Clare and Cris wanted to create an intimate, relaxing wedding but with a magical Italian feel to it. They chose Villa Prati for their special occasion, a stunning villa nested in a hill and surrounded by imaculate grounds and stunning views of the Marche countryside.
They had an intimate civil ceremony in the Medieval village of Mogliano in a stunning ornate room of the town hall. This was followed by a religious blessing in the chapel situated just at the bottom of Villa Prati’s drive. The bride decided to use the space outside the church for the ceremony to make the most of the beautiful surroundings and the views.
This was followed by champagne and canapés served by the church while photos were taken. A buffet of starters followed around villa Prati which consisted of typical foods of this region from hand cut Prosciutto, typical regional salamis and cheeses served with hand made chutneys and honeys, stuffed olives, fresh fried fish and many more delicious foods. The sit down reception was held under a gazebo dressed with festoon lights all around creating a relaxing laid back feel. Bride and groom opted for a long imperial size table which was dressed with a mix of herbs (lavander, sage, rosemary, basil etc ) to create a mood that was natural yet sohisticated.The atmosfere was magical with a mix of fairylights in the olive trees and as a curtain back drop to the dance floor and vintage paper lanterns hung around trees.
The meal consisted of all the best that central Italy offers, not too heavy but with genuine, fresh and local ingredients and preparations from Le Marche.
The bride and groom chose a trio composed of a saxophone (with the famous Diego Grassedonio), a keyboard and a deejay. They played chillout music during the antipasti buffet followed by more upbeat music after the meal until the early hours of the morning.
The couple stayed several days at the villa with family and friends, allowing them to mingle and meet at the rehearsal meal, relax by the pool, see the sights and museums of central Italy, and have a large recovery brunch following the event.
The desert buffet certainly was a highlight with many different deserts to sample from tiramisu to panna cotta, creme brule, ice cream etc.
The wedding cake consisted of a cake of cheese made from moulds of itlaian cheese which was then served as a buffet along with homemade breads and crakers and chutneys and honeys for guests to pick at during the long night of dancing ahead.
A chill out area was also laid out with candles cushions and shisha for those who wanted a break from the dancing.
Clare writes:
"The wedding exceeded even my high expectations! Your help with all the paperwork was invaluable, and without it would have been impossible.
Every single detail of the wedding celebration was perfect, the church ceremony outside with the sun shining and birds singing was idyllic. The wedding party flowed from one area to another seamlessly, every little detail was attended to. My exacting floral instructions were met absolutely. The caterers were outstanding, their staff were professional, very attentive and looked so smart.
The food was outstanding, the service impeccable, the staff were incredibly professional, polite, efficient and very attentive. They all worked very hard and looked exceptionally smart.
I will share some of the comments we have had from the guests :-
' The best wedding ever'
' The best wedding I have ever been to'
' It was like being on a film set'
' It was like a society wedding'
' The best food I have ever had at a wedding'
' The most sophisticated wedding ever'
' The whole thing was magical'
' Nothing will ever top your wedding'
The venue of Villa Prati was stunning the combination of the little church at the bottom of the drive with the short run up to the beautiful grounds of Villa Prati with the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, made it a very special and intimate affair. I cannot thank you and Paolo and all your family enough for all your hard work, and making it all possible by allowing us to share your wonderful home in an unspoilt and charming part of Italy."
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