Creator of emotion, events designer
Immersive weddings across Italy. Tailor-made weddings, from the dream to the detail.
Plan my Wedding
Creator of emotion, events designer
Immersive weddings across Italy. Tailor-made weddings, from the dream to the detail.
Plan my Wedding
They talk about us !
Discover the testimonials of our happy couples
C & L
Do not hesitate to entrust the organization of your wedding to Maxime, with your eyes closed! Very attentive, Maxime answered all of our desires with a smile.
Proactive, he knew how to advise us, guide us, and answer all of our questions.
Attentive to every detail, the decoration elaborated by Maxime exceeded all of our expectations! Collaborating with him in a good mood was a real pleasure!
Thank you for everything, Maxime!
L & T
What a joy it has been to be accompanied by Maxime for the construction and organization of our event. His professionalism, valuable advice, attention to detail and precision, not to mention his joy for life, allowed us to make our evening a great success. I would recommend him with closed eyes to anyone who asks me. With him, your event will be assured with great serenity.
Another big thank you to Maxime for doing so much for us!
Our services
Turn your dream into reality !
Locations
Locations
Full Organization
Full Organization
Conception
Conception
Let's talk about your wedding
Our place in Italy.
Italy offers more than venues. It offers emotion. Whether it’s Lake Como, Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, or Sicily — each region has a soul. We guide you to the one that sings in harmony with yours.
Creator of emotion, events designer
Immersive weddings across Italy. Tailor-made weddings, from the dream to the detail.
They talk about us !
Discover the testimonials of our happy couples
C & L
Do not hesitate to entrust the organization of your wedding to Maxime, with your eyes closed! Very attentive, Maxime answered all of our desires with a smile.
Proactive, he knew how to advise us, guide us, and answer all of our questions.
Attentive to every detail, the decoration elaborated by Maxime exceeded all of our expectations! Collaborating with him in a good mood was a real pleasure!
Thank you for everything, Maxime!
L & T
What a joy it has been to be accompanied by Maxime for the construction and organization of our event. His professionalism, valuable advice, attention to detail and precision, not to mention his joy for life, allowed us to make our evening a great success. I would recommend him with closed eyes to anyone who asks me. With him, your event will be assured with great serenity.
Another big thank you to Maxime for doing so much for us!
E & M
I can't even find the words to express how magical our wedding in Sicily was, and it's all thanks to our wedding planner!
From the beginning, you reassured us with top-notch planning and perfectly managed budget. The design of the wedding was just amazing, every detail of the decor was exactly as I had dreamed it. On the big day, everything went smoothly thanks to your impeccable coordination. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making this day an unforgettable moment!
Our services
Turn your dream into reality !
Locations
Full Organization
Conception
Our place in Italy.
Italy offers more than venues. It offers emotion. Whether it’s Lake Como, Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, or Sicily — each region has a soul. We guide you to the one that sings in harmony with yours.
Meet your planner
Maxime Ravel, Wedding planner & Wedding Designer
I am Maxime RAVEL, the founder of Once Upon a Wedding, with over a decade of experience in luxury events. My passion is to guide couples in one of the most beautiful moments of their lives, ensuring that every detail reflects their unique love story.
As a high-end wedding planner, I specialize in creating unforgettable weddings in stunning locations such as the French Riviera, Provence, Bordeaux, Paris, Italy, and Spain. Whether you dream of timeless elegance or bold extravagance, I bring my expertise as an artistic director to create breathtaking sceneries that will be forever etched in your memories.
At Once Upon a Wedding, every couple matters, regardless of their culture, age, or identity. I am committed to providing a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your dreams, doubts, and desires. Together, we will create a celebration that is not just an event but a unique experience where every detail matters.
They talk about us !
Luxury is in the ease.
A premium experience feels seamless. No stress, no surprises. Just presence.
The best weddings don't feel planned
They feel like you. Natural. Intimate. Elevated
We don't take over. We guide.
You imagine it. We shape it. Together.
Every detail is a feeling.
From the napkin fold to the final lighting cue, everything matters.
