Some love stories begin in the most unexpected ways. For Angie and Giuseppe, it started with a business trip that almost never happened. While traveling in Malaysia, Giuseppe received a last-minute call from his agent asking him to fly to Jakarta for a meeting. Since he was already nearby, he agreed to spend just one night in the city before continuing with his plans. At the time, they were simply two strangers living separate lives, unaware that fate had quietly placed them in the same city.
On the very day Giuseppe was preparing to return home, they matched on a dating app. There were no expectations—just a simple introduction that slowly unfolded into something extraordinary.
Rather than meeting immediately, Angie and Giuseppe spent the next nine months getting to know one another through messages, phone calls, and video chats. By the time they finally met in person, the connection felt remarkably familiar, as though they were simply continuing a conversation that had already begun long before. Their relationship would ultimately span nearly 10,000 miles, proving that love can flourish despite distance, cultures, and time zones.
The proposal story
A year into their long-distance relationship, the couple reunited in Italy following Angie’s work trip to Paris. One evening, Giuseppe suggested dinner along the shores of Lake Iseo. As they admired the scenery, Angie naturally began taking photographs before asking him to capture a few of her as well. She noticed he seemed unusually nervous but thought little of it—until he suddenly knelt down and asked her to marry him.
There were no elaborate productions or crowds gathered around them. Instead, the proposal unfolded quietly against the lakeside backdrop, making the intimate moment feel even more meaningful.
Planning a perfect wedding weekend in Bali
Choosing Bali and Jeeva Saba for their destination wedding felt like the most natural decision Angie and Giuseppe could make.
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The island held a special place in their relationship, marking the location of their very first vacation together. Even before they met, Giuseppe had already fallen in love with Bali after visiting several times, making it a destination that already carried cherished memories for them both.
Although the couple worked closely with wedding planner Cotton Project, much of the creative vision – photographed by AXIOO Bali – came directly from them. Angie developed many of the concepts herself, while Giuseppe helped shape the celebration through countless decisions along the way. She was also fortunate to have her sister and brother-in-law—both professionals in Bali’s wedding industry—offering invaluable guidance from start to finish.
Planning a wedding from Italy certainly came with its challenges, but the experience ultimately became another meaningful chapter in their international love story.
A few favorite wedding day moments
Despite months of joyful anticipation, Angie admits the wedding morning was filled with emotion. Unable to sleep the night before and feeling under the weather, she experienced nearly every emotion imaginable—but never once questioned that she was exactly where she was meant to be. Leaning on her faith and surrounded by the encouragement of family and friends, she found strength throughout the day.
True to her nature, tears flowed freely during the celebration, while Giuseppe remained exactly as she knows him—smiling, calm, and joyful from beginning to end.
Intimate ceremony inspiration
Hosted at an elegant private space with florals by Merangkai Asa, the celebration embraced an intimate atmosphere where every guest felt like part of Angie and Giuseppe’s journey.
Rather than focusing on the grandeur of the setting, the day centered on meaningful moments, heartfelt connections, and the joy of finally bringing together loved ones from across the world. The private setting allowed the celebration to feel relaxed, welcoming, and deeply personal.
Reception design focused on hospitality
Family and friendship remained at the heart of every decision Angie and Giuseppe made. Guests traveled from Italy, London, the Middle East, and throughout Asia to celebrate alongside them, making the gathering itself one of the greatest gifts of the day. Every aspect of the reception was thoughtfully planned with hospitality in mind, from exceptional food and drinks to an atmosphere where guests could simply relax, celebrate, and enjoy being together.
For the newlyweds, seeing everyone laughing, connecting, and creating new memories together was every bit as meaningful as the ceremony itself.
Always in style – happy tears
One of the most unforgettable moments came during Angie’s sister’s reception speech, which struck the perfect balance between heartfelt emotion and lighthearted humor, leaving guests laughing through happy tears.
A love story that crossed continents
For Angie and Giuseppe, distance never became a reason to walk away—it became the reason to keep choosing one another. Separated by nearly 10,000 miles and raised in different cultures, they built their relationship through countless flights, long waits, and unwavering commitment. Every goodbye strengthened their determination to make the next reunion possible.
Looking back, those challenges became the foundation of the life they now share. Their wedding wasn’t simply the celebration of a beautiful day in Bali—it was the celebration of every mile traveled, every sacrifice made, and every decision to continue choosing each other. In the end, love proved stronger than the distance between them.
