Jenna & Zachary

Jenna Lochiatto and Zachary Crowley’s wedding in Portofino, Italy, was both a celebration of their love story and a deeply emotional tribute to Jenna’s late mother. The couple met at Bucknell University and later reconnected in New York City, where Zach proposed on a rooftop in Brooklyn. They chose a destination wedding at the historic La Cervara abbey near Portofino to share their love of travel and Italian heritage with family and friends. Tragically, Jenna’s mother, who had been instrumental in planning the wedding and discovering the venue, passed away the day before an earlier U.S. ceremony meant to include her, leaving Jenna determined to honor her memory throughout the Italian celebration.

To keep her mother’s spirit present, Jenna wove personal details into every element of the weekend: floral motifs nodding to her mother’s passions, custom fashion inspired by her wardrobe, and meaningful accessories such as earrings from Zach’s mother and heirlooms with sentimental value. The celebration spanned multiple events with thoughtful design and heartfelt moments, including bells that rang during the vows and a white butterfly appearing during the couple’s first dance—symbols that deeply moved the bride and guests. Their wedding combined timeless elegance, thoughtful personalization, and emotional resonance, creating a memorable tribute to love and family.

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