Here to bring
your once-in-a-lifetime celebration to life
Successful Wedding and Event Design is Rooted in Intentional Details and Unique Design Stories
We believe
OUR PHILOSOPHY and design approach
We believe that the most meaningful weddings begin with truly understanding your vision, learning your story, how you met, and the inspirations you love. This personal insight allows us to craft celebrations that reflect who you are as a couple while creating an experience your guests will remember long after the last dance.
From florals and linens to your attire and the cuisine you share, each choice becomes part of a unique design story. But design is only half of what makes a wedding exceptional. The other half is experience, how it feels for you to move through your day fully present, and how it feels for your guests to be part of something that honors connection, beauty, and the joy of gathering.
We think about guest flow, seating arrangements that spark conversation, timing that allows for meaningful moments, and those intentional pauses that make celebrations feel unhurried and warm. Your guests' comfort and enjoyment are as important to us as the design details. Because the most beautiful weddings are those where everyone, you and the people you love, feels welcomed, cared for, and able to be fully present in the celebration.
Experiences are in the details
We believe
OUR PHILOSOPHY
My approach to weddings is shaped by where I come from.
Growing up along the shores of Lake Como, I was surrounded by centuries of artistic tradition, architectural beauty, and an innate understanding that true luxury is never ostentatious; it's refined, intentional, and deeply personal. The villas, the gardens, the way light falls across ancient stone at golden hour.... These became my earliest lessons in design.
But it was my years working behind the scenes in luxury venues and catering that taught me what truly makes a wedding exceptional. While others see the finished product, I understand the intricate mechanics beneath it, the logistics, the timing, the careful orchestration required to make everything appear effortless.
Working within venue operations taught me to think like an operator, not just a designer. I learned how to read Banquet Event Orders critically, understanding what's included versus what will cost extra. I developed an instinct for timing, knowing how long setup actually takes, when vendors need access, and where delays typically occur.
This operational expertise means I ask different questions when touring venues with clients. I look at spaces through multiple lenses: aesthetic potential, yes, but also logistical reality. Can this catering handle your menu? Does this timeline allow adequate setup? Will this layout create guest flow issues? Simply, my background allows me to protect you from commitments that look beautiful but might execute poorly.
Born in Switzerland, Raised on Lake Como, Creating from California
Valentina
CIAO, PIACERE DI CONOSCERTI!
At VWE, we believe a beautifully designed wedding must always be paired with flawless execution to become a truly memorable celebration. Design without structure is merely a concept. Structure without artistry is merely function. When both exist in harmony, something extraordinary happens, a wedding that feels both effortless and intentional, where every detail serves the larger vision and guests leave with a sense they've experienced something rare.
OUR approach
Venue & Catering
Expertise
Design Sensibility
European Perspective
This insider knowledge means:
- Identifying potential challenges during venue tours that others miss
- Building realistic timelines that account for operational realities
- Your venue and vendors respect and trust our process because it's rooted in real experience
Our aesthetic is informed by:
- European architecture and centuries of artistic tradition
- The couture influence of Milan's fashion scene
- California's natural beauty and relaxed sophistication
- A deep respect for craftsmanship and quality materials
Gathering is at the heart of Valentina's culture. In Europe, celebrations are not rushed, they unfold over courses, conversations, and carefully considered moments. This philosophy shapes how we approach your wedding timeline, guest experience, and the overall rhythm of your day.
must always be paired
to become
a memorable event
A PARTNERSHIP BUILT ON TRUST
HOW WE WORK
What you can expect:
- Clear, proactive communication at every stage
- Structured planning with beautiful organization
- Honest guidance rooted in experience
- Creative solutions to complex challenges
- Complete transparency with budgets and timelines
- A warm relationship built on mutual respect
VWE takes on a limited number of weddings each year; we believe exceptional work requires focused attention. When you work with VWE, you're not one of many, you're one of the few, and that distinction shapes everything about our experience together.
Personal Design Stories
Modern Timelessness Over Trends
WE can't get enough of
what drives and inspires us
Understated
Luxury
Italy
Haute Couture
Art
European
Flair
Our couples are discerning, design-conscious, and value a celebration that feels as effortless as it is beautiful. Many are busy professionals, often with guests traveling from afar, who seek a planner with both creative vision and impeccable logistical expertise. They care deeply about guest experience, favor timeless elegance over fleeting trends, and appreciate the comfort of knowing every detail will be personally overseen. Whether hosting in Southern California or abroad, they are drawn to our boutique, high-touch approach, entrusting us to translate their story into a cohesive, intentional celebration that lingers in memory long after the last toast.
You care about timeless yet modern elegance, impeccable detail, and a celebration that feels like an experience.
our cOUPLES relish A High-touch planning for timeless, meaningful celebrations
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Integrity in Every Detail
Your trust is everything. We operate with complete transparency, from budget management to vendor recommendations.
Quality Over Quantity
We will never sacrifice the quality of our work to take on more weddings. Limited availability ensures exceptional results.
Timeless Over Trendy
We design weddings that will feel as beautiful in twenty years as they do today, classic foundations with contemporary refinement.
Experience-Driven Design
Every design decision considers not just aesthetics, but how it will feel for you and your guests to move through the space.
Collaboration, Not Dictation
This is your wedding, your story. Our role is to elevate your vision, not impose ours.
OUR
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