A Year of Storytelling in Switzerland:
Weddings, Elopements and Proposals of 2025

2025 is a year that has given me space to reflect on how my work is evolving and where I want to place my focus.

So this year’s recap isn’t just a summary of weddings, elopements proposal moments I have filmed and photographed; it’s a reflection on a conscious shift. In 2025, I doubled down on what truly matters to me: telling real, authentic stories about people, places, and love, rather than following trends or chasing the latest content craze. By leaning into that ethos, I found myself filming more weddings and elopements right here in Switzerland. These aren’t just local weddings to me; they’re destination weddings for couples who share that same value of authenticity.

At the same time, the weddings I filmed further afield have been with couples who resonate with that same approach. It’s been a year of focusing on what feels genuine and true, and that’s led to working with couples who want those real, lasting memories over anything else.

In the spirit of time travel through cinematic storytelling, the best way to reflect on this year is to move through the moments that defined it, from the mountains to the lakes and everywhere in between.

Weddings Captured in 2025

Each wedding this year carried its own pace, character and intention. No two couples wanted the same thing, and that is exactly what draws them to my work. They come for story-led wedding videography that reflects who they are, not a template or trend. Some celebrations were bold and expressive, others were quiet and intimate, but every couple shared the same desire for a film that feels honest and personal to them.

One of the most memorable weddings this year was Megan and Dylan’s multi-day celebration in Zermatt. They travelled to Switzerland for their wedding weekend, choosing the Alps for its atmosphere and the iconic view of the Matterhorn. Zermatt is a beautiful destination, but it is a place where the weather can make or break the experience. If the clouds sit low, you can lose the mountain completely.

On our pre-wedding hike the day before, the sun finally broke through. Dylan and Megan burst into a happy dance, something they ended up doing again and again throughout the weekend. The sun stayed with us for the entire celebration and the views on their wedding day, especially as they shared their vows, were simply stunning.Their ceremony and apéro took place at the Blue Lounge with those uninterrupted mountain views, before everyone headed down to Cervo for the rest of the celebration. It was the perfect mix of landscape, energy and emotion.

There was also a moment behind the scenes that shaped their final wedding film. One of their guests was filming on a small handheld video camera, and when I realised she was joining them on their honeymoon weekend with a group of friends, I asked if she would capture as many moments as she could. We later collaborated so I could weave that footage into their film. It came as a complete surprise to Megan and Dylan and they were thrilled. For me, the decision was simple. I wanted to tell their whole story, and having glimpses of their time together after the wedding made perfect sense.

From there, we move to another moment in the year at the Buhlberg Lenkerhof for Sreyan and Julie’s wedding. Their celebration carried a completely different tone.

They wanted a playful, stylised film inspired by the work of Wes Anderson. While I rarely lean into direct imitation, in this case the idea suited them so well that it felt right to embrace it. It became a creative collaboration that was fun to make and completely reflective of who they are as a couple.

Next, we shift to Lake Maggiore, where Sasha and Paul’s wedding at Villa Emden on Isola di Brissago brought a sense of stillness and refinement. Their three-day celebration unfolded at a slower pace, shaped by the heat of early summer, the calm of the lake and the intimacy of the island setting.

A little later in the season, we pause in Geneva, where I filmed a grand celebration at St Pierre Cathedral with more than 350 guests. The scale and architecture created a powerful atmosphere. The day continued with a private party on the shores of Lake Geneva at the groom’s family home, a beautiful contrast to the formality of the ceremony. Even though the couple chose to keep their visuals private, it remains one of the most striking events of the year.

From there, we shift further afield to Los Angeles, where I captured two very different celebrations. Peyton and Dylan’s ceremony was intimate and deeply personal.  I was particularly excited to film this wedding, not only because I was working with Michele from Center of Attention Events, but also because I got to meet highly influential American singer and songwriter, Michael MacDonald, who is the father of the groom.

Then a transporting to just a week later and this time at Hummingbird’s Nest Ranch just outside LA was Greer and Jimmy’s wedding, which was vibrant and lavish, with a real sense of movement and character. It was a totally fabulous Jewish Wedding with over 200 guests and possibly the funkiest wedding I have ever captured.

Both carried a completely different energy, and both were shaped by couples who valued an honest, story-led approach.

And finally, we return home to Wengen, where Natalie and William’s wedding at The Falken brought the year full circle. Sixteen guests, a calm atmosphere and a focus on connection. After nine years of living here, it was the first wedding I have filmed in my own village. 

This wedding was so memorable because I also planned the wedding alongside Vanessa at the Hotel Falken. It was a very satisfying feeling when it all came together ….. and the sun came out. We introduced lots some very special local touches, including a surprise visit from the Wengen Trichler Club.

For more lovely weddings in 2025, just click below.

Love Stories in Their Purest Form

Elopements have a very different rhythm to weddings. They are slower, quieter and more intentional, and the storytelling always feels deeply personal. I have always said that I tell stories about people, places and love, and elopements sit at the heart of that. They strip everything back to two people, a place that matters to them and a moment they want to remember with complete clarity.

Many couples found me through my Elopement Guide which has become a starting point for those planning something intimate in Switzerland. It has been wonderful to see how these couples arrive with a clear desire for something real and meaningful rather than something created for an audience.

This year’s celebrations unfolded in landscapes that shaped each story in their own way.

Ashley and Kristina chose Wengen for a celebration that unfolded over several days. The light, the stillness and the pace of nature created a calm and grounded experience. Their film reflects the softness of those days and the ease between them.

The day after their wedding we adventured into the valley for a fun photo session on Lake Brienz and in The Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Christian and McKenzie travelled from Interlaken, Utah to Interlaken, Switzerland for an elopement that felt powerful in its simplicity. They chose the glacier for their vows, a place where the landscape is vast, quiet and completely grounding. But it was like having two seasons in one day – with snow on Petersgrat in the morning then lush meadow-scapes in the afternoon. While they had originally planned to elope on their own, in the end some family joined them from The States and McKenzie’s brother held an intimate ceremony overlooking the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

The focus remained entirely on them. Their connection, the atmosphere and the stillness of the mountains came together to create a story that feels timeless.

Julia and Matt embraced a completely different kind of day in Wengen. Their elopement started with the local farmer lifting them onto the back of his tractor, and the village wrapped itself around their celebration in a way that made everything feel effortless. It was joyful, relaxed and full of moments that could never be planned.

While most of this year’s elopements were here in Switzerland, we step briefly away to Lake Garda for Remi and Shayu who eloped to Isola Del Garda on Lake Garda in Italy in early October.

Their day carried a different light and energy, with warm tones, open water and a sense of simplicity that suited them perfectly.

I was thrilled to hear they loved their film.

My last Elopement in 2025 was that of Gabrielle and Sina from the U.S.A right here in Wengen. A window in the weather late December was a real treat. They shared their personal vows in Iseltwald then we travelled up to Wengen for the rest of the day. Here’s just a few of my favourite sneak peek images.

Each elopement reminded me why this part of my work means so much. The quiet, the honesty and the freedom to tell a story without expectation all play a part in shaping something meaningful.

For more of my 2025 elopement films, you can visit my bespoke Elopement page.

Or if you’re just wanting photography for your elopement and you’d like to learn more about how that works, then you can visit that page here.

Proposals: The Beginning of the Story

Proposals have become one of the most joyful parts of my year. Before we dive into 2025, I’m just sneaking in here the last proposal film of 2024, when the snow was deep in Wengen which created the perfect romantic setting for Hoff and Nuhara.

Some proposal shoots are photo only, some include film, but all of them share one thing in common. They are personal, emotional and often the moment where the connection between my clients and me is first formed. These are the stories that lay the foundation for everything that may follow.

This was summed up perfectly by Tayab, whose proposal I planned and filmed in Wengen. We are now discussing their wedding for August. In his words:

It’s a reminder of why these moments matter. They are intimate and sometimes unpredictable. They are also often the start of long-lasting relationships.

Mrinal and Erin’s proposal in Wengen was one of the most memorable. What began as a simple plan unfolded into an emotional “proposal bomb,” with both families appearing moments after the question was asked. 

The next morning, we met again in Zermatt for their engagement shoot, giving their story a second chapter that felt calm, elegant and full of meaning.

For the full story, you can read the blog post here.

Another standout was the proposal for Cobi and Nykie from South Africa. A celebrity influencer couple with a large following, yet the moment itself was quiet, thoughtful and grounded. It was a reminder that even high-profile clients want something real when it comes to these milestones.

And I cannot possible move on without a mention for one of my most favourite moments this year, where I captured one of the most honest and joyful reactions I’ve ever photographed … when Griffin proposed to Dixie.

A few days earlier, I had photographed McLane and Addison’s proposal, and by chance the two couples connected in Wengen.

They ended up meeting, sharing their stories, comparing rings, and later my husband and I took all of them on a farm visit to meet Hans’s cows in the Alps. It was a simple moment, but it summed up the warmth and community that often builds around these experiences.

Each proposal this year reaffirmed why I love this part of my work. They are fun, personal and full of anticipation, and they often become the beginning of a deeper storytelling journey. It’s here that trust is built, and where couples begin to understand how I work and why my approach is so focused on authenticity.

To see more of the amazing proposals I captured in 2025, just pop over to my dedicated page.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As this year draws to a close, I’m already looking ahead to 2026. It’s shaping up to be another year of meaningful stories, with several weddings already in planning and a number of local elopements taking shape. I also have some incredible celebrations booked across Europe, each with its own pace and personality.

The year begins in February with a birthday celebration in Venice, a beautiful way to open the season and a reminder of how varied and rewarding this work continues to be. I’m excited to continue focusing on the stories that matter, working with couples who value authenticity, connection and a film that feels true to them.

Closing Reflection

Looking back at 2025, what stands out most is not the scale or the locations, but the people. Every couple came with a different vision, a different energy and their own story to tell. That variety is what keeps this work meaningful. It’s why I continue to focus on authenticity over trends, and why each film feels unique to the couple it belongs to.

As I move into 2026, that remains at the heart of everything I do. Real stories. Real emotion. Real connection. Whether it’s a wedding, an elopement or a proposal, my aim is always the same. To create a film that feels honest, intentional and true.

You can read more about why I am one of the original storytellers in Wedding Filmmaking in my blog, here.

If you’re planning a wedding, elopement or proposal in Switzerland or beyond, you’re welcome to get in touch. I take on a limited number of commissions each year to ensure every story receives the attention it deserves.

Let’s create something meaningful together.