Approach

How we work

Planning should feel honest and paced — never like a conveyor belt. Here’s the mindset, the steps, and whether we’re the right fit.

Often a fit when you…

—You’re looking for the lowest price at any cost — quality and fairness matter here.
—You need guaranteed outcomes on strict timelines before we’ve met your vendors.
—You want full design execution without room for collaboration.

Principles

Budgets are guardrails, not guesses. We track spend against priorities and flag trade-offs early.

Vendor recommendations are earned through fit and professionalism — never kickbacks.

You’ll hear from me on a steady rhythm: what’s decided, what’s next, and what I need from you.

The arc

Planner

Listening session, rough budget lane, and honest read on feasibility.

You

Share vision, guest count range, and non-negotiables.

Planner

Venue and supplier options with pros, cons, and numbers — narrowed together.

You

Decide direction, sign key contracts, and approve milestones.

Planner

Run-of-show draft, guest logistics, contingency notes, vendor alignment.

You

RSVP milestones, family quirks, readings — the human details.

Planner

Rehearsals, briefings, timeline ownership, graceful firefighting.

You

Be guests at your own party.

FAQ

How far in advance should we enquire?: Popular weekends book fast — twelve to eighteen months is common for summer Saturdays. If your date is sooner, ask anyway; smaller midweek celebrations may still be possible.
What languages do you work in?: English and Italian fluently — for calls, emails, and coordination with local vendors on your behalf.
Do you only work in certain towns?: I plan across the full lakeshore — from Riva to Sirmione and inland venues — where the fit is right.
What do you need from us if we live abroad?: A video call, approximate budget lane, guest count instinct, and patience for time-zone lag. Paperwork specifics depend on your nationality and ceremony type — we surface that early.
What happens after we submit the form?: I read every message personally. If we’re a potential match, I propose a short call, then a written proposal with scope and next steps.