together with their families
Anastasia & James
Look forward to seeing you in Florence
Not long to go!
Wedding Day
Italy
June 2025 Updates
Dress Code
The Wedding Day
Women
We kindly ask our female guests to wear attire that’s in line with a black tie celebration.
Think:
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Evening or cocktail dresses
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Chic formal gowns
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Stylish dressy outfits you’d wear to a red-carpet wedding
We’d love to avoid casual styles like day dresses or summer beachwear - this is a chance to dress up and feel amazing for a special evening.
Men
Our groomsmen will be in tuxedos, and if you’d like to wear a tux too — you’re more than welcome to!
But if a tux isn’t your vibe, that’s absolutely fine!
We anticipate most men will opt for cooler lighter coloured suits
We kindly ask that you wear:
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A smart suit in any colour except white,
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A crisp shirt,
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Tie or bow tie is optional — whatever feels good to you.
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Black tie Kilts are welcomed too!
Think: elevated evening style, whether classic or your own personal twist.
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Itinerary
Our Wedding Week in Florence
Monday 28th July – Saturday 2nd August
We’re so excited to celebrate this special week with you in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Whether you’re joining us for a few days or the whole week, your presence means the world to us.
Please note: this is a child-free celebration and wedding.
It’s time to let your hair down — and we can’t wait to see you do just that!
📍 Monday, 28th July
Arrival in Florence
Settle in, soak up the atmosphere, and start the week at your own pace.
We’ll be exploring a little of the city and sampling some local drinks — feel free to join if you’re around!
🍹 Tuesday, 29th July
Welcome Drinks – Rooftop of Glance Hotel
Time: 7:00pm until late
Dress Code: Smart casual – you do you!
Let’s raise a glass (or two) and officially kick off the celebrations with rooftop views over Florence.
☀️ Wednesday, 30th July
Pool Day
A relaxed day to unwind, top up your tan, and enjoy some downtime before the big day.
No fixed plans — just sunshine, good vibes, and maybe a spritz or two.
💍 Thursday, 31st July
The Wedding Day
It’s here – and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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Pick-up: 1:20pm from The Glance Hotel
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Transport: Two coaches have been arranged – you’ve been assigned a specific one, so please arrive with plenty of time
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Venue: Our wedding venue in the Tuscan countryside
🚌 Return journey: Coaches will depart the venue at 12:30am
to take everyone back to The Glance Hotel.
🍷 Friday, 1st August
Wine Window Tour – A Hidden Florence Experience
Join us for a truly special afternoon exploring Florence through its historic buchette del vino - tiny wine windows that tell a fascinating story of the city’s past.
This guided walking tour will take you through the heart of Florence with four curated tasting stops along the way. While we’ll pass by iconic landmarks, the focus is on the city’s hidden charm and the unique story behind these little windows.
🕓 Time: 4:30pm start
📍 Meeting point: To be confirmed on the Tuesday but will only
be a few minute walk from the hotel
We’ve covered the cost of the wine tastings and tour, it’s our treat! 🍷
All you need to bring is yourself, good vibes, and maybe a bit of suncream.
Please let us know if you’d like to join, as we’ll need to confirm numbers with the guide in advance.
👟 What to bring:
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Comfortable walking shoes
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Sun protection
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A small bottle of water
This is a relaxed and joyful way to spend the afternoon - discovering the spirit of Florence, one glass at a time.
Non-alcoholic drinks are available too!
👋 Saturday, 2nd August
Farewells & Departure Day
All good things must come to an end, but not without one last coffee, a final stroll, or a quiet moment to soak up Florence.
There are no scheduled events today, so you’re free to enjoy the city at your own pace, do some last-minute shopping, or simply relax before heading off.
We’ll be around for hugs, goodbyes, and reminiscing, so if you’re still in town, don’t be a stranger!
Thank you for being part of such a special week.
when & where
We are getting married on Thursday 31st July 2025.
You are invited to spend 5 days with us in Florence, Italy from Monday 28th July to Saturday 2nd August 2025
Flights
Option 1
Flying direct to Florence (FLR):
You can catch direct flights from major London airports (Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted) to Florence's Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR). It’s the quickest way to get right into the city.
The T2 tram line connects Florence Airport to the Santa Maria Novella train station in the centre of Florence. The tram ride takes about 20 minutes, and the trams run frequently throughout the day.
Option 2
Flying to Pisa (PSA): Another option is to fly into Pisa International Airport (PSA). Pisa is well-connected to London airports and only about an hour's train ride from Florence.
The PisaMover connects Pisa Airport to Pisa Centrale, the main train station in the city center. The journey takes approximately 5-8 minutes, and the shuttle runs every 5-10 minutes from early morning until late at night. Once in Pisa Centrale, you can hop on a train to Florence: there is an average of one train every hour, with a travel time ranging from 50 minutes, to 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are direct bus services that connect Pisa Airport to Florence, which can be a convenient option if you prefer not to take a train. These take between 70 - 90 minutes.
What are we doing?
We will be going with Option 1.
We are flying with Vueling (owned by BA)
Outbound
Monday 28th July 2025
London Gatwick -> Florence
09:00h -> 12:20
VY6205
Return
Saturday 02 August 2025
Florence Italy -> London Gatwick
17:45 -> 19.10
VY6208
Accommodation
We will be staying at the wonderful Hotel Glance in the center of Florence, which features a fantastic rooftop pool and bar that overlooks the city and has an amazing sunset view.
We would encourage our guests to stay at Hotel Glance, as this will be the pick-up location on the wedding day. That said, there are multiple other venues near by.
Accommodation for July/August 2025 is now open
Please note, only guests of Hotel Glance will be able to use the rooftop pool.
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