Sunrise
The cathedral
The square empty and the marble in the first pink light.
The Duomo square just after sunrise. The white marble takes on a pink glow and the city has not woken up yet.
Milan does not shout. It is elegant, confident, and hides its charm in courtyards and side streets.
Why Milan
Elegance without fanfare
Gothic spires, arcades with glass roofs, yellow trams, mansions with hidden gardens and canals that come alive in the evening.
For a couple this means style: images with clean lines and elegance, and something genuinely yours within them.
It suits an after-wedding session, a pre-wedding shoot or an elopement, with the cathedral at sunrise and the Navigli at sunset.
The light
Three times of day in Milan
In Milan the light is soft and often filtered through light cloud. It flatters faces and brings out the architecture.
Morning
Brera
Cobbles, flowers on the balconies and quiet courtyards.
Sunset
The Navigli
The canals in golden light and the first lights coming on.
The places
Where we photograph
We plan the route together, depending on the light, the crowds and how much you want to walk.
- DuomoThe cathedral and its square, photographed only in the first light.
- Galleria Vittorio EmanueleThe historic arcade with its glass dome.
- BreraCobbles, courtyards and flowers on the balconies.
- NavigliThe canals at sunset, with the first lights.
- Castello Sforzesco & SempioneTowers, courtyards and the park leading to the Arch of Peace.
Before you travel
Seasons, timing and what to wear
When to come
Spring and autumn have mild weather and soft light. Summer is hot and in August the city empties. In December the decorated streets have a charm of their own.
The time that matters
For the cathedral and the Galleria we start at sunrise. Some locations have rules for professional photography, and we check them in advance.
Styling
Milan calls for style: clean lines, a well-tailored suit, a minimal dress. Black, white and neutrals go well with the marble and the stone.
The experience with us
Milan, before the shops open
We have photographed couples here, and we come in every season. We know when the square empties, which courtyards stay quiet and how to get around quickly by metro and tram. So you can simply enjoy your day, and we take care of the rest.
- Before the tripWe talk about dates, styling and the kind of images that move you. We plan the route together.
- The cathedral at sunriseWe start early to find the square and the Galleria empty.
- BreraLanes, courtyards, a few gentle directions. We do not stage poses; we let you be together.
- A coffeeA break in a historic café, for some rest. That is often when the natural, unposed images come.
- Sunset on the NavigliThe canals in golden light, as the first lights come on.
Gallery
Moments from Milan
Squares, lanes and canals from our sessions in Milan.
Photography: Dimitris Stergiou and the studio team
Continue the journey
More destinations
At a glance
- Where
- Northern Italy. Airports: Malpensa, Linate, Bergamo.
- Length
- We suggest one morning and one afternoon.
- Season
- Spring and autumn. December for the festive season.
- For
- After-wedding, pre-wedding, elopements, anniversaries.
- Delivery
- 6–8 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can we combine Milan and Lake Como?
Yes. Lake Como is about an hour away by train, and we can split the shoot into one day in the city and one at the lake.
Will the cathedral be crowded?
That is why we start at sunrise. In the first hours the square and the Galleria are almost empty.
Do you travel from Greece for the shoot?
Yes. We travel with you or meet you there. Travel and accommodation costs are discussed from the start, so you know the full amount before you book.
Can we also have a film?
Yes, the photography can be combined with a wedding film. See examples on our Films page.
How early should we book?
The earlier the better, especially for the most popular seasons. Tell us your dates and we will let you know our availability.
Your story
Let's plan your day in Milan
Tell us when you are thinking of travelling and what you have in mind. We will plan the rest together.
Ask about your date