Wedding invitation cards with white flowers, stamps, and decorative elements on a light background.


Fairytale Elopements at Casa Dos Penedos

Sintra, Portugal

THE SETTING
A historic castle in Sintra, where painted frescos, traditional tilework, and centuries-old architecture provided all the inspiration we could ever ask for.

THE IDEA
Two distinct interpretations of the same place. One classically romantic and elegant, the other decidedly cleaner and more modern. Both borrowed from the castle’s frescos and tilework, proving there’s rarely only one way to tell a good story.

THE ARTIFACTS
Two carefully considered invitation suites, followed by menus and place cards for the imagined elopement dinners. Nothing superfluous, just the pieces needed to carry each idea from first impression to table.

A wedding invitation card on a white plate, surrounded by white flowers and two wedding rings.
Wedding reception place setting with a custom menu, florals, candles, and layered table details.
Custom wedding menu designed by Merci Studio within a romantic floral reception place setting.
Wedding reception in a historic dining room with frescoed ceilings, florals, and a long banquet table.
Bespoke wedding invitation suite with custom stationery, RSVP cards, and envelopes by Merci Studio.
Intimate outdoor wedding reception table surrounded by historic stonework and garden details.
Outdoor wedding dinner with a long banquet table, florals, candles, and custom reception details.
Custom illustrated wedding menu featuring a hand-drawn heron by Merci Studio.
Intimate outdoor wedding reception set within a historic garden courtyard.