LUXURY WEDDING AT BELMOND VILLA SAN MICHELE FLORENCE

Perched high in the Fiesole hills, Belmond Villa San Michele is more than a venue; it is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture that brings the dream of a luxury destination wedding in Italy to life. Originally a 15th-century monastery with a façade attributed to Michelangelo, this iconic Florence wedding venue offers a setting of quiet grandeur, surrounded by terraced gardens, ancient cypress trees, and breathtaking views over the Arno Valley. For couples seeking a celebration defined by history, art, and timeless romance, there is no finer location in Tuscany.

This specific four-day celebration was a masterclass in editorial elegance. The festivities began with an intimate welcome dinner that set a sophisticated tone for the weekend. The main ceremony unfolded in the villa’s legendary Italian gardens, a location that demands a photographer with an eye for both grand landscapes and fleeting, intimate emotions. As the bride walked down an aisle framed by the lush, manicured greenery and the soft Tuscan light, the atmosphere was one of pure, unscripted magic. The floral design by Flowers Living enhanced the natural beauty of the space without overpowering it, creating a visual harmony that we were honored to document.

Following the ceremony, guests moved to the historic courtyard for an aperitivo hour that captured the essence of la dolce vita. We focused our lenses on the candid interactions: laughter over glasses of Chianti, the embrace of old friends, and the spontaneous joy that makes a wedding truly memorable. The alfresco dinner took place under a canopy of twinkling lights, where long imperial tables were styled to perfection. The culinary experience, curated by the Belmond culinary team, was a journey through Tuscan flavors that delighted every guest.

As night fell, the celebration transitioned into a high-energy party, expertly produced by the Colin Cowie Lifestyle team. Their flawless execution ensured that every transition was seamless, allowing us to focus entirely on capturing the mood and energy of the evening. Working in tandem with Jose Villa to document the intricate decor and the raw emotion of the day was a career highlight, reinforcing our passion for high-end, editorial wedding photography.

If you are planning a wedding at Belmond Villa San Michele, you deserve a photography team that understands the nuance of this historic venue. We specialize in creating heirloom images that are as timeless as the setting itself, capturing not just how your day looked, but exactly how it felt.

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