Giulia + Marcello - a romantic DIY wedding in Italy

We've been friends with Giulia and her amazing family for years, and when she introduced us Marcello, we instantly knew he was the right one for her. Just imagine our happiness when he decided to propose! As they are both very connected to the beautiful country where we live, they decided to have their engagement pictures right in the heart of our hills, but also their wedding was a big country style party, in their family home they are currently renovating: everything spoke of shared values, true friendship and the purest kind of happiness.

You can't help but get emotional just looking at them!

So, you are invited too, in this sweet world made of homemade cakes, decorations and props, with music softly playing in the background and one of the most beautiful love story we've ever witnessed.

Hair & hair piece: Paola Bianchera

Makeup: Adelaide, sister of the bride

Flowers: Fior di Loto

Shoes: Il numero tre

Dress: Atelier 14

Catering: Ambrosia Banqueting

Nicole + Chris | A charming intimate wedding in Florence

An intimate wedding with just seven guests can be a dream come true, especially if the main theme is “Romeo & Juliet”.

Nicole and Chris are just too cute for words and everything about their wedding was completely magical!

They chose Tuscany for their destination wedding and we cannot be more happier about this choice!

These two lovebirds had a sweet and intimate ceremony at the Four Season Chapel Room with their family standing by their side and then, the intimate party continued at Villa la Fonte, a stunning location in the countryside, surrounded by olive groves and breathtaking views of the hills just outside Florence.

With the expert guidance of Cindy Salgado, they created a sophisticated and romantic feel with a gorgeous burgundy, purple, and gold color palette for the florals, the table setting, the original Murano favors and invitations. 

Nicole and Chirs wedding was filled with love, laughter, and tons of candles. We cannot ask for more than that!

Wedding planner: Cindy Salgado

Videographer: Luigi De Gregorio

Flowers: Dario Benvenuti

Ceremony Venue: Four Seasons Florence

Reception Venue: Villa la Fonte

Celebrant: Andrea Piana

Chef: Alessio Sedran

Calligraphy: Anna Pinto

Cake: Marisa from Sugarcups Cake Design

Music: Alma Project

L&V Packaging 2018

We definitely have a thing for packaging, boxes, ribbons and everything paper-related. That's why we like to change and innovate our packaging every year. We love to brainstorm about new themes and moods, finding props and accessories to create a unique way to showcase our work that truly represent our taste.

We thought a lot about the mood of this year, and we came out with two adjectives: organic and classy. There is seal wax, but in a rich, bold shade of bronze. Also, we chose some Amalfi paper, to honor our Italian heritage. And wood, together with linen and the softest cotton, because we love that contrast between rustic and elegant, and we needed a true organic feel. And lavender, of course, because you know, it's our favorite scent and it reminds us of Provence.

So, this upcoming year, with two of our Love Collections, you can have much more than a simple online access to your photographs. What you will get is our wooden Delivery Box, a usb key with all your hi-res, fully edited pictures and an handwritten thank you card, sealed with wax.

All of this to let you know how much you and your story mean to us. To let you know that we care.

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

Giulia + Marcello - engagement

Well, you know how much we love to work in our beloved hills. With Giulia and Marcello we decided not to go too far from home, in a quiet field where we could see the countryside from above. They simply made all the rest: they danced in a wheat field, laughed hard sitting on the ground, with their back against a pile of wood ready for winter time, they listened to a sweet tune, holding each other and looking in each other's eyes... and we were there, shooting and getting emotional, for a love that we had the privilege to see growing day by day.

Soon their wedding will be on the blog, and in the meantime, enjoy this summer afternoon with them

Ormai lo sapete quanto ci piace lavorare sulle nostre colline. Con Giulia e Marcello abbiamo deciso di non fare troppa strada, e di cercare un posticino tranquillo, panoramico, vicino a casa. Loro hanno fatto tutto il resto: hanno ballato in un campo di grano, riso come matti seduti per terra, di fronte a una catasta di legna già pronta per l'inverno, ascoltato una canzone romantica abbracciandosi e guardandosi negli occhi... e noi eravamo lì a scattare, commuovendo per questo amore, che abbiamo visto nascere, crescere e fiorire giorno dopo giorno.

Fra poco pubblicheremo il loro matrimonio su queste pagine, ma nel frattempo, godetevi questo pomeriggio d'estate in loro compagnia.