If there were to be a top five list of places to elope, Venice would be a must. Tell me, what is more romantic than intimate I dos followed by a gondola ride and a dinner date overlooking the canals? And when you throw a Silvia Valli wedding dress into the mix, said elopement becomes next level. Hunter Ryan tells the intimate, inspiration story with the dreamy images below.
From Hunter Ryan Photo… Venice. Known for it’s regal grandeur & in rich jewel tones—Italian-American planner Ema Giangreco wanted to showcase a softer side of Venice. Living and planning weddings in Venice for years, she’s seen many deep reds, golds, emeralds and blues in Venetian wedding design, so we opted for a completely different vibe for our couple. The color palette was derived from the famous Saint Marks Basilica in San Marco Piazza. The domes of soft blue hues with gold gilding, the building walls—soft greys and creams. The florals were clean and simple whites and greenery, with an unexpected modern touch of white orchids. Custom gown designer Silvia Valli created a one of a kind gown for the bride with hints of dove grey and muted blue tones in a soft ethereal vibe. A perfect juxtaposition of the grand church where the heavily candle-laden ceremony took place. Just a short distance from the church the couple walked the back canals of Venice to their reception location, an intimate space set for two at the Palazzo Morosini, canal front. The soft design carried through to the table—again boasting soft greys and blues—punctuated with simple white florals and greenery. The couple departed their reception in a quintessential Venetian gondola for two.