Wedding Date: 22.07.2023
Location: Arlena di Castro (Viterbo, Lazio)
Photographer: Oksana Savenchuk
Flowers: Sky Flora
Stylist: Tania Nitsak
Organization: WoW Italy
Text: Anna Strukova
Symbolic Wedding in Italy
Elvira and Dmitry: Family, Love, and Dolce Vita Among Lavender Fields in Lazio
Waking up at dawn to the song of birds, seeing the loving, adoring eyes of your partner, and together rising to enjoy the sunrise over the lavender fields – is this not happiness? All the hustle and bustle of the big city, work concerns, calls, and problems stayed behind, beyond their small paradise somewhere between Lazio and Tuscany. Today and forever, hand in hand, they will live their dreams together.
The journey to this day in a cozy family agriturismo (Italian farm estates) began in 2014. That’s when Elvira and Dmitry met at a Moscow university. Lovers of outdoor activities and travel, they visited Thailand and Barbados, and eventually moved to the USA. But for their wedding, they didn’t consider exotic places or big cities. They were drawn to Italy, with its leisurely lifestyle, delicious food, sunny climate, and unique charm.
Rural, deep Italy – the one that has remained not only in old films but also in reality. To this day, the main value in this blessed land remains family. Not an endless race for material goods, but simple joys and pleasures of life – gathering around one table, tasting delicious food, enjoying wine, and conversing with each other. This warm and soulful family atmosphere was what Elvira and Dmitry wanted for their wedding, and they turned to WowItaly to make their celebration exactly as they imagined.
The LOVanda agriturismo, owned by a charming couple, became the place where, as they say, “the stars aligned.” The tranquility of country life, the hot summer sun, chilled prosecco, the intoxicating aroma of lavender, and the singing of birds… All three days spent here became a time of enjoyment of true Italian dolce vita for Elvira, Dmitry, and their guests.
Elvira and Dmitry invited their family and friends to join them, wishing to share their special day in such a magical place with their loved ones. They arrived at the agriturismo on July 21, and the guests mingled, socialized, and relaxed by the pool.
At LOVanda, you can stay for a few days with overnight stays. There is a special room called the “treehouse” (literally a room on the branches of a tree) with panoramic windows that span the entire wall. Elvira and Dmitry climbed up to their room in the tree and witnessed the most breathtaking sunrises and sunsets overlooking the lavender fields and olive groves. As lovers of beauty and aesthetes, they enjoyed the perfect picture created by nature itself.
July 22 – the day of the ceremony. Responsible, a little nervous, but the happiest day. The morning began with preparations for the guests – our stylist, Tatyana, helped the ladies with makeup and hairstyling. Special attention was given to the bride’s look, which turned out to be incredibly romantic and soft. The natural beauty of Elvira harmonized with the beauty of the nature surrounding her. Among the flowers, she herself was the most beautiful and delicate flower.
The wedding ceremony began with the bride’s entrance. We all remain children to our parents, no matter how old we are, and how touching it was to watch as Elvira’s father walked her down the long path, leading her into family life. Under the floral arch, he handed his daughter to her husband, wishing happiness and the best for his child.
The soft sunlight enveloped Elvira and Dmitry with its golden glow. The ceremony was accompanied by the gentle rustle of olive tree leaves and the chirping of birds. Joy and happiness overwhelmed Elvira and Dmitry as they exchanged rings, and their loved ones witnessed this touching moment.
A special effect was created by the prosecco tower. Elvira and Dmitry poured this sparkling drink together, and just as the wine from their bottles poured together in glasses, so too their couple was about to merge in a long and happy family life.
As tradition goes, the newlyweds were showered with rice and rose petals after the ceremony. While the guests enjoyed aperitifs and entertainment, the newlyweds went for a photo session. No rush, no hurry, as all the beauty was right there. The shots with the retro car turned out to be very atmospheric – not only is it the old, beloved Italy, but it is also a symbol that the new couple is embarking on the road of family life.
After the photo session, the celebration continued with a dinner in nature. The guests enjoyed exquisite ravioli and amazing lasagna at tables decorated with flowers and decor in the natural wedding style. Toasts and contests, laughter, heartfelt speeches, music by an Italian band, and dancing – that’s what filled Elvira and Dmitry’s wedding evening that day.
The conclusion of the celebration was spectacular in the literal sense. Elvira and Dmitry walked through a corridor of lights lit by the guests, to the song “Firework” by Katy Perry, and ignited their own lights, marking the beginning of a bright new chapter of their life.
The next day was also packed – a tasting of local products, a master class from a sommelier, and quests in Rome. All the guests were satisfied!
Elvira and Dmitry’s wedding was warmly family-oriented and joyfully carefree, in true Italian style. May this feeling of celebration never cease for their family – dolce vita!
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