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The Art of Getting Ready

Cascais, Portugal · Albatroz Hotel

The most memorable wedding days don't begin at the ceremony, they begin in the quiet moments before. A relaxed morning, a nourishing meal, meaningful time with your closest friends and family, and a thoughtfully crafted timeline create the foundation for a day that feels calm, intentional, and unforgettable. At Ives & Ivory, we believe these first moments deserve just as much care as every celebration that follows.

Albatroz Hotel exterior in Cascais, Portugal Albatroz Hotel terrace perched above the cliffside Aerial view of the Cascais coastline and beach Aerial view of the Cascais beach and town View of the beach with palm trees and sailboats Fruit tarts plated for the getting-ready breakfast Spread of canapés served during getting-ready Groomsmen enjoying appetizers before the ceremony Bride getting ready in a sunlit room with a chandelier View through the doorway of the getting-ready room View through the archway of guests getting ready Guest having her hair styled before the ceremony Guest having her makeup applied Guest laughing candidly while getting ready Bride smiling candidly while getting ready Bridesmaids sharing a candid toast together Bridesmaids laughing together in front of an azulejo tile mural Bride and groom sharing a playful candid moment Groomsmen gathered together while getting ready Bridesmaids raising champagne glasses on a seaside terrace Bridesmaids toasting champagne beneath a carved wood ceiling Bridesmaids covering their eyes on the staircase before the reveal Bride descending the staircase in her wedding gown Groomsmen raising a champagne toast against a yellow courtyard wall Three groomsmen laughing together with champagne Groom's tuxedo jacket hanging above the fireplace mantel Groomsmen helping lace up shoes before the ceremony Groomsman seated with feet up, surrounded by the wedding party Full groomsmen party portrait in black tuxedos Groom leaning against a yellow wall overlooking the Cascais coastline Groom leaning in a doorway of the Albatroz Hotel