Real Bride Ariana’s Cape Cod Wedding Wearing Radius by Ines Di Santo

Written By Patricia Azze

Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?

Alex and I met on Hinge and hit it off right away. Over the next several years, we built a life together—traveling, celebrating friends’ weddings, spending time with family, and renovating  our home.

Alex proposed on the beach at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida, where my parents live. He surprised me by having both of our parents there, along with my best friend Aly and her husband. Afterward, we celebrated at Lola 41 with Aperol Spritzes, great food, and so much excitement for what was ahead. It was simple, thoughtful, and very us.


When you started planning your wedding, what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?

We started planning our wedding in March of 2025. From the beginning, I had a very specific vision: Taylor Swift’s Lover era meets LoveShackFancy. I envisioned hydrangeas, a waterfront setting, a packed dance floor, and an elevated but personal feel.

It came together exactly how I imagined it. The color palette was light blue, pale pink, and green, with hydrangeas woven throughout. My bridesmaids wore V. Chapman Victorian Blue Roses dresses, which fit the aesthetic perfectly. Bringing that vision to life at Oyster Harbors Club made it even more special.


What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?

We were all about creating a great party. We wanted amazing food, strong drinks, and a dance floor that stayed full all night. Music was a huge priority, and our band absolutely crushed it. More than anything, we wanted the weekend to feel fun, relaxed, and full of energy.


How did you decide on the location?

Cape Cod was an easy choice because it has been such a big part of our relationship. Alex grew up spending summers there, and over the years I fell in love with it through trips together, time with his family, and memories with friends who took us on boat rides, trips to Martha’s Vineyard, and adventures around Falmouth. By the time we got engaged, it already felt like an important part of our story, and Oyster Harbors Club was the perfect place to celebrate.


Let’s talk dress! Give us all the deets!

I chose the Ines Di Santo Radius gown, which was actually the fifth dress I tried on at Chic Parisien. I always knew I wanted something fitted, detailed, fashion-forward, and timeless, and this dress checked every box. It featured a beautiful tulle finish with a soft blush undertone, structured boning, and floral appliqués that felt perfect for a Cape Cod wedding.

Shopping with my mom was such a special memory, and the team at Chic Parisien truly understood my vision. Once I put on the Radius gown, I knew it was the one.

How did your family, friends, etc. play into your wedding planning and wedding day?

They played a huge role. Every member of our family is so important to us, and they were incredibly involved throughout the entire process. They constantly checked in, shared in our excitement, and made the months leading up to the wedding feel so special—the anticipation and excitement leading up to it was truly the best feeling.

My mom was with me every step of the way and was such a source of support throughout the planning process. My wedding planner, Rachel Rincon of Blue Hydrangea Events, was instrumental in bringing my vision to life. My girlfriends were also incredibly involved and supportive throughout the entire process, and I was constantly texting them ideas and details. I especially have to call out my best friend Katelyn, who is an interior designer—she weighed in on countless design decisions, and her eye for aesthetics was invaluable.

Having our families and friends there to celebrate made the weekend feel even more meaningful.


What’s one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don’t think you’ll ever forget?

Without a doubt, our ceremony. Our officiant, Mike Soderberg, gave a speech that perfectly captured our relationship, our personalities, and the journey that brought us to that moment. There wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd. He also spoke beautifully about Cape Cod and what it has meant to us throughout our relationship, which made the ceremony feel even more personal. Looking out at all of our family and friends while listening to his words is a moment I’ll never forget. It felt like the perfect reflection of not only our relationship, but also the place that played such a big role in our story.


How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?

I wanted to look like myself, just an elevated version. I wore my hair down in soft waves and chose glowy makeup that enhanced my features while still feeling natural. My goal was to feel polished and timeless while still looking completely like myself.


Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?

I have to give a special shoutout to our photographer, Holly Felts. She traveled all the way from Oklahoma and is truly an incredible talent. Holly had photographed one of my close friends’ weddings in South Carolina, so she already knew many of us before our wedding weekend, which made having her there feel even more special.

Her work is phenomenal, and she has such a gift for capturing every moment and detail in a way that feels authentic and timeless. The coloring and tones in her photos captured Cape Cod so beautifully, and every image brings us right back to the feeling of the day. We couldn’t have imagined anyone better documenting our wedding.

That said, all of our vendors were absolutely amazing. Every single person brought so much talent, professionalism, and care to the weekend, and we feel incredibly lucky to have worked with such an exceptional team.


Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?

We’re heading to Italy for our honeymoon in August, splitting our time between the Italian Riviera, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast. We’re most excited to slow down, spend time together, enjoy incredible food and beautiful scenery, and celebrate the start of married life together. And of course, we can’t wait for plenty of Aperol Spritzes along the way.


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