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Eleni Sent on 10/09/2025Incredible, thoughtful, unique experience- HIGHLY recommend!
We cannot thank Simona and Distinctive Italy Weddings enough for creating the most incredible wedding weekend we could have ever dreamed of in Tuscany. From the very first conversation, she listened to our vision and not only brought it to life but elevated it in every possible way.
Every detail over the three days was perfectly thought out; from the breathtaking setting and seamless logistics to the beautiful personal touches that made the celebration feel uniquely ours. Our families and friends are raving about the experience, saying it was the best wedding they have ever attended. (And we are thrilled to hear that!)
Planning a wedding from abroad could have been overwhelming, but with Simona and the use of Aisle Planner it was joyful, effortless, and truly fun. She handled every moment with grace, warmth, and professionalism, allowing us to be fully present with our loved ones.
We will be forever grateful for the memories created during this magical weekend. If you are considering a wedding in Italy, look no further than Simona and the entire Distinctive Italy Weddings team; They are a pleasure to work with and will give you the wedding of your dreams.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Dear Eleni,
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your beautiful words. It was an absolute joy and honor to bring your vision to life in Tuscany and to witness the love and energy that surrounded you throughout the weekend.
Your trust, warmth, and clarity made every step of the planning process a true collaboration, and hearing that your guests felt it was the best wedding they’ve ever attended fills us with pride and gratitude.
We’re so thrilled that Aisle Planner helped make the journey smooth and joyful—and that you were able to be fully present with your loved ones. That’s exactly what we strive for.
Wishing you and your families a lifetime of happiness, and may the magic of your celebration continue to echo through the years. Thank you again for choosing us to be part of such a meaningful chapter.
With love and appreciation,
Simona & the Distinctive Italy Weddings Team
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Samantha Sent on 06/11/2026The Wedding of Our Dreams
Our wedding was truly a dream, and we are so grateful to the entire team for making it all happen!
A very special thank you to Simo and Jacopo, who were amazing throughout the whole process. Planning a destination wedding can be stressful, but they made everything feel so much easier with their support, organization, and attention to detail.
Everything on the wedding day was beautifully executed, and we were able to relax and enjoy every moment with our family and friends. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Thank you for helping us create such special memories. We will never forget it! ❤️Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Samantha and Max, thank you so much for your heartfelt review.
It means a great deal to us to know that your wedding in Tuscany felt like the dream you had imagined.
Simo and Jacopo will be especially touched by your words. They cared deeply about guiding you through every step, and hearing that their support and attention to detail made the process easier is incredibly rewarding.
Your wedding day was beautiful from start to finish, and seeing you both relaxed, present, and surrounded by your loved ones was truly special. Creating that sense of ease and joy is always our goal.
Thank you for trusting us with such an important moment in your lives. We’re grateful to have shared it with you, and we’ll remember your celebration with great affection. -
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Sean Sent on 09/21/2025Ostunio + Butler Wedding 2025
In the heart of Friuli, where dreams take flight,
Jacopo and Fede, our guiding light.
With grace and precision, they crafted the day,
Transforming each moment in a magical way.
At Castello di Spessa, we said our vows,
In a tapestry woven with love’s sacred brow.
Their vision, a symphony, harmonious and clear,
Every detail attended, from far and near.
With poise and dedication, they handled each task,
Ensuring our happiness was all we could ask.
Through whispers of elegance, the castle did glow,
A canvas of memories where love's river flows.
From florals to music, each choice they bestowed,
A seamless affair where pure joy overflowed.
Their expertise shone, like stars in the night,
Guiding us tenderly, through love's pure delight.
So here we stand grateful, to Jacopo and Fede,
For weaving a celebration where hearts could be free.
With an ardent devotion, they brought forth our dream,
A day etched in time, like a beautiful dream.
For anyone seeking a passion so rare,
Trust our dear planners, they’ll always be there.
So raise up your chalice, let laughter ascend,
In this enchanted castle, where dreams have no end.
Grazie, Jacopo Tomè and Federica Salvi :)
From Ostunio + Butler with love,
Di Spessa 2025Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Dear Olivia,
We are completely overwhelmed by your beautiful words - this poem is an extraordinary gift that has touched our hearts deeply. To see your special day reflected back to us through such elegant verse is truly humbling.
Jacopo and Federica are moved beyond measure. Your wedding at Castello di Spessa was a joy to bring to life, and knowing that we helped create a day where your hearts could be free and your dreams could flourish means everything to us.
Thank you for trusting us with your vision and for allowing us to be part of your love story. Your happiness on that magical day - and the gracious way you've shared it through this stunning poem - reminds us why we do what we do.
We will treasure these words always, just as we hope you treasure the memories woven into every moment of your celebration.
With immense gratitude and warmest wishes for your beautiful journey ahead,
Jacopo, Federica, and the entire team -
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Julie Sent on 09/10/2025Couldn’t have gone any smoother with Elizabeth!
We truly could not have asked for a better wedding planner! From the very beginning, the communication was absolutely flawless. Planning a wedding while coordinating between different countries can be stressful, but she made the process feel seamless and effortless. She was available 24/7, always quick to respond, and made us feel supported every step of the way.
On our wedding day, unexpected rain came through, but she handled it with such grace and speed that it never felt like a setback. Within minutes, she had a backup plan in place, keeping everything flowing perfectly and ensuring our guests barely noticed the change. Her quick thinking and calm energy gave us so much peace of mind.
We also received incredible feedback from our family and friends about how beautifully everything was organized. From the big details to the smallest touches, she exceeded every expectation.
If you are planning a wedding in Italy, I cannot recommend her enough. She is professional, responsive, creative, and genuinely cares about making your day unforgettable.Thank you so much Liz!!!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you so much for your beautiful words Julie! It means the world to us—and to Elizabeth—to know that your experience felt seamless, supported, and truly unforgettable. Navigating international planning and unexpected weather is no small feat, and we’re thrilled that Elizabeth’s calm presence and quick thinking helped everything flow effortlessly.
Your kind feedback, especially about the smallest details and the joy your guests felt, is exactly why we do what we do. We’ll be sure to pass this on to Elizabeth—she’ll be over the moon!
Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, and thank you again for trusting us with such a special moment.
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Ian Sent on 06/28/2025Dream wedding in Tuscany!
We truly can't thank Stefania and the DIW team enough.
Initially, it was difficult for us to hand over the wedding planning to someone else, especially being so far away from our destination. But as soon as we met Stefania and got to see how comfortable she was with the process, we knew we had made the right choice.
When we first started planning our wedding last summer with Stefania, I don't think we could have ever expected just how magical and unforgettable they could make our wedding day. She was always the calm and assuring voice on our zoom calls, making sure we felt at ease with the planning process throughout, while putting together our vision perfectly.
When we got the chance to finally meet Stefania in person during our visit to Italy, it really put any last minute worries we had at ease. She was so warm and welcoming, and seeing the relationships she had with all the villa staff and vendors, we knew we were in good hands.
The 3 days at our villa in Tuscany went absolutely perfect. Stefania and her team worked tirelessly in the background to make sure everything ran smoothly. We got to enjoy the day without any worries and truly soak in all the memories we could. The florals, table setup & lighting were so beautiful and were exactly what we had dreamt of.
We would highly recommend Stefania and the DIW team to anyone thinking of having their wedding in the beautiful country of Italy :)Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you so much for your generous words and very kind and detailed review! It was a pleasure walking with you through this journey— From the very first Zoom call to the final toast in Tuscany. Thank you for entrusting us with your wedding day!
Stefania loved being your calm voice through it all, and seeing your vision come to life was incredibly rewarding.
We’re delighted that you were able to truly enjoy every detail. Your warmth made it easy for us to give our best.
Sending hugs from Italy,
Stefania & the DIW Team
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Deepak Sent on 06/06/2025DIW made our dreams come true!
There are no number of stars or words that can describe how incredible Mariana and the DIW team are. We will be eternally grateful.
Perhaps most would say the responsible thing to do for your wedding is to interview multiple planners -- DIW were the first we spoke with and were sold right away (and never looked back). Rosanna's professionalism and deep understanding of the (many) requirements that come with a traditional indian wedding knocked us off our feet. We felt the love and attention to detail right off the bat.
And then came Mariana.... where do I begin? For an entire year, she held our hands through ups and downs. From dealing with our absurd number of questions and requests, mini-freak outs about costs, taking care us when we visited Tuscany for our planning trip, to making our dream 3-day wedding become reality. Although planning a wedding is a job -- for us and also for DIW, those dozens of calls and exchanges with Mari never felt like that. It truly felt like working on a huge project with a good friend, which is a testament to the love and authenticity Mariana pours into her work. Thank you so much, Mari.
None of it would be possible without Simona and Jacopo, who were there all along and joined Mari and us on the wedding days to make sure that everything we planned was executed to perfection.
I am sure there were bumps and fires that the team was putting out in the background during the wedding days, but they did not once make us feel like it. They just took care of it.
If you're reading this, don't bother spending too much more time searching and just work with DIW. There's no point looking further!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Deepak, we can't thank you enough for your incredible review! I still remember our first Zoom meeting, chatting about your wedding and envisioning the celebration ahead. What a journey it has been—from that first call to the magical wedding day! It truly warms our hearts to hear that the experience was wonderful from start to finish.
Mariana kept telling me how kind you both were and what a joy it was to work with you in bringing this special event to life. She is an absolute star—we all agree!
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for entrusting us with such a meaningful occasion. We are truly grateful and wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!
Warmest wishes,
Rosanna and the Team
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Sarah Sent on 01/05/2025Dream wedding in Sorrento!
We are incredibly grateful to Jacopo, Rosanna, and the entire DIW team for transforming a simple dream of “getting married in Italy” into an experience that far exceeded our wildest imagination. Jacopo didn’t just help us create an unforgettable day, he helped us create lasting memories with our friends and family that we will cherish forever.
Where do we begin? Jacopo is an absolute joy to work with, and after this experience, we are grateful to call him a friend. Planning a wedding from the US, sight unseen, felt overwhelming (to say the least), but Jacopo's patience, thoughtful guidance, and expert venue recommendations made all the difference. They found us a location so stunning that I literally cried tears of joy when I first saw it in person. Jacopo, along with the outstanding DIW vendor team, took our vision and elevated it beyond anything we could have imagined. The wedding day was seamless, even when rain decided to crash our mostly outdoor venue, (Jacopo had a plan A,B,C & D) and we trusted we didn't need to worry as Jacopo and his team had it covered.
What truly set Jacopo apart was his meticulous attention to detail and his passion for making every element perfect (i.e. he suggested to have boats take us to our welcome dinner rather than arriving by car, a "wow" element that stunned our guests). He even arranged a private boat for us to do a photoshoot on the way to the welcome dinner! We relied heavily on Jacopo's recommendations throughout the process, and we're so glad we did.
DIW's vendor recommendations were nothing short of amazing. We are so grateful to Gianni (Gianni di Natale photography) for being with us every moment of our special day, capturing stunning photos that we are in awe of (and they were also the life of the party). Our hair and make up team (Alessandro Mancini) and flowers (Alessandro) were beyond our expectations, and helped to create a magical day.
This team is nothing short of miracle workers, and we are so thankful to have found them. Our wedding was a dream come true! -
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Lanise Sent on 12/29/2024
Wedding of our Dreams
Working with Jacopo and Stefania to plan our wedding in Italy was an absolute dream come true. From start to finish, they made the process completely seamless and stress-free, even though we were planning everything from the other side of the world. Their attention to detail was truly unmatched, and they brought our vision to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined.
What made them even more special was how cool, fun, and easy they were to work with. We genuinely loved spending time with them—they felt more like friends than wedding planners. They brought such positive energy to the entire process, making every planning session enjoyable and stress-free.
One of the things that stood out to us the most was how they embraced all of our ideas, even the less conventional ones. They didn’t just make them work—they made them shine. Whether it was adding unique personal touches or helping us break away from tradition, they leaned into every request with creativity and enthusiasm.
Not only were they incredibly organized and professional, but they also took the time to make sure we felt supported every step of the way. Every element—from the décor to the timeline to the flow of the day—was executed flawlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the best day of our lives. They made what could have been an overwhelming experience into a joyful and exciting journey.
Jacopo and Stefania are more than just planners—they’re artists who create magic and incredible people to be around. We’re so grateful for their hard work, expertise, and passion. Our wedding truly wouldn’t have been the same without them. If you’re considering getting married in Italy, look no further—these two are the best of the best! -
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Sabrina Sent on 12/17/2024The perfect start to the rest of our lives
Jacopo and his team helped make our dreams come true. A simple 'thank you' could never be enough to express the gratitude we feel for the memories made over our wedding week.
Our friends and family felt comfortable and cared for-- our hearts and stomachs, full. It was the time of our lives!
We're still looking through photos and zooming in to appreciate every single detail that was thought through and executed exactly as we envisioned together. Our only wish is that we could go back and experience it all over again.
DIW helped us source vendors who understood our vision and were willing to collaborate. They treated us like friends rather than another customer in the sometimes oversaturated wedding industry. It was also ideal to work with them on our welcome dinner in addition to our wedding day.
We are especially thankful to Isabella from Villa di Maiano who helped to keep us calm when we thought it would rain on our wedding day, and to her Beatrice who snapped a photo while we toured Maiano the first time (when it did rain) and saved it for our wedding day!
Gloria's work at TuscanLab is just unmatched. We will be using the crest she helped to design for us forever.
Mario Albanese Pereira Films and Nakutis Photography made us feel like part of their families, and we are so excited to relive our day through their talented lenses. The preview photos have been remarkable and capture the day authentically.
DJ Zano really understood our song selections and was so much fun to party with. We could have danced until the sun came up!
Father Nepi will forever hold a special place in our hearts. We are so happy to have connected with such a thoughtful priest.
Kaleydo and, of course, Maurizio the tenor, totally took our wedding to the next level. Just wow!
Our flowers were a product of lots of time, patience, and revision. Alessandro and his team were able to understand and execute our vision from across the world. Wedding day was gorgeous.
Galateo was perfect! We later found out family and friends had asked for extra pasta because it was the best pasta they've ever had. We are also dying to taste our wedding cake again!
We are lucky to now consider Jacopo a friend.
Our recommendation - hire them.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Dearest Sabrina and Chris, thank you so, so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and thorough review! We are beyond happy that you have wonderful memories of your wedding celebration and in particular that the planning process was enjoyable and stress free.
We are so appreciative of your taking the time to share your experience working with DIW with other couples.
All the best from Jacopo and the Team at DIW! -
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Jianna Sent on 11/30/2024A Dream Wedding in Florence, Thanks to Stefania and Distinctive Italy Weddings!
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Stefania from Distinctive Italy Weddings for our September wedding in Florence, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From the very beginning, Stefania’s incredible organization and attention to detail were apparent, and she truly made the entire planning process seamless and stress-free.
Stefania and her team brought our vision to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined. They were incredibly flexible and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect. The catering was beyond amazing—our guests are still raving about the food! The floral arrangements were breathtaking and matched our style and venue perfectly. The stationery designer also blew us away with their creativity, giving us the most elegant and personalized touches to set the tone for our big day.
Planning a destination wedding can feel overwhelming, but with Stefania and her team, it was a dream come true. If you're considering a wedding in Italy, do yourself a favor and work with Distinctive Italy Weddings. We are forever grateful for everything they did to make our day unforgettable!
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Grace Sent on 09/09/2024DIW turned our dream into a magical reality
Distinctive Italy Weddings brought to life a dream we didn’t even know we had. Starting with the owner Rosanna’s hands on support in helping us find the perfect venue in Tuscany - one we didn’t find ourselves despite doing a ton of our own research, then Mariana taking over as our dedicated wedding planner shepherding us through every unknown step and unexpected turn with positivity, patience, and resourcefulness. The idea of marriage and wedding came upon us much later in life, after 10 years together, so uncovering all of our untapped hopes and desires and turning that into a 3-day event in Italy was no small feat. We both run projects for a living, so finding a planner who can match us in the attention to detail, organization, and communications was super important, and DIW delivered. Mariana was up for the challenge and brought such mastery, attention to detail, and flexibility to help us navigate unknown territory. She was able to strike a healthy balance of meeting all of our vision and requirements (including accommodating our preferences for certain vendors outside of their core network - just know there may be a vetting fee), while asserting her expertise and local insight and knowledge where needed. Also, their online system for managing all plans, tasks, vendors, communications, etc. was super helpful for us in staying on track throughout our year of planning.
We had some very specific requirements for items that were high priority for us (food, music, design) and they were flexible in sourcing and accommodating options (e.g., down to the type of pasta shape and specific brand of liquors). One thing to note about their role as planners is to serve as an intermediary and project manager, but they are not negotiators. They have preferred vendors they work with and are happy to source multiple quotes and offer their insight from their own experience. The decision on which vendors to go with at the given price points (with the exception of the florist, which they do have one go-to vendor who was fantastic) is on the couple. Ultimately, we did go over budget, but that was due to the choices we made and prioritized.
In the run up to the big day, we had some unexpected weather and guest challenges that forced us to make some last minute changes on structural design, specific locations for each activity, and seating chart. We’re running on mostly emotions at this point and we’re so grateful Mariana remained our rational, unwavering rock. She talked us through various options, listened to our concerns and ideas, and we aligned on the adjustments. Everything ended up turning out better than we could imagine. Mariana was like a stealth magician the day of the wedding, taking care of every small detail, getting all vendors mobilized and on track, and somehow still finding moments to make sure the bride was doing ok. We could not be more thankful to have Mariana and the team there for us, turning our vision into the most magical reality, and helping us kick start our forever on such a high note. THANK YOU!!!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Grazie mille Grace and Franck! What a lovely review and so happy that your wedding planning experience was such a success and your BIG DAY a joy filled, memorable time with your loved ones. Our goal is for our couples to enjoy their wedding day in total relaxation while we take care of the rest! -
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Morgan Sent on 07/24/2024
A fairytale wedding on Lake Garda
I would rank every aspect a 5/5. Every single detail was of the highest quality. Between food, drinks, entertainment, sound, lighting, flowers, and much more, it was all of extreme quality and the best we've ever experienced. Elizabeth, you were extremely responsive throughout the entire process. The entire team was professional from the planning process to the actual execution of each event. The flawless execution from the team was very impressive. The level of service and value is unbeatable. We would undoubtedly refer DIW.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you Morgan and Michael for the very kind words regarding your experience working with the team at Distinctive Italy. We loved being part of your Lake Garda wedding celebration! Thank you for choosing us to plan one of the most important days of your lives! -
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Hannah Sent on 07/16/2024The Best Planners for the Best Day of Our Lives
I interviewed 10 planners before making the decision to hire DIW. The reason I chose DIW was their professionalism, attention to care, and their genuine desire to help from the first inquiry I sent them. From the very beginning Rosanna, the owner of the company, was incredibly generous with her time and effort in sharing the wealth of knowledge she had about planning a destination wedding in Italy without us even making any initial commitment to hire her and her team. Her communication and reassurance of the planning process really help me trust her and team's services. No other wedding planner I interviewed offered an online planning platform that would streamline the planning process (which was SO helpful and I can't imagine how I could have planned my wedding without it!). In the end, it was a really easy decision.
Rosanna paired us with our planner Jacopo Tome, and she could not have assigned us a better person! WE ABSOLUTELY ADORED JACOPO and really built a great relationship in the year long process. He is just a genuinely beautiful soul and really freaking good at his job! There were a handful of parts where the planning didn't go as smoothly as I would've hoped, but he was always there to reassure us that we would get what we wanted. He was always calm and collected. He advocated for us to our vendors constantly, and we ended up with a lot of free extra services that we didn't even expect! He never pressured us to make one decision over the other, and he was always conscientious of our budget. He was honest about budget projections every step of the way and made sure that we consented to all budget additions. Communication was as consistent as it could be, given the European cultural differences and literal time zone differences - any lapses in communication was not the result of Jacopo but rather him waiting for the vendors to respond to him. The organization and execution of all our wedding events was immaculate - we were genuinely blown away with how everything turned out to be 1000x BETTER than we expected! His care was truly reflected in his thoroughness and thoughtfulness in both our wedding events. We felt like Jacopo knew how important our wedding was and personally took great responsibility in making sure everything was perfect. We loved working with him! Both my new husband and I walked away feeling incredibly affirmed in our choice to hire DIW and trust Jacopo from start to finish. I also want to shout out Junko who assisted me out throughout the day of the wedding, from getting me water or helping me fix my dress. She was a very lovely person to work with as well!
I have zero hesitation recommending DIW to any bride/groom is looking for reliable planners to come make your dream wedding come true. It was truly the best days of our lives and DIW made it happen! We are eternally grateful. Grazie mille! -
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Nidhi Sent on 06/12/2024
Incredible Lake Como dream wedding.
Simona from DIW made our wedding dreams come true. We had two days of events planned - the first day was henna on a boat cruise of Lake Como and our guests absolutely loved it!!
The wedding day was absolutely magical - when I saw the ceremony set up I couldn't believe how beautiful it was, truly took my breath away. The music, flowers, decor, coordination, and planning was excellent and just perfect! Each of our guests said how amazing the wedding was and many commented it was the most beautiful wedding they had seen or been to.
Thank you so much Simona! DIW was the perfect choice for our destination wedding. DIW was responsive, professional and made everything stress-free. I would 100% refer them to all couples - DIW wedding planning is top notch and the best in the business. Thank you again!!!!
Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Hello Nidhi! What a lovely review - thank you! Simona truly enjoyed planning your beautiful Lake Como wedding and we are so happy that you enjoyed the process and that your wedding day was everything you hoped it would be! Just saw the photos and you looked stunning. Thank you so much for choosing Distinctive Italy to plan your wedding celebration. It was an honor to be your planners! -
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Vania Sent on 06/05/2024Best Wedding Planners in the world!!!!
5 stars is not enough, DIW deserve a million stars. They are the best wedding planners you could ever find. Rosanna was really helpful and patient when we decided to start planning our wedding, she understood what we were looking for and always replied really quickly with information on venues and budget. It's like they (Rosanna and Elizabeth) could read my mind since the first day, they always understood what I wanted. Elizabeth was amazing!!! She was very professional throughout the year of planning, always replied really quickly, and she is also the sweetest person! My mom had an accident with my veil (I found out until the end of the wedding), but she told me that Elizabeth went above and beyond trying to keep her calm and fixing my veil. I know things like this can happen at weddings, but my mom told me Elizabeth was extremely helpful and I didn't even find out this was going on. Everything went perfectly.
I really liked the software used by DIW, you can find all the information of suppliers, timeline, calendar, budget, payments due, and communication with your planner. It is a really efficient software. I have always loved to have everything planned by minute, so I also loved the timeline we had, where everything that was going on by minute was written. I live in Mexico and my wedding was in Umbria, everyone asked me if I was stressed or worried about planning the wedding overseas, or trusting someone I didn't know to plan my wedding. I don't know how to explain this, but Rosanna and Elizabeth gave me a sense of trust, and very good vibes when I had my first zoom call with them, I knew everything was on the right hands. They are really experts at this. The last few months of planning, I received many comments from my friends, impressed that I was never stressed throughout the year. They couldn't believe I was so relaxed, but I told them it was because everything was under control with Elizabeth. :)
The suppliers were wonderful!!! Our venue was the most beautiful location, as Rosanna said (pictures are not enough to describe the beauty of Borghi dell' Eremo), it is a really magical place, the staff was incredibly nice, taking care of everything and everyone. All of our guests felt very special because of the spectacular treatment from the staff. And honestly, I felt like a queen! lol. The food was delicious the 3 days of events, very unique and also a lot of food!! Which made us very happy!
The florals were exactly what I was looking for, It looked spectacular, it is the most beautiful wedding I have ever seen. The music/lightning, the dj, our wedding cake with the show of millefoglie cake was so much fun! The car we rented for the ceremony was beautiful, and our driver was also incredibly nice and helpful. Tuscan lab's work for stationary was also really really beautiful and unique! Andrea Pitti and his team were also so much fun to work with, they do an incredible job, they are very creative, very patient, had wonderful ideas for pictures. Lumiere wedding films, Iacopo was also very patient and creative. I am so excited about looking at the pictures and videos, I am sure they will turn out amazing!!!
I know DIW has exclusive list of suppliers and I understand why, they make sure everyone will do an impeccable job, I am so grateful for having worked with such amazing people. Everyone was so sweet and at the same time professional and experts at their job. All of our guests mentioned these same comments, they were amazed by EVERYONE. It was truly magical. I will really miss planning my wedding with Elizabeth, but it was a beautiful experience and I am so grateful to her because I really enjoyed something which could sometimes be stressful for people. I will add pictures once I receive them from Andrea :) I hope everyone can see how beautiful it turned out thanks to DIW!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
WOW! Thank you so, so much for this amazing review. So very kind to take the time to write us such lovely feedback; not just of us but our fantastic vendors. We are so happy for you and Luis. Weddings are a once in a lifetime event and we want both the planning AND the wedding day to be stress free and joyful. We wish you both a wonderful married life together. And thank you for choosing Distinctive Italy to plan your celebration! -
Nousha Sent on 06/02/2024
Love love love!
We highly recommend Distinctive Italy Weddings! Our personal wedding planner, Mariana, was absolutely amazing and exceeded what we could have imagined for our Lake Como Wedding and related events. Mariana went above and beyond to ensure that everything we wanted was made possible and executed exactly as we wished. She was on top of everything every step of the way and offered us multiple options and solutions and made everything stress free and seamless.
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Robert Sent on 04/22/2024Wow! Thank you!
WOW! Words cannot describe how incredibly grateful
we are for you and your team for the most exceptional
wedding planning experience and most incredible wedding week. From the very beginning, over one year ago, your professionalism, organizational skills,
promptness, impeccable taste, flexibility, accommodations, warm-heartedness, kindness, patience, and overall excellence made us feel so well cared for, stress-free, and at ease. Excellence and trust are in the details, and we couldn’t have been more impressed and reassured by your outstanding attentiveness to all aspects of our week.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you so much Robert! We are so very happy to read about your experience with Mariana and the DIW team! We always strive to make the planning process a joyful and relaxing one and we are thrilled that it was for you and Leora! All our best to you both! -
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Leora Sent on 04/22/2024Exceptional!
WOW! Words cannot describe how incredibly grateful we were for Mariana and the entire Distinctive Italy Weddings (DIW) staff. Your team coordinated the most exceptional wedding planning experience and most incredible wedding week. From the very beginning, over one year ago, your professionalism, organizational skills, promptness, impeccable taste, flexibility, accommodations, warm-heartedness, kindness, patience, and overall excellence made us feel so well cared for, stress-free, and at ease. Excellence and trust are in the details, and we couldn’t have been more impressed and reassured by your outstanding attentiveness to all aspects of our week. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for creating an unforgettable, timeless, and extraordinary experience! We are so incredibly thankful!! Without any hesitation, we would 1000000% recommend Mariana and DIW to anyone!!!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Dear Leora, we loved working with you and Robert and you were a delightful couple to plan with! We couldn't be happier that you and your loved ones had a wonderful wedding celebration and found the planning process stress-free. That is always our goal! Thank you again for taking the time to review our services! -
Fredrik Sent on 11/13/2023
Dream wedding all thanks to Distinctive Italy Weddings
My wife and I had our dream wedding come true due to Distinctive Italy Weddings. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the whole team, but also highlight the excellent guidance and service from Stefania! She was amazing from the very start to the very end, making sure we got in contact with all the right people and always being available and ready to answer our questions. She’s been a great advisor through out this process and she always made sure we got to view all kinds of different options to get us the perfect wedding. It was a pleasure working with you, and it was a great comfort how on the big day you were calm, collected and a true anchor for the both of us making sure everything went well. We can not thank you enough, our wedding would never been the same without you or the team.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Love these photos Fredrik and thank you for sharing them with other couples and us! Our goal is to partner with our couples and provide the support they need to experience an amazing wedding day with loved ones. So happy to read that this is what we were able to deliver to you! -
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Chelsea Sent on 11/11/2023DIW will make your Italian wedding dreams come true!
Mariana from Distinctive Italy Weddings is an absolute gem when it comes to wedding planning. Her expertise, attention to detail, and passion for creating unforgettable Italian weddings are truly remarkable. From the moment we contacted her, Mariana's professionalism and warmth made us feel like we were in the best hands.
Mariana has an extensive knowledge of Italy's most stunning locations and venues, and she effortlessly transformed our vision into a breathtaking reality. Her ability to curate every aspect of our special day, from the elegant floral arrangements to the delectable cuisine, was simply outstanding.
Throughout the planning process, Mariana's communication and responsiveness were exceptional. She kept us updated, addressed our concerns, and offered invaluable suggestions. Her dedication to making our wedding day perfect was evident in every decision she made.
At each of our wedding events and especially on the wedding day itself, Mariana's coordination and execution were flawless. She ensured that every detail was taken care of, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the celebration with our loved ones. The day was a seamless, magical experience, and we have Mariana to thank for that.
If you dream of an Italian wedding that surpasses all expectations, Mariana and Distinctive Italy Weddings are the team you need. Their commitment to creating a personalized, unforgettable experience is second to none. We are forever grateful for Mariana and the DIW team for helping us to create the most beautiful memories for our special day.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Dear Chelsea, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your amazing review! Mariana and the team are so grateful that we were able to deliver to you the wedding of your dreams. And speaking of dreams, you were a dream couple to work with! Mariana enjoyed every minute of the planning. We wish you and Matthew a wonderful married life. Grazie from all of us at Distinctive Italy! -
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Neha Sent on 09/03/2023DIW makes dreams come true
We would give DIW a million stars if we could, my partner and I were marred in a traditional Indian celebration over the course of 3 days in the Tuscan countryside. Our priorities were successfully blending Indian tradition and culture with the beauty of the Italian landscape, making sure our guests were completely taken care of, and making sure our personalities shined through at every opportunity.
When we came into contact with Rosanna it was clear that this team was passionate and very well equipped to create the wedding of our dreams, but once we started actually planning with Jacopo, we were able to really see his expertise come to life.
Jacopo, quite simply, made our DREAMS COME TRUE, every vendor that we were matched with was of the highest quality, every decision we made was done with so much thoughtfulness and care, every last minute hiccup was taken care of without us having to worry about anything going wrong. And truly, our wedding flew by immaculately, and with both of us as the bride and groom being able to thoroughly enjoy every moment almost as if we were guests ourselves.
Another very important point is how well Jacopo and his team took care of our guests. Indian culture emphasizes hospitality and every guest has individually noted how thoughtful the entire experience felt for them. We had a lot of complicated religious and dietary restrictions that the team took the time to understand fully and accommodate for in the most seamless way. Everything we thought would be an added complication and a burden to the planning, was handled with so much respect, and everyone felt very well taken care of.
Jacopo also really got to know us throughout our time planning this wedding together, and as he got to understand what makes us happy his suggestions and ideas pulled the whole wedding together and we could really trust that he would always do what was in our best interest. It was incredibly liberating to know that your planning team is not just a team that is executing on a plan, but they’re a team that can intuit your feelings to make the wedding perfect for you!
Absolutely choose DIW for your wedding experience, it is the decision that set our wedding on the path for success and a memory that we and our guests will never ever forget!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Goodness! What a review Neha! What can we say but thank you! We LOVED planning your wedding and Jacopo was always super enthusiastic about your event. We are so happy that the services, providers and location were everything you hoped for. That is our goal for every couple we have the pleasure to work with! Please come back to visit us soon. And again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for really taking the time to share with others your experience working with Distinctive Italy! Kindest regards - Rosanna -
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Rachel Sent on 06/11/2023Hire this team immediately!
Below is the email my husband and I sent to our wedding planner, Jacopo Tomé, after our 5/27/2023 wedding in Florence, Italy. This should reflect our thoughts on Jacopo and the DIW team. Bottom line: we cannot recommend Jacopo and team enough. Happy wedding planning!
Email:
Dearest Jacopo,
Apologies for the delay in our return email, as we wanted to make sure we gave this email our full care and attention.
There are not enough words to express our gratitude to you, Jacopo, for all of your hard work. Chase and I will be talking about our wedding weekend for the rest of our lives. And for that, we are eternally grateful. Not only did you and the DIW team make our wedding weekend come to life, you gave us a weekend that was beyond our wildest dreams. We were in awe all weekend at the magic that you and all the vendors brought to life.
Jacopo – Chase and I enjoyed every single call we had with you over the past (almost) year. We left each call energized and excited for what’s to come. We can’t thank you enough for your endless positivity, energy, patience, organization, expertise, attention to detail, and professionalism that you brought to each interaction we had with you. After just a few calls together, Chase and I knew we could trust you to be our guide. And after a few months of working together, we thought of you as a close friend. That feeling was confirmed after our tasting weekend together in March – you treated us like old friends and made sure our trip was as fun, memorable and productive as possible. We had the best time with you and will never forget that time together. Throughout our work together, you never led us astray, you reassured us whenever reassurance was needed, you pivoted when we changed our minds, but also pushed back (in the kindest and most professional way) where it was needed. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Jacopo.
Roland’s Catering – where to begin! While we had many critiques after the tasting, Roland’s was the vendor that made our wedding as magical as it was. Every single detail they provided – from the servers’ kindness and fun personalities, to the champagne on a tray for Chase & I whenever we entered a room, to the cake cutting with more champagne, to them bringing around extra of the courses to ensure guests were well fed, to the small trays of fruit & cookies both nights, to the beautiful display of digestif. Every single aspect of their service was phenomenal – we cannot say enough glowing things about Roland’s and are so thankful you brought them to us as a vendor. We could not recommend them to future couples enough.
Aberrazioni Cromatiche – oh my goodness. We had so much fun with the photographers & videographers on Saturday night. They were kind, patient, fun, creative, and asked to take unique shots I would never think of! On top of all that, they were as happy as we were! We fed off of their energy and had the best time during every shoot. We cannot wait to see the final product.
Flowers – Alé was where I think I gave the most direction… so I knew that if anyone was annoyed with me, it would be him! But when we knew we were in good hands was when we met Alé in Florence in March – his attention to detail while we told him what we liked and didn’t was impeccable. We loved working with him. And the flowers both nights were drop dead gorgeous – both were more beautiful than we could have imagined.
Tuscan Lab – Gloria was so lovely to work with. She understood immediately what our vision was, brought it to life, and pivoted with every change we requested. Her work is absolutely stunning. I wish she lived in the US so I could continue to work with her for all of my stationary needs :).
Kaleydo Entertainment – while we didn’t meet with Kaleydo, we are so thankful for all of their hard work. The lights, staging, music were all worth it and we can’t imagine the weekend without everything they provided. They brought our weekend to life!
DIW Team – thank you to everyone who worked on making our wedding weekend possible. We loved working with Rosanna and the DIW team and could not recommend DIW enough. Your team’s organization and work through AislePlanner made our lives so much easier since we were both juggling a lot – with being in graduate school, living in different cities, etc. If there is any other way I can support your business or be a reference, please let me know.
Palazzo Gondi – was the most stunning venue and feels big enough for a wedding! Our favorite parts – the room where we ate dinner, the downstairs and upstairs terraces. One consideration for future couples, it seems like the person in charge monitoring the villa didn’t let some guests onto the small upstairs terrace that was surrounded by jasmine bushes (which we thought would be available to guests). In addition, they didn’t allow guests to bring drinks up to the top terrace (which we thought guests would be allowed to do). So there were some strict guidelines to this venue that I think future couples should consider.
Villa di Maiano – I cannot recommend this venue enough. Our guests were shocked by each area of the venue and how special each moment and reveal was – from the Oak Garden, to the Italian Garden, to the Terrace, to the Main Room, to the Limonaia Isabella. If couples ask, the money is WORTH it for larger weddings because it gives you so much space for Plan A, and a great option for Plan B. And Isabella, the owner, was the sweetest and most warm person to work with. I will never forget her kindness when she first gave us a tour of the Villa back in July 2022. And when she brought around blankets on Saturday night of the wedding to keep our guests warm. Her hospitality was incredible.
For Other Couples Considering Italy – getting married in Italy was the best decision we made. We were considering Italy or New York. Italy was able to give us a wedding that truly felt like a fairytale and unlike any wedding in the US we had ever been to. On top of that, the quality of the services and vendors in Italy were unparalleled. The Italian vendors truly cared about our event and went above and beyond to make us happy, which I think is unlike many US vendors who often surprise couples with extra fees and costs and don't show as much compassion in their work.
Please let me know if I am forgetting anyone – I am more than willing to write more for you and the team because I cannot recommend you all more! So whatever you need, please let me know.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Jacopo. We will never forget you and the wedding weekend you created for us. We hope to see you again in Florence or in NYC whenever you visit.
All our love and gratitude ❤
Rachel & ChaseDistinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Wow. What can we say except grazie, grazie, grazie!
We are overwhelmed by your kindness and so thankful that you had an amazing experience working with Distinctive Italy.
I know how much Jacopo enjoyed planning your wedding and working with you. Exchanging creative ideas was such a pleasure and then seeing them all come together on the days of your celebration was something the entire team enjoyed and commented on. Many best wishes from all of us a DIW!
Grazie di cuore - Rosanna -
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Andreina Sent on 04/15/2023DIW made the best day of our lives possible
DIW is an incredible company with a kind, professional and capable team that can make any wedding dreams come true. From the beginning of the process, we were helped to find our dream venue by Rosanna (one of the founders of DIW), connected with professional vendors, and felt the peace of mind of knowing our wedding was in fantastic hands. Our wedding planner Jacopo was dedicated, dependable, and so sweet to us during this entire planning process. His work ethic is unmatched and his attention to detail is amazing. He made the best day of our lives possible and we are so so grateful.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Woohoooo! So, so happy for you and Javi! Thank you Andreina for sharing your experience working with Distinctive Italy Weddings. We are so happy that you had the wedding of your dreams and loved the venue.
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Lindsay Sent on 10/21/2022Pure magic! Look no further for the best Italian Wedding Planners.
We are still in awe over the magical fairytale wedding that Distinctive Italy Weddings was able to execute. From day one, we loved how personable their whole team was. As Americans looking to get married in Italy, we had no idea where to begin. But after one call with Rosanna, it was an easy choice to decide to work with DIW. We had a wonderful experience working with our main wedding planners were Jacopo and Junko. They helped us narrow down locations and the most perfect venue with easy virtual venue tours. Throughout every step, they listened to us and understood our vision and helped translate that across every detail with each of our vendors. They were very prompt and advocated for our needs with their vendors, even when we had very particular requests, and they were persistent in making sure all the custom details were just right. We will admit, it was not always easy understanding the cultural differences of an Italian wedding, so having DIW was absolutely critical to navigate it all. When we arrived in Florence and our fairytale all unfolded, DIW had everything covered for the entire weekend so we could fully immerse ourselves in the moment. Our guests all raved that it was the best wedding they'd ever been to. From the gorgeous custom florals, the delicious catering, the epic entertainment, and the most breathtaking venue, it was pure magic. After a year of planning with DIW, we were so sad to have it end... Jacopo truly cared about us and that is a rare quality to find! We will always have a special place in our hearts for the DIW team and highly recommend using DIW to make all your Italian wedding dreams come true! -
Laura Sent on 08/24/2022
Bespoke, unique, world class
My husband and I got married in Ravello, in the Amalfi Coast in 2022 and the whole team at DIW were unbelievable. We had Mariana and Marilena looking after us and I can not fault them. They delivered our dream, detail by detail. All the vendors they recommended were top quality and it was a stress free and seamless process. Marilena was on the ground and met us 3 times, once for the initial venue sourcing then at the make up and hair trial and then on the day. We also love her too bits and she not only took care of us but of out guests too. Amazing! Thank you so much to the whole team xxxDistinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Hello Laura! Thank you so very much for taking the time to review your experience working with Distinctive Italy. I am thrilled that your wedding day was all you dreamed of and that working with our team was a pleasure. Our goal is to create wonderful memories that last a lifetime! All our best - the DIW Team! -
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Jaime Sent on 08/12/2022Magical Wedding Experience
Working with Distinctive Italy Weddings to plan our wedding from the US was nothing short of amazing. We had the most beautiful wedding day along with beautiful memories of getting to experience working with the most wonderful staff. The number one question that many people have asked was, “how did you even manage to book a wedding in Italy from America?” The answer was always simple- we could not have done it without our team from Distinctive Italy Weddings who guided us throughout the entire process, specifically Simona, Junko, Jacopo, & Rosanna! Reflecting back on the journey, it was so easy to plan the perfect day all thanks to their professional help and patience. We would gladly recommend their services to anyone else who wishes to have a magical wedding in Italy.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Grazie Jamie for your super kind review! The team was thrilled to be part of your wedding day - you looked amazing! We are always honored to be chosen as wedding planners are grateful that you had a memorable experience working with us! Auguri! -
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Giana Sent on 07/26/2022Mariana was positive and wonderful!
Getting married in Italy from the US can seem like a challenge, but DIW made the process easy. We had Mariana as our head planner and she was wonderful. Being a teacher I always feel the need to plan ahead of time and be organized so giving the reigns to someone else scared me. However Mariana would reassure me, answer all of our questions, and was positive throughout the whole process. She truly made our vision of our table scape come to life along with the florist they had as a vendor. If I was unsure about a decision she would discuss it with us and help us decide on the best one within our budget. She was never pushy which I loved! Thank you Mariana for helping our wedding dreams come true! -
Hannah Sent on 07/14/2022
We had our DREAM wedding (everything we wanted and more!)
1) First of all: super happy to have had a planner - it made our lives so much easier. We talked to multiple planners and ended up with DIW because we had the best click/fit, liked their proposed working style, they are fairly priced and they knew our proposed (& chosen) venue well (which was a nice bonus!)
2) DIW ended up recommending all the vendors we worked with (some even exclusively) and we cannot stress enough that they were all TOP-NOTCH (flowers, food, music, photographer; H&MU etc.). Typically, they would share multiple options (across price ranges) and we then chose a vendor based on their experience, our style and/or budget which always made it pretty smooth (esp. to tick off "big planning items")
3) In terms of working style, Jacopo & Junko really LISTENED to everything we said (even if needed "tougher" feedback). We had so many guests saying that the whole weekend was so "us", which is really a testament to the DIW experience, vision & planning. We did virtual calls in the planning process (every 6-8 weeks or more frequently when needed/closer to the wedding) & they were always very responsive. Note that we started planning early, meaning that sometimes it felt things were not moving "fast enough" BUT you really have to trust the system & the DIW planners because they know what they are doing! They also took every request with the same same level of passion and commitment which much appreciated!
4) The absolute most wonderful part of DIW, was their role and support the 2-4 weeks leading up to the wedding where they design the final and super detailed timeline & your wedding program. This was so so so valuable to make everything come together and come to life. As a couple (and esp. bride :D), we could be 1000% relaxed the days prior and “the weekend of” because of the DIW preparation and presence. We were really able to enjoy every second/minute of the days and are so grateful for that.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Goodness Hannah, what a kind review. The team is so thrilled you had such a wonderful experience working with DIW and were able to really enjoy your celebration. That is and always be our number one goal for each couple we have the honor of serving!
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Maricar Sent on 06/19/2022Amazing Team
Our partnership with DIW started way before the pandemic hit. We ended up postponing our wedding from May 2020 to May 2022.
The entire DIW team especially Rosanna and Mariana were nothing but professional individuals. They responded to all our questions and concerns, gave feedback when needed and most of all they were our support system throughout. We will miss our zoom calls with Mariana just for updates. She is very personable and very optimistic. We highly recommend Distinctive Italy Weddings to anyone looking to celebrate their special day in Europe. The experience is absolutely breathtaking.
Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Maricar and Alfred! Thank you for your very kind review! You waited so patiently for your wedding to take place during Covid. We were so happy to finally see it happen! What a delightful couple to work with. Thank you again for your kind review. -
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Anastasia Sent on 05/09/2022Professional, knowledgeable, responsive
We absolutely loved working with Rosanna and her team. They offered a free consultation to understand our needs first, worked with our venues of choice to obtain more information and find the right solution for us. Rosanna and team were responsive, extremely knowledgeable, and helped us estimate total budgets for various wedding venues to help us make the right choice. I would definitely recommend Distinctive Italy Weddings for large and logistically complex events, as they are extremely professional and have the ability to guide and advise, and anticipate any issues that may come up and help resolve those proactively. A huge thanks to the team for supporting us! AnastasiaDistinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you Anastasia and Sylvain for such a lovely review, we were so very happy to be able to assist you and enjoyed working with you! -
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Ashton Sent on 11/11/2021DIW was amazing!
We absolutely loved our experience with DIW! We had to postpone our wedding due to Covid (we live in the US). They worked with us to move everything to the new date. Everything was perfect! Stefania made sure everything met our expectations.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you Ashton! You were troopers throughout all of the ups and downs of Covid and never gave up! We are so happy that your wedding day was what you hoped for. Thank you for choosing us to plan it! -
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Mandy Sent on 11/09/20215 Stars All Around!
Distinctive Italy was so incredible with planning our wedding in Amalfi. We’re from California and I was worried about how planning would go from such a distance, and even more so during COVID times. Rosanna, Stefania, and the whole team were wonderful throughout the whole process – very communicative and full of suggestions and tips to make everything go smoothly.
The actual day was so, so beautiful. They talked me down when thunderstorms looked like we would get rained out, tracked down some accessories we thought were lost, and generally just made sure everything went off without a hitch.
Absolutely 5 stars across the board - I was worried about doing everything remotely but really couldn't be happier with the outcome. All of their vendors were fantastic. I can’t say enough good things.
xoxoDistinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Grazie, grazie Mandy! It was a delight to meet you in Amalfi. We are soooo happy you had a memorable day! I absolutely adored your flowers. Thank you for letting us be a part of your celebration. It was truly an honor. All our best from Rosanna and Stefania! -
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Marina Sent on 08/05/2021
DIW planned the wedding of our dreams!
DIW helped make the wedding of our dreams come true!! We truly had the most perfect day & it would not have happened without the help of Mariana, our planner at DIW. She was so responsive & so helpful. Everything was so beautiful and all the vendors they reccomended were A++. They did not hold back on making sure it was a dream!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you so much Marina! So kind of you to take the time to write such a lovely review. Mariana loved working with you and all the vendors said you were wonderful and so kind! We are glad they delivered A++ service! That is our goal every time!
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Francesca Sent on 06/30/2020A total pleasure!
Myself and my husband live in London but we always imagined a destination wedding in gorgeous Tuscany after having made so many wonderful memories there together. Even though my husband, James, spoke Italian, it was absolutely the right call to hire DIW as our wedding planners, opting for the full package.
Stefania was our planner and she was absolutely brilliant throughout the process. From the beginning she listened carefully to our vision and our preferences and from this, she was able to curate a wedding that exceeded our high expectations -from the perfect venue, to the caterers, to the florist, the the band etc etc!
For anyone else who is a control freak (like me), be rest assured that the level of involvement you prefer in your wedding is entirely possible. Stefania did all of the hard work and all we had to do was choose from a few carefully selected vendors who met our budget and other requirements. As a result, the planning process was collaborative, stress-free and so much fun. Without Stefania and DIW's expertise, there is no way we would have had such a positive experience if we had to source and secure vendors ourselves. I would highly recommend using DIW as your wedding planner. Stefania was responsive, trustworthy, efficient and her enthusiasm in helping us create our dream wedding really shone through. Thank you!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you so much Francesca for your kind review! We are so happy that your wedding planning experience was such a positive one and that you enjoyed working with our Stefania! Thank you for taking the time to share with others your experience with DIW. Wishing you both a wonderful life together! Rosanna and the Team -
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Sharmila Sent on 11/01/2019
They took care of everything!
DIW team, I cannot thank you enough for making our destination wedding a dream come true!
My partner and I have very busy jobs, so we needed a planner who was able to communicate with us easily and quickly. Someone who was going to take care of everything.. and these guys exceeded our expectations. My friends kept telling me I was the least stressed bride they’ve ever seen!
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Freena Sent on 09/05/2019
Professional Dream Deliverers
Distinctive Italy Weddings made sure we had the most dreamy, perfect wedding weekend. My husband and I had 2 ceremonies and 5 events in addition to those ceremonies, and each one was stunning. We could not have had a better weekend and we could not have done it without DIW. -
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Thomas Sent on 07/05/2019Loved working with DIW
DIW were amazing to work with, very knowledgeable, extremely helpful and worked so hard to help us plan our day, It was absolutely perfect and full of little personal touches that they suggested and helped us organiseDistinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
It was a pleasure to plan your wedding Thomas and Evelyn! Such a gracious couple throughout the entire planning process.
For us to be able to create happy memories that last a lifetime is an honor. Thank you again!
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Jonathan Sent on 06/25/2019Tuscany Wedding
Planning a wedding for anyone will be stressful, however everyone that helped us from Distinctive Italy Weddings was absolutely. They planned everything out with amazing detail, communication was effortless and the experience that they had was invaluable.
They truly helped make our wedding to be the most amazing day and soo much more than we ever hoped for!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you Jonathan for taking the time to write such a lovely review.
We are delighted that you had a stress-free wedding! Most of all thank you for choosing us to plan your celebration.
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Ana L. Sent on 06/02/2019
Distinctive Italy Weddings Does Not Disappoint!
Choosing a planner for one of the most important days of your lives isn’t easy, but Distinctive Italy Weddings did not disappoint! From the very first day, Rosanna was incredibly understanding of our needs, especially considering our somewhat short timeline for the wedding we wanted. She immediately connected us with Stefania who helped us quickly find a wedding venue that was available and that held over 120 guests for the wedding reception and all accommodations. Castello di Gargonza was a dream location for us and all our guests and we couldn’t thank Stefania and the Distinctive Italy Wedding team for helping us find it!
When it came to planning, Stefania was knowledgeable, attentive to details and extremely responsive. She always had a solution for our sometimes-outlandish requests and handled any roadblocks we came across with extreme professionalism and grace. For example, we were originally bringing a florist over to Italy from New York to handle all of the event design/florals. A few weeks before the wedding, our florist fell through. Within a few days, Stefania had a backup plan in place and our florals ended up being some of the most beautiful arrangements we have ever seen! We continue to get compliments about them to this day. I’ve always been told that planning a wedding isn’t easy, but Stefania ensured we were at ease throughout the entire process.
When we arrived in Italy for our wedding weekend, we knew we were in good hands with Stefania which allowed us to relax and enjoy the time with our family and friends instead of worrying about the details. Even when it poured on our wedding day, Stefania calmly walked us through all of our plan-B options and ensured a seamless event for us and all of our guests!
We can’t thank Stefania and the DIW team for all their hard work. From our welcome dinner, to the pool party and the wedding itself, each day could not have been more of a success! Thank you for making our dreams come true.Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Stefania and the DIW team were truly honored to bring to life your wedding vision and we are thrilled that you have happy memories of your Tuscany celebration. It was a delight to plan this event - thank you for trusting us with such an important day! -
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Stephanie Sent on 02/13/2019
Our enchanting Italian wedding
Both Tim and I were over the moon to be married to each other and to have celebrated our love in castle in Tuscany thanks to DIW. They took care of every last detail, which gave Tim and I the chance to live in the moment and enjoy our wedding without a worry! Spending the year collaborating with DIW was amazing because of their professionalism, accuracy, and resilience to produce for their clients. We were always provided with detail explanations, images, and videos when making descisions. We never felt left in the dark or that we didn’t have control of our wedding plans.
Many of our guests are still talking about the "wedding of the century". People have told us they felt like they were in a fairy tale and it is all thanks to the DIW team and the vendors they recommended. My husband and I are a tough sale but we really were blown away by the entire process. Our wedding was enchanting and truly an adventure for everyone.
The McCulloch's love DIW and would recommend them to any engaged couple. Your wedding dreams will come true with DIW.
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Justin Sent on 10/12/2018Raffaela and Rosanna - From the bottom of our hearts, please accept our sincerest thanks! You exceeded our expectations and made the process so smooth and stress free.
We were watching the flower arrangements being put together and the tea lights being hung with care as wood logs passed by for the altar. It was like this beautifully organized and choreographed dance that we watched unfold with awe. Everyone we know has said it was the most beautiful wedding they have ever been to, and that’s a phenomenal compliment considering some of these guests are in their 60’s. You have set the bar so high for any wedding we attend that I can only imagine my beautiful wife and I whispering into each other’s ears saying “well it sure doesn’t top our wedding”! (And I’m sooo fine with that :)). From the sitar and tabla players setting the stage during our Hindu ceremony, to the jazz band serenading us with the Girl from Ipanema during ravioli appetizers, we continued to float through each night like our feet never touched the surface. Your vendors, such as the photographer and videographer had such personalities that they made us shine in moments of embarrassment or anxiety. They were patient with us and asked us what we wanted, but directed us when we needed structure. We could not have asked for more in Villa Oliviero. It’s quintessential backdrop of Positano and our colorful procession up its steep stairs; we have too many sensational moments to memorialize.
We are indebted to you for making our most special day more than we could have ever imagined.
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Krista Sent on 08/29/2018My (now!) husband and I worked with Sarah and Rosanna to plan our picture perfect wedding in Greve in Chianti, Florence, Italy this August. Our expectations were far exceeded. We are so grateful to Sarah and the rest of Distinctive Italy Weddings for making the planning of a destination wedding as easy as possible. From venue sourcing, to choosing flowers, music, food, and all the other small details, they were on top of it all! I was a little nervous not being able to hand pick certain details like flowers, but we were able to send pictures of what we wanted and a mood board was created. The day of the wedding, everything was EXACTLY as we picked and wanted! From the colors, to the table design, it was perfect! We chose a Catholic Church ceremony and ran into some issues with gathering paperwork, and Sarah was on top of it directly connecting to the diocese and staying in touch with us. She made us calm and was so supportive. The day of our wedding my husband and I were able to focus on ourselves and our families, getting ready, and enjoying the entire day because Sarah was there from start to finish ensuring the vendors were setting up properly and everything was on point. If you are planning on having a wedding in Italy, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND DISTINCTIVE ITALY WEDDINGS!
Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
Thank you Kirsta!
We want every Distinctive Italy wedding to be magical. Sarah is thrilled that you and Patrick had a memorable stress free day with your loved ones! That is what we strive for! -
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Martine Sent on 08/05/2018
Firstly thanks for organising such a magical day for us! It was truly outstanding - we loved everything from the venue, to the flowers, to the food and the extra little touches like the caricaturist and Gelato cart that Stefania suggested, which really made the wedding extra special. Our celebrant Rosa was amazing, as were our photographer and hairdresser (especially doing 5 very excited flower girls!!). Villa Eliana was truly spectacular and so accommodating to our needs - all our guests have taken away memories they will treasure forever. Many people commented that the food was the best they had at any wedding and the cheeseboard and late night pizza were a hit! The music was truly special - the quarter was lovely and the band really really stole the show!
And finally, a very, very special thanks to Stefania for keeping me organised and on track and being so wonderful on the day. We really couldn’t have wished for more!Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
After 2 years of careful planning we could not be more thrilled to read that Martine and Steven had the wedding they hoped and dreamed for in beautiful Sorrento! Stefania was honored to be part of the planning process. Thank you for choosing us to plan your wedding! -
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Alexa Sent on 07/11/2018All I can say is.... AMAZING! Distinctive Italy weddings is very professional and helped me create the wedding of my dreams. I couldn’t have asked for a better vendor to plan and organize my wedding. I don’t have one bad thing to say about them, please look no further in finding a vendor for yourself!! Distinctive Italy assigned me with Sarah Bongini - the most amazing wedding planner. I am still receiving compliments from my family and friends about how incredible the day turned out. All thanks to Sarah and her amazing team! I couldn’t thank them enough!
Distinctive Italy Weddings's reply:
What an amazing time we had planning Alexa and Brian’s 3 day wedding celebration in Tuscany! Fantastic couple!
Being able to design such a beautiful event was a pleasure for Sarah and the DIW team. We are very happy that you have wonderful memories of your time in Italy! -
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Sarah Sent on 06/14/2018I can’t even begin to put into words the absolute professionalism and class Distinctive Weddings showed over the 2 years planning our destination wedding. They made every detail we imagined come to life perfectly. I was in absolute awe and so were our guests. They Skyped, emailed, called and did everything they could to accommodate our every request. I can’t recommend them more from venue selection to on the day organization. Thank you, thank you for making our wedding week perfect in every way! -
Hillary Sent on 05/30/2018Stefania and Simona of Distinctive Italy weddings could not have been more wonderful! Stefania helped me prepare every last detail leading up to the day while Simona kept everything organized on our special day. They were always easy to communicate with and I always felt like my little wedding was a priority! Our wedding was truly BEYOND anything we could have ever dreamed of. All of our guests said the wedding was “hands down, the best wedding they had ever been to!” Thank you ladies. We are forever grateful for the beautiful day you created for us!
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Quinn Sent on 10/16/2017Rosanna, Sarah, and Angela were amazing. Their responsiveness and willingness to help was incredible, and I can't imagine doing the wedding without them. Everything from coordinating the plan, recommending vendors and photographers, and assistance with the consulate appointments was top notch, professional, and so helpful.
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