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Italian Villa Inspired Wedding in Florida – Autumn and Michael

January 17, 2014 | Junebug Weddings

Autumn and Michael captured the glamour of a destination wedding in Tuscany with no passports required! They discovered their own Italy in Florida at Bella Collina where the gorgeous villa set the scene for a wedding celebration that was warm and romantic. Guests dined al fresco under hanging lights and danced the night away, captured by the beautiful photos of Kristen Weaver Photography.

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Couple: Autumn and Michael

The Wedding: 3.29.13 – Bella Collina, Montverde, Florida

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Goals: Our main goal was bringing both of our families together to celebrate our love.

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Moments: Being an introvert, I really enjoyed the short time alone with my husband between the ceremony and reception. My Maid of Honor’s speech brought tears to my eyes and will be something I remember forever.

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Design: We really loved the Tuscan, romantic vibe of Bella Collina and it fit perfectly with our idea of destination wedding, without the destination.

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Advice: Choose your vendors wisely! Talk with their previous clients to see if they are a true fit for you as couple. Our biggest wedding planning success was definitely our venue. Although they weren’t always easy to work with, it was the perfect place us to get married and start our lives together.

romantic Italian villa inspired wedding in Florida, photo by Kristen Weaver Photography | via junebugweddings.com

The Wedding Team:

Photographer: Kristen Weaver Photography
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Bella Collina
Videographer/Film Maker: Paul Duhon of PD Videography
Officiant: Rev. Glynn Ferguson
Invitation Designer: Autumn Emily Designs
Catering: Bella Collina
Cake: It’s Tasty Too
Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier
Bridal Accessories: Saks Fifth Avenue
Bridesmaids’ Apparel & Accessories: Dresses – Made by Bride’s Mom, Necklaces – Saks Fifth Avenue
Groom’s Apparel & Accessories: Vera Wang
Groomsmen’s Apparel & Accessories: Vera Wang
Hair & Makeup: LeJeune Hair & Makeup Artistry
DJ: Gary White Entertainment
Favors: Peanut butter balls (handmade by Bride’s Mom)
Rings: Neil Lane

 

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5 Comments

  1. Gorgeous gorgeous wedding! Who would have know this wasn’t in Italy? Beautiful bride too…..

  2. I feeling romantic when i look you post, Thank you for sharing.

  3. Love the metallic cake!

  4. Wow! So excited to see this on! It was a beautiful day! Thank you so much for a gorgeous feature.

  5. Matching couple wedding photos and they love each other very much and those natural photography are wonderful .

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