Vendors

Photographer: Alice Vicente Weddings 
Wedding Planner: Dream Weddings Europe 
Venue: Quinta da Bella Vista 
Video: Delight Films Weddings 
Hair: Ricardo Pedro 
Second dress: João Rôlo Couture 
Shoes: Jimmy Choo 
Florist: Decorelle 
Rentals: The Rental Factory 
Stationery: In Love Weddings 
Catering: Penha Longa Catering 
Cake: Edelweiss Wedding Cakes 
Dancers: PMP Eventos by Paulo Magalhães 
Audiovisuals: Rituais Eventos 
Saxophonist: Diana Catarino 

Joana and Staz held their destination wedding at the beautiful Quinta da Bellavista in Sintra, Portugal. Surrounded by their closest friends and family, their whimsical ceremony was filled with tears. Staz, as an all-around creative, surprised Joana with an original piano song played and sung by him at the end of the ceremony. With the performance of a saxophonist and a few burlesque dancers and singer as the wedding entertainment, guests entered the reception where they dined under white flower installations mounted on the ceiling and spread throughout. The night didn’t end until morning, with DJ Ricardo Coimbra making it hard on everyone to leave the dancefloor.

"From the very beginning, you made us feel comfortable and at ease, which is no small feat considering how camera-shy I (the bride) usually am. Your warm and friendly demeanor instantly put us at ease, allowing us to be ourselves and enjoy every moment without feeling self-conscious."

Alice Vicente is an international wedding photographer based in Portugal and New York City. Documenting destination weddings in New York City and across Europe.