A Debonair Affair

When Ridge proposed to Bridget beneath the winter lights of Paris during a Christmas escape, the moment felt like the beginning of a story they would one day tell for the rest of their lives. Less than a year later, on 25 September 2025, that story unfolded beneath the southern Italian sun, surrounded by olive trees, sea views and the quiet magic of a place where life moves gently and love feels like the only priority.

The couple had always dreamed of marrying somewhere authentic, a destination with a Mediterranean soul. Italy offered everything they were searching for. Warmth, beauty, history and a rhythm of life that encourages people to slow down and savour each moment. Their chosen venue, Masseria San Giovanni in Apulia, felt as though it had been waiting for them. With its intimate chapel, tranquil swimming pool, sunlit terraces overlooking the sea and lush greenery, it offered the perfect setting for a wedding defined by elegance and ease. Their aesthetic was effortless and contemporary, yet deeply rooted in the romance of the region.

Keeping the celebration intentionally small, Ridge and Bridget invited just twenty close friends. The atmosphere felt less like a formal event and more like a private gathering of hearts. The morning of the wedding arrived quietly and calmly. There was no rush, no nerves, just a sense of excitement and contentment as the couple prepared for the day ahead.

Guided by their wedding planner, Lisa Serra, they envisioned a style that was modern yet refined. There was no fixed theme, but rather a carefully curated feeling. Every element felt considered, from the table settings to the flow of the day itself. Their floral design by Flair Concept brought the vision to life, blending mature and wild textures with a refined palette that felt both natural and sophisticated.

Ridge and Bridget chose elegant wedding attire that reflected their chosen colours and the effortless romance of their setting. Bridget remembers the most touching moment of the entire celebration as the words her husband shared with her, spoken from the heart and filled with emotion.

Music drifted gently through the air as the day unfolded, a mix of international favourites and Italian classics that perfectly matched the setting. When the time came for their first dance, they chose Amore Amore by Mina, a song as rich and romantic as the country in which they were now husband and wife.

After their Italian celebration, the couple continued their journey through Italy’s villages before setting their sights on Kenya for their next adventure together. When asked for their best advice to couples planning their own weddings, Bridget answers simply, choose with your heart.