Testimonials - Meu Amor weddings

Real Weddings in Portugal

In their own words

Kind words from couples who entrusted me with one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

“I thought I was someone who had an eye for detail but your ability to think of all the tiny details was amazing”

There truly are no words to express my gratitude for everything you did over the past year to plan our wedding, and for the unforgettable day that was Friday.

From the tiniest decorative detail to the incredible tuna experience you organised through the streets of Lisbon, every element reflected your care, creativity, and dedication.

I thought I was someone who had an eye for detail but your ability to think of all the tiny details was amazing. You always found solutions, even in the most challenging situations.

There truly are no words to express my gratitude for everything you did over the past year to plan our wedding, and for the unforgettable day that was Friday.

From the tiniest decorative detail to the incredible tuna experience you organised through the streets of Lisbon, every element reflected your care, creativity, and dedication. I thought I was someone who had an eye for detail but your ability to think of all the tiny details was amazing. You always found solutions, even in the most challenging situations.

You also had an incredible ability to help me understand what truly mattered. You gave me perspective when I needed it most, guiding me on where to focus my energy and investment — and you were always right. Because of you, every important element was intentional, meaningful, and beautifully executed.

Your patience, honesty, and constant presence throughout the entire journey meant more to me than I can express. I feel after a year of working with you on all the details not only did I have the wedding of my dreams, but I feel I’ve also gained a wonderful friend.

The day itself was pure magic — beyond anything I could have imagined — and that magic was entirely the result of your hard work, vision, and dedication. I truly believe God sent me the most perfect wedding planner I could ever have hoped for.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I wish you all the success in the world as you

continue making other brides’ dreams come true.

With love and gratitude,

Rachel (and Antonio) ❤❤❤

“The effort she put into every detail was incredible, but what stood out most was her handling of the church communication, the language barriers, and all of the important paperwork”

We honestly cannot thank Ernesta enough for everything she did for us while planning our intimate, secret elopement in Estoril, Portugal. Nothing was ever too much. From the very beginning, we really didn’t have a clue what we were doing, and Ernesta guided us through every single step with such care and expertise.

The effort she put into every detail was incredible, but what stood out most was her handling of the church communication, the language barriers, and all of the important paperwork. That alone was priceless and took a huge weight off our shoulders. But Ernesta certainly does think of all the small things (which all add up to be the big things!)

Ernesta even read at our ceremony, which was a lovely touch.

We had several video calls throughout the planning process which instantly put us at ease, and when we arrived early in Portugal, we were lucky enough to meet Ernesta a few times in person too. There’s so much flexibility in terms of style and vision, but Ernesta is brilliant at offering guidance and suggestions when you need them. She has an amazing list of trusted vendors to choose from and takes care of all the communication, which makes the whole experience feel seamless, especially for an international wedding.

On the day itself, Ernesta was absolutely amazing. Nothing was ever a problem. She allowed the day to flow so smoothly while keeping everyone calm, reassured, and exactly where they needed to be. We were able to fully enjoy the moment knowing everything was in safe hands.

Thank you so much, Ernesta. We are beyond grateful and would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone considering a destination or intimate wedding.

Lots of love,

Caolán and Michaela (Mr & Mrs O’Neill) 🤍🥰

“What we appreciated was your ability to really “read” people and quickly understand the vision of the celebration we wanted to create.”

Because of that, the process of being introduced to suppliers was smooth and fast, and the vendors you recommended matched our expectations perfectly from the very first time.

Kamilė & Paulius

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“You created an unforgettable day for us, one that we will remember with a smile for the rest of our lives.”

We want to sincerely thank you for such a wonderful celebration! Everything was perfect — from the first moments of planning to the very last dance of the evening. Your attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine care exceeded all of our expectations. You created an unforgettable day for us, one that we will remember with a smile for the rest of our lives. We are endlessly grateful that you were by our side to help make our dream come true!

Vilius & Tomas

“At times, it felt as if we were planning the celebration together with a friend — someone who truly understood us”

We would like to sincerely thank you for all the time, effort, and care you put into planning our wedding. From our very first conversation, I knew everything would be easy and calm. At times, it felt as if we were planning the celebration together with a friend — someone who truly understood us, knew exactly what we needed, and was always there whenever a question arose. We truly appreciated always feeling understood, heard, and supported.

You guided us through the entire process, from the very first ideas to the final details on the wedding day itself. Every piece of advice you gave, every detail you suggested or refined, helped create exactly the atmosphere we had always dreamed of. We admired your calm nature, organisation, creativity, and the way you communicated with all the vendors.

Everything flowed so smoothly and beautifully that we were able to simply enjoy every moment. My greatest gratitude comes from me — the bride — because right up until walking down the aisle, I felt absolutely no stress. This was entirely thanks to you, because I trusted you 100%.

We wouldn’t change a single thing — it was our dream day. If we could, we would do it all over again, exactly the same way.

Thank you for being such an important part of our wedding and for helping create a day we will remember for the rest of our lives.

Liveta & José

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“You took my theme and truly ran with it, never trying to change it, but instead bringing it to life in the best possible way.”

From start to finish, everything was perfect. I loved the Pinterest idea boards you created — you took my theme and truly ran with it, never trying to change it, but instead bringing it to life in the best possible way. You understood my personality almost immediately, and every design suggestion felt completely in tune with who I am.

You recommended amazing vendors and built a team that fit our vision perfectly.

Whenever something unexpected came up, you handled it effortlessly — whether it was finding extra blankets or organising mushroom heaters at the last minute, you always found a way to make it happen.

The entire process was seamless, stress-free, and exactly what I had hoped for.

Christeana (& Les)

“Your experience, understanding of contemporary wedding design, attention to planning details, and ability to coordinate all the service providers stood out.”

The recommendation for the ceremony location was excellent, as was the table décor and how it was adapted to complement the other elements. This created a sense of continuity between all aspects of the event. The choice of location for the cake cutting was also very well thought out.

Erika & Martynas

“We highly recommend Ernesta as someone who truly cares, is deeply invested in the result, and is a true professional in her field.“

We are incredibly happy that we chose wedding planner Ernesta, who organised our wedding from start to finish in a stunning Douro Valley vineyard, at a unique 17th-century wine estate. It was truly unforgettable! ☺️ From the very beginning, Ernesta genuinely understood us and our wishes, which she fulfilled 100%. She guided us through the entire wedding planning process from start to finish, ensuring that all vendors delivered their services on time and to a high standard.

We were also very happy with her recommendations for photographers and videographers.

We highly recommend Ernesta as someone who truly cares, is deeply invested in the result, and is a true professional in her field.

Denis & Indrė

“The wedding was perfect, and so many of our guests commented on how beautifully everything was organised and how smoothly the day ran.”

The planning was incredibly detailed and thorough — there truly wasn’t a single stone left unturned! The wedding was perfect, and so many of our guests commented on how beautifully everything was organised and how smoothly the day ran. You made a real effort to attend tastings and viewings, always asking the right questions and highlighting important details with suppliers. That level of care made all the difference.

The quality of the suppliers you sourced was exceptional. From the caterer to the florist and photographer, everything was 10/10, and I was absolutely thrilled with every choice.

Issy & Gerssis

“Guests had so much fun with your entertainment 😊 It also helped that you can speak multiple languages”

I was so calm in the morning knowing that everything was in your hands.

I know you contributed a lot with the table and flowers décor — everything looked brilliant!

And guests had so much fun with your entertainment 😊 It also helped that you can speak multiple languages (Lithuanian, English, Portuguese, Russian — all of these were necessary).

Austėja (& Thomas)

Perhaps the next story could be yours

Each of these celebrations began with a conversation and a dream of bringing loved ones together in Portugal. If you feel a connection with the stories above, I would love to hear about the wedding you are imagining.

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