WEDDING BLOG

Reshma and Brendan’s Indian wedding in Tuscany was the perfect blend of tradition, intention, and personal flair. Nestled in the heart of the countryside, Il Borro was more than a scenic backdrop. It was the only venue Reshma had in mind. “It’s such a unique place,” she shared. “It’s actually a whole medieval village restored by the Ferragamo family. We rented out the entire village so our guests could have the full Tuscan experience.” She had first visited it years before meeting Brendan, and its peaceful charm and five-star service made a lasting impression.

Planning began almost immediately after the engagement. While her parents let them choose the venue, they—true to tradition—selected the wedding date with the help of an astrologist. October 20, just after their engagement anniversary, felt meant to be.

As a wedding planner, Reshma had a clear vision from day one. For both the Catholic and Hindu ceremonies, she wanted a timeless, cohesive look built around a clean color palette and white roses. The same flowers Brendan used to propose. She worked with Giardino Delle Fate Flower Design, who instantly understood her style and brought it to life.

She and Brendan managed the early planning themselves—booking vendors, building timelines, and designing mood boards. But knowing the complexities of organizing an Indian wedding in Italy from the U.S., Reshma leaned on her talented Resh&Co. team. “As someone who’s very Type A, I like to control every detail. But I’m so glad we handed things off where it mattered. It allowed us to truly enjoy the process.”

And enjoy it they did. With two events per day across three days, their celebration honored both cultures while making guests feel at ease. “Not everyone was familiar with both traditions. So we created a mood board with the full itinerary and outfit suggestions to make packing and planning easier for everyone flying in from around the world.”

What We Love About This Indian Wedding in Tuscany:

• The three-day, six-event fusion celebration blending Catholic and Hindu ceremonies
• The Aperol Spritz-themed mehendi and rustic welcome dinner
• Personalized touches like handwritten notes, custom totes, and a guest newspaper
• The carefully curated outfits, including heirloom jewelry and a 60-foot veil
• The Millefoglie wedding cake assembled live in front of guests

From the beginning, Reshma and Brendan knew they wanted their guests to feel appreciated every step of the way. “Since our guests were traveling all the way to Italy, they were our top priority. We covered accommodation and meals for three days and built our budget around that.”

The experience started even before arrival. Pallavi from Kiana Invitations created a save the date styled like a postcard reading “Meet us in Italy,” complete with handwritten notes to each guest, an effort that took over a month. It came tucked into a sleeve shaped like Il Borro’s silhouette. Their formal invitation, created with Sakshi of Inquisited, featured letterpress cards wrapped in a watercolor of Il Borro’s gates. Designed to feel like opening the door to the village itself.

Their big day was filled with thoughtful details that made guests feel instantly welcomed. Upon check-in, guests received personalized keycard holders with a note from Reshma’s parents and another watercolor of the venue. Each room included a custom tote bag designed by Reshma’s maid of honor, Lauren, through her company LoSull Creations. The bags featured an illustration of the couple and the phrase “Find me in Tuscany,” echoing their save-the-date theme. Inside, guests found snacks, a bottle of Il Borro wine, and a custom newspaper filled with fun facts and icebreaker games—like “Find the guest who…” to spark conversations.

Throughout the weekend, the couple continued to surprise them with small, meaningful gifts: Panama hats and fans with on-site calligraphy on Day 1, cozy shawls for chilly moments on Day 2, and handwritten thank-you notes with bomboniera on Day 3.

Featured Vendor:

LA76 Photography

Kicking Off Their Indian Wedding in Tuscany with Color, Comfort, and Aperol Spritz

Day 1 of Reshma and Brendan’s Indian wedding in Tuscany was the perfect way to welcome guests and set the tone for the celebration ahead. The couple encouraged guests to wear breezy white outfits to complement the relaxed countryside setting,they added their own splash of color.. Reshma wore a vibrant cherry red draped gown with delicate ruching, while Brendan complemented her look in a cream suit with a red bow tie and pocket square, adding just the right pop.

Festivities began with a mehendi ceremony inspired by their favorite Italian aperitif. “We wanted to kick off the weekend in the most authentic Italian way possible—with Aperol Spritz and pizza!” Against a backdrop of crisp white decor with bold pink and orange accents, guests mingled as a roaming band serenaded them and guided the way to the welcome dinner.

The evening transformed into a charming, rustic pizza party. Long wooden tables were decorated with fresh tomatoes and bright red florals, giving the space the feel of a cozy neighborhood pizzeria. 

Embracing Both Cultures Through Ceremony and Celebration

Blending two cultures was never just about having two ceremonies. It was about creating moments that felt personal and true to both families. Day 2 began with a romantic Catholic ceremony set in the Italian garden of Il Borro, overlooking the entire village.

“We wanted to keep it simple, elegant, and romantic.” The altar and florals were filled with white roses—a subtle nod to Brendan’s proposal—and a string quartet played “Until I Found You” as Reshma walked down the aisle, with her bridesmaid Jordan singing live. Adding to the emotion, Brendan’s sister and Reshma’s brother co-officiated the ceremony, making the experience even more meaningful.

Reshma wore a corseted ball gown from Galia Lahav made of French guipure lace, featuring a cat-eye neckline and a dramatic 10-foot veil embroidered with the lyrics “Forever’s gotta start somewhere.” The same lyrics playing during Brendan’s proposal. “I kept my makeup soft and romantic, and chose a messy updo so the veil would have something to grip onto,” she shared. For her something blue, her Maid of Honour stitched a heart-shaped piece of the blue polka dot dress Reshma wore the day she met Brendan into the gown’s hem.

Brendan wore a white and black suit, while the wedding party kept it classic in all black. Sleek and timeless, just like the ceremony itself.

Afterward, guests had a short break to change outfits before heading to the amphitheater for the sangeet, where the energy shifted entirely. Bright pinks, bold florals, and upbeat music transformed the evening into a lively celebration. One of the most memorable moments? Reshma’s mom surprising everyone with a heartfelt dance to ABBA’s “Slipping Through My Fingers.”

Choosing a Venue They Already Loved

For Reshma and Brendan, Il Borro wasn’t just a wedding venue, it was the obvious choice. “My family and I visited a few years ago, even before I met Brendan,” Reshma shared. “We were immediately drawn to its peaceful charm and five-star guest service. So when it came to planning the wedding, we didn’t even consider other venues.”

After Brendan proposed, the couple flew to Bangalore for a traditional South Indian engagement ceremony that spanned two days and welcomed over 1,200 guests. While it was a joy to be surrounded by so many loved ones, they quickly realized how chaotic it had been. “We barely had time to soak it all in. That experience made us think a smaller, more intimate wedding might be more our style.”

Honoring Heritage with a Traditional Ceremony and Starry Farewell at Their Indian Wedding in Tuscany

The final day of Reshma and Brendan’s Indian wedding in Tuscany began with a deeply traditional Muhurtham ceremony. The mandap was placed on a quiet, tree-lined road framed by holm oaks and a sweeping mountain view. “It felt very earthy and calm, and really stayed true to my South Indian roots,” Reshma shared.

Inspired by the flowers they saw blooming during a summer site visit, the couple chose soft pink florals and white roses for the mandap. Elegant, subtle, and perfectly in harmony with the natural surroundings. Reshma wore a gold Kanchi saree chosen by her mom and aunts, paired with a matching blouse embroidered with tiny pink flowers to mirror the mandap design. Her 60-foot veil added an extra sense of drama to the peaceful setting.

Brendan wore a custom-stitched dhoti and kurta, while the groomsmen matched in cream, and the bridesmaids wore pink and gold lehengas—coordinated to reflect the ceremony palette. For jewelry, Reshma traveled light, bringing only pieces with deep sentimental value. “I wore bangles passed down from my paternal grandmother, and the longer necklace belonged to my ammamma’s temple collection,” she said.

That evening, the celebration transitioned into a chic, under-the-stars reception in the villa’s courtyard. The black-and-white color scheme was intentionally minimal, allowing the night sky and heartfelt moments to shine. At each place setting, guests found handwritten thank-you notes from the couple, doubling as both place cards and parting words of gratitude.

Instead of a traditional cake, Reshma and Brendan embraced Italian culture with a Millefoglie—a layered pastry of flaky puff pastry and rich cream, assembled live by a chef in front of the guests and finished with fresh berries and powdered sugar. It was the perfect sweet ending to a celebration that was as meaningful as it was beautiful.

When Plan A Turns Into Plan B (and That’s Totally Okay)

Despite months of meticulous planning, not everything went according to script—and that’s okay.

“If you checked the forecast on October 1, the entire month looked sunny, except for the exact three days of our wedding,” Reshma recalled. “So yes, it was rainy and gloomy the whole weekend, and we had to pivot to Plan B for almost everything. But we were in Italy, surrounded by our favorite people. What more could we ask for?”

Even on the final night, there were last-minute surprises. Just moments before their grand entrance into the reception, Reshma’s carefully bustled gown came undone. “We were about to go into our first dance, so we couldn’t just walk out like that,” she said. “Brendan, I, and three of my girlfriends rushed upstairs to safety-pin it back together. Meanwhile, the DJ was announcing us—twice—thinking we just hadn’t heard him!”

Her biggest piece of advice for other couples? Let go of the small stuff. “You can plan every detail down to the millisecond, but something will still go off-script. And that’s okay. Guests won’t remember if the flowers were the wrong shade or if the DJ played the wrong song. They’ll remember how they felt.”