Steve and Lizzy: An Anniversary Session in Varenna on Lake Como

August 14, 2015

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Our first night in Lake Como, Thomas and I met Steve and Lizzy at dinner. We were sitting at the adjacent table, and when we were just about finished with dinner, Lizzy leaned over and asked us if we’d like our photo taken. Clearly, we had been nerding out and taking photos of the scenery and of our food, so she expected us to want a photo of ourselves (silly Americans). Well, we weren’t even sure we wanted a photo of our sunburned-selves, but we said yes.

We began chatting with them and by the end of the evening we knew we wanted to keep in touch with them. We offered to take their photos a few days later. Initially, they were a bit hesitant and didn’t want us to “work” on our holiday – but come on! Taking photos of an adorable couple in Lake Como?! They were doing us the favor!

On Monday morning, we hiked up to the top of Menaggio to collect them from their hotel. While we walked through the town we heard their story – and it was adorable. They were introduced through mutual friends. They hung out a few times and then set up a date for when they returned from Christmas break.

The morning of their first date, Lizzy headed to the library to return a dozen books. Of course, she was rushing, tripped in the mud, and tore her sweatpants while her books went flying. She claims her hair was a mess too. Walking into the library, she saw Steve at the top of the stairs. She was mortified, but still mustered enough courage to go on their date that evening.

Later that evening, they met for their date. Everything went smoothly – the conversation flowed and they really hit it off. At the end of the meal, she flung her coat around to put it on before braving the December wind. Well, her coat hit a table filled with wine glasses and they all toppled to the ground, creating a cacophony of noise. Apparently Steve found it absolutely adorable and that is how their love story began!

Now, Steve and Lizzy have been married for three years and they are loving life. They jet set around Europe on their holidays – what could be better?

We loved getting to know them and taking some “anniversary” photos for them around Lake Como. After meeting them in Menaggio, we took the ferry over to Varenna and explored Villa Monastero – which was a stunning backdrop.

I’m so grateful that we were introduced to these two and even more thankful that they let us take their photos!

Steve and Lizzy – I’m hoping with all of my heart that our paths cross again in the near future. You always have a place to stay if you find yourselves in Florida! Thank you so much for spending the morning with us and buying us gelato!

We are so thrilled to see this session featured over on Trendy Bride!

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