Boudoir and a boat ride bookended this intimate Lake Como wedding

Lake Como villa wedding

In the opulent historical rooms of Villa Balbiano, Tara and Alex prepared for their magical day where they stole private moments throughout the celebration and amidst the timeless elegance of the villa. vcaptured each moment of this special event, while BLBS Management created a stunning bridal look to complement Tara's custom Galia Lahav gown. Keep scrolling to see how this incredible elopement came together - we promise you'll want to see more in the full gallery at the bottom of this post!

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bridal boudoir shoot

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Beginning with boudoir

As the morning light danced upon the villa's walls, Tara indulged in a pre-wedding boudoir shoot that captured her grace and poise, as well as the grandeur of the villa's historical rooms.

custom Galia Lahav wedding dress

Couture Galia Lahav

Tara wore a stunning Galia Lahav Josi Dress dress with detachable puff sleeves and a chic sweetheart neckline.
Enchanting, stately, and sexy, this soft trumpet corset dress is adorned in embroidery and sparkly silver sequins—and features glamorous tulle puff sleeves for an off-the-shoulder look that compliments the sheer, embellished tulle skirt. This is a made-to-order dress!

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off-white bridal bouquet

A first look overlooking Lake Como

In the lush garden, adorned with centuries-old trees, the couple shared their emotional first look. Shortly thereafter, with the picturesque Lake Como as their witness, they Tara and Alex took part in an intimate elopement ceremony.

Lake Como boat ride

A post-elopement boat ride

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds embarked on a romantic boat ride courtesy of Como Classic Boats, gliding across the shimmering waters of Lake Como.

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Reception under the stars

As evening descended, the couple returned to Villa Balbiano for their first dance, followed by the cutting of the cake and a romantic dinner under the stars, where they toasted to a lifetime of love and happiness amidst florals by Riccardo Ciceri.

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How much does it cost to elope to Lake Como?

The cost of eloping to Lake Como can vary widely depending on personal preferences and the specifics of the event. However, a luxurious elopement can run around $60,000, which likely includes a stunning Galia Lahav wedding dress, elegant Jimmy Choo shoes, and all the little extras that make the day unforgettable. From picturesque venues to exquisite dining, every detail contributes to creating the perfect, intimate celebration. We'd suggest reaching out to one the wedding vendors listed in this post to get started.

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