Villa del Balbianello, Lake Como, Italy Elopement Photo Story Award

A Lakeside Wedding Photo in BW from a Romantic Villa as the couple enjoys views of the lake while walking

Lakeside Wedding Photography in BW at a Romantic Villa | the couple enjoyed uninterrupted views of the lake

After the rain stopped, the couple enjoyed uninterrupted views of Lake Como as they embarked on a private and peaceful walk to their cocktail hour. 

The idea of a wedding on Lake Como invokes images of aqua blue waters and sun-drenched skies — a natural Italian masterpiece. However, on Hanna and Jake's wedding day, the skies were cloudy and raindrops descended into the lake below. While it may not have been the day that they envisioned, this couple made the most of the moment and focused on the fact that this was the day that they were going to become husband and wife. Their ceremony took place at the Villa del Balbianello, with eight guests in attendance, and it was a day filled with elegance, beauty and love. 

Lake Como Wedding Photo at Villa Balbianello of bride Looking serene and poised getting lipstick applied at getting ready

Lake Como Wedding Photography at Villa Balbianello | The bride is Looking serene and poised

Looking serene and poised, the bride has her makeup applied before the ceremony. The reflection of Lake Como at the forefront of the shot showcases the scene that Hanna was soaking in as she contemplated the moments that lay ahead.

Lake Como Wedding Photography in IT from perspective of onlooker as bride gets dressed

Lake Como Wedding Photography - Villa del Balbianello, IT | Photo taken from the perspective of an onlooker

This photo, which seems as if it was taken from the perspective of an onlooker who has captured an elusive moment, showcases the emotions of the bride as she dons her wedding gown for the first time.

Wedding Pic from Italy at a Lake Como Villa of brides father looking to skies of rain

Wedding Pic from Italy at Lake Como Villa del Balbianello | the brides father looks to the skies

As the bride's father looks to the skies to see what will come next, Hanna looks to her father with reassurance. She knows that everything will be all right in the end, even if the day is not going as they had all planned.

Villa del Balbianello Wedding Ceremony Pic in BW at Lake Como of bride breaking composure and wiping tears

Villa del Balbianello Wedding Ceremony Pic in BW at Lake Como | The bride was Breaking her composure for just a moment

Breaking her composure for just a moment, the bride wipes away a tear as she reads her vows.

Lake Como, Italy Wedding Portrait of bride and groom posing behind glass with rain drops

Villa Balbianello, Lake Como, Italy Wedding Portrait | The bride and groom pose for a romantic portrait

The bride and groom pose for a seductive and romantic portrait, as they wait for the rain to subside.

Lake Como Wedding Photo of Bride and groom Sitting with their Italian elopement guests

Lake Como Wedding Photography | Bride and groom Sitting with their guests

Sitting with their guests, the newlyweds toast one another and sip champagne during the cocktail hour. 

Italian Wedding Villa Venue Photo in Como from after the rain passed as bride and groom walk

Italian Wedding Photographer for Como | after the rain passed, the bride and groom stepped out

After the rain passed, the bride and groom stepped out to spend a few moments together on the grounds of the Villa del Balbianello.

Italian Destination Wedding Couple whimsical portrait at the villa after the rain stopped

Italian Destination Wedding Couple Photography | a whimsical portrait at the villa

Hanna and Jake pose for a whimsical portrait at the villa. While the rain had been an unwelcome visitor on their wedding day, the water helped make the greenery at the villa pop against the waters of Lake Como.