George and Joyce’s irresistible Ischia elopement

For Swedish newlyweds Joyce and George, Ischia in Italy stole their hearts from the moment they touched down on the volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples, during a trip abroad. This stunning part of the world boasts mineral-rich thermal waters, hot springs bubbling up at Maronti Beach and a wealth of history seen in the form of 18th-century buildings. And with all of this, Joyce and George were quick to select the location as the dream place for their wedding, in a bid to secure somewhere ‘between sea and nature.’

Yet, amid the coronavirus pandemic, Joyce and George’s spellbinding plans for a big July wedding with friends and family in tow were halted and, as a result, they decided upon a luxury Italian elopement with only those close to them attending the celebrations, in a bid to continue their dream of getting married in Italy. Off they headed to the transfixing Regina Isabella; a five-star hotel in Ischia which promotes luxury in all of its many offerings. Located in a tranquil bay and circled by private beaches and Mediterranean pinewoods, this hotel makes for the perfect spot for a wedding.

At Regina Isabella, undeniably one of the best wedding venues in Italy, Joyce and George lived out their symbolic ceremony on the 12th of July 2020, followed by a candlelit dinner, with a handful of guests. The ceremony took place on a sensational private beach enwrapped in beautiful natural surroundings. The hotel is well-equipped for such magical occasions and has a flower garden and charming bay for guests to wander to as well.

 Pops of colour were added to her outfit too, in the form of the florals she clutched onto and wore on her head, from Tommaso Castaldi by La Primula Cose Belle, the couple’s chosen florist. Joyce’s garland hosted flowers in colours of bright orange, dusky pink and light blue and her hair tumbled in loose curls down past her shoulders. To pull together the look, hair and makeup artists from Aglaia Beauty were on hand, and they created the most effortlessly beautiful glam for Joyce, with a statement plum lip shade complimenting the florals and dress.

George and Joyce’s beautiful elopement in Ischia was brought together by some of the best wedding suppliers in Italy, as well as local, talented wedding planner and coordinator Stefania Silvestro, who is renowned for piecing together people’s dream weddings.