Silja & Rando’s Destination Wedding in Ericeira Portugal
This day was more than just a celebration it was a reflection of the couple’s love, personality, surrounded with their closest friends and family. Set in the west coast of Portugal, this wedding beautifully blended romance, natural beauty, and heartfelt traditions. With golden sunlight filtering through the ruins, laughter echoing in the air, and the scent of fresh florals all around, it was a day of elegance and genuine emotion.
The Love Story
Silja and Rando came to Portugal to get married. Then they loved it so much they just… stayed. Not forever, but long enough to soak in the Ericeira life, and let their dog claim his own sunbathing spot. These two are the definition of fun and always up for a great party. Silja is the creative whirlwind, the one who comes up with wild ideas, and Rando is the calm, tech-savvy guy with the warmest smile, making sure her brilliant schemes don’t end with, “Okay… but where are our passports?”
the Perfect Venue
For a couple as vibrant as Silja and Rando, the venue had to match their energy. Casa Paço D’Ilhas, a quirky, colorful hideaway that’s part boutique hotel, part bohemian. It’s relaxed, it’s a little eccentric, and it has that “just go with the flow” kind of charm that fits them perfectly. The dinner setup? A long table under a trellis of grapevines, bathed in golden light, great food, in a summer night was the perfect set for these two and their closest people.
The CEREMONY Plan
The ceremony took place in the ruins of a 14th-century palace, one of the corners of this venue. Because if you’re going to say “I do,” why not do it with some flair? Their dog had the prestigious role of ring bearer and absolutely nailed it (if “nailed it” means trotting down the aisle like he owned the place). The ceremony itself was short, sweet, with happy tears and no unnecessary extras. Just love, good vibes and let´s get this party started!
The Attire
Silja and Rando kept things stylish but comfortable, proving that looking good doesn’t have to mean suffering in stiff fabrics. Silja, being the creative force she is, looked effortlessly cool, while Rando balanced her energy with his low-key but still stylish look. Their guests followed suit, nothing too formal, just an easy, chic summer style that felt right at home with the relaxed energy of the day.
Capturing the Moments
From the moment the cocktails started flowing, you knew this was going to be a party. Kids were splashing around in the pool, guests were sun-soaked and hugging like long-lost friends, and the whole place just radiated happiness. Then came dinner under the stars, the kind of warm summer night where no one checks the time because they don’t want it to end.
And then the dance floor. This wasn’t just any dance floor; this was legendary. Because just when Silja thought the party couldn’t get any better, her friends pulled off a full-blown secret flash mob. Not only did she love it, but she somehow ended up dancing on their shoulders like a rockstar. Rando, ever the supportive husband, cheered her on, probably wondering if this was part of the plan or just a very Silja thing to happen. Thank you guys! It was an honour to be part of and document your day!!
