--- title: "Eloping at Umbria, Italy - Shelby and Jack" description: "Shelby and Jack’s intimate garden elopement in Umbria, Italy, with planning by The Elopement Collective, Josh Withers and photography by House of Love." source: "https://elopementcollective.com/elopement/shelby-and-jack-in-umbria" markdown: "https://elopementcollective.com/blog/shelby-and-jack-in-tuscany.md" --- # Eloping at Umbria, Italy - Shelby and Jack Source: [View the website page](https://elopementcollective.com/elopement/shelby-and-jack-in-umbria) # Shelby and Jack in Umbria 15 Oct Written By [Josh Withers](https://elopementcollective.com/blog?author=6192ff422a680b33a88c27e0) ![A stone country building at the end of a gravel path lined with ornamental grasses, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/826e5a0ee587e1f9-hol-14.DfY5Jj2X_gxftX.webp) Umbria’s rolling hills and serene landscapes have long been a dream destination for intimate weddings, and nestled within this picturesque region is [a private garden retreat](https://elopementcollective.com/locations/umbria). This peaceful retreat provided the perfect backdrop for a stunning elopement that embodied the essence of love and simplicity. With its lush gardens, the scent of lavender and wildflowers in the air, and the timeless charm of its stone walls, the venue offered a setting that felt both intimate and grand. ![Softly blurred portrait of Shelby and Jack kissing in a grassy garden, her white bouquet by Le Francesche at her side, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/750f62a905d38663-hol-307.DFtzB8YO_a01yf.webp) The day was carefully planned by [The Elopement Collective](https://elopementcollective.com/), whose expert attention to detail ensured that every moment flowed seamlessly. Brittany, the mastermind behind the elopement’s elegant coordination, worked with a talented team to create a day that was as effortlessly beautiful as the surrounding countryside. [Josh Withers](https://marriedbyjosh.com/), a celebrant from [Tasmania](https://hobartcelebrant.au/), brought warmth and authenticity to the ceremony, while James from [House of Love](https://houseofloveweddings.com/) captured the occasion with his signature blend of artistry and film photography, giving the memories a timeless quality. ![Black-and-white photograph of Jack kissing Shelby’s head as she stands beside an open window, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/03d9bc5000e126b4-hol-46.BfAl-k1i_XML4G.webp) In the serene gardens of [a private garden retreat](https://elopementcollective.com/locations/umbria), surrounded by blooming flowers and ancient stone walls, a Brisbane couple exchanged vows. Shelby, a hairdresser, and Jack, an analyst, chose to celebrate their love in a quiet and personal way, making this moment their own. Shelby wore an elegant gown by [Kate Willa](https://katewilla.com/), its flowing, understated design perfectly complementing the natural beauty of the day. Jack, in a classic black tuxedo, stood by her side, the two of them a picture of timeless elegance in the heart of Umbria. Their portraits, taken in the garden’s peaceful nooks, captured the quiet joy they shared as they began this new chapter together. ![Jack reaching for Shelby’s hand as they step through a stone doorway, with her white bouquet by Le Francesche, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/4d79981f325ed117-hol-96.DXBrJJtJ_1Nq3Ha.webp) The florals, arranged by [Le Francesche](https://www.lefrancescheflowers.it/) from Umbria, added soft touches of local blooms, enhancing the natural beauty of the venue. In one particularly striking moment, Shelby and Jack stood hand in hand by the venue’s serene pool, their reflections mirrored in the still water—a symbol of the unity and commitment they celebrated that day. ![Shelby and Jack listening to celebrant Josh Withers beneath leafy garden trees, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/ba62a3b7ca6e6a45-hol-153.r_6c97xF_19P47f.webp) For those considering a destination elopement, Umbria offers a magical blend of history, beauty, and tranquility. [A private garden retreat](https://elopementcollective.com/locations/umbria), with its rich heritage and peaceful atmosphere, sets the stage for moments that feel timeless, yet deeply personal. In the heart of Italy, where nature and history converge, couples can find the perfect setting for a day that will linger in memory for years to come. [View fullsize ![A stone country building framed by trees and clipped garden plants, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/23753ee790bd736d-hol-1.DEprYdse_RDRlg.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/b182250a7133c7e1-hol-1.webp) [View fullsize ![Black-and-white close-up of pearl earrings and a beaded necklace on a textured surface, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/549335388fa76078-hol-6.0u5rsaJ0_PfL5o.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/549335388fa76078-hol-6.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby’s white Kate Willa wedding dress hanging against a rustic stone wall, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/e2035620aa082d91-hol-19.CGXOn4cz_ZzQKDU.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/e92585ff02a15e93-hol-19.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby smiling at her reflection in a round mirror with a white tissue near her face, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/00cf2b12f958816d-hol-10.BxPwyDHJ_1eyR6d.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/00cf2b12f958816d-hol-10.webp) [View fullsize ![Jack helping Shelby with her wedding dress beside an open window, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/4fef8d8746d6310a-hol-39.DvDTE87i_1cWhYn.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/4fef8d8746d6310a-hol-39.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby seated in her white Kate Willa dress while Jack stands beside her holding a drink, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/066b870095a4db78-hol-72.Bq7fmnGW_2c5Qn.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/066b870095a4db78-hol-72.webp) [View fullsize ![Close view of Shelby holding her white bouquet by Le Francesche beside a sunlit window, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/6ce5473b11253e32-hol-81.IwownhKX_UwQ7r.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/6ce5473b11253e32-hol-81.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack standing together on gravel in front of a vine-covered stone wall, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/d6aebf3d5ed69ae7-hol-106.BtAWdIuy_Z1rn56e.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/d6aebf3d5ed69ae7-hol-106.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack walking hand in hand across a gravel courtyard, her veil and dress trailing behind her, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/290b6db491c9e671-hol-135.BRLNtYaP_1YVvfe.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/290b6db491c9e671-hol-135.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack facing one another during their garden ceremony with celebrant Josh Withers, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/699ff2aafb322914-hol-144.Ch1imXxX_24zggY.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/699ff2aafb322914-hol-144.webp) [View fullsize ![Close view of Jack placing a wedding ring on Shelby’s hand with white flowers by Le Francesche in the foreground, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/bba77eaee0adb3ba-hol-182.BNjXUtBU_Z2lv0fL.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/f52ee97b3d1b3a17-hol-182.webp) [View fullsize ![Jack speaking to Shelby during their garden ceremony as Josh Withers holds the microphone, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/aefb44585fc4f21f-hol-160.BbwvvUGB_Z1esmrJ.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/aefb44585fc4f21f-hol-160.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack kissing among trees with white ceremony flowers by Le Francesche in the foreground, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/68a71c593143f2a3-hol-190.BZ9covNy_1i5np0.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/68a71c593143f2a3-hol-190.webp) [View fullsize ![Jack taking Shelby’s hand as she steps through a tall arched stone doorway, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/334e4b7c85e921c2-hol-204.DCurDpHW_Z1IpQ9F.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/8c144b95d85cb495-hol-204.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby resting her hands around Jack’s face as they smile together beside a brick doorway, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/0b2d83cf7aed80f5-hol-233.Dh-PwFO5_Zn45DC.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/a541796b3b74e085-hol-233.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack kissing among lavender plants beside an old stone building, her bouquet by Le Francesche in hand, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/2e0694a9d8132444-hol-248.CU-iSRlV_Z1j4G5f.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/44f26a6b152559d8-hol-248.webp) [View fullsize ![Black-and-white photograph with motion blur of Shelby and Jack kissing, her bouquet by Le Francesche beside them, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/2238b275bdbb3e56-hol-271.BgwRH3mt_1VRBPe.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/804d1eb39d90e8eb-hol-271.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby beneath her sheer veil, wearing her white Kate Willa dress among garden trees, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/d463739a924a64ff-hol-295.Ckj7gbD2_Z2rFABl.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/d463739a924a64ff-hol-295.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby leading Jack along a gravel path through ornamental grasses, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/6f5cfec63f018309-hol-319.WRqfRFuj_Zt8CnN.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/fdd62e771f70f945-hol-319.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack looking out from an upstairs window in a stone country building, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/d9374b57803adc06-hol-419.yQ7cy0eO_Z9bLGt.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/fe5d24a69f90645d-hol-419.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack standing together beside a turquoise swimming pool and garden terrace, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/3e4e3996d1d52fac-hol-367.BpnBveIB_ZVVSIl.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/f95c3b65e0ca607a-hol-367.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby sitting on Jack’s lap beside a green sofa as they smile at one another, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/09ee06817467f550-hol-430.DOvS0Nc5_1Hvova.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/3de6aeec8798acfa-hol-430.webp) [View fullsize ![Shelby and Jack kissing as she sits on his lap in a cream armchair, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/0517d377724497dd-hol-440.DRd3MRE__Z1dT4SX.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/0517d377724497dd-hol-440.webp) [View fullsize ![A stone country building glowing with warm window light at dusk beside a quiet garden, in Umbria, Italy, for an Elopement Collective elopement. Photo by James from House of Love.](https://elopementcollective.com/_astro/4d955743a139e2ce-hol-442.BY6tfaiO_Z1bTiRU.webp)](https://elopementcollective.com/assets/images/62e2a522e0a3afe8-hol-442.webp) [Elope in Europe with The EC](https://elopementcollective.com/europe) [Josh Withers](https://elopementcollective.com/blog?author=6192ff422a680b33a88c27e0) [PreviousPreviousMaddy & Cameron’s Daylesford elopement](https://elopementcollective.com/blog/maddy-camerons-daylesford-elopement) [NextNextSarah and Josh’s European Elopement in Positano](https://elopementcollective.com/blog/sarah-and-joshs-european-elopement-in-positano)