Whether there are restrictions or not, the trend is leaning toward weddings with a small number of guests — just those dearest family members and friends you truly can’t do without.
Also known as elopement weddings, this practice is gradually gaining popularity in Italy, inspired by a typically American concept. “To elope” literally means to run away — but in this context, it’s a romantic escape far removed from the impulsive, secret getaways we see in movies where couples rush off to get married in vibrant Las Vegas.
Some might see small weddings as a limitation, but that’s far from the truth — in fact, quite the opposite.
I’d like to show you all the advantages of intimate weddings and the wonderful opportunities they offer for celebration.
The possibilities are endless, and creativity knows no bounds — especially since with these types of weddings, you can consider venues that might have been unsuitable for a larger event due to the smaller number of guests.
Here are some ideas:
- In the woods: romantic and evocative, this type of wedding is perfect for nature lovers. It’s not just an outdoor event, but a real setting created deep in the forest, surrounded by trees, shrubs, and perhaps a breathtaking sunset.
- In the mountains: for snow lovers, imagine a beautiful mountain chalet, perhaps with an attached wellness center, where you can pamper your guests with hot chocolate, a cozy fireplace, wellness treatments, and peaceful walks in the snow.
- Between destination and elopement: this option lies halfway between an intimate celebration and a wedding set in a distant, picturesque location. We’re talking about breathtaking and unusual places — for example, a trabocco (traditional fishing platform), a charming farmhouse, or a small historic village where you can celebrate outdoors.
- By the sea: for those who love the sea and the sand, imagine a wedding surrounded by white tables, candles, elegant white canopies, and a true celebration that begins at sunset and continues until dawn. The experience could end with breakfast on the beach, or you could book a nearby hotel to offer your guests a night’s stay and continue the celebration the next day — playing games on the beach or relaxing by the pool.
How to organize everything?
All I need from you is the number of your guests and your preferences — sea or mountains, sport or relaxation — and whether you’d like your intimate wedding to take place over one or two days, for example. I’ll take care of the rest.
Based on your tastes, I can suggest several options with similar settings but different characteristics, and once you’ve made your choice, I’ll handle all the planning details.
These are true weddings in every sense, where planning and logistics remain essential — even with fewer guests. They are events with a well-defined structure, especially when spread over two days, and they often require even greater attention to certain aspects. In these weddings, every decorative detail becomes even more precious and refined, as it helps define the unique atmosphere of the celebration.
The suppliers involved will also be chosen based on what you want to create; for example, we could consider beach performances or organizing torchlight processions in the mountains…
If necessary, in addition to taking care of your guests’ transfers, it would be nice to provide them with a program for the day(s) and perhaps gift them kits, depending on what we plan.
My team will help me follow the event timeline step by step and anticipate every need.
Shall we talk it through together? Contact me!