Three days together in the Tuscan countryside. Charlotte and Ceri’s celebration at Villa Catignano, nestled in the rolling hills just outside Siena, was one of those weekends that truly captured the magic of Tuscany. A full three days surrounded by family, friends, music, and the kind of joy that feels timeless. Day One: A Warm Tuscan Welcome Guests arrived to the scent of the Tuscan countryside and sun-warmed stone, greeted by Charlotte and Ceri with the kind of warmth that

Sophie and Nathan’s Country House Wedding in Tuscany Wedding date: 26 June 2022 Our First Conversation I first met Sophie and Nathan on an informal Zoom call shortly after their website enquiry. We connected straight away. They both knew from the outset they wanted to get married in Tuscany. Venue Choice After considering the venues I had shared, they chose Casa Cornacchi, a family-run country house in the province of Arezzo, surrounded by rolling hills and cypress-lined road

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When I first met David and Rowena, they were deciding between a wedding close to home and a destination wedding in Italy. After exploring the options together, they chose Tuscany. They always knew they wanted an outdoor wedding and this was one of the main reasons for choosing this location. They imagined a Tuscan villa with a courtyard and countryside views. Villa Catignano immediately came to mind. The photographs introduced them to the setting: villacatignano.it After cons

Photography by sophiemort.com A thoughtfully styled table helps set the atmosphere for your wedding meal. Begin with how you want the space to feel, then consider the venue, menu and guest comfort. There are so many options available with tableware that you can get really creative if you wish. Whether you want modern, classic, rustic or elegant, simple or dramatic, there's so much to choose from and using your chosen style consistently will enhance the whole wedding day for y

Santorini’s white buildings, blue domes and dramatic caldera views make it a distinctive setting for a destination wedding. For Hannah and Justine, it was a place they already loved. The island’s sunsets and coastal scenery were part of what they wanted to share with their guests. Their celebration brought together that setting with a very personal sense of fun. After several visits to Santorini, Hannah and Justine chose it for their wedding, inviting family and close friends

From our first meeting, I knew I would love planning Sophie and Callum’s wedding in Tuscany. They wanted a relaxed celebration: warm evenings, food with a local connection, Tuscan wine and a lively band. Montestigliano, a farmhouse estate in the Tuscan countryside, offered self-contained accommodation where their guests could stay together. After living and working in Australia, Sophie and Callum had returned to London. Their wedding brought together family and friends travel

Choosing a vineyard wedding venue Vineyards can make a beautiful setting for a destination wedding, with open landscapes, characterful buildings and a strong connection to the surrounding countryside. They appeal to couples who enjoy good food and wine, as well as those looking for a relaxed setting in which to spend time with their guests. Some estates offer outdoor dining, local produce and accommodation. These vary considerably, so look beyond the photographs and check wha