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All my couples, all of them, not only the ones I mentioned above, are so so special to me ❤️
They made me part of their lives telling me their stories, favourite memories and even struggling moments.
And for all of this, I’m forever grateful for the trust they had in me and for letting me be their celebrant 🥰

(*PHOTOGRAPHERS’ CREDITS & VENUES AT THE BOTTOM)

What you’ll see in this gallery are NOT pictures captured during my ceremonies in Italy, but THEY ARE..

a wonderful genuine couple and their lovely baby boy come from the Netherlands to have their civil wedding surrounded by close family and friends (sala dell’investitura, Trasimeno lake in Umbria)
the happiest groom ever and his wife after 2 years of planning that were finally able to fly from the US to celebrate their dreamy wedding – I was so happy for them! (Castello di Montegufoni near Florence)
a German couple who needed nobody but just them two to have a walk around Florence and their ceremony in an ancient Tuscan mansion (Villa Medicea di Lilliano near Florence)
2 beautiful German couples to whom I celebrated their wedding (1 year apart from each other) ☺️ (Borgo Casabianca, Chiantishire, Asciano)
2 beautiful ladies from US that eloped to Florence for an intimate ceremony but then, called mommy at home to give the great news (private villa in Florence)
a wonderful husband doing a surprise to her wife for their 10th wedding anniversary, having a live violinist playing the songs of their wedding and dancing to these (Castello di Torre Alfina, Lazio)
a lovely young couple from New Zealand that eloped to Valdorcia. They had a civil ceremony in Pienza and then, visited the famous Vitaleta chapel (Vitaleta Chapel, Pienza)
a beautiful sweet couple come alone (with kids at home) from Mexico who flew some white balloons in the air in memory of the bride’s father before the “I do” (Poggio Borgoni and Castello il Palagio near Florence)
another sweet couple from Mexico that married here with the blessing of a pastor (Certosa di Pontignano and Castello di Celsa near Siena)
a couple of 18-year-olds on a school trip in Cinque Terre who hid from their schoolmates for a secret symbolic ceremony just the two of them. The best thing? 5 years later they sent me pics of their wedding at home. So beautiful! 🥰
another sweet couple that met in Italy while both were doing their Erasmus and decided to get secretly married in Siena having their rings blessed by a pastor (La terrazza sul campo, Siena)
and many more couples from Germany, Switzerland, New Zealand, Australia, the US (just to mention a few) that, alone or together with their friends, have decided to celebrate their love in Italy..with me ❤️

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PHOTOGRAPHERS & VENUES I RECOMMEND (ALL IN TUSCANY IF NOT SPECIFIED)

Photographers I have collaborated with and simply love:

Photographers & Partners by Domenico

Enrico – Qualcosa di Blu

Federico Pannacci

Matteo Innocenti

Daniele Cuccia

Venues I was at and recommend (just a few as I know many more):

Locanda in Tuscany (also manager of Vitaleta chapel)

Casale del Marchese

Castello di Titignano (Umbria)

Castello di Torre Alfina (Lazio)

Borgo Casabianca

Fattoria La Loggia

Lupaia Boutique Hotel

Villa Apparita

Certosa di Pontignano

20:21 21 Nov 25

We were incredibly lucky to have Gemma as the celebrant for our wedding at Tenuta di Sticciano outside Florence in September 2025.

From the very beginning, she took the time to truly get to know us as a couple, and it showed in every part of the ceremony. The ceremony Gemma crafted was personal, warm, and fun - exactly the tone we had hoped for.

Gemma also suggested incorporating a wine box ritual, which couldn’t have been more fitting given that we were getting married in a winery. It added a meaningful and memorable touch to the ceremony.

We’re so grateful to Gemma for making our wedding feel so uniquely us and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking for a celebrant who brings care, creativity, and genuine connection to their day

Denni Ocean

15:21 20 Oct 25

Gemma was the best we could have imagined. She took such wonderful care of us and delivered a very emotional eulogy in German. All the guests loved it. During the preparations, she created a very clear plan, and we were able to contact her at any time.

Thank you so much again, Gemma.

chloe wright

08:57 05 Oct 25

My husband and I are beyond grateful for everything Gemma did to make our wedding day so special. Coming from Perth, Western Australia, we chose to elope in Italy for a truly unique and memorable experience and having Gemma as our celebrant was one of the best decisions we made.

Gemma is warm, thoughtful, friendly organised and professional. She took the time to understand us as a couple, and her attention to detail and considerate approach made the entire process feel seamless.

On the day itself, Gemma brought such a calm, thoughtful and kind energy. She created a ceremony that was not only beautifully written but also perfectly reflective of who we are. It was intimate, meaningful, and full of love, something we’ll remember forever.

Gemma went above and beyond in every way, and we truly couldn’t have imagined our day without her. Her kindness, professionalism, and care made our elopement feel effortless and magical. We feel so lucky to have had her be our celebrant.

leslie steiger

12:17 04 Oct 25

Dear Gemma,
Thank you so much for this wonderful ceremony. It was magical and beyond perfect.
Your loving manner, your Italian charm, and the words you chose made our ceremony unforgettable.
We couldn't have imagined it being more beautiful (despite the strong wind 😉)
How you handled it without batting an eyelid.

Thank you so much❤️
Leslie & Paul

Vanessa Meza

12:59 30 Sep 25

We loved having Gemma as our elopement coordinator. She knows many languages and was able to accommodate and be our Spanish translator as well. It was important for us to have our ceremony translated to Spanish for our family that was present. Gemma made the whole thing very special and unique for us. She is so thoughtful and has a beautiful was with words. She really brought our whole elopement together. No detail was spared. She is also a great communicator and was on top of everything. I cannot recommend her enough.

Siobhan Foster

08:12 19 Sep 25

We are so grateful to have had Gemma as our wedding celebrant! Gemma made the whole process so easy and created a ceremony that was personal, heartfelt, and a perfect fit for us. Our guests loved it and there were definitely a few tears shed at the words shared. We couldn't recommend Gemma enough for a real Italian celebration!

Marisa Marchese

21:17 06 Aug 25

We had the absolute pleasure of having Gemma as our celebrant for our elopement in Italy, and we couldn’t be more grateful. From the very first conversation, Gemma was warm, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in making our ceremony personal and meaningful.

Even though we were planning everything from abroad, Gemma made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. She took the time to get to know our story and crafted a ceremony that was intimate, heartfelt, and perfectly “us.”

If you’re looking for a celebrant who truly cares and will make your day feel incredibly special, we cannot recommend Gemma enough. Thank you for being such a memorable part of our elopement!

hannah

17:25 31 Jul 25

Gemma was an absolute Gem!
She cultivated the perfect ceremony for my husband and I. Gemma was attentive and detail-oriented in every aspect, and the way she crafted her speech during the ceremony was the most personal and meaningful we’ve ever heard. She took the lead in making sure everything went smoothly on our special day and handled it all with such ease. When our original ceremony spot ended up being fenced off and unusable, she quickly came up with a backup plan and led the team. We’re so grateful for her and couldn’t have imagined a better person to guide us through such an important moment. Thank you for everything!!

Quennie Siblos (chweenatz)

21:04 23 May 25

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Gemma for our intimate wedding in Tuscany, and we couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator. From the start, Gemma was incredibly helpful and resourceful, providing us with a list of top-notch suppliers and even accompanying us for a delightful food tasting two months before the big day.

Just before our trip, we ran into a major issue when our flights were cancelled, but Gemma went above and beyond, offering to help with securing our car rental. Her support made all the difference during that stressful time.

On the day of our wedding, with just 25 guests, she was there for every little detail, ensuring everything ran perfectly. From managing logistics to handling the minor but important touches, she truly made our day seamless and stress-free. We couldn't have done it without her!

If you're looking for a wedding planner who is organized, thoughtful, and always ready to go the extra mile, we highly recommend Gemma. She was an absolute joy to work with and played a huge part in making our destination wedding unforgettable.

And from the bottom of our hearts, grazie mille, Gemma.

- From Quennie and Jejo (May 2023 wedding at Tuscany, Italy)

JK Moderation

13:05 21 Feb 24

Gemma made our wedding in Tuscany an unforgettable, perfect memory as a wedding celebrant in the summer of 2023. We and our guests were thrilled with her. She speaks great German and is incredibly warm and personable and radiates a lot of joy and happiness. Thank you very much, dear Gemma!

Hanna Groni

11:57 20 Dec 23

Gemma attended our private wedding this summer in Pontassieve/Tuscany and did a fantastic job! The ceremony was even better than we could have dreamed: personal, emotional and touching. Thank you so much!

duccio argentini

11:30 09 Dec 23

Cute and well-prepared empathetic celebrant highly recommended!

Marylen Pearce

20:47 18 Nov 23

We are so thankful we found Gemma! She is absolutely amazing from day one. Great communication, very organized, super helpful and friendly. If you are on the fence to hire Gemma's services think no more. Highly recommended any day!

Mia Gordon

09:22 26 Oct 23

Choosing Gemma was one of the best decisions we made!! Gemma was beyond helpful throughout the wedding planning process, from starting with a call and a questionnaire, to finishing with a rehearsal, a perfect ceremony and a beautiful parchment to keep forever!! Our guests are still talking about how beautiful our ceremony was!! We are so grateful Gemma was apart of our special day - highly recommend!! xx

Brianna Rice

20:43 24 Oct 23

Gemma was absolutely incredible with officiating my husband and I's elopement ceremony out in Tuscany! Her words were touching and she added such a personal touch. I had just met her and I felt like I knew her my whole life!

I cannot recommend Gemma enough!!

Franchesca Rivera

15:28 18 Oct 23

Gemma is amazing!! We had an unforgettable ceremony thanks to her. She was so kind and passionate from beginning to end. My husband and I and our entire wedding party raved about how wonderful Gemma was as our officiant. Just pick her, you won’t regret it!

Sebastian Morton

16:35 17 Oct 23

Our wedding day was nothing short of perfection, and it's all thanks to Gemma! From the moment we decided to get married, we knew we wanted something truly special, and Gemma helped us achieve just that.

Her recommendation for Castello di Montegufoni was the most amazing venue choice. It's a breathtaking, picturesque castle nestled in the heart of Tuscany that provided the romantic backdrop of our dreams. The scenery alone is worth five stars!

One of the aspects that sets Gemma apart is her international wedding planning and support. We were planning our wedding from Seattle, USA, and Gemma made it feel seamless. She was always just a call or message away, ensuring we were comfortable with every choice we made. Her expertise and attention to detail made us feel confident throughout the entire process.

Gemma not only was the most amazing wedding celebrant, but she also made sure that everything was perfect. The ceremony was heartfelt and personal, touching our hearts and bringing tears to our eyes. It was everything we could have hoped for and more.

On the day of the wedding, Gemma's coordination was flawless. Every detail was taken care of, leaving us stress-free and able to fully enjoy the moment. It truly was a "wow" moment as we walked down the aisle and saw everything come together beautifully.

In the end, Gemma, made our wedding day the most magical and unforgettable experience of our lives. We couldn't be happier with her service and expertise. If you're considering a destination wedding or elopement, look no further; seriously, she is 100% the best person we could have ever have worked with. Gemma and Castello di Montegufoni will make your dreams come true. Thank you for making our day truly special!

Vlad Mogosila

13:45 16 Oct 23

We were incredibly fortunate to have Gemma as our wedding celebrant. She was incredibly precise and organised, and her ceremony was flawless. Gemma's attention to detail and her warm, personal touch made our day extra special. Her presence on the day was reassuring, and she took care of every detail, allowing us to fully enjoy the moment. Gemma is a true professional, and we're immensely grateful to her for making our wedding day so perfect. If you're looking for a celebrant who will exceed your expectations, Gemma is the one! Thank you, Gemma, for an unforgettable day!

Patrick Lamoureux

07:27 21 Sep 23

Gemma was simply a breath of fresh air. From the very beginning moments of planning all the way up to our wedding in Tuscany in September of 2023, she was attentive to all our needs and she was always extremely courteous and friendly. She also provided some excellent recommendations for our ceremony in terms of rituals and readings.

The actual ceremony was nothing short of beautiful! She crafted such a rich and personable ceremony that brought every single guest to tears - it was as if she had known us our whole lives! She is extremely professional and I would not hesitate for an instant to recommend her services to anybody looking for a kind-hearted officiant! Thank you Gemma! ❤️❤️❤️
Shania & Patrick

Letizia Coradeschi

12:29 30 Nov 22

Gemma's ceremony speech was everything we could have hoped for: sweet, romantic, funny and moving.
She was able to perfectly depict our personalities and love story, in both English and Italian. She helped us customize the ceremony with small rituals and was always available for suggestions and last minute changes.
Highly recommended!

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PHOTOGRAPHERS & VENUES I RECOMMEND (ALL IN TUSCANY IF NOT SPECIFIED)