A mini wedding at Quinta do Outeiro, Douro Valley
Akira and Justin were married on the 30th of May 2026 at Quinta do Outeiro, in the Douro Valley, with 35 of their closest people around them.
They got ready in the old rooms of the house and saw each other for the first time under a pergola of twisted wooden branches in the garden. The ceremony took place on the terrace above the vineyards, with white and blush flowers on tall stands. One chair was kept in loving memory of those who could not be there, and a small photo travelled with Akira on her bouquet. They walked back down the aisle through a crowd of ribbon wands.
After golden hour by the vines, dinner was served at round tables on the terrace, under string lights, with a sweetheart table just for the two of them. Every guest took home a favour in a blue and white tile box. The night ended with a sparkler send off and a dance floor that stayed full until the last song.
With a small guest list, there was time for everyone. We planned and coordinated the wedding, from the first call to the day itself.
Photography: Conta-me Como Foi. Video: We Love Film. Decor and flowers: Maria Papoila. Stationery: Miminhos da Rita. DJ: Fi. Venue: Quinta do Outeiro.
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