Italy - Weddingchicks https://www.weddingchicks.com/category/destinations/italy/ Wedding Chicks is the best place to plan your wedding and find wedding vendors & venues in your area. Browse endless real weddings, styled shoots & DIY inspiration. Get planning tools and create wedding websites. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:47:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 This celeb photographer bride wed with the help of A-list friends https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-weddings/sicily-estate-wedding/ Thu, 03 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/italy/sicily-estate-wedding/ You can imagine the guest list (and party!) when this celeb photographer got married at a 1000-year-old estate in Sicily featuring a clean wedding style.

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Jana Schuesslerr, a German celebrity photographer, and her now husband, financial associate Gavin McLean, tied the knot at a meticulously planned destination wedding in Sicily, Italy. Their quintessential New York love story culminated in a spectacular fashion, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Commenda di san Calogero, a historic 1000-year-old estate. The wedding was shot by published wedding and editorial photographer Alex Tome, who is well-loved for his cinematic and fashion editorial style in wedding photography. The couple’s “gioia della vita” (joy of life) attracted friends and family from around the globe, including prominent artists, models, producers, magazine editors, and more. Notable guests included renowned photographer Greg Swales, who has shot for Vogue and Vanity Fair top German pop singer and producer Kayef, and other respected luminaries from the creative world.

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Bride Jana is an incredibly talented photographer with an eye for design. She meticulously planned every detail of her wedding, making it her most significant production to date. Her creativity shone through every aspect, from the all-white welcome party to the personalized notes on each guest’s name card at the wedding reception. This intimate gathering was not just a wedding but a testament to the couple’s genuine love and the deep bonds they share with their friends and family.

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The bride redesigned her boutique find

For the wedding day, Jana wore a stunning lace-beaded gown she discovered at a small boutique in Europe during one of her many work travels. Jana redesigned the gown herself with the help of a local tailor and designer friends, pairing it with Badgley Mischka shoes.

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Lush greenery and fragrant florals

The ceremony, officiated by their dear friend Cindy Quach, was a heartfelt affair with no dry eyes in sight. The guests were surrounded by lush greenery and fragrant florals by Intrecci di Fiore e d’Arte, creating a dreamy atmosphere for the couple’s vows.

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Reception under the stars

Following the ceremony, a cocktail hour in the garden transitioned into a magical outdoor reception under the stars, featuring authentic Sicilian cuisine, live music, and elegant dancers, which added an ethereal energy to the evening.

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Crisp and timeless reception design

The couple opted for a clean and crisp reception design featuring white place-settings with Italian-inspired menus and centerpieces of thistle, lemons, and dahlias, among others.

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A film featuring loved ones

Highlights of the evening included a film featuring heartfelt messages from loved ones, custom cocktail napkins telling Jana and Gavin’s love story, and golden hour photos capturing the magical light of the evening.

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Jana’s post-reception dress was designed by her best friend Mimi Ledo, fashion designer and owner of Boaime based in Vietnam, adding a personal and stylish touch to the celebration.

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Dear friends, the DJs

The night concluded with their dear friends and DJs Jana Pelchen (Berlin) and Adam McDaniel (NYC) spinning tunes that kept everyone dancing all night under the stars.

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Boudoir and a boat ride bookended this intimate Lake Como wedding https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-weddings/destination-weddings/intimate-lake-como-villa-wedding/ Tue, 28 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/intimate-lake-como-villa-wedding/ An intimate $60,000 Lake Como elopement at Villa Balbiano featuring overwhelmingly elegant blush and off-white decor, and a custom Galia Lahav dress.

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In the opulent historical rooms of Villa Balbiano, Tara and Alex prepared for their magical day where they stole private moments throughout the celebration and amidst the timeless elegance of the villa. vcaptured each moment of this special event, while BLBS Management created a stunning bridal look to complement Tara’s custom Galia Lahav gown. Keep scrolling to see how this incredible elopement came together – we promise you’ll want to see more in the full gallery at the bottom of this post!

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Beginning with boudoir

As the morning light danced upon the villa’s walls, Tara indulged in a pre-wedding boudoir shoot that captured her grace and poise, as well as the grandeur of the villa’s historical rooms.

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Couture Galia Lahav

Tara wore a stunning Galia Lahav Josi Dress dress with detachable puff sleeves and a chic sweetheart neckline.
Enchanting, stately, and sexy, this soft trumpet corset dress is adorned in embroidery and sparkly silver sequins—and features glamorous tulle puff sleeves for an off-the-shoulder look that compliments the sheer, embellished tulle skirt. This is a made-to-order dress!

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A first look overlooking Lake Como

In the lush garden, adorned with centuries-old trees, the couple shared their emotional first look. Shortly thereafter, with the picturesque Lake Como as their witness, they Tara and Alex took part in an intimate elopement ceremony.

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A post-elopement boat ride

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds embarked on a romantic boat ride courtesy of Como Classic Boats, gliding across the shimmering waters of Lake Como.

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Reception under the stars

As evening descended, the couple returned to Villa Balbiano for their first dance, followed by the cutting of the cake and a romantic dinner under the stars, where they toasted to a lifetime of love and happiness amidst florals by Riccardo Ciceri.

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How much does it cost to elope to Lake Como?

The cost of eloping to Lake Como can vary widely depending on personal preferences and the specifics of the event. However, a luxurious elopement can run around $60,000, which likely includes a stunning Galia Lahav wedding dress, elegant Jimmy Choo shoes, and all the little extras that make the day unforgettable. From picturesque venues to exquisite dining, every detail contributes to creating the perfect, intimate celebration. We’d suggest reaching out to one the wedding vendors listed in this post to get started.

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Take a trip around the world for this luxury Puglia wedding oasis https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-weddings/luxury-weddings/luxury-puglia-destination-wedding/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/luxury-puglia-destination-wedding/ When a travel influencer says "I do" in Italy, you know her blue, pink, and peach wedding will be on trend and exceptionally elegant.

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Puglia wedding venue

Manuela (a travel influencer) and Francesco (an Italian entrepreneur) transformed their love for travel and good food into an unforgettable wedding experience that incorporated a nod to Puglia and wasn’t too far from the sea. Pettolecchia la Fortezza in Puglia, Italy, was the perfect stage for this unique event, with the civil ceremony among the centuries-old olive trees and the dinner at the foot of the steps of the Fortress, which had never been done before!

Keep scrolling to see how this intimate travel-centric wedding came together with the help of Francesco and Sveva of Ottone Wedding, all captured on camera by Le Vélo Fotografia.

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Custom veil embroidery

For the wedding the bride chose two Atelier Eme dresses. The first was a more traditional lace dress with a beautifully embroidered custom monogrammed veil with a floral lace trim. The second was a more fitted lace dress, inspired by the elegant party that awaited at the reception.

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Statement-making bridesmaids in blue

The bridesmaids wore beautiful Italian silk bridesmaid dresses, with the maid of honor donning statement-making blue chandelier earrings and a sparkly blue floor-length dress.

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Suits for day and night

The groom chose two Bottega Dalmut suits. The first was a perfectly beachy tan suit with the perfect suede shoes. The second was an evening inspired blue and black tuxedo-inspired outfit complete with bow tie.

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A private oceanfront first look

The couple and their witnesses spent the moments before the ceremony at the La Peschiera Hotel. Manuela and Francesco shared a private moment overlooking the sea prior to exchanging their vows in front of family and friends.

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Custom labels and custom icons

For their favors, the bride and groom provided special bottles with custom labels that included their sun and moon icon that appeared throughout the remainder of the wedding day.

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Michelin-star wedding catering

A distinctive note of this wedding was the incorporation of Michelin star cuisine. Top-notch chefs from Enoteca La Torre (a 2 Michelin star experience) delighted the 230 guests with extraordinary dishes, creating an exquisite culinary experience. The appetizers, a true journey around the world, fully represented the overall theme of the wedding. Stalls scattered amongst the centuries-old olive trees each represented the places visited by travel blogger Manuela and ranged from Morocco to America, without ever neglecting Apulian dishes such as focaccia, bread, and panzerotti.

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Perfect for 2024: Peach, pink, and blue

Tablecloths, cushions, menus, fans, performers’ clothes, and other impeccable details were customized and created specifically for the event. Every touch, from setting the tables to choosing the decorations, was personalized. Each element followed a color palette grounded in the colors of pink and peach (a hot 2024 trend!) with touches of red, which was perfectly implemented by florist Nunzia Guerino. The unique menu was crafted in a trendy round shape with the sun and moon in a complementary design.

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Dinner and a show

The entertainment was masterfully managed by Mho Events with a dinner show in which dancers and singers alternated throughout the dinner with dresses made to match the colors and designs created for the wedding.

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An enchanting Villa Tasca wedding, overflowing with baby’s breath https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-weddings/destination-weddings/enchanting-villa-tasca-wedding/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-italy-weddings-we-love/enchanting-villa-tasca-wedding/ Classic elegance and overflowing white florals filled this breathtaking villa wedding in Sicily. The chic design of this day shone at Villa Tasca!

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Living in London, sweethearts Tiffany and Oscar had always dreamt of marrying in Sicily. The couple selected the breathtaking Villa Tasca as a luxe and elegant backdrop for their classic wedding; the centuries old trees on the grounds were decorated in sweeping white florals to add a chic style to the historic space.

Keep reading to see how event designer Brilliant Wedding crafted an elevated destination celebration! All photography captured beautifully by Gianmarco Vetrano.

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A wedding venue fit for royalty

From the wedding party’s stunning getting ready portraits, you can see that their wedding venue was a space out of time, radiating with timeless luxury. Villa Tasca is a beautiful and enchanting aristocratic villa whose guests have ranged from Jackie Kennedy to Wagner, Verdi and Bismarck. We can’t think of a more regal place for a bride and groom to get ready for their special day!

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Baby’s breath filled outdoor ceremony

Event designer Brilliant Wedding designed an outdoor ceremony centered around a beautiful balance of elegance and warmth. Cascading baby’s breath, white roses, and touches of moth orchids filled the historic grounds in gorgeous floral design by Intrecci di fiori e arte.

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Timeless villa reception under a canopy of twinkle lights 

Villa Tasca was the perfect backdrop for a timeless wedding reception! To add to the enchanting aesthetic of the day, a canopy of twinkle lights was strung over the guest tables. Brilliant Wedding designed chic, banquet style tables with white and gold accents. The ambient lighting and elegant decor transformed the already stunning venue into a contemporary and charming reception space.  

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Orchid adorned wedding cake 

To end their dream wedding, the bride and groom cut into stunning wedding cake! Their modern three tier cake was adorned in the same orchids that Intrecci di fiori e arte filled the wedding day with. The unique floral design elevated this gorgeous dessert table!

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Congratulations Tiffany and Oscar! Be sure to see the rest of their luxurious wedding day in the full gallery below, captured by Gianmarco Vetrano.

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This Couple Created a Meadow on the Beach at Their $100,000 Los Cabos Wedding https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-weddings/los-cabos-beach-wedding/ Mon, 02 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/real-italy-weddings-we-love/los-cabos-beach-wedding/ This Grand Velas Resort Los Cabos wedding was elegant and contemporary. The must-see moment was when the couple created a meadow on the beach!

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This Los Cabos wedding at the Grand Velas Resort took everyone’s breath away. The neutral tones mixed with muted pops of color against the seaside backdrop cannot be spoken of highly enough. This couple went to such lengths as to create a meadow of flowers on the beach for their ceremony. And the editorial photography captured the beauty of the design perfectly! Planned to perfection by Del Cabo Events.

Keep scrolling to see all of the incredible photos of Christina and Patrick’s special day, and make sure to click here to see all of the photos in the full gallery that you won’t want to miss!

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Taking the Time to Get Everything Right

The planning process for bride and groom Christina and Patrick started all the way back in April 2021. They took their time, paying close attention to choosing a planner who would immediately click with them, and all of their patience paid off!

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The mother of the groom was heavily involved in the planning process with bride, Christina! They both loved flowers and lush arrangements, which guided the style of all the celebrations.

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A Wedding Weekend to Remember

The destination wedding lasted two days, starting with a rehearsal dinner on Friday and the ceremony the next day, both held at the magic Grand Velas Resort Los Cabos. Design was very important to the bride. Christina has exceptional taste, so she had a strong opinion on every detail from the selection of the dresses she wore, to the accessories, the photographer, the menu, and anything else you can think of!

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A Clean, Elegant Reception Design

For the reception, the design was clean, elegant and modern. With both the bride and groom coming from an Armenian background, family was super important to them to include, and it was something that Del Cabo Weddings was excited to help them incorporate into their day.

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Bringing the Meadow to the Beach

The design and execution of the floral arrangements and ceremony arch by Aria Vera Floral was so unique, and it’s now being used as an inspiration for many upcoming weddings at the resort! It is because of details like this that Christina and Patrick’s wedding will remain forever covetable as wedding style #goals.

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This Wedding Venue In Assisi Italy Does Winding Tables With Views Like No Other https://www.weddingchicks.com/travel-honeymoon/castello-di-petrata-wedding-views/ Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/castello-di-petrata-wedding-views/ We mean, among other incredibly gorgeous wedding things…

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Castello di Petrata Wedding Venue Italy

If there’s something on Instagram that we’ll double tap nine times out of 10, it’s a great destination wedding pic. Want to know what we double tap every time? Wedding pics in the Italian countryside, with reception setups that go on for days. We LOVE the winding banquet table look, and we just so happen to know one of the hotels and wedding planning teams that do it best: Castello di Petrata. Through personalization and attention to details, the passionate and expert staff at Castello di Petrata provides a magical experience for every couple that dreams of their special day on their grounds.

Where is this beautiful and enchanting place?

Castello di Petrata is situated in the center of Italy, in the Umbria region of Assisi. On the edge of Tuscany and only two hours from Rome, Assisi sits close to Perugia and Trasimeno Lake and is surrounded by olive grove hills and picturesque vineyards. It’s a stunning backdrop for an unforgettable sunset, and you know how we know? 👇

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If you have tons of friends and family you’d like to invite to your destination affair, then you don’t have to worry about finding accommodations for them. The fortress (and yes, we said fortress, because it is) of the 14th century can host up to 100 guests in its charming hotel or fabulous glamping tents—oh yes, glamping in the San Francesco hills. And you and your guests will essentially become family for a weekend (two or three days), free to enjoy Castello di Petrata’s restaurant, spa, swimming pool, tennis court, and 50-acre grounds where their oils, truffles, wild porks and fruits and vegetables are grown, harvested, and bred.

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And that’s the beauty of a Castello di Petrata celebration, ‘the more, the merrier’ sentiment really does play out here and makes your reception dinner all the more unique. Communal style dining, with shared platters placed in the middle of a table, lends itself to a relaxed and intimate ambiance—in spite of stacked attendance.

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And the fun you have on your wedding day will spill over into the next

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Above and beyond the welcome pizza and pasta party that the Castello staff recommends to get guests acquainted with each other upon arrival, you can arrange for a post-wedding pool party to decompress and get ready to go home. Boozy brunch, but make it wellness right? Well, decide on a hangover cocktail (so here for that) and chill out with your crew in their garden. A DJ and dancing, even after you’ve got sore feet and bags under your eyes, is highly recommended.

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“We hosted our wedding at Castello di Petrata in August 2020 (we’re extremely lucky, we know!). Words really cannot describe how perfect everything was throughout our stay, and all of our guests couldn’t stop talking about the fantastic time they had at the Castello. The venue is absolutely gorgeous (traditional Italian chic, overlooking the most beautiful view of Assisi and the Umbrian valley), and being able to host our wedding (and a pizza party the day before) within the Castello’s beautiful grounds made it all feel like a dream.” ~ Holly & Oli

“We held our daughter’s wedding here last week with about 70 guests. The beautiful Umbrian countryside combined with excellent and efficient staff made this an unforgettable event for all of us. The setting simply couldn’t be beaten with far reaching views over Assisi and beyond. When hosting over 70 guests you must be super organised with all the details of a complex event.I’m pleased to say that Giovanni and his team made sure that everything ran like clockwork during the whole stay.” ~ Tony D

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The Wedding Venue That’s Breaking Instagram https://www.weddingchicks.com/wedding-event-venues/the-wedding-venue-thats-breaking-instagram/ Thu, 05 May 2022 19:25:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/the-wedding-venue-thats-breaking-instagram/ Something about those long tables and string lights that make people go crazy!

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If you’re dreaming of the most picturesque Italian venue, look no further than Tenuta TRESCA. You may have recognized this venue from our Instagram – something about the infamous serpentine tables and magical string lights. Located in Southern Italy, Tenuta TRESCA is an epic countryside venue that embraces Italian Style.

Tenuta TRESCA is a full service venue, which means they offer in house catering, a dedicated wedding planner, personalized decorations, table settings, flower designs, printed menus and a legal civil ceremony – just to name a few.

If you’re ready to start planning a literal dream Italian wedding at Tenuta TRESCA, you can:

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Fashion Inspired Elopement On Lake Como https://www.weddingchicks.com/new-wedding-ideas/fashion-inspired-elopement-on-lake-como/ Tue, 07 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/fashion-inspired-elopement-on-lake-como/ Set in a glamorous palace on Lake Como, this elopement inspiration shoot sets the bar pretty high. The bride rocked a larger-than-life blue tulle ballgown and everywhere you look, there are exploding pastel florals to match!

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Fashion Inspired Elopement On Lake Como

When most people hear the word elope, images of city hall and little white dresses come to mind. This is most certainly not that. This elopement shoot went big, like huge palace on Lake Como and gigantic blue tulle ballgown big! We love that couples are still investing in their elopements like they would a traditional wedding and choosing to splurge on themselves. Your wedding is a celebration of your relationship, why not go all out? It’ll be a moment that you’ll hold onto for a lifetime…not to mention the pictures!

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These incredible photos by Bottega53 look too good to be true! Iles Events planned this inspiration shoot to showcase the stunning Villa Balbiano and show couples how extravagant an elopement can be. With a venue and a gown this extra, Anna Gayduk had their work cut out for them when they were asked to design the florals, and they brought it big time! This team couldn’t resist filming this epic shoot at this historic location and asked Merak Studio to do the honors. Check out the full gallery for even more of this luscious inspiration shoot and read on to hear more from Irina of Villa Balbiano about this venue’s glamourous past.

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A BOLD COLOR PALETTE 

Fashion Inspired Elopement On Lake Como

Fashion-inspired elopement shoot set at one of the most prominent Lake Como venues, Villa Balbiano, with a lakeside ceremony, seated dinner for two in the garden, and a white vintage car. The bride donned a custom-made blue wedding gown by Bencivenga Alta Sartoria perfectly harmonizing with the color palette of the floral decor and surroundings. If you haven’t heard of it, you’ve definitely seen this property. The amazing venue has gone viral on Instagram and has been the host of many socialite and celebrity weddings, and even a big filming location for the just-released House of Gucci featuring Adam Driver and Lady Gaga.

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Fashion Inspired Elopement On Lake Como

THE GEM OF THE LAKE 

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Situated on the western shore of Lake Como, Villa Balbiano is an awe-inspiring Italian jewel, an exceptional historical palazzo that once belonged to the famous Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio, who built it at the end of the 16th century and used it as his main residence. A century later, it was enlarged and embellished by Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini who used the Villa to host a gallant and frivolous society where festivals, banquets, and dances followed one another relentlessly. Since then each successive owner only added to the splendor of the villa. Nowadays, Villa Balbiano is the largest private residence on the lake, occupying over 2ha, with an extensive sumptuous garden, which was distinguished by the British Society of Garden Designers, an outdoor swimming pool, a private pier, and a boathouse. Inside, its historic interiors have been filled with finest objets d’art and furniture of past centuries, sourced from Sotheby’s and Christie’s. Spectacular 17th-century frescoes painted by the Recchi brothers and Agostino Silva still decorate the walls, untouched by time. With its illustrious past, an unparalleled mix of man-made and natural beauty, Villa Balbiano is one of the most glamorous locations on Lake Como.

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A Luxurious Guns N’ Roses Inspired Wedding in Italy https://www.weddingchicks.com/new-wedding-ideas/a-luxurious-guns-n-roses-inspired-wedding-in-italy/ Fri, 26 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/a-luxurious-guns-n-roses-inspired-wedding-in-italy/ A rock n' roll-inspired wedding beaming with luxury, bold colors and breathtaking views in Abruzzo, Italy inspired by the music video November Rain by Guns n Roses.

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A rock n’ roll daydream. The views, old church, and wedding details are breathtaking! Emiliana Gualtieri definitely has an eye for all things stunning and with the help of this amazing team bringing it all to life, the inspiration is killer. Totally digging a bold red lip on the Bride and the beautiful florals to match. If you are a stylish Bride + Groom looking for unique inspiration, this one is for you.

Keep scrolling to see more photos by Giacomo BarbarossaAmoretti Weddings planned every detail of this wedding inspiration and Fioridea created all of these incredible florals you’ll see throughout. Serena Raschellá Videography was there to film as this inspiration came to life at Convento San Colombo. All the images are in the full gallery, so be sure to click through and read on to hear more from Amoretti Weddings.

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Discovering Abruzzo

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Covid19 forced many of us to change our plans over the summer, but for Emiliana Gualtieri, Head Planner for Amoretti Weddings, it gave her her opportunity to create something unique. Emiliana has 13 years of experience in Destination Wedding Planning in Italy, but during the Covid period took time out from wedding coordination and went back to searching for venues. 

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“ I was craving for new places, new scenarios. While I was searching for the most exclusive locations where to celebrate my clients’ future weddings, I bumped into amazing places in Abruzzo, my native land.” 

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The Inspiration

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Known only by travel connoisseurs, Abruzzo is one of the few left unknown pearls of Italy. Wild scenarios of four national parks, make this part of Italy the greenest region of Europe. Breathtaking views are the main protagonists. So we decided to choose this area to shoot a Luxury Rock’n’Roll Wedding Inspiration.

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The Church of Saint Mary ‘Della Pietà in Rocca Calascio reminded me of the church used by Guns n Roses in November Rain. A song that is in any 80s Kids’ hearts for the not so happy ending yet beautiful bride and groom. So we decided to make a twist, to create that same scenario of a super rock band but with a happy Finale.

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Decor + Details

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The ceremony was in the woods of San Colombo Dimora Storica, near The Church of Saint Mary Della Pietà’ in Rocca Calascio. Here, the film director Richard Donner, filmed Ladyhawke (1985) starring Matthew Broderick, Rutger Hauer, and Michelle Pfeiffer. A real cathedral of nature, that raises the bride and groom’s love for infinity.

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The dinner took place in the same woods of the intimate cloister of San Colombo Dimora Storica. Beautiful venue with magnificent views of the national park of Gran Sasso, the highest Mountain of the Apennine. We wanted something that was elegant, stylish but still with that little bit of an edge. A concept that was stunning and rich at its essence. 

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When it came to styling, this was incredibly important for us, we wanted something much more luxurious. Emiliana from Amoretti Weddings styled all the areas of the shooting, from the table, which looked incredible, down to the party area. 

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The table featured gold, grey, burgundies, greens, and softer pinks in the candles and crockery.
Crockery and accessories came directly from Daniela which owns Gualtieri Arte Regalo, one of the oldest wedding gift shops that are in Italy dated 1848.

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MarryMe by Amoretti designed the most amazing stationery. Super-lux green velvet, black hand-torn paper embossed in gold was the accomplishment work for the invitation and day stationery. Tina from Fioridea created the pampas and floral installation for the ceremony, the table centerpieces and the bouquet. Tina also created the feature pieces surrounding the table, using the rich deep burnt orange and berry tones. 

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Federico at Emozioni Italiane created a magnificent cake, textured whites, and golds, super sophisticated but modern. Then we had the most fantastic open bar service from Mercury Events from Rome. They brought the most luxurious bar and their cocktails were absolutely delicious!

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We found two beautiful models Ludovica and Alessandro, who were just perfect for this. Ludovica, wore three outfits, one for the morning ceremony, one for the dinner and then the other one for the party. All the dresses were from Atelier Isabella Caposano. Alessandro wore a black suit from Barbarossa Atelier and a burnt rust hat, we wanted him to look very much like a rocker but stylish and he looked amazing. Marco Romano Hair and Ale Mua Makeup created the look for Ludovica and Alessandro. A rich red sophisticated lip for Ludovica, with bouncy elegant waves, topped off with a rock’n’roll style pearl crown designed by Emiliana herself.

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The moments were immortalised by Giacomo Barbarossa from Barabarossa Studio, by Serena Raschellá Videography  and by Antonio Malvestuto from SkyDrone Italy

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No Lie, This Wedding Planning Group In Italy Will Make All Your Dreams Come True https://www.weddingchicks.com/travel-honeymoon/no-lie-this-wedding-planning-group-in-italy-will-make-all-your-dreams-come-true/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.weddingchicks.com/destinations/no-lie-this-wedding-planning-group-in-italy-will-make-all-your-dreams-come-true/ Sure, an Amalfi Coast wedding is gorgeous, but have you ever heard of Le Marche? Hold our wine, please…

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We love writing about exotic destination wedding locales, really, we do, but sometimes we find ourselves saying the same things over and over and over. There are a lot of unbelievably stunning places in the world, and they make for beautiful backdrops for weddings, but when we actually consider ‘experience,’ for our couples and their guests, a place like Petritoli (in Italy) just makes our hearts skip a beat. We talked to the tourism and event pros at Tu.Ris.Marche and they gave us so much to think about, mostly that there are SO many places the wedding world doesn’t know about – hopefully, after reading this, though, you’ll consider yourself an insider. Tuscan weddings are astounding, Florence weddings are first rate, but if you’re truly after the ‘fairytale affair,’ you can’t top Petritoli.

You’re not guests, you’re full-on family. 

If you’re not familiar with Petritoli, no worries, it’s a hidden and oft-looked-over gem in a country known for hotspots like Rome, Venice, Tuscany, Milan, Naples, etc. But point blank, Petritoli is a medieval village with a population of approximately 2,500 (not kidding when we said this place was off the radar). Lying on the fertile hills of southern Marche, between the Adriatic Sea and the Sibillini Mountain Chain, the Azure Hills are ripe with ancient and majestic beauty – a tiny corner of paradise that’s just a natural for nuptials. 

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Several factors lead young couples to choose Petritoli as the romantic setting for their big day, but here are the big ones:

  • The exclusive location
  • The tenured tourism teams that host these most memorable of occasions
  • The incredible epicurean culture
  • The lush and phenomenal climate (summer weddings here are out of this world)

And the biggest [and most influential, in our minds] deciding factor: the inimitable graciousness of the people who live here year-round. The welcoming locals contribute to making weddings and extended stays truly unforgettable – guests end up feeling like they are members of the community, and that, to us, is magic. Add to that the fact that the Town Administration has drafted special, private guidelines for couples and guests to enjoy some of the most evocative corners of the village.

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About that wedding planning team that does it all…

We’re not exaggerating. This group will take your wildest dreams and delicately fold them into a real life, modern fairytale (just as easily as the region’s inspiring chefs fold and perfect agnolotti pasta) – starting with 360-degree event organization. From the ceremony to the reception, your wedding and its thoughtful theme will be safe in the hands of Tu.Ris.Marche. They’ll assemble and communicate with the best vendors and wedding professionals in the area, they’ll curate the soundtrack to your day (and choose the music that fits with the mood of your celebration), they’ll organize any of the pre or post-wedding activities based on your tastes (quite literally, too, the food and drink scene in Petritoli is indulgent and then some!), and they’ll entertain the littles on your wedding day. Honestly, they’ll occupy all of the kids with treasure hunts, face painting, all the things to keep them happy!

And for the couples who weren’t able to plan bachelor or bachelorette parties in the last year due to COVID-mandated travel restrictions, they’ll roll these events right on into your wedding trip (spa days, go karting, vintage barbershop treatments, to name a few).

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When the lines between Instagram and real life are totally blurred (in the best way)

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Reach out now to put your Petritoli wedding plans in motion!

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