Frankie & Will – A Villa del Balbianello Wedding on Lake Como

A clear, sun-soaked day on Lake Como set the tone for Frankie and Will’s celebration – a wedding that balanced understated elegance with genuine emotion. The ceremony took place at the iconic Villa del Balbianello, a historic villa in Lenno, Lombardy, perched on a wooded peninsula that stretches into the lake. It’s a location steeped in cinematic history, known for Star Wars and Casino Royale, but on this day, it became a setting entirely their own.

A couple dressed in wedding attire rides a vintage speedboat across the water, with a large forested hill in the background. The image is in black and white.

The day began at Hotel Serbelloni, where both Frankie and Will prepared with a calm that belied what was to come. Guests boarded boats unaware of their destination, the villa had been kept a surprise. As they rounded the curve of the peninsula, Villa del Balbianello appeared through the trees, and the atmosphere instantly shifted; excitement, sunlight, and the quiet hum of water against the hulls. Will and his groomsmen there to greet all of the beaming faces as they stepped off the boat, wearing a black tie and white blazer, the perfect complement to the villa’s classic architecture and the crisp northern Italian light. The ceremony and reception unfolded effortlessly – relaxed, joyful, and deeply personal.

Photographed in a mix of digital and 35 mm film (both colour and black-and-white), the images reflect the tone of the day: timeless, design-led, and human. My approach is always rooted in art, fashion, and connection, blending documentary honesty with editorial influences. As the evening light faded over the lake, guests were treated to an impromptu performance from Abandoman, whose energy carried well into the night. It was one of those weddings that reminded me why I love what I do – creating photographs that feel alive, atmospheric, and true to the people at the heart of it all.

A bride in an elegant white gown walks hand in hand with a groom in a white jacket by a waterfront, with sunlight highlighting the scene and greenery surrounding the path.
People relax by a pool with white umbrellas, overlooking a large lake surrounded by mountains. Palm trees line the area, and the sky is partly cloudy, creating a serene and luxurious atmosphere.
A person with long hair, seen from behind, looks out over a calm lake with mountain ranges and scattered clouds in the background on a sunny day.

“Will and I love them! They look amazing. ✨👌🏼
Especially love the photos with my dad, Will and the groomsmen, us walking around the venue. The boat photos are epic. The comedian photos really show how much everyone was in fits and laughter, and lol at the party photos, especially us on our friends shoulders!”

– Frankie and Will

A black-and-white photo of a motorboat on a lake, with tree-covered mountains and a small town in the background. The scene is calm, with gentle waves on the water and a distant boat visible near the shoreline.
A yellow villa with tall windows and manicured greenery sits by a lake, backed by tree-covered mountains and a partly cloudy sky. Curved pathways and trimmed lawns surround the building.
A joyful bride and groom stand outdoors, arm in arm, celebrating. The groom wears a white tuxedo jacket and the bride wears a lace wedding dress, holding a bouquet aloft. Both are smiling with mouths open in excitement.
A bride in a white wedding gown and long veil holds a bouquet while walking outdoors, with a man in a tuxedo holding her train. Theyre surrounded by trees and greenery near a lake with mountains in the background.
A rocky, tree-covered cliff rises beside a calm lake, with lush green mountains in the background beneath a cloudy sky.
Three people ride in a vintage wooden motorboat on a lake, with lush greenery and a villa on a hillside in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A bride in a lace gown and veil walks hand-in-hand with a groom in a white jacket down an outdoor flower-lined aisle, surrounded by guests in formal attire under bright sunlight.
A long, elegant banquet table is set for an event with floral centerpieces, tall candles, green and white table runners, and cream-colored chairs in a lush, greenery-filled room with chandeliers.
A bride and groom stand facing each other at an outdoor wedding ceremony under a vine-covered arch, surrounded by guests seated on either side, with a scenic lake and mountains in the background.
A well-dressed man in a tuxedo and sunglasses poses with a woman in a light beige, one-shoulder dress holding a bouquet of white roses at a formal outdoor event, surrounded by other guests.
A close-up of an elegant table setting with layered plates, a fork and knife, crystal glassware, a lit candle, and a menu card reading Georgina Jampson Menu on a floral tablecloth.
A bride and groom walk hand in hand outdoors. The groom wears a white tuxedo jacket and sunglasses; the bride wears a white lace wedding gown and sunglasses. They are surrounded by lush greenery and stone railings.
Two women kneel and laugh together at a party, holding drinks, surrounded by colorful lights and blurred people dancing in the background.
Three smiling women pose together at an outdoor event. The woman in the middle kisses the woman on the left on the cheek. They are dressed in elegant, floral-patterned dresses and hold drinks, with guests and greenery in the background.
A man in a white tuxedo jacket and bow tie adjusts his cufflink while standing next to a window, lit by natural light, in a softly decorated room. The image is in black and white.
Four people ride in a vintage wooden speedboat on a lake, surrounded by mountains and blue sky. The water is calm and an Italian flag is visible on the boats stern. The group appears relaxed and is enjoying the scenery.
A bride in a long, lace wedding gown and a groom in a white jacket and black pants walk hand in hand outdoors under large trees, with sunlight filtering through the leaves.
A formally dressed waiter carries a large, round berry tart at a lively indoor event; guests in elegant attire, including a woman in a red dress, mingle and hold drinks in the warmly lit atmosphere.
A woman in a sparkling gold dress sits on a man’s shoulders at a lively party, both smiling and raising their arms as people dance and cheer around them under colorful lights.
A bride in an elaborate wedding dress with a long, lacy train stands in an elegant hallway with ornate ceiling details, mirrors, and antique furniture. The image is black and white.
A wedding party poses outdoors on a gravel path with greenery around. The group includes bridesmaids in champagne dresses, groomsmen in black tuxedos, and a bride and groom at the center, all smiling at the camera.
Three men in tuxedos, one in a white jacket and two in black, walk down stone steps outdoors on a sunny day, smiling. Large potted plants and palm trees decorate the scene behind them.
A bride in a long white gown and a groom in a white jacket walk hand in hand up a curving path toward a large, rounded tree and a house, with greenery and blue sky in the background.

Weddings like Frankie and Will’s remind me why Lake Como holds such timeless appeal. The combination of light, landscape, and architecture creates something cinematic, yet still intimate. Photographing at Villa del Balbianello is always an experience that lingers; every frame offers texture, movement, and emotion in equal measure. If you’re planning your own destination wedding in Italy and drawn to editorial, art-driven photography, I’d love to hear about your plans, whether it’s Lake Como, Puglia, or somewhere entirely your own.

Supplier Shoutout;

Venue – @villadelbalbianello
Planner – @georgialouiseweddings
Video – @dandolanfilms
MUA and Hair – @thestudiocomo
2nd Photographer – @robjames.co
Catering – @sunlake.catering 
Celebrant – @theitalianweddingcelebrants
Stationary – @lettera_ele_

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