Valentine and Vincent at sunset in the Italian hills

Valentine & Vincent

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11 · 09 · 2027 Mesagne · Lecce · Puglia
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The Wedding

11 September

Ceremony

Chiesa Matrice di Tutti i Santi Piazza IV Novembre 28, Mesagne

Reception

Chiostro dei Domenicani Via San Pietro in Lama 23, Lecce

Dress codeElegant and colourful. Please avoid white and beige, for women and men!

ShuttleStay in Lecce! Meet us at 14:00 at the Chiostro dei Domenicani car park. The shuttle leaves at 14:30 sharp for the church in Mesagne and brings everyone back to Lecce for the reception. Please be on time, the bus can't wait! We recommend staying in Lecce the night before and after.

Driving yourself?Mesagne is about 40 minutes from Lecce, and parking near the church is scarce. Come early: it’s also the perfect time to say hello to everyone and find a good seat.

Staying at the Chiostro?Please arrive by 13:30 to check in and leave your luggage. Your bags will be waiting in your room when you come back from the ceremony.

Meet at the Chiostro car park
Shuttle leaves for Mesagne, on time
Ceremony
Photos on the church square
Shuttle back to Lecce
Aperitivo
Dinner
Party

Chiostro

dei Domenicani

Via San Pietro in Lama 23 · Lecce

A cloister in the heart of Lecce's old town, built in the golden local stone. This is where we will celebrate with you, under the arches, from the aperitivo to the last dance.

1442Founded by a papal bull for the Dominican friars, fifty years before Columbus reached America.
40Pointed arches around the cloister, ten on each side, carved in golden Lecce stone.
XVThe frescoes on the walls are from the 1400s. Friars once walked these corridors in silence. We plan to dance in them.
Fuori le muraIt was built just outside Lecce's old city walls, which is why it is also called San Domenico fuori le mura.
Chiesa Matrice di Tutti i Santi, Mesagne
Mesagne · Chiesa Matrice4 pm sharp: for once, the bride won’t be late!
Porta Napoli, the old city gate of Lecce
Lecce · Porta NapoliOur favourite places in Puglia →

Travel

getting to Puglia

Fly into Brindisi if you can: it's the closest airport to both the church and the reception. The other option is Bari. We'd suggest arriving a few days early: flights sometimes get cancelled, so it takes the stress off, and you'll have time to discover this beautiful region.

BDSBrindisi airport. About 20 minutes to Mesagne, 40 to Lecce.
BRIBari airport. About 2 hours to Lecce by car or train.
ShuttleNo car needed on the day. The shuttle leaves from Lecce to the church and brings everyone back to Lecce for the reception.

From Brindisi airport to Lecce

Rental car35–40 min. Sixt, Hertz, Europcar and others are right at the airport. Ideal if you want to explore Puglia too. We usually book on rentalcars.com.
Direct busAbout 40 min, around €6.50, to Lecce City Terminal. The simplest and cheapest option.
Taxi or transfer35–40 min, about €80–110 per car. Most comfortable, and easy to share.

Typical weather in mid-September

26°morning
29°afternoon
22°evening

Usually sunny, a short shower is possible. The sea is still around 25°: bring light clothes, sunglasses and a light layer for the evening.

Puglia is still very popular at the end of summer: book your trip early for the best prices and more choice.

Our Story

Amsterdam

It was on 17 May 2025, at the botanical garden in Amsterdam, a few minutes after filming the little video below in the butterfly greenhouse, that Vincent asked me to marry him. Not in front of a crowd like in the American movies, that’s really not our thing! We found a quieter spot, just the two of us, and that’s where he asked me and I said yes!

Now we want to say it again in front of everyone we love, in Puglia, among olive trees, golden stone and the soft September light. And if you're reading this, it's simply because we love you, and this day wouldn't be the same without you.

Valentine and Vincent in Amsterdam
Valentine smiling with a glass of winethe ring!

Us

a few favourites
Valentine and Vincent at a rugby match
Valentine and Vincent with a dog
Valentine in the butterfly greenhouse in Amsterdam
Valentine and Vincent at the Acropolis
Valentine and Vincent by a lake in Ireland

It all began in Ireland, in a little house that was far from perfect. The day I walked through its door, everything changed: that’s where I met the love of my life. We spent our first five years together in Ireland, and we have never been apart since.

Puglia

our favourite places

Here is where we would send our best friends: the towns we love, where to eat, where to have a drink, where to sleep, where to unwind, and what not to miss.

The sea at sunset in Puglia

Puglia lives by the sea. The nearest beaches are about twenty minutes from Lecce, so pack your swimsuit and stay a few extra days.

Where to eat, drink, sleep and swim

RSVP

will you be there?

Tell us if you are coming, who is coming with you, any allergies or food restrictions, how you like your drinks, and if you need help finding somewhere to stay. Please reply before 31 December 2026.

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Honeymoon

where should we go?

Your presence is the best gift of all. We don’t need anything for the house, but if you would like to spoil us, help us live our dream honeymoon! We haven’t chosen where yet: a road trip across the United States, Mexico and Peru, New Zealand and Australia… or maybe your idea? If you feel like it, tell us where you would send us (and why!) in the RSVP form. We promise to come back with the stories (and the photos!).

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Valentine and Vincent kissing on a windy beach

Q&A

good to know
When do we need to reply?

Please reply before 31 December 2026, so we can count everyone.

Can I bring someone?

Your invitation already includes everyone who is invited with you. Please check it, and don’t add anyone else.

Are children welcome?

Absolutely! If they’re invited, they’re already included in your invitation.

Where can I park?

At the Chiostro in Lecce, there’s plenty of free parking right next to the entrance. In Mesagne, parking near the church is very tricky: tickets, fines and lost time. It happened to Valentine! If you’re not from the area, take our shuttle from Lecce.

Are the venues wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both the church and the Chiostro. We recommend the shuttle from Lecce to avoid the parking hassle in Mesagne.

What should I wear?

Whatever makes you feel good and comfortable. It’s a wedding, so let’s stay elegant: fancy and colourful is perfect. Please avoid white and beige, for women and men alike, no discrimination here!

Which shoes should I wear (or avoid)?

Ladies, leave the stilettos at home, really! There’s a lot of lawn and uneven ground, so choose block heels or sandals. No ruined shoes, no twisted ankles.

What will the weather be like?

Welcome to southern Italy! Expect warm, sunny days, often between 26 and 32 °C, with pleasant evenings. Light clothes and plenty of water will be your best friends.

Indoors or outdoors?

The ceremony is indoors, in the church. The reception is outdoors, with an indoor space ready in case the weather isn’t on our side.

Can we take photos?

Yes, we’d love that! Please share them in our shared album (link coming soon). Just no photos during the ceremony or as we leave the church. At the reception and the brunch, snap away!

Can I drive into Lecce’s old town?

No! The whole historic centre of Lecce is a ZTL (Zona a Traffico Limitato): cameras at every entrance automatically fine unauthorised cars, and with a rental car the fine arrives months later. Park outside the old town walls and walk in, it’s small and beautiful on foot.

Why is everything closed in the afternoon?

It’s the riposo: almost all shops and restaurants close from about 13:00 to 17:00, then reopen until late in the evening. Plan the beach or a nap in the afternoon, and shop or eat in the evening.

Who can I contact with questions?

Just ask us, the future bride and groom:

Valentine · +33 7 43 69 95 04Vincent · +33 6 31 86 91 73