The best love stories feel like destiny, and Real Martina Liana Bride Emily and her husband Jesse’s is one of them. Rooted in deep care, thoughtfulness and a shared Italian heritage, their journey led them to an intimate destination celebration on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast.
For her wedding day, Emily dreamed of a princess moment, and she found just that. She walked down the aisle in Martina Liana Style 1413, a showstopping gown designed to make an entrance. With its grand scale, ethereal movement and romantic presence, the dress was ideal for flowing through her Italian garden wedding and created an unforgettable aisle moment that left guests in complete awe.
With thoughtful details, an intimate guest list and a few unforgettable surprises, Emily and Jesse’s wedding day was nothing short of magical. Keep reading to experience their most special day wedding all the moments that made it uniquely theirs.
EMILY, TELL US ABOUT YOUR PARTNER. HOW DID YOU MEET?
Jesse is the most caring human being I have ever met. He continues to put me first and always tries to find new ways to show his love for me. He proposed to me at Em and Ev’s winery in the Hamptons. It was supposed to rain that day, but the sun came out just for us. He planned the whole thing with a private tour, photographer and wine tasting in the barrel room.
DESCRIBE YOUR BRIDAL STYLE.
I wanted to look like a princess in my dress, and that’s why I picked the biggest and most beautiful dress. Our wedding was in Italy, so I wanted an ethereal dress that let me flow through the gardens. This dress—Martina Liana Style 1413— did exactly that, and everyone was in awe. I felt like a princess walking down the aisle. My father-in-law called me Cinderella all night and still does to this day.
HOW DID JESSE REACT WHEN HE SAW YOU IN YOUR WEDDING DRESS?
When Jesse saw me walking down the aisle, it brought tears to his eyes. His best friend had to run to give him tissues. It was the sweetest thing. He couldn’t believe how beautiful I was in my dress, all dolled up.
IN YOUR OWN WORDS, TELL US MORE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING.
We are both Italian and wanted a small, intimate destination wedding. We decided to get married in Ravello on the Amalfi Coast. The decorations were perfect, the weather was perfect, and it was just the most amazing day. We surprised everyone after the ceremony with smoke bombs going off for our first kiss. Seeing everyone’s reactions was so amazing.
Vendor Acknowledgements
Photography: Detito Photography
Videography: Urania Films
Venue: Villa Eva Ravello
Planner: Amalfi Coast Wedding Planner
Florist: Maria Starace FLOWER DESIGNER
Makeup Artist: Annalisa Espositore
Bridal Makeup and Hair: LINKA
Bridal Boutique: The Plume Serpent
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