We wanted the intimacy of a wedding at home, but also the feeling of a vibrant celebration.
Tell us a little about yourselves, what you do, what you love…
We are Luca and Camilla. Luca is an osteopath, deeply passionate about helping people feel their best, while Camilla studied jewellery design at Central Saint Martins in London before moving back to Rome to continue working in the world of design. We live in a small gated community just outside Rome, where we both grew up — a place that has always felt like home and where, somehow, life keeps bringing us back.
We chose to get married in Camilla’s family home, a countryside farmhouse that in the 1920s served as the local elementary school. It’s a place filled with history, memories, and love. Luca is the social, energetic half of our couple — always ready to gather friends, plan something spontaneous, and turn any evening into a celebration. Camilla loves slow mornings, cooking for the people she loves, and long afternoons stretched out in the sun.
Together we adore hosting long lunches, baking pizza in the wood-fired oven in the garden, travelling, singing old Italian songs at the top of our lungs while driving along the coast with the windows down, and occasionally going out dancing. Camilla dreams big, and Luca helps turn those dreams into reality. We keep each other grounded while reminding one another that no dream is too big. Our wedding was one of those dreams — and it came true exactly as we had imagined.
How/where/when did you meet – and what were your first impressions?
We’ve always known of each other. We attended the same elementary and middle schools, and one of Camilla’s best friends even had a crush on Luca when they were twelve. Luca once performed in a theatre production directed by Camilla’s mother, who teaches drama in schools—so in a way, our lives had already been intertwined long before we realised it.
Then life pulled us in different directions. Our real “first” meeting happened when Camilla went to Luca’s clinic for treatment. It felt strangely familiar and completely new at the same time. Later, while flipping through old school magazines from childhood trips, we found a photo of us sitting at a candlelit dinner table during a school event—we must have been about ten years old. If that’s not destiny, what is?
We were always present in each other’s lives, just waiting for the right moment. That moment arrived on July 19th, 2021—exactly four years before our wedding day.
What styling and visual elements worked best for you? (could be things, the florals, particular hire products or your marquee, etc., something the stylist created or simply just the scenic beauty of your location or the existing design of your venue).
Camilla had always dreamed of getting married in her childhood garden, surrounded by the countless varieties of flowers her parents planted over the years. After losing her father eight years ago, getting married at home became even more meaningful.
Our reception took place beneath an oak tree he planted himself—a tree that continues to grow year after year. That decision shaped everything else. We wanted the intimacy of a wedding at home, but also the feeling of a vibrant celebration—full of colour, music, good food, and wine.
Almost everything was DIY: the invitations, menus, decorations, even Camilla’s veil. Her maid of honour embroidered a beautiful curtain with our initials and delicate details telling our story. We planned every detail carefully, but we also allowed space for spontaneity. We trusted that whatever happened would be exactly right. And it was—it felt entirely, unmistakably ours.
What did you enjoy most about the planning process, and do you have any tips for couples starting their wedding planning journey?
We can’t pretend that wedding planning isn’t stressful. There are endless decisions to make, timelines to coordinate, and when you choose to do many things yourselves, it becomes incredibly time-consuming.
Camilla never dreamed of a huge wedding. So even as the guest list grew, we kept asking ourselves one question: Does this feel authentic to us? Staying aligned sometimes meant difficult conversations, but that honesty ultimately strengthened every choice.
Our biggest piece of advice is simple: remember the real reason you’re doing this. You don’t have to please anyone except each other. Trends fade, and expectations shift—but your marriage is what remains.
If you’re planning your wedding independently, our most practical advice is this: get help on the day. We hired an incredible event coordinator and shared every detail of our vision and timeline with her. Letting go on the day itself was the greatest gift we gave ourselves. It allowed us to be fully present—and that presence is what we will remember forever.
Tell us about your vendors. Were there any standout suppliers you would like to make special mention of?
Our photographer, Giulia (@arabellaweddingphotos), was extraordinary. We’re not naturally comfortable in front of the camera, but she guided us gently from the very beginning. The result feels authentic —nothing forced, just us.
For florals, we chose Sole from Ammano Fiori without hesitation. We didn’t even need long discussions—we trusted her completely. The only directions were a green “courtyard” around the oak tree embracing us during the ceremony, a bouquet made of garden flowers, and colourful, free arrangements for the tables. She understood everything intuitively.
Our catering was Relais Le Jardin, an institution for events in Rome. Camilla’s family has known them since her grandmother’s time. We had experienced their cuisine before and couldn’t imagine choosing anyone else. The food was refined yet warm, generous, and deeply Italian—exactly what we wanted our guests to experience.
Tell us about your main outfits, what was unique, and is there a story?
Camilla tried several traditional bridal ateliers, but nothing felt right. She didn’t see herself as a classic bride, and the pressure of fittings and expectations felt overwhelming. A long, formal gown didn’t suit the garden setting either.
So she chose differently. She ordered her dress online—twice. The first wasn’t quite right. The second, a lace dress from Vivienne Westwood, arrived quietly, without drama or tears. There was no cinematic moment. She simply felt like herself: comfortable, free, and at ease. That was all she wanted. Her veil was handmade, light and personal.
Luca’s suit was tailored but relaxed—elegant without feeling rigid. He wanted to look refined but still like himself. For him, the most important detail wasn’t the cut of the suit but how he felt when he saw Camilla walking toward him under the oak tree. In that moment, everything felt perfect.
Tell us about your wedding and engagement rings.
Camilla studied jewellery design, so it was always important that her wedding band reflected that chapter of her life. The rings were created by her former classmate, Carola Solcia, a talented designer and dear friend.
Her engagement ring had always been clear in her mind—even before meeting Luca. A solitaire, but with a twist: a delicate arrow wrapping around the finger. When Luca proposed at sunset by the lighthouse in Siracusa, Sicily, and she saw the ring was exactly as she had imagined, it was overwhelming. It felt like seeing a dream materialise.
The wedding band was designed as a natural extension of the engagement ring, matching its thickness so the two become one continuous form—distinct, yet inseparable.
What were one or two elements that were most important to you both that you were happy to spend a little more on? (food, photography, florals, the venue, your outfits?).
Because of our location, certain details couldn’t be basic—especially elements like the chairs for both the ceremony and dinner. They had to feel coherent with the entire aesthetic. Those seemingly small details became one of our most unexpected but necessary investments. Visual continuity mattered deeply to us.
The other major investment was music. For Luca, celebration was essential. We hired a string quartet for the ceremony, a live band for the aperitivo, and live music again after dinner. It transformed the atmosphere completely. Guests danced late into the night under the stars. The energy was contagious and joyful. That feeling—of everyone together, celebrating fully—was priceless.
Was there a favourite moment (or two) that you will treasure always?
Our ceremony will always remain sacred to us. Two of our closest friends—brother and sister—officiated. We wrote and recited our own vows, and Camilla’s mother gave a speech. Getting married under her father’s oak tree was profoundly emotional. Luca walked in to “Your Song,” and Camilla to “Is This Love,” both played by strings. In our vows, we promised each other a love “Senza fine”—“without an ending”—like our favourite song. It was intimate, personal, and deeply us. Everything felt exactly as promised. Exactly as imagined.
What does being married mean to you, and are there any special rituals you have that you would like to share?
It’s not true that everything changes once you’re married. You’re still the same people, with the same flaws, the same quirks that sometimes drive each other crazy—and the same deep love and respect. Marriage is a celebration, but more than anything, it is a promise. A promise to always show up. To work toward happiness. To build a family rooted in love and respect. To be gentle. To guide one another. We remain two individuals—but together, stronger. The real power lies in sharing, in kindness, and in the courage to be vulnerable.
LOCATION Camilla’s Family Home BRIDE Camilla, @cami_quella GROOM Luca, @ldpaol1 PHOTOGRAPHER Giulia of Arabella Photography, @arabellaweddingphotos PLANNER Martina De Angelis FLORIST Ammano Fiori, @ammano_fiori CELEBRANT Our friends Alessandro and Valeria ENTERTAINMENT Oumy N’Diaye, @oumymusic; BroBusk, @brobusk; 9PM Sessions, @9pm_sessions HIRE Preludio Noleggio, @preludiodivisionenoleggio CATERING Relais le Jardin, @relaislejardin STATIONERY Designed by the bride SIGNAGE Handmade by the maid of honor WEDDING BANDS Carola Solcia, @carola.solcia BRIDE’S DRESS Vivienne Westwood, @viviennewestwood BRIDE’S SHOES Bottega Veneta, @newbottega BRIDE’S ACCESSORIES Veil – Handmade; Ring & Earrings – Bride’s grandmother’s – Buccellati, @buccellatimilan MAKEUP Adelina Popa, @adelina_popa_ BRIDE’S FRAGRANCE Light Blue – Dolce & Gabbana, @dolcegabbana_beauty GROOM’S SUIT Tailor Made GROOM’S SHOES Church’s, @churchs GROOM’S ACCESSORIES Vintage Tie – Hermès, @hermes GROOM’S FRAGRANCE Tobacco Vanille – Tom Ford, @tomfordbeauty
