Horseback riding on the beach at sunset. Custom dresses dripping in crystals and beads. Sipping champagne underneath twinkling chandeliers. No, this isn’t a fairytale we’re describing — it’s the rehearsal dinner of brides Paige Mycoskie and Jessica Martin!
When planning their wedding weekend, Paige, the founder of California lifestyle brand Aviator Nation, and her partner Jess wanted to create experiences rather than follow traditions. With the help of the designers at Mae&Co Creative, they kicked off their three-day celebration with a wild welcome party in the jungle, followed by a sun-drenched beach day where guests lounged on Moroccan rugs, drank from branded coconuts, and personalized their own merch.
The next experience in the lineup? A golden hour rehearsal dinner on the beach in Mexico, complete with crystal readings, champagne cocktails, and custom performances. It was a fairytale brought to life (and captured by photographer Jose Villa), and we’re here to share all the swoon-worthy details!
Scroll on for an exclusive look at Jess and Paige’s fairytale rehearsal dinner, and stay tuned for more details about their wedding weekend, including a deep dive into their festival-inspired wedding day!
A Romantic Golden Hour Photoshoot
After a day of lounging seaside with their nearest and dearest, Paige and Jess escaped for a private moment together on the beach…complete with a romantic golden hour photoshoot by Jose Villa!
How gorgeous are these beaded dresses?! The brides channeled boho-glam with a bridal twist, donning mini dresses dripping in fringe, beads, and embellishments. Swoon!
For her statement look, Paige collaborated with Israel-based designer Lior Charchy to create a masterpiece of lace, Swarovski crystals, and pearl beading. But our favorite part has to be the boho fringe cape!
Check out our favorite bridal capes to add to your wedding wardrobe!
A moment of appreciation for those beachy waves by Riawna from 901 Salon! We love how the brides balanced their maximalist attire with more laid-back wedding hairstyles. Truly the best of both worlds.
A golden hour horseback ride on the beach? Major fairytale vibes!
Paige and Jess know how to make an entrance! Earlier in the day, they made waves (literally!) by jet-skiing into their beach celebration. But for the rehearsal dinner, they traded high speed for a more romantic grand entrance on horseback.
Now let’s get this party started!
Old Hollywood Glamour on the Beach
The theme for Jess and Paige’s rehearsal dinner was Old Hollywood glamour. They hired Mae&Co Creative to bring their dreams to life, creating an elegant affair on a sandy jungle-side beach.
“Paige and Jess wanted this night to feel stunning and unexpected — with white silk, crystals, gold details, and vintage chandeliers, all juxtaposed with the raw ocean backdrop,” said Manda, head planner of Mae&Co Creative.
How elegant are these champagne glass escort cards?! We love a unique seating chart display!
The Old Hollywood glamour continued with the tablescapes, which featured monochrome white wedding centerpieces and luxurious pops of gold. But the true star of the show was the breathtaking ocean views outside every window!
A Vision in White
Who says you can’t wear white to a wedding? For another unique and unexpected twist, Paige and Jess chose an all-white dress code for their rehearsal dinner. The result was a monochrome dream come true!
We love it when guests dress to impress with stylish attire…
…and this fashion crowd definitely understood the assignment!
For more all-white inspo, don’t miss our list of dreamy rehearsal dinner dresses!
During the high-fashion cocktail hour, guests were also treated to a crystal buffet, complete with a reading from a certified shaman. Perfect for manifesting your dream wedding day!
The Last Party Before the Big Day
As the sun went down, the neon lights went up! Paige and Jess switched their venue into party mode with various glowing installations, like this pink heart-shaped tunnel that led to the dining space. So fun!
Also peep that custom P&J sign behind the stage. Obsessed!
The barefoot brides changed into gorgeous wedding heels for dinner and dancing — we can’t stop staring at Paige’s embellished Jimmy Choo’s!
Want to plan a night your guests will never forget? Two words: fire dancers! Aragon Artists arranged for epic entertainment for the entire wedding weekend, including these fiery performers.
The night ended with another live performance and dancing under the stars. “Emmett Fenn closed the evening with a set that blended perfectly with the glowing shoreline and crisp design, so that Paige and Jess could dance the night away with their guests,” Manda told us.
Next stop: the wedding day!
planning: Mae&Co Creative | photographer: Jose Villa | videographer: Emma K Films | venue: One&Only Mandarina | music, immersive entertainment + headliner management: Aragon Artists | florist: Studio Mondine | paper goods: nūbo studios | hair & makeup: 901 Salon | production & lighting: VVR Pro | rentals: Casa de Perrin, Del Cabo Rentals, and Found Rental Co. | cake: The Cake Architect | linens: Nuage Designs
