Location: North Ibiza, Portinax
Setting: Villa
Wedding season: Summer
The number of guests: 135
How long did the couple plan the event: 18 months
Wedding theme/style: Tropical rustic, with crisp contemporary accents.
Jennifer and Rain’s love story started with a swipe right on Tinder. Rain joined the dating app on his way to a boys’ weekend in Leeds while Jen was in London. They chatted throughout Rain’s train journey and ended up having a memorable first date, filled with laughter and a late-night adventure that set the tone for their relationship.
Fast forward to January 2020, Rain casually hinted at an engagement ring. Jennifer tried her best to hold her excitement and not ask many questions. Later, in September, Rain said he would organize a trip to the UK to celebrate Jen’s birthday. As they were packing, Rain kept suggesting the outfits she should bring, which is not typical for him to take such an interest. When they arrived at the airport, Rain said he had booked them to go to Mykonos only when we arrived. This surprised Jen because it was COVID time, and traveling was limited. Eventually, Rain’s careful planning led to an unexpected proposal on a quiet beach, where Rain got down on one knee, revealing the ring box hidden in his sock.
The sun had barely begun to cast its golden hues across the horizon as Jennifer’s wedding day unfolded in the picturesque villa. It was a morning of anticipation, laughter, and heartfelt moments as Jennifer prepared to become a bride. The day began with Jennifer surrounded by her closest friends, her bridesmaids. Makeup artists accentuated her beautiful features and ensured she radiated confidence and beauty on her big day.
Jennifer’s flawless look included a slicked-back, half-up hairstyle and makeup that made her glow like a star. The exquisite dress from Élysée Palace made Jennifer an actual princess on her magical day. It was impossible to take your eyes off her; she was so elegant and beautiful. Her dress seemed tailor-made for her, and she shone in it as if she were the star of this magnificent day.
But the most heartwarming moment of that morning was the first look. As Jennifer stepped into her exquisite wedding gown, her father, filled with a mixture of emotions, awaited the reveal. With each step she took towards him, the air was charged with love and nostalgia. Tears rose in her father’s eyes as he saw his little girl transform into a radiant bride. It was a moment that encapsulated the bond between father and daughter, a bond strengthened over the years and now, in this moment, reaffirmed with love.
Surrounded by his closest friends, Rain’s morning started with camaraderie that only a groom’s party can provide. Laughter filled the air as they recounted stories from the past and shared their excitement for the day ahead. These friends had stood by him through thick and thin, and on this day, they stood by him once more as he prepared to say, “I do.”
Jennifer and Rain wanted their wedding day to be a seamless flow of energy and joy. They chose a stunning villa in the North of Ibiza, Casa La Vista, with its breathtaking cliff-top ceremony spot and various surprises hidden within the venue’s grounds.
And so, the ceremony commenced. Initially, the gleaming and elated groom took his place. Subsequently, escorted by her father, the bride herself made her entrance. All eyes remained transfixed as she gracefully approached her groom. Following a heartfelt prayer, they exchanged vows of eternal love, committing to journey through life together, hand in hand. It was a moment that left everyone in attendance entranced as two souls united in passion.
The wedding theme was a unique blend of tropical rustic with crisp contemporary accents. A green and neutral color palette, white hydrangeas, and sleek tapered candles created an Ibizan vibe with a touch of elegance. Bridesmaids donned sage green, and long dining tables under palm trees and large straw parasols created a stunning outdoor atmosphere, all expertly curated by wedding planner Lauren Kaycee of Hidden Treasures Ibiza.
Here’s how Lauren from Hidden Treasures Ibiza remembers the wedding preparations:
“I always ask for a Pinterest work to work from. As stylists and planners, we also include all the decorations, so the mood board is super important. The clients were very hands-on. Their mood board was lovely and full of really on-trend tropical vibes. Crisp white hydrangeas are featured here and there, so we picked those out as they are the best flowers for a super bright white look. The styling still felt Ibizan, as Ibiza is all about the countryside, the old farmhouses that have been transformed, and, of course, the incredible scenery.
Jen knew exactly what she wanted from the word go, so we worked on textures and tones until we arrived at the perfect combination. Pale green plates, custom-made beige linen napkins, gold cutlery, and hundreds of sleek tapered candles in tall wooden holders.”
The arrival of guests at the wedding dinner was a separate celebration! Friends, bridesmaids, family, and loved ones of Jennifer and Rain entered with joyful dancing, wearing vibrant, traditional Nigerian colors. Most importantly, Rain’s 92-year-old grandfather joined in their lively and spirited dance, spreading happiness and energy to everyone with his positive spirit.
And, of course, the vibrant entrance of the bride and groom left no one indifferent!
It was an unforgettable evening filled with music, laughter, cheerful games, jokes, and pure happiness. And then came the heartwarming congratulations. Jennifer and Rain were greeted with heartfelt well-wishes by their closest and dearest loved ones. It was a beautiful expression of love!
And, of course, there was the traditional cutting of the wedding cake, its design seamlessly blending into the surrounding decor. It’s evident how meticulously the Hidden Treasures Ibiza team approached every detail in their preparations.
Jennifer’s Nigerian-British heritage and Rain’s English background added vibrant colors and high energy to their wedding. Traditional Nigerian attire and a second outfit change late in the night highlighted the multicultural celebration. Lauren from Hidden Treasures Ibiza fondly recalls that magical moment with her memories: “The second entrance was just the couple in their second outfit. We had the guests make a tunnel of sparklers as they danced in and we set off cold fire cannons as they made their way to the dance floor – which was full all night long!”
The lovebirds wanted the day to feel special and had great energy and was fun. They didn’t want any waiting around or down periods and wanted each part of the day to flow nicely to the next and for everyone to mix, relax, and feel ready to go on the dance floor when it opened. That’s why music was a big part of the day as a connecting element. They had great music, Dj Invisible, and the best Ram MC that kept the energy levels up. No one was ever bored; he consistently made people laugh, and our wedding was interactive, which was essential to the couple. They wished everyone to feel included and to relax, and Lauren from Hidden Treasures Ibiza managed the entire operation of the wedding day amazingly and made the couple look like celebrities!
PLANNER & STYLIST Hidden Treasures Ibiza | PHOTOGRAPHY Stephanie Shenton | VIDEOGRAPHY Infin8Images | VENUE Casa La Vista | FLORAL Event Stylist | CAKE Cup Cake Collection | CATERING ICB | RENTALS FURNITURE Ibiza Chair Company | DJ Dj Invisible | MC Ram MC | DANCERS Performance lab | LIGHTING & SOUND Ibiza Pro DJ | GARMENTS STEAMED The Steamstress Ibiza | MAKEUP Made Up in Ibiza | BRIDAL DRESS Élysée
