— this issue —

Back to the basics.

Everything you need to plan the trip — how to reach us, where to rest your head, what to wear.

A scrapbook collage of Giulio and Sophie in front of a Sicilian harbour church, with pressed olive leaves, a torn book page and washi tape

— the day itself —

The ceremony & reception.

We'll have a short ceremony in the early evening, followed by aperitivo (drinks and appetizers) on the terrace, dinner in the vineyard, and then dancing until the sun comes up!

Venue

Casal Montani

ceremony & reception, same place

Address

Via di Casal Montani, 00132 Roma RM, Italy

we'll send a map pin closer to the day

— order of the day —

5:30 PMDoors & welcome drinks
6:00 PMThe ceremony
6:30 PMAperitivo & photographs
8:00 PMDinner is served
10:00 PMDancing until late
1:00 AMLast toast & shuttles

Times are a guide — come a little early, stay a little late.

— getting there —

Finding your way in.

Rome is easy to reach and a joy to wander. Here's the shape of the journey, however you're travelling.

By air

Fiumicino (FCO) — the main hub

Ciampino (CIA) serves low-cost & European flights

By train

Roma Termini — the central station

high-speed links from Florence, Milan & Naples

To the venue

Roughly 40 minutes from the centre of Rome

we'll be arranging shuttles from various meeting places in the city

Parking

On-site / nearby

if you're driving in

Will you need a shuttle to the venue?

— where to stay —

A bed for the night.

A handful of places we love, across budgets. Book early — June is high season in Roma, and rooms go quickly.

Centro Storico€€€

Hotel Campo de' Fiori

Boutique rooms and a rooftop terrace above the piazza.

Trastevere€€

Hotel Santa Maria

A 16th-century cloister turned hotel. Cobblestones, orange trees, great trattorie below.

Prati€€

Residenza Paolo VI

Quiet, elegant, a short walk from Castel Sant'Angelo. Easy taxi to the venue.

We're working on arranging some room blocks — come back to check when those are active, or text us for more information!

— open mic —

Say a few words.

We'll have an open mic at dinner for anyone who'd like to say something.

To give us a better sense of how many people might like to speak, let us know how you're feeling:

— good to know —

The small print.

The odds and ends that make the trip smoother.

Dress code: Summer semi-formal. White and nude colors. Linen suits and lighter fabrics are encouraged — it'll be warm, and the floor will sometimes be grass. Find dress code inspiration and ideas on Sophie's Pinterest board.
Weather: Roman June: hot days (around 28–30°C), soft evenings. Bring a wrap for after dark.
Children: are more than welcome!
RSVP by: Please reply by January 31, 2027, so we can plan the tables.
Questions: Lost, stuck, or just excited? Text or WhatsApp us at 858-519-2919.