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Nestled in the golden hills of Tuscany, La Commenda Concordia set the stage for a three-day celebration woven with charm and character. From sunlit espresso mornings to barefoot dancing under the stars, every moment embraced a spirit of ease and delight. Long tables stretched beneath cypress trees, where laughter lingered late into the evening and time seemed to slow.
Inspired by the whimsical elegance of The Grand Budapest Hotel, the weekend blended imagination with tradition—room key placeholders adorned dinner tables, pastel umbrellas swayed over lingering conversations, and Polina’s vision of soft pinks and ivory florals tied every detail together with understated grace.
Polina spent the morning wrapped in stillness, as the villa slowly stirred to life around her. She slipped into a sculptural Vivienne Westwood gown—its silhouette sharp yet romantic—and stepped into soft ivory Jimmy Choos. Her look was thoughtful and distinctive, modern with a nod to the classic. In the gentle light, everything about her felt quietly luminous.
Photographed by Antonova Kseniya
As the sun began to set, the ceremony unfolded on the stone steps of the old Tuscan church, framed by lush florals in shades of blush and ivory. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from the florals lining the aisle to the elegant backdrop that perfectly complemented the rustic charm of the setting. Polina walked toward Aleksandr, her presence radiant in the golden light.
When their eyes met, all nerves disappeared, replaced by pure joy. The vows they exchanged were simple yet deeply meaningful, capturing the essence of their bond. Guests later remarked that it was one of the most heartfelt ceremonies they had ever witnessed—intimate, personal, and filled with emotion.
The celebration continued in front of the villa, where the same lush florals carried the story forward. A live Italian band serenaded the evening with classic melodies while guests danced beneath the open sky.
Polina changed into a playful Clio Peppiatt dress, shimmering as she and Aleksandr shared their first dance alone under twinkling lights—then welcomed everyone to join in, turning the moment into something unforgettable.
For dessert, the couple decorated their own millefoglie cake with fresh berries—laughter and sticky fingers included. But it was the spontaneous midnight pool jump that sealed the day with joy and exhilaration.