The Villa from Emily in Paris — and What It Really Takes to Plan a Wedding or Event at La Posta Vecchia with a Wedding Planner
- Gaea.Design
- Dec 22, 2025
- 3 min read
You may have recently seen this villa on Netflix.
With the latest season of Emily in Paris, La Posta Vecchia has captured global attention — and instantly found its way onto countless wedding wishlists.
But what does it actually take to plan a wedding at one of Italy’s most historic and iconic villas La Posta Vecchia?
As wedding planners and designers who have worked at La Posta Vecchia, we’re taking you beyond the screen — into the real considerations that matter.
Why La Posta Vecchia is not a “typical” wedding venue
La Posta Vecchia is far more than a beautiful backdrop.
It is a cultural monument, a former Roman villa, and a place layered with history, art, and architectural restraint — combined with a level of hospitality that is exceptionally refined.
What sets this location apart is not only its heritage, but also the extraordinary standard of service and the way events are executed with discretion, precision, and deep respect for the property.
Planning a wedding here means working within a living ecosystem:
design must enhance, not compete with the architecture
logistics must respect both the building and its daily hotel operations
coordination requires close collaboration with on-site teams
every decision needs cultural and contextual sensitivity
One of our greatest advantages when working at La Posta Vecchia is an established relationship with the venue’s management and staff. Mutual trust, direct communication, and shared standards allow for smoother coordination, realistic timelines, and solutions that would otherwise not be possible. Fluent Italian communication is essential in this context — not only linguistically, but culturally. Understanding nuances, expectations, and local working rhythms makes a tangible difference when orchestrating complex, multi-layered events at historic Italian properties.
The realities couples don’t see on screen
What a Netflix series doesn’t show:
strict access and setup schedules
preservation rules for historic interiors!
supplier coordination under heritage constraints
guest flow planning across indoor & outdoor spaces
sound, lighting, and installation limitations
These are not obstacles — but they require experience and precision.
Design philosophy: restraint over decoration
One of the most common mistakes at historic venues is over-styling.
Our approach:
letting materials, proportions, and light lead
working with muted palettes and tactile textures
designing florals as accents, not statements
translating the venue into a contemporary celebration
A place like this doesn’t need more beauty — it needs understanding.
La Posta Vecchia Wedding Planner — What Experience Really Means
Many couples discover La Posta Vecchia through the series.Very few planners understand how it actually functions as a wedding venue.
Having worked here allows us to:
anticipate logistical challenges early
collaborate efficiently with local partners
design concepts that respect the villa’s rhythm
avoid costly last-minute compromises
This is where planning moves from inspiration to execution.
Beyond one venue: finding the right partner for your wedding
While La Posta Vecchia has recently captured global attention, it is only one example of what thoughtful, experience-led wedding planning can look like.
Many couples come to us because they have discovered a location through a series, a photograph, or a story — but are unsure how to turn that first spark into a well-executed celebration.
Our role goes far beyond planning a single venue.
We work with couples who:
are still searching for the right location in Italy or elsewhere in Europe
are drawn to historic, character-rich venues rather than generic settings
value design, structure, and calm coordination over trends
want a partner who can guide them from the very first decision
Whether your journey begins with a villa you’ve already fallen in love with —or with a feeling you’re trying to translate into the right place —we act as both strategic planners and creative designers, helping you find, shape, and execute a wedding that truly fits.
From venue sourcing and concept development to full planning and on-site coordination, our work is defined by:
deep local knowledge
trusted relationships across Europe
cultural and linguistic fluency
and a design approach rooted in place, proportion, and intention
If you are looking for a wedding planner who understands not only how weddings look —but how they work —we would be delighted to be your partner, at La Posta Vecchia or wherever your story leads.
Much love, Tamara & Tiziana
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