If you’ve decided to get married and are considering the idea of tying the knot in Italy, a few quick searches on the web will have shown you that one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in Italy is Tuscany. Lately, though, it faces stiff competition from Lombardy, with stunning places like Lake Como. The thing about Tuscany is that it offers an endless array of possibilities and enchanting settings to celebrate the union of two hearts in love. For history and culture enthusiasts, the region’s most important urban centers, like Florence, Siena, and Pisa, are certainly ideal. Imagine exchanging your eternal vows in the shadow of Florence’s Duomo!
For those dreaming of a ceremony kissed by the sun and caressed by the sea breeze, Tuscany offers places like the beautiful and wild Maremma, where nature and romance blend seamlessly. Among Tuscany’s infinite wonders, Luca and Sophie chose to celebrate their love in an incredibly romantic setting: Le Capanne relais, a centuries-old farmhouse converted into a luxurious Tuscan villa. Their wedding was truly special, elegant, and meticulously crafted in every detail. The contagious joy of the couple and their guests illuminated every moment of that day like a ray of sunshine, making everything even more special.
In fact, one of the most distinctive features of the Tuscan countryside, and consequently of many weddings held here, is the golden light, the kind that softens contours and wraps everything in an aura of magic. Our job is literally to capture the light and, through it, weave your love story with images. After all, when you choose to get married far from home, it’s essential to take with you a special keepsake from that day, both to relive it again and again over the years and to share that joy with those who weren’t physically there with you at the time. A wedding video is the most beautiful gift you can give to your love and your loved ones.
The Irresistible Charm of Tuscany, Paradise for International Weddings
Tuscany has established itself as an irresistible magnet for lovers from all over the world, attracting a growing number of international couples eager to celebrate their love in this legendary land. Whether it’s a grand destination wedding with dozens of guests or an intimate elopement, the region offers the perfect backdrop for every type of celebration. This phenomenon has seen a true explosion in recent years, with an influx of soon-to-be-married couples from every corner of the planet. We have made wedding videos for couples from Arab countries, America, England, India, Ireland… thus having the opportunity to witness and capture love in all its forms.
What makes Tuscany so magnetic is its unique ability to offer a wedding experience that goes far beyond the mere ceremony: couples who choose this region for their “I do!” are not just opting for a location, but for total immersion in a world of natural beauty and millennia-old traditions. From majestic medieval castles to Renaissance villas, from rustic farmhouses nestled in the hills to ancient villages, and luxurious resorts that blend modern comfort with historic charm, Tuscany offers a variety of perfect settings to cater to every taste and desire.
The uniqueness of a Tuscan wedding lies in its potential to transform the ceremony into an unforgettable adventure not just for the couple but shared with all the guests. Choosing Tuscany means also gifting your loved ones a journey to the heart of Italy, where in just a few days, they can experience the very essence of the Bel Paese. It’s an opportunity to immerse oneself in a kaleidoscope of experiences, like admiring artistic masterpieces that have defined the history of Western art, getting lost in medieval alleys steeped in history, rejuvenating in thermal spas surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, and savoring fine wines and dishes that are poetry for the palate.
Country Relais Le Capanne: Tuscan Elegance in the Heart of a Nature Reserve
The Country Relais & Spa Le Capanne is a luxurious villa nestled in the heart of Tuscany, just a short distance from Volterra, one of Italy’s oldest and most historically rich cities, founded even before Rome. The villa, a century-old farmhouse acquired and restored in 2014, is set in a privileged location, surrounded by a protected nature reserve spanning 100 hectares. Here, wheat, chickpeas, and lavender are cultivated, along with the production of extra virgin olive oil and various other fruits and vegetables. The villa offers an ideal environment for those seeking an exclusive and personalized stay.
Guests can relax by the infinity pool, which includes a poolside house with a kitchenette, or enjoy the spa services, including an indoor jacuzzi. For food lovers, the villa features an authentic wood-fired pizza oven, a barbecue, and a spacious area dedicated to events. The relais, which can accommodate up to 22 people, is perfect for large families, corporate events, elopements, or destination weddings. Additionally, the property guarantees exclusive use of the entire villa for events, making it the ideal place to celebrate a wedding, especially when many guests are coming from afar. The owning family, with over 35 years of experience in the wedding industry, offers a comprehensive service that includes venue management, catering, and full event planning, ensuring each wedding is unique and tailored to the couple.
Moreover, the relais provides a 24-hour concierge service ready to organize any activities the guests desire, such as tours of nearby cities, wine tastings, truffle hunts, cooking classes, and Vespa rentals to explore the area. This place offers a complete experience that allows guests to immerse themselves in the traditions and beauty of Tuscany, enjoying top-notch hospitality in a private and secluded setting. Here, couples can truly relax, be pampered, and celebrate the most beautiful day of their lives in one of the most picturesque locations in the region, which will also serve as the backdrop for their wedding video.
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Getting Married in Volterra: An Immersion in the History and Hidden Beauty of Tuscany
Volterra is a charming town in Tuscany, renowned for its beauty and stunning landscape, situated among the hills of the Val di Cecina in the province of Pisa. Volterra’s history is deeply connected to the Etruscan civilization, of which it was one of the main centers. Walking through the town, it’s impossible not to encounter remnants of that era, such as the Porta all’Arco and the Etruscan city walls, which testify to the importance of the city in ancient times. The Guarnacci Etruscan Museum, one of the oldest public museums in Europe, houses an extensive collection of funerary urns and artifacts that tell the story of the ancient inhabitants of the area. The town still retains numerous vestiges of its distant past, making it one of Italy’s most mysterious and fascinating places.
One of the features that has made Volterra famous worldwide is alabaster, an elegant ivory-colored stone used as a precious decorative material. Since Etruscan times, the artisans of Volterra have worked with this soft and luminous stone, creating works of art and everyday objects. Even today, as you stroll through the town’s streets, you can find workshops where skilled craftsmen continue to work with alabaster using techniques passed down through generations. The town also experienced a period of great splendor during the Middle Ages, evident in its buildings and squares.
The Palazzo dei Priori, which dominates the square of the same name, is the oldest town hall in Tuscany and an extraordinary example of medieval architecture. The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, with its imposing bell tower and interior rich in artwork, is another landmark that tells the story of the town through the centuries. The mysterious and somewhat austere charm of this town has been celebrated by writers, artists, and even cinema. For example, the Twilight saga brought Volterra into the international spotlight, introducing its Gothic allure to a broader audience. Getting married here means choosing one of the most intriguing and lesser-known places in the region, offering yourself and your guests a unique experience of Tuscany’s landscapes.
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A Day of Light and Love: Sophie and Luca’s Wedding
After ten long years filled with love, laughter, and adventures, Sophie and Luca finally fulfilled their dream of getting married in Italy at the Country Relais Le Capanne. Describing the love between these two is no easy task, as it was something you could clearly see in their faces… only light could so perfectly capture such a powerful emotion. Watching the video of their wedding, their love is palpable and so engaging that it reaches straight to the heart of anyone who sees it. The day was perfect: sunny but not stifling, thanks to the elevated position of the estate, which allowed everyone to enjoy a refreshing breeze and a breathtaking view.
The preparations, the ceremony, and the aperitif with guests all took place under a warm and golden light, bright enough to illuminate everything but never blinding. A gentle breeze cooled the skin and made the leaves of the trees and all the flowers dance. Their guests couldn’t help but notice how wonderful and fortunate it was to be present on such a day and in such a place: celebrating love in a setting like this is something immeasurable. It was a very participatory wedding, friends and family were just as excited as Sophie and Luca, sharing in the anticipation of the day’s early hours.
After the preparations came the ceremony, where Sophie and Luca exchanged their vows in front of the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. After the celebration, they gave us a few of their first moments as husband and wife for photos and filming, in what we videographers call a “couple shooting.” Watching them dance, both dressed in white, with the tuscan sun behind them outlining their silhouettes, was truly something magical. As the sun set and dusk fell, they dined with their loved ones, enjoying typical italian dishes, before finishing with the cake cutting and joyous dancing, all crowned by spectacular fireworks that lit up the night sky.
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The Art of Visual Storytelling
Weddings like this are magical, not only for the couple involved but also for people like us who work in such incredible settings with such amazing people, providing our experience and expertise to impress these moments on film, making it truly unforgettable. What drives us is real and strong passion for our job, which is not a mere reportage of the day, but rather a visual storytelling of your love story, something that can embody both the day of your wedding and all that you have built with your spouse through the years, your character, the bond that you share and to which you are vowing in this special day. To do so, it’s crucial to have a personal approach, getting to know the couple before the wedding, understanding their taste and the way they are planning the day of the wedding, so that we can plan how to be the most effective without interfere with the schedule.
But even this may not be enough: when you are choosing the people who will be in charge to encapsule your wedding in a timeless product you need to take into account their on-field experience. Touring from north to south while filming more than 40 weddings per year has got us to a point in which we know most of the major locations, cities and even churches where people from across the globe choose to vow eternal love: they have no secrets for us, and we make sure to make them shine like your love. We know how important our role is: your wedding video is something that will be shared with your most intimate affections and has to catch the emotions and the true spirit of a day you won’t forget.
The Importance of a Cohesive Wedding Team
It often happens to work in synergy with other professionals of the field, from wedding planners to photographers, so it’s also very important to know how to deal with them to make the work of each of us shine and be coherent. In this case, we have teamed up with the exceptional Daniela Nizzoli her delicate and discreet approach has been greatly appreciated by Sophie and Luca, and made us working together really easy, as if we’ve been knowing each other for a long time. When we see our clients assemble a team of such highly skilled professionals we know for sure that their wedding will be a success and will be remembered forever.
Consider it as putting up a team to make a movie: you can’t just have a director or a screenplay writer or a cameraman alone! Each of the figures plays a role into giving life to the day you have always dreamt of, as you have always dreamt of it. The wedding planner will arrange the whole organization, leaving no room for error and caring for any detail, the catering will make sure you and your guests will fall in love with Italian food and wine… and we will be there to catch every smile, every glance, every precious moment of the most important day of your life as a couple.
