Happy is the heart that gets to pour over these unbelievable images straight from the lens of Love Is My Favorite Color. And with picture perfect Portugal acting as the backdrop to this effortlessly chic ceremony, it’s a day drenched with decadence like you wouldn’t believe. And with a gallery this good? Well, it’s sure to steal away your wedding loving hearts for sure. See it all unfold in The Vault!
From Love Is My Favorite Color…Fiona and Jon had an amazing intimate wedding at one of the most beautiful ceremony venues in Portugal, the Senhora da Rocha cliff top, in the Algarve.
The legend says the chapel was built after the apparition of the Virgin in that exact location. Believing or not, the fact is that rocky line towards the sea isn’t indifferent to anyone.That magical place was what made them come all the way from South Africa, together with their family and closest friends. Witnessing their love celebration in such an inspiring setting like that really gave everyone goose bumps… it was a truly special and emotional moment.
Both Fiona and Jon’s Mothers (and a team of her friends) also played a very important role in making this a one of a kind celebration.Fiona’s Mom spent countless hours making the beautiful headpiece for the Bride. She was also hands on with all the floral arrangements. The olive branches were sourced from the surrounding farms and all the glass ware, candles and slate settings imported from the UK. And she also managed to design and make all the wedding stationary.Jon’s Mom, spent hours sewing and making the beautiful linen table clothes, napkins and the thrown me confetti bags with Linen sourced from South Africa.This labour of love really showed what becoming a family is all about and truly melted our hearths.
Although, I also have to say I was swooning over Fiona’s Jewellery has soon has I laid my eyes on them…That mix of vintage, boho chic and nature inspired jewels is truly unforgettable…She wore a Vintage Gold bracelet from her Mum and a gold chain with sea glass given to her by her soon to be husband Jon on that day. He had it made by a designer in Cape Town. The rings were a mix of vintage gold bands sourced from UK antique shops and they were all beyond a woman’s dream.Fiona is herself an amazing wedding photographer. Sharing that bond really made us have a unique connection and being part of their magical celebration made us feel special, so this is one of those weddings we will never forget…
Photography: love is my favorite color | Wedding Dress: Claire Pettibone | Ceremony Venue: Senhora Da Rocha Cliff Top | Reception Venue: O'Algar Restaurant | Bride's Shoes: Debenhams | Groom's Attire: Zara | Veil: Phillipa Lepley | Vendor: Fiona Clair