Italian Wedding Theme | Victoria and Matthew at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

February 22, 2023 by Just Marry!

Italian Wedding Theme | Victoria and Matthew at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony Decor

THE LOW-DOWN

Florida couple Victoria and Matthew chose an Italian wedding theme for their event at the Portofino Bay Hotel in mid-February last year. Their theme was important to them because their original plans to get married in Italy were impacted by COVID. They couldn’t have picked a better venue to bring Italy into the heart of Orlando!

There were so many incredible details that brought Victoria and Matthew’s Italian wedding theme to life. Their stationery was rough-cut with delicate gold detailing, giving it an Old-World Italian feel. Their ceremony décor included a rustic, curved arbor, potted urns with overflowing florals, and tall gold urns filled with feathers. Their centerpieces were made up of various carved busts or crystal chandeliers accented with floral, fabric, or feathers inside a detailed wood frame. Even their tables were named after Italian cities!

For the ceremony, Victoria wore a lace wedding dress in keeping with Italian tradition, with long sleeves, a full layered skirt, and an elaborate train. She also wore a stunning tiara with her veil that we loved! For the reception, she changed into a stunning second gown that looked like it came off a runway in Milan. Perfectly complementing his stunning bride, Matthew wore a deep purple Italian style wedding suit, complete with a waist chain and elegant tie brooch. Their attire was just the right touch to bring their Italian wedding theme together!

Read on for more details about this unforgettable wedding at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel!

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THE "I DO" CREW

Wedding Planner: Mairead Murray, Just Marry!
Ceremony Site at the Portofino Bay Hotel: Citrus Piazza
Cocktail Hour Site at the Portofino Bay Hotel: Venetian Foyer
Reception Site at the Portofino Bay Hotel: Venetian Ballroom
Officiant: Ray Alonzo, Ceremonies by Ray
Photographer: Regina Hyman Photography & Cinema
Ceremony Music: DJ So Pro
Reception Entertainment: DJ So Pro
Hair and Makeup Artist: Kristy’s Artistry Design Team

OUR FAVE PICS FROM THE EVENT

Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Rings and Stationery
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Wedding Dress
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Wedding Dress
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Portraits
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Groom Suit
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Bride
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony Details Rosary
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Ceremony
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Portraits
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Portraits
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Portraits
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Decor
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Details
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Details
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Details
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Details
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Wedding Cake
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception Details
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Reception
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - First Dance
Italian Wedding Theme - Just Marry Weddings - Regina Hyman - Cake Cutting

WHAT WE LOVED

The Just Marry! Team was delighted to help bring Victoria and Matthew’s Italian wedding theme to life at the Portofino! We asked their Just Marry! wedding planner, Mairead, some questions about the event and this is what she shared:

  • Did anything happen on the wedding day that wasn’t according to plan?

    Minutes before the ceremony, the sole of one of the groomsmen’s shoes completely came off. I used Gorilla Glue tape from my emergency kit to fix it and he didn’t have a problem with the shoe for the rest of the night!

  • What was something about this wedding that really stood out to you?

    Victoria and Matthew were originally supposed to get married in Italy, but due COVID, they decided it was best to get married in Florida. They picked the perfect place to get married so that they could still have that Italy feel, since the Portofino really makes you feel like you are in Italy! The couple chose décor with an Italian style to it and they did an amazing job of bringing an Italian wedding theme to Florida!

  • What was something about this wedding that truly touched you?

    The father/daughter dance! It was so special. I also loved how both of Victoria’s parents walked her down the aisle. She was so close with them both!

  • Where did the couple stay for the wedding?

    The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.

  • What was the couple's choice of first dance song?

    “Return to Love” by Andrea Bocelli and Ellie Goulding.

MORE JUST MARRY! PORTOFINO WEDDINGS

If you’re planning an Italian wedding theme, the Portofino is the perfect venue! Some of our favorites include the venue’s Italian-inspired architecture and lovely European elegance, the option to enjoy a glass of wine and gourmet food options at Harbor Nights on select nights, and Musica della Notte, a nightly live opera held in the romantic Harbor Piazza. Check out some of our past Portofino events, then hop over here to start planning your own!

JOIN THE JUST MARRY! FAMILY

Are you looking for help designed your own Italian wedding theme or are you interested in an event at the Portofino Bay Hotel? We’d love to help! Whether you’re seeking an all-inclusive wedding package or the services of a Full Service Wedding Planner, we’ll partner with you to bring your wedding dreams to life. Simply Contact Us and a member of our planning team will reach out to you right away. We would love to welcome you to the Just Marry! family!

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Italian Wedding Theme | Victoria and Matthew at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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