A beautifully paced two-day celebration, with every essential detail kept simple. Arrive in Milan, settle in, and enjoy the weekend with us.
Everything you'll need for the weekend, from the welcome dinner to the trip home.
A warm opening evening at Villa Subaglio, designed for guests to arrive, settle in, and begin the weekend beautifully.
Ceremony, dinner, and dancing at Villa Erba, set on the lake in one of Como’s most iconic historic estates.
We will handle the hotel assignment for you. Your two-night stay is included, and we will let you know which of the two properties you are placed at, along with the reservation details, once your RSVP is confirmed.
Flights and airport transfers are not arranged, we kindly ask our guests to book their own flights and arrange their own ride from the airport. Fly into Milan Malpensa (MXP) or Linate (LIN), then make your way to your hotel. Once you're there, our shuttle takes over between the hotel and venues.
An illustration of where we'll be staying, dining, and celebrating, with a quick sense of how close everything is.
Typical Lake Como conditions for October 7–13. We'll switch to the live forecast as the dates draw near.
Historical averages from the past five Octobers. Expect crisp mornings and mild afternoons, with cool evenings along the lake.
A short list of things worth tucking into your suitcase.
A small helper for gauging prices in euros.
Door-to-door transport between your hotel and each venue.
Little clarifications, collected in one place.
Please reply by July 1st, 2026.
For plus-one requests, please check with us directly.
To keep the celebration adult-focused, we kindly ask that only invited guests attend. Thank you for understanding.
Thursday: cocktail attire. Friday: black-tie. Please avoid wearing white on Friday.
Your presence is the greatest gift. If you'd like to contribute something, a honeymoon fund link will be shared closer to the date.
Please be seated by 5:15 PM. The ceremony begins promptly at 5:30.
Yes, shuttle service between the hotel and the venues. Details will be shared closer to the day.
A few words to smooth the way.
A quick visual for the two evenings.
Polished but relaxed, midi dresses, dark suits, elegant separates. Think gentle evening luxe.
Floor-length gowns and tuxedos. Please avoid wearing white, we've saved that one for the bride.
If you have a spare afternoon, these are worth the detour.
Sixteen curated picks across cuisines for the evenings we aren't together.
Como - Modern Italian · 1★ Michelin
Inventive tasting menus from chef Davide Caranchini.
Como - Refined Italian · Michelin
Elegant dining in a 15th-century palazzo.
Como - Creative Italian · 1★ Michelin
Chef Federico Beretta's contemporary Italian.
Cernobbio - Classic Italian · Lake View
Hillside trattoria loved by George Clooney; book ahead.
Como - Fine Italian · Michelin
Garden-set Michelin classic, a Como institution.
Sala Comacina - Traditional · Waterfront
Authentic lake cuisine right on the water.
Sala Comacina - Lakeside Italian
Scenic terrace right on the water - classic Italian done well.
Carate Urio - Upscale Italian · Lake View
Elegant lake-view dining with refined Italian cuisine.
Como - Classic Italian · Piazza
Historic restaurant on Piazza Cavour with lakefront views.
Como - Modern European
Contemporary dining inside the Sheraton Lake Como.
Bellagio - Fine Italian · Poolside
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni's iconic open-air dining - worth the splurge.
Como - Traditional Osteria
Tiny authentic osteria in Como's old town - 4.6★.
Como - Gelateria
Como's favorite artisanal gelato - the perfect sweet stop.
Whether you're joining us in Como or celebrating from home, mix this as you toast. A bitter-sweet classic, the way Harry's Bar serves it.
Fill a short glass with ice. Pour Campari, then vermouth. Top with a splash of soda. Stir twice, no more. Slide an orange slice down the inside of the glass.
A quiet hour, a golden light, and good company.
Four moments, four soundtracks. Queue them up on the terrace, on the ferry, or in the quiet hour before.
Morning in Como - slow brass, sunlight on stone.
Drifting between villages, wind and water.
A quiet pre-party. Low lights, high collars.
When the band slows and the stars take over.
Two days along the lake, here's how the weekend will unfold, hour by hour.
Plan to arrive via Milan Malpensa, then head to your hotel and settle in before the festivities begin.
An intimate first evening at Villa Subaglio, with cocktails, dinner, and time to reconnect with family and friends.
The main event begins in the late afternoon and carries into the evening with dinner, music, and dancing on the lake.
Outside the key events, use the weekend to rest, explore Lake Como, and enjoy the setting at your own pace.
This guide is meant to keep the weekend feeling beautifully simple. If you need a quick refresh before traveling, everything important is right here.