C & J

Olive branch

Together with their families

Clara &
James

invite you to celebrate their wedding

 

Saturday, 12 June 2027

Villa Rosa · Lake Como, Italy

 

Clara and James

C&J

MMXXVII

Welcome

We're getting married

After seven years, two cities and one very patient dog, we're saying yes by the lake where it all began. We would love nothing more than to celebrate with the people who made the journey so special. Here you'll find everything you need for the day.

Clara and James

 

Save the date

12

June

2027

Two hearts, one lake — and all of you.

 

Clara and James

Our story

It started with a borrowed umbrella

A rainy Tuesday, one umbrella and a coffee that turned into dinner. Seven years later, we're still sharing — umbrellas, playlists and every adventure in between.

2020

We met in the rain in Zürich.

2023

Our first home, and our dog, Olive.

2026

A sunset, a ring and a very nervous yes.

The day

Saturday, 12 June

 

15:00

Ceremony

The garden terrace

16:30

Aperitivo

Lakeside lawn

19:00

Dinner

The loggia

22:00

Dancing

Until the last boat

Travel & stay

Getting to the lake

The venue

The venue

Villa Rosa

Via Giulio Vitali 1, 22021 Bellagio, Lake Como, Italy

Getting there

Fly into Milan Malpensa or Linate, then take the train to Varenna. The ferry to Bellagio runs every 30 minutes.

Where to stay

We've reserved rooms at two hotels in the village. Mention our names when booking before 1 April for the wedding rate.

Getting around

A shuttle boat leaves Varenna at 14:00 and returns after midnight. No need for a car.

Dress code

Garden formal

Think linen suits and flowing dresses. The ceremony is on grass, so leave the stilettos at home, and bring a layer for the evening by the water.

Colours we love

 

Sage

 

Sand

 

Blush

 

Olive

 

Champagne

Gifts

Your presence is enough

If you'd like to give something, a contribution to our honeymoon in Portugal would mean the world to us.

See our gift list

Gallery

A few favourite moments

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Good to know

Questions, answered

Anything else? Just message us — we're happy to help.

Can I bring a plus-one?

Your invitation lists everyone we've saved a seat for. If you're unsure, just ask us.

Are children welcome?

We love your little ones, but the evening is adults-only. The hotels can recommend babysitters.

What if it rains?

The ceremony moves under the loggia. Everything else is covered, so the party goes on.

When should I reply?

Please RSVP by 30 April 2027 so we can plan seating and menus.

RSVP

Will you join us?

Kindly reply by 30 April 2027

Will you attend?

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Olive branch

C&J

MMXXVII

12 · 06 · 2027

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