Some weddings are beautiful. Others are unforgettable.
Deb and Aaron’s wedding story was both — and even more.
This two-part celebration blended an intimate Lake Como elopement with a heartfelt stateside reception at Columbus Crew Stadium, creating a wedding experience rooted in intention, culture, and personal meaning.
How Their Story Began
Deb and Aaron met while working at the same restaurant — two people from different cultural backgrounds whose connection grew easily through shared shifts, jokes, and everyday moments. When it came time to plan their wedding, they knew they wanted something intentional, intimate, and deeply reflective of their journey together.
Part I: An Intimate Lake Como Elopement at Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Deb and Aaron chose the iconic Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como, Italy as the backdrop for their ceremony — a setting known for luxury, romance, and timeless beauty.
Even though it rained all day, their celebration felt anything but gray. They got ready together, shared quiet laughter, and spent a week immersed in slow, romantic Italian experiences that set the tone for their marriage.
Their ceremony took place on a terrace overlooking Lake Como, led by an Italian celebrant with a violin duo playing softly beneath umbrellas.
It was simple, soulful, and authentically them — the kind of moment couples dream of when planning a destination wedding in Italy.
Part II: A Stateside Celebration at Columbus Crew Stadium
Months later, Deb and Aaron gathered their loved ones for a “wedding celebration” at Columbus Crew Stadium in Ohio — a nod to Aaron’s favorite team and the couple’s shared love of meaningful experiences.
Guests believed they were attending a reception.
What they didn’t know? Deb and Aaron were already married.
Before the grand entrance, the lights dimmed and their Lake Como elopement film began to play. The emotional reveal brought tears, cheers, and laughter as their family and friends watched the intimate vows they never knew had taken place.
From there, the celebration unfolded across three levels of the stadium, each weaving in subtle Italian inspiration:
- Aperol spritz welcome drinks
- Italian-inspired appetizers
- Tables named after their favorite Italian cities
- A coffee cart and an on-site Italian wedding cake build
- A dance floor glowing under the iconic Huntington Club light ball
Why Their Wedding Was Unforgettable
What made Deb and Aaron’s wedding stand out wasn’t extravagance — it was intention.
They created a celebration that honored:
- Their cultures
- Their personal story
- Their shared passions
- The quiet moments that shaped their relationship
This is what turns a wedding into an experience: meaning, connection, and storytelling.
Watch Their Italian Elopement Film
🎥 Experience the magic of their Lake Como ceremony.
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