Aleia and Zachary, a Californian couple from LA decided to celebrate their love in Italy. They chose for their elopement a country villa set among vineyards and olive trees in the hills of Verona.

I first got in touch with them by e-mail and then we had a lovely chat (via Skype) about the floral concept for their elopement. Aleia went for a very delicate mood in the tones of light pink, white and grey.

The floral design was created around  breathtaking pale pink peonies. I added to these showstoppers eustomas, white roses, white scabious, lightly perfumed jasmine, and some local greenery. For the silver shade I went for eucalyptos.

The very intimate ceremony was held in the romantic garden facing the vineyards. I made some small floral arrangements for the vintage wrought iron chairs and the green wooden benches.

After the ceremony they enjoyed a summer dinner set under the villa porch with an amazing view of the countryside. They opted for an imperial table and Aleia picked out some subdued pink velvet linen, green and gold glasses and gold plated cutlery. In the very centre of the table I created a natural luxurious floral arrangement, perfect for the whole setting.

I would like to thank  the wonderful hosts Ela and her husband and Daniela who took incredible photos . She captured marvelously the vibe of this very emotional and unique day.

Location: Villa Sogara

Photographer: The Fashion Wedding