Wedding days pass in a blink for our couples, but from our perspective we’re there watching all the moments unfold. We believe that balance is exactly how it should be. Being present from the start to finish means we don’t miss a moment and is how we ensure your full story is told. The festivities for this wedding began days prior with a Poolside Pizza Welcome Party & a Rehearsal Dinner in a vineyard, but nothing can really compare to the feeling of the day finally having arrived. We’re excited to share a look back at this Italian celebration, from start to finish.
Vendors:
Planning | Maurizio Lo Greco
Venue | Palazzo di Varginana
Lighting | Pantheon Services
Live Music | Strawman & Celine
Makeup | Daniele Carlo
Hair | Trucco Bologna
Bar | Offside Events
Florals | Le Ragazze di Flo
Stationary | WED
A private villa, overlooking the vineyard | Arriving at the bride and groom’s villa, we soaked in the lush greens and morning light, simultaneously capturing the quiet beauty outdoors and the excitement indoors as the girls got ready.
A moment for the groom | The ladies get to have their morning documented, so the guys do as well, of course. Riley’s portraits with the villa’s unique architecture set the stage for portraits with an iconic, Italian vibe.
Bailey’s final look | These ladies brought the fun and excitement to this day. Watching them admire Bailey’s dress was one of our favorite parts of the morning!
The groomsmen arrive in style | There was no shortage of banter, pose-striking, and candid moments with this group & it sure was fun to document!
A venue with room to wander | Paths through the olive trees, rolling hills, & views at every corner, Palazzo di Varginana is a place that lets you take in Italy in a peaceful environment.
Main character energy from the groomsmen | They embraced the photo ops like it was a full time job.
Tucking the bride away | Photos are finished, guests are about to arrive, and its almost time to get married!
Excitement is in the air as guests arrive | As with the nature of destination weddings, all B&R’s guests had a flight or two in front of them to be present for the special occasion, making the anticipation for the main events to begin even more heightened!
Moments of anticipation | No one else could see him waiting, but from a side angle that overlooked the ceremony site, we were able to capture this moment as Riley waited to walk down the aisle.
Saying “I Do” | The sun was shining (after wondering for a few days if we were going to be dodging rain clouds!) and sweet vows were shared as Bailey & Riley tied the knot overlooking the Italian countryside.
A post-ceremony dance party | Never have we seen a group this excited to celebrate the bride and groom…And we loved it!
Cocktail hour in two words: Espresso Martinis | The evening glow was setting in, espresso martinis were being sipped, & the good times were just getting started!
A view only seen from above | As artists, we get to set the scene and capture things the guests may feel but not see. A majestic venue set in the Italian mountains is most perfectly captured with a drone view!
Just the two of them | After mingling with guests at cocktail hour, we explored their venue, capturing Bailey & Riley’s wedding portraits in all the spots that showed off the charm and scenes of their Italian wedding venue.
An Italian wedding day made better with golden hour glow | A quick pause to take in the views and soak in the beauty of their destination wedding location. 
Live music set the scene for an alfresco reception | A violin & guitar — a simple, yet moving duo that serenaded guests as they entered the reception.
Pasta for all | The destination was chosen for the food, and they gave all their guests the experience of a lifetime with a multi-course Italian meal!
A surprise to the groom from the bride | Dinner was finished, toasts were made, but Bailey had one more surprise!
Dinner is finished, time to party | A dress & shoe change for Bailey and then they were off to hit the dance floor!
The chandeliers that stole the show | A key element for B&R’s reception was the statement lighting which offered a cozy, yet sophisticated atmosphere.
An energetic dance floor | Disco lights, martinis and a party that didn’t stop!
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