Childhood sweethearts Sharlene and Craig, spent a romantic eight years together before Craig popped the big question…
On the Proposal…
“We were on a holiday traveling through Europe, when one beautiful evening in Florence we stood on the Santa Trinita bridge, to the left a view of the Ponte Vecchio, to the right the sun setting over the Arno river. It was then he dropped to one knee, told me he loved me and asked me if I want to return to Florence one day as husband and wife. Tears streaming down my face I said yes, never imagining almost exactly two years later we would return to our favourite city to become husband and wife. It was truly magical as I have always told Craig, sunset is my favourite part of the day as I adore watching the colours of the sky changing.”
ON THE VENUE…
“Upon first seeing Villa La Vedetta, we knew we made the right decision, it was the most beautiful property we ever laid eyes on. It beautifully fit our grand yet elegant theme, and the view of the city was breathtaking.”
On The Wedding Day…
“There could not be a more beautiful day imagined, with 40 of our nearest and dearest traveling from Melbourne, Australia to share the most magical experience of our lives. It was simplicity meets grandeur combining our decoration with the villa and views. After 10 years Craig and I have shared together, with our love for family, friends, travel, and our engagement in Florence, this day encapsulated everything we ever wanted, needed or dreamed possible.
We chose a simple and elegant style with a beautiful view, something classic that wouldn’t date. From the immaculate gardens where we held the ceremony, to the reception on the terrace under the Tuscan sun, we watched the city light up as we ate under the stars. Our chosen decorations were also simple, “We chose a simple and elegant style with a beautiful view, something classic that wouldn’t date. From the immaculate gardens where we held the ceremony, to the reception on the terrace under the Tuscan sun, we watched the city light up as we ate under the stars in a fairy-tale like Venice wedding.Our chosen decorations were also simple, white flowers with hints of gold to reflect the history of the beautiful city, without taking from the spectacular view.”
On The Gown…
“I’d always loved Steven Khalils designs, it was such an easy decision once I tried that beautiful gown on. The fit, the silk and the lace couldn’t compare to anything else I’d seen! As with my husband, it was love at first sight!”
On The highlights…
“On the day of my wedding, once I was dressed my mother handed me a ring my grandfather had given her, it was a pearl and topaz ring. This was my something old, borrowed and blue, along with a lace and pearl horse-shoe she had made for me for my something new. Our honeymoon was spent on the Amalfi Coast, Isle of Capri, South of France, and the Greek Islands. This entire experience will always be the most vivid memory of our lives.”
