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April 6, 2021 |
Amanda and Jonathan chose the Dreams Las Mareas Resort & Spa as the place for their dream wedding in February 2020 after all, Costa Rica is where Jonathan had popped the question in an intimate and lavish proposal two years earlier.
The two university sweethearts knew that Costa Rica, with its vibrant and colourful f lora and fauna, would be the perfect backdrop for their nuptials. “We purposely chose navy for the bridesmaids to highlight their tropical bouquets, which featured vivid orange, red and yellow blooms as well as green tropical plants like monstera deliciosa and palms,” Amanda says.
At the heart of the wedding decor was a stunning ceremonial arch surrounded by lush tropical florals. Fresh flowers also took centre stage on the elegantly laid wooden harvest tables. “We loved the bright colours that reflected the beauty of our beach venue and the landscape of Costa Rica,” Amanda explains.
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When the doors to Donna Marie s Bridal Shoppe first opened nearly five decades ago, time-honored traditions were woven into almost every aspect of the wedding celebration. Over the years, Donna Marie Magaro-Dye, the store’s owner and namesake, has witnessed a host of radical changes to the event, from the vows to the venues, but her brides-to-be have held onto that resilient thread of tradition when choosing their wedding gowns and the bridal consultant is well-prepared to fulfill their wishes. I enjoy working with brides and being part of a very important day in their lives, she says, adding, Even though white and ivory-colored gowns are still popular, I find it very rewarding when I can devise creative ways to accommodate different tastes in clothing, customs, wants and needs. As she observes, It is an honor to be trusted with making sure that the bride s wedding dress is perfect for her, and I don t take that enormous responsibility lightly.