SNEAK PEEK: Cristalle Belo's breathtaking wedding venue + nuptial preparations

It's every bride's dream wedding destination. At the Villa Erba in Italy, one is transported back to a time of chivalry and brave knights. Creeping vines and a terrace overlooking the main entrance reminds one of Romeo and Juliet. And Cristalle Belo is the lucky bride who will say her I do's in this breathtaking location.

With just three more months until the big day, it’s all systems go for Cristalle Belo’s wedding this coming September.

Cristalle just got back from Italy, where she checked out the villas in Lake Como for the perfect wedding venue, met with wedding suppliers, and delighted in food tasting.

According to a report by Merla Fernandez on Pep.ph Cristalle and her fiancé, Australian hotelier Justin Pitt, finally decided on Villa Erba, a 19th centrury villa situated in an impressive 24 acres of immaculate gardens and towering trees.

Villa Erba boasts a long driveway lined with majestic trees. From behind the trees, one catches a glimpse of the villa’s stone pillars, with mountain peaks in the background.

What I’ve always dreamt my wedding venue to be like!???? #PITTureperfect thank you @justinpitt77 for driving and @direkjavi for humming! Hahaha #FutureMrsPitt
A video posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Apr 26, 2016 at 11:07pm PDT

Upon reaching the villa, one is transported back to a time of chivalry and brave knights. Creeping vines cover its exterior, and a terrace overlooking the main entrance reminds one of Romeo and Juliet.

The Villa was built by Luigi Erba, brother of the prominent businessman Carlo Erba (founder of the first Italian pharmaceutical company), to show off his wealth. It also happens to be the setting of the movie Ocean’s Twelve.

???????????? it’s definitely #PITTureperfect ???? xoxo, #FutureMrsPitt
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Apr 26, 2016 at 11:52pm PDT

If one is lucky, the spectacle of blooming flowers in the expansive garden is an unparalleled treat.

It’s that time of the year when the flowers are out!???????? #PITTurePerfect
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Jun 18, 2016 at 4:18am PDT

God as my florist!???????? #PitturePerfect #VillaErba
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Jun 19, 2016 at 3:19am PDT

Click next to see more photos of the breathtaking location

The interiors

The interiors are softly lit, with high, intricately carved ceilings.

Wedding supplier meetings in this venue???? it’s just #PITTurePerfect ???? @direkjavi @justinpitt77
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Apr 29, 2016 at 6:55am PDT

Chandeliers, soft yellow lights, heavy doors, and wall tapestries complement the romantic ambience of the dining room, where the couple sampled food for their wedding menu.

Food tasting???? #PITTurePerfect
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Apr 26, 2016 at 7:10am PDT

Click next to see the beautiful lake view from the villa

The view

Villa Erba is not just a beautiful, romantic estate. It also offers guests a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains.

Making major decisions! This wedding thing is a meeting of the minds… Not easy!haha ???? @justinpitt77 #PITTureperfect #FutureMrsPitt ???? @direkjavi
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Apr 28, 2016 at 1:04am PDT

I finally was able to bring my mom to my dream venue! I walked her through the wedding day plan.???? @victoria_belo #PITTurePerfect
A photo posted by Cristalle Belo Henares (@cristallebelo) on Jun 18, 2016 at 4:05am PDT

We can’t wait ’til the big day! Congratulations in advance to the beautiful couple.

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