Elisabeth & Phil
September 2023 | Private Villa | Formentera
CELEBRATION Intimate two-day gathering | STYLE Relaxed Balearic elegance, personal vows, organic design | PLANNING & DESIGN Ibiza Wedding
Elisabeth & Phil’s celebration was a gentle reminder that weddings don’t have to follow tradition to feel meaningful. Set across two days on the shores of Formentera, their wedding was intimate, joyful and deeply rooted in connection — with each other, with their loved ones and with the moment itself.
Hosted at a private, luxury seafront villa, the setting felt effortlessly Balearic. Sun-warmed stone, open skies, and the endless rhythm of the sea created a backdrop that was relaxed yet profoundly moving — the perfect place for a celebration designed around presence rather than performance, something that was incredibly important for the couple.
Day One: A Seaside “I Do”
On the first day, Elisabeth & Phil gathered a close circle of family and friends on a wooden deck overlooking the sea, where they exchanged vows just metres from the water’s edge. In a beautifully non-traditional choice, the couple wrote their vows together, shaping words that felt honest, shared and entirely their own. Words that would be spoken to reflect their shared journey and mutual commitment. The ceremony felt authentic and a genuine reflection of them as a couple.
Grounding the day in quiet intimacy before stepping into the ceremony, the vows were emotional yet light, spiritual without formality — a reflection of their desire to truly be in the experience, rather than rush through it.
The bride wore a fun, flowing and elegant embroidered cocktail length dress for the ceremony, perfectly suited to the natural surroundings and the understated beauty of the setting. Nothing felt overstyled; everything felt intentional & real.
Day Two: Togetherness, Celebration & Flow
The following day unfolded as a continuation rather than a repeat — beginning with a meaningful moment as Elisabeth & Phil helped each other get dressed, choosing to start the day side by side, grounded and present. Elisabeth wore a simple, drop backed, modern second dress — understated, elegant, and entirely reflective of the relaxed tone of the day.
Guests were welcomed with cocktails on the deck whilst a Spanish guitarist played- conversation flowed easily and the atmosphere felt warm and familiar. It was a gentle re-entry into celebration — unhurried and joyful. A fun personal detail of the celebration was the couple’s guest book: an Ibiza Bohemia book, where guests were invited to choose any page and leave a note or reflection. A collection of words and sentiments that now holds the spirit of the weekend forever.
After cocktails, the celebration moved into its next chapter. Dinner was hosted outdoors on the villa terrace, where design and styling by our team brought an organic, Balearic aesthetic to life. Natural textures, soft tones, and thoughtful details created a setting that felt relaxed yet beautifully curated. Décor elements from Velvet Circus and Atelier de Kentia Formentera layered the space with warmth, and personal touches throughout.
As night fell, the celebration transitioned once more, moving into the courtyard for dancing under the stars. Candlelight, thousands of fairy lights, music provided by well known Ibiza resident DJ Tom Grimes and laughter filled the space as the evening unfolded naturally into a joyful, carefree party — the perfect ending to a weekend rooted in connection.
A two-day celebration that honoured love in its most honest form, this Formentera wedding was intimate, joyful, and unforgettable. Captured beautifully by the uber talented photographer Ana Lui, Elisabeth & Phil’s celebration is a reminder that weddings can be slow, soulful and deeply personal — shaped not by expectation, but by intention.
THE CREATIVE TEAM
Planning & Design: Ibiza Wedding | Photography: Ana Lui | Venue: Private Villa, Formentera | Decor Design & Styling: Ibiza Wedding | Decor Hire: Velvet Circus & Atelier de Kentia Formentera | DJ: Tom Grimes | Florals: Flowers Ibiza | Catering: Le Grande Bouffe Ibiza
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