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Afonso and Ron picked their cozy boutique hotel as the spot for their wedding. It’s where their love story began, so saying “I do” there felt just right. Their intimate <\/span>Casa Risa<\/span><\/a> wedding was cozy, with only 30 of their <\/span>nearest and dearest<\/span><\/a>. The place had a chill, natural vibe that mixed perfectly with the lush garden surroundings. It felt like a tropical paradise right in their backyard, and amazingly, they <\/span>planned<\/span><\/a> everything in just <\/span>one<\/span><\/i> month.<\/span><\/p>\n With their trusted team of <\/span>vendors<\/span><\/a>, the pair transformed the poolside area into a cozy <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a> venue. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, they shared sweet <\/span>vows<\/span><\/a> that melted guests’ hearts. Then, it was time to party! The garden <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a> was filled with laughter, <\/span>dancing<\/span><\/a>, and joy that lasted all night long.<\/span><\/p>\n With guests arriving from all over the world to share in their joy, the couple added their own special touch to their intimate celebration. Junebug vendor <\/span>Pedro Filipe Fotografia<\/span><\/a> captured their love and happiness perfectly. If you want fresh ideas for your own big day, check out their magical celebration!<\/span><\/p>\n Afonso and Ron<\/span><\/p>\n Casa Risa<\/span><\/a>, Portugal<\/p>\n We wanted to honor the mood of our venue<\/span><\/a> by having a <\/span>ceremony<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>reception<\/span><\/a> that matched it. When we invited only our closest family and friends, we wanted them to feel relaxed and at home. Our <\/span>planner<\/span><\/a> suggested a relaxed and natural style that perfectly fit <\/span>Casa Risa<\/span><\/a> and us. It was like a tropical vibe that seamlessly blended with the garden. Since Casa Risa brought us together, it felt only right to get married there.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n The wedding took place on October 28, and the weather was uncertain. We knew it might rain but decided to take the risk anyway. After enjoying a wonderful sunny day, the rain<\/span><\/a> unexpectedly arrived during the garden party. However, nobody let it spoil the fun, and those five minutes under the light rain actually helped to cool down the temperature. It added a memorable and refreshing touch to the celebration.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n The best advice<\/span><\/a> we can give is to find a wedding planner as soon as possible. Our <\/span>planner<\/span><\/a> helped us plan our entire wedding in just a month, and they guided us through everything, from <\/span>budgeting<\/span><\/a> to vendor research.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n Since most of our guests are from abroad, coming from the US, Brazil, and France, we decided to limit the guest list<\/span><\/a> to our closest friends and immediate family. We wanted everyone to feel truly welcome and at home, not just as observers but as part of our love and celebration.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n We gave our guests personalized Portuguese tiles<\/span><\/a> with their names on them, which doubled as name tags. It was a special touch that added a unique and meaningful element to our wedding celebration.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n We wanted to feel true to ourselves and be comfortable on our big day. Afonso rocked a stylish blue suit<\/span><\/a>, a crisp white shirt, a bolo tie, and a pair of sharp shoes. As for me, I opted for a more relaxed look, sporting jeans, a smart blazer, a bolo tie, some classic Cowboy boots, and topping it off with a leather hat (a true Missouri touch).<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n The ceremony was the most unforgettable part of our day. Our officiant<\/span><\/a>, Mafalda, worked closely with us to craft a ceremony that truly reflected who we are. We focused on our vows, the special moments of the day, and the heartfelt words shared by our witnesses. It was a deeply meaningful and personal experience that we’ll cherish forever.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Photography – Pedro Filipe Fotografia<\/span><\/a> <\/p>\n Congratulations to Afonso and Ron on their colorful and tropical <\/span>Casa Risa<\/span><\/a> intimate wedding. Many thanks to Junebug vendor <\/span>Pedro Filipe Fotografia<\/span><\/a> for capturing every moment of their special day. To see more of his talent, be sure to check out his <\/span>profile<\/span><\/a> in our <\/span>directory of the world’s best wedding photographers<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\nThe Couple:<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nEmbracing a Relaxed Atmosphere at Their Casa Risa Intimate Wedding<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nWedding Wisdom: Start with a Planner<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nCreating a Personalized Ceremony by Honoring Their Love Story<\/span><\/h2>\n
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\nEvent Planning – Mio Oliveiraa Wedding Planner<\/a>
\nCeremony + Reception Venue – Casa Risa<\/span><\/a>
\nFloral Design – Ely Flowers Weddings<\/a>
\nCatering – Algarve Fine Food <\/a>
\nCake – Adoçar Atelier<\/a>
\nDJ – DJ Dhanny <\/a>
\nLive Music – BIXENTE SIMONET<\/a>
\nVideography – Rendez Vous <\/a>
\nMakeup Artist + Hair Styling – Mariana Felizberto<\/a>
\nRentals – BC Planning<\/a>
\nFavors – Tile Passion<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n