A Gift your Groom and Groomsmen will Love

This post is in partnership with Groomsday. As always, the concept and all content are my own. Post contains affiliate links. Shopping for men can be the most difficult thing to do especially when it comes to weddings. There was a point in time when guys were left to fend for themselves when it came to wedding gifts. I’m often asked by my grooms for suggestions when they want to purchase gifts for their wedding party. Well, I start with the first question….tell me something about your crew? Then we try to find a gift(s) that will work with their style and the wedding. Groomsday has been around since 2003 and offers a wide variety of personalized gifts for men. So, if you are looking for gift sets, drinkware, watches or bags, you have found it. My favorite is the wood box personalized Groomsmen set that contains a money clip, tie clip, and cufflinks. The wood box is a perfect size and can be reused to hold loose change, jewelry or more. I also loved the socks with the personalized band. The quality was amazing as well as fast shipping. Check out the products on their site, you won’t be disappointed. Groomsday 

Destination Weddings in Mexico

Hola, mi hombre es Gail

Let’s, book your tailor made wedding in Mexico. A country known for miles of white sandy beaches with warm crystal clear waters, rugged mountain landscapes, barren desert and lush jungles; it's no wonder Mexico is a favorite destination for weddings and honeymoons. While staying at a five-star all-inclusive luxury resort, you can take in the sounds of a mariachi band while soaking up the Mexican sunshine. 

After the wedding, start your honeymoon off with a luxurious couple’s massage by your private pool or take an off-site excursion to one of the ancient ruins such as Teotihuacán or the Mayan city of Chichén Itzá. You will find Mexican towns rich in culture, upscale shopping centers, renowned museums and churches, gourmet restaurants serving everything from tapas to sushi to wine sangrias that will appease the pickiest palates. 

If you are ready to start planning your romantic destination wedding, please contact me at gail@gailjohnsonweddings. 

Saludos, Gail Johnson Weddings & Events, Certified Mexico Wedding Specialist

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Bridal Week 2016 NYC

Bridal Week NYC 2016 has come and gone, but there are some great memories. Check out this beautiful gowns from the new Fall Bridal Runway shows. I see a lot of lace, plunging necklines and the very popular floral print. My favorite is that Berta gown! swoon....

Say “Si” in Mexico

Say “Si” in Mexico. There are so many great wedding venues with beachfront views view and sandy beaches. Check out the latest issue of Destination IDO & Honeymoons magazine. Two of my favorites Mexican wedding resorts are the Royalton Riveria Maya Hotel and Mahekal Beach Resort 

Gail Johnson Weddings & Events, es una empresa dedicada a la planeación, diseño y coordinación de eventos y bodas destino (Translation: It is a company dedicated to the planning, design and coordination of events and destination weddings).

Mahekal Beach Resort, your magical moment begins on a white, sandy path adorned with crimson rose petals. There simply is not a more magical backdrop for your Playa del Carmen wedding than the turquoise waters, supple sand and lush vegetation surrounding Mahekal BeachResort. The turquoise sea rises to greet you and your groom. Enchanting birds call out from the tropical palm trees with their songs of approval. This is the wedding you have always dreamed of; this is a Mahekal Beach Resort wedding.

The stylish rooms and bungalows (no TVs) feature terraces or balconies with hammocks, as well as free Wi-Fi, safes and sitting areas. Those on the beach add private plunge pools, and adults-only penthouses have outdoor showers and canopy beds. Room service is available. Breakfast and dinner are included and there are 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Additional amenities include 2 outdoor pools, a hot tub, private beach and dive center, plus event space. 

Royalton Riveria Cancun exclusive All-In Luxury™ concept is devoted to providing guests with a unique vacation experience, masterfully blending the Yucatan Peninsula’s unique culture with a luxury product that features top quality service, and great attention to detail. Dedicated and friendly staff, an incredible Puerto Morelos location, top-notch dining venues, wonderful destination wedding packages , spacious rooms and suites, a fitness facility, and great all-inclusive services are sure to enhance your luxury vacation experience.

Tie the knot at the Royalton Riviera Cancun. What could be more beautiful than marrying your true love in paradise? Our luxury resort is designed to make your destination wedding truly unique, and help you create everlasting memories you will cherish forever. Whether you're hosting an intimate family affair or a grand gala, weddings at our All-in Luxury™ resort are extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime events.

Wedgail featured in Long Island Bride & Groom

So excited to be quoted in the March 2016 issue of Long Island Bride & Groom. Giving advice on all things weddings and being a wedding expert is a job that I love. In this issue, I give advice on things couples can do the day after the wedding with guests. So, check out Long Island Bride & Groom -  Food, Glorious, Food section which is available on line digital format and hard copy via snail mail.

Anne Barge Bridal Fashion Show

What a night! Anne Barge Bridal rolled out the red carpet with celebrity industries friends cake diva, Sylvia Wienstock and editorial director at Martha Stewart Weddings, Darcy Miller at Atlanta's newest venue Flourish by Legendary Events. There were tasty appetizers, beautiful models (male and female) and fabulous runway fashion. Trends for 2016 - simple lines, ruffles, lace and high-low hemlines. And, then there were those red Cartier swag bags.

photo: Willett Photography