Just like Bronwen and Josh, Rebecca and Marcus are coming from Australia too.
They always had a deep love for Italy and they choose it for their wedding!
First they opted for Rome but then Rebecca found out intimate atmosphere of Lake Orta and that was their final choice!

Rebecca and Marcus a love elope for an intimate wedding on Lake Orta!
It was romantic but also fun and you can really feel it from great pictures taken by Maren Ollmann and Piero Ottaviano who perfectly took the spirit of the event!
The photos you can see here speak from themselves but we invite you to have a look to the amazing PHOTO-GALLERY with the entire service this lovely couple of photographers realized for the event.

From a photographic point of view a wedding for two could be difficult. The only characters are bride and groom and nobody else. There is no reception, emotion of the guests, flower girls, bridesmaids and their wonderful dresses and all the typical atmosphere of a wedding.
In spite of that Maren and Piero are able to do a lively photo service where you can see emotion and lot of joy. This is not common at all!

Maren Ollman is not new to these kind of services for this reason we recall Mariana and Matteo’s wedding Get married… and have a good time on Lake Orta. Maren Ollman was awarded with the prize Shot of the Year 2009 organized by Italian Lakes Wedding for one of those pictures.

That picture winner of Italian Lakes Wedding Shot of the Year 2009 was the key point for Rebecca and Marcus photographer choice.
After seeing such a great service they really wanted Maren Ollman for their wedding!

Rebecca and Marcus had a lot of romanticism and intimacy but took the occasion to taste wonderful cuisine!
Antonino Canavacciuolo is a 2 Michelin stars chef based in Villa Crespi just on Lake Orta and it was a very good reason to come over here from Australia!

Antonino Canavacciuolo comes from Naples and he is considered one of best Italian chefs.
His cuisine is a prefect mix between South traditional food and Piemonte region cuisine adding also a touch of contemporaneity.
This is the reason of the 2 Michelin stars award.

After a lovely civil ceremony in Villa Bossi and a lot of great shots in the ancient village of Orta, Marcus and Rebecca had an amazing candle lit dinner in one of the enchanting rooms of Moorish style hotel and restaurant Villa Crespi.
For this special occasion bride and groom tasted the famous menu Fuori Pista by Antonino Canavacciuolo. It is a 10 courses dinner created at the moment by the chef. All it is based on the inspiration he has at the moment.

A wonderful event for Marcus and Rebecca for a romantic, intimate and fun wedding on Lake Orta.
The event was arranged by Valentina Lombardi our planner on Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore and bridal bouquet was realized by Monika Andenmatten one of La Piccola Selva floral designer.

All images © Maren Ollmann – Piero Ottaviano photographers, Turin – wwwphotographi.it.
All right reserved.

Italian Lakes Wedding Team is made up of several professional wedding planners and floral designers with a long experience on Italian Lakes locations.
The Team knows the territory in every single detail and will be able to follow you on every important choice you will take.
Our coordinators are based locally in the areas we serve so whether you decide for a wedding in Rome or Bracciano, a wedding in Como or Stresa, or a Wedding on lake Garda or Lake Orta, we will grant the same level of service.
Our Team will be able to provide you every kind of supplier, florist, photographers, musicians, designers celebrants, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, and anything you may think of.
Italian Lakes Wedding Team will literally pamper you!

For any information about wedding on Lake Orta please CONTACT US.

It was special also for wedding images: Helen and Daehun chose Luca Rajna – Ajn Luca Rajna Progetti Fotografici – as their photographer. We met him in occasion of Loretta and Scott’s wedding on Lake Maggiore last year. Luca Rajna is a creative and innovative photographer.

For this occasion all images has been edited with a special technique called Polaroid Transfer.
Polaroid is the legendary camera of the 70s which was able to develop pictures immediately.
Polaroid transfer technique is simply pressing a just-shot photo with a Polaroid on watercolor paper. The result is really artistic an vintage with some irregolar shaped edges. Luca Rajna created the same effect for great shots of Helen and Daheun’s wedding. Have a look to PHOTO GALLERY with 70 polaroid transfers photo in it.

Helen was born in Illinois she is optimist and loves nature. She is vegetarian and loves colors and scent of flowers. After her degree to Columbia University in Manhattan she moved to South Corea where met Daehun her groom.
Helen loves South Corea and people there. After the wedding she came back over there where she teach English to elementary school to Siheung City.

Helen wanted to get married and have a lovely honeymoon across Europe. She never been over here.
It was not easy choose the right destination… then browsing on the internet Helen found out Italian Lakes Wedding and decided immediately for Madonna del Sasso church.

This lovely church was built on a rock right above Lake Orta. Madonna del Sasso church is one of the most wanted churches on the lakes and one of the most scenographic in Italy.
The inside of the church is grand, rich of works of art of 1500 and 1600.

Helen and Daehun’s wedding was intimate and simple.
Together with the couple there were only Helen’s parents, two bridesmaids (Maria Isabel and Stephanie) and Katie bride’s best friend.

There was another guest: Nellie the cute doggy girl who is the guide of Helen’s mother Wilma who is sightless.
For this reason Helen chose for the church arrangements lavander and freesias so her mother could smell the perfume of the nature!

Deep love for nature also for the bridal dress choice. it was really eco friendly.

Helen describes it like this:

My dress is made by Lindee Daniel, who is in California. It is made from two types of organic peace silk. This means, the silk worms are allowed to naturally complete their life cycle rather than being boiled alive so as to preserve the cocoons. The silk is woven by a women’s cooperative in India. Her label used to be called Puridee, but now she is changing it to her name, Lindee Daniel. The design I got is called the “Rebecca,” named after Rebecca from the Bible. It is her most popular design. She made it to measure for me and mailed it to me in Korea. 

I wanted an organic dress, so it made shopping for one easier. I didn’t have to look at millions and millions. I fell in love with this dress as soon as I found it, which was only the second day I started searching online for dresses.

Cuff Helen wore was really original. It was created by Estonian artist Krista Silvia Raak.
Wearable art for the romantic soul – this is how Krista Silvia Raak describes her works.

I am inspired from different vintage materials and of course – colors! I love all colors and feel excited about to create different color harmonies. I get lots of ideas from historical costumes- ball gowns and accessories of past centuries-Baroque, Victorian Era and Art Nouveau rich decorated dresses and elaborate embroideries. Sometimes I watch movies over and over to see beautiful vintage dresses exposed there : I love embroidered flowers- roses, orchids and all kind of fantasy flora. Old mansion interiors, antique costume jewelry and vintage millinery techniques are an endless source of inspiration.

Helen adds:

The cuff is by Krista Raak in Estonia. Her cuffs are unique designs, hand embroidered and beaded from vintage materials. She also made the earrings worn by my friend Katie in the flowered dress. The hair comb is from Million Design Company in the UK.

Ceremony in Madonna del Sasso church was really cosy accompanied by touching Psalm 104 of the Holy Bible read by Maria Isabel.
There was a light Smentana’s Moldau music as background played by a string duo. Smentana’s Moldau was written by Bohemian composer Bedrich Smetana, ad brought to fame by Italian tenor Giuseppe Cenci with Fuggi fuggi da questo cielo as title.

The violins also played the Bach Double [violin concerto], first movement. It brought back a lot of memories for me and my mom of Suzuki Institutes at Steven’s Point, WI.

At the end of the ceremony Helen and Daehun went out of the church with Mendlesshon Wedding March as background. Their guest threw petals and lavender. Mother of the bride Wilma was more then happy!

Nellie the little dog wanted to join the party too. Isn’t it cute this picture her paw together with bride and bridesmaids?

Madonna del Sasso church yard is a special place to have wonderful pictures and Helen and Daehun did not want to miss the occasion!

Bridal bouquet was really lovely. It reflected the spirit of Helen and Daehun’s wedding.
It was created by Paola one of the floral designer of La Piccola Selva with Red Passion roses and amazing Dominique callas in a bordeaux-purple shade.

Helen and Daehun reception has been arranged on St. Julius Island and cruising from Orta to the Island Daehun was the captain of the ferry too!

We told you about many times about St. Julius Island, it is a magic and ideal for more wedding pictures.
St Julius restaurant hosted bride and groom with their guests with a vegetarian and perfect eco-friendly menu.

When lights went down the group got back to Orta village.
On Summer nights Orta is really lively and appealing. Helen and Daehun took another chance to remember forever their special eco-friendly wedding on Lake Orta.

Italian Lakes Wedding Team follow the event with Valentina Lombardi and Stefania Zen as coordinators. Stefania Zen is our planner on Lake Bracciano and Rome but she often follows some weddings over Northen Lakes. So for once she forgot about Sistine Chapel and Odescalchi Castle to get into romantic atmospheres of Lake Orta… but always with a great success!
Great Teamwork and great job Stefania!

Italian Lakes Wedding Team is made up of several professional wedding planners and floral designers with a long experience on Italian Lakes locations.
The Team knows the territory in every single detail and will be able to follow you on every important choice you will take.
Our coordinators are based locally in the areas we serve so whether you decide for a wedding in Rome or Bracciano, a wedding in Como or Stresa, or a Wedding on lake Garda or Lake Orta, we will grant the same level of service.
Our Team will be able to provide you every kind of supplier, florist, photographers, musicians, designers celebrants, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, and anything you may think of.
Italian Lakes Wedding Team will literally pamper you!

For any information about wedding on Lake Orta please CONTACT US.

On 31 May 2010 Judith and Stephen decided to simplify it all and satisfy both their needs: an intimate wedding ceremony with just close family and celebrate it all afterwards with all the other family, friends and colleagues. They simply “split” the event in 2: a little romantic wedding in Italy, and then once back home, have a great party with all.

For their Italian wedding, they chose sunny, tiny little town of Torri del Benaco. In Torri del Benaco you can keep it original genuine despite of the fact that it is very touristy. Coming here, you will find original local cuisine of the many restaurants of the historic centre around the Castle, dominating the town.

Judith and Stephen’s ceremony was held in the Lemon Garden of the Castle under the refreshing shade of some lemon trees. Stephen had some “long minutes” to wait for Judith’s arrival, as she absolutely wanted to stop in the church on the way to the castle to tell a prayer, and ask the blessing of God to her wedding.

And here we are, Judith arrives totally moved already with tears in her eyes… Actually she didn’t stop crying and smiling during the whole ceremony. Then Stephen relaxed, after that he could kiss his bride following the important YES.

Some photo shooting in the Castle and to complete the romantic atmosphere Judith and Stephen had a lovely walk along the lake to take some intimate minutes only for just for the two of them They totally enjoyed this new feeling, still incredible and difficult to believe… It’s done, they are married!

Beautiful view, nice sunshine and joy and congratulations of local people accompanied their walk, before arriving to the hotel and have a wonderful candle lit dinner.

They spent few more days in Torri del Benaco to enjoy the intimacy and private atmosphere, before going back home to celebrate their marriage with the “big crowd”.
Congratulations again to Judith and Stephen from Virag and the whole Italian lakes Wedding Team!

Italian Lakes Wedding Team is made up of several professional wedding planners and floral designers with a long experience on Italian Lakes locations.
The Team knows the territory in every single detail and will be able to follow you on every important choice you will take.
Our coordinators are based locally in the areas we serve so whether you decide for a wedding in Rome or Bracciano, a wedding in Como or Stresa, or a Wedding on lake Garda or Lake Orta, we will grant the same level of service.
Our Team will be able to provide you every kind of supplier, florist, photographers, musicians, designers celebrants, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, and anything you may think of.
Italian Lakes Wedding Team will literally pamper you!

For any information about wedding on Lake Garda please CONTACT US.

All Images © Mauro Pozzer.
Mauro Pozzer was born in Vicenza and he’s a Lake Garda lover.
He’s a wedding photographer with a long experience in ceremonial photography.
His unique style captures the events and its unique details emphasizing with his shots emotions and expressions of each special event.
For a gallery of wedding reportages please visit his website www.mauropozzer.com.

Orta is a pretty little village. It is completely pedestrian, medieval, facing quiet lake and it is tiny St. Julius Island.

Best option is a romanic civil ceremony to Villa Bossi. We suggest to opt for a wedd day when narrow roads of Orta village are less crowded and more intimate.
You will discover real Italy here. You can choose to get ready in one of the lovely hotels in Orta overlooking the lake.

Bride could arrive alone with a rowing boat while groom is waiting for her to Villa Bossi. Just like Suzanne and Russell did.

They stayed to Villa Crespi to get ready. Then they had a romantic ceremony to Villa Bossi and after a romantic boat tour on the lake, they landed to the restaurant on St. Julius Island for a cosy dinner for the two of them.

The same choice was taken by Bronwen and Josh – we mentioned about this lovely couple is a recent post Monika wrote.

They came from Australia to get married here. They did not tell anybody about that. This is what a real elope!
It was the most romantic wedding of all and it was also the starting point of a one month long honeymoon across Italian country: Portofino, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast. What a great idea!

Marcus and Rebecca did the same but added more. They took the occasion to have a special dinner to Villa Crespi which has a 2 Michelin restaurant inside.
A romantic ceremony to Villa Bossi first and then a romanic and gourmand dinner to celebrate this event.

There are many special little corners to celebrate a wedding for two on Lake Orta. The location will make it even more special thanks to its intimacy cosines and quaint style.
Do not worry we will be able to provide you celebrant, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, a great photographer to make it eternal, a pretty bouquet for the bride and anything you may think of.
We will literally pamper you!

We are sure you will remember it forever and you will have great shots to show everybody when you will come back.
They will be all willing to do the same!

Valentina Lombardi is the Italian Lakes Wedding coordinator for Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore area.

She follows Italian and foreign bridegrooms who wish to celebrate their wedding in Piemonte and Italian Lakes area.
Valentina is Italian; she has worked in event organization business for years before becoming a wedding planner.

For any information about wedding on Lake Orta please CONTACT US.

All Images © Italian Lakes Wedding and:
photo 1, 8, 9 and 10: Ollmann-Ottaviano photographers, Torino
photo 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7: Estella & Diego photographers PHOTO27.COM – Milan

It is not the first time that a couple chose Lake Orta for an intimate and romantic wedding for two. Valentina will post soon a brand new article on this and the wedding for two she planned on Lake Orta.

Josh and Bronwen are a young couple coming from Australia.
They come from very green Tasmania, South Australia and Melbourne. Tasmania is also famous to be Tasmanian Davil’s home country, a little funny animal of Warner Bros Looney Tunes cartoons.
Melbourne and Victoria State from Great Ocean Road to Yarra Valley one of the greats vines areas of Australia.

Last spring Josh and Bronwen decided for a long vacation in Europe a destination of this journey was a special one: wedding destination!
Josh and Bronwen looked for an intimate and special place so this was the reason for Lake Orta. On the day of the wedding a light shower and a little bit of haze on the lake created an even more magic and enchanting atmosphere on the lake.

The bouquet I created for Bronwen was also dreamy and romantic: a pink peonies bouquet just like she dreamt!

Peonies are elegant and precious flowers and most of all they are Bronwen’s favorites!
Peonies have light pastel colors like white and pink and they are just light and rich. They are often used in many cultures for ceremonies even if it was forgotten for a while during the 70s and 80s to come back on fashion in these last few years. Now peonies are among most wanted flowers for weddings, just like roses.
Peonies are spring flowers, it can be available all year but perfume wont’ be the same and most of all they won’t last that much.
There is nothing like a peony in spring!

The event was planned by Valentina Lombardi and followed by Photo27.com.
We would like to thank them for their wonderful photos of Josh and Bronwen on their lovely day on Lake Orta we could publish on this post.

Monika Andenmatten is La Piccola Selva’s floral designer.
Based in lake Orta, has worked with brides for over 20 years to create floral arrangements for weddings in the Italian Lakes district.
His wedding arrangements are creative, elegant and sophisticated. Monika will be able to help you choose how best to incorporate floral design into your wedding celebrations. From the initial consultation to the wedding day, she will make your wedding flowers truly an expression of your dreams.
For any information about wedding on Lake Orta please contact us.

Nicola got in her eyes charm and elegance on this pretty romantic lake on Northen Italy and made it hers. She is for sure one of the most elegant bride I had I simply loved her style.
She loved little details as I do too.

First of all have a look to her look.
The hairdo was arranged by Cristina one of the best hairdresser in Orta who spent more than 2 hours with Nicola creating the perfect style on her.

Nicola’s make up was elegant and simple too.
The perfect make up a bride should wear: you can appreciate it but it is not too strong just delicate and fresh.

Nicola’s wedding dress was amazing. Her figure perfectly fit it. A V shaped neckline and a fabric made all of laces. It matched perfectly Mediterranean style. As silk ribbon was on her waist pinned with a sparkling broach to bright up the figure.

Nicola and Bryan decided for a religious ceremony to Sacro Monte church on the top of Orta hill with a stunning view on the lake overlooking St. Julius Island.

Nicola chose an elegant theme for her important day. It was all based on ivory and gold.
You can appreciate it in the lovely bouquet Monika Andenmatten from La Piccola Selva created for her. But we will come back soon talking about such an original choice for a wedding: Gold Theme with new post and pictures.

In the meanwhile here you can enjoy wonderful pictures Enrico Mocci from ArteFotoArona took on the day. It will be for you like being present to this elegant and special event!
Have a look to Enrico Mocci’s Nicola and Bryan PHOTO GALLERY we are sure you will love that!

After the ceremony and some pictures the intimate group had a very first Prosecco toast in the wide park of the church with the lovely music of harp and violin in the background. Isn’t it romantic?

A wonderful sunny day accompanied their romantic event! Nicola and Bryan had a short walk in the roads of Orta village for some other pictures and then reached their guests to San Rocco Hotel.

Aperitif was served in the gardens of Villa Gippini the more intimate are of the venue to keep the event cosy and give the opportunity to guests and newlyweds to mingle a little. A lovely dinner was served in Rotary Room of San Rocco Hotel restaurant afterwards.

Nicola and Bryan, an intimate and simple event that was also elegant and fine.
Congratulations to newly weds!

Valentina Lombardi is the Italian Lakes Wedding coordinator for Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore area. She follows Italian and foreign bridegrooms who wish to celebrate their wedding in Piemonte and Italian Lakes area.
Valentina is Italian; she has worked in event organization business for years before becoming a wedding planner.

For more information about weddings on Lake Orta please CONTACT US.

Have a look to this lovely couple. Russell and Suzanne came here from United Kingdom for their intimate wedding on the lake.

We will come back to you with more detail soon.

Following Valentina’s desires I’ve created a romantic bouquet in pastel shades. It had a round shape and it was made up with turquoise hydangeas and white scented freesias.

Dasvidania Valentina and Sergei!!!

March is such a perfect day for a romantic wedding in Orta San Giulio. Village is not crowded by tourists yet and enchanted intimacy make it a different world.
Do not forget that March could also have wonderful sunny days!

At first sight it could seem curious but Giuseppe and Daniela live close to Como. But they actually chose Lake Orta.
We would like to let them speak about that:

We chose Lake Orta even if we live close to Como. This because it quiet, romantic and more intimate. Walking in the narrow roads of Orta Village seems to live again ancient times experiencing unique atmospheres. They are just perfect for a wedding. We were more than happy of our choice.

From Como to Orta for a romantic wedding: a simple choice.

The civil ceremony has been held to Villa Bossi and its Orta town hall 1700 building. Such an intimate ceremony with close family and friends. They celebrated in in the garden on open air but in this occasion the garden seemed so quiet and romantic like it and Orta village was all for Daniela and Giuseppe!

Villa Bossi with its entrance from the lake it is simply scenographic. Ceremony in the garden is surely different from a room in a town hall. In fact since the civil ceremony is shorter than the religious one we wanted it to be special and unique.
Thanks to Ms Roberta our celebrant to Town Hall this was possible.

As far as Villa Bossi is concerned I’ve created ivory roses and white gerberas arrangements, They were like a bunches and fixed on the columns. I’ve also added some gerberas on the buxus that enrich the villa aisle. It was simple but very elegant matching Daniela and Giuseppe style.

We wanted our guests enjoy a motorboat tour and we took some time to have some pictures in the pretty village of Orta. When guests came back we jumped on the motorboat too and we reached St. Julius Island the location we chose for our wedding reception.

Right into the quietness of St.Julius Island, just on the shores, St. Julius Restaurant bears great scenarios and a warm atmosphere.
St. Julius Restaurant suggests regonal Piemonte dishes.
You can taste them on the terrace or inside the wonderful rooms of 1700 with frescoes just amazing!

We chose St. Julius Island because we decided for the lake as main theme and so we wanted to reach it only by lake! After seeing a lot of venues we thought it was the most intimate and the managers of the restaurant are very kind and friendly.

A wonderful day with a bright sun and an intimate and romantic atmosphere even more than usual!

We would like to send Daniela and Giuseppe our best wishes and a warm thank you for choosing Lake Orta.

All images: © Studio FOTO BIANCHI – via Cavour 7 22069 Rovellasca (Como)

Monika Andenmatten is La Piccola Selva’s floral designer.
Based in lake Orta, has worked with brides for over 20 years to create floral arrangements for weddings in the Italian Lakes district.
His wedding arrangements are creative, elegant and sophisticated. Monika will be able to help you choose how best to incorporate floral design into your wedding celebrations. From the initial consultation to the wedding day, she will make your wedding flowers truly an expression of your dreams.
For any information about wedding on Lake Orta please contact us.

One of the most famous area is Gardone Riviera where tourists come from all over the world to visit Il Vittoriale (ancient complex of houses, museums, gardens and theaters built from Gabriele D’Annunzio, who lived there, together with the architect Maroni) and the fascinating surroundings.
Gardone Riviera is located on the west side of Garda Lake and close to the well-known Salo’ Town. This small lovely village is one of the few where both civil and religious ceremonies can be celebrated.
In fact, the general rule of Lake Garda Churches is that non – resident couples aren’t allowed to get married here.
So this place has a huge privilege. Its Church is romantic and lake view and its Town Hall located in the center is also charming and classy: can hosts up to 70 guests.

In case your desire is having a personalized and symbolic ceremony, I’m happy to tell you that this can be celebrated directly in the wonderful gardens of the fabulous location I’m going to introduce you today: Grand Hotel Fasano.

This luxurious hotel is immersed in a romantic scenery of water and hills.
Originally, this building was one of the hunting lodges of the Austrian imperial family: the “faisanderie”.
The hotel beauty and lake view is astonishing and completed by a 12.000 sq. meters private park all around. A perfect set for an extremely chic wedding.

As I mentioned already, the symbolic ceremony can be arranged in the magnificent park, followed by an impeccable reception in the breathtaking halls where the elegance of the décor and fine eye for detail evoke the opulence of the past eras, allowing the guests to live one day in a different world.
The maximum wedding reception capacity is 100 persons.

It is superfluous saying that both service and food are renowned everywhere for the delight and expertise.

During their stay, the guests can take advantage of the numerous facilities of this exclusive hotel such as the different gourmand restaurants, the swimming pool and the fabulous ‘Aqua spa’.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you fall in love with this venue!

Italian Lakes Wedding Team is made up of several professional wedding planners and floral designers with a long experience on Italian Lakes locations.
The Team knows the territory in every single detail and will be able to follow you on every important choice you will take.
Our coordinators are based locally in the areas we serve so whether you decide for a wedding in Rome or Bracciano, a wedding in Como or Stresa, or a Wedding on lake Garda or Lake Orta, we will grant the same level of service.
Our Team will be able to provide you every kind of supplier, florist, photographers, musicians, designers celebrants, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, and anything you may think of.
Italian Lakes Wedding Team will literally pamper you!

For any information about wedding in Gardone Riviera – Lake Garda, please CONTACT US.