Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Celebrity Weddings Exclusive: Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Formal Destination Wedding in Lake Como, Italy By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Chrissy and John Aaron Delesie They had a mutual friend who thought they'd be great together. But since John Legend is a singer, Chrissy Teigen is a model, and their pal is a director, he didn't just send an introductory e-mail. Instead, he suggested that John cast Chrissy in the video for his song "Stereo," in 2006. "The shoot was pretty up close and personal, and I got to know her big personality—she's very fun, very clever, very gregarious," John recalls. "It's not the normal way to court someone, but hey, it worked." Worked so well, in fact, that seven years—and one day—after that first meeting, on September 14, 2013, Chrissy and John wed in front of 125 loved ones on the banks of Italy's Lake Como. Click through to see their exclusive wedding photos! Our Favorite Celebrity Wedding Photos 01 of 15 Pinpointing a Location Aaron Delesie John had proposed on a beach in the Maldives almost two years earlier, but it took a while for the pair to settle on a venue that, says John, "fit the rustic-chic, elegant-but-not-too-glossy" look the couple was going for. Originally, they chose a farm in the South that their planner, Lisa Vorce, recommended. "For a minute, I was like, 'I'm going to wear cowboy boots with my dress!'" says Chrissy. "Then I realized, that's just not me." Finally, they hit on the answer. "One of the first vacations we took together was to Lake Como, so we thought it would be nice to marry where we fell in love," says John. 02 of 15 An Inviting Suite Invitations, by Wiley Valentine, were letterpressed on hand-torn paper and sent with the weekend's leather-bound itinerary, which was letterpressed with an antique Italian crest. Vintage Wedding Invitation Inspo 03 of 15 Welcoming Gifts Upon arrival, guests received a box that included Prosecco in linen bags screenprinted with the toast "Cin Cin." Welcome Bags from Real Weddings 04 of 15 Blushing Bridesmaids Aaron Delesie Chrissy's eight bridesmaids (including fellow model Brooklyn Decker, far right) wore Amsale gowns in blush hues, which complemented the taupe and peach ribbons that tied their bouquets. Celebrity Bridesmaids Who Stood By Their Besties On the Big Day 05 of 15 Regal Programs Programs were letterpressed with the crest motif that appeared on the invitations and bound with waxed cord. Our Best Wedding Program Ideas 06 of 15 Coming Up Roses Sachets printed with the couple's crest held cream rose petals for a recessional toss. Creative Wedding Exit Toss Ideas 07 of 15 It's Official! Aaron Delesie Chrissy and John's first kiss as man and wife was worth the wait; the pair weren't even distracted by the villa's astounding view of Lake Como. 08 of 15 Lush Lakeside Décor The escort-card table was topped with an abundant arrangement that echoed the lush lakeside surroundings. It included soft coral amaryllis, finesse roses, lydia spray roses, eucalyptus, ivy, olive branches, and two-toned magnolia leaves. Outdoor Escort Card Displays 09 of 15 Table With a View Tables were set with tapers in handblown glass holders and moss-lined woven metal baskets filled with hydrangeas, roses, snowberries, olive branches, hellebores, oregano, eucalyptus, magnolias, and ivy. 10 of 15 A Quick Wardrobe Change "Each time I went for a fitting, I saw another awesome gown," says Chrissy, here in her Vera Wang "dinner dress" with John. 11 of 15 A Towering Confection Aaron Delesie A four-tiered carrot cake by AFM Banqueting Milano, layered with cream cheese frosting, served as their "torta nuzzle." Incredible Naked Cakes for Your Wedding 12 of 15 A Dress for Dancing Aaron Delesie The newlyweds cut a rug. Chrissy wore a red dress she found the last time she tried on her ceremony gown and "bought it right off the rack." Red Wedding Dresses That'll Leave You Re-Thinking White 13 of 15 Chic Getaway Aaron Delesie A vintage Silver Cloud Rolls-Royce, bearing a "married today!" sign in Italian, made for a romantic getaway back to the Villa d'Este, where the couple stayed. Wedding Getaway Car Ideas 14 of 15 Sources Aaron Delesie Location: Villa PizzoEvent design and production: Lisa Vorce Co. Catering and cake: AFM Banqueting Milano Floral and event design: Mindy Rice Photography: Aaron Delesie Stationery: Wiley Valentine Sound and lighting: Blunotte Eventi DJ: Biz MarkieSpecialty decor: Rattiflora Bride's gowns: Vera WangBride's shoes: Christian LouboutinHair: Juan Carlos Maciques of See Management for Rita Hazan Salon Makeup: Natalie Livingston for Rita Hazan Salon Local production support: Rachel Birthistle of Lake Como Wedding PlannersTransportation: Simone Sala Car Service 15 of 15 Get the Full Story! But wait, want to see more? There's a lot! Check out more exclusive photos and details, including the couple's Thai water blessing and celebrity guests (who also performed), featured in the magazine, now on newsstands, or available to download. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit