Painterly Pastels: Fashion Forward Wedding Inspiration at Lake Como

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

We’re a bit partial to Lake Como, having visited last year (we also spoke at the By the Lake Workshop — check it out here!). As the lake is just north of Milan, it’s known for bringing in a lot of fashion forward ideas + trends. It came as no surprise to us when George Clooney bought a home here! Oh, and fun fact – Jason (the man behind GWS) even had a Clooney sighting last fall when we were in Lake Como!!!

As with many places in Italy, Lake Como is proud of its centuries-old architecture and classic Italian design; however, it also welcomes in the new, fresh and modern, too! Because of that, Camilla Anchisi Photography wanted to celebrate the old and the new. She teamed up with Elena of Benevent Planner to bring us this combination of Old World and fresh modernism. Focusing on timeless beauty, as well as minimalist design, while still infusing tons of texture and natural elements, we were simply blown away by this editorial.

Let’s venture to Italy, shall we?

Lake Como Wedding InspirationThe Details

pressed flower invitation

How refined and elegant is this invitation suite, featuring pops of gold + copper? It’s the genius work of Camilla Anchisi Design!

sheer heels

Does it come as any surprise that we at Green Wedding Shoes have a thing for… well, shoes?! Especially when they’re embellished with dainty florals like these Bella Belle Shoes!

The Outfits

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Tara Lauren Wedding Dress

With Lake Como sitting just north of Milan, there’s a huge influence from all the fashion forward designs. Example A) This nude + white floral wedding dress by Tara Lauren!

light suit groom

flower window install

The Bridesmaids

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

To complement the bride’s floral dress, the bridesmaids wore ethereal Jenny Yoo tulle dresses in shades of blush and light lavender.

blush bridesmaid dress

greenery wreath

Love these floral hoops for the bridesmaids as much as us? We created this DIY tutorial so you can create something similar!

The Florals

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Tara Lauren Wedding Dress

Figli Dei Fiori crafted bouquets with blooms for DAYS. We adore how wild, yet refined, this look is with all the textures + light pink ranunculus.

ranunculus bouquet

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

light suit groom

A light gray suit has never looked SO GOOD! Major props to Linneo Archivable Clothing.

The Ceremony Space

flower mantle install

Local dried flowers, lunaria, gypsophila, cotton flowers, twigs and greenery were used for the floral arrangements, creating romantic vignettes 

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

All white walls, an asymmetrical textured arch, and stunning details — like the bride’s lilac turban from Bridal Turban!

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

pale bridesmaid dresses

How gorgeous are those pastel hues?!

black tux groomsmen

The Location: Lake Como, Italy

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como is definitely a dream destination and would double as an incredible honeymoon location, post-ceremony. (We’re already wanting to go back!)

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Isn’t this pairing so elegant and modern? Villa Bianca Stucchi recently opened its doors, and welcomes couples to wed on the shores of Lake Como. Can you imagine being surrounded by all that gorgeous 19th-century architecture, lush gardens, and have views of the lake?  

The Modern Reception

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Figli dei Fiori created a stunning scene with a hanging floral installation above the reception table in the main hall, overlooking the lake.

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

name setting

Mimicking the Old World design and 19th-century architecture elements of the villa, the team chose these elegant plates with etched detailing. 

name setting

skinny taper candles

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

The table design was kept simple and clean using lot of candles and a cascading silk runner with sewn on flowers, to add movement. The team combined neutral hues and DIY elements  —hand-dyed napkins + hand-painted glasses — to add a personal touch.

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Lake Como Wedding Inspiration

Oh, how we’d LOVE to be back in Lake Como. One last thing that we adore about this editorial? The color palette is fairly neutral, so it could work throughout the seasons!

photography: Camilla Anchisi Photography // venue name: Villa Bianca Stucchi, Cernobbio - Como, Italy // planning: Benevent Planner // florals: Figli Dei Fiori // wedding dress: Tara Lauren 'Jolene' // hairpiece: Bridal Turban // bride's shoes: Bella Belle Shoes // bridesmaid dresses: Jenny Yoo // hair stylist: Arte in Luce // makeup artist: Arte in Luc // groom attire: Linneo Archivable Clothing // paper goods: Camilla Anchisi Design // calligraphy: Camilla Anchisi Design // handmade details: Benevent Planner // catering: Sunlake Catering // furniture rentals: Sunlake Catering

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