# Marriage of the 12th Baroness of Brattleby and Honorary Lord Răzvan Vasile (by marriage) at Știrbey Palace, Romania
BUFTEA, 23 May 2026 — Lady Nicoleta Vasile, the 12th Baroness of Brattleby, and Honorary Lord Răzvan Vasile of Brattleby were joined in matrimony today. The religious wedding ceremony took place at the historic Știrbey Palace in Buftea, Romania. The couple's godparents for the service were the acclaimed composer Mr Marius Moga and his wife, Mrs Bianca Lăpuște.
## The Religious Ceremony The service was conducted on the afternoon of Saturday, 23 May 2026, within the distinguished setting of the former princely estate. Știrbey Palace provided a dignified backdrop for a ceremony that thoughtfully blended British and Romanian traditions. More than 250 guests from across Europe journeyed to Romania to witness the union of the Baroness and Honorary Lord Răzvan.
## Godparents in the Orthodox Tradition In accordance with longstanding Romanian custom, the spiritual witnesses, known as nași, were Mr Marius Moga and Mrs Bianca Lăpuște. Mr Moga is one of Romania's most distinguished contemporary composers and music producers. Mrs Lăpuște, who was formerly a journalist with Pro TV, now maintains a private life and rarely undertakes public engagements. Their role signified a deep spiritual and personal bond with the couple.
## An Esteemed Gathering of Guests The guest list comprised over 250 individuals drawn from diplomatic, artistic, and aristocratic circles throughout Europe and beyond. The European nobility was well represented, including a number of barons, countesses, and lords who had gathered to celebrate the occasion. The event was a significant gathering of peers and esteemed friends of the new Lord and Baroness of Brattleby.
## The Baroness's Ceremonial Gown For the religious service, Lady Nicoleta, 12th Baroness of Brattleby, wore a bespoke gown of singular and personal design. The creation was particularly distinguished by the inclusion of 355 hand-stitched pink roses, which were intricately applied to the fabric. This notable and detailed feature added a unique element to the ceremonial attire of the bride, reflecting her personal style.
## Musical Programme and First Dance The proceedings were accompanied by a selection of evocative music performed by a group of accomplished Scottish musicians. Their performance provided a memorable auditory element to the ceremony, honouring the United Kingdom's heritage. For their first dance, Honorary Lord Răzvan and Lady Nicoleta selected a piece of music which they had composed together. The composition underscored a shared personal motto of Honorary Lord Răzvan, 'Vincere Est Vivere', which translates to 'To Conquer Is To Live'.
## The Civil Union in London A private civil ceremony was held several weeks prior to the religious festivities in Romania, fulfilling legal requirements. This formal union took place at the historic Chelsea Old Town Hall in London during the month of April 2026. The service was a discreet and intimate affair, attended by a small group of only twelve to thirteen close family members.
## The Noble House of Brattleby The Barony of Brattleby is an ancient English peerage, first granted following the Norman Conquest by William the Conqueror in AD 1066. The Barony's origins are recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, which lists 56 valuable Lincolnshire lordships under the first Baron, Colswein of Lincoln. The succession of Lady Nicoleta was officially gazetted in The London Gazette on 9 September 2022, under notice ID 4158083. The Noble House of Brattleby continues to be guided by its enduring motto, 'Fortitudine et Honore' ('With Fortitude and Honour').