Olesya and Artem, as a couple, were united by common interests in music and cinema, a passion for travel, and a love for animals. More globally, their views on family, goals, and future plans were also aligned. The girl received a proposal of marriage while literally on cloud nine with happiness. Artem arranged an incredibly romantic surprise date on a hot air balloon, and of course, Olesya said “Yes!” to the cherished question!

Even before the proposal, in 2019, the couple visited the Eternal City, which captivated both of them with its atmosphere, architecture, friendliness, and the energy of its people. Artem, knowing that Olesya dreamed of marrying in Rome, decided – his beloved deserves to have her dream come true! He carefully approached the issue and, for a whole year, contacted WoW Italy to thoughtfully plan every detail of the most important day for them both.

Despite the thorough preparation, the summer of 2023 wasn’t without its anxieties. The couple flew to Rome a day before the wedding. They had a connecting flight with a layover in Istanbul, and if there had been a delay, they would have had to postpone everything. But everything went smoothly – the Eternal City was waiting for their return, because those who throw coins into the Trevi Fountain are sure to return!

 

On the appointed day, preparations for the bride began at the hotel room, between the Vatican and the Castle of Saint Angelo. Stylist Irina Kostenko skillfully emphasized the bride’s naturally bright appearance. Olesya, with her elegant figure and stature, looked like a true Roman aristocrat. When Artem saw his bride, he could not take his eyes off her, full of admiration and love!

 

The couple traveled in a comfortable car to the outskirts of Rome – Tivoli. The July heat in this ancient hilltop town, where Roman nobility loved to rest, felt much less intense. It was here, in a hall with 18th-century frescoes, that Olesya and Artem were to officially become husband and wife.

A representative from the city hall gave a solemn and touching speech, and the WoW Italy team helped with the translation (which is required by Italian law for all foreigners wishing to marry in Italy). We organized a live stream of the ceremony for the couple’s parents and close ones, who celebrated and rejoiced with them from thousands of kilometers away. Olesya and Artem exchanged vows – touching confessions of love and promises to support each other in joy and sorrow.

 

 

 

After the official ceremony and photoshoot in Tivoli, the couple returned to Rome to take photos in the best light – at sunset. Our team knows the secret spots for photos in Rome, where tourists typically don’t venture. This means fewer people and no hands or legs in the background of the pictures.

The symbol of Rome, its very essence and history, is undoubtedly the Colosseum. It attracts crowds of tourists, but in our secret spot, Olesya and Artem enjoyed their love and their new status as husband and wife without any prying eyes. They strolled through the Roman streets, admiring the churches and rooftops of Rome in the soft rays of the setting sun. The evening ended at the restaurant of the famous Hassler Hotel, with a stunning panoramic view of the Eternal City.

 

The wedding day went by smoothly, joyfully, and effortlessly – just as Olesya and Artem had hoped. Their wedding journey through southern Italy, to breathtaking places like Pompeii and Positano, began in Rome. And so did their journey as husband and wife.

Later, years from now, they will show their children their passports with the marriage stamp, which will say “Rome,” and tell them about the old superstition. And their children will return to Rome to throw their coins into the Trevi Fountain. Because this is the Eternal City, where there are eternal things that never change. And love is the most important and precious of them all.