Kaisa and Andrea by the sea

The wedding of

Kaisa & Andrea

Saturday, 10 October 2026

Lecce, Italy

Programme

Saturday

Date

10 October 2026

From

11:00

Church

Chiesa Madre

Campi Salentina

Venue

Torre del Parco

Lecce

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11:00

Religious ceremony at Chiesa Madre, Campi Salentina

The wedding ceremony takes place in Andrea's home town.

14:00

Reception

Torre del Parco, Lecce

After party

Torre del Parco, Lecce

Kaisa and Andrea
Chiesa Madre di Campi Salentina
Torre del Parco
Kaisa and Andrea in Puglia

RSVP

Will you join us?

Please let us know by the 16th of August 2026

Practical Info

Questions

Everything you need to know

What should I wear?

The dress code is formal. October in Lecce is warm during the day (around 20°C) and mild in the evening, so a light layer or a jacket for later is a good idea. The day is long and there will be plenty of opportunities for dancing, so we recommend to wear comfortable shoes. Churches typically ask visitors to keep their shoulders and knees covered. However, the guidelines are flexible, for example, a skirt that falls slightly above the knee is generally acceptable. For outfit inspiration, you can browse the Instagram or YouTube channel of Atmosfera Blu, the company providing music for our wedding. Their videos often feature wedding guests too. Instagram · YouTube

Where do we sit in the church?

The church follows the traditional seating arrangement: the bride's guests sit on the left and the groom's guests on the right.

Is there parking near the church and the venue?

Both the church and the venue have on-street parking nearby, so we recommend allowing a little extra time to find a spot. The church in Campi Salentina is in the pedestrian centre, easily reached on foot from the surrounding streets. Blue parking lines indicate paid parking, white lines mean free. Easypark works in Lecce, but in Campi you may need coins.

Why is there no exact schedule?

Italian weddings flow organically. Timings are a guide rather than a strict plan.

What happens at the reception?

On arrival you will be welcomed with drinks, followed by a wide range of 'antipasti' before moving to the dining area. You may not see us right away as we will be with the photographer. We will join the party during the welcome drinks or antipasti depending on the timing, and we will say a proper personal goodbye to each of you as you leave at the end of the evening. There is plenty of food and wine. One thing worth knowing: in Italy it is considered socially unacceptable to appear visibly drunk. We hope everyone will enjoy themselves and keep a celebratory spirit throughout.

What about a wedding gift?

The best gift is having you there with us. If you would like to give us something, we would be grateful for a contribution to our honeymoon. IBAN: FI77 3939 1010 2335 65 Name: Kaisa Ylinen ja Andrea Sciurti As a small thank-you for joining us, we will give each family unit a 'bomboniera' — a small wedding favour. It has been chosen to fit in your hand luggage.

Is there a children's menu?

Yes, there is a children's menu as well. Please include their age when you RSVP.

Are dietary requirements catered for?

Absolutely. Please indicate any dietary requirements, allergies, or intolerances in your RSVP.

Will there be Finnish and Italian traditions?

Yes. The celebration will blend both cultures and you can expect elements from each one throughout the day.

What if I have more questions?

Please feel free to reach out to us directly. We are happy to help.

Ice Breaker

Two Cultures, One Table

A short cultural guide to help everyone feel at home.

Italian greetings

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In Italy, people greet each other with cheek kisses. Many just bring cheeks together without a sound, others add a kissing sound — it depends on the person. Most guests will simply shake hands, but for example Andrea's mother may well give cheek kisses to everyone. A good rule of thumb: lead with your left cheek and do it twice (left first, then right).

Cin cin, kippis and skål!

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Both Finns and Italians like to toast during dinners. You can say 'cin cin' in Italian, 'kippis' in Finnish or 'skål' in Swedish. Finland is a bilingual country and we often use the Swedish word when toasting.

The wedding is a marathon

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Italian weddings are long, and that is entirely the point. There will be starters, multiple courses, and plenty of pauses in between. Pace yourself from the start — eat slowly and enjoy the ride.