A Simple, Elegant White Wedding at Rosewood Mayakoba in Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Michelle Minagorri (a real estate professional) married Vincent Benoleil (a restaurateur) in a simple, elegant beach ceremony for 200 guests on the Riviera Maya in southeastern Mexico. “The ceremony was set on the coast of the turquoise Caribbean Sea, “ Michelle says. “With that as the backdrop, the chosen palette was clean whites with pops of red to let the sea be the star of the show.” To honor the different cultures of Michelle's and Vincent’s families, the officiant hosted the ceremony in French, Spanish and English. To honor multiple traditions, the couple performed the Catholic lasso ceremony as well as the Jewish breaking of the glass. Afterward, the newlyweds held an intimate reception at Rosewood Mayakoba, A live Cuban band was followed by a DJ for dancing. After a fireworks show over the beach, the night ended with a bonfire and sparklers on the sand. —Carolyn Meers