Wedding date: 23.04.2024 Location: Varenna, Villa Monastero, Lake Como Event planner: @wowitaly_events Photographer: Irina Morina MUAH: Anastasia Kataurova Florist: @alexafiorat Text: Lidiya Samsonova-Zharkova
Margo and Yaroslav decided to get married in Russia, but hold a symbolic ceremony for just the two of them in Italy, so that the very next day they could set off on their honeymoon across Europe. The groom and bride’s morning began in a room with a panoramic view of Lake Como at the Royal Victoria Hotel in Varenna. The couple wanted to spend this morning together, without rushing, enjoying every moment of this special day. Margarita carefully thought out her look not only for the ceremony but also for a pajama photo session. The photos turned out to be very tender and incredibly stylish! The weather in Como this April was quite capricious, it was pretty cold and it rained often. We, along with the couple, were very worried about the weather, but fortunately, on the wedding day, the lake gods smiled upon us and the bad weather was called off. The newlyweds decided to make their symbolic ceremony not just a regular one, but to include an element of play. We prepared for them a special romantic quest, which was designed to show just how well they really know each other. And the couple, of course, passed the task brilliantly, as expected! While Margo and Yaroslav made their way to the ceremony venue, they answered questions from our quest, laughed, kissed, and of course, took many photos. For their symbolic wedding, they chose one of the most beautiful villas on Como – Villa Monastero. Here, on the open veranda with a view of the most beautiful of Italian lakes, they exchanged wedding vows, rings, and once again said “Yes!” to each other. The place and time were chosen intentionally – Yaroslav proposed to Margo on a yacht at sunset, so the water and the time of day hold special significance for the couple. After the ceremony and photo session, the newlyweds went to a cozy bar to celebrate their love with some Italian sparkling prosecco. And next, they enjoyed a luxurious one-hour boat ride on Como with prosecco and light snacks. In the evening, the boat brought the beautiful couple straight to the hotel, where they changed and then went to a restaurant for a wedding dinner for two. The next day, they took their luggage and headed to Venice, which Margo adores. Their next stops on their honeymoon journey were Florence, Rome, and Paris. This is how their intimate Italian wedding smoothly transitioned into the honeymoon of their dreams. Thank you so much, without you, none of this would have happened! All the fears were dissipated and we just enjoyed the process 🥰 We fulfilled the dream of a wedding in Italy! Marina and Svetlana had a clear wedding ceremony preparation plan and followed it according to schedule, all our wishes were taken into account and even more, they were always in touch with us. Even in the conditions of deteriorating weather, everything was perfectly planned, and we only have unforgettable emotions without the stress. They not only helped us with the wedding but also offered guided tours and gave valuable recommendations about Italy. Thank you! Simply write or call us at +39 334 840 20 86 (WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram) / hello@wowitaly-weddings.com
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Margo and Yaroslav: The Wedding and Honeymoon of Dreams
Their love story could have started back in their student years, as they both studied at the same faculty in the same university, but they never met during all their years of study. However, you can’t escape destiny! After graduation, they accidentally met online, and the rest was like a movie! They met in a pub and talked until morning.
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Inna and Ivan: Quest-Photo Walk Around Rome with Don Amore
Wedding Date: 13.09.2023
Location: Rome
Photographer: Irina Morina
Stylist: Irina Kostenko
Flowers: Skyflora
Wedding planner: WowItaly
Text: Anna Strukova
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Inna and Ivan: A Quest Photo Tour of Rome with Don Amore
Love is often compared to a mystery that not everyone is destined to solve. A feeling that sometimes comes unexpectedly, taking over our entire being, revealing unexplored corners of the soul within us.
Love cannot be limited by pure knowledge, examined through a magnifying glass, or carefully organized to try to comprehend it with the mind. Can logic help answer the question of how exactly the heart finds its other half? What kind of magic connects kindred souls among many others? And is it true that marriages are made in heaven?
On the lively streets of the Eternal City, which for millennia has brought many hearts together, one can find answers – in the waters of the Trevi Fountain, which magically help one find love, or in the alleys of the colorful Trastevere, near the majestic ancient ruins, or in the enjoyment of the tastiest Roman pizza.
The very name “Rome,” like a box with a secret, contains love (Roma = AmorE). The young couple, Inna and Ivan, embarked on a journey to open this box together. They celebrated their wedding in Rome, walking hand in hand through the streets and squares, discovering step by step the recipes for a happy family life and the history of the Eternal City as a place where true love resides❤️.
Inna and Ivan met during driving school classes and fell in love with each other. Inna – a girl not only blessed with beauty but also possessing extraordinary inner qualities. Ivan – caring, kind, a true man and the family’s support. The couple enjoys both quiet cozy evenings at home and exciting activities outside, including long-distance trips to cheerful music.
Both active and energetic by nature, Inna and Ivan wanted their wedding to be a bright, emotional, and memorable event for them as a couple. And that’s exactly how it turned out, as the task was solved with the help of WowItaly – an agency that not only organizes weddings in Italy but also exciting romantic quests in the Eternal City.
A beautiful sunny day, September 13, 2023. Inna and Ivan stayed in the very heart of Rome, near the Altare della Patria and Capitol Hill, designed by Michelangelo himself. The day began with a leisurely breakfast and traditional preparations of the bride and groom.
Meeting his beloved on a Roman street, Ivan was left speechless – his Inna was stunningly beautiful in an elegant wedding dress that hugged her slender figure.
After the photo session-meeting, the couple received a letter from Don Amore himself – the godfather of all couples who have sealed their love in Rome. Inna and Ivan had to find the secret ingredients for a long and happy family life, which truly exist in Italy – a country with strong family values and traditions, where respect and love are at the core of everything.
To keep the intrigue, we cannot reveal all the details of how the romantic quest proceeds. But we can try to convey its atmosphere. Hand in hand, Inna and Ivan leisurely walked through Rome, exploring both world-famous and nearly unknown tourist sights, finding hidden clues and secret messages from Don Amore. To complete the quest, one doesn’t need encyclopedic knowledge – all the answers can be found right here, on the ancient cobblestone streets and squares of the Eternal City, and in conversations with its friendly locals.
Inna and Ivan, following tradition, threw coins into the crystal-clear waters of the Trevi Fountain and made wishes that will surely come true. Nearby is the Fountain of Lovers. Unlike the monumental and grandiose Trevi, it is not the most noticeable or the most beautiful, but it is special for those who truly love…
At the Roman fountains with long “noses,” Inna and Ivan learned to drink “the Roman way.” Near the luxurious Baroque church, famous for its “false dome,” the couple worked as a real family team to get another clue from Don Amore. At the ancient structure from the time of Emperor Augustus, our heroes learned more about the traditions of strong Italian families and enjoyed the tastiest Roman pizza.
Thus, step by step, leisurely and at their own pace in true Italian style, Inna and Ivan found all the necessary ingredients for family happiness and opened the box, which… However, we will leave this secret just for the two of them.
And when dusk fell on Rome, and the soft golden light enveloped the facades of buildings and ancient monuments, on one of the secret squares, Inna and Ivan, unable to hold back happy tears, exchanged touching vows of love and loyalty. It is in these pre-sunset moments that Rome truly reveals its romantic side.
The symbolic wedding ceremony ended with a photo session with sparklers. The fire – the soul and heart – blazed in the hearth of the new family.
As Ivan Turgenev wrote, the mysteries of human life are great, and love is the most inaccessible of these mysteries.
Inna and Ivan managed to lift the veil on this mystery. Together, hand in hand, with the help of Don Amore and the great power of mutual love, they searched for and found the ingredients of family happiness. The wedding adventure in Rome will forever remain in their hearts and memories, just as the Eternal City witnessed the beginning of a strong and happy family union.
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Liliya and Vladislav. Happiness in every moment on Lake Como
Wedding Date: 12.10.2022
Location: Lake Como, Villa Armonia
Photographer: Dmitry Kononenko
Videographer: PalmFilms
MUAH: Alina Agafashion
Calligraphy: Valera Sha design
Design and Flowers: Holidays story
Number of Guests: 22 people
Organization: WowItaly
Text: Lidia Samsonova-Zharkova
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Lilia and Vladislav: Happiness in Every Moment at Lake Como
Who said that you can’t meet your destiny on dating websites? Lilia and Vladislav met on Tinder in Kyiv just over a year ago and soon realized that it was love.
Vladislav proposed to Lilia on the white-blue sunny island of Santorini, and they decided to have their wedding in Italy, at Lake Como.
The couple had already been to Como and had fallen deeply in love with the incredible landscapes of one of Italy’s most beautiful lakes. For their symbolic ceremony, Lilia and Vladislav chose Villa Armonia, a family villa from the 19th century that combines architectural beauty and stunning views of Lake Como with modern service and comfort.
By the way, the villa is also beloved by Italian celebrities such as Adriano Celentano and Al Bano, who visit for the atmosphere and, of course, the top-notch cuisine.
The couple’s main desire was to organize a celebration for themselves and their loved ones, to share the joy and celebrate their love. The last few years have shown us that life and love should be lived in the present because no one knows what tomorrow will bring. Therefore, no distances or circumstances could be an obstacle – guests flew to Lilia and Vladislav’s wedding from all over the world.
The bride was very meticulous in planning the event; she had a clear vision of how it should be, so working with her was incredibly easy and pleasant! For the wedding, Lilia prepared two different wedding dresses and knew exactly what she wanted for the ceremony under Beyoncé’s “Halo,” with petals being thrown to “Everything I Do” by Bryan Adams.
The wedding took place on a huge terrace overlooking the lake. The arch draped with white flowers, the handsome groom and the dazzling bride, like Hollywood actors, with a luxurious landscape as the backdrop – everything was like a love movie!
After the ceremony, the newlyweds went for a boat ride photo session on the lake, while the guests went to a buffet where they were in for a surprise – a gender party! Friends and relatives of the newlyweds were divided into two teams – “for the boy” and “for the girl.” And when Lilia and Vladislav returned, we told them that we had managed to bribe the doctor and now knew the sex of their future child. The secret was revealed when a popper shot up, sending a million pink confetti into the air – it’s a girl! At that moment, the groom’s happiness knew no bounds!
The wedding dinner took place in the luxurious interiors of the villa, in a hall with panoramic windows overlooking the evening Como. During the dinner, guests were invited to participate in a wedding quiz. The newlyweds had prepared a whole list of questions, and answering them was not that easy! For each correct answer, guests received a sweet prize – famous Italian Baci candies.
But the surprises didn’t end there! Lilia prepared an incredible dance for her beloved, which she performed immediately after the newlyweds’ first dance. After that, everyone started dancing to the lively Macarena!
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Vitalina and Vitaly: a celebration of true love on Lake Como
Wedding Date: 10.10.2022
Location: Lake Como
Photographer: Dmitry Kononenko
Videographer: PalmFilms
MUAH: Olga Golovko
Budget: 6250€
Organization: WowItaly
Text: Ekaterina Krapivnitskaya
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Vitalina and Vitaly: A Celebration of True Love on Lake Como
Love is a feeling that everyone understands in their own way. But as writer Ivan Bunin said, love is always a great happiness. And how can we disagree, for it is a true miracle to find your beloved person in this boundless world!
And another happiness for the couple is to celebrate their most important day exactly the way they want, just for the two of them. Vitaly and Vita entrusted us with organizing their dream wedding, and we are happy to have brought their dearest wishes to life!
Vita is a designer by profession, and as a truly creative person, she had already thought out the concept and details of the wedding. Our inspired team worked hard not only to organize the wedding ceremony but also to create a true celebration of pure and sincere love, support, and care that the couple so tenderly give to each other!
Several circumstances forced the couple to postpone their wedding ceremony date, but despite everything, they really wanted to celebrate their love and dreamt of becoming husband and wife precisely on Lake Como.
There was even a surprise when the couple arrived in Italy: on that day, a transport strike unexpectedly took place in the country of eternal joy, making it nearly impossible to reach Como. But not for our couple – magically, at the appointed hour, they found themselves exactly where they dreamed of being!
Of course, the couple hoped to catch some warm Italian sunshine. But mid-October in Italy marks the end of the summer season and the approach of autumn, meaning that the weather during this period can be unpredictable. Indeed, the forecast promised rain on the day of the wedding. But as we’ve already said, true love can work miracles…
On the wedding day, there was no rain! The weather was beautifully overcast, creating an incredibly cozy and special atmosphere. It turned out to be a romantic and beautiful day, which the couple dedicated entirely to each other and their loved ones. Every moment was filled with the romance of Italy and its unique atmosphere.
Our brave couple wasn’t scared of the possible rain and hoped for the best, looking forward to a drive in a beautiful retro car through the picturesque surroundings of Como. But it’s well-known that Italians don’t like to take risks, and as soon as the first clouds appeared in the sky, we got a call (2 hours before the ceremony!) informing us that the weather conditions wouldn’t allow the couple’s dream to come true…
Like true fairy godmothers, our organizers managed to do the impossible, and just an hour later, the carriage was ready, and it was even more beautiful than the one the bride and groom had imagined. WowItaly! These are the emotions we want to create, no matter what!
After the ceremony, exchanging important promises and touching confessions, the happy newlyweds went to enjoy the stunning views of Como on a water limousine, sipping champagne, exchanging warm hugs and smiles. The extraordinary symphony of nature, true emotions, and feelings touched the deepest strings of their loving hearts!
Gentle, kind, romantic, and at the same time very sensual, Vita and Vitaly felt perfectly at home in the ancient towns of Como, its picturesque gardens, and villas. Who would have thought that this was their first trip to Italy together? Even their names seem made for this country: Vita and Vitaly in Italy. Vita in Italian means life, and Vitaly is almost like life in Italy 😊 It really sounds magical!
Ah, love… this bright feeling! The purest and most sincere, full of joy and magic. And just as natural, romantic, and gentle were the wedding photos from this beautiful day – in the silver of the autumn sky, Vita and Vitaly’s feelings became even brighter.
Guys, we are so happy to have fulfilled your shared dream – to join your lines of life here, at Lake Como, in beautiful Italy.
Celebrate your love every day and warm each other with the warmth of your hearts in any weather, for all weather is good ❤️
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Alina and Dmitry, symbolic wedding in Sicily. Perfection of elegance and sophistication
Wedding Date: 16.08.2022
Location: Sicily
Photographer: Irina Morina
Videographer: PalmFilms
MUAH: Olga Golovko
Budget: 4590€
Organization: WowItaly Weddings
Text: Ekaterina Krapivnitskaya
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Alina and Dmitry, Symbolic Wedding in Sicily. Perfection of Elegance and Refinement
Alina and Dmitry dreamed of uniting their hearts during the hottest time of summer when the sun shines as brightly as their feelings for each other…
Mid-August in Italy is the hottest season, a time for relaxation and slow enjoyment of life, or as the Italians say, “dolce far niente.” Therefore, we suggested to our young couple from Moscow to spend their most important day by the sea, on the beautiful island of Sicily, where the sea breeze surrounds you with its lightness and brings joy, while the stunning nature and breathtaking views capture you at first sight.
The bride and groom started their journey from the island’s capital, Catania, and the day before the wedding, they had to make their way to Taormina. On the famous Ferragosto holiday, which is celebrated in Italy on August 15, this idea seemed nearly impossible. But not in Sicily – the locals are known for their hospitality and kind nature. Right at the local bar, they offered them a car, and soon they were at their destination!
Almost like true Sicilian aristocrats, Alina and Dmitry chose a stunning XVI-century villa for their stay. From their room window, they had an incredible view of Isola Bella – a small island off the eastern coast of Sicily, near Taormina. The island is rightly named, as even the German photographer Baron Wilhelm von Glöden called it the “pearl of the Mediterranean.”
The symbolic wedding ceremony took place in the heart of Sicily – the ancient city of Taormina, surrounded by mountains and the sea.
Even if fate gives you only one day in Sicily, spend it in Taormina!
Guy de Maupassant
The lovers exchanged vows of fidelity, incredibly touching and tearful. Indeed, these were not just words – even Dmitry, a tall and determined man, shed a tear and was genuinely emotional. That’s right – our ceremonies can even move James Bond! 😊
For their wedding photoshoot and a stroll through the picturesque surroundings, the couple had at their disposal an elegant Excalibur from 1939, which made them look even more like characters from a movie.
The serpentine road along the coast led Alina and Dmitry to the Madonna della Rocca Church, carved directly into the rock. This church was built in a small cave back in the 12th century and later restored in the early 17th century. It is located on the slope of Mount Tauro, which rises above the city, so it offers an incredibly beautiful panoramic view. Part of its ceiling is directly made of the rock, giving it a unique atmosphere.
We took several shots in this church, and we did not regret it: the enchanting, truly divine light highlighted Alina’s delicate and refined figure, and her dress perfectly matched the décor and patterns on the walls.
The couple’s first dance took place under the Sicilian sun at the top of Taormina, with views of Mount Etna and the island’s stunning nature, just as the couple had dreamed. Now this place will remain in their hearts forever, and they in ours.
At sunset, the couple decided to take a walk around the town, enjoying its bohemian atmosphere and elegant streets. Yes, how many writers, artists, and other aristocrats have lived and visited Taormina — it leaves no one indifferent! Some locals were lucky too, as Alina’s wedding bouquet was given to a beautiful Sicilian woman!
The next day, Alina and Dmitry traveled to Rome and Florence, where they spent their brief Italian vacation. Just five days later, our dynamic newlyweds returned to their native Moscow and soon enjoyed stunning photos from their wedding day, where every detail was truly magnificent.
Once again, we wanted to thank everyone who organized such a fantastic day for us 😍 We are still in awe, everything was perfect. We spent it exactly as we wanted! You are wonderful professionals and lovely people.
Alina & Dmitry
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Elena and Vasily. Tender and charming wedding on Lake Como
Wedding date: 29.06.2022
Location: Lake Como
Photo: Irina Morina
Make up & Hair: Alina Agafonova
Event planner: WowItaly
Floral Design: @ilfioraiodiviasanmauro
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Elena and Vasily. A delicate and enchanting wedding at Lake Como
If you truly love someone, you will find a way to make their dreams come true.
Vasily and Elena live in Minsk and have been together for 10 years. In fact, they have already been a family for a long time, as it’s not a stamp in the passport that makes a couple a family. Their wedding was supposed to happen three years ago, but the pandemic prevented their plans. The couple decided to wait, as Elena’s dream was not just a wedding, but a wedding at one of the most beautiful places in Italy – Lake Como.
They contacted us in February 2022, and the main challenge in organizing their wedding was obtaining visas, which became nearly impossible due to the worsening international situation. They received their Schengen visa only in June, and it was valid for just two weeks. There was no time to prepare all the necessary documents and organize an official wedding, so the couple chose a symbolic ceremony.
Vasily and Elena had a simple civil ceremony in Minsk the day before their trip and didn’t plan to throw a big celebration, but that’s not how it went! Friends surprised them – they met them after the registry office in a luxurious car and literally overwhelmed the newlyweds with flowers. After that, the couple had a long and complicated bus ride to Vilnius, followed by a flight to Milan.
We booked a stunning suite for the couple at Lake Como with a large terrace, where the symbolic wedding ceremony took place. The day traditionally started with a boudoir photoshoot for the bride. By the way, Elena looked very Italian! When the makeup artist and hairstylist finally finished, Elena went to meet her groom with the photographer.
The ceremony was very touching. Vasily did everything he could to fulfill his beloved’s dream and make everything exactly how she wanted, from start to finish.
The day before the wedding, he wrote a vow in verse, which deeply moved our entire team. Looking at Vasily and Elena, it was hard to believe that they had been together for 10 years; they seemed like young lovers!
The groom’s voice was trembling, and his hands were shaking as he read his vow. We have organized and conducted hundreds of beautiful weddings and witnessed many touching moments, declarations of love, and wedding vows, but this couple moved us all to tears!
After the official part, the newlyweds went for a car ride. Vasily loves cars, so we chose a 1960 retro Fiat for him. A drive along the shores of Lake Como, famous for its breathtaking views – that in itself is an adventure!
The goal of the drive was a secret beach, where a few local residents greeted us with shouts of “Auguri!” (“Congratulations!”). It was incredibly beautiful! A light silver mist wrapped around the lake and mountains as if by order, and the sunlight seemed to flow, creating perfect conditions for wedding photos.
The next stop was the famous Villa Monastero on Lake Como. There was not much time before closing, so there were almost no visitors. The entire park, bathed in the rays of the setting sun, was entirely at the disposal of the newlyweds and photographer. The golden hour on the shores of Como is the perfect time and place for tender romantic photos.
Then we took a short walk through Varenna, a small picturesque town where the villa is located. Afterward, we sent the happy newlyweds in a taxi, which took them back to their luxurious hotel, where a wedding dinner for two awaited them.
The brightest, most magical, and beautiful event of the year – our Italian wedding. And for that, endless thanks to the WowItaly team, without whom my dream would not have come true in this difficult year.
And to the special people who made our dream a reality. Marina, you made our day bright, yet so touching at the same time. Ira, you left us with so much beauty and made this day unforgettable. A thousand thanks, girls!!!
Elena & Vasily
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Maria and Andrea: Russian loaf and Italian pasta at one wedding
Wedding date: 10.06.2022
Location: Rome
Photo: Juli Kundera
MUAH: Irina Kostenko
Wedding coordination in Italy: WowItaly
Text: Svetlana Vlasenko
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Maria and Andrea: Russian bread and Italian pasta at the same wedding
“This was the best wedding I’ve ever been to. You are top-notch and amazing. Thank you!”
Hearing such feedback about our work is always nice, but when it comes from someone who really understands event management, the words take on a special significance. Our bride Maria studied event management in London and approached the choice of wedding coordinator with great seriousness.
Maria and Andrea met at university. He was a professor, she was his student. Doesn’t that sound like the plot of a romantic movie? The girl dislikes her professor and complains that he’s always picking on her. The man falls in love with his student at first sight, but how can he attract her attention? This is not a made-up script we’re telling you, but the real love story of our heroes. Life sometimes offers more romantic moments than a book or movie. Andrea managed to win Maria’s heart, and they decided to celebrate their wedding in Rome.
Maria already had a clear plan for how her wedding should go. She chose the villa, the florists, and the photographer herself. She needed a coordinator to oversee the work of all the participants on the day of the ceremony. To learn more about the difference between a wedding planner and coordinator, check out this article on our website. The bride took this matter so seriously that she even interviewed several agencies. We were proud that she chose us, and we felt responsible. The wedding coordinator’s job is to ensure that all vendors do their work flawlessly and on time. We discussed all the details and the event’s timeline with the bride in advance. We wanted everything Maria had planned to come to life.
The symbolic ceremony took place at a villa in the suburbs of Rome. A few hours before the start, the florists began decorating the venue, and the sound engineer checked the equipment. While the newlyweds calmly prepared for the ceremony, the guests started arriving.
Maria and Andrea have many friends and colleagues across Europe, and Italian, Russian, and English were heard in every corner. Many guests couldn’t make it, so at the couple’s request, we conducted a live Zoom broadcast of the ceremony.
And finally, the host calls for silence. To soft music, the father walks his daughter to the altar and solemnly gives her hand to the groom. By the way, the ceremony was conducted by Maria’s professor and Andrea’s colleague from the university. In his festive speech, he recalled many funny moments, as their love story unfolded before his eyes.
After the ceremony, the newlyweds received congratulations and took group photos. According to Italian tradition, each guest receives a small wedding souvenir. Maria and Andrea’s gifts for guests were in the dolce vita style – sweet candies and a bottle of prosecco. During the congratulations, we took Polaroid photos of the guests and immediately got the printed pictures. We then attached the photos to the prosecco bags, making each souvenir truly unique and memorable.
While Maria and Andrea were on their photo shoot, the guests enjoyed an aperitif and left their congratulations in the guestbook. The newlyweds returned to their friends to the sounds of live music. A saxophonist was specially invited for this festive moment. They were greeted by the bride’s parents with a loaf of bread! After all, who will bite the biggest piece and be the master of the house?
The wedding dinner followed Italian traditions. Appetizers were followed by the first course, pasta, as is customary in Italy. This was followed by several types of hot dishes. The change of dishes was accompanied by congratulations from relatives and guests, as well as dancing. During this time, we decorated the villa courtyard with evening lighting and prepared the spot for the wedding dessert.
Before cutting the cake, the newlyweds opened a large bottle of prosecco, and then there was dancing. In Italy, by law, music can only be played until midnight. Afterward, everyone was given headphones for a silent disco, and the dancing continued until the early morning.
Among the guests were the groom’s grandparents. When we first met this Italian nonni couple, who are almost 90 years old, we couldn’t help but admire them. They didn’t fall behind the young ones – they drank, snacked, and even danced at the disco. All our team openly admired this couple and complimented them. It was clear that the elderly people appreciated the attention.
At the end of the evening, one of the young guests said to the elderly lady: “I sincerely admire you! My wife switched to comfortable shoes two hours after the ceremony, but you, signora, are still in heels!”
We thank Maria and Andrea for trusting our agency with the coordination of their wedding. We wish this wonderful couple, just like their grandparents, to live happily together for many years, enjoy life, and dance joyfully at the wedding of their great-grandchildren.
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Sergey and Marina’s Wedding in Rome and Lake Albano. The Magic of Every Moment
Wedding Date: October 2, 2019
Location: Rome, Villa on Lake Albano, and Renaissance villa
Photographer: Irina Morina
Videographer: Sylvestr Mytsyura
MUAH: Ruslana Redzhi
Guests: 11 people
Wedding Organization in Italy: WowItaly Weddings
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Sergey and Marina's Wedding in Rome and Lake Albano. The Magic of Every Moment
He is a serious and successful businessman whose professional activity hasn’t diminished his amazing sense of humor and generosity.
She is a master of sports in rhythmic gymnastics. Graceful, incredibly beautiful, with a sculpted figure like a statue, insightful eyes, and a charming smile.
Sergey and Marina live in Kharkiv and love to travel by car across Europe. They almost every year vacation in Italy, and when Sergey proposed to Marina, there was no question of where to celebrate the wedding. Of course, in their favorite Italy!
You can take the whole world, but leave me Italy.
Giuseppe Verdi
Sergey and Marina are real Italy lovers, and on their wedding day, they were ready to immerse themselves completely in the atmosphere of their beloved Italy.
The morning began with a symbolic ceremony in the open air by the picturesque volcanic Lake Albano, attended by their closest friends and relatives. Then, a walk through the Renaissance villa, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, among fountains, greenery, and cozy grottos. After that, a trip to Rome and a photo shoot against the backdrop of the main attraction of the Italian capital. The day ended with a dinner at a restaurant with a panoramic view of St. Peter’s Dome.
We admit, we even tried to persuade the couple to “lighten” the schedule, reduce the number of trips so that both the newlyweds and the guests wouldn’t get tired. To this, Sergey and Marina confidently replied: “They are our energizers – they’ll be happy!” And they were right! It turned out to be a fun, touching, and atmospheric celebration for everyone.
The personal meeting with Sergey and Marina took place at Marina’s house, WowItaly Weddings organizer and the bride’s namesake, in her Roman apartment. The couple was a bit late from shopping and kindly offered to drop by Marina’s place. “When I opened the door, there were two rays of sunshine standing on the doorstep,” says Marina of their first meeting. “They handed me a box of cookies, their eyes and smiles were shining with happiness, and I had the feeling that we had known each other for a long time and that old friends had come to visit!”
The weather forecast on the wedding day was discouraging – rain and thunderstorms all day. Our team even tried to move the ceremony to another date, but unfortunately not all the guests would be able to attend. However, Sergey and Marina were confident that October 2, 2019, the weather would not let them down: “We’ll leave everything as it is, we’re sure it will be great!”
And once again, the positive attitude of the young couple worked wonders. The heavens were on their side!
The forecasts were wrong, and the weather didn’t let them down. The rain started exactly when the couple got in the car to drive to the Renaissance villa. And it stopped, as if by magic, upon our arrival, giving us deserted alleys and incredible light for these photographs…
Villa d’Este – a green masterpiece, the prototype of almost all palace parks in Europe and Russia’s Peterhof, became the setting for such vivid, sincere feelings of Sergey and Marina.
Do you remember the fairy tale scene where the prince and princess dance in a magical forest, kiss… and nature around them comes alive? Every leaf and twig seems to start dancing along with the characters. This is the exact feeling when we admired Sergey and Marina during their photo shoot…
On Sergey and Marina’s wedding day, magic was in every moment!
Because these moments were filled with endless love and tenderness for each other, the rhythm of hearts beating in unison, sincere smiles, and the sparkle in happy eyes… We wish the couple to keep these feelings for many, many years and, of course, to keep coming back to their beloved Italy, which brought their fates and hearts together!
Our wedding was very active, we tried to visit as many sights of the Eternal City as possible on that day. Personally, both we and all our guests loved everything!
Wedding organization at the highest level! Everything we had agreed upon was confirmed. Help and support in any issues throughout the wedding day. No worries for the bride and groom (if there are guests, their questions are handled by the staff). We ordered photos and videos for the whole day. Great work! We want to express our gratitude for the organization and conducting of our wedding, no negative emotions or memories. Professionals at their job. We still communicate and are considering another celebration in our family in this city).
Thanks again to everyone who participated in this exciting day! Prosperity to your company!
Review from Sergey and Marina on the wedding organization
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Anna and Ramin’s Wedding. A Celebration with the Closest on Lake Albano
Wedding Date: April 17, 2019
Location: Rome and a villa on Lake Albano
Photographer: Yana Shpitsberg
Videographer: Sylvestr Mytsyura
MUAH: Ruslana Redzhi
Flowers: Marina Sorokoumova
Guests: 14 people
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Wedding of Anna and Ramin. A celebration with close ones at Lake Albano
Anna and Ramin are a charming young couple who dreamed of a beautiful symbolic wedding ceremony in Italy.
The WowItaly Weddings team was tasked with a difficult challenge — organizing a wedding at a villa with a beautiful view for 17 people. What’s difficult about that, you might ask, as there are many villas in Italy?
Indeed, there are many villas with beautiful views in Italy, but very few that rent out for small events. Additionally, if the goal is to find a villa at an affordable price and not an exorbitant one, the task seems almost impossible.
But not for our team. We successfully found the perfect place. The groom, bride, and their guests spent unforgettable hours at the villa near Rome, with a breathtaking view of Lake Albano and the green hills.
Let’s get to know our heroes better. Anna is a charming, delicate, and incredibly beautiful woman. She is also a professional sommelier. Anna, both for work and by heart, frequently visits Italy and is enchanted by this country. She has been to Rome, where she made some friends. It was these friends who suggested she contact the WowItaly Weddings team to organize her wedding in Italy.
Ramin is an intelligent, distinguished, and serious businessman, madly in love with Anna. As a true gentleman, he is ready to do anything for his princess! And so it was on this day — April 17, 2019.
Good morning – with croissants and coffee! The bride wakes up first, as she is greeted by our stylist Ruslana Redzhi with a suitcase containing everything needed to create her bridal look.
While Anna is getting ready, Ramin, along with the videographer, heads to a nearby bar. It’s an Italian tradition to meet in the morning at the bar for a cappuccino or espresso at the counter, to discuss the latest news and upcoming plans.
The long-awaited meeting of the bride and groom took place at a small church near the Pantheon. Rome, bathed in sunlight, where in April one can walk without a jacket. And our couple, Anna and Ramin, so young, beautiful, and happy! “Che belli” (How beautiful), “Auguri!” (Congratulations), “Siete belissimi!!!” (You are incredible!) – enthusiastic exclamations from Italians followed the bride and groom at every step.
And there were also dances on the Spanish Steps, tender embraces with a view of St. Peter’s Dome, a walk hand in hand through the Villa Borghese. And a stop at the viewpoint, where they had a moment to dream about the future with a view of the Eternal City. After all, this is the city where the word LOVE is already in its name (Roma = Amore).
Meanwhile, the guests were gathering at the villa located on the high shore of Lake Albano. In this incredibly picturesque area are cozy medieval towns of the Castelli Romani (Roman Castles) and the “summer residence” of the Pope (the pontiff’s countryside retreat).
Can you imagine that Rome began right here? According to legend, Aeneas founded his first settlement here when he fled from Troy with his father and son. Later, the descendants of Aeneas founded Rome (the famous Romulus and his brother Remus).
Lake Albano is unique because it is of volcanic origin, meaning there was once a large volcano here! The extinct crater was gradually filled with water – and thus, the lake with incredibly clear blue water emerged. On its fertile volcanic soil, the tastiest strawberries in Italy grow. This is where Anna and Ramin’s symbolic wedding ceremony took place in this wonderfully beautiful location.
They wanted to share this sunny day with their closest people — their parents, siblings, and dearest friends. These people became the officiants of this touching ceremony, during which Anna and Ramin exchanged their wedding vows.
“He who has seen Italy well, and especially Rome, will never again be completely unhappy. Oh Rome, you are the whole world!” – J. W. Goethe
We would just like to add: “Oh Rome, you are the whole world of Love!” True and sincere love, a long and happy family life is what we wish for Anna and Ramin, whom we look forward to seeing at their wedding anniversary in the Eternal City 🙂
This day, April 17, 2019, was filled with powerful emotions, heartfelt speeches, kisses, joyful dances, and, of course, delicious Italian dishes, as you would expect in Italy! To see how the day went for Anna, Ramin, and their guests, you can watch the video here:
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Wedding of Anastasia and Konstantin. Harmony of nature and art in a Renaissance villa
Wedding Date: March 31, 2019
Location: Renaissance villa in Tivoli, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Photographer: Oksana Savenchuk
MUAH: Ruslana Redzhi
Flowers: Marina Sorokoumova
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Symbolic Wedding in Italy
Wedding of Anastasia and Konstantin. The harmony of nature and art at a Renaissance villa
As the French writer George Sand rightly noted, “Love is the happiness that is given to each other.”
And this happiness is even more poignant, brighter, and louder when experienced with your beloved in a special place. During the time of the Great Empire, they said: “Roma caput mundi est” (Rome is the “head of the world”, the center of the universe). And today, people say that Roma is the capital of lovers. Not Paris, not Verona, but Rome. If you read the name of the city backwards, you get the word “Amor”, which in Latin and many other languages of the world means “love”.
Love is what is literally in the air in Rome. And just near Rome is the cozy town of Tivoli, which is even older than its famous sibling. For romantic hearts, there is nothing better than the local breathtaking landscapes, secluded olive groves, narrow streets, and stones soaked in history…
What does “giving love” mean for our heroes Anastasia and Konstantin?
To love is to escape together to the city of love, Rome.Rent a cozy apartment near the Castel Sant’Angelo.Make delicious breakfasts for each other, drink champagne in the mornings, and then walk through sunny, blooming, and singing Rome in March.
To love is to give her two romantic ceremonies for her birthday. One in Italy in March, and the second in Norway in July.
To love is to arrange two photoshoots, as you both like. One to be held in a princess dress at a luxurious Renaissance villa. For the second, wear a lace boho dress and catch the sunset rays through the branches of olive trees.
To love is to write long vows to each other, to remember together how it all started, your feelings and experiences, to not be shy and share them in the most touching moment. To blush together, just like on the first day you met. To laugh a lot and smile at each other. And to shed a few tears… Of course, from happiness!
Then drink champagne with a bubbly star of luck…
To love is to dance to the music of a singing fountain with a 400-year history, under the rainbow of love, under the splashes of water and the chirping of green parrots. Felicita!
To love is to walk through a blooming alley, to catch the rays of happiness, to hold her hands in yours and be sure that now, together, you can conquer anything!
Marina, thank you so much! Our wedding was simply magical! Your team is so wonderful and professional! We had unforgettable experiences and a lot of pleasure! We are so grateful for the warm, homey attitude! We felt at home! Many thanks to your team! We hope for more future events together and will definitely recommend your team! Anastasia & Konstantin
Konstantin and Anastasia, thank you for true happiness and sincere love! Cherish, preserve, and definitely multiply them. Be happy forever, as you were on this beautiful, smile-filled day – March 31, 2019!
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