A Luxury Persian Fusion Destination Wedding
In late August 2025, a breathtaking destination wedding unfolded at Villa Bettoni on Lake Garda, Italy— one of the most iconic and historic wedding venues in Northern Italy. Planned and designed by Julia Weiss of Illumina Weddings and captured in both photo and video alongside videographer Jacqueline Alice Goutier, this celebration blended refined European elegance with deeply rooted Persian wedding traditions, creating a wedding day rich in emotion, symbolism, and visual intensity.
The couple, with Persian heritage, infused their ceremony with meaningful rituals, including the traditional sugar and honey ceremony, adding layers of cultural depth to the experience. Set against the grandeur of Villa Bettoni, the ceremony felt intimate yet powerful — a perfect balance between heritage and modern luxury.
The couple, with Persian heritage, infused their ceremony with meaningful rituals, including the traditional sugar and honey ceremony, adding layers of cultural depth to the experience. Set against the grandeur of Villa Bettoni, the ceremony felt intimate yet powerful — a perfect balance between heritage and modern luxury.
The bride wore a striking Vera Wang wedding dress , becoming an undeniable focal point throughout the day. During the aperitivo, the celebration transformed into an energetic day party, with live music by Bravo Wedding Music carrying from afternoon into the evening. Guests sang along, danced freely in the villa gardens, and embraced the unfiltered joy that defined the entire celebration.
As the couple made their entrance to dinner, emotion peaked — laughter, singing, and heartfelt speeches filled the space. The evening continued with a Millefoglie wedding cake, followed by a spectacular fireworks display by Brixia Fireworks , illuminating the Lake Garda sky. By then, the bride had changed into her second look by Rosie Etienne Bridal, celebrating the night with effortless elegance and energy.
The celebration came to a close with guests holding each other, singing along to the final song of the night — a moment of collective emotion, connection, and release that perfectly captured the spirit of this wedding.
Captured through an editorial yet candid approach, this Villa Bettoni destination wedding in Italy was a celebration of movement, atmosphere, and unapologetic expression — designed for couples who value emotion, design, and authenticity over tradition or perfection.
The Team:
Weddingplaner: @julia_weiss_illumina_weddings
Photo: @klassen.weddings
Video: @jacquelinealicegoutier
Decoration, flowers: @fioreallocchiello.it
Venue: @villabettoni
Ceremony: @kerstinguyot
Furniture: @latinidesign
Stationary: @andrea.garz.wedding
Cake, Catering: @lacremebanqueting
Weddingdress: @verawangbride
Party dress: @rosieetiennebridal
Rings: @cartier
Hair and Make up: @dubenets_wedding
Music: @bravo_wedding_music
Firework: @brixiafireworks
Technic: @hisunset_service
Violine: @joyentertainment.it
