A Multicultural Wedding in Tuscany: Ali and Pei’s Dream at Villa di Striano

There are weddings that stay in your heart forever. Ali and Pei’s was one of them.
In the heart of Tuscany, in a historic villa that once welcomed 19th-century artists, poets, and actors, we brought a dream wedding to life.
Villa di Striano, with its frescoed halls and centuries-old park, was the perfect backdrop for such a meaningful and special union.

When I Met Ali and Pei…

From our very first meeting, Ali and Pei knew exactly what they wanted: a prestigious venue offering multiple spaces, where different cultures could come together and blend without losing the intimacy and solemnity of the moment.
The challenge? Making every guest feel welcomed and included — creating an experience that truly spoke to each one, despite the language barriers of Chinese, English, and Italian.

We found our answer in the magical woodland of Villa di Striano — a quiet, intimate corner, accompanied only by the gentle sound of a harp marking the most emotional moments of the ceremony. The seating, arranged in a semicircle around the wedding arch, created a symbolic embrace around the couple.

For me, every detail must speak of love — which is why we printed the vows in all three languages, so that every guest could feel part of the “I do.”

The Sand Ceremony was the poetic touch that beautifully told the story of two souls, two worlds, and two lives becoming one.

 

The Design and Style: The Soul of Tuscany

Ali and Pei dreamed of a country-chic style — one that reflected the authentic soul of Tuscany, yet with elegance and warmth. We chose a color palette inspired by autumn: ivory, olive green, burnt orange, and terracotta. Every space was thoughtfully designed to embrace, welcome, and move.

From the woodland ceremony, we moved to the dinner area, illuminated by a sky of fairy lights that made everything even more romantic. And there, between toasts and laughter, Pei surprised everyone with her first outfit change: from a classic European wedding dress to a refined traditional Chinese gown. A symbolic moment, deeply meaningful, celebrated with emotion and pride.

Ali and Pei are the perfect blend of elegance and authenticity: two souls from different cultures, united by the same gentle and profound way of living and expressing love.

The cake cutting took place in the Limonaia grotto, a secret and enchanting corner of the Villa, with the sound of the grand fountain in the background. Even there, the atmosphere was magical, intimate, and almost suspended in time.

A fairytale ending.

I loved every moment of this wedding. Ali, with her gentle smile, her precision, and her generosity, and Pei, the true embodiment of elegance, sweetness, and refinement. They celebrated their love in an authentic way, including everyone, honoring their roots, and building a new beginning together.

For the grand finale, Pei wore a stunning third dress in emerald green, with which she opened the dance floor alongside Ali. From that moment on, it was pure joy—music and dancing late into the night.

Pei is not only a special bride but also an influencer with a distinctive style: with her natural grace and impeccable taste, she inspires thousands of people every day through content that celebrates beauty, fashion, and culture with authenticity and finesse.

Planning their wedding was an emotional journey for me—one of those projects where every choice is guided by love. And in the end, this is exactly the heart of my work as a wedding planner in Tuscany: telling unique love stories with respect, beauty, and passion.