Hélène & Luis
Our Story
From a chance encounter in Buenos Aires to saying "I do" in the Eternal City,
our love story spans continents and cultures.
First Encounter
Oct 10, 2019 • Buenos Aires
Our paths first crossed at Buda Bar in Buenos Aires during a warm spring evening. What started as casual conversation over cocktails quickly revealed a connection that transcended borders and languages.
Our First Date
Oct 31, 2019 • Buenos Aires
Three weeks later, we met for our official first date in the heart of Buenos Aires. What was meant to be dinner became an entire weekend exploring the city, discovering we shared the same dreams and ambitions.
Against All Odds
2020 • Europe
In March 2020, three days after Hélène came back from visiting Luis in New York, Italy announced they were closing their borders. The rest of the world followed. Defying all odds, Luis flew to Serbia before his US visa expired, hoping to enter Europe from there. And it worked. We were reunited in Rome in July, and after spending the summer in France we moved together to London to study.
Global Love
2021 - 2023 • Worldwide
With Luis in Colombia and then in the US, and Hélène in France and then Singapore, we built our relationship across continents. From trips to Thailand to Parisian weekends, we turned the world into our playground, creating memories in every city we visited together.
The Proposal
Aug 25, 2023 • Italy
During a romantic trip to Sicily, Luis proposed at sunset in Taormina overlooking the Etna volcano. It was then we knew that Italy, where our future together truly began, would be where we celebrate our union.
Wedding Schedule
June 4th, 2026
Welcome Dinner
Date: June 3rd, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: To be announced
Dress Code: Cocktail
Join us for an elegant evening to meet fellow guests before our wedding celebration.
Ceremony
Date: June 4th, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo al Celio
Dress Code: Black tie optional
Exchange of the vows in this breathtaking church in the heart of Rome.
Reception
Date: June 4th, 2026
Time: 6.30 p.m.
Location: Villa
Dress Code: Black tie optional
Celebrate with us and have dinner in an Italian villa. A shuttle will take you and the other guests from the church.
We are so excited to share this moment with you!
Dress Code
The dress code for the evening is Black-Tie Optional. We ask that men wear a tuxedo or a black suit and tie. For women, floor-length evening gowns are encouraged but a fancy cocktail dress is also appropriate. We encourage women to wear colours but please kindly avoid white, cream and off-white.
All guests will need to cover their shoulders for the ceremony so please bring a shawl if your outfit requires it.
If wearing heels we recommend you prefer block heels to be able to walk on the Roman cobblestones and in the grass.
A picture speaks a thousand word so see some example below!
Travelling to Rome
Airport
Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
International airport
35min from the centre
Taxi fare: 55€
Train Leonardo Express: 14€
Regional Train: 8 €
Buses: 7€
Rome Ciampino (CIA)
European airport
40min from the centre
Taxi fare: ___€
Buses: 7€
No trains
Hotels
101 Via Alberto Cadlolo, 00136 Roma
500€ - 1300€ per night
4 Via Merulana, 00185 Roma
250€ - 350€ per night
36 Via Torina, 00184 Roma
115€ - 250€ per night
Restaurants
Restaurant near the Vatican
Restaurant in the historical centre
Enter the hotel and go to the rooftop bar for a drink with view on the fountain
Italian Gelato - Nocciola (hazelnut) flavour is Hélène and Luis' favorite
Must See
The most famous monument of Rome and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Beautiful view of Rome, it's perfect for sunset.
Our favorite piazza in the centre. We recommend you visit the Sant'Agnese in Agona church while you're there.
The heart of the Catholic Faith. You can visit it for free and maybe get to see the Pope!
Transports
Taxi
Download the Freenow app to easily order taxis.
Metro
1€50 - Pay with contactless card or buy tickets at the stations.
Bus
1€50 - Pay on board with contactless card or buy tickets in coffees or metro stations.
Buses in Rome can be unreliable, use Google Maps if you use them.
ShareNow
You can rent cars and drive in Rome. You will need to create an account with a European driver's license at least 2 weeks before arriving. Note that parking can be hard to find in Rome, and some areas are not covered by the services.
Climate
Rome weather in June is very warm and sunny. The average temperature range from 20°C to 29°C.
We recommend you carry a bottle of water with you that you can fill at the "nasoni", the little water fountains that are everywhere in the city.
The city centre is great to visit walking but be mindful that most of the streets are cobblestones so avoid wearing stiletto heels and choose something comfortable to walk with.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gift & Registry
Please know that your presence on our special day is the greatest present of all! However, if you do wish to celebrate with a gift, a contribution to our honeymoon fund would be warmly appreciated: (insert link)
How long in advance should I book my hotel and plane ticket?
We recommend booking your plane tickets and accommodation as early as possible. Hotels and Airbnb go quite fast in June, so 4-6 months in advance is best.
Vendor Information (Hair, Makeup, ...)
TBC...
How to get to the events?
Welcome dinner: We will send you the exact address to the email address and phone number you provided in the RSVP form a week before the event.
Ceremony: The church is located at 13 Piazza dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo 00187 Rome, Italy
The metro station Colosseo (metro line B) is a 20-min walk from the church. For buses, please use Google Maps or another GPS app to get the most accurate options.
Reception: Transportation from the church to the ceremony will be organized for all the guests. Just follow the instructions!
If you are coming by car, please message Hélène and Luis directly. They will make sure you receive the address on the day of the wedding.
Photography Policy
We kindly ask our guest to not use their phones during the ceremony. There will be instructions at the reception for guests to share the photos they take that night.
Late arrival Policy
People arriving late to the ceremony will not be let into the church and will be asked to wait outside until the end of the ceremony.
Plus Ones
Unfortunately, we have limited space, so we simply can’t afford for all of our lovely guests to bring a guest of their own. Plus ones are therefore by invitation only and we ask other guests to please not bring a plus one. Thank you so much for understanding!
Who to contact?
For any question, please contact the couple on WhatsApp at +44 7554 764229 or +33 628 726 365.
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