Italian Summers Styled Shoot - Part 1

Written by Bukky Garcia, Owner and Lead Planner and Lead Designer at Exquisite Events and Design

Some places stay in your memory, and Italy has a permanent place in my heart. I visited Italy in the beginning of this year, and I fell inlove with the slow pace of life, the historic towns, the effortless sense of style and the romance of sunsets. Italy has a way of making ordinary moments feel extraordinary and memories that stay with you long after you've left. 

This birthed our styleshoot “Italian Summers”. A curated luxury styleshoot at Sky on Nine Ballroom, featuring an open-concept design and a fresh summer aesthetic which creates the perfect backdrop for this shoot. 

This editorial is a love letter to la dolce vita, where fashion meets nature, every detail tells a story, and beauty is found in simplicity. It invites viewers to embrace sun-soaked moments, effortless style, and the timeless romance of an unforgettable Italian summer.

Every image captures more than a destination—it captures a feeling. A feeling of discovery, romance, and the irresistible charm that makes you fall in love with Italy, again and again.

A huge thanks to our incredible team and keep an eye out next week for Part 2 of Italian Summers, captured by our other amazing photographer, Sydney Marie Photography.

Wedding Pro’s:
Venue: Sky on Nine
Planner & Designer: Exquisite Events and Floral Design
Florals: Amibloom Florals
Photography and Videography: Emma Mullins Photography
Officiant: Destin Weddings
Cake: ECBG Cake Studio
Hair & Makeup Design: Marie Christine Beauty
Gowns: Omaima Couture
Suits: Suit Shop Chicago
Harpist: Chicago Wedding Harpist - Renee Wilson
Violinist: Tiffany Moore
Paper Goods: Adorable Designs
Pet Attendant: Wags of Love
Rentals: Halls Rental
Linen: Windy City Linen
Puppy Model: Coco