Issue 8

ITALY

Issue 8

Winter 2008 - Issue 8

Welcome to my first issue of Dream Italian Weddings & Honeymoons as editor. When Peter Shaw, our publisher, first approached me about my taking over from Melissa, I admit I was rather torn. I was delighted to be offered the job, but disappointed it meant I would no longer be working with Melissa.

The Magic of Marina

Designer Marina Mansanta explains why she thinks the shape of fashion’s future can be found in the past

Irresistible Italy

When Philippa Smart fell in love with her Italian fiancé David Catolfi Salvoni, she had no idea she was also about to fall in love with his country and its people...

Marion Hunter and Paolo Saletti: beyond our dreams

For a special bride and groom you need special wedding planners and luckily for Claire and Paul Dunlop, they found Dream Academy

One man and his wedding

Newly married Angelo Sangiorgio gives us a man’s view of the build-up to his super Sicilian wedding.

Destination - Italian honeymoons in style

In conjunction with newly published guidebook ‘Luxury Backpackers: Honeymoons in Style, we highlight our top ten Italian hideaways for a stylish honeymoon

A Very Civil Ceremony

We highlight our top ten Italian hideaways for a stylish honeymoon

A Passion for Portofino

Meet one couple whose trip to the Italian Riviera inspired them to come back for more...

A City of Surprises

From marriages in simple country chapels to brides accompanied down the aisle by Hollywood stars, WeddinginRome has arranged some truly memorable ceremonies

Culture - Renaissance Weddings

Until 18th January 2009, the ‘Renaissance Faces’ exhibition in London’s National Gallery explores Renaissance portraiture, and touches on all aspects of life, including betrothal and marriage