Every little detail...

I adore it when a good photographer takes your rings and has some fun with them... But even if you have a great photographer, sometimes you need to give them some props! 

2014 wedding trend...

We are only in January but 2014 wedding trends are making themselves knows, but which one is the most popular? 

Pastels! Dusky pink to shades of peach, powder blue to creamy yellow, pastels are making waves...

Pillow Present...

Have you ever noticed at the end of a wedding how many favors are forgotten on the table? Normally I collect them all up and as nearly all the guests are staying at the same venue, I make a display in the breakfast room where guests can pick one up. 

With destination weddings there is a growing trend for the ''Pillow Present''. This can be in the form of a welcome basket or while you and your guests enjoy the celebrations, the hotel or villa will place the favor on your guests pillow or door handle... 

Here are our top tips for a destination wedding welcome bags and pillow presents!

Lovely lace ideas!

I just adore lace. Such a pretty material  that can transform your wedding in to something spectacular! Perfect if you are going for a vintage look, but equally versatile if used correctly in a modern setting... 

The recovery lunch!

With destination weddings they tend to run over 3 or 4 days. There is the welcome cocktail party, the wedding and the recovery lunch before everyone departs. If your venue has the space how about an Italian style picnic! Stations of different local food set up, the BBQ grill going and a flow of local wine! Make for a very happy relaxing afternoon!   

Lake Maggiore!

There is something about Lake Maggiore... Most people look at Lake Como or Lake Garda for their wedding and forget about the other lakes, myself included, that is until I went to visit. Lake Maggiore was not a lake I had really thought about, then one day I had to collect my sister from the Malpensa airport. I was a little early and decided to drive the 25 minuets to check out the lake,  enjoy the cool breeze and spectacular views. Since then I have had the joy of discovering amazing locations, villas, castles and eateries.

One of the key elements we get asked for a lot, is a location close to an airport.  Lake Maggiore is so close to the international airport that that is the first appeal, the second is the outstanding beauty making it perfect for your Italian lake wedding.

Dreaming of summer...

Positano... Amalfi... Ravello... Sorrento... Timeless Italy!

Almost time to party!

Venice Carnival is a month away! Time to book your flight, your hotel, outfit & mask, obtain tickets to the ball and be inspired by the splendour of Venice during the 

Carnevale di Venezia! 

A WEDDING LOVE STORY AT CASTLE LESLIE IN GLASLOUGH, IRELAND

I came across this styled wedding shoot by KT Merry Photography and was totally blown away! So much so I have to share this with you...

One Bride, One Groom, will travel! Part Two...

Sara and her mother walked from Villa Cipriani to the stunning town hall of Asolo where Jason, her Groom, was waiting for her. I can not do the description justice with my writing, after all I am a wedding planner not a novelist, but there is a moment when the groom sees his bride for the first time and it is as if there is no one else in the room.... 

Puppy love!

The wonderful thing about love is it is unconditional! 

Getting married in Italy does not mean you have to leave your four legged baby behind, after all dogs are family too! Just apply for a Pet Passport in time and your trusted loyal companion can be part of your day too! 

Feel the love...

Shabby Chic Italian Style...

Looking for something magical, pretty, detailed... Here are our top tips on how to create your "Shabby Chic with Italian Style" wedding!