Today's bellissimo Italian Real Wedding is that of our gorgeous couple, Fabio and Vanessa, who celebrated their day in a suitably stylish Italian manner with chic muted tones, twinkling candlelight, natural decor and a romantic dusk reception. Stylish yet natural and understated, this is the dream wedding for the fuss free bride and groom all captured with grace by Serena Cevenini...
Vanessa and Fabio first met 10 years ago, when Vanessa's friend organised a blind date for them. Initially, Vanessa was a little apprehensive but once she laid eyes on Fabio she was soon hooked.
Doing things their own way, Vanessa and Fabio didn't do the traditional proposal, instead they made the decision together. However, the day before the wedding Fabio surprised Vanessa with breakfast in bed, a piece of her favourite cake, a gorgeous necklace and a note saying, "do you want to marry me?".
The wedding itself was an incredibly chic affair, with lots of subtle muted tones, a host of stylish guests and a gorgeous cathedral ceremony.
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To match the chic effortless vibe of the day, Vanessa chose a simple lace dress from Spanish designer Yolan Chris, which she styled with a low chignon and sparkling stud earrings.
Fabio chose an equally chic look which was again kept simple with a single tone pocket square and subtle rose boutonnière.
To achieve a truly stylish reception without any of the stress, Fabio and Vanessa enlisted the help of stylist Laura from Tren di Nozze who decorated the space with hints of moss and wood, an all-white treats table, cosy blankets and a polaroid photo booth, complete with little DIY props.
To end the evening Vanessa and Fabio's guests surprised them to a flash mob followed by sparklers and drinks under the twinkling fairy lights.
Huge congratulations to you both, and thanks so much for sharing your gorgeous Italian wedding with us. A big thank you also goes to Serena Cevenini for sharing her work with us. To see more by Serena Cevenini head over to www.serenacevenini.com
 The Wedding Details
- Ceremony: Chiesa "San Giovanni Battista"Â Minerbio, Bologna
- Reception: Il Castellazzo
- Dress: Yolan Cris at Boutique Alba
- Bridesmaids dresses: Elisabetta FranchiÂ
- Shoes: Lella Baldi
- Flowers: Il profumo dei fiori
- Groomsmen’s suits: Emporio Armani
- Cake: Zoo BakeryÂ
- Wedding Favours: Cut and Paste lab, Tren di Nozze
- Stationery: Cut and Paste Lab
- Make Up & Hair: La truccheria, Cosetta Gaiani
- Ceremony & Reception Music: Fratelli Marelli
- Wedding Planning & Styling: Tren di Nozze Wedding Design
