When Kimmy and Andrew decided to have a beach wedding, they knew they wanted a location not many couples think of. So, they followed the groom’s family roots back to Sri Lanka and tied the knot at the beautiful beachfront resort, Lantern Boutique Hotel. The bride, Kimmy De Leon, and groom set the “Beach Disco” theme early with handmade disco-inspired invitations with caricatures that they turned into enamel pins for their guests’ wedding favors. Galle Events then helped the couple create a laid-back beach vibe with simple florals, tropical greenery, and vintage place settings that added pops of color without too much detail. We love how Damien Milan Photography focused on the in-between moments as much as the key “wedding must-have” moments, especially the laugh-filled moments on the beach and when everyone decided on a late-night swim at the end of the reception! The Couple:
Kimmy and Andrew
The Wedding:
Lantern Boutique Hotel, Sri Lanka

We always knew we wanted to get married on the beach, but we wanted a different beach destination to those we’d been to ourselves. Sri Lanka was also a subtle homage to Andrew’s family history because it’s where his great-grandparents were living when they started the family name. His dad was born and grew up there, as well. So, Sri Lanka was already special to the Sharp Pauls, and now it’s also special to the De Leons.

In terms of t...