Olivia + Alessandro by Rod & Cone

We reflected this in the decoration using oranges, lemons, seasonal flowers, and warm colours.

Tell us a little about yourselves, what you do, what you love… 

We are a blend of Italian soul and Spanish spirit, currently based in Switzerland and deeply in love after seven years together. Seven years ago, Olivia took a leap of faith, leaving Spain behind to build a new life alongside Alessandro in Zurich. We are an energetic, active couple who thrive on healthy living—we love working out together and recently ticked running a half marathon off our bucket list. While we appreciate life’s simplest pleasures, we’re also avid wanderers at heart, constantly seeking out new travels and eager to discover every corner of the world together.

How/where/when did you meet – and what were your first impressions?  

We first met in Madrid, and the connection was instant. Beyond the undeniable physical attraction, there was this effortless, electric chemistry between us from the second one. Alessandro always recalls that bittersweet ache of getting into the taxi back to the airport, thinking of what he was leaving behind (little did he know that our story was only just beginning).

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).   

For us, it was very important to bring both of our worlds together—Spain and Valencia with their tradition and roots, alongside Italy. That’s why we chose Mas Les Lloses as our venue. It is located in the middle of orange groves in Valencia, right where my grandfather used to have his own fields. We reflected this in the decoration using oranges, lemons, seasonal flowers, and warm colours. To bring in the Italian and Sicilian side, we used Sicilian ceramic heads as decor, and we wrapped up dinner with Casarecce alla Carbonara and a tiramisu tower.

On the other hand, it was a summer evening ceremony where we got to witness both the sunset and a full moon. That was our inspiration: warm colours during the cocktail hour for the sunset, and for dinner, we projected an orange sun onto the venue’s facade. We set up long tables filled with candles to look like sun rays coming out from the projection, resulting in a candlelight dinner right under the full moon.

What did you enjoy most about the planning process, and do you have any tips for couples starting their wedding planning journey?

Honestly, every single moment of it. Having the right person by your side, someone who truly gets it, guides you through every doubt, and champions your vision, makes all the difference. Our tip: take your time to get inspired by your own stories and roots, and reflect them on that day. It is a day that goes by so fast, so please enjoy it from minute one, right when you start organising it.

Tell us about your vendors. Were there any standout suppliers you would like to make special mention of?  

My wedding planner Lorena and my friend Marta from Cocotte Catering were my two main pillars of support and inspiration. A special mention also goes to Rod and Cone (Pablo and Lorea) for the photography and to Pablo Navarro for the video. They did a spectacular job; I couldn’t have imagined having such amazing photos and video of the wedding. They captured both the big moments and the small details that reflect people’s emotions, the chicest corners, and the looks of our guests.

Tell us about your main outfits, what was unique, and is there a story?  

As for the wedding dress, I had several ideas in mind for the neckline, the sleeves, and the lace fabric, so I contacted Carmen García to bring those ideas into my wedding dress. Honestly, during our very first video call, she understood me perfectly. Between her previous work, her warmth, and her ideas, I knew right away she was the one—and she truly made the perfect dress for me. My original plan was not to have a second dress, but my friend Fancyclumsy made an amazing hand-crocheted dress for my bachelorette trip, so I just had to wear it that day as well.

Tell us about your wedding and engagement rings.

We wanted something simple and traditional: two 18k gold bands—3mm for me and 4mm for Alessandro. We went to Argimiro Joyero in Valencia, where they treated us wonderfully. On top of that, he lent me stunning, Art Deco–inspired long fan earrings with diamonds; I will always be grateful to him for that.

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?).

For us, what mattered most was having a lively, beautiful wedding with everyone enjoying themselves and dancing. That’s why we loved investing in two music groups: Arlatin for the cocktail hour, a salsa band that set the mood and got everyone dancing, and Funkygames for dinner, a funky band that kept the party going during the candlelight dinner, playing covers we all knew. That, together with great catering, are in my opinion two essential elements to make your wedding unforgettable for both you and your guests. 

Was there a favourite moment (or two) that you will treasure always?

Walking into the ceremony and seeing all our guests there. It was a very emotional ceremony where we sat in the middle of a platform surrounded by our guests sitting in a circle. Being able to share our love in that moment with all of them and feel it returned is priceless.

What does being married mean to you, and are there any special rituals you have that you would like to share?  

For us, being married means sharing and truly enjoying life together every single day. It means being each other’s biggest support system—celebrating every win, pushing each other to reach our personal and shared goals, and being a safe haven to lean on when tough days come. It’s about building a team where you keep choosing each other, enjoying the simple moments, and knowing you’ll always face whatever comes next side by side.