Outdoor Wedding In Croatia

Photography by Petar Jurica

Sara & Toni’s wedding in Croatia is simply delicious. First, let’s begin with Sara’s wedding gown from Mara Marti, because… how. Freakin’. Lush. We are just loving those full sleeves and low-cut back complete with lace trimming (obsessed). Having spent their summers visiting Toni’s family on the coast, they used their wedding as an opportunity to show family and friends what they love about the country. The rustic vibe throughout works perfectly against the stunning villa backdrop and natural botanical aesthetic. Of course, the styling is utter perfection, provided by Recommended Supplier, Promessi Weddings And Events. This wedding is full of perfect little details - don’t miss any of them!

Wedding in Croatia complete with rustic vibe and white florals

We got engaged in February 2020 and always planned for a summer wedding the following year. I assumed that by midyear or even end of 2020, I would be able to visit Croatia to finalise plans and try on my wedding dress in the Barcelona showroom - Covid lockdowns changed all of that. I ended up moving everything forward, sight unseen - even the dress! - but with the help of Ivana, the Marta Marti team and WhatsApp video calls, we were able to pull off a wedding that was absolutely perfect for us.

Sara & Toni

Bride wears Marta Marti wedding gown with lace trip low-cut back as groom places his hand behind her whilst wearing suit with open shirt

Bride & groom during wedding in Croatia outdoors complete with bunting as wedding guests watch on

Bride stands with her bridesmaids who wear different style and coloured bridesmaids dresses whilst holding white floral bouquets

Rustic styling for Croatian wedding complete with wooden boxes, wicker basket and small vase with single white flower

Bride looks to the side as she wears her hair to the side in curls with puff sleeved wedding gown complete with low-cut back

Bride wears her light brown hair to the side in curls with puff sleeved wedding gown

Bride has her makeup done on the morning of her wedding day in Croatia

Rustic Villa complete with swimming pool and wooden table for reception finished with olive branch table runner and delate white florals throughout

Bride wears nude coloured bridal shoes with thing straps on the day of her wedding day

Confetti hangs in wicker baskets on wooden chair outdoors before wedding ceremony

Bride wears bridal gown complete with low-cut back with lace trim and puff sleeves

Wedding guest does up brides buttons to the back of her wedding gown

Flower girls walk down the aisle as they carry wicker baskets filled with confetti as bunting hangs above them

Outdoor seating area with rustic vibe complete with Moroccan style rugs and candlesticks

Bride & groom stand outdoors as they look lovingly at one another

Groom walks with his groomsmen across golden fields in Croatia on his wedding day

Cloth napkin complete with wedding favours in small bottle tied with string

Bride looks out the window on her wedding day whilst wearing Marta Marti wedding gown

Bride sits down and wears puff sleeve wedding gown with sweetheart neckline

Bride looks over her shoulder out the window on her wedding day

Rustic table setting next to pool complete with golden fields to the background

Croatian villa complete with fairy lights

Small bottle of locally distilled rakija tied with string as wedding favour

CROATIA WEDDING

We were able to have a long weekend full of sun, boating, island hopping and traditional Croatian rakija. The weather turned just in time for our wedding reception and our dinner was interrupted due to rain. Rather than calling the night early, the whole wedding party ended up dancing for hours in the rain! Though not as planned, it was a truly memorable wedding.

PROMESSI WEDDINGS

We were connected with Ivana at Promessi through the events team of Bibich Winery. I honestly couldn't have pulled off the wedding without her help - for each supplier she narrowed down a list to the best options so all I had to do was choose. Just from seeing my inspiration boards and hearing my stories, she was able to help me build the perfect roster of team for the day.

Outdoor dessert table complete with naked wedding cake and rustic wooden boxes

Bride & groom dance outdoors in black & white image

Villa lit up at night with fairy lights next to swimming pool in Croatia

Rustic outdoor table setting complete with olive branch table runner

Black olives with orange peel in white plate

Wedding party sit outdoors as fairy lights hang above rustic table setting

Bride leans her head into groom outdoors in golden fields for couples portraits

Wedding party sit outdoors at rustic table setting with bride & groom standing in front of them

Bride walks through golden fields on her wedding day

Olive branch table runner hangs off wooden table with rustic vibe complete with delicate white flowers

White naked wedding cake on wooden stand for dessert table

Wedding guest reads wedding menu on traditional white stationery

Bride & groom laugh as they walk through golden fields as groom wears glasses

Orange roasted vegetables complete with white floral decoration

Bride & groom hold hands through golden fields in Croatia

Bride holds white floral bouquet as she stands within golden fields

Rustic dessert table setting complete with gossamer fabric running across the table

Rustic table setting looks across fields in Croatia complete with hanging fairy lights

White floral bouquet complete with green foliage

Anchovies in white bowl for wedding reception dinner

We love the relaxed vibe of Toni’s outfit, complete with an open shirt and floral buttonhole.

Follow both your instincts and your heart when making decisions. Let things fall into place - you cannot control everything and that is okay. Not everyone you want to come will be able to, but those who do attend the wedding will mean the world to you. Things will not go as planned, but the guests will never know it and as long as you enjoy yourselves, everyone else will too! Enjoy every minute of it - it goes by so fast.

Sara & Toni

Loving this wedding in Croatia? We are too! Take a look at this beautiful beach wedding, complete with the groom’s father conducting the ceremony! If you love Sara’s gorgeous gown finished with full sleeves, take a look at our Planning article for stylish long sleeve wedding dresses.