A love story in Altea, with Sanna Jörnvik Déman
With sparkling love and a touch of magic, Sanna Jörnvik and her beloved Carl Déman penned a new chapter in their love story. At a sunlit altar in the Spanish dream of Altea, family and friends gathered to celebrate their unforgettable wedding. From the unique details to the profound emotions that embraced them, Sanna lets us partake in the memorable day when two souls became one.
Can you tell us about the decision to have your wedding in Spain? What drew you to the location?
We had the wedding in Altea, Spain. We have spent much time there since we met, so having it there felt natural. Plus, there is guaranteed sun and warmth.
Tell us about the theme or style of your wedding. How did you choose to create the atmosphere you desired?
We wanted it to be Spanish/Swedish, so we tried incorporating elements from both styles. Flowers and decor leaned towards the Scandinavian, with wildflowers and forest as the main direction, which turned out incredibly beautiful. The venue where we got married is super old and has a beautifully preserved Spanish mansion; the mix was exactly what we sought.
Let us talk about the jewelry you wore on your big day. What jewelry did you choose and why? What significance did they hold for you?
On the big day, I wore, among other things, the Peony earrings in gold, which, in my opinion, are the perfect diamond earrings for a wedding - they are classic but fun and a little extra without being too much at the same time. I also wore a thin tennis bracelet and a custom-designed diamond C necklace. I felt so beautiful in the VANBRUUN jewelry.
Please go through the fantastic looks you wore.
I wore a white mini-dress from Rotate for the rehearsal party with a pair of Aveline heels from Jimmy Choo. My hair was in a tight knot, and I wore the Poppy earrings as jewelry. A classic yet modern and more youthful look, which felt fun as we wanted a proper pre-party.
For the actual wedding, I had three changes, perhaps unnecessary in hindsight, but it felt right and fun at the time. The wedding dress was a timeless and elegant gown, while my second dress was my favorite. It was a figure-hugging dress with bell sleeves and a deep back that felt very much like me. I felt incredibly beautiful in it. I paired it with a pair of custom-made shoes from my favorite designer, Anny Nord, wearing them was an honor!
For the after-party, I wore a mini dress from Eliatt, which is absolutely magical - paired with sneakers to be able to have fun until the early hours.
Tell us about your wedding photographs. Are there any favorite pictures you would like to share, and what makes them special?
My favorite pictures are definitely the ones we took at sunset. Initially, I was a bit skeptical about leaving the dinner to take even more photos, but since we did not have time to shoot our second look before dinner, it had to be done, and the pictures that Fabian Wester took of us during the sunset were absolutely magical and my favorites from the whole wedding.
Can you provide some tips for future brides and grooms planning a wedding?
Start early, set a clear budget (we did not; it tends to be much more expensive than you thought), and try to enjoy the chaos.
If you were to describe the entire wedding experience in one word, what would it be and why?
Magical! Looking back now, it feels completely unreal that it was our wedding.
