An outdoor wedding near Lisbon at DOMA Portugal

Sara and Rúben’s wedding took place at DOMA Portugal, a beautiful countryside venue near Lisbon that was formerly known as Quinta dos Machados. It was a celebration that felt effortlessly personal from beginning to end. After eight years together - and a classic proposal in Paris - they gathered their closest family and friends for a relaxed and intimate wedding surrounded by nature.

The day began quietly in the cozy rooms of the venue, where both Sara and Rúben got ready alongside the people closest to them. True to his personality, the groom had even prepared a fun detail for the day - a different pair of socks for each moment of the celebration, a small touch that brought smiles and laughter during the preparations.

Under the shade of the trees, they exchanged their vows during a beautiful outdoor civil wedding ceremony filled with laughter, hugs and a few happy tears. Surrounded by nature and by the people who matter most to them, it was one of those moments where everything feels simple, meaningful and completely genuine.

The celebration that followed reflected their personalities perfectly. Long tables were set among the trees for a relaxed outdoor barbecue, where guests gathered to eat, talk and enjoy the warm summer atmosphere. Music played throughout the day, friends shared stories, and the celebration unfolded naturally - less like a formal wedding reception and more like a joyful gathering of the people who know them best.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening was a live tattoo session - a fun and unexpected surprise that perfectly matched Sara and Rúben’s style. Guests who wanted to, could mark the day in a permanent way, turning the celebration into something even more unique and personal.

Intimate, relaxed and surrounded by nature, this outdoor wedding at DOMA Portugal (formerly Quinta dos Machados) near Lisbon was filled with authenticity, laughter and the kind of moments that stay with everyone long after the celebration ends.