Lizzy + Blaine's Beach Wedding in Manuel Antonio

Lizzy and Blaine were determined to get married on the beach and mother nature would not stop them from doing so. While getting ready it had drizzled, poured and everything in between. By the time the ceremony started it was lightly misting, but luckily the couple was prepared with a tent to shelter their guests. I am so glad they stuck it out and had their ceremony by the water, it was beautiful.

Blaine was getting ready and hanging out with some of the guys from the group at Villa Vista Azul. The guys always have it so easy, as their getting ready consists of about 15 minutes of preparations.   

After spending some time with the guys I headed over to Lizzy and her girls. I just loved her dress. As much as I love a simple beach wedding gown, the big elegant ones really melt my heart. Lizzy's garter was made with scrap fabric from her wedding dress, I thought that was such a great idea.

The ceremony was held on the beach in an area known as Playitas. The arch was beautifully made of drift wood and decorated with tropical flowers. 

Because of the rain we decided to do a last minute first look just before the ceremony started, to ensure that we were able to get some rain-free portraits of the bride and groom.

The ceremony was officiated by a close friend of Lizzy and Blaine's. It was already getting dark by the time the ceremony started, and quite dark by the time it ended. 

An intimate reception was held back at the villa. Speeches were given and the cake was cut. Lizzy and Blaine probably had the best cake cutting face smash that I have ever seen.

Photography: Yours Truly
Wedding Planner: Fourninteen Weddings
Venue: Villa Vista Azul
Hair/Makeup: Hair by Monica
Caterer: Chef Desiree
Cake: Mariposa Pastry
Flowers: Costa Brava Flowers
Rentals: Costa Mesa
Bartender: Bartender Costa Rica