Wedding in Umbria, Italy with Red Flowers and DIY Copper Decor

Alice and Gavin can usually be seen on the stage in London's West End performing in hit shows such as Wicked and Tina Turner The Musical. But, they swapped the stage and bright lights for an outdoor wedding in Umbria, Italy with gorgeous scenery, rustic decor and a bright red, white and green colour scheme.

Wedding Ceremony Bridal Entrance in Lace Zuhair Murad Dress

Oversize Raspberry, Pink and White Wedding Bouquet with Foliage

Outdoor Wedding in Umbria Ceremony Under a Drape Canopy

Emotional Bride and Groom Exchanging Vows at Outdoor Wedding Ceremony

Emotional Bride and Groom Wiping Away Tears

Wooden Welcome Sign and Rustic Crate Wedding Decor

Groomsmen in Different coloured Suits and Sunglasses

Bridal Party Portrait with Bride in Lace Wedding Dress and Bridesmaids in Different Coloured Red Dresses

Bride and Groom Portrait with Wedding Guests

Lace Edged Cathedral Length Veil Blowing in the Wind

Bride in Fitted Lace Wedding Dress by Zuhair Murad with Long Sleeves

West End Musical Bride and Groom at their Wedding in Umbria

Stylish Wedding Guest Outfit and Hairstyle

Half Up Half Down Braided Wedding Hair with Fresh Flowers

What Made Our Day Unique
We drove over in a van two days before our wedding in Umbria. Taking tings like a copper barrel (made by my dad for beer to be put in during day) and copper corks for the table name settings. We hired authentic Italian musicians which made a huge difference (still had songs we all knew but mixed in with traditional Italian music). Rustic areas of decoration (wooden crates, wheelbarrow, Chalk Boards etc) to set scene and keep within style of the villa.
Alice & Gavin

Wedding in Umbria

Although Alice and Gavin were getting married abroad and enlisted the help of a wedding planner, they still wanted to put their stamp on their wedding in Umbria and incorporate some DIY elements. Copper quickly became a running theme, using a copper stand for the seating plan and photo booth, and also using copper to hang the menu cards on the reception tables. They also spray painted and an old beer barrel cooper and Alice's dad made a chalkboard sign. All of these personal projects made the day unique to them and looked divine at the Italian wedding venue.

Inspiration & Styling
Wanted the decor to link to the setting. Being outdoor in the middle of Umbria we needed vibrant colours, rustic styling. I chose, raspberry red and copper. Copper cutlery, copper table name stands. Copper writing on stationery. Then raspberry table runners, red, pink raspberry flowers intertwined with white and plenty of greenery to keep the rural style. Crates dotted everywhere for decoration. I scoured Etsy and Pinterest. Worked out what I needed, then searched online for everything. Certain aspects I relied on our planner Marco as he had many Italian connections.
Alice & Gavin

Tall Martini Glass Centrepiece Flower Arrangement

Tall Red, White and Green Wedding Flower Centrepiece

Copper Frame Seating Chart with Stationery Hanging on Ribbon

Copper Frame and Ribbon Table Plan Wedding Decor

Rustic Crate and Chalkboard Love Quote Wedding Decor

Bride and Groom Entering Their Outdoor Wedding in Umbria Reception

Stylish Wedding Guests in Chandelier Earrings and Felt Hat

Bride in Lace Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves and Groom in Beige Blazer

Bride and Groom Kissing at Their Wedding in Umbria, Italy

Romantic Golden Hour Portrait of Bride and Groom

Bride in Zuhair Murad Wedding Dress and Half Up Half Down Hairstyle

Stylish Wedding Cake with Copper Tier and Hoop Decor

Black and White Portrait of Bride and Groom at Sparkler Exit

Sparkler Exit with Bride in Lace Dress and Groom in Beige Blazer

Like many brides and grooms, Alice and Gavin were meticulous when it came to planning and knew exactly how they wanted things to go on their big day. But although they planned and planned, sometimes... just sometimes, you get so caught up in the day you forget to do things, or they don't quite go as you'd planned. Turns out Alice didn't care one bit, and it didn't affect her wedding in Umbria in the slightest. She still had the most amazing time. If you're a little worried about things not running smoothly, listen to our Plan B podcast to put your mind at rest.