A Modern Lemon-Inspired Celebration at an Austrian Winery
Photographed by Sandy Alonso Photography
Katharina and Dominik’s wedding at Winery Hans Igler was a lesson in how the right setting can feel just as magical as the destination you first dreamed of. While they once pictured vows under Italian olive trees, life’s circumstances shifted their plans closer to home. “The where never mattered as much as the who,” says photographer Sandy Alonso, capturing a celebration infused with the intimacy only familiarity can bring.
The couple embraced the winery’s warm, architectural character, transforming its spaces with crisp white details, soft draping, and playful pops of citrus. Lemons became a signature motif, appearing on the stationery, the table décor, and even in the tiers of their wedding cake — a subtle nod to the Italian inspiration that first sparked their vision. The effect was fresh, modern, and joyful, perfectly suiting the summer setting.
Ceremony and reception flowed seamlessly under the venue’s striking timber roof, where fairy lights wove through the beams above guests. The layout encouraged conversation and connection, making every toast, shared plate, and laugh feel close-knit. For couples exploring wedding venues in Austria, Winery Hans Igler offers that rare blend of architectural interest and relaxed, welcoming charm.
Katharina’s one-shoulder gown was paired with sheer dotted gloves and a pearl headband, an effortless balance of minimalism and romance. Dominik’s soft blue suit added a refined yet relaxed edge, complementing the palette without overpowering it. “Amore? Oh yes. Plenty of it. More than ever,” Sandy recalls, a sentiment that shines through in every frame.
From the personalised limoncello favours to the lemon-and-leaf centrepieces, every detail felt connected — a celebration not of a single destination, but of the couple’s story, their people, and the joy of being exactly where they were meant to be. Proof that inspiration can travel, even when you don’t.
Wedding team
PHOTOGRAPHER: @sandyalonsophotography
HAIR & MAKEUP: @karina.magneby
VENUE: @weinguthansigler
SYMBOLIC CEREMONY: @_freigeistin_