La Dolce Vita: A Venice-Inspired Wedding Theme

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Megan McCarty Sarah Baumann

Published:

Fall/Winter 2013

(above) A vintage-inspired veil and cap-sleeve gown by local designer Monirose strike a romantic note.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above left) Artfully arranged in carved wood containers, roses and wildflowers evoke the Italian countryside.
(above right) Say “I do” to table cards that pair vibrant hues and striking fonts, like these from Sierra Lauren Stationery.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above) Let your venue inspire your invitation suite. Here, invites pop with a pattern that echoes the honeycomb tile floor.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above) To set a perfectly enchanting table, start with vintage floral china pieces, like these from A La Crate Vintage Rentals, and add embroidered napkins and silver coffee pots (oh, and don’t forget the champagne). 

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above) No need for an Italian holiday when European charm abounds at home in venues like the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum in Milwaukee. Details like this wrought-iron doorway make for perfect photo ops.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above left) How sweet it is! Pretty cupcakes by Cupcakes-A-Go-Go take their cues
from textile patterns like lace, beading and embroidery.
(above right) Nothing says “wine country” quite like place cards made from bottle corks.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above) Bring out the perfect gentleman in your mister with a boutonniere of petite flowers and springs of herbs.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh

(above left) Guests will love strolling through manicured gardens, complete with Renaissance-inspired sculptures.
(above right) Take your dessert display to new levels with vintage silver tiered serving trays.

Venice inspired wedding photos, shot by Photos by Jenna Leigh.

(above) Shades of peach, blush and green practically breathe romance in this dreamy bouquet by daffodil*parker.

Venice-inspired wedding photo shoot, by Photos by Jenna Leigh
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Ivory lace linens balance a dark wood table and leather chairs for a head table that radiates Old World allure.

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