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A Modern Mexican-Inspired Wedding in Santa Ana, CA

The Bride Griselda Ramirez, 33, a teacher The Groom Humberto Maldonado, 32, an accountant at Beckman Coulter The Date June 18 Everything from the foo

The Bride Griselda Ramirez, 33, a teacher The Groom Humberto Maldonado, 32, an accountant at Beckman Coulter The Date June 18 Everything from the food to the decor and even the music (they had a mariachi band!) at the wedding paid homage to Griselda and Humberto's Mexican roots. To complete their authentic look, they chose a vibrant color palette of fuchsia, orange, and eggplant. -- Amanda Black

Guests left words of wisdom to the couple on La Loteria cards (a bingo-like game in Mexico).
A Frida Kahlo Viva la Vida design was hand-stamped on candy-filled muslin bags.
Alvina Valenta Bridesmaid Dresses
A bright-orange bloom popped on the groomsmen's gray vests.
All the bridesmaids wore matching purple flowers in their updos.
Guests were entertained by a mariachi band during the cocktail hour.
Purple and Orange Cake
Griselda carried a tight bouquet of mini orange calla lilies, while the girls held fuchsia tulips, dahlias, gloriosa lilies and bullet alliums.
The custom invitation design showcased a bright-orange-and-aubergine Mexican tile design.
Purple and Orange Bouquet
For the ceremony, Griselda wore a cathedral-length veil with a blusher.
An elaborate dessert spread, including the three-tiered wedding cake, sweet breads and Mexican candy, was displayed on hand-crafted Mexican shelving.
The escort cards featured famous paintings by prominent Mexican artists.
The outdoor reception was decorated with bright, low centerpieces and deep-purple linens.
The couple sat at a wooden sweetheart table topped with a row of vivid flowers.
Purple, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Asparagus Green Color Palette