From Dream to Reality: Behind the Scenes of a European Venue Hunt

When Grace & Daniel first came to me, they had two requests:
1. An intimate, boho-style elopement in Italy
2. A budget that didn’t spiral out of control

Sounds simple, right? Not when your Pinterest board is full of castles and cliffside gardens. But I love a challenge.

In this post, I’ll walk you through the real process I use when scouting venues for my clients—from the initial moodboarding to walking hidden estates tucked away in the Umbrian countryside.

You’ll see how I negotiated with a boutique venue, found vendors that fit the aesthetic and the budget, and crafted an experience that let Grace & Daniel fully immerse themselves in every magical moment.