Rosanna
Turning dreams into reality since 1997
Collectively the Distinctive Italy Team has over 41 years of planning weddings in Italy.
Stefania, Mariana, Jacopo, Junko, Raffaella, Simona and Elizabeth are dedicated to curating one of a kind events that are unique to you. Together we cover the entire "boot" of Italy with its amazing regions and superb venues.
Our highly trained team of Italian wedding designers manages every aspect of your event, starting with the selection of your dream venue, to designing one of a kind floral and lighting projects and sourcing very unique entertainment ideas to wow your guests.
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"We owe you a huge thank you for all your hard work, dedication, attention to detail and patience in planning the wedding. The timeline, number of events and logistical challenges made this a very complex wedding to plan and we could not have done any of it without you - I sincerely thank you for everything."
Neil and Jasheen (3 day Indian wedding)
Stefania
Stefania has been with Distinctive Italy for over a decade, leading the planning team with her exceptional skills for our most exclusive multi-day celebrations.
From Sicily to the Alps, she has worked with the most prestigious of Italy's venues collaborating with an amazing selection of international and local vendors. Highly respected in the wedding planning sector and adored by her couples, she brings an incredible wealth of experience and knowledge to your destination wedding in Italy.
Ready to plan your dream wedding with Stefania?
“We had the absolute pleasure of working with Stefania from Distinctive Italy Weddings for our wedding in Florence, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From the very beginning, Stefania’s incredible organization and attention to detail were apparent, and she truly made the entire planning process seamless and stress-free.
Stefania and her team brought our vision to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined. They were incredibly flexible and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect. The catering was beyond amazing—our guests are still raving about the food! The floral arrangements were breathtaking and matched our style and venue perfectly.
Planning a destination wedding can feel overwhelming, but with Stefania and her team, it was a dream come true. If you're considering a wedding in Italy, do yourself a favor and work with Distinctive Italy Weddings. We are forever grateful for everything they did to make our day unforgettable!"
Jianna and Brandon
Rosanna about Stefania
Stefania puts her heart and soul into each wedding. She has a genuine desire to make your wedding day the best day of your life and will do what it takes to make things happen. Add to it one of the most cheerful personalities I have had the pleasure to know and the results are very happy couples.
Junko
"I heard a lot of things could go wrong on a wedding day. Definitely not for us! We actually had great fun and enjoyed every single moment. I was the worry free bride :) because Junko orchestrated everything; the event took place smoothly until late at night with the utmost perfection and attention to detail.There is no word to describe how grateful we are to work with Junko.
If you want to get married, Italy is the right place to go and Junko is the right person to consult." Carrie and Thomas – Florence wedding
"Junko was a saint and I am so thankful for all of her assistance! Everything was perfect!" Laura and Efri – Tuscany Wedding
Rosanna about Junko
Attention to detail “redefined”. Junko is a type “A” perfectionist able to handle complex events. Her cheerful attitude and beautiful manners are appreciated by all our couples.
Raffaella
Rosanna about Raffaella
Raffaella R – our concierge services coordinator works tirelessly behind the scenes coordinating many of our services, hotel bookings, group transfers and much, much more. She is an invaluable addition to our team. Gifted with a keen sense of organization, multi-tasker “par excellance” as well as outgoing and enthusiastic, she handles much of our logistics as well as researching important services for Distinctive Italy Weddings.
Mariana
Mariana has extensive experience working in the hospitality industry around the globe. She is an articulate communicator, with a very positive, calm personality that is unperturbed by whatever may come her way. Essential qualities for a wedding planner. Her background in luxury hospitality and tourism has equipped her to provide a white glove service to all of her couples.
Mariana has a proven record of providing excellent customer service and is extremely organized, reliable and dedicated to her couples. Armed with strong communication skills and super positive attitude she will make sure that you’ll have an unforgettable wedding experience.
"Scott and I both wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the incredible work you did planning and executing the most amazing wedding at Villa Corsini. From the initial planning stages to the final moment of our special day, your dedication and attention to detail was remarkable. Your ability to take both Scott and I's visions and turn it into reality exceeded all of our expectations. Villa Corsini was stunning, with the florals and decorations just how we wanted them under your coordination. It is clear all of your meticulous hard work truly made our day unforgettable.
Thank you so much again for your efforts and support through out this whole process. You made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free, allowing us to really enjoy every moment of our wedding day. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding planner, and we are so grateful for everything you have done. All the best,
Jennifer and Scott"
Rosanna about Mariana
Simona
Thanks to her foreign language studies and fondness for art, Simona has an innate talent with design and is very creative. She is the perfect blend of love for technology and inspiration. As a passionate botanist she can come up with unconventional solutions for your floral design.
Her extroverted and tenacious personality allows Simona to reach her goals no matter the challenge!
Shianne and Michael
Elizabeth
Elizabeth brings a fresh and insightful perspective to every aspect of planning your dream wedding in Italy.
With a long career in customer relations and event management for international clients and companies, she has the expertise to navigate the complexities of destination weddings. As a bilingual English-Italian speaker, she serves as the perfect bridge to turn your wishes into cherished moments.
Elizabeth takes the time to understand each couple’s desires, priorities, and unique love story. She believes every wedding should be a deeply personal and seamless experience. By listening closely to her clients, she guides them through every step of the planning process with professionalism and care. Her greatest passion is bringing visions to life, ensuring that every detail - from the grandest elements to the smallest finishing touches - is thoughtfully curated to create a celebration that feels effortless, meaningful, and unforgettable.
"First let me say we can't thank you enough for all of your help throughout this process. We had the most amazing time and it was more than we could have ever expected. All of your suggestions for entertainment were amazing. We have heard so many pain points from our friends and family planning their own weddings and cannot express how happy we are to have had you and the team make it such a seamless and stress free experience. You were always so quick to respond and helpful with all of our questions and made the wedding of our dreams reality. Thank you for such an unforgettable time!
Thanks again!"
Cassandra & Michael
Jacopo
Jacopo brings an incredible wealth of experience to DIW, excelling in all aspects of wedding planning. With a rich background in international catering and event planning, having worked in Canada, China, and Spain, he can manage events of any size and collaborate effortlessly with couples from around the globe.
Fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, Jacopo is known for his high energy and self-starting nature. Couples find him a joy to work with due to his outgoing personality and passion for the job. His dedication is unparalleled; his energy and drive indefatigable. Many couples consider him a friend.
Each event Jacopo creates begins as a partnership and an exchange of creative ideas. The results are stunning, leaving guests wondering if they are dreaming or awake. If you're seeking a wow factor and an unforgettable wedding day, Jacopo is sure to deliver.
"As we said in our note, you and your team helped to give us the best day of our lives. It really was our dream come true. A simple thank you could never be enough to express the gratitude we feel for the memories made over our wedding week.
Our friends and family felt comfortable, cared for, and full!! To quote a few of our relatives and loved ones - "this wedding has ruined weddings forever because nothing will ever compare." We will never be over it!"
Sabrina and Christopher
Federica
Federica experiences every wedding as a special mission, putting her heart and soul into every detail. “I am tireless, always present, but never intrusive, I am ready to transform any challenge into a smile and a solution!”
She works with absolute dedication and overwhelming passion, believing that every couple deserves a day that goes beyond their expectations.
Federica’s greatest desire is to see in the eyes of couples the joy of a dream becoming reality, to accompany them with serenity along every step and create an experience that is even more extraordinary than they have ever imagined.
