzling a bit but Krystle and Luke made their way down the slippery steps to the pool deck for some photos outdoors by the jungle. 

While cocktail hour and photos were taking place downstairs, the rooftop was being transformed from ceremony to reception. Twinkle lights lit up the space and the beautiful butterflies were hung above the tables. 

The newlyweds performed a song together for thier guests. Speeches were given that brought both laughter and tears. And a beautiful cake was cut. 

Upon my leaving time Krystle had had enough of the big wedding dress and was ready to change into something a little more comfortable. She requested that I take a few laid back photos of her and Luke in their room, I was more than happy to and love how these shots of the couple just hanging out turned out. 

Photography: Yours Truly
Venue: Casa de las Brisas
Wedding Planner: Oasis Destination Weddings
Hair and Makeup: Priscila Solano
Officiant: Rodrigo Campos
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
Flowers: Costa Brava
Guitarist: Alvin Urbina