MAEVE and FRANK
- wedding project
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LocationCastello Del Solacium -
DataApril 29 and 30, and May 1-2, 2027 -
GuestsUp to 100 guests -
CeremonySymbolic Wedding Ceremony
OVERALL FEELING
Warm, romantic, and deeply Sicilian.
The couple’s celebration is shaped by the beauty of its surroundings: ancient stone, lush gardens, fig trees, and the soft glow of golden hour light create an atmosphere that feels timeless and authentic. Every detail is thoughtfully integrated into the setting, as if it has always belonged there rather than being brought in.
The overall aesthetic is abundant and full of life, yet effortless and refined.
Festive and joyful, it captures the spirit of the place, the season, and the couple’s unique story.
COLOR PALETTE
Two palettes working together:
- Sunset range: blush, apricot, coral, terracotta, dusty rose, wine, plum
- Garden/greenery: olive, moss, warm taupe, soft lavender, cream
The sunset palette is primary for florals and the overall feel. The garden palette provides grounding and contrast. Think of the colors in the sky in the images below: that transition from warm peach to deep plum is the reference point.
The garden palette below pulls from the actual setting at Castello: aged stone, wisteria, olive trees, the warm terracotta of the walls. Florals should feel like they grew there.
WEDDING VENDORS LIST & CONTACTS
1.Photographer:
Rosario Curia
Phone number:
Email:
Instagram _rosariocuria_
2.Catering
Valentino Catering
Contact person:
Phone number:
Email:
Instagram valentino_catering
3.MUA+Hair Artist
MUA
Ilaria via BLBS Mgmt
Phone number:
Email:
Hair
Valeria via BLBS Mgmt
Phone number:
Email:
4.Lighting & Sound
Luca Aliffi
Phone number:
Email:
5.Band
Swing 31
Phone number:
Email:
Instagram swing31_
6.DJ
Best friend
Phone number:
Email:
7.Transportation
Armando
Phone number:
Email:
2.Florist
VENUES
THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2027
- VENUE: to be confirmed
- Contact person:
- Phone number:
- Email:
FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 2027
- FIRST VENUE: Minareto Resort terrace (to be confirmed)
- Contact person:
- Phone number:
- Email:
- Guest number: 40 guests
- Info: Aperitivo.
- SECOND VENUE: Sicily Pizza (confirmed)
- Contact person:
- Phone number: +39 392 9659949
- Email: info@sicilypizzeria.it
- Adress: Via Cavour 67, Ortigia, Siracusa.
- Guest number: up to 100 guests
- Info: Dinner. Buffet-style.
- 4:30 PM – Sunset Aperitivo
- 6:30 PM – Transfer to Ortigia
- Evening – Pizza Party Dinner
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2027
- VENUE: to be confirmed
- Contact person:
- Phone number:
- Email:
WEDDING DAY
SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2027
- VENUE: Castello Del Solacium
- Contact person: Ilaria?
- Phone number: +39 0931 494029
- Email: info@solacium.it
- Adress: Contrada La Targia | 96100 Siracusa
- Guest number: up to 100 guests
TIMING
- 11:00 AM – Hair & Makeup Location: Romitorio Rooms Hair and makeup services begin for the bride and 10 guests, provided by Valeria and Ilaria (BLBS).
- Afternoon – Getting Ready & Photography. Getting ready continues while photography coverage begins with Rosario Curia.
- Late Afternoon – Wedding ceremony. Location: Castello del Solacium
- Following the Ceremony – Cocktail Hour
- Welcome drinks and passed appetizers.
- Aperitivo
- Evening – Dinner Reception
- Dancing & Party Location: Palmento Hall. DJ set hosted by Frank's best man.
- ZONE (to be confirmed)
- Concept:
- Catering:
- Entertainment Program:
- Music:
- Details:
- HISTORICAL GARDEN
- Concept:
- Atmosphere:
- Music: To be confirmed.
- Details:
- MEMORIES COURT
- Catering service:
- Atmosphere:
- Entertainment Program:
- Music:
- Details:
- TOWERS COURT
- Concept: imperial table/tables
- Catering service:
- Atmosphere:
- Entertainment Program:
- Lighting:
- Music:
- Details:
- ZONA
- Concept:
- Catering service:
- Atmosphere:
- Entertainment Program:
- Lighting:
- Music:
- Details:
- ZONA
- Concept:
- Catering service:
- Atmosphere:
- Entertainment Program:
- Lighting:
- Music:
- Details:
- Open Bar Area
- Lounge Area - relaxation and social space.
- Special Corners - food stations, bands scenes
- Technical / Service Areas– backstage, catering space, dj/band space, parking.
NEXT STEPS
- Signing the contract with OhmySicily
- Create a group via WhatsApp
- Collecting information about all existing and already-confirmed suppliers and vendors.
- Selecting the venue for the welcome dinner on Thursday the 29th, as well as choosing the florist, DJ, and any other suppliers that may be required.
- Assistance with room block arrangements at Ortea Palace.
- Conducting site inspections of all venues involved throughout the wedding celebrations.
- Creating the overall wedding framework, collecting all necessary information regarding documentation and payments.
- Preparing the guest schedule and timeline, as well as detailed timelines for all suppliers and vendors.
KEY DETAILS
HOTEL | BLOCK/DISCOUNT | RATE/DETAILS | NOTES |
Grand Hotel Ortigia | Block: 14 rooms | E290-700/night | Apr 30 - May 2; guests book directly; cut-off Jan 15, 2027 |
Hotel Gutkowski | Block: 8 rooms | E115/night | Apr 30 - May 3; guests book directly; cut-off Oct 31, 2026; request main building rooms |
Minaretto Resort | Discount code | ANELLO&WINTER (10%) | No block; Maeve & Frank staying here; Frank's parents also |
Maniace Boutique Hotel | 15% discount | Individual rate | Recommended option, guests book directly |
Palazzo Salomone | 10% discount | Rates TBD | Rates publishing end of summer 2026 |
Ortea Palace (Marriott) | TBD | Proposal pending | Room block not yet confirmed; ongoing communication |
- Some ideas: peonies, orange blossom, narcissus, garden roses, ranunculus
- Greenery: olive branches, jasmine, basil, citrus accents
- Arrangements in ground urns at entrances; bud vases along dining tables; a few larger pieces at serving and dessert tables
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