Arturo Elías Slim and Paula Albarrán exchanged vows on Saturday, October 24, in an intimate ceremony held at the historic Colegio de San Ignacio de Loyola Vizcaínas in Mexico City’s Historic Center. The wedding marked the culmination of a romance that the couple has largely kept out of the public eye, following a romantic proposal in New York’s Central Park.
A Historic Venue for a Timeless Celebration
The couple chose the emblematic Colegio de San Ignacio de Loyola Vizcaínas as the backdrop for their union. The historic building, located in the heart of the capital, provided an elegant setting that reflected the traditional yet refined tone of the evening. Despite the couple’s discretion regarding their private lives, guests shared glimpses of the celebration on social media, offering the first look at what became one of the weekend’s most talked-about social events.
One of the most romantic moments of the night came during the newlyweds’ first dance. The pair selected Frank Sinatra’s classic “Strangers in the Night” to inaugurate this new chapter of their story. For the occasion, Paula wore a strapless gown with clean, elegant lines, while Arturo opted for a classic tuxedo—a combination that underscored the timeless style of the celebration.
Notable Guests and a Family Milestone
The guest list brought together prominent figures from business, entertainment, and social circles. Among the attendees were members of the Slim family, singer Sebastián Yatra, entrepreneur Oso Trava, Lucila Mangino, Bárbara Tijerina, and Eugenia Rodríguez Cantú.
Rodríguez Cantú attended the religious ceremony but departed early to travel to Monterrey for the birth of her niece, Raquel—the daughter of Nuevo León Governor Samuel García—adding a personal family milestone to the evening’s events.
From Central Park Proposal to Mexico City Wedding
The path to the altar began with a surprise proposal in November 2025 at Central Park, one of New York’s most iconic landmarks. Arturo Elías Slim popped the question with the help of Paula’s sister, Alexa Albarrán, who participated in the surprise and captured the moments immediately following the engagement.
The couple’s relationship began through a family connection: a cousin of Arturo, who was a close friend of Paula, facilitated their introduction. What started as a connection through mutual friends blossomed over time into a partnership that
Source: caras.com.mx
