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Bride and groom pour espresso martinis into a champagne tower during their Villa Olimpia reception

A Tuscan Garden Wedding with Espresso Martinis and Gelato After Dark

Photographed by Sophie Häusler Photography

Jean and Ben, a couple from Australia, hosted their destination wedding at Villa Olimpia in the hills of Tuscany. With just 16 guests in attendance, the day was designed to feel relaxed, intimate, and entirely personal.

Bride and groom pose in a sunlit floral aisle surrounded by cypress trees at Villa Olimpia

The ceremony took place in the villa’s garden, where wooden chairs were arranged beneath the trees. White flowers framed the space, creating a minimalist but intentional setting for the couple’s vows. “The intimate setup allowed everyone to feel deeply connected to the moment,” said photographer Sophie Häusler, who captured the day.

Aerial view of the intimate outdoor wedding ceremony space at Villa Olimpia with white floral décor and curved chair setup.
Aerial view of Villa Olimpia nestled in Tuscan countryside with pool and gardens
Just married couple walk through a shower of white confetti down the floral aisle at Villa Olimpia

Jean wore an off-the-shoulder satin gown with a long train and a row of buttons down the back. Ben opted for a classic black tux with a bow tie. After the ceremony, guests tossed white confetti as the couple made their exit down a petal-strewn aisle—one of the most joyful moments of the day.

Bride holding bouquet and gazing out the window before the ceremony at Villa Olimpia
Close-up of white floral arrangements and scattered petals lining the aisle at Villa Olimpia
Bride and groom cutting a strawberry tart surrounded by white flowers and candles at Villa Olimpia.
Bride wearing the groom’s jacket as they laugh together in the olive grove at Villa Olimpia.
Groom stands confidently in arched doorway of Villa Olimpia before the ceremony
Close-up of bride’s off-shoulder gown and buttons down the back at Villa Olimpia
Bride and groom pouring dark cocktails into coupe glasses tied with white ribbons at Villa Olimpia.
Elegant wedding reception table at Villa Olimpia with white flowers, tall candles, and string lights against a rustic stone wall.

Dinner was held in the villa’s courtyard, with a single long table set under string lights. The tablescape was simple but elevated, with white linen, gold flatware, and low arrangements of cream-toned flowers. A small string ensemble played as guests took their seats.

Close-up of elegant satin bridal heels with bows resting on striped green carpet.
Elegant place setting with floral menu card and gold cutlery at Villa Olimpia wedding reception.
Tower of espresso martinis tied with white bows during the reception at Villa Olimpia

Instead of a cake, Jean and Ben poured an Espresso Martini tower as their evening centrepiece—a playful and polished alternative that suited the tone of the day. Later in the evening, guests were treated to a vintage gelato cart, styled with candles and florals for a late-night dessert moment that felt relaxed but still thought-through.

Bride and groom enjoy gelato under candlelight at a vintage cart during Villa Olimpia wedding

Wedding team

PHOTOGRAPHY: @sophiehaeusler

VENUE: @villaolimpiatoscana

VIDEOGRAPHER: @threeseconds_film

FLORIST: @stiatti_fiori_

DRESS: @maison.oui

HAIR & MAKEUP: @samanthapretto_hair_and_makeup

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