Joane + Jose

Masseria Moroseta, Puglia

A Modern Rustic Wedding In Puglia | Joane + Jose

Against a backdrop of ancient olive trees, Joane and Jose celebrated their wedding at the iconic Masseria Moroseta—a modern farmhouse famous for its high end restaurant, perched on the edge of Ostuni. Surrounded by sweeping countryside views and glimpses of the Adriatic Sea, their modern rustic wedding in Puglia was defined by the natural beauty of the setting, complemented by contemporary, minimalist styling.

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An olive tree beside a white courtyard wall covered with trailing greenery.

Black-and-white view of Ostuni's hillside buildings beyond an olive grove.

Sunlight catches the pale seed heads of grasses in a field.

Black-and-white detail of the bride adjusting her dress above pointed white shoes.

Rows of mature olive trees beneath a cloudy sky.

The bride holds a white-and-green bouquet beside a doorway beneath flowering branches.

A loose white-and-green bouquet with trailing ribbon rests in a vase on a stone ledge.

Black-and-white photograph of the groom sitting down to adjust his trouser leg above a black loafer.

The bride's long veil trails behind her on candle-lined steps between white walls.

Full-length portrait of the bride beside an olive tree, with her dress train spread over pale gravel.

Black-and-white portrait of the bride looking down beside a tree and stone wall.

DRESS AND FLOWERS

Joane embodied effortless elegance in the ‘Gwinn’ Strapless Charmeuse Fit and Flare Dress by Justin Alexander—a sleek, sophisticated choice that perfectly complemented the modern minimalism of her wedding aesthetic.

For her bouquet, she turned to La Mia Fioraria, opting for a timeless arrangement of fresh local blooms in whites and soft greens, artfully undone for a look that felt organic yet refined.

Adding a thoughtful touch to the overall aesthetic, Joane curated a chic, earthy palette of sage, rust, and warm neutrals for her guests and bridal party to wear. This harmonious colour story perfectly echoed the earthy toned landscape of Puglia, seamlessly blending fashion with the natural beauty of the setting.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride and groom embracing outside a doorway.

The bride smiles towards the groom while holding a folded sheet of paper.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride approaching the groom from behind by a doorway.

The bride laughs as she faces the groom during their first look.

Black-and-white portrait of the bride holding a sheet of paper as she reads her vows.

The bride reads from a sheet of paper while the groom listens, with olive trees beyond.

The bride carries her bouquet along a gravel terrace beside a white building and cacti.

The bride descends stone steps beside cacti, with white flowers in the foreground.

A CEREMONY AMONGST THE OLIVE TREES

Beneath the dappled shade of centuries-old olive trees, Joane and Josè stood hand in hand, surrounded by their closest friends and family who had traveled from across the world to celebrate their love. Their intimate ceremony was framed by flowing silk drapery suspended from the trees, creating an ethereal setting that felt both organic and refined.

Black-and-white detail of leaf shadows falling across fabric suspended from an olive tree.

The bride walks between two companions through the seated guests in the olive grove.

Long strips of white fabric hang from the branches of an olive tree.

Two people hold hands as they walk among the olive trees.

Black-and-white photograph of seated ceremony guests, with one leaning on another's shoulder.

The groom smiles towards the bride as they stand together at the outdoor ceremony.

The couple stand beneath white fabric draped through olive trees, surrounded by their wedding party.

Close-up of the deeply textured bark of an olive tree.

Wedding guests sit on benches facing the ceremony beneath olive trees.

The couple hold colourful ribbons while a guest assists them during the ceremony.

Seated wedding guests in green, rust and pale dresses hold small bouquets beneath an olive tree.

Black-and-white photograph of guests watching the ceremony from benches beneath olive trees.

The groom smiles as he holds the bride's hand during their outdoor ceremony.

Black-and-white portrait of the couple holding hands beneath the olive trees.

The couple kiss beneath flowing white fabric, with the bride's train resting on scattered petals.

The newlyweds laugh as guests shower them with white confetti.

Guests in rust and green outfits applaud from their ceremony seats.

The couple walk hand in hand between guests through a shower of confetti.

Black-and-white photograph of the groom laughing as confetti falls around the bride and her bouquet.

The bride smiles with her arms outstretched as confetti falls around her.

The bride and groom pass applauding guests after their outdoor ceremony.

Guests laugh and applaud the couple, with white bouquets held against rust-coloured dresses.

The bride embraces a guest, her white-and-green bouquet held over their shoulder.

The bride lifts her bouquet while standing beside the groom after the ceremony.

Guests smile and talk together, including a woman in a green off-the-shoulder dress.

The couple embrace beneath an olive tree, with the bride's veil falling down her back.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride hugging a guest among the wedding crowd.

The bride laughs with a guest in a dark green dress beside a stone wall.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride greeting guests beneath olive branches.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride walking through the olive grove with a drink and bouquet.

Guests help themselves to cheeses arranged on boards at an outdoor buffet.

AN APERITIVO HOUR TO SAVOUR

Following the heartfelt ceremony, guests were welcomed into Aperitivo hour, a true Italian experience featuring a carefully curated artisanal cheese and charcuterie station. As the afternoon light bathed the masseria, guests mingled over bespoke Moroseta Spritz cocktails, setting the tone for a relaxed yet sophisticated celebration.

The couple walk away together through tall grass between mature olive trees.

The bride holds the groom's hand as they walk through the olive grove.

Full-length portrait of the couple walking side by side through dry grass.

The couple laugh together with their arms around each other in the olive grove.

Black-and-white close-up of the bride resting her face against the groom's shoulder as they embrace.

The couple kiss among olive trees, surrounded by tall pale grass.

The couple stand close together with their faces touching beneath the olive trees.

Black-and-white full-length portrait of the couple embracing, with the bride's train spread behind her.

Black-and-white cropped portrait of the bride's dress, moving bouquet and flowing veil.

The bride stands beneath a large olive tree, her long veil trailing across the grass.

The groom looks back towards the bride as they walk hand in hand through the grove.

White geometric walls and an arched opening rise above cacti and garden greenery.

The couple step onto a gravel path beside stone walls and tall cacti.

Newlyweds walking through an olive grove, with the groom waving, in black and white.

Wedding guests mingle in the courtyard beside an outdoor bar and olive trees.

Black-and-white photograph of a bartender preparing a drink behind an outdoor counter.

Wedding guests raise glasses of orange cocktails together for a toast.

Black-and-white photograph of guests chatting and gesturing beneath an olive tree.

Stone steps lead through olive trees and garden planting beside the masseria.

The couple stand with a group of guests in front of a plain white wall.

Cured meats, bread and small savoury snacks are arranged beside stacked plates at the reception buffet.

Long white reception tables line a courtyard beneath citrus trees and tall white walls.

A row of folding chairs sits beside a long table set with glasses, candles and white crockery.

White flowers and green foliage cascade beside a rectangular doorway in a white wall.

The couple walk hand in hand between the reception tables beneath citrus trees.

A long reception table leads towards narrow white steps lit with candles.

The couple approach a flower-framed doorway, with the bride's veil trailing behind them.

Small groups of candles light a narrow white staircase.

A CANDLELIT FEAST UNDER THE STARS

As dusk settled, long candlelit tables were set for an alfresco dinner beneath the Puglian sky. Over a feast of seasonal Italian delicacies, toasts were raised, stories were shared, and Joane and Jose enjoyed the company of their loved ones, surrounded by an intimate and effortlessly elegant setting. The minimalist tablescape, adorned with soft candlelight and modern ceramics, reflected the couple’s clean aesthetic, allowing the focus to remain on the warmth of connection and the beauty of the moment.

The couple look back towards their guests while standing beside a reception table.

Guests talk across a long reception table lined with glowing candles and glassware.

Black-and-white photograph of a speech beside the reception table, with photographers on the staircase behind.

Pink sunset light breaks beneath dark clouds above the countryside.

Wedding guests dine at long courtyard tables beneath citrus trees as evening falls.

A guest laughs at the reception table, her face lit by candlelight.

Black-and-white photograph of the bride smiling over a large fruit-topped wedding cake.

Black-and-white photograph of the groom holding a raised glass beside the laughing bride.

A rectangular layered wedding cake is topped with cream and mixed berries.

Close-up of the couple serving a slice from their fruit-topped wedding cake.

Black-and-white photograph of the couple smiling at one another while serving their wedding cake.

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