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English-Speaking Wedding Celebrant & Officiant in Italy | Paola

"I dont sell ceremonies. I create the emotional centrepiece of your wedding.”

I’m Paola, an independent English-speaking Italian wedding celebrant and officiant, creating personal destination wedding ceremonies across Italy.

I write and conduct symbolic weddings, bilingual English–Italian ceremonies, intimate elopements and vow renewals for international couples marrying in Italy.

For me, your wedding ceremony isn’t simply a formality before the celebration begins. It is the moment when everyone you love stops, listens and discovers a little more about the two people standing before them.

I take the time to get to know you before I write a single word. Every ceremony is written from scratch and delivered with warmth, confidence and presence, so that when you hear your story, it feels unmistakably yours.

With a decade of experience in destination weddings, professional celebrant training and a deep love of language and storytelling, I combine the knowledge of an experienced wedding professional with the voice of a storyteller.

From Tuscany and Le Marche to Lake Como, Venice, Rome, Puglia and the Amalfi Coast, I travel wherever your story takes me.

Because beautiful words matter. And so does the way they are spoken.

Wedding ceremonies are available in English, Italian or bilingually in both languages. Spanish ceremonies are also available, with planning conversations conducted primarily in English. Assistance with symbolic and legally recognised civil wedding ceremonies in Italy can be discussed according to your nationality and chosen destination.

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Woman-owned

Just me

Experience

  • 3 years in business

  • Lingue: English, Italian and Spanish

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Premarital Counseling

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$950

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Bilingual

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Other

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

NY

What languages do you speak?

English
Italian
Spanish
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Couples praise Paola as a warm, professional celebrant who creates deeply personal, emotional ceremonies and expertly handles legal paperwork for destination weddings. She’s responsive, calming on the day, and goes above and beyond to make celebrations smooth and memorable. Highly recommended.

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Couples praise Paola as a warm, professional celebrant who creates deeply personal, emotional ceremonies and expertly handles legal paperwork for destination weddings. She’s responsive, calming on the day, and goes above and beyond to make celebrations smooth and memorable. Highly recommended.

Julie
Julie Sent on 06/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Magical wedding in Le Marche, Italy


Our family had the most amazing two days of wedding celebrations in the beautiful town of Servigliano, in Italy’s stunning Le Marche region. Surrounded by picturesque hilltop villages, it was the perfect setting for our daughter’s wedding, and we simply couldn’t have asked for a more amazing celebrant than Paola.
From the very beginning, Paola provided a flawless, professional and deeply personal service. She officiated our daughter’s civil ceremony in the magnificent 18th century Town Hall of Servigliano, but her role extended far beyond the ceremony itself. She expertly managed all of the official paperwork, navigating the legal requirements between Italy and the UK to ensure our daughter could be legally married in Italy. Her knowledge, organisation and attention to detail made what could have been a stressful process feel effortless.
The following day, Paola led the symbolic ceremony, and it was simply beyond beautiful. Every word reflected the love story of our daughter and now son in law, making the ceremony meaningful, heartfelt and completely unique to them. Paola’s warmth, compassion and genuine care shone through every moment. She didn’t treat this as just another wedding, she gave a part of herself to the ceremony, and that made it incredibly special.
The amount of time, thought and dedication Paola invested in creating such a personal celebration was evident throughout. Her authenticity, professionalism and kindness made the ceremony unforgettable, not only for my daughter and son in law, but for every guest present.
I cannot recommend Paola highly enough for any symbolic ceremony. She is truly exceptional and, as they say in Italy, 'perfetta.'
Thank you, Paola, for helping to create memories that our family will cherish forever.
Jade
Jade Sent on 09/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Australian Elopement in Dolomites

Paola was such a genuine and friendly person who we had the pleasure of having as our wedding celebrant and civil ceremony celebrant. Paola supported us with the legal documentation, was very approachable and easy to community with. Paola was invested and committed to our wedding and we were very thankful for her. Thankyou Paola we highly reccomend you. 🌸 thank you for everything.
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Gemma Sent on 09/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding in Monte San Martino (MC)

A wonderful day in which the opening ceremony, created and directed by Paola, helped lay the foundation for a joyful day full of love, kindness and respect.
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Silvia Sent on 09/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Meravigliosa

sei stata meravigliosa e hai reso ogni momento magico e perfetto. Le nostre famiglie e i nostri amici ci hanno fatto tantissimi complimenti per la cerimonia. Si sono emozionati tutti, persino le persone che meno ci aspettavamo di vedere in lacrime 😁❤️
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 09/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everyone should be married by Paola!!

Paola took great care to get to know me and my husband before our ceremony. She asked questions that would give her insight into who we were as people and as a couple. She reviewed our responses and met with us to understand who we were in person as well as on paper. Even though we were able to review the script with her and make adjustments, I was unsure how it would all translate given the fact that she was in Italy and we were in the US during planning. However, Paola’s delivery, emotion and pure joy in celebrating with us, made for the most heartfelt and emotional ceremony I could have ever asked for. It was truly something special and I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. Paola is now not only a friend, but a part of our family. Thank you Paola, for truly making our day more special than I ever could have imagined. We love you!!
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Brenna Sent on 08/31/2026
5 out of 5 rating

So amazing!

Paola did such an amazing job as our officiant! She helped research different venue locations for us and made every step of the way super easy!! She is so kind and made our elopement so special, we can’t recommend her enough!
Maria
Maria Sent on 08/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Tuscany Wedding!

It was such a pleasure working with Paola from start to finish. She really took the time to understand our story and make the ceremony very personalized just the way we wanted it. She was extremely responsive and reliable and we really felt like we were in good hands with her. I would highly recommend her to anyone planning a destination wedding in Tuscany!
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Anna Sent on 07/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful ceremony we could have wished for

Paola was truly one of the highlights of our wedding day. From the moment we met her, we knew we were in safe hands, but she still exceeded every expectation.

She took the time to really get to know us, and it showed in every single word of our ceremony. It was so personal, heartfelt and beautifully written, and she captured our story and our love for each other so perfectly that it felt like she had known us for years.

So many of our guests told us afterwards that it was the most meaningful and emotional ceremony they had ever experienced. Paola created the perfect balance of love, laughter and emotion, making us both feel completely relaxed and present throughout.

Our ceremony was so uniquely us, and that’s entirely thanks to Paola. It was one of the most special parts of our wedding day, and we’ll treasure her words forever. We couldn’t have imagined anyone doing it better and would recommend Paola to any couple looking for a celebrant who genuinely cares about telling their love story in the most beautiful and authentic way.
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Beth Sent on 07/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Paola is superb!

Paola was absolutely incredible from start to finish. As a couple from the UK who chose to legally marry in Italy, we couldn’t have asked for a better celebrant to guide us through the process. Paola is exceptionally professional, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable, helping us navigate all of the legal paperwork and ensuring we met every requirement with complete confidence. Her communication was outstanding throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. Paola officiated both our legal ceremony and our symbolic ceremony. On our symbolic wedding day, she delivered the most beautifully written “love story,” capturing our journey together so perfectly that there wasn’t a dry eye in the room! Paola is a truly kind, compassionate person who genuinely cares about making your wedding the best day of your life. Paola really went the extra mile and even created us a beautiful book with the words she would use on the day so we will never forget them. We are so grateful for everything Paola did for us and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional celebrant. Thank you Paola, you made our day unforgettable and we will forever be grateful to you for making our day(s) so incredibly special.
Edward
Edward Sent on 07/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The beginning of our journey

Paola was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. She delivered a warm, engaging, and beautifully personal ceremony that struck the perfect balance between professionalism and genuine emotion. In an ultimate compliment - many guests asked where we found her! Our guests loved her, and we couldn’t have asked for a better celebrant. We would recommend her without hesitation.
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