Sarah Ingle & Daniel Colascione's wedding at Villa del Balbianello and Villa Sola Cabiati - Lake Como
Sarah Ingle & Daniel Colascione's
wedding at Villa Sola Cabiati and Villa del Balbianello
"You’re so beautiful."
—Star Wars, Revenge of the Sith
Padmé: "It’s only because I’m so in love."
Anakin: "No, it’s because I’m so in love with you."
A wedding I will never forget, thanks to the incredible couple at its heart—Sarah Ingle, the inspiring science influencer, and Daniel Colascione, the brilliant software visionary. Both are not only remarkable scientists but also extraordinary humans.
I had the privilege of collaborating with Rachel Birthistle's The Lake Como Wedding Planner, renowned for orchestrating some of the most legendary weddings ever.
Planning & Design : The Lake COmo Wedding Planner | Florist : Rattiflora | PHOTOGRAPHY : ANDREAS K. GEORGIOU | Videography : HANDCRAFT Pictures | Bespoke Gown designer : Galia Lahav | HMU : Rhapsody Artajo | Venues : Villa Sola Cabiati & Villa Del Balbianello
The breathtaking setting, featuring two of Lake Como's most stunning villas: Villa Sola Cabiati and Villa del Balbianello, the iconic location of Princess Padmé and Anakin's wedding in Star Wars.
Sarah's makeup was done by the talented Rhapsody Artajo, who has worked with many Hollywood personalities, and the video was by the talented team of Handcrafted Pictures.
This gallery wouldn’t be the same without my wife, Alexia Themistocleous, by my side as my second master photographer. She has become one of the most talented photographers I know. Sharing this experience with her not only deepened our bond but also made Lake Como feel even more intimate and like home.
preparations
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Sarah wore a stunning Galia Lahav Élysée wedding dress, a sculptural, corset-fitted mermaid gown adorned with sheer cutouts and embroidered French lace inspired by the intricate wrought iron gates of Paris's Élysée Palace. The design was elevated with a dramatic train, a high-neckline, and long-fitted sleeves, complemented by a majestic tulle skirt with an elegantly irregular hemline.
Stucco Room
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Sarah's first look with her father took place in Villa Sola Cabiati's stucco room, known as the Sala degli Stucchi.
the game-console invitation
Instead of traditional paper invitations, the couple created their own retro-style video game as a unique way to invite their guests. Each guest had a personalized character in the game, and by completing a series of quests, they unlocked the wedding details!
bouquet
The "extraterrestrial"
Inspired by the wedding's extraterrestrial theme—fitting for the couple's shared love of Star Wars—the bouquet by uber-talented Rattiflora, was a masterpiece of cascading tentacles crafted from hundreds of intricately woven hyacinth cascades.
Villa del Balbianello
A treasure of the FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) heritage collection, villa del Balbianello's cinematic allure has captivated many, famously serving as a backdrop for scenes in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
Sarah on her way to villa del Balbianello
The villa is famous for its cinematic connections, serving as the backdrop for the iconic wedding scene between Padmé and Anakin in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. It was also featured in the James Bond film Casino Royale.
table setup
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Rattiflora's candlelit table setup merges elegance with otherworldly beauty. Inspired by alien-looking florals, the arrangement features flowers woven in a delicate Japanese style, resembling extraterrestrial plants.
The highlight of the evening was the green cotton candy! The boldest guests gave it a try, sometimes crafting giant, fluffy clouds of sugar—or, occasionally, some not-so-successful creations!
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