Among all the arrangements of your big day, planning a sit-down wedding reception plays a defining role in the entire atmosphere of your wedding-party!

Why? Your guests will spend most of their time sitting at the table. That’s why, nothing of your table details can be left to chance! Everything must be perfect!

Do you want to know what will give to your reception table a never-before-seen-style?

Hence, you can’t absolutely miss this table styling tips:

– Make it “SO ME!”

First things first, you should set-up your wedding-vision, because it will totally rule the style of your reception table. Your table styling should mix & match your personality with all the elements of your wedding day, from the flower design to the stationery.

Thus, your day will go smoothly without false notes, in every single moment. Don’t forget: your special day is supposed to tell something about you and your concept of love!

– Pick your color palette

You may tend to think that picking your color palette is an easy-peasy choice, but it’s not like that at all! Generally, people think just about the ‘bridal-white’ as an iconic wedding color related to pure romance and love, but why stop there? Don’t pick banally! Let’s incorporate seasonally hues and on-trend tones in each decorative details that will ‘pop’ your party-table!

And… don’t forget: your color palette should also match with your groom!

– Play with shapes

No matter if your reception table will be a squared table or a classic circular one, what really matters is playing with shapes and giving to your table-look depth and dimension. Hence, incorporating different heights and creating layers on your table will add more harmony and lush! You don’t want your table setting to be flat! From centrepieces to glassware, a creative table styling can really set the scene of your wedding dinner. Just a little note: don’t overload your table, your guests need to talk and look one another!

– Take blooms to your table

You can’t think about your table-design without thinking about flowers too! Blooms are a must-have to give a wow-look to your tables! Classic peaches roses, modern white buds and eucalyptus or sprawling centrepieces including ranunculus, berries and variegated foliage or even lush garlands of white flowers, greenery and lemons are just some of the endless-combos to dress your table up! You just have to choose!

– Light your table up

Chandeliers are a timeless complement for any wedding dinner and if you are looking for a classy and delicate touch… candles are the best way to turn your reception table into a light-filled show! When the golden hour comes, lots of candles will surprisingly work with the twinkle of silver cutlery and crystal glassware creating an eye-catching atmosphere for your guests! Let’s shine!

– Never forget placecards

On each napkins place a namecard with your guests’ names. You’re the star of the day, but don’t forget to make your guests feel important too thanking them for their presence! You can combine fonts, shades and style with your centrepieces for a cohesive look on your table!

If you’re curious to discover additional tips to bring creativity and know-how to your #destinationlove… Here I am!

Winter season is about to start and the Christmas spirit has totally enveloped us! How could we not think about presents? And since there is nothing more exciting than giving and receiving gifts, even your guests deserve a surprise on your wedding day!

Weddings are not just about brides & grooms, guests also matter.

If you’re planning on having a destination wedding in our wonderful Coast… for sure your guests are out-of-town and they will travel a long-long way just to join your big day. What can be better to thank them than welcome bags stuffed to the brim?

Here I share my tips about the perfect welcome bag to ensure your guests the-time-of-their-lives throughout your wedding celebrations. It’s a gentle way to show your gratitude to your guests for coming and make them feel really special to you!

First of all, you should consider what packaging you want to use. Your welcome bag can be a mere paper bag or can be turned into a box or funny basket. But, the real issue regards what to fill a welcome bag with. Let’s go and see!

Start telling your guests how thrilled you are about their attendance through a heartfelt welcome note from you and your groom – maybe it would be better to add a personalized map for your guests who aren’t as familiar as you with your destination wedding or  itineraries and excursions to let them enjoy the area – Capri Island, Pompei, Herculaneum,  Naples, wine tasting, olive oil tasting, we can plan a lot of activities.

After this, mini bottles of fresh water are a must! You should add some beverage or traditional liquors of your destination venue – such as mini Limoncello bottles with customized labels as a typical favors of our Coast to get the party started! Another favor surely loved by your guests will be yummy treats such as candies, mints or locally made sweets to give to your guests a taste of our land and ensure no one gets hungry before your party dinner. And then why not insert paper fans to your wedding bags – really useful with summer temperatures of the Amalfi Coast – and never forget tissues for happy tears!

The best way to make even happier your guests and their welcome bags even more equipped you should include a pair of flip-flops for ladies and cigars for men. These items will definitely make them feel comfortable to the full. Wait, wait, wait! Give a final and playful touch including a sort of post-party ‘recovery kit’ for all those friends who will have more than a drink.

Last but not least, I wish you merry Christmas Holidays & a breathtaking New Year planning with me your dreamy destination wedding.

With love,
Alessandra

Are you planning to pop the question and change the rest of your life, forever?? Great, it’s a big thing!

There will probably be so many moments and ideal ways to make your proposal throughout the year, but nothing compares to the magical atmosphere of the New Year coming.

When the countdown starts, the past year will bring back to your mind every single memory and at the stroke of midnight everyone will be mesmerized by the fireworks show, with their eyes staring at the stars and their mind towards the future. Such a unique moment! And… the clock ticking from 23:59 to midnight will set the rhythm of your heart and your desires. It’s not an everyday thing, just like a marriage proposal!

A new year has just started symbolizing the beginning of a journey… and why not embark on it? Grab the moment and run with it, wait for the midnight and get down on your knees! But, wait! Don’t forget to choose a meaningful location to you two – the place where you met or you first kissed – work on your speech, simple but effective, emotions could trick and since it will be an epic moment to your beloved make sure everything goes smoothly. If you want to give a romantic touch: lanterns, candles and flowers will make the atmosphere dreamy all around!

In order to make your proposal-moment even more romantic and breathtaking, involve your family members and close friends in a proposal-party. People are not used to waiting for the New Year alone, so make sure the other guests know all about your proposal-plan in advance. Once the ‘3-2-1’ moment arrives, ask to your relatives and friends to freeze… an unexpected silence will completely surprise your better half, then you will pull the engagement ring out and pronounce the fateful words: ‘Will you marry me?’ … on the ‘Y es, I will!!!’ let the party begin! With this flawless setting, the toast will taste more sparkling this year!

A funny-tip for all those who are forgetful: you’ll hardly forget your anniversary day if it’s on New Year’s Eve!

At last, I wish you a new year full of ‘ Yes, I will’ and a #destinationlove to plan together…

Alessandra

The seaside of our Coast it is not merely a stunning venue to tie the knot, this region has the 35% of the total touristic offer all over Europe. Here, the history calls: Pompei, Herculaneum, Paestum, Capri Island, Naples, Reggia di Caserta, Theatre of S. Carlo. The wellness calls: Spa Resorts,Thermal stations, Mediterranean diet. The food calls: olive oil, mozzarella cheese, wines, pizza, pasta, spaghetti, cooking lessons, parmesan, tiramisu and so on.

Since traveling to Italy for your wedding day is not an ordinary thing, on the contrary, it will be a perfect opportunity to spend time with your families and closest friends in a new country making your destination wedding even richer and more special! And why not think big for your wedding and turn it into an unforgettable travel-experience? Moments that your guests and you will cherish for years to come.

Have a look-see at my suggestions and get inspired. I’ll show you a few tailored activities that will keep your guests busy in the discovery of your location prior the big day.

Wine Tasting

The Amalfi Coast represents the ideal place to experience a wine tasting. This corner of land hosts so many vineyards where some of the finest Italian wines are being produced. Tasting this variety of flavors combined with typical snacks can be a real treat for your guests’ palate. They will have the opportunity to know more about the history of the wine production process and take away a traditional Italian souvenir on their way back.

Cooking Class

Italy is known world-wide for its vast culinary tradition, so what’s better than a cooking class? For those guests who want to test their culinary skills and know the Italian cuisine to the fullest, it will be possible to arrange real cooking classes in which you will prepare the typical dishes of the Amalfi tradition. A genuine taste of the Coast that will involve all 5 senses!

Boat Tour

From wherever you are on our Coast, you can plan boat trips to reach one of the most beautiful island of Italy, Capri, and wandering around narrow streets and go shopping.

Excursion & Daily Trip

Instead, for the guests that will be intrigued by the history of our Coast, between the hills and the seaside are hidden tiny villages surrounded by the charm of ancient myths and legends, just like the myth of the Nymph Amalfi. And again, for those guests with a more sporty and adventurous spirit, you will find many tracking routes such as the famous Path of the Gods, where you can reach points with a breathtaking view enjoying Italian routes and get in touch with the real Italian mood.

Creating dreams is my job, I can make this and more come true!
Alessandra

When you’re in the planning process, you’ll probably get asked “What is your colour palette?” and are you going crazy about it? I knew it! Picking the ‘right’ hue and matching it with every details of your wedding day is definitely not a simple matter. The shades chosen will shape the most of your wedding decisions, like flowers or bridesmaid dresses. It will become a sort of guideline.

First things first, you should get inspired by your venue and the general setting of your wedding ceremony. Your venue absolutely need to work with your colours, hence, use it and its surroundings to come up with your shades and your colour-code will highlight what you love the most about your venue. In addition to this, you should think seasonally to bring out your shades, just like you do with your clothes! Take inspiration from the season you’re getting married and set the personal vibe you want to have on your special day: romantic, nostalgic, festive and so on. And… don’t overthink it, I’ll show you some of the coolest colour-combos.

Lavender, Sage & Dusty

Best played with: spring or autumn season weddings.

Tips for pulling it off: this light pastel palette perfectly fits with a sophisticated open-air reception. Inebriate your guests’ senses with the scent of lavender incorporating it into your welcome cocktail and placecards along with other aromatic herbs and eucalyptus.

Navy, Cerulean, Yellow & Pearl

Best played with: summer destination weddings.

Tips for pulling it off: if you’re celebrating your day on a terrace sea-view get inspired by this seafaring colour-combo. Navy and cerulean tones will fully match with the sea…and the yellow will give that bright Italian touch. Thus, you can lean on white blooms placing navy and yellow details everywhere, like table-setting and favors.

Ivory & Antique Gold

Best played with: formal weddings.

Tips for pulling it off: What could be more romantic than a timeless wedding palette? Outfit your tables with a chic blanket of cream tablecloths and arrange garlands of greenery and ivory flowers for an elegant and romantic atmosphere. White candles and golden candlesticks are the ideal! In short it’s your call…you’ll see colours you already love in a new way!

Alessandra