How to Plan an Elopement in Italy

A Country Chic Intimate Vineyard Wedding

We’ve all gotten pretty crafty at simulating experiences at home & ‘staying near’ while being stuck in the States the past year. For many of our beloved brides and grooms, planning a destination wedding in Europe has been out of the question, or just too risky to book…

But now that things are slowly getting back to normal perhaps you and your love are ready to make your wedding dreams a reality with an Elopement in Italy. So today we are bringing you the best tips to plan an Italian affair for two courtesy of Rosa Aqua Weddings. We paired the useful advice with a gorgeous styled shoot elopement also created by Rosa Aqua Weddings and a group of super talented European wedding pros.

But, before we jump into the steps you need to follow to have your Dream Elopement in Italy, let's chat about the inspiration behind this beautiful editorial filled with summer vibes.

Based on the concept that an intimate celebration can be more special than a large event, this styled shoot in Purgia Italy is as dreamy as they come. Earthy tones were paired with pink flowers and a floral wedding dress at a‘Trulli House’ with cone-shaped roofs. The result was just magnificent and the images captured by Antonio Lucá Photographer are here to prove it!

Romantic Italy Wedding photo – Antonio Lucá Photographer

Wedding tablescape – Antonio Lucá Photographer

And now that you know more about the inspo behind these gorgeous images, let's jump right into how to plan an elopement in Italy…

TIPS ON HOW TO PLAN AN ELOPEMENT IN ITALY

1 – Set a budget

Elopements are undoubtedly a less expensive alternative to a big wedding, but there will be some costs to take into consideration. Having a budget in mind will help you decide on all those important elements that you would like to include in your wedding.

Groom look for summer wedding – Antonio Lucá Photographer

Bride and pink wedding bouquet – Antonio Lucá Photographer

2 – Define your vision

The advantage of an intimate celebration is that you can make it completely personal tonyou. Defining your wedding vision is a key step as this will help you plan a unique event that will reflect your personality and your love story. Think of what really matters to you as a couple, your favourite style or something that inspire you.

Italy inspired wedding dessert table – Antonio Lucá Photographer

White wedding shoes – Antonio Lucá Photographer

3 – Choose the type of ceremony

Deciding on the type of ceremony that is right for you, is quite important as this will influence the choice of venue for your elopement. In Italy most venues are fully licensed to hold a civil, legally binding wedding. If you are planning a civil or religious ceremony, you will need to consider that there will be some legal requirements and costs. Symbolic blessings are a popular choice and perfect for an elopement, as they are more personal and can take place almost in any location, but they have no legal value.

Vineyard Elopement wedding photo – Antonio Lucá Photographer

How to plan an elopement – Antonio Lucá Photographer

4 – How to find your dream venue

Whether you are dreaming of a country chic ambience, a luxury setting or a beach ceremony, Italy is the ideal destination for an intimate wedding, offering a variety of stunning and romantic locations. When choosing the perfect venue for your elopement in Italy the possibilities are endless. It’s a very personal choice, but there are some logistics factors to consider such as, how to reach the location, on-site or nearby accommodation
and menu options.

Italy Elopement – Antonio Lucá Photographer

5 – Select the right vendors

Choosing the right suppliers for your elopement it’s crucial. Think of those elements that are more important to you, for examples: flower arrangements, photographer, hair and makeup. Shortlist your preferred suppliers before making a decision. Planning an elopement in Italy can be challenging. Having a professional bilingual wedding
planner with knowledge of the local area, will help you find the perfect venue for your elopement in Italy, assist you with any legal requirements for your ceremony and recommend the best vendors, avoiding any language barrier issues.