Silvia + Riccardo - a romantic and elegant wedding in Italy

The rustic chic charm of Palazzo Vecchia made it a dream venue for Silvia and Riccardo wedding day. From the “I do’s” in an ancient loggia to dancing all day long this has been one romantic, colorful, family and friends focused event.

With the expert guidance of La Iaia team and I Giardini di Giava, they created a sophisticated feel with a gorgeous white, pink, and green color palette for the florals, wedding party attire, and signs. Then they infused some warm, rustic chic vibes with farmhouse tables, vintage forniture and floral arrangements. A a perfect balance between romance and child-like wonder!

Design and planning: La Iaia

Flowers: I Giardini di Giava

Candies: Pastiglie Leone

Giulia + Federico - an intimate al fresco wedding in Oltrepo'

Country weddings never fail to woo us, especially when they come in our beautiful hills, not far from where we live. 

Giulia and Federico exchanged their vows in a secret courtyard, in a little stone village where everyone knows each other.  For the couple was very important to find just the right place, where you feel at home, to share their love with dearest friends and families.

Using a mix of simple greenery, wildflowers, hand-painted wood signs and vintage-meets-rustic decor, they took the romantic feel up a level and created a relaxed yet elegant day that was full of heartfelt moments and joy.

Wedding planner: Hello Sunshine

Rings: My Golden Age

Bride's dress: Nadia Manzato

Bride's shoes: Anniel

Flowers: La fioreria

Venue: Cascina Battignana

Romina + Philip - elegant castle wedding in Florence

We first met Romina and Phil last winter, for their engagement session in Florence, and instantly felt a connection with these two special souls! Living in Canada, but faithful to their Italian heritage, Romina and Philip decided that their vision for their special day should involve an Italian Castle: their choice was Vincigliata Castle, a straight-out-of-a-fairytale Medieval structure, not far from Florence, Tuscany.

Their day was perfectly planned and organized by Alessia B. Weddings, with amazing floral decorations by Il Giardino delle Fate Flowers. The getting ready took place in a uber stylish hotel in Florence city centre, with huge windows overlooking river Arno and Ponte Vecchio. For their religious ceremony, they chose one of the most stunning churches in town, San Filippo Neri, and then, the newlyweds escorted their guests to the reception venue, that was still a secret up to that point - and guess the surprise on their guests' faces when they arrived at such a magical spot in the heart of the Tuscan countryside!

The cocktail hour was held on the castle terrace and gardens, right before the most amazing al fresco dinner, in the castle inner court. With all the stonework, the ivy and the Medieval decor, not much needed to be added to the beautifully decorated u-shaped tables: just touches of gold, white linen and natural elements such as seasonal fruits and olive branches.

Wedding planner: Alessia B Weddings

Videographers: 2become1

Venue: Vincigliata

Catering: Guido Guidi

Flowers: Il giardino delle fate

Shoes: Christian Loubutin

Maddalena + Leonardo - a chic vintage wedding at Villa Gaia Gandini

The first time we set our eyes on Maddalena and Leonardo, in a crazy busy event in Milan, we thought they were one of the most stylish couples we've ever seen. In the following months, not only they confirmed our first impression, but we discovered they are also the most genuine and creative souls. As Maddalena is a super talented illustrator, she wanted to something special for her wedding, so she not only created by herself the sweetest stationery, but also decided to paint a little portrait for anyone of the guest. That's how we love our couples. Creative and patient, willing to make an effort to have the wedding of their dreams.

The setting of the day was Villa Gaia Gandini, a magnificent Italian villa with a river that runs just at the end of the garden.

Blush, pink and lavender for the bridesmaids, a dress that seems directly out of a fairytale, lots of personal details and the craziest dances at the end of the day. Enjoy, and get inspired!

La prima volta che abbiamo visto Maddalena e Leonardo, in un affollatissimo evento a Milano, abbiamo pensato che avessero davvero stile. Nei mesi successivi, non solo hanno confermato la nostra prima impressione, ma si sono rivelate due persone davvero genuine e incredibilmente creative. Maddalena è una bravissima illustratrice, e con l'idea di creare qualcosa di speciale per il matrimonio, non solo ha realizzato stupende partecipazioni, ma ha dipinto un piccolo ritratto su cavalletto per ognuno degli invitati, come segnaposto. Ecco le coppie che ci piacciono. Creative, pazienti, e con la voglia di fare uno sforzo in più per il loro giorno speciale.

La location scelta per la giornata è stata Villa Gaia Gandini, una splendida villa proprio sul naviglio grande.

Oltre a questo, colori pastello nei toni del rosa per i vestiti delle damigelle, un abito che sembra uscito direttamente da una fiaba, dettagli curati e personalissimi, e danze sfrenate a fine giornata.

Buona visione, e buona ispirazione!

2015

At the end of every year we do not completely realize what we have been through in the last 365 days. Even if we try and collect our memories, we usually miss some faces, travels or breathtaking view. So, this 2015 diary is not just for you, but mainly for us, because we want to remember.

We want to remember happy moments, and moving tears, the Alps covered with snow, and the golden Apulian light, our beloved Paris, and the great beauty of Rome. Lots of moments mean lots of pictures - so grab yourself a cup of coffee while you look through one of the longest post we've ever published! ( #sorrynotsorry)

And thank you for believing in our work. It's because of you that we've been selected between world's best wedding photographers by one of our favorite wedding websites. Thank you - everyone of you - for making this so special.

Alla fine di ogni anno, non ci rendiamo completamente conto di cosa sia successo nei 365 giorni precedenti. Anche se cerchiamo di mettere in ordine i ricordi, capita che ci dimentichiamo qualche viso, qualche viaggio, o qualche panorama stupendo. Quindi questo diario del nostro 2015 non è solo per voi, ma soprattutto per noi, per tutto quello che vogliamo ricordare.

Vogliamo ricordarci dei momenti felici e delle lacrime commosse, delle Alpi innevate e della luce dorata della Puglia, della nostra amata Parigi e della Grande Bellezza di Roma. Tanti momenti, quindi ovviamente tante foto - vi consigliamo quindi di prepararvi una tazza di caffè prima di mettervi seduti a guardare uno dei post più lunghi che abbiamo mai pubblicato! (#sorrynotsorry)

E grazie, per aver creduto nel nostro lavoro. È anche per voi che siamo state selezionate fra i migliori fotografi di matrimonio a livello mondiale, da uno dei nostri blog preferiti. Grazie, a ognuno di voi, per aver reso quest’anno così speciale.