WEDDING BLOG

Emily and Shelby’s relationship grew slowly and naturally over time. Introduced through family and mutual friends, they spent years building a friendship before eventually realizing they wanted something more.

The way their relationship developed naturally also influenced the big day itself. Rather than obsessing over tiny details, they focused on creating a weekend that felt welcoming, elegant, and enjoyable for everyone there. Their Villa Corsini wedding came together with soft Tuscan scenery, understated florals, incredible food, and thoughtful moments that kept the entire weekend feeling personal and relaxed.

What We Love About This Villa Corsini Wedding:

• Both brides wore stunning Danielle Frankel gowns
• The soft white, green, yellow, and gold color palette that blended beautifully with the Tuscan scenery
• A relaxed pizza party rehearsal dinner in a Florence garden
• The vintage convertible that added a classic Italian feel to their portraits
• Fireworks and a live violin performance that completely surprised guests

Featured Vendor:
The Tuscan Wedding

Trusting Someone Else to Bring the Vision Together

Emily and Shelby will be the first to admit they are not naturally detail-oriented people. Instead of forcing themselves into a style of planning that didn’t feel natural, they focused on finding a planner they fully trusted.

“We truly could not have planned our wedding without our planner and Junebug vendor The Tuscan Wedding ,” they shared. “Since we did not have a strong vision or know where to begin, they guided us through every step of the process, asked all the right questions, and thoughtfully brought everything together in a way that felt authentic to us.”

That trust became one of the defining parts of the weekend. Rather than getting caught up in endless decisions, they focused on the overall atmosphere they wanted guests to experience. Their planner then translated that into thoughtful details, a soft white and green palette, and a celebration that felt elegant without feeling overly formal.

For couples planning a destination wedding especially, this kind of support can completely change the experience. Emily and Shelby’s advice was simple: invest in a good planner because it’s worth it.

Handling the Stress of Potentially Bad Weather

A beautiful outdoor wedding in Tuscany sounds dreamy until the weather forecast predicts thunderstorms for the entire weekend. “The weather forecast called for thunderstorms throughout the weekend, which definitely added some stress leading up to the wedding day,” the couple shared.

Thankfully, their planner had already prepared several backup plans and guided them through every scenario ahead of time. Having that support allowed Emily and Shelby to focus less on what could go wrong and more on actually being present during the weekend.

In the end, everything came together beautifully, but the experience reinforced how important it was to work with vendors they trusted completely. That peace of mind became just as valuable as any design detail or decor decision.

Why Their First Look Became One of the Most Meaningful Parts of the Day

One of the most meaningful parts of the day happened before the ceremony even began. “Our first look was one of the most emotional and memorable moments of the entire weekend.” Seeing each other privately before walking down the aisle gave them a chance to pause, take everything in, and experience the emotions of the day together before the celebration officially started.

Their vows also became one of the standout moments of the ceremony, along with carefully chosen entrance and exit songs that made the experience feel even more personal.

Later in the day, the couple climbed into a convertible that quickly became part of some of their favorite portraits from the weekend. The car added a playful old-world Italian touch that fit perfectly into the atmosphere of their Villa Corsini wedding while giving them a chance to step away together for a few quiet moments between events.

Choosing Wedding Fashion That Fit the Setting Instead of Competing With It

Fashion became one of the clearest reflections of the overall aesthetic they wanted for the weekend. “We both wore Danielle Frankel, whose designs perfectly captured the effortless, modern, and timeless aesthetic we envisioned for the weekend.” Instead of heavily embellished gowns, they gravitated toward strong silhouettes, fluid draping, and clean lines that allowed the styling to feel refined while still feeling relaxed.

Their bridesmaids wore soft yellow and gold tones that photographed beautifully against the natural stone, greenery, and sunset colors surrounding the villa. The palette brought just enough color while still maintaining the soft romantic atmosphere they envisioned for their Villa Corsini wedding.

Not Overdecorating a Place That Already Felt Special

Their Villa Corsini wedding never tried to compete with its surroundings. Nestled among Tuscan vineyards and sweeping countryside views, the venue already carried so much character on its own. “We got married at Villa Corsini, and from the moment we saw it, we knew it perfectly captured the atmosphere we envisioned for our wedding weekend,” they said.

The historic architecture and Tuscan backdrop already brought so much atmosphere to the weekend, but the design team fully leaned into the romance of the setting rather than keeping things overly minimal. Long candlelit tables, soft white florals, dramatic chandeliers, and layered lighting transformed the lawn into an elegant open-air dinner party that still felt connected to the villa’s old-world character.

Putting the Budget Toward the Parts Guests Would Actually Experience

Instead of spreading their budget evenly across every category, Emily and Shelby prioritized the parts of the experience guests would interact with most throughout the weekend.

“Our planner played a huge role in helping us thoughtfully manage our budget and prioritize what mattered most to us. We chose to invest most heavily in the overall guest experience, especially the decor, food, and entertainment.”

That decision showed up everywhere throughout the celebration. Guests were welcomed with a relaxed pizza party in a beautiful Florence garden before the wedding day. The reception itself featured incredible food, an energetic DJ set, a violinist performance that quickly became a crowd favorite, and fireworks that completely surprised guests by the end of the night.

Every part of the weekend felt immersive without feeling excessive.

What stands out most about Emily and Shelby’s Villa Corsini wedding isn’t just the Tuscan scenery or the fashion, though both were incredible. It’s how clearly the weekend reflected what mattered most to them: good food, meaningful moments, trusting the right people, and creating an experience their guests could truly enjoy alongside them.