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March 30, 2022

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Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun

As things start to open back up, I love that it also means more destinations weddings – MY FAVORITE! I love to travel and I love to photograph couples getting married, so being able to mix the two is an absolute dream come true. And shooting at Dreams Playa Mujeres for Lauren and Ryan’s beach wedding was no different!

Wedding Day Details for Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Bride and groom getting ready on wedding day | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Fun photos with wedding party before wedding | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Groomsmen in white linen shirt and khakis | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Brides mom buttoning dress on wedding day | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
First look with bridesmaids on wedding day | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Bride smiling in black and white photo on wedding day | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Bride and groom first look | Beach Wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres in Cancun | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
First look with dad on wedding day
Photos with wedding party before beach ceremony

Wedding Ceremony on Mujeres Beach

We were so lucky that a cold front and rainy weather held off till the next day because we had the most beautiful beach setting for these two to exchange their vows! There’s nothing like the backdrop of the clear blue water of Mexico beaches.

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Bride and groom exchanging vows during beach wedding ceremony | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Black and white ceremony photo on beach | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
First kiss as husband and wife during beach wedding ceremony under metal arch
Bride and groom walking away after beach ceremony
Wedding party cheers-ing champagne after ceremony

Beach Portraits at Dreams Playa Mujeres

There’s something special about the first moments together as husband and wife. Capturing Lauren and Ryan’s portraits after their ceremony on the beach as their guests made their way to the reception was magical! As I mentioned, the weather was perfect and I couldn’t get enough of these two and the love they have for each other!

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Bride on beach after wedding in all lace wedding gown | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Black and white portrait of bride and groom details on wedding day at beach
Bride and groom portraits on wedding day at beach | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Bride and groom portraits on wedding day at beach | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Bride and groom portraits on wedding day at beach | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | wedding photography, beach wedding, Mexico destination wedding | via kellyoconnorphotography.com

Wedding Day Details

One thing I think is a misconception of destination weddings is that you can’t have all of the vendors and details like a traditional wedding. Well as if me saying it couldn’t convince you, take a look at the gorgeous space we celebrate Lauren and Ryan in! There was truly no detail missed.

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Why did Lauren and Ryan choose Dreams Playa Mujeres on Muejeres Beach?

“We decided on our venue location after looking at COUNTLESS resorts online and via our travel agent. We finally narrowed our choices down to those that were kid-friendly, as we knew we wanted to have our ring bearers and flower girl present. Once we slimmed down those choices, Dreams Playa Mujeres really stood out because they offered an adults-only sister location, Secrets Playa Mujeres, right next door! This felt like we were getting two resorts in one and a fun option for those that didn’t have kids and wanted that option, too! It was also just the most stunning resort, as well.”

“Ryan and I knew when we got engaged that we didn’t want a traditional wedding. Ry’s family and friends are all over from Virginia, New York, Maine, D.C., etc., and almost all my friends and family are in Texas (where we also reside) so it felt unfair to do a Houston wedding. When we got to talking, we finally said, let’s make it a fair playing field and go somewhere new! From there, we knew Mexico was an easy choice and a location people wouldn’t mind vacationing at!”

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Wedding Reception Under the Stars in Mexico

These two know how to throw a party! A night of dancing and celebrating with their guests was the perfect ending to their beautiful beach wedding. We had so much fun that the party didn’t end after the exit! We kept dancing until 2:00am while celebrating the newlyweds.

Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.com
Outdoor wedding reception under draped lights in Mexico | Kelly O'Connor Photography | Destination Wedding Photographer | Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding | first dance, reception photos, guests dancing | via kellyoconnorphotography.comk
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