Krizia and Nicholas

Krizia and Nichaola's Immaculate Destination Wedding Weekend in Santa Margherita, Italy

Day 1: The Welcome Dinner

The weekend began in the heart of Santa Margherita with a lively welcome dinner at Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gennaro. Guests gathered beneath the warm glow of café lights, surrounded by pastel façades and the scent of the sea. Every moment felt like a scene from a film — from champagne being poured into slender glasses to the clinking of silverware and laughter echoing down the cobblestone streets. It was the perfect prelude to a weekend that would blend elegance, culture, and the timeless beauty of Italy.

This welcome dinner radiated effortless Italian coastal elegance, a blend of La Dolce Vita charm and relaxed sophistication. Set in the heart of Santa Margherita’s pastel-hued harbor streets, the evening felt cinematic, with guests mingling under striped awnings and the hum of laughter floating through the piazza. Held at Ristorante Pizzeria Da Gennaro, a traditional open-air Italian restaurant nestled in Santa Margherita’s lively marina district, this dinner was the perfect start to the three-day celebration. With views of the Ligurian Sea, glowing café lights, and the hum of seaside life, the atmosphere was intimate yet electric.

Day 2: Getting Ready at Imperiale Palace Hotel

The morning began at the Imperiale Palace Hotel, an icon of Riviera glamour. The bridal suite glowed with natural light, white drapery billowing gently in the sea breeze as Krizia prepared for the day ahead. Her look was a study in understated sophistication: a Prea James Bridal gown from Loversland, featuring clean lines, structured silk, and a flowing train that captured both grace and movement. Her hair and makeup by Jen Hathaway were soft and luminous, enhancing her natural glow with an effortless modern touch. Nearby, Nick got ready with his groomsmen, his custom-tailored black suit from The Suit Doc a perfect complement to the classic Italian setting. The details were beautifully intentional: stationery by Blanche Heirloom Co laid delicately on the desk beside the window, white florals by Artemisia Fioristi arranged with natural precision, and the hum of the sea setting a serene tone before the day’s celebrations began.

Their first look took place in the gardens of Villa Durazzo, a historic estate overlooking the harbor. Surrounded by lemon trees and sculpted stone pathways, the couple’s portraits felt cinematic, every frame balancing architectural structure with soft romance. Krizia’s gown moved effortlessly against the villa’s grand marble terraces, her minimalist aesthetic enhanced by the lush green gardens and blush-toned facades of the villa. Nick’s timeless suit and polished style grounded the scene, creating a perfect visual contrast that reflected both elegance and strength. This portion of the day, captured with the artistry of SCR Films alongside Cacie Carroll Photography, embodied everything an Italian destination wedding should feel like: editorial yet deeply personal, emotional yet refined.

Held in the villa’s terraced courtyard overlooking the Ligurian Sea, the ceremony was a dreamscape of light, florals, and emotion. Artemisia Fioristi designed an elegant all-white floral installation, allowing the surrounding landscape to take center stage. The villa’s peach-toned walls and manicured gardens framed the ceremony in timeless Riviera beauty. As Krizia walked down the aisle, the sound of soft music filled the air. The moment was intimate yet grand, the kind of beauty that doesn’t need embellishment, only presence.

After the ceremony, guests gathered on the terrace for aperitivi by Capurro Ricevimenti, where signature cocktails and Italian hors d’oeuvres were served under golden light. The design and planning by Ema Giangreco Weddings brought the couple’s vision to life with modern-meets-classic sophistication, from textured linens and neutral-toned rentals by Smac Rent to the elegant tablescapes adorned with minimalist white florals and flickering candles.

Dinner unfolded beneath café lights strung above the open-air courtyard, where laughter echoed between the villa walls. Heartfelt toasts, fine Italian cuisine, and live music turned the evening into something that felt straight out of La Dolce Vita. For the after-party, Krizia changed into a sleek black gown by Huong Boutique, effortlessly blending red-carpet glamour with late-night energy. Guests danced under the stars, celebrating a love that felt as radiant as the Italian coast itself.

Day 3: Farewell Lunch at Langosteria Paraggi, just minutes from Portofino, Italy.

After a weekend overflowing with love, laughter, and limoncello, Krizia and Nick’s celebration came to a close with an effortlessly chic farewell lunch at Langosteria Paraggi,  one of the Italian Riviera’s most exclusive seaside restaurants. Nestled along the coast between Santa Margherita and Portofino, the restaurant’s view of turquoise waters and striped umbrellas set the perfect scene for a relaxed, coastal finale.

The farewell lunch was held on Langosteria’s open-air terrace overlooking the sea, where the design aesthetic balanced modern Riviera style with understated sophistication.
Warm terracotta tones, woven textures, olive branches, and crisp white linens blended seamlessly with the ocean backdrop. The restaurant’s signature red accents added a playful contrast, bringing a touch of Italian vibrance to the minimalist palette that had carried through the weekend. Guests arrived in relaxed resort wear, linen dresses, soft neutrals, and coastal accessories, embodying the perfect balance of chic and carefree.

The decor was designed to feel like an intimate summer gathering rather than a formal event. Long wooden tables were styled with minimal floral details and natural textures, echoing the simplicity and elegance of the Ligurian coast. The menu celebrated authentic Italian flavors, fresh seafood, local wine, and colorful Mediterranean dishes passed around family-style as guests laughed and reminisced about the weekend.

As the sun shimmered across the bay, the scene felt effortlessly cinematic, the kind of natural beauty that defines the Riviera lifestyle.

Krizia and Nick arrived hand in hand, glowing with that unmistakable post-wedding joy. Krizia wore a light, airy white dress that flowed perfectly in the seaside breeze, while Nick opted for a relaxed linen look that complemented the setting’s tone of sophisticated leisure. The two mingled freely with guests, sharing espresso martinis, heartfelt goodbyes, and moments of quiet reflection before the afternoon slipped into golden light. It was the perfect conclusion to a weekend that blended editorial elegance with heartfelt authenticity.

From the welcome dinner in the heart of Santa Margherita to the Villa Durazzo wedding celebration, and finally this sun-soaked farewell lunch at Langosteria Paraggi, Krizia and Nick’s destination wedding weekend told a story of connection, intentional design, and the magic of gathering loved ones in one of Italy’s most breathtaking corners.

Each detail, thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed, reflected the couple’s style: timeless, romantic, and unapologetically their own.