From Ontario to Italy: Chelsea & Michael’s intimate wedding

Here’s all the proof you need that destination weddings don’t have to be on a beach! This real wedding is the first in our series of unique destination wedding locations beyond the Caribbean and the beach. Introducing Chelsea and Michael, whose intimate wedding in Italy looks like an absolute dream come true.

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Chelsea and Michael’s wedding was more than just an exchange of vows — it was a labour of love that honoured his beloved late mother. Their journey to the altar took them from Ontario, Canada, to Lozzola, Italy, to the very same church his mother attended as a child, ending with an ultra-romantic, intimate wedding for the ages.

Chelsea and Michael's iconic picture outside Italy intimate wedding chapel with vintage car and veil blowing in wind — Photography by: Amare Studios

A TOUCHING TRIBUTE:

Michael’s mother passed away unexpectedly in June 2021, six months after Michael proposed to Chelsea with her engagement ring. “It’s the ring I wear today and the ring that I wore on my wedding day,” says Chelsea.

FAMILY ABOVE ALL ELSE:

“Michael’s mother’s family played a major role in helping us plan and prep our wedding,” says Chelsea. “It was a true labour of love that felt really special when the day finally came.”

DETAILS OF LOVE:

Michael’s aunt coordinated with local florist Piante Fiori Sartoria – Obino Stefania to pull off a beautiful colour palette of neutral tones, capturing the couple’s theme of “rustic Italian charm meets adventure.” The couple and their 30 guests dined like the locals with house-made Italian pastas at Bar Ristorante.

AFTER THE ‘I DO’S’:

The wedding festivities didn’t end there. The following day, the happy couple embarked on an unforgettable adventure to the Italian Dolomites, specifically Lago di Braies. A scenic five-hour drive led them through gorgeous scenery, including serene lakes and towering peaks. And as their wedding took place in May, they were able to avoid peak summer crowds, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in their beautiful surroundings.