Lakeside Wedding Day Features Details Reminiscent of Italy at Seattle Private Estate

Ariel Merlino and Ryan Mooney’s wedding seamlessly blended the elegance of an Italian villa with the beauty of lakeside Seattle. Set in the bride’s grandparents’ home, the venue was transformed into a scene reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como, complete with ornate columns and a manicured garden surrounding the ceremony location. Ariel, the creative force behind the event, produced a classic and timeless ambiance with European-inspired details that reflected her heritage and complemented the grandeur of her grandparents’ estate. The color scheme of white and gold was accented by deep green in the invitation suites, harmonizing with the natural surroundings. Artful stationery with a vintage flair, ornate tableware and vineyard chairs set among the stunning columns created a picture-perfect setting. The use of trending baby’s breath in the florals introduced an airiness, particularly in the broken arch ceremony backdrop. The garden, reminiscent of an Italian landscape, provided the perfect backdrop for the all-white florals that adorned the venue. The newlyweds’ cake was a masterpiece, featuring hand-painted floral details in the white, gold and green palette. The highlight of the evening was the cake cutting, with the couple bathed in the light of the golden hour as they stood among the columns, creating a truly magical moment.  As the night ended, Ariel and Ryan embarked on a romantic journey, taking their intimate reception on the water as they sailed away on a vintage sternwheeler boat, an unforgettable end to their special day.