Olivia & Dakota
Oceanfront Wedding at Finest Playa Mujeres in Cancun, Mexico
If you’re dreaming of a relaxed, intimate destination wedding in Cancun, Olivia and Dakota’s day at Finest Playa Mujeres is the perfect inspiration. These two were some of the most welcoming clients ever, and we were greeted at the resort by their family and friends. With a ceremony right by the ocean, golden hour portraits on the beach, and a setting that felt effortlessly beautiful, this Mexico wedding was everything a destination celebration should be: simple, meaningful, and focused on what really matters. The whole day felt easy, intentional, and full of genuine moments.
Olivia and Dakota chose Finest Playa Mujeres, a modern all-inclusive resort just outside Cancun, for its mix of natural beauty and convenience for guests. They had their first look in a quiet garden area surrounded by blooming pink flowers, a peaceful moment before the events of the day began. It was a chance to take a breath, connect, and get grounded before the ceremony.
After their first look, we walked the property for portraits. One of the best parts of photographing weddings at Finest Playa Mujeres is how many great backdrops there are in one place — clean lines, tropical plants, shaded pathways, and open sky. There’s even a wall that displays a perfect palm tree shadow at the right time of day! Olivia and Dakota kept things easy and candid, which made for portraits that feel real and relaxed.
Their Cancun wedding ceremony took place just steps from the ocean. With the sound of waves in the background and close friends and family gathered around, the setting didn’t need much. The focus was on the vows, the connection, and being present - as well as some gorgeous florals done by Velvet Events Design. It was a reminder that simple doesn’t mean boring — sometimes, less really is more.
As the sun started to set, we made our way down to the beach for golden hour portraits. The light was perfect: soft, warm, and flattering. The beach had quieted down, giving Olivia and Dakota a moment to walk, talk, and soak in the day together. No pressure, just elegant moments with a beautiful backdrop and a beautiful sunset.
The night only began with an epic dance party and disco balls, honestly what more could you want? Water bottles were thrown around to everyone, and I think that sums up what a Mexico wedding really looks like.
Olivia and Dakota, thank you for bringing me along to witness and capture your day. Your wedding was everything a destination celebration should be: joyful, relaxed, and deeply rooted in connection. I’m so grateful to have been a part of it.
A toast to the dream team:
Planning: kyraandco
Makeup: zoeelizabethmakeup
Hair: zoeelizabethteam
Venue: finestplayamujeres
Suit: indochino
Dress: alenaleenabridal
Florals: velveteventsdesign