Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento Wedding Photographer
Zara and Ryan’s Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento wedding.
Highlights Zara and Ryan’s Villa Antiche Mura, Sorrento wedding photographer story from the Amalfi Coast of Italy by UK-based destination wedding photographer, Wes Simpson.
The wedding took place at the luxurious Villa Antiche Mura in Sorrento. It was a beautiful destination wedding that provided the opportunity to combine street-style photography in Sorrento town with documentary wedding photography at Villa Antiche Mura.
The British couple wanted natural-looking wedding photography with a touch of creativity and chose Wes Simpson Weddings because that is my speciality.
By choosing me to photograph their destination wedding in Sorrento, nothing was staged or over-posed. Every photograph is a true insight into their wedding and a timeless reminder of the best day of their life.
Zara and Ryan were joined in Italy by family and friends who jetted out for 7 days of celebrations. This included a pre-wedding welcome meal, the wedding ceremony at Villa Antiche Mura and post-wedding photo fun in Sorrento.
Here is their Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento wedding story in their own words…
Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento Wedding Photographer
Hi, we are Zara and Ryan Saville from Buckley, North Wales. This is our Villa Antiche Mura, Sorrento wedding photography story from our Italy destination wedding. We met in our local pub one Sunday afternoon and got engaged in Sri Lanka after I graduated from University.
Ryan proposed whilst we were trekking through the jungle on an Elephant. He secretly extended our Sri Lankan holiday, and we flew to Dubai to pick up my ring!! It was all very romantic.
Our wedding was at the beautiful Villa Antiche Mura – Il Tuo Matrimonio in Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast of Italy. We had always known that we wanted to get married abroad as we are both adventure seekers and lovers of holidays.
We went to the Amalfi Coast in Italy for a weekend and fell in love with Villa Antiche Mura. It has amazing views and is possibly the best spot in Sorrento for a bit of fizz in the sun.
Sorrento Wedding Theme
What did you wear for your Sorrento wedding at Villa Antiche Mura?
My dress was Pronovious, a fitted lace number with feather detail! It was nothing like what I thought I’d wear, but I fell in love with the dress when I went shopping with my Mother-in-law and best friend.
It was the perfect dress for a wedding in Italy, I felt comfortable wearing it outside all day and night at Villa Antiche Mura.
What about your bridal party?
The wedding theme was royal blue, so the Bridesmaids wore long flowy blue dresses that matched the groomsmen’s grey suits with blue detail. Ryan wanted to stand out and wore a stunning bright royal blue suit.
What type of flowers did you choose?
My Sorrento wedding flowers were – Royal blue and white roses, we went for roses because we are massive Everton FC fans and the florist made the bouquets look like little footballs.
Wedding Ceremony at Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento
We were joined by 56 of our closest family and friends at Villa Antiche Mura. It was overwhelming that everyone made such an effort, and as we all know how to have a good party that’s exactly what it was.
One of the best parts of the day was when we took the horse and cart into town for photographs. Strangers were congratulating us on the streets of Sorrento and we had such a laugh with Wes. It was nice to chill out, take in what had happened, and eat some ice cream (as husband and wife).
When I dreamed of my Sorrento wedding, I envisioned a ceremony overlooking an infinite blue sea. Villa Antiche Mura turned that dream into reality. This stunning venue offers everything you could wish for, from the reception and music to the ceremony, whether a symbolic blessing or a Valdese-Protestant ceremony.
A symbolic blessing on the villa’s white terrace, with the breathtaking view of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, is magical. You can personalise every detail, from the white-covered chairs to the elegant white iron chairs with cushions. We had a beautifully adorned white table with flower centrepieces for signing our certificates and placing our rings. The entire setup felt unique and tailored just for us.
For couples looking for a legally binding ceremony, the Valdese-Protestant option is perfect. Coordinated by a Valdese pastor. The ceremony will be conducted in Italian and translated into English.
Villa Antiche Mura in Sorrento made our wedding unforgettable. I highly recommend it to any couple dreaming of a picturesque and personalised destination wedding experience in Italy.
Street-style Wedding Photography in Sorrento
What do you love about your wedding photography, and would you recommend Wes?
YES, 150%… I have never seen wedding pictures like ours. When we got back from our Honeymoon we had random people that we’d never met approaching us in the local bank telling us they had seen our pictures on Facebook and complimenting us on them!
What I love about Wes is that he has a unique ability to turn a normal picture into a magnificent memory that we will keep forever.
What did you like most about working with Wes?
He is so creative, that he uses the location to its full potential. Not only did he capture meaningful images throughout the wedding day, but he also managed to photograph our destination wedding in Sorrento perfectly.
Wes is really down to earth and made us feel so comfortable! He listened to what we wanted and offered valuable and practical suggestions! The girls and I had a good laugh with him whilst getting ready in the morning, helping to put us all at ease.
What is your favourite picture from your Sorrento wedding?
I love all the photos at Villa Antiche Mura, but one of my favourite pictures has to be of Ryan and I crossing the road in Sorrento. I can’t even describe it, you go ‘WOW’ when you see it. That road is in the middle of Sorrento town, it’s crazy busy, and there I am in my wedding dress holding my husband’s hand. It’s a moment in time captured perfectly.
Planning a Wedding in Sorrento
Do you have any advice for couples planning a wedding in Sorrento?
A few people thought I was insane for flying out a UK-based wedding photographer to photograph my wedding at Villa Antchie Mura. There are plenty of wedding photographers based in Sorrento and around the Amalfi Coast, but the photography was important to us.
If you only want simple photos of you and your guests at your wedding, any photographer will do. But if you want every memorable moment captured in a story, every ounce of passion captured, and images that make you feel like you’re reliving the day all over again, Wes is your guy.
Also, the day goes so quickly, so I recommend getting married as early as possible. We had a midday wedding, and while it was hot, it was worth it to spend more time with our guests and each other.
About Sorrento Wedding Venue Villa Antchie Mura
Villa Antiche Mura is an exclusive wedding venue in Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Italy. Located on the cliff of Via Rota and overlooking the beautiful Sorrento Peninsula, Villa Antchie Mura is just 55 km from Naples International Airport by car.
Villa Antchie Mura offers a strategic position for excursions to Capri, Pompei, Positano and the rest of the Amalfi Coast. The Villa has a nearby train and bus station, and Sorrento Harbour is just a short taxi ride. All of which makes the venue easy to get to.
Villa Antchie Mura offers different areas to personalise for your unique day. These include:
- The elegant lobby for more than 100 guests overlooking the Bay of Naples.
- The choice of two beautiful outside terraces overlooking the bay of Naples.
- Characteristic citrus grove garden typical of the Sorrento area.
- Direct access to the sea and a room for the bride and the groom for the whole day.
The address: Villa Antiche Mura, Via Fuorimura, 7 | 80067 – Sorrento (Na).
Points of interest close to Villa Antchie Mura.
Hotel Antiche Mura: 15 minutes walking distance or 3 min by car.
Sorrento main square is called Piazza Tasso: This is just 15 minutes walking distance or 3 min by car.
Sorrento Cloister for Civil Ceremony: 18 minutes walking distance or 4 minutes by car.
Sorrento Train Station: 13 minutes walking distance or 3 min by car.
Sorrento Destination Wedding Photographer
I hope you liked Zara and Ryan’s Villa Antiche Mura Sorrento wedding photography story as much as I loved photographing their special day.
In many ways, I believe hiring a wedding photographer you trust and whose style of photography you like is more important when planning a destination wedding than getting married at home.
Family and friends invest in a holiday to see you tie the knot in unfamiliar surroundings. Everyone back home will want to experience the excitement of your wedding through your photographs.
If you are planning a wedding at Villa Antiche Mura, Sorrento or anywhere else on the Amalfi Coast, feel free to get in touch. My passport is ready!
Please look at my portfolio for examples of work, the blog for the latest weddings and my approach page to photographing your wedding.
Contact me today with any questions, to schedule an appointment, or to book me to be your Villa Antiche Mura wedding photographer.
Useful links:
Amy and Edd’s Luxury Villa Wedding In Sorrento at Villa Antiche Mura
Destination Wedding Photography – How it works.
