Choosing the most romantic destination for your wedding or elopement? The most popular places are Paris, Rome and Venice, and we are going to speak about the latter. Here are some tips and ideas to get married in Venice.
What’s The Best Time To Elope To Venice?
While planning a destination wedding or an elopement in Venice you should keep in mind that not all seasons are good for a wedding in Venice. Summer is nice in Venice but really crowded and really hot. If you are looking for a civil wedding and you want to book it in May, June or September, you need to be aware that the town hall opens the registrations for the upcoming year at the end of October – beginning of November. The requests are many and you should contact them as soon as they open, to be sure to choose the dates and the time that you want.
Getting married over the weekend is more expensive than getting married during the week, due to the constant increasing number of weddings in the city.
Do not get married during the famous Carnival of Venice. I know that the historical atmosphere of the city with the accompaniment of romantic songs getting to the cathedral on a gondola sounds amazing, but the costs will be quite unaffordable in that period of the year. During the low seasons, hotels and restaurants offer special rates that will allow you to save substantially.
If you are planning a carnival elopement, dress up in dark attire to fit the mysterious look of the city.
Riding a gondola is a lovely idea for a refined Venice wedding, this is a symbol of the city.
Wedding portraits taken in a refined Venetian palace are amazing for a sophisticated wedding in this city.
Wedding portraits taken on the main Venice square - Piazza San Marco are amazing for a wedding.
What Are Legal Requirements For Eloping In Venice?
Legal requirements in Italy differ country by country, so you need to contact a planner or the local authorities to be sure of all requirements. In general, the process for eloping in Venice, Italy, is as follows: file a “Nulla Osta”, a certification of the capacity to marry, with the consulate. You might be asked by the local government to register the marriage at the Italian local prefecture, depending on your country of residence. It takes around two months to complete all the formalities. You will likely need an official translator for the ceremony if neither you nor your partner speak Italian.
Use gondolas to make wedding portraits - they will help you embrace the location where you are marrying.
Go for a walk in Venice to take your wedding pics, the beautiful surrounds will make your photos unforgettable.
Take pics and make wedding portraits in the most beautiful places in Venice and get inspired by this beautiful city and your love.
Take some pics on the piers of Venice to make your wedding pics filled with charm of this city.
Should I Work With A Planner For Eloping In Venice?
Booking suppliers for a destination elopement can from abroad can be challenging. In general, it is advisable to work with a planner based at the destination, ideally one who knows the local Venetian suppliers. Planners often have existing relationships with a team of preferred and reliable vendors in the area, which can take the stress of vetting local vendors from scratch off your plate when eloping in Venice.
Take pics or wedding portraits in gorgeous Venetian masks to make your wedding pics ultimate.
Taking pics in gondolas is classics for Venice weddings, and not only wedding, this is the quintessence of this city.
Bridges of Venice are a fantastic place to take your wedding portraits, these are very romantic spots to go for.
What To Wear To A Venice Elopement?
There are many styles and looks to try for such weddings but most of couples prefer something very sophisticated, romantic and somehow unique. If we speaking about brides, these can be floral applique and intricate beading wedding dresses, if we take grooms, these might be a morning suit or a dinner jacket. Various out of the box colors and types of detailing are also welcome!
Lovely and cute masks will finish off your wedding looks, and even if they are very simple, they will be raised to a new level.
Masks with feathers are nice wedding props for your guests if you are getting married in Venice.
Walk in the beautiful city showing off your gorgeous wedding dress and embracing the place where you are tying the knot.
A beautiful nude off the shoulder wedding dress with white floral applique and embellishments is a fantastic idea for a Venice wedding.
A breathtaking embellished strapless mermaid wedding dress with a layered tail and a mask.
A breezy bridal look with a neutral wedding dress with a tulle skirt and an open back pictured on a bank in Venice.
A bridal separate with a warm white top with crochet lace and a layered skirt.
A bride wearing an off the shoulder lace applique wedding dress with a long train and statement earrings.
A casual bridal look with a neutral sweater and a lace applique skirt, a groom wearing a white shirt, a grey jumper and black pants.
A delicate and sophisticated bridal look with a lace applique wedding dress with a covered plunging neckline and a cathedral veil.
A dove grey wedding dress with a lace bodice and long sleeves and a layered skirt.
A fantastic neutral wedding dress with floral applique and pearls is a jaw-dropping idea for a refined wedding in Venice.
A gorgeous mermaid lace applique wedding dress with long sleeves and buttons plus a train is a fantastic idea for a wedding.
A groom wearing a white vintage shirt, black pants and a dinner jacket, a bride rocking a unique neutral midi dress with ruffles and lace applique.
A jaw-dropping modern wedding ballgown with gold floral embroidery and beading plus spaghetti straps for a Venice wedding.
A mermaid lace applique wedding dress with an illusion back and sleeves and a train.
A stunning high neckline wedding dress with a boho lace bodice and long sleeves and a pleated skirt.
An ivory wedding dress with a plunging neckline, a front slit and illusion lace sleeves.
An ivory wedding dress with an illusion neckline, no sleeves and a layered skirt.
Elegant V-neckline wedding dress with a lace bodice and long sleeves and a layered skirt, statement earrings.
The groom wearing a bold blue suit, a navy coat, burgundy moccasins and a burgundy scarf.
The groom wearing an electrical blue suit with black lapels, the bride covered up with faux fur as it's chilly in February.
How To Style A Venice Elopement?
Venice is a very sophisticated city, so everything exquisite, chic and beautifully vintage is totally welcome! As for the color schemes, here you will usually see neutrals or pastels with gold and brass for more elegance, or black and navy for a mysterious look. Get more of these and many other ideas to get inspired!
A mysterious wedding reception with layered white and grey tablecloths, vintage candelabras, a beautiful greenery centerpiece and pink blooms.
A gold mask is a lovely idea for a Venice wedding favor, and it may accent your wedding reception table.
A white wedding cake decorated with shiny gold flowers and a beautiful embellished mask on top is a fantastic idea for a Venice wedding.
A couple in an arch in Venice looks really beautiful and the shot is very romantic.
A gorgeous wedding alter of white and blush blooms and some leaves plus deep purple callas that contrast the rest of the blooms for a Venetian wedding.
A jaw-dropping Venice wedding altar with blush and white blooms and greenery, with amazing views of the city.
A jaw-dropping wedding tablescape with gold chargers and cutlery, candles in tall candleholders, glass and neutral blooms and greenery.
A neutral and lovely wedding reception space right on the street of the city, with a floral arrangement and layered tablecloths.
A refined and beautiful wedding ceremony space done with greenery, white blooms and various candles shows off the beauty of the place.
A romantic wedding reception space with blush and white blooms, a lilac tablecloth, neutral plates and napkins plus blush candles.
A sophisticated Venice wedding tablescape with a deep red table runner with white and red peonies and greenery, candles and pink plates.
An exquisite wedding reception table with blush and mauve blooms and greeneyr, a blue charger and printed plates with gold rims and a paper fan as a menu.
Antique Venetian bridges are amazing for taking very romantic shots there.
Empty streets of Venice with gorgeous views of the city will be a great backdrop for your shots.
Have a romantic dinner right on a porch in Venice to enjoy the looks of the ancient city.