What’s on your feet for the beach?
One of the biggest challenge a beach bride has is what to wear on her feet and everyone has an opinion on the matter. So if you are planning a beach wedding, here are a few foot wear ideas for you:Flip Flops- The beach is a usually a ‘flip flop’ occasion. You may find that a lot people may not be able to walk comfortably on sand while some strongly feel that for an occasion such as a beach wedding, they may need something on their feet. The solution- flip flops and guess what?! You can find specially made flip flops for beach brides. For the DIY bride, you can add bling, pearls laces you name it. You can also find embossed & debossed writings on the bottom of your flops (creates beautiful & memorable footprints- think about your wedding photos)- ‘Mrs’, ‘Bride”; ‘Just Married” and you can even find these for the entire bridal party. Elegant Sandals: Elegant Sandals (a little fancier than flip flops)- Our beach bride may opt for a more formal beach wear, and this is where the elegant sandals come in. These too, come with all kinds of novel accessories…I guarantee that you will find a pair that will pique your interest. Metallic, bow-tied, bedazzled and blinged or you can just go with a sexy sandals that suits your vibe. The Barefoot Sandals- It’s the beach right?! What’s better than going bare footed?! Absolutely NOTHING!!!!! Our beach brides just love to feel the soft sand between their toes and how the sand moves when they step. Bare feet are best accessorized with the perfect pedicure as well as floral ankles; foot jewelry and or pearls and laces (not limited to just these). Your invitations can also encourage your guests to come bare footed as well… You can all have a bare foot after party! Remember, it’s all about creating beautiful memories! Here’s to all our Chic beach brides, we love the beach too!!!! Footprints in the sand For your guests Starfish sandals for the sand Starfish sandals for the sand Starfish sandals for the sand
Wedding Cakes!!!
The unveiling of the Wedding cake is like the show stopper at a fashion show, it is the ultimate center piece for your wedding reception décor. Traditionally, wedding cakes were designed to be a token of good luck for the newly weds and their guests. It was usually a fruit cake covered with icing or marzipan. It was initially called ‘bride’s pie’ and guests were expected to have a piece out of politeness and would be considered rude if one did not part take of the bride’s pie and could even bring bad luck to the newly weds. When a couple is getting married, the greatest challenge is to add something modern and unique to their special day. The wedding cake is one of the easy pieces to a wedding reception that can be customized to suit the bride and groom. Today’s wedding cakes are built especially for display (some are now made with one edible tier for the bride and groom). The guests are not given slices from this one but have cut slices that are already packaged to go. Newly weds usually keep their top tier as a one year anniversary marker which is believed to keep them from marriage problems in the future. For 2017, let’s look at some modernly classy ideas for wedding cakes: Metallic Styles Geometric Sugar Flower Bouquet cakes: Ruffled
Chic Garden Wedding
There is something oh so MAGICAL about lush greenery, beautiful flowers all smiling brightly with every touch of the tropical sun. Think of how enchanting it would be to have nature as the perfect backdrop for your wedding. #destinationweddings in #jamaica doesn’t have to be the beach (and yes, we do love the beach). Jamaica is a very rich island both in the energy of the people and the energy of the land. Jamaica boasts some of the most fertile soil in the western hemisphere- we have the cockpit country that spans west central Jamaica, her many rivers and natural waterfalls (think Dunns River Falls, St. Ann) which all help in creating & maintaining the Jamaica that we have all come to know and love. Imagine the picture being etched in your mind when you think of all the magic that can be created for you to have the most enchanting wedding ever! The lush greenery, that pops with each color that comes against it. Private villas and great houses have some of the best kept gardens in Jamaica. Let us share one of our Chic Garden Wedding with you:
Bridal Bouquet
The idea of the bride taking a bouquet on her wedding day has its history dating back to the 1600s Dutch, which was later adopted by the Romans, Greeks, Celtics & English. Originally, bouquets were made of aromatic bunches of garlic, herbs & spices & later evolved to include orange blossoms. The original intention of the bride carrying a bouquet down the aisle was to ward off evil spirits, ill health and bad luck. In ancient Rome, brides wore garland or carried bouquets as a sign of new beginnings, fidelity and even fertility. The dawn of the Victorian age saw lovers using the exchange of flowers as a romantic gesture [with each flower having a different meaning] and this tradition naturally resulted in the carrying of the bouquet by the bride. At Chic-Events, we know bouquets! With our in-house floral specialist, we aim to create the most beautiful & breath-taking bouquets custom-designed for each of our brides. We love hydrangeas, orchids, calla lilies & yellow birds in our bouquets. Here are four popular bridal bouquets styles: Traditionally, the type of bouquet carried by a bride is called a Nosegay. Nosegay is still a popular choice for many brides today. Nosegay literally translates to mean nose ornaments, with the herbs and spices used for their nasal appeal and were usually clutched close to the nose to ward off ill health. It is basically a compact cluster of flowers, wrapped tightly & cut to one uniform length. Nosegay can be made with the use of Hydrangeas. The ever-classy Hand-tied bouquet is usually a loosely binding of a dense bunch of flowers tied right above the area where the hand holds the bunch. It is tied with a raffia (the fiber from the leaves of the raffia tree) or a garden string or a string of the bride’s choice. A hand-tied bouquet can be made with calla lilies. Cascade bridal bouquet is very popular! This modern and very chic bouquet is waterfall-like that showcases this ‘spill’ of bloom and can be made to look very tropical by adding trailing greenery. It is usually hand-tied or held together in a holder which can also be bedazzled as well. Orchids are a preferred choice for this bouquet style as they naturally grow with lines to get the shape or form desired. 4. A Round bouquet is more of a neater version of the hand-tied bouquet with the tie being done with ribbons. It is neat as it is versatile; any flower can be made into a round bouquet! You can use large and small flowers- the larger flowers can be out (high) while the smaller flowers are in (lower than the large flowers). A bouquet done like this will create dimensions which shows some of its versatility. Roses are always a bride pleaser in a round bouquet. Remember flowers speak the language of LOVE and so does Chic Events!
Destination Jamaica
Jamaica is known the world over for her beauty- beautiful history, beautiful beaches and most of all her beautiful people. Here are 5 extraordinary facts about Destination Jamaica: In 2015, The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) reported that Jamaica broke the 2 million mark in stop over arrivals alone. And the following year, Destination Jamaica was listed on the TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice award as #3 on the ‘World’s Best Island’ list. This was based on data collected over a 12 months’ period from destinations worldwide. TripAdvisor is the largest travel website in the world and its branded sites makes up the largest travel community in the world. TripAdvisor allows travelers to provide feedback and advice as well as booking facilities and planning features. TripAdvisor functions as the ultimate ‘go to’ site for all travelers, therefore receiving top ratings from them tells a lot about worldwide destinations. According to an article on the Jamaica Information Service website, TripAdvisor, has also, rated Destination Jamaica as the #1 Caribbean tourist destination. The article quoted the Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, explaining that top rating is attributed this to the improvement in the island’s tourism product and “the high class, white glove service that employees in the industry give to every visitor”. The best part of visiting Jamaica is interacting with the people- Jamaicans are known for their vibes (energy) and their easy-going day to day life. Jamaicans pride themselves as the best hosts and once you get to interact with the people then your visit will be a most memorable! It is easy for visitors not to want to leave Jamaica as result of the alluring charm of the people-they genuinely want to you to have a great time while on the island. Easily, you can be immersed into the culture- night life is eccentric & entertaining; the language is always a pleaser- as a traveler, you cannot leave Jamaica without knowing how to say “YAH MAN!” Jamaica is all about ONE LOVE! Jamaica is Bob Marley &The Wailers, Usain Bolt, Louise Bennett-Coverley (Miss Lou), Albert Huie, Jimmy Cliff, Marcus Garvey, Harry Belafonte, Chronixx and still a melting pot of undiscovered talents and eclectic culture! Visit Jamaica and you’ll see why it’s- JAMAICA NO PROBLEM! There is no visiting Jamaica without exploring her myriad of pristine beaches! Jamaica’s beaches are world renown and visiting this island means that you most likely would wet your feet in her curative waters. One of Jamaica’s best known beaches is Doctor’s Cave Beach which is located along Gloucester Avenue (more popularly known as ‘The Hip Strip’) in Montego Bay. It got its name from its owner. It was owned and by its owner, Dr. McCatty and his friends, who were mainly from the medical profession and, at that time they entered the tiny beach through a cave which no longer exists as it was destroyed in 1932 by hurricane. It became more popular after a boosting article by a famous English Osteopathic doctor- Dr. Herbert Barker. He claimed that the water has very curative elements. The article led to a direct increase in visitors (rich & famous) to Doctor’s Cave. 7 Miles Beach in Negril is another of Jamaica’s most popular beaches. Without any structural interruptions, this is the longest stretch of beach on the island. It is perfectly bordered by luxury 5 star & boutique hotels and ample bed & breakfast lodgings for those who wish to stay there or you can always enjoy traveling to Negril just for the experience which will never disappoint you. Popular amongst spring breakers and vacationing couples/families alike, this 7 Miles stretch of beach is never overcrowded. Other famous beaches in Jamaica: Bluefield’s Beach- Westmoreland; Cornwall Beach- Montego Bay; Dunns River Falls- Ocho Rios. There is no shortage of things to do and places to see when visiting Destination Jamaica. Here are a few: Rio Nuevo Village- ‘One of the best scuba-diving sites off Jamaica’s coast appears just offshore from Jamaica Beach, to the west of Rio Nuevo. The reef, called the Rio Nuevo Wall, is a 25-foot dive and supports barracudas, turtles, parrotfish and other tropical marine life in its mountainous coral formations.” (source: visitjamaica.com); Bob Marley’s home: located in Nine Miles St. Ann, includes a tour of the property, see Bob Marley’s mausoleum where he is buried with his half-brother Anthony Booker and his Mother Cedella Booker; Bob Marley Museum- located at 56 Hope Road Kingston Jamaica is the last home of the late Reggae Icon- a tour of the museum is a must when visiting Jamaica; Peter Tosh Museum located at The Pulse Centre, 38a Trafalgar Road, Kingston. There are annual music festivals: Rebel Salute (Richmond Estate, Priory St. Ann)-mid January; Reggae Sumfest (Catherine Entertainment Centre, Montego Bay St. James)- mid July, Peter Tosh B’day Celebration (Belmont, Westmoreland)- Mid October. Destination Jamaica is ideal for your dream wedding and here’s why: many venues to choose from- beaches, villas, hotels, gardens etc.- Imagine exchanging vows while experience a magical sunset- Jamaica is absolutely picturesque! no blood test is required; the Jamaican law requires that the couple be in Jamaica at 24 hours before the wedding (speak with your wedding planner); two weeks before the wedding a marriage license must be applied for- you will need:a) notarized copies of couple’s birth certificates which must include father’s name b) notarized copies of couple’s official Id (Passport) c) notarized copies of divorce decrees or death certificate (if applicable)- good to submit at least 4 weeks before the couple’s arrival in Jamaica; the original marriage certificate takes a little while to process by The Registrar General (usually 6-8 weeks); your marriage in Jamaica is legal in the US, Canada and Europe (always check with your embassies). To streamline this process, it is best to hire a local wedding planner– just give your wedding planner enough time, ideally a few months, to organize everything and make your destination wedding a reality!
Do I need a wedding Planner?
In the age of the internet and women’s independence, there are several things we can do on our own and planning your own wedding is no different. There are so many websites that I could choose from; read as many online articles on how to plan a wedding. Then I could ask my sister, who is also my maid of honor, to make sure that the pastor, cake, food, photographer etc. arrive on time. And while she’s at it, she should ensure that parents of the bride & groom are in place and know what is expected of them. Then I could ask my cousin to just use his laptop to play music and my auntie could bake the cake. Yea, I could do all of that and keep calm for my big day! Well, let me honest with myself for a quick minute- this is chaotic with my 200 plus guests. Just thinking about it is so overwhelming and our moms had advised that I get a wedding planner and you know ‘moms know best’. So here are my four (4) reasons as to why I really need a wedding planner: They sweat the small stuff. You know that perfect blush or Tiffany’s blue that you must have as your wedding theme but haven’t the faintest idea where to look or how to bring your visions to life. A professional wedding planner just needs to know what you need to distinguish your big day. They are the hunters and gathers of your customized theme from colors to floral arrangements to the perfect beach for your guest whether you have a party of 300 or just you two. They know the market. Vendors: caterers, cake specialists, florists, photographers & videographers are all at the fingertips of your professional wedding planner. These are the ones necessary to make your dream the ultimate success and your wedding planner will be in the market negotiating with the best to give you the best- the best service at the best prices! Efficiency. Planning a wedding takes time to get all the details right and it must be done efficiently. “This is what trust looks like” says Sadeki Watson, CEO and Master Planner for Chic-Events Jamaica©. They help you with prioritizing, they do the running around on their own time- this is what they do! Making your desires for your wedding a reality is effectively what they do in the most efficient way with you just lifting one finger Professional Services. The management & execution of your wedding is exactly why you would have a wedding planner and this takes prized professionalism from your planner from concepts to reality. Think of your professional wedding planner as your ultimate troubleshooter and personal wedding concierge agent! “If something goes wrong on your big day, no need to panic as your professional wedding will take care of it so you don’t have to” says Sadeki Watson, “and this what you should expect and receive when you hire a professional wedding planner.” Key words: wedding planner; destination wedding; Jamaica
Traditional Church Wedding
Ever since I was a little girl I’ve always wanted to get married to the man of my dreams in this big beautiful church in the countryside with all our family and friends. The church was made of stone walls and antique stained glasses that the rays of the sun just animates. The location is so far off the beaten track that the way to get there is a tour of Jamaica’s unexplored countryside and a definite plus to the uniqueness of my big day! My wedding would be talked about for years to come. If you are this kind of gal or the kind who likes to play it down a notch and opt for a small intimate church wedding, then this should peak your interest. Whichever way you may like it, it would take the right type of people to make it happen. Luckily for you Chic Events Jamaica knows just how to make this special kind of magic for you and yours. Over the years Chic Events Jamaica, has done numerous traditional church weddings in Jamaica and have made very happily married couples as a result. We know the different aspects of putting a wedding together and wowing attendees and you of course. Jamaica, according to the Guinness World book of Records, has the most churches per square miles (and bars too *inserts smiley face*), traditional churches like Roman Catholic, Presbyterians and Anglicans to more contemporary non-denominational types. Whatever your preference is I am sure Jamaica has a church that fits perfectly. click for animation Finding the perfect church is like finding the perfect dress just with a lot more help from us at Chic Events Jamaica. See what interests you and let us know how we can make it happen and always remember that your preference is our priority. Remember to check out our social media pages: IG: @chicweddingsja; Facebook: @chicweddingsjamaica and see our reviews from our happy clients.
Kayla & Nigel Wedding- Llantrissant Villa
Kayla and Nigel fell in love with Negril and decided to tie the knot there having a very private and intimiate wedding with their closest friends and family as witness; Llantrissant villa is a very antique wooden house and sits at the begining of the west end which house one of the world’s most famous bar, Ricks Cafe’. The villa has two beaches to swim and play. They choose tropical as thier wedding colors and in everything they did for their wedding they added some personal touch to it. The ceremony was done on the right beach area which has a very intimate setting perfect for small weddings, while reception was on the lawn infront to the house with the ocean as its backdrop.
Dana & Chris Wedding – Wild Orchid Villa, Jamaica
Red stands for romance and this wedding wasn’t short of such. Chris and Dana choose the beautiful Wild Orchid Villa on the outskirts of Montego Bay Jamaica to host their wedding on the 4th of July 2014 at 3pm. The ceremony was set and ready with the steal pan player playing in the background as Dana was escorted down the aisle with her mom and dad to meet Chris at the alter where he stood in front of over 190 guests with the beautiful Caribbean sea as their backdrop.Ceremony was decorated with 2 large bamboo tepees with white dendrobium orchids, the alter had a riser draped in white for Chris and Dana to exchange their vows on. The aisle was decorated with white hydrangeas in hanging mason jars. While Dana had a semi cascading red roses bouquet. After the ceremony the continued to listen to the melodious sounds of the steel drums during cocktail hour while they cool down with Jelly coconut and snow cone. Their reception was hosted in the same space under a clear top tent with lost of fairy light along the frame of the tent
Sophia + Craig Wedding – Syrynity Palace Jamaica
They did it! Sophia and Craig planned to say I Do at an all inclusive hotel months ago but two (2) weeks before their wedding they decided to make the switch to an off property venue where they could customize their wedding to make it very personal. It was fun working with Sophia and scouting for the perfect venue based on price and view and we choose Syrynity Palace. The day was perfect and the sun was setting when they exchanged vows with 96 guests as their witness. It was beautiful!