Wedding | Valeria & Ron

Tell us a little about yourselves! 

Ron and I first met in 10th grade, but it wasn’t until an Avicii concert four years later that we reconnected - and the rest is history. We live in Tel Aviv with Tina, our Vizsla. We love good food, spending time with loved ones, and savoring life’s simple pleasures.

Fun Fact - our wedding day, September 23, also marked our nine-year anniversary - the perfect way to celebrate both our past and the adventures ahead.

Why did you decide to get married where you did? 

A traditional, large Israeli wedding was never our style. We wanted an intimate, leisurely celebration, with good food, fine wine, and a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by our closest people. With friends and family traveling from afar, Agriturismo S. Angelo - a simple yet gorgeous Tuscan villa - provided the perfect setting for a memorable end-of-summer gathering.

How many guests did you have? 

26.

What was your budget? 

Per guest, our budget was higher than a typical Israeli wedding, but we wanted to celebrate friendship and togetherness. So we used it to host our loved ones for a four-day countryside vacation - a celebration that felt much more “us.”

Tell us about your outfits. 

My wedding dress was from the incredible Israeli designer Maya HaCohen. Her designs are everything I had envisioned - timeless, effortless, and yet so elegantly refined.  Throughout the day, I wore a delicate silk scarf, and for the ceremony, a gorgeous veil that added a romantic touch - all designed by Maya HaCohen. 

For my second look, I chose a dress with feathers and beadwork from Zara. Its straight-cut, semi-sheer silhouette had a playful 1920s vibe, which to me recalled the glamour of “the Gatsby era”. While my first dress embodied elegance and timelessness, this one let me dance, move freely, and embrace a lighter, more chic side of myself. 

Ron wore a dark blue Boss suit. We wanted the suit to be both elegant and vibrant against the Tuscan landscape - and it was exactly that. It actually took us four tries to find the perfect one, but it was worth it.

What was the most important aspect for you, in terms of planning your wedding? 

The most important thing for us was to create a celebration that felt like a true gathering of love - not just between the two of us, but among all the people who have shaped our lives. We saw our wedding as an opportunity to bring everyone we love together for a shared Tuscan escape - a few sun-drenched days of slowing down, reconnecting, and simply enjoying life side by side. 

We wanted every part of the day to feel deeply personal and filled with gratitude. Our guests weren’t just witnesses - they were part of the story. The Chuppah was held by our brothers and my two childhood friends, my little sister was our ring bearer, and with our parents by our side, our best friend - who was just as excited as we were - officiated the ceremony. The traditional Jewish Seven Blessings were rewritten to reflect what we truly believe in, with seven of our closest friends reading them aloud as heartfelt wishes for a life filled with love and joy. 

It mattered to us that our guests didn’t just attend our wedding, but truly experienced it with us - sharing good food, good wine, and laughter. The atmosphere was incredible: old friends reunited after years apart, new friendships were formed, and shared memories were created. It was simple, genuine, and full of heart.

Were there any elements that were important for you to incorporate? 

We wanted our wedding to reflect who we are - our cultures, our values, and the small traditions that make us feel at home. We noticed our anniversary fell on Rosh HaShana, the Jewish New Year, and took it as a sign to begin our new chapter on that day. The night before, our families and friends gathered for a proper holiday dinner - round challah, sweet apples dipped in honey, and incredible Italian dishes prepared by Annalisa, the chef of our event. 

The ceremony carried the same spirit - rooted in tradition, yet entirely our own. We were married under a Chuppah I made by hand, held by the people closest to our hearts, and subtle nods to our Russian and Jewish backgrounds were woven throughout the day. 

It was important to us that the wedding felt relaxed and effortless. The celebration was joyful - guests danced, laughed, and shared in the magic of the day. And as the sun set, the evening gently shifted into quieter, heartfelt conversations by the pool - a perfect punctuation to a warm, happy but relaxed celebration.

Any tips for couples getting married? 

1. Make it yours. This is your wedding - shape it around what feels right for you and your partner. If you love going to bed early, call it a night at 9 p.m. If a morning tennis game feels better than a long photoshoot, do it. If an hour and a half of dancing is enough, switch to swimsuits and relax by the pool. Your day should reflect you, not anyone else’s idea of a wedding. 

2. Come with an open heart. Trust that what’s meant for you will happen, and let it unfold naturally. Don’t stress over the weather or little things that don’t go as planned. What will stay with you long after the day is the love and joy you share with the people around you.

Are there any vendors that you would like to tell us a little more about? 

Teresa Hirschel - After the wedding, what stays with you beyond the memories are the photos and videos that capture the day. We wanted them to be documentary-style, so we could relive the moments and emotions for years to come - and Teresa did exactly that. Each image feels alive and full of feeling. She was so fun, completely in tune with our vibe, and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. It genuinely felt like she was one of our closest friends. Without exaggeration, I’ve never seen work this beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier to have had her as our photographer. 

Ada De Gregorio - Even though we planned our wedding entirely remotely, Ada made the process feel effortless, and even enjoyable. She intuitively understood my vision, often enhancing it with her own thoughtful ideas. Every detail, down to the smallest finishing touch, was handled with care and precision, as if the event was her own. Her proactive approach lifted so much stress from our shoulders, and her warmth made the process feel truly personal. If you’re a person of details and want a wedding that feels warm, personal, and perfectly in your own essence, Ada is absolutely the partner you want for the journey.

Photographer & Videographer: Teresa Hirschel @teresahirschel.de | Planning: Ada De Gregorio | Ceremony & Reception Location: Agriturismo S. Angelo | Celebrant: friend of the couple Itamar Eshed @itamareshed | Cake, Catering & Beverages: Annalisa Bacchetta | Entertainment: Paolo Fabbri @paolofabbrimusic | Dress & Veil: Maya Hacohen @mayahacohen_atelier | Second Look: 

Zara @zara | Suit: Boss @boss | Engagement & Wedding Ring: Custom Design | Shoes: Massimo Dutti @massimodutti | Earrings: Reggie @reggie_jewelry