Some people dream of a big wedding celebration that would fit for a king, with hundreds of guests and a sumptuous party that lasts for days. Others prefer the idea of an intimate wedding, where the only guests are the closest friends and family members and emotional details are what matters the most.
If you fit into this second group of people, read the story of Lucinda and Paul’s intimate wedding in Florence – and start dreaming of your very own special day…
Lucinda and Paul’s intimate wedding at Villa La Vedetta, Florence
Lucinda and Paul, a beautiful couple from Melbourne, Australia, had very clear ideas about their wedding celebration.
They wanted it to be cozy and warm: they were looking forward to spending it together as a couple and with the most important people of their lives – that’s why they decided to have an intimate wedding with only 12 guests.
The location was another relevant factor for the couple: they chose Villa La Vedetta, an elegant building of the Renaissance with a unique terrace that offers a 180° breathtaking view over Florence. That’s where the dinner took place: can you imagine how it feels like to taste delicious Italian food and wines in front of such an evocative view?
Lucinda and Paul picked Florence as a destination for their intimate wedding because they love the city and its historic, artsy and romantic atmosphere. They appreciate it so much that they wanted it to be pictured in their wedding photos: the main characters of the shooting, of course, were the newlyweds and their love for each other – but the city and its architecture were included as timeless and charming co-stars.
Emotions and location make a perfect intimate wedding
If you are starting to plan your own intimate wedding, just know that you don’t need that much to make it really unique…
Emotions are surely the main ingredient: the deep bond between you and your future spouse, the affection for your family and friends, the joy of celebrating such an important event together.
The location is also a crucial element: first of all you should choose a fascinating destination, like Florence, then a venue that is able to enhance the solemnity of the moment. If it also offers an astonishing view and is close to incredible places like San Miniato al Monte or Ponte Vecchio – just as Villa La Vedetta… then, you will have the intimate wedding you’ve been dreaming of, and a lot of amazing photographs to save the memory of it forever!
Bride and groom are just married! Lovely reportage moment at Villa La Vedetta in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride Lucinda wedding portrait just before too walks down the aisle. Intimate Florence wedding at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely outdoor intimate wedding ceremony decor at Villa La Vedetta in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely moment during bride walk down the aisle at Villa La Vedetta for this lovely and elegant intimate destination wedding in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely moment during bride walk down the aisle at Villa La Vedetta for this lovely and elegant intimate destination wedding in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Weddings are made also by lovely moments. Bride Lucinda during her lovely and intimate wedding ceremony at Villa La Vedetta, Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom exchange their rings in a lovely and elegant intimate wedding ceremony in the garden of Villa La Vedetta in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom’s first kiss at Villa La Vedetta, Florence. Intimate destination wedding in Italy. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom’s petal throwing after their intimate wedding ceremony in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom’s petal throwing after their intimate wedding ceremony in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely bridal portrait in the garden of Villa La Vedetta, Florence located near Piazzale Michelangelo. Destination and intimate elegant wedding in Italy. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Unforgettable Florence wedding portrait with Brunelleschi Dome in the background. Intimate, elegant destination wedding in Italy at Villa La Vedetta near Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom Florence walk tour for portraits. Elegant and classic wedding photos taken by the Italian classic, modern and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom Florence walk tour for portraits. Elegant and classic wedding photos taken by the Italian classic, modern and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely bride and groom wedding portrait on the stairs of San Miniato al Monte near Piazzale Michelangelo. Intimate destination wedding in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely candid photo with bride and groom in Florence. Intimate ad elegant destination wedding in Florence, Italy. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely candid photo with bride and groom in Florence. Intimate ad elegant destination wedding in Florence, Italy. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Romance wedding portrait with bride and groom smiling each other. Lovely moment during Florence walk tour by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom wedding photo at San Miniato al Monte near Piazzale Michelangelo a perfect spot to take lovely photos with Florence in the background. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom wedding photo at San Miniato al Monte near Piazzale Michelangelo a perfect spot to take lovely photos with Florence in the background. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom wedding photo at San Miniato al Monte near Piazzale Michelangelo a perfect spot to take lovely photos with Florence in the background. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Classic and elegant wedding picture in Florence. Destination wedding in Florence, Italy at Villa La Vedetta with portrait at San Miniato al Monte. Photo by the Italian classic and modern wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Classic and elegant wedding picture in Florence. Destination wedding in Florence, Italy at Villa La Vedetta with portrait at San Miniato al Monte. Photo by the Italian classic and modern wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Gorgeous and elegant bride Lucinda and groom Paul photo near Old Bridge in the Uffizi area of Florence. Destination wedding in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Gorgeous and elegant bride Lucinda and groom Paul photo near Old Bridge in the Uffizi area of Florence. Destination wedding in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom walk tour into the fashion street of Florence via de Tornabuoni. Elegant candid picture by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Bride and groom walk tour into the fashion street of Florence via de Tornabuoni. Elegant candid picture by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Panoramic wedding portrait at the top terrace of Villa La Vedetta near Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence. Intimate destination wedding in Tuscany. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Panoramic wedding portrait at the top terrace of Villa La Vedetta near Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence. Intimate destination wedding in Tuscany. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Lovely dinner table decor at Villa La Vedetta terrace with Florence in the background. Intimate destination wedding in Florence. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Cake Cut with Florence Dome in the background. Australian intimate destination wedding in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
Cake Cut with Florence Dome in the background. Australian intimate destination wedding in Florence at Villa La Vedetta. Photo by the Italian classic and elegant wedding photographer in Tuscany based Florence Gabriele Fani
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