We think your wedding deserves an ‘Italian goodbye’ - that is, a relaxed yet curated post-wedding event to say farewell in style. After helping couples host many a farewell party, we’ve got 5 rules we always follow to make sure the atmosphere is right, the energy is...
Designing the perfect Italian wedding timeline means considering several factors - which part of the country to get married in, what time of year, and how to structure your itinerary to get the best of this beautiful place in your own way. We’re giving away all of...
That feeling when you finally have a glass of prosecco in hand, the late-spring warmth on your shoulders, and your loved ones all in the same place…that’s the feeling only the first night of your wedding weekend in Italy can give you. It’s your welcome party, the...
Arguably one of the most exciting parts of planning your destination wedding is the moment the plans start to be unveiled to your guests for the first time. Elegante by Michelle J offers full service wedding planning (for couples of all faiths, with a specialism in...
As a destination wedding planner with over a decade of experience planning celebrations in Europe, I often hear the assumption that a destination wedding costs less than a UK or US based wedding. I want to properly address the question ‘how much do destination...
As our reputation for planning incredible destination weddings in Italy has grown, so too has Team Elegante’s love for the boundlessly charming region of Tuscany. Couples seeking a destination that delivers on lush landscapes, fabulous food and Italy’s signature...
Embarking on the exciting journey of planning a wedding overseas leads many couples to the same conclusion: that employing the expert services of a wedding planner might just be the key to an enjoyable experience. As one of these couples, you may have taken to Google...
Are you looking for your perfect place to say ‘I do’ in Italy? Couples looking to marry in a gorgeous location under the Italian sun often find the process of searching for a venue overwhelming, quickly discovering that the country is bejewelled with a breathtaking...
Italy is a country well known for its breathtaking lake vistas, with the famous duo Como and Garda in the north dominating the destination wedding scene. However, when Natasha and Marc were describing their Jewish destination wedding vision to me, I knew we had to...
On a beautiful Italian summer’s day earlier this year, nine members of Team Elegante sit at a small, rustic restaurant in the quiet town of Fiesole. They tuck into heaped plates of homemade pasta and the street echoes with their laughter and shared stories. Walking...