JoAnn is certified as a Master Wedding Planner by the Association of Bridal Consultants and has been named one of the Top 25 Most Influential Wedding Planners in the World. Furthermore, JoAnn has now been named one of the TOP 10 ITALIAN WEDDING PLANNERS 2026 by City & Beach Lifestyle Magazine…
City & Beach Lifestyle Magazine
Rooted in Italian heritage, globally acclaimed luxury destination wedding planner JoAnn Gregoli infuses every celebration with a respect for Italian family, culture, and tradition. As the founder of Elegant Occasions by JoAnn Gregoli (below), JoAnn channels ancestral ties into an expert-level knowledge of Italy’s most enchanting regions, establishing dedicated operations in Rome to serve international couples. From the lakeside vistas of historic villas in Lake Como to the rustic romance of rolling hills and exclusive estates in Tuscany, JoAnn’s expertise in navigating local logistics, vendor networks, and venue regulations turns complex destination weddings into effortless events…
JoAnn’s natural understanding of the Italian lifestyle ensures that each immersive wedding weekend becomes a beautifully told, culturally authentic story…”
City & Beach Lifestyle Magazine
JoAnn’s meticulous planning process focuses heavily on tailored curation and intentional hospitality, and she begins the process by personally mapping out a multi-day itinerary that treats the chosen destination as a central character, blending local culinary traditions, regional music, and authentic excursions. By maintaining active, hands-on relationships with elite property owners and local authorities throughout Italy, JoAnn bypasses the standard logistical hurdles that often complicate international events. Whether managing strict heritage site permits or coordinating intricate guest transportation across historic coastal towns, JoAnn’s structured, collaborative approach ensures every technical detail is executed flawlessly. The result is a seamless guest experience where couples feel completely supported, allowing everyone to focus entirely on the celebration…
When orchestrating high-profile events, JoAnn’s reputation as a trusted planner for celebrities, elite athletes, and global public figures highlights a mastery of privacy and grand-scale execution. Having coordinated milestone events for clients such as George Clooney, Jon Bon Jovi, and Swedish NHL player Jesper Bratt and his new wife Nicole (as seen in this pictorial), JoAnn excels at balancing tight security restrictions with breathtaking design. JoAnn’s insights have been featured across leading wedding publications, and she remains a sought-after guest on prominent industry programs like Bluebell Talks and The Wedding Biz Podcast. In the print world, Modern Bride Magazine previously honoured JoAnn as one of the Trendsetters of the Year…”
City & Beach Lifestyle Magazine
In world-renowned regions such as Tuscany, JoAnn transforms private medieval hamlets, historic vineyard estates, and legendary properties like Villa Cora in Florence (as seen here in this pictorial) into ultra-exclusive sanctuaries for high-profile guests. JoAnn’s ability to manage strict non-disclosure agreements, handle complex paparazzi-blocking logistics, and coordinate secure transport through winding rural landscapes ensures high-profile clients experience absolute discretion. By blending high-security oversight with the natural charm of the Italian countryside, JoAnn creates an atmosphere where hosts and guests can celebrate with total peace of mind. This elite standard of execution has earned JoAnn widespread recognition from major industry bodies and mainstream media; she is a regular voice on international broadcasts and networks, recently sharing expert commentary coast-to-coast on television networks regarding major celebrity nuptials…”
CONTACT: http://www.elegantoccasionsbyjoanngregoli.com
CREDITS: All wedding imagery by Trisha Jay Photography
