Sophie and Angus, a couple of English lawyers with a love for the mountains, chose a breathtaking location for their destination wedding in Piedmont: the “Ciao Pais” refuge in Sauze d’Oulx, nestled among the peaks of the Olympic Alps in the Susa Valley, the stage of the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics. Sophie, an avid snowboarder, has spent countless holidays and winter getaways in this area, making it the perfect destination to celebrate the most important day of their lives.
Destination Wedding in Piedmont: An Intimate High-Mountain wedding
Sophie and Angus’ wedding was a unique experience: an intimate event, with only a few friends and family, immersed in the tranquility of the high mountains, with a blinding sun that made every shot special. The silence, the untouched nature, and the stunning backdrop of the Alps created a magical atmosphere, perfect for an elopement. The exclusive location of Ciao Pais, a mountain lodge restaurant overlooking the breathtaking views of the Piedmont Alps, brought to life a wedding that defied traditional conventions, giving the couple the freedom to personalize every moment of their special day.
The Advantages of an Elopement in Piedmont
More and more foreign couples are choosing Italy for their elopements, and Piedmont, with its enchanting yet often lesser-known landscapes, offers endless possibilities for intimate and original weddings. A destination wedding in Piedmont’s high mountains allows couples to experience something truly authentic, without the need to follow predefined rules or invite a long list of guests. Sophie and Angus opted for a simple, stress-free ceremony, free from family obligations, focusing solely on their love and their closest guests. A definite advantage: no awkward relatives or unwanted formalities.
A Touch of English Tradition
Despite the simplicity of the event, Sophie and Angus incorporated several traditional English wedding elements, such as heartfelt and humorous speeches that evoked both laughter and emotion in the guests. These deeply personal and authentic moments made each photograph unique, capturing not only the love between the couple but also the intimacy and camaraderie shared by their guests.
All the guests enjoyed a relaxing mountain getaway, indulging in fine cuisine and excellent wines, with a temperature and light that are not often found in England.
Thinking about a destination wedding in Italy? Piedmont might just be the place for you. And if you need a wedding photographer in Piedmont to capture the magic of your big day, I’d love to tell your love story through one-of-a-kind photos.
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