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How to Plan a Marriage Proposal on Lake Como

    You want a moment that steals your breath and feels truly yours. We’ll show you how to plan a calm, personal Lake Como proposal and how we capture natural, elegant Lake Como engagement photos that keep the focus on your story.



    Why Lake Como is perfect

    Yes — Lake Como is ideal if you want scenery and choice. We help you find privacy, pick the best light, and keep things effortless. Think stone lanes, quiet gardens, and water that feels like glass at sunrise. Do you already picture the moment, or shall we sketch it together?

    We keep it real: fewer poses, more feeling. You talk, laugh, and breathe; we guide gently and photograph honestly. Your Lake Como engagement becomes a set of images that look like you. Ready to start with a clear plan and less stress?

    Pro tip: Weekdays and early hours bring softer light and fewer onlookers. Would you love that calm?

    Scenic Lake Como proposal with a panoramic view of the Alps

    Where to propose

    Iconic villas

    Prefer classic Italian romance with manicured paths and terraces? Villas like Villa del Balbianello, Villa Monastero, and Villa Melzi offer refined corners for a quiet “yes.” Access and permissions vary by venue, and we handle the requests and timing for you. Would you enjoy privacy in a garden that feels yours alone?

    Private boat

    Want a moving backdrop and total focus on each other? A private boat at golden hour lets you ask mid-lake with the Alps behind you. After the hug, we drift past villas for portraits in dreamy light. Can you imagine the ring catching the sun as the water shimmers?

    Scenic towns & viewpoints

    Like intimate streets and pastel dawns? Varenna is calm at sunrise; Bellagio’s Punta Spartivento opens to three arms of the lake. Above Como, Brunate feels like a balcony in the sky. We match location to light, privacy, and your rhythm. Which look feels like your story?

    Pro tip: We always confirm site rules and where we can stand, so you can stay present in the moment.


    Capturing the beauty of your wedding day in a cinematic way

    Planning made simple

    Logistics first

    We map the light, draft a route, and secure permissions where needed. Some villas require permits and site fees for professional shooting; we’ll confirm options and costs before you decide. Ride-share is limited around the lake, so we pre-book taxis or water taxis and sync ferry timings. Does a seamless timeline sound good?

    The surprise, your way

    Prefer a “decoy” couple session or a true surprise stroll? We plan signals, positions, and a simple cue. You ask; we capture the gasp, the laugh, the embrace. Then we glide into relaxed portraits while the joy is fresh. What tiny personal touch — flowers, a song, a note — would make your moment yours?

    Pro tip: Keep the words short and sincere. A small card in your pocket helps if your heart races.


    When to propose

    Want the best mix of light and space? Aim for May, June, or September. You’ll find mild weather, lush gardens or warm sunsets, and fewer crowds than midsummer. Would sunrise or late evening fit your style?

    Planning July or August? Choose sunrise or sunset and reserve private slots early. Prefer quiet villages and cozy vibes? Winter is peaceful if you’re happy to bundle up. May is typically the rainiest month; October–November can also be wet.

    Pro tip: Book private boats 2–3 weeks ahead from May to September. Should we secure your slot now?


    Your Lake Como proposal photographer

    We are YEHUPOV PHOTO VIDEO STUDIO — Viktoriia & Volodymyr — a photographer + videographer duo based in Northern Italy. We’ve documented 200+ love stories here. We know when the paths are quiet, where the light turns golden, and how to keep you relaxed. Doesn’t it help when your team feels calm and friendly?

    We design routes that suit you and the venue rules. If aerials are allowed, we add tasteful angles; if not, we build elevated views from shore or boat. We deliver Lake Como engagement photos and films that feel authentic and timeless. Ready for images you’ll want to share the same night?

    Pro tip: Tell us one song that feels like “you.” We’ll time a moment to it and let the emotions lead.



    Proposal Packages – Photo & Video


    Contact Us – Wedding Photography & Videography in Italy

    4, via Caccia, Ghemme

    PRESS – YEHUPOV VIKTORIA & VOLODYMYR

    +39 3888 927 885

    victoriayehupova@gmail.com

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