Your Guide to The Ultimate Italian Wedding: Where to Go & What to Wear

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Written By Pia Bildirici

April 17, 2024

Here's Your Ultimate Guide to Planning an Italian Wedding: Locations, Dress Codes, and More!

From the endless rolling hills to the idyllic powdery beaches, it’s easy to see why Italy counts among the year’s most popular wedding destinations, and its rising appeal shows no signs of waning. While a dreamy Sicilian landscape was the setting for the second season of HBO’s hit ‘White Lotus’ causing summer vacations to surge to the area, the country’s rustic allure is far from a passing trend.

DRESS CODE: Modern Love Story. Contrast the decadent surroundings with
streamlined minimalism and a hint of drama.

THE VENUE: Replete with lush gardens and panoramic views, this sixteenth century palazzo is one of Italy’s most prestigious venues. Lauded by fashion publications and with a cameo in Ridley Scott’s ‘House of Gucci’ movie, the six-bedroom villa offers unrivalled chic and boasts on-site swimming pools and private access to the lake.

DRESS CODE: Vintage Glamour. A cinematic location calls for classic, feminine looks that make a timeless statement.

THE VENUE: Indulge in a 1950s Italian Riviera vibe at this intimate retreat with views of the Mediterranean. Once a fisherman’s ruin and now a stunning, authentic Italian venue with captivating gardens and a private, rocky beach, it forms an unforgettable backdrop for the ultimate day.

DRESS CODE: Artisanal Elegance. Complement exquisitely embroidered French lace with embellished corsetry that speaks to an empowered femininity.

THE VENUE: Guests must journey across a picturesque lagoon by boat to get to this unforgettable location on Giudecca Island. Views are everything at this stunning locale, where an Adam Tihany–designed interior echoes the beauty of the water and spacious dwellings overlook manicured gardens or glimmering waves. Known for the Michelin-starred Oro restaurant and Cipriani’s famous Bellini cocktails, the experience offers unparalleled glamor.