Edoardo Ferragamo and Elizabeth Stankus’s Portofino Wedding Featured Custom Fashion and a Rock Concert

When it came to fashion, it was no surprise that the bride and groom chose to wear Ferragamo every step of the way. Elizabeth began her celebrations in a sequined dress from the spring 2025 collectsion—and followed the rest of the weekend in custom dresses and shoes designed by Ferragamo creative director Maximilian Davis. “For the welcome party, Max and I dreamed up something especially meaningful: We re-created the dress I wore on my and Edo’s very first date,” says Elizabeth. “He elevated the original inspiration beautifully—so much so that Edo recognized it instantly—while giving it a subtle Ferragamo twist. To navigate Portofino’s cobblestone streets, I paired the dress with custom off-white patent-leather open-toe wedges.” For his look to welcome guests and rock out on the piazza, Edo wore an off-white suit and white linen shirt, along with custom navy leather loafers.

When the wedding day arrived, the bride, groom, and their guests dressed in black tie. “In Italy, men typically wear morning suits for weddings, whereas in America the custom is black tie. Because Elizabeth is American and I am Italian, it was important for us to balance both traditions,” says Edo. “With my personal style and identity as a musician, a tuxedo felt more authentic to me.” The groom donned a custom Ferragamo tuxedo as well as black patent-leather slippers made especially for the day.

While Elizabeth would wear custom Ferragamo satin platforms for her walk down the aisle, she ultimately decided to wear the first dress she tried on—a laser-cut gown by Oscar de la Renta. “I couldn’t stop thinking about it: The architectural beauty of the design felt like a true work of art, and it perfectly suited the theme of our outdoor Italian garden party following the church service,” she says. She accessorized the gown with sparkling jewelry by Jacob & Co.

As the evening continued, the bride would slip into two additional numbers to fête her marriage. “After the aperitivo, I changed into a sleek strapless gown with a cummerbund train, inspired by my favorite timeless icons Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Grace Kelly, and Audrey Hepburn. Designed by Max for Ferragamo, it was paired with custom off-white patent-leather slingbacks,” she shares. Her final custom look was designed to evoke 1970s glamour: “A flowing silk halter gown designed by Max that moved effortlessly on the dance floor.”

On Saturday, July 19, the couple exchanged vows at Chiesa del Divo Martino, which was lightly decorated in florals in white, green, and soft pink. “It was very important to Elizabeth and me to be married in the church, with two very special priests officiating: my dear uncle, Padre Marco, and our close friend Padre Bernardo of the Basilica di San Miniato in Florence,” says Edo. “The moment I stepped inside and heard the beautiful string quartet, surrounded by the smiling faces of our family and friends, I was overwhelmed with joy and, of course, anticipation for Elizabeth’s arrival.”

“Despite all the nerves leading up to this moment, the instant I stepped into the church and saw Edo’s face, I felt completely at peace—like I was home,” the bride recalls. “From that point on, we were simply elated, grinning ear to ear!”

Once the couple were officially wed, they headed with their guests to La Cervara for apertivo, dinner, and dancing. “We did hit a small obstacle when a surprise rain shower rolled in during aperitivo, but only for about 15 minutes,” shares Edo. “And as we say in Italy, Sposa bagnata, sposa fortunata—a wet bride is a lucky bride!” Another surprise at the reception? After dinner, Edo gave a performance of an original song he wrote for his new wife called “Elizabeth.” The groom says, “It was the most heartfelt way I could express everything I felt in that moment.”

After a night full of dancing, the party was far from over. “The very next day, we boarded [the yacht] Curiosity with our closest friends for a ‘friendsmoon,’ cruising along the coast to Saint-Tropez. We knew it would feel too abrupt to wrap up the celebrations immediately, and this felt like the perfect way to extend the joy and gently phase out the festivities,” says Elizabeth.

“It truly felt like a gift to spend that week with our friends, giving us the chance to slow down and process the wedding together,” Edo concludes. “Especially since the day itself felt like such a beautiful whirlwind!”