Paige & Sawyer
July Seventh, Two Thousand Twenty Seven
Castello di Cafaggio
Tuscany, Italy
A LOVE STORY IN TUSCANY
Are Getting Married.
July 7, 2027
We're trading ordinary for unforgettable and saying "I do" beneath the Tuscan sun.
Join us at Castello di Cafaggio, a 14th-century castle nestled among vineyards, olive groves, and rolling hills, as we celebrate the beginning of our next chapter with the people who mean the world to us.
We hope you'll turn this into more than a wedding weekend. Wander through Italy, linger over long dinners, raise a few Aperol Spritzes, and share in a celebration we'll remember forever.
Everything you need to plan your journey begins here.
P.S.
Your official invitation and RSVP will arrive soon. Think of this as your excuse to start dreaming, and maybe book those flights before everyone else does.
Two Days in Tuscany.
THE EVENTS
MONDAY • JULY 6TH
Welcome Party
The perfect excuse to arrive a little early. Join us for relaxed drinks, beautiful views, and your first taste of Tuscany. No formal schedule, no speeches, just an evening spent getting to know one another before the celebration begins.
TUESDAY · JULY 7
Wedding Day
Our wedding day unfolds beneath the Tuscan sky with an outdoor ceremony, cocktails, dinner, and dancing late into the evening. Set against the backdrop of Castello di Cafaggio, we can't imagine a better place to celebrate with all of you.
P.S.
Since you're crossing an ocean anyway, stay a little longer. Tuscany was never meant to be rushed, and we've put together a guide below with some of our favorite places to explore.
STAY WELL
Where to Rest.
We've selected a handful of places we genuinely love, all within fifteen minutes of Castello di Cafaggio. Staying nearby means less time on winding country roads and more time enjoying long dinners, late-night conversations, and every moment of the celebration.
AGRITURISMO INALBI
Closest to Castle
The most authentic countryside experience. Stone farmhouses, olive trees, homemade breakfasts, and the feeling that you've stumbled upon a place locals hoped you'd never find.
HOTEL VILLA CESI RESORT & SPA
Spa & Resort
If you're turning this wedding into a proper Tuscan escape, this is it. Spend the morning by the pool, the afternoon exploring wine country, and the evening celebrating with us.
RELAIS VILLA OLMO
Boutique Luxury
Elegant rooms, vineyard views, and the kind of place that makes every morning coffee feel cinematic.
LA QUERCIA ESTATE
Perfect for Groups
Traveling with family or friends? This private estate offers space to spread out while still keeping everyone together.
P.S.
Book early. These are intimate properties, and July is one of Tuscany's busiest seasons. Staying nearby means more time soaking in the celebration and far less time driving back and forth from Florence.
LOGISTICS
Getting Around
THE AIRPORTS
Florence (FLR) The closest at 30 min. Smaller airport, easier vibe.
Pisa (PSA) About 1 hour out. Usually has more direct options from the US via Europe.
Rome (FCO)About 3 hours. Worth it if you want to tack on a few days in Rome. Highly recommended, honestly. Train from here to Florence.
PASSPORT
US citizens don't need a visa for Italy under 90 days, but your passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months past your travel dates.
Go check right now. We'll be here.
DATA & SIM
Grab an eSIM before you leave if you’re phone isn’t leased and you own it. Either WindTre or Vodafone. Both easy setup, solid coverage, and you'll want data for Google Maps the second you get on those countryside roads.
T-Mobile, Verizon AT&T also work well internationally if you already have them, you just need an international plan.
GET A RENTAL CAR
Not optional if you're staying in the countryside. Taxis don't really exist out here.
Book an automatic early - Europe runs on manual and automatics go fast for American drivers.
Avoid ZTL zones in Florence city center. The cameras are real and the fines will find you at home.
EUROS & CARDS
Italy is Euro territory. Tell your bank before you leave. Keep some cash for small spots that don't do cards, especially out in the countryside.
JET LAG IS REAL
Italy is CEST UTC+2 in July. Six hours ahead of Eastern, nine ahead of Pacific.
Arrive a couple days early. Reset. Explore. The jet lag becomes part of the atmosphere if you let it.
LA DOLCE VITA
The Aesthetic
We invite you to dress for a summer evening in the Tuscan countryside. Think timeless silhouettes, beautiful tailoring, flowing fabrics, and understated elegance. Rich earth tones, soft neutrals, olive greens, deep blues, warm burgundies, and muted florals all feel perfectly at home beneath the castle walls.
Leave the black tie rules behind—we're after effortless sophistication with a distinctly Italian point of view.
LOGISTICS
Questions, answered.
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Early 2027, with your official RSVP, full event details, and everything else. This page is just the early drop so you can get ahead of flights and accommodation before everyone else figures it out.
P.S. SUMMER FLIGHTS TO EUROPE GO EARLY. DON'T SLEEP ON IT.
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Think elevated, not stuffy. Linen suits, tailored trousers, blazers for the guys. Midi and maxi dresses, sleek jumpsuits, anything that looks like you tried without looking like you tried too hard. It's a Tuscan castle in July, lean into the moment. The cobblestone paths are beautiful and uneven, so if you're wearing heels, bring a backup pair of flats or wedges you can actually walk in.
P.S. WARM TONES, NEUTRAL LINENS, FLORALS. NOT WHITE. YOU KNOW THE ONE.
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Hot. Like, actually hot. Tuscany in July runs around 90°F (32°C) during the day with warm evenings around 70°F (21°C). The ceremony and dinner are mostly outdoors. Dress for it. A light layer for late night is never a bad call.
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Book yourself using our list as there are no official blocks. More flexibility for you, but it also means no one's holding rooms. Move on it when you're ready to commit to coming.
P.S. TRAVELING WITH A GROUP? LA QUERCIA ESTATE HAS MULTI-ROOM OPTIONS. WORTH LOOKING INTO EARLY.
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Not at all. But learning a few words genuinely makes the trip better, people appreciate it. "Grazie" (thank you), "per favore" (please), "un cafe, per favore" (a coffee please), and "il conto" (the check) will carry you almost everywhere. Most places in the Florence area have English, but deeper in the countryside, effort counts for a lot.
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Note them on your RSVP when invitations go out, the caterers will be on it. Tuscan food is naturally great for vegetarian and gluten-friendly diets. You will be fed, and fed well.
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Yes. The venue is in the hills, ride shares don't really exist out there, and you don't want to be problem-solving logistics at the end of a great night. Having a car means total freedom to come when you want, leave when you're ready, and explore Tuscany on your own timeline. If driving abroad feels like a lot, coordinate with someone at your hotel. Split it.
P.S. BOOK AN AUTOMATIC. MANUAL TRANSMISSION IS A WHOLE OTHER CONVERSATION YOU DON'T NEED TO HAVE IN ITALY.
WHILE YOU’RE THERE
Make the most of it.
You're flying across an ocean. Stay longer.
Here's where to start.
30 MIN AWAY
Florence
The Uffizi, the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio and also the back-street trattorias nobody puts on a list, the leather market at San Lorenzo, and an espresso standing at a bar with no English menu.
OBVIOUSLY
Chianti Wineries
You are literally in wine country. Book a vineyard tour. Drink Chianti Classico where it was born. There is no better version of this experience anywhere else on earth. Do it.
DAY TRIP
Siena
A medieval hill town frozen mid-century. The Piazza del Campo is one of the best public squares in Europe. Go in the morning. Beat the heat and the crowds.
BEST ADVICE
Get Lost
Rent the car, pick a direction, drive until something looks interesting. Eat wherever smells good. Stop at every viewpoint. This is the Tuscan countryside. You genuinely cannot do it wrong.
RIGHT OUTSIDE
Impruneta & Chianti
You're literally in it. Drive through Chianti's vineyard roads, wander Impruneta's market square, stop whenever the view looks good. It always does.
DAY TRIP
San Gimignano
Thirteen medieval towers, a tiny wine-stained square, and an internationally award-winning gelato spot. The drive through the hills is half the point.