All about organizing a wedding in Italy

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Wedding in Italy Cost in 2026 – Real Budgets & Examples

Real budgets. Real venues. No surprises on your wedding day.

Most online articles will give you “average prices”.
But weddings in Italy don’t work like that.

A wedding on Lake Como, in Tuscany or in Rome can cost very differently depending on location, exclusivity, vendors and local regulations.

We are a local wedding planning team living and working in Italy since 2015. In this article, we share real budgets from our couples, explain where money is usually wasted, and help you understand what your wedding in Italy will realistically cost in 2026.

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✔ Based in Italy since 2015 (Rome and Lake Como)

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Lyudmila Sorokoumova

Organization of the ceremony, Бюджет свадьбы

How much does a wedding in Rome cost?

If you dream of a luxurious wedding ceremony in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, then Rome is the perfect choice. Here, on the land of the descendants of the legendary Trojan hero Aeneas, modernity and antiquity blend harmoniously into one timeless masterpiece.

The Eternal City attracts thousands of couples every year who come to exchange vows of love and devotion. The unforgettable romantic atmosphere, rich history, world-famous architecture, and exquisite cuisine make it one of the most desired wedding destinations in Italy. The WowItaly Weddings team will help you plan your dream celebration at the highest level, turning your vision into reality for your special day.

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Svetlana Vlasenko

Wedding trends

Wedding Trends 2026 in Italy

Italians are used to planning their wedding celebrations at least a year in advance. The most popular time for a wedding still remains the end of spring – the beginning of summer, so preparations for the 2026 season are already in full swing. And if your celebration isn’t far off either, we invite you to discover which wedding trends will be popular in Italy this year.

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Лидия Самсонова-Жаркова

Organization of the ceremony, Wedding for two, Wedding Locations, Wedding trends, Wedding with guests

Why a Wedding in Italy is Your Best Choice

The days when, , the pinnacle of a couple’s dreams was the main Marriage Registry Office in the city, are long gone. Now, lovers have virtually the whole world at their disposal – from a beach ceremony in the Maldives to a wedding at a historic villa on Lake Como in Italy.

Every country has its own peculiarities that you need to know about. For example, in some places you cannot get married officially if at least one of the future spouses does not have citizenship or a residence permit. There are countries where you must gather a large number of various documents and have them apostilled in order to enter into marriage. And some wedding destinations, unfortunately, look far more attractive than they really are.

We explain all the nuances and pitfalls of getting married abroad, as well as why you won’t find a better country than Italy for your wedding!

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Svetlana Vlasenko

Organization of the ceremony, Бюджет свадьбы

Getting married in Italy: Let’s make your dream come true!

The ring is already sparkling on your finger – because when that long-awaited proposal came, you confidently answered “yes!” It seems the hardships are behind you, but everything is only just beginning. How and where do you organize a wedding? For many, this raises so many questions that they prefer to follow the well-trodden path: a civil ceremony at the local registry office, standard photos. And the icing on the cake – a banquet with games for relatives you barely know. Do you really need that?

Instead of that set, we invite you to try a completely different option. Your passport will soon be on display for all your friends – proudly showcasing the Italian registry office stamp.

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Лидия Самсонова-Жаркова

Organization of the ceremony

Planning a wedding in Italy – where to start?

Planning a wedding is a process that requires time, as well as a thorough and thoughtful approach. This is especially true if you want to create a truly unforgettable celebration—and even more so if the ceremony is planned abroad.

Thousands of women around the world dream of a fairy-tale wedding in Italy. Even celebrities, whose budgets allow them to throw a wedding ceremony even on the Moon, choose the hospitable Apennine Peninsula for this. After all, Italy is a vibrant kaleidoscope of 20 regions, each unique with its landscapes, traditions, cultural features, food, wine, and, of course, wedding venues: villas, medieval castles, palazzos, and Renaissance churches.

To have a wedding in Italy, you don’t have to marry an Italian. And you certainly don’t have to be Hollywood stars—because a wedding in Italy is an entirely attainable pleasure!

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Marina Sorokoumova-Gullifa

Organization of the ceremony, Wedding for two, Бюджет свадьбы

Official wedding for two in Italy: cost and how to organize

It is believed that an official wedding in Italy is expensive, complicated, lengthy, and unattainable for most. But in reality, this is not the case. And we will explain why.

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Лидия Самсонова-Жаркова

Lifehacks, Organization of the ceremony, Proposal of marriage

Milan and Como: How it works

One of the most modern and most “un-Italian” cities in Italy attracts tourists all year round. The fashion capital and business center of Italy, Milan is not only a modern, comfortable city with countless boutiques of world-renowned brands and skyscraper offices of international companies, but it is also home to the Duomo square, Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”, the La Scala opera house, Sforza Castle, ancient churches, the “Italian Amsterdam” of Navigli, contemporary art galleries, vintage shops, and cozy parks.

From Milan, the easiest destination to reach is Lake Como – one of the most beautiful spots on the Apennine Peninsula. And it is also one of the most popular wedding venues in Italy.

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Marina Sorokoumova-Gullifa

Бюджет свадьбы

How much does it cost to buy a wedding dress in Italy?

Wedding dresses in Italy cost from 1,000 to 20,000 euros. A good dress can be purchased starting at 2,000 euros. Cheaper options in Italy are limited to the “Hello, wild ’90s!” model or a dress made in China.

If you are looking for a wedding dress from a well-known Italian brand, then expect a budget of from 5,000 to 20,000 euros.

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Marina Sorokoumova-Gullifa

Organization of the ceremony, Wedding Traditions

My Big Italian Wedding: Preparation and Organization

We got married on September 23, 2016. On that day, our friends Lesha and Olya were joyfully dancing at our Italian wedding and hadn’t even planned on becoming parents. By August 23, 2017, they were already taking care of their adorable two‐month-old daughter Sofia, while we had just gone to collect our wedding photos – almost a year after the celebration… That’s how things work in Sicily; here they don’t like to rush or stress over deadlines (southern mentality, why hurry on a paradise island?).

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Anna Stukova

Wedding Traditions

Italian weddings: Traditions, differences and key features

Italian Wedding – the dream of many newlyweds, because Italy, with its lush nature, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural and historical attractions, is simply made for love and a beautiful, unforgettable beginning of life together. Romantic Venice, sunny Sicily, monumental Rome or the luxury of Lake Como – the choices are truly endless. It is in Italy that brides can fulfill their childhood dreams of a wedding in a fairytale medieval castle, on a villa terrace with a magnificent view of the azure waters of the Mediterranean, or on the green lawn of a baroque palazzo.

If your dreams are about to come true and a wedding in Italy is just around the corner, then our article will help you prepare for this event, address every possible nuance, and provide useful practical information for guests invited to an Italian wedding who are unfamiliar with local customs.

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Anna Stukova

Wedding Locations

Villa Balbiano: History, luxury and Gucci

Villa Balbiano (Balbiano) is located on the western shore of Lake Como and is one of the most famous and largest private villas on the lake. It is a complex that includes an elegant mansion with 17th‑century frescoes, furnished with works of art and antique furniture, and a well‑maintained garden overlooking the lake with its own dock.

For centuries, the villa has attracted the finest minds of its time; it was owned and frequented by the crème de la crème of society. Today, it hosts private events and wedding ceremonies. It is Villa Balbiano that we see in “The House of Gucci” as the residence of the patriarch of the Aldo Gucci family.

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