Initially, Victoria and Benjamin planned to register their marriage at home and have a beautiful symbolic ceremony in Italy. But when they learned that we would take care of all the paperwork, they decided to marry officially in Como.

The Bride and Groom’s Morning

The couple spent the morning with their loved ones, enjoying the view of the lake from the large balcony and sipping exquisite Italian prosecco.

The weather forecast wasn’t promising, predicting +14 and rain on the wedding day. But fortunately, Italian meteorologists were wrong! May 13th had very comfortable weather for a wedding: not too cold, not too hot, pleasant cloudiness with glimpses of sunshine and no rain.

Official Ceremony

The marriage registration traditionally took place at the town hall of Bellagio. Official wedding ceremonies in Italy are held only in Italian, which is rightfully considered the language of love!

Immediately after the official part, the newlyweds danced right in the courtyard of the town hall to Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran, performed by a violinist. It was magical!

Then came the gift exchange! The couple presented the mayor of Bellagio with a Russian matryoshka doll and chocolates, and in return, they received handmade souvenirs with their initials.

After the marriage registration in Italy, it is recognized as legal in 10 EU countries, and the couple notified Russia on June 13th, exactly one month after their Italian wedding, and they already received their Russian marriage certificate.

Photo Session

Weddings on Lake Como are not rare. Italians themselves often choose this picturesque place for their wedding celebrations. In Italy, where couples do not rush to marry and prefer to simply live together, a wedding is a special celebration because it emphasizes the seriousness of the couple’s feelings and intentions. Therefore, the newlyweds inevitably attract the attention of everyone around. After the registration, when Victoria and Benjamin went for a photo walk around Bellagio, all passersby congratulated the couple, took photos of them with their mobile phones, and asked for photos together, which deeply moved them.

Boat Ride on the Lake

Lake Como must be seen from the water! Therefore, after the photo session at Villa Monastero, our newlyweds, together with their friends, embarked on a boat ride to enjoy the incredibly beautiful water color, the magnificent villas around, and the relaxed Italian atmosphere.

Wedding Dinner at the Villa

At the end of the day, the couple and their loved ones enjoyed an exquisite candlelit dinner at Villa Giulia.

The highlight of the evening was the cake – the famous Italian dessert tiramisu in a large size, decorated with a heart and the newlyweds’ initials.

Honeymoon

After the wedding, our heroes went to explore Italy in a rented car, and later flew to Paris, as their love for travel, good food, and wine is just a small part of what connects them.

Victoria’s Review:

“I look at these photos and still can’t comprehend the magic that was happening with us!”

Official Wedding Ceremony on Como takes place in the municipality of the picturesque town of Bellagio on the shore. But it doesn’t offer a direct view of the lake, and our couple wanted a wedding with the sound of the waves, with a picturesque view of Como right by its shore! So we organized an outdoor ceremony for them at Teresio Olivelli Park in Tremezzo. But, let’s go in order!

For their celebration, Katya and Maxim chose one of the longest (and hottest!) days of the year – June 22! The wedding day began with breakfast and… a glass of prosecco on the balcony with a beautiful view. The couple spent this morning together, discarding any superstitions. However, Maxim didn’t tempt fate too much and left, letting the stylist work her magic on Katya’s look.

The Bride’s Look

Getting ready for the wedding is always a very emotional time! Even if the hairstyle and makeup are rehearsed, and the dress is perfectly fitted, every bride still wonders: “Will I see what I expect in the mirror? Will everything be as I imagined?” But with our magical stylists, such worries are unnecessary! Katya’s look was soft and sensual. She chose an elegant dress with a flowing skirt, a classic long veil, and high-heeled sandals. Maxim added a twist to his classic formal look – an elegant black suit and white shirt – with playful white sneakers.

Marriage Ceremony

The ceremony took place at Teresio Olivelli Park in Tremezzo. It’s a public park, but it’s never crowded, so we weren’t afraid of any interruptions. From this small platform, there’s an unmatched view of Lake Como, the mountains, and the Melzi Villa across the lake. Would you want to say “Yes!” with such a view, just like Ekaterina and Maxim did?

The couple chose original wedding rings with different designs for him and for her. Watching them, it was hard to believe that they’ve been together for 11 years. There was so much passion and tenderness in their gazes and touches! The ceremony was very emotional, and at the end of it, neither of them could hold back their tears.

The town of Tremezzo is on the list of I Borghi piu belli d’Italia (The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy). One of the main attractions of this lovely “borgo” is the famous Villa Carlotta. Many picturesque towns are scattered around Lake Como, but Tremezzo is one of the most beautiful. So, we chose it for the wedding photoshoot. Afterward, Katya and Maxim enjoyed prosecco in beautiful glasses, posed for the photographer again, and had fun.

Boat Ride

The next item on the wedding program was a boat ride on Lake Como. This was the perfect moment to relax, enjoy each other’s company, and the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. And, of course, to give the photographer the chance to capture the happy moments of this day! The newlyweds took off their shoes and snapped a few playful shots against the magnificent backdrop.

The final destination was the famous Villa Monastero – another historic villa with a park right on the shore, where Katya and Maxim, escaping the heat, strolled under the shade of trees, laughed, and happily posed for the photographer.

A few more photos at the Varenna harbor, and the newlyweds were ready to head to the restaurant.

At 6 p.m., Katya and Maxim took the water tram to Bellagio. There, their wedding day ended with a festive dinner on a terrace overlooking Lake Como. They awaited the late sunset of this long and eventful day, which became a new starting point in their relationship.

The couple visited Finland and the Dominican Republic, fell in love with Istanbul, but decided to have their wedding in a country they had never been to before. Italy! This was the place Yulia and Roman had always dreamed of visiting. And this first trip was meant to be special for both of them. Because not only would they get to know Italy for the first time, but they would also officially become husband and wife. They chose Lake Como for the ceremony, which perfectly matched their wedding concept. “Stylish and atmospheric”, they imagined their dream wedding to be in the country of their dreams.

On the morning of September 25, 2023, the couple woke up at Villa Armonia. This elegant 19th-century villa, nestled in greenery on the eastern shore of Lake Como, was the perfect place to begin their wedding day. Without haste, Yulia and Roman woke up and had breakfast with a view of Lake Como.

Then Yulia flew into the caring hands of stylist Olga, only to return to Roman and meet him already in her bridal gown. The groom couldn’t take his eyes off his bride. She looked stunning, like a Hollywood actress in that white dress that hugged her slender figure, with blonde locks cascading down her delicate shoulders.

Yulia and Roman headed to the town of Bellagio, where at the town hall they experienced the event they had been waiting for – an official marriage according to the laws of the Republic of Italy. Despite its formal status, the ceremony was touching, and as tradition dictates, the newlyweds were showered with rice as they left the town hall.

As husband and wife, Yulia and Roman took a walk through Bellagio accompanied by the photographer, then crossed Lake Como on a yacht. The fresh breeze, the sparkling waters of the lake, and the sparkling prosecco tickling their noses, the eyes of their beloved shining with love and happiness – is this not heaven on earth?

Villa Monastero, built over an ancient Cistercian monastery, is located on the eastern shore of Lake Como. It is famous for its magnificent botanical garden and exquisite architecture. This was where the newlyweds headed for their photo session to capture the joyful moments of their day in a beautiful and atmospheric place.

The day concluded with a wedding dinner at Villa Armonia, where Yulia and Roman’s morning had started. The couple dreamed that they would be able to tell their children about the beautiful wedding at the lake in a country with such a rich history. And that’s exactly how it turned out. Ahead lies a lifetime, with many more happy events and stories. But September 25, 2023, will be remembered forever, as it marked the beginning of their new journey as husband and wife.

Hello) We are already back home, everything is great, the vacation was very intense, and we still remember our wedding day and are happy that we contacted you. What amazing photos 😍 I can’t stop looking at them! Ksyusha is a genius! These are the most beautiful works I’ve ever seen, I couldn’t have imagined they would turn out so amazing! 😍😍😍

Review from Yulia

 

I met Ivan at university. We were in the same class and on the same course, but we didn’t pay attention to each other. In our second year, things started to move forward, the first dates and all that. The relationship developed very quickly, and now we’ve been together for 6 years.

I always knew I wanted an intimate wedding, I dreamed of Italy, but it seemed impossible back then. I even thought of incorporating some Italian elements, like decorating everything with branches and lemons instead of flowers.

Ivan proposed on my birthday, and we began planning. We had three options: a wedding in Crimea, a registration in St. Petersburg, or a wedding in Italy. We couldn’t decide for a long time, and Ivan came up with the idea of using a hat and papers with country names. I drew a paper and thought, “Let it be as it should be.” Italy came up, and everything fell into place.

 

It was very important for me to find responsible professionals. And we immediately chose Wow Italy. I initially didn’t want to organize a celebration for others, just for us two, and I wanted it to be memorable. The preparation started in May-June, and on October 3rd, we were already standing hand in hand at Lake Como. There wasn’t much time, but I’m really thankful to the organizers for their hard work and help. I truly enjoyed the process of preparation and the wedding itself.

The most common question from friends in the days leading up to the wedding was about pre-wedding nerves. And that’s something you shouldn’t ask a bride. The night before, I began to feel nervous and couldn’t eat. But just before the ceremony, I trusted the universe, and the whole wedding went wonderfully.

Read the full story of how Kristina and Ivan’s wedding dream came true in Italy on weddywood.ru.

Initially, we didn’t want a grand celebration. The idea of getting married in Italy came suddenly when we found out there were no available dates in the registry office in Moscow that we liked. We thought for a while and decided to run away from everyone and have a beautiful ceremony just for two in one of the most beautiful and romantic places – Lake Como…

We found an organizer online, who helped us quickly prepare all the necessary documents remotely. All that was left was to come to Italy and enjoy the event. The day started with getting ready in a beautiful hotel, then we took a boat to the registry office for the ceremony.

We couldn’t shake the feeling that we were in some kind of movie or fairytale, everything was so beautiful! Along the way, local people came up to us, congratulated us, and took pictures with us. The photographer, videographers, and stylist accompanied us everywhere and made our day incredibly full of emotions.