Cass and Adam first thought about eloping because planning a big wedding was too stressful with many cultures and people involved. Adam is half Bengali and half Mexican, while Cass is half French and half Swiss. They met in Kenya when they were five and have since lived in many different countries. One side of their family wanted a big wedding with over 300 guests, while the other side preferred a small gathering of fewer than 50. Ultimately, they realized they wanted a big party where all their friends and family could come together. And they did just that! Their intimate Hacienda Sac Chich wedding weekend beautifully blended all cultures and became the joyous celebration they dreamed of.
Tucked away in the lush jungle of the Yucatán, with equal parts old-world charm and modern design, they couldn’t have chosen a more spectacular setting for their celebration. The 17th-century renovated henequen factory provided a magical backdrop for their ceremony, featuring a mix of cultural traditions. They had a traditional Bengali mirror ceremony and sealed a wine bottle with letters to open on their 5th anniversary, a French tradition. The garden reception that followed was equally enchanting, with lots of candles and long tables for conversation, all under glowing string lights. We could go on and on, but we’ll let these images captured by Junebug member Alex Krotkov tell the complete story. If you’re looking for inspiration on how to create a unique cele...