Wednesday, 7th October 2026

Annie & Michael's Wedding

Villa Regina Teodolinda  ·  Lake Como · Italy · 2026

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Our story

Our forever begins here ~ Amore

We met as university friends and fell in love somewhere between law school chaos, silly jokes and long conversations that never seemed to end. Eleven years later, not much has changed — we still make each other laugh every day and continue to grow side by side. This October, we feel incredibly grateful to gather our closest loved ones in Lake Como to celebrate this beautiful next chapter with us.

Villa Regina Teodolinda, Lake Como — watercolour illustration
Tuesday 6 October

🥂 Arrive in Lake Como & Welcome Dinner

Relais Villa Vittoria · Lake Como

3:00 pm
Hotel check-in Settle in and enjoy the lake views
5:30 pm
Rehearsal (select guests)
7:00 pm
Welcome dinner Casual poolside pizza party
10:00 pm
Evening concludes Rest up — the big day is tomorrow
Dress code: Smart casual. Elegant separates, a midi dress, or tailored trousers with a blouse are all accepted for ladies, while gentlemen may opt for dress trousers and a collared shirt or blazer — think polished but relaxed. Lake evenings can be cool in October; a wrap or light jacket is recommended.

✦ Click here for some inspiration
Wednesday 7 October

💍 Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Villa Regina Teodolinda · Lake Como

1:30 pm
⛵ Boat ride (optional) Departing from Relais Villa Vittoria and arriving at the wedding in style
3:00 pm
Guests arrive Please be seated by 3:15 pm
3:30 pm
Ceremony Ceremony in the villa gardens
4:00 pm
Aperitivo Cocktails, canapés & views of the lake
5:30 pm
Reception dinner Seated dinner, speeches & dancing
10:00 pm
Formalities end and the After-party begins! Until late
Dress code: Black tie optional. Long gowns and tuxedos are always wonderful, and dark suits are equally welcome. We'd also never say no to bow-ties for the gentlemen! The ceremony is outdoors on grass — block heels or heel stoppers are recommended. The reception will also be outdoors, but not on grass.

✦ Click here for some inspiration
Thursday 8 October

🌅 Recovery Breakfast & Farewells

Relais Villa Vittoria · Lake Como

8:30 am
Breakfast at Relais Villa Vittoria (optional) Provided by the hotel until 10:30 am
11:30 am
Hotel check-out
12:00 pm
Farewell & safe travels! Until next time!
Dress code: Come as you are. Casual and comfortable — no rules, no fuss. Wear whatever makes you happy.
Getting here — By Air

Flying into Italy

For all guests flying in for the wedding — here's everything you need to know about which airport to choose and how far each one is from Laglio. All require a private transfer or taxi to reach Laglio — we strongly recommend booking in advance.

Entry requirements 🇦🇺 🇺🇸 No visa required — both Australian and US passport holders can enter Italy visa-free for up to 90 days. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your return date. Note that ETIAS — a new EU pre-travel authorisation — is due to launch Q4 2026 and may apply by October. Learn more →

LIN

Milan Linate

Distance · Transfer

~55 km  ·  ~1.5 hrs

Best for

European connections

BGY

Bergamo Orio al Serio

Distance · Transfer

~70 km  ·  ~1.5–2 hrs

Best for

Budget airlines (Ryanair, easyJet)

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Important · Note for guests flying from Australia

Due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we recommend choosing flights that avoid transits or layovers in active conflict zones. The Australian Government's Smartraveller guidance specifically advises that its 'Do Not Travel' advice applies to transit and layovers in affected locations — even if you don't plan to leave the airport. Please check your itinerary carefully before booking.

Read the Smartraveller advice
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By train

A scenic option from MXP — allow around 2–2.5 hrs including connections.

Step 1 · ~50 min

🚆 Malpensa Express

MXP Airport → Milano Centrale

Step 2 · ~40 min

🚉 Trenord Regional

Milano Centrale → Como San Giovanni

Step 3 · ~20–30 min

🚕 Taxi or transfer

Como San Giovanni → Laglio

✦ Laglio, Lake Como

You've arrived

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Transfers

A private door-to-door transfer is the easiest and most relaxing option. We recommend booking well in advance as demand is high around Lake Como in autumn. Here are a few English-speaking operators:

  • Blacklane — international platform with professional, English-speaking drivers. Fixed prices, meet & greet at arrivals. blacklane.com
  • Bellagio Taxi — offers reliable Lake Como transfers from all Milan airports with English-speaking drivers known for punctual, seamless service. bellagiotaxi.com
  • Varenna Transfers — comfortable, stress-free Lake Como transfers with friendly English-speaking drivers and a reputation for dependable, personalised service. varennatransfers.com

Honeymoon fund

Help us get away ✈️

We truly feel so lucky to have you join us in Italy. If you'd like to give something to mark the occasion, we have a honeymoon fund (aka gelato and tiramisu fund...) below. Please do not feel any obligation. Your presence at our wedding means everything to us and no gift is expected.

Coming Soon
Group Chat
The link will be shared closer to the date

Not on WhatsApp? You can also reach us or our wedding planner directly by email.

Annie & Michael

annieandmichaelwedding@gmail.com

Veronica · Wedding Planner

veronica@intimateweddingscomo.com

Each event has its own dress code. The Welcome Dinner is smart casual — think elegant separates, midi dresses for ladies and dress trousers and a collared shirt or blazer for gentlemen. The Wedding is black tie optional — long gowns and tuxedos are always wonderful, though dark suits and formal separates are equally welcome. The Farewell Brunch is casual — come as you are and enjoy the morning in comfort. A note on footwear: the wedding ceremony is outdoors on grass, so block heels or heel stoppers are highly recommended. The reception will also be held outdoors, so do plan accordingly.

Due to the intimate size of both venues, we're only able to accommodate guests named on the invitation. If you have any questions, please reach out directly and we'll do our best to help.

Yes, children are very welcome — we'd love to have your little ones join us! Please just let us know when you RSVP so we can make sure we're well prepared for all our guests, big and small.

Lake Como in early October is typically mild and beautiful — expect around 15–20°C during the day, dropping to 10–12°C in the evenings. A wrap or shawl for after dinner is a very good idea.

Guests staying at Relais Villa Vittoria (our organised accommodation) are in luck — the wedding venue is just a one-minute walk away. If you've chosen to book your own accommodation, you'll need to arrange your own transport to Villa Regina Teodolinda. We recommend booking a private transfer in advance, as taxis can be limited in the area. More details will be shared via the group chat closer to the date.

Please RSVP by Sunday 19th July 2026 . Please include details of your dietary requirements and any access or mobility needs so we can plan accordingly.

Your presence in Italy with us is truly the greatest gift. That said, if you'd like to give something, we do have a a honeymoon fund to help us celebrate our first adventures as a married couple. Visit the Registry page for all the details. No gift is ever expected, and please don't feel any obligation at all.

Yes, please do! We'd absolutely love to see your photos and videos if you're happy to take them — feel free to share anything you capture over the weekend. That said, there will be certain moments during the ceremony where we'd love guests to be fully present, and we'll gently let you know on the day when those times are. Outside of those moments, phones and cameras are very much welcome. Our photographer will be capturing everything beautifully throughout.

We're so excited about this one! On the wedding day, we'll be hosting an optional one-hour boat ride around Lake Como, departing from Relais Villa Vittoria at approximately 1:30 pm and arriving back before the ceremony commences at 3 pm — a rather beautiful way to make an entrance.

Our vessel is the "Freccia dell'Isola" and has an al fresco and covered seating area. Please note that there will be no alcohol or smoking permitted on the boat ride.

As for the water conditions — Lake Como in early October is generally calm, however there may be some windy days causing choppier waters. If you're prone to motion sickness, we'd suggest bringing suitable medication. In the unlikely event of poor weather conditions, the boat trip will be cancelled.

Please do let us know on your RSVP if you'd like to join so we can make sure we have the right capacity planned.

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Sketch by our beautiful bridesmaid Erika 🤍

⛵ Lake Como boat ride

Before the ceremony, we're planning an optional one-hour boat ride around the lake, departing from Relais Villa Vittoria at approx. 1:30 pm and arriving at the wedding venue in style. Let us know if you'd like to join!

🎵 Song request

Tell us what will get you on the dance floor — or a track you'd love to hear during the ceremony or dinner.

Thank you!

We've received your RSVP and can't wait to celebrate with you on Lake Como.
We'll be in touch closer to the date with all the details.