SAYING
I Do
he Seychelles group of islands is a treasure in the
Indian Ocean. It is possibly the most romantic
archipelago in the world; the perfect paradise
location for a dream wedding. With talcum-powder
white sandy beaches, crystalline clear turquoise
waters, lush flora and gently swaying coconut
trees, all teamed with a warm tropical climate makes it ideal for
that special life event - Seychelles certainly ticks all of the boxes
for a sensational wedding destination.
It is often the case that couples don’t know where to start
in their preparations for the big day. Someone who has all the
answers and the expertise to make your wedding fantasy into a
reality is James Dupres, an island wedding event specialist. James
is Creative Director of his company ‘Mr and Mrs Weddings’ and
is responsible for working closely with the couple to make them
feel comfortable and at ease with the event. In his opinion, it is
crucial to challenge the norm and work in an environment that
is both suited for the event and applies to the client’s request.
He coordinates the entire ‘wedding team’ to ensure everything
is perfect and of the best standard. As a master communicator, it
is the Creative Director’s job to understand the client’s wish and
execute it flawlessly.
With such expertise in the field and with us being keen to get
all his top tips, Absolute Seychelles talks to James about tying the
knot in paradise. Here is his ultimate guide...T
IN THE SEYCHELLES