REAL WEDDING

  • Photography By:

    Sergio Sandona

    Estefania Amaya Reyna and Adrien Couse

    September 16, 2023 in Rome, Italy

    A Beautiful Destination Wedding at La Posta Vecchia

    Estefania Amaya Reyna and Adrien Couse first met in October of 2019. As master’s students, the two were in the same class when Estefania invited Adrien to join her study group.

    “I thought he was lovely and loved the fact that he was French,” Estefania recalls. “He never pursued me as he thought I was out of his league, which is not true! Then as the pandemic hit, we found ourselves in London together. He had access to a lovely garden in Notting Hill and we would spend days on end studying, having picnics, and playing backgammon. One night as he walked me home, he kissed me; and the rest was history.”

    “It was surreal to see all of our closest friends and family together.”

    From Lake Como to Rome

    The proposal took place within the magnificent setting of Villa d’Este in Lake Como. Adrien planned the surprise engagement to perfection. After, the couple took their love story from Lake Como to Rome, where they chose to host their wedding.

    “The wedding planning process started in November 2020, soon after he proposed,” Estefania shares. “We didn't know where we were getting married until we both decided not to do it in our countries of origin, and we went for Italy. Once we had the location – La Posta Vecchia – the events liaison, Chiara, who is an absolute angel, recommended us Design Anarchy as wedding planners. They were amazing! They put up with my bridezilla moments in the most graceful ways. They made sure to make our vision come to light and were opportune in making suggestions to the things we had no experience with.”

    A Beautiful Destination Wedding at La Posta Vecchia

    The bride and groom’s destination wedding at La Posta Vecchia was a beautiful day that exceeded every expectation. A beautiful wedding ceremony was followed by an intimate celebration with the couple’s loved ones.

    “It went by so quickly,” the bride reflects. “It was surreal to see all of our closest friends and family together! For me, the flowers were the most important item, and our vendors did the most wonderful job. Exactly how we had envisioned it. For Adrien, it was the food; and La Posta Vecchia delivered. The party was amazing, lively and fun. We danced the night away! Aside from the ceremony, the most special moments for me were the speeches by both our fathers, and for Adrien it was our first dance.”

    The newlyweds have yet to go on their official honeymoon, but they did enjoy a “mini moon” after their wedding, staying at La Posta Vecchia’s sister hotel, Mezzatorre.


    WEDDING TALENT

    Location: La Posta Vecchia, Italy; Planner: Design Anarchy Studio; Floral Design: Anthea Studio; Reception Dress: Elie Saab; Bridal Hangers: Lou Hansell; Groom’s Attire: Rubinacci; Groom’s Watch: Cartier; Engagement Ring: Custom; Invitations: Dodo Design; Cinematography: Paolo Manzi; Photography: Sergio Sandona

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