A Rain-Kissed Tuscan Celebration at Belmond Castello di Casole
Photographed by Sophie Häusler
Set among rolling hills and olive groves, Belmond Castello di Casole became the dreamlike setting for Alex and Caroline’s intimate wedding in Tuscany. With just 20 of their closest friends and family, the American couple embraced the magic of the Italian countryside—and a surprise rainstorm that only made the day more cinematic.
The skies were overcast, and a steady mist settled over the landscape, lending the ceremony a quiet, almost filmic beauty. “To everyone’s surprise, it was a rainy day in Tuscany,” shared photographer Sophie Häusler. “Despite the weather, the love between Alex and Caroline shone brightly, warming the hearts of everyone present.” The ceremony took place beneath a delicate floral arch, the lush green hills behind them blurred with cloud and light, as the couple exchanged vows.
Caroline wore a softly structured, strapless gown with a flowing veil and sheer scarf detail—her look effortlessly graceful yet modern. “Her dress seemed to dance with every step,” Sophie noted. Meanwhile, Alex chose a classic suit in sage green, offset by a pair of sculptural rings that added subtle edge to his timeless look. The two shared quiet, tender moments under the veil, away from the rest of the world.
Dinner was served al fresco beneath the arches of a restored stone building, the long table styled with white roses, eucalyptus, and gold-trimmed charger plates. Guests gathered around candlelight as the evening unfolded with music, toasts, and laughter echoing through the valley.
This wedding wasn’t about grandeur—it was about presence. A celebration of slowness, intimacy, and the kind of beauty that doesn’t need sunshine to glow.
