Ashton and Alec envisioned a vibrant spring garden for their big day, inspired by their love for nature’s beauty. They wanted a celebration that felt both elegant and intimate, filled with lush florals that captured this dream. To escape the city’s hustle, they chose a serene, scenic venue in Mexico, offering the perfect backdrop. With soft neutral tones accented by rich, deep colors and the expert touch of Junebug vendor Pride Maya Weddings, they flawlessly brought their vision to life in a stunning pastel 16TULUM wedding.

The celebration dazzled from start to finish with stunning details. The ceremony featured eye-catching asymmetrical pillars, making their vows even more special. For the reception, they set up a lounge area with colorful furniture accents. To end the night, they brought the fun with an LED dance floor and a DJ playing electronic music. They cleverly alternated between fun and romantic vibes throughout the wedding, keeping the atmosphere lively and engaging.

This stunning celebration perfectly intertwined their love story with the breathtaking natural backdrop, resulting in an unforgettable event. Get ready to be amazed by the exquisite details, all expertly captured by Beatatum Photography.

The Couple:

Ashton and Alec

The Wedding:

16TULUM, Tulum Centro, Mexico

Highlights from Their Pastel 16TULUM Wedding

Ashton: It’s hard to choose just one favorite moment, but the ceremony stands out the most. Walking down the aisle surrounded by my closest friends and family was incredibly special. Seeing my husband under the rainbow flower arch at the end made me so happy. The reception was another highlight. The decor, venue, and food were perfect, and the flowers and lights matched our guests’ outfits beautifully, making it all feel like a movie scene. 
Alec: The most memorable part for me was the first look and sharing our private vows. It was an emotional experience to see the love of my life and start our journey together. Although Ashton looks beautiful every day, when I turned around, I thought she looked absolutely magical in her dress.

Tips for a Smooth Wedding Planning

We recommend hiring a wedding planner, even if you’re super organized. Be clear about your wants and ask plenty of questions. We started planning a year ahead, and our ideas evolved, so sharing those changes with your planner is key. They can help adjust plans and find the best vendors. Remember, not everything will go perfectly, but sometimes the best memories come from things that don’t go as planned, so try not to stress. Also, a realistic budget should be set, and one person should manage it to keep spending on track.

The Perfect Blend of Decor and Music

We’re most proud of how all the little details came together to make everything run smoothly and beautifully for us and our guests. The decor, music, and refreshments complemented each other perfectly, creating a once-in-a-lifetime memory. Ashton was incredibly proud of not crying during the wedding—she usually tears up when she sees other couples’ wedding photos and videos.

The Importance of Communication and Vision

The key to planning our wedding was finding the right wedding planner, especially since the event was overseas. We needed someone great at communication, execution, vision, and planning. Once we had that, we were confident the wedding would be amazing, no matter what. We focused on the most important aspects and adjusted the rest of our plans to fit our budget. For the remaining funds, we looked for ways to save and considered DIY options to stay within our financial limits.

How Their Pastel 16Tulum Wedding Came to Be 

We chose 16Tulum because we wanted an intimate spot for our guests to enjoy the wedding weekend. We loved that the venue captured the Tulum vibe inside and was close to everything we needed after the wedding. The venue staff were responsive and friendly, which was a big plus. Finally, we wanted the space to have a spring garden feel, and 16Tulum perfectly matched that aesthetic.

DIY Name Tag Keychains That Doubled as Favors

We used an acrylic printer to make our own name tag keychains for the dinner seating. We also created the wedding invitations and menus at home, drawing design inspiration from YouTube.

Congratulations to Ashton and Alec on their pastel 16Tulum wedding, which brought a charming garden party vibe to Mexico. A big thanks to Beatatum Photography for capturing all the exquisite details, and a special shout-out to Junebug vendor Pride Maya Weddings for helping make their vision come to life. To see more of their amazing work, check out their profile in our directory of the world’s best wedding planners.

The florals and color palette at Ashton and Alec’s wedding perfectly brought their garden party theme to life, blending soft pastels with rich hues for a stunning effect. If you’re looking for more ideas for your own event, our florals and color palette guides offer plenty of tips and inspiration to help you create your dream look.