Black tie has always been the most timeless of dress codes, and yet each year it evolves.

As a destination wedding planner working with couples across Italy, Portugal, North America and beyond, we spend much of our year forecasting what formal weddings will look and feel like long before our clients walk down the aisle

Katusha and Kevin's wedding day was the perfect blend of family, tradition, and modern Toronto elegance; from an intimate morning surrounded by nieces and nephews, to vows at St. Mary's Church honouring Katusha's Portuguese heritage, to a chic all-white reception under the city lights at The Chase. With rooftop views, string lights, and a dance floor that never emptied, it was the swanky downtown Toronto celebration they'd always envisioned.

Wondering how much an Italian destination wedding costs? See a Tuscany wedding budget breakdown for 50 guests, including venues, catering, florals, and planning fees.

Raquelle and Ibrahim’s wedding at The Arlington Estate was the kind of celebration that reminds you what destination weddings are truly about, not the distance travelled, but the feeling of bringing your entire world together in one place.

A destination wedding, done beautifully, is the most generous invitation you will ever extend, and with the right destination wedding planner, it becomes the most unforgettable weekend of your lives.

What you might not know yet is how dramatically different it is to plan a luxury destination wedding in Portugal or Italy as an American couple versus planning a wedding at home. And that gap, between what you've imagined and what it actually takes to pull it off flawlessly, is where most couples run into trouble.

There is a reason the most discerning couples in Europe keep ending up in the north of Portugal. What we have heard from our clients is that it usually starts when they see a photo of a wedding and just can't put their finger on where it's located.

That is why we want you to see each venue from our vantage point, so you can begin to sense which one is most authentically yours. We are bringing northern Portugal to you.

Most packing lists cover your dress and your passport. After coordinating destination weddings across Europe, here is what actually gets forgotten, and what causes the most stress when it does. You do not want to miss these.

The dream is real, but so are the logistics. A destination wedding planner shares what she wishes every couple knew before booking that Tuscan villa.

There is a difference between a wedding that photographs beautifully and one that feels beautiful to be inside. That difference is not money. It is the distance between spending and placing, between filling a room and meaning every inch of it.

That is the work we find most worth doing. And today, it is the work we want to walk you through.

What does a $30K wedding look like in Toronto compared to a $100K one? It’s not just more guests or fancier food, it’s about what you value most as a couple. We’re breaking it all down so you can build a budget that reflects your dream day.

There’s something deeply romantic about planning a wedding in Portugal. Portugal has a way of making couples feel at home while celebrating somewhere beautifully far away.

In this guide, we’re exploring some of the most beloved wedding venues across the country. These are places where couples can celebrate not just the day itself, but the warmth of shared meals, meaningful down-to-earth moments, and the kind of memories that feel easy and natural to return to.

Planning a traditional wedding doesn’t have to feel dated. These tips from Claudia and Co. help you create a modern and elegant wedding that feels uniquely yours.

There is a difference between a wedding that photographs beautifully and one that feels beautiful to be inside. That difference is not money. It is the distance between spending and placing, between filling a room and meaning every inch of it.

That is the work we find most worth doing. And today, it is the work we want to walk you through.

There is a moment — usually somewhere between the welcome drinks and the last dance — where a guest turns to the person next to them and says I can’t believe we almost didn’t come. That moment does not happen by accident. It is the result of a couple who understood that a destination wedding is not an event. It is an experience. And an experience requires more than a venue, a dress, and a seating chart. It requires a host.

When you initially reach out to Claudia and Co., you’re not just hiring a wedding planner; you’re beginning a partnership built on trust and significant industry experience.

We bring an unwavering commitment to bring your celebration vision to life. Here’s what sets our approach apart from the very first conversation.

The final month before your wedding can feel extremely overwhelming and like a whirlwind of emotions. Last-minute decisions and endless to-do lists can feel very daunting, but here’s the thing. Not everyone on your list actually needs your immediate attention. Some tasks should be prioritized more, while others can be delegated and simplified, or skipped altogether.