I am so stoked that these two were featured on Destination Wedding Details. If every wedding I could have was in a country filled with wild animals and alligators; I would be down every single time.

Paola & Zach dreamed of a destination wedding in Costa Rica where Paola was raised, and their dreams of eloping came incredibly true with the help of her friends and family. Renting a private house with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, they chose to drive down to the nearby beach for an ocean view ceremony complete with thunder clouds. What made the day extra special though, was the random tropical storm that rolled in as quickly as it rolled out. Drenching everyone to the bone, it cleared up just in time for their ceremony to be had in front of their beach location.

They chose to let the beautiful country of Costa Rica do all their decor, and the sounds of monkeys and macaws could be heard through the night. Decorating with bamboo chairs, simple décor and local tropical flowers, their reception site included the reflection of the night sky in the nearby pool.

”Something that happened right before the ceremony was that it started pouring down rain! I was so bummed, even though I know it means good luck, I couldn’t help but feel disappointed.  But the moment I decided to walk down the aisle, the sky cleared up and it became the most beautiful sunset. It was truly magical. " - Paola

Vendors //
Reception Venue : Costa Rica Luxury LifeStyle
Stationery : Jo. M Design & Prints
Wedding Cake : Shea’s Cakes
Hair & Makeup : Makeup Art & Beauty
Wedding Dress & Veil : David’s Bridal
Groom’s Attire : Jos A Bank
Bride’s Shoes : Betsey Johnson
Photography : Jennifer Lourie Photography

xx,

Jennifer Lourie