Marianne and Jamie have been a couple since 2011 when they connected on Facebook and after some backwards and forwards, and lovely beach walks, they realised they were in for something special.
How did the proposal happen?
We got engaged high in the Dolomites in Italy, just as Italy was reopening after Covid. We’ve always been a big fan of the mountains, so it was just the ideal setting. The day itself was magical – we seemed to have the entire alpine meadow to ourselves. Jamie sent me out ahead for a photo, and when I turned around he was down on one knee. Afterwards, we celebrated in a stunning boutique hotel built into the mountainside. It is and always will be a treasured memory for us. We can’t wait to revisit one day soon!
Where did the wedding take place?
The Algarve, Portugal. We had our ceremony in Alte; an old, quaint village in the Algarvian countryside. It felt like going back in time that day, with friendly locals gathering outside small bars to watch us pass by. The church was cosy and picturesque, and our Priest was the loveliest man who filled us all with joy through his warmth and wit. The ceremony felt like a hearty hug, it was so wholesome.
After the ceremony, a vintage car took us to Monte do Serrinho Country House, our venue for the evening. On arrival, all of our guests soaked up the sunshine and music and enjoyed amazing cocktails and canapes.
Algarve Wedding Planners Paula, Karina and Daniela were on hand ensuring everything ran smoothly. The food was absolutely beautiful (our guests still rave about it!) The dinner setting was under the trees and branches, lit up by the warm light of the lanterns.
What colour were your bridesmaid dresses?
Our bridesmaid dresses were rust in colour, which complemented the Algarvian countryside, and our beautiful venue perfectly.
The theme
Our theme was rustic vibes with pops of colour. I created a moodboard to represent our vision for the day and our wedding planners went above and beyond to bring this vision to life.
The cakeA three-tiered cake of chocolate, lemon and carrot was simplistic in style with white textured icing and decorated with rust orange flowers.
Something blue
I included blue thistles in my bouquet.
Flats or heels?
Heels. I saved the flats for the dancing!
Your best buy?
Algarve Wedding Planners Paula, Karina and all the team were nothing short of phenomenal. From day one, their organisational skills kept everything on schedule and flowing accordingly, and by the time the big day finally arrived, we were relaxed in knowing that everything would work out perfectly.
How did it end?
We finished off the night clinking glasses by the pool and toasting to an incredible day.
Is there anything you wish you’d done differently?
We’ve replayed the day over in our heads thousands of times, and there is not a single thing we would change. It couldn’t have been more magical. We just wish we could relive it again and again!
Where did you go on honeymoon?
We “mini-mooned” in the Swiss Alps right after our wedding and did some lovely hikes and sightseeing. We have since made the move to live in the United Arab Emirates, and so our adventure continues!
FINER DETAILS
Photography: Vintage Studios (www.vintagestudiosfilm.com)
Dress: A Harry gown by Made With Love
Venue: Monte do Serrinho, Algarve, Portugal (www.montedoserrinho.com)
Location: Portugal
