When it came to her wardrobe, Elizabeth aimed to maintain a similarly relaxed approach. Expressing her dilemma, she mentioned, “I was trying so hard to stay calm about it, but I just couldn’t find anything that resonated with my style,” she recalls. “To be honest, I didn’t even step into a store because I have this aversion to trying on clothes. Given my profession in acting, I tend to avoid fittings whenever possible.” Instead of physically browsing through stores, Elizabeth resorted to ordering several dresses online, only to return them later. The turning point came when Megan shared a photo of a Danielle Frankel design. “That was the moment I transitioned into a ‘bride’ because suddenly I felt a compelling need for that dress,” Elizabeth reminisces. “Although it wasn’t scheduled for release until 2024, Sarah took the initiative to contact the designer directly and orchestrated the entire process like a fairy godmother. It wouldn’t have been possible without her. Since we couldn’t make it to New York in time, Danielle conducted Zoom fittings for us. I was quite apprehensive to even touch the dress! She was truly remarkable.”
Considering her profession, Elizabeth was adamant about avoiding a theatrical or red-carpet look, opting instead for minimal hair and makeup. Reflecting on this decision, she recalls, “Despite that, I was fortunate to have incredibly talented hair and makeup artists who happened to be in the Amalfi Coast at the same time,” Elizabeth recounts. “One of them, Jillian Halouska, had styled my hair previously in Paris and graciously agreed to join. She brought along a makeup artist, Nicole Blais, whom I hadn’t met before but turned out to be an absolute gem. I feel incredibly lucky that they agreed to be a part of it. They are not only exceptionally skilled but also kind and effortlessly cool. Given the emotional nature of the day, they made me feel incredibly special.”
Jewelry was not a priority for the bride until a week before the wedding, as the dress itself exuded sparkle. Ultimately, she adorned a pair of earrings gifted by her friends Megan, Sarah Paulson, and Holland Taylor. To add a final touch, Danielle Frankel presented Elizabeth with a ribbon to wear around her neck. “It had a ‘90s vibe—naughty yet perfect,” Elizabeth fondly recalls.
The ceremony commenced at 5 p.m. in Hotel Caruso’s Wagner Garden, offering a picturesque view of the Amalfi Coast. The intimate gathering consisted of only three guests—Megan, Nico, and Sarah—while Holland took on the role of officiant. Recalling the musical ambiance, Elizabeth shares, “Bruce arranged for two musicians—a mandolin player and a guitarist—who had captivated us the previous year at Il San Pietro. We walked out to their rendition of ‘Oh Baby’ by LCD Soundsystem, specially arranged by Bruce. The moment was so enchanting that we paused at the end of the aisle and spontaneously had our first dance. It might just be the purest joy I’ve ever experienced.”
Contrary to the notion that nothing changes post-marriage, Elizabeth felt a profound shift. “It was an incredibly profound experience,” she reflects. “There was a transformative power in exchanging vows. Everything felt different. I tried to hold back tears throughout, except when I burst into laughter.”
Following the ceremony, the small group kicked off their shoes and enjoyed an aperitivo, followed by a dinner under the olive trees. “Champagne flowed freely,” Elizabeth recounts. “We raised toasts and savored the moment. Our official first dance was to a rendition of Caetano Veloso’s ‘Cucurrucucu Paloma,’ arranged by Bruce for the musicians. I wish I could relive it all over again! Truly, I feel incredibly fortunate.”