A fun and iconic wedding in Tuscany, at Tenuta di Sticciano

In the famous area of Chianti, with its iconic rolling hills and timeless beauty, Julie and Gavi – a dynamic couple from Washington DC – tied the knot and started their adventure as a married couple. Their wedding in Tuscany, in the enchanting Tenuta di Sticciano, lasted three days and was surely unforgettable for all of their guests. Get inspired!

Julie, a young and successful journalist and Capitol Hill correspondent for CNBC, brought all of her grace and glamour to this Tuscany destination wedding. Her groom, Gavi, a tech aficionado working as a product manager and startupper, added a touch of modern charm to the picture. Plus, their bright smiles were proof of the happiness for the event that was about to happen!

The festivities – a three-day celebration at Tenuta di Sticciano – kicked off with a delightful pizza party on the eve of the wedding: a warm, delicious and very Italian welcome for the couple and their lively group of friends.

The next day, their wedding in Tuscany was a vision of elegance and creativity, mirroring the couple’s charismatic personas. Gavi donned black trousers paired with a crisp white jacket, while Julie graced the occasion in a simple, classy and stunning gown. The ceremony took place in the garden of the estate, with a breathtaking view of the hills and the bride and groom embraced by an irregular frame of fresh flowers – the same delicate, powder pink flowers that composed Julie’s bouquet and the tables’ centerpieces. Tears of joy were shed, and then the desire for fun took over.

But before the party, it was time for dinner: the table was curated with a distinctive flair – black chairs, floral arrangements that perfectly balanced subtlety and charm, and the whimsical touch of miniature heads nestled among the blooms, a creative choice by the bride.

As the evening unfolded, the atmosphere warmed up and became a fusion of celebration and merriment. The after-party was a whirlwind of fun, featuring DJ beats intertwined with the soulful melodies of a saxophone by Black Sax. The newlyweds embraced the festivities with multiple outfit changes, with Julie stealing the show with her playful additions like glasses and eclectic shoes.

And what about the third day of celebration? To recover from the fun party night, nothing is better than an ice cream cart at lunchtime, and a relaxed barbecue in the evening. The newlyweds and their guests surely had plenty of chances to taste the worldwide renowned Italian flavors!

The stunning visual narrative of this iconic wedding in Tuscany was captured by the talented lens of Fotomagoria and by the video of 2 Become 1. Their artistry not only documented the day but also encapsulated the infectious joy that defined Julie and Gavi’s celebration: they radiated happiness, elegance and a magnetic charm.

Their heartwarming words show how satisfied they were with the celebration:
“Paolo is beyond professional, so incredibly organized, and most importantly he was respectful both of our vision and of us as a couple.
We could not have been more pleased with how everything turned out. So many of our guests came up to us throughout the 3 days and said that ‘this is the best wedding I’ve ever been to’ — we attribute much of that to Paolo’s amazing work in bringing our vision to life.
We genuinely left the wedding feeling like Paolo was family and we may have shed a tear or two in the van leaving because of how special everything was. None of that could have happened without him. He’s simply the best!”

In the picturesque backdrop of Tuscany, this wedding was more than a union of two souls – it was a celebration of love, laughter, and the beginning of a journey marked by deep bonds. Julie and Gavi’s smiles, captured in every frame, are a testament to a love story that unfolded in the heart of one of Italy’s most enchanting regions.

If you are also dreaming of a bespoke, elegant yet energetic wedding in Tuscany, get in touch with Paolo Cicognani & team: we will go beyond any expectation to create something unique for you.