Bride in a Danielle Frankel wedding dress walking the streets of Italy with her groom in a pale suit.

Kathryn in Danielle Frankel for her Intimate Italian Wedding

Tucked away on the tranquil island of Burano in Venice’s lagoon, Kathryn and Derad’s destination weddding at Venissa was an effortlessly elegant and intimate affair.

With its Michelin Green Star accreditation and lush surroundings, Venissa provided the perfect backdrop for the couple’s heartfelt union. Kathryn stunned in a Danielle Frankel gown, epitomising contemporary sophistication while embracing her desire for a chic, re-wearable bridal look.

Captured beautifully by Davide Gaudenzi, and planned to perfection by Elisa e Guilia, the day unfolded seamlessly, combining sustainable practices, exquisite design, and a celebration of love shared with close family and friends. From organic floral arrangements to a bespoke culinary experience, every detail reflected the couple’s passion for elegance and authenticity.

Bride wearing a Danielle Frankel wedding dress walking the streets of Italy with her groom.

Derad and Kathryn celebrated their wedding at Venissa, a unique Michelin Green Star venue nestled on the island of Burano in Venice’s lagoon. This enchanting setting, where Derad proposed, was chosen not only for its personal significance but also for its rare combination of Venetian charm and lush, open landscapes. Surrounded by vineyards, green fields, and the gentle lagoon, guests experienced a hidden, natural side of Venice.

Groom in white linen suite and tie.

Elegant flatlay of wedding stationery with dried Honesty nearby.

Every detail of the day was designed to reflect both the environment and Kathryn’s love for minimalist, elegant aesthetics. The ceremony, arranged in a semi-circle with views over the vineyards, featured organic, unstructured floral arrangements that seemed to rise naturally from the earth.

Chairs arranged in a curve for an outdoor wedding ceremony in a garden.
Bride standing in a garden wearing Danielle Frankel bridal separates nad holding a summer bouquet with trailing silk peach ribbon.

The Dress

Danielle Frankel


My dress was by Danielle Frankel, from the Danielle Frankel Studio. The atelier space is beautifully designed, just like each of Danielle Frankel’s pieces.  The whole team that works there was beyond helpful and I was particularly impressed with the alterations team.

Back shot of an elegant bride with a lace dress by Danielle Frankel.

I wanted to feel both modern and classic.  It was also important to me that I purchase pieces that I would be able to re-purpose and pair with other items in my wardrobe for all kinds of other occasions.

I was looking to feel moreso ‘chic’ than ‘bridal’, and that’s very much how I felt once the final look came together!

Manolo Blahnik for Danielle Frankel wedding mules.

I wore a combination of jewellery that had been gifted to me over time by my parents and my husband.

My hair and makeup was styled by professional beauty artist, Francesca Stefani.

My wedding mules were Manolo Blahnik for Danielle Frankel.

Bride wearing Danielle Frankel and carrying a summer wedding bouquet of dried flower heads and lilys.

The Ceremony

Our dear friend Kaitlin agreed to officiate our wedding.  We felt very loved and honoured by all of her kind words.

We exchanged rings by David Yurman.

Photography

Our photographer was Davide Gaudenzi – we chose him because we loved the style of his photography – natural and authentic!

When we met Davide, we were also excited about our shared interest in food and knew that his kind and calm personality would suit us perfectly on our wedding day.

Bride in Danielle Frankel turning back to look at her groom whilst holding his hand. They are walking down the streets of Italy past brightly coloured buildings in red, orange and yellow.

Reception

For the reception, the imperial table in Venissa’s main hall showcased a unique design fusion. Raw stone, soft moss, and clean ceramic were beautifully balanced with the modernity of kenzans.

Bride wearing Danielle Frankel silk and lace separates and Manolo Blahnik mules for Danielle Frankel walking through gardens with her groom in a pale suit.

The light designer collaborated with us to create a custom structure, mounted with sleek light bars, that transformed the garden into a modern, warm setting for the evening.

Bride wearing Danielle Frankel bridal separates and her groom in a  pale suit. They are about to take a seat for their wedding reception on wooden chairs.

Venissa’s renowned eco-approach added depth to the celebration, with most ingredients for the feast sourced directly from the estate itself. The team of chefs and staff, often harvesting from their own land, presented a menu rich in local flavours, from lagoon herbs to fresh fish.

This commitment to sustainability resonated with the couple, passionate about sharing an authentic and eco-conscious culinary journey with their friends and family who had flown in from Boston.

Our flowers were from Anneris Flower Farm. We wanted the arrangements to feel like they belonged at Venissa.

We were also interested in working with Anneris Flower Farm because of their focus on growing crops that do not require an excessive amount of water.

This felt aligned to the focus on sustainability that is similarly central to Venissa’s mission.

The day flowed seamlessly into a lively night filled with music, laughter, and dancing, culminating in an unforgettable nighttime view of Venice – a magical end to a truly extraordinary celebration.

Modern bride and groom clutching one another on their wedding day. She wears Danielle Frankel and he wears a pale suit and pale tie.

Though our wedding was small it included many small children – we worked with Arte Fatta to provide entertainment for them for the evening and we can’t recommend them enough. As someone who also works with children professionally – I was thoroughly impressed! Being with our closest friends and family enjoying our favourite things – traveling and dining!

Bride wearing Danielle Frankel separates arm in arm with her groom in a pale suit - photograph taken from behind as they walk into the evening sun.

Find delight and beauty in everything around you on such a special day!

Modern bride and groom sat by the water. She wears Danielle Frankel and mules by Manolo Blahnik.

We hosted a wine tasting and dinner at Venissa the evening before the wedding.  We love food and beverage, and we wanted to make sure our guests got to enjoy as much of what Venissa had to offer as possible. 

The wine at Venissa also has a unique story and we were excited to share that with our guests.

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Credits

Suppliers and venues noted with a tick are part of the Love My Dress Wedding Directory.

Wedding VenueVenissa
PhotographyDavide Gaudenzie
Wedding PlannerElisa e Guilia
Wedding Dress DesignerDanielle Frankel
Bridal ShoesManolo Blahnik
Hair & MakeupFrancesca Stefani
StationeryPluma Creativa
LightingTitan Events
Wedding RingsDavid Yurman

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