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Romance in Rome: An Elopement Story
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July 8, 2022
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“One reason why we chose Rome, Italy is because of Gino’s heritage. The other reason is because we wanted a destination where we could explore and be immersed in culture instead of another destination where you might only sit at a resort,” Katie says. “We wanted to ‘live like the locals,’ as they say.”
Knowing it would be nothing short of a challenge to plan a wedding (no matter how small) from far away. That’s when they turned to Rochelle Cheever of The Elopement Experience.ย Rochelle not only helped iron out all the details, she also worked as Gino and Katie’s photographer, taking them here, there and everywhere!
“In place of a reception we traveled around Rome taking pictures in front of beautiful monuments,” the couple says.
The couple also tells us some of their favorite design elements of the day included a picture ofย Katie’s dad tied to her bouquet and Gino’s burgundy suit as a nod to Christmas time and the winter season.
After a day of love, play and wonderment, the couple topped the night off with a dinner atย Mirabelleย restaurant, whichย overlooks the entire city. How ROMEantic? Although their receptionโ and ceremony for that matterโ didn’t include a lot of pomp and circumstance, it did provide the couple exactly what they’d hoped for.
Vendors: โจWedding Planner & Photographer: Rochelle Cheever of The Elopement Experience; Gown Designer: Maggie Sottero; Bridal Boutique: Bridals by Jody; Florist: Noosheens; Groomโs Clothing Designer: Jos. A. Bank; Restaurant: Mirabelle; Shoe Designer: Ferragamo; Rings: Loy Harn Jewelers; Hair & Makeup Artist: Louise Faulkner; Videographer: Fulvio Greco Films; Wedding Submissions: Published + Pretty; Officiant: Ely Bruna