Elegance Under the Stars: A Summer Soirée at Château de Varennes

Lauren Megerdichian
May 10, 2024
Categories: Destination, Real Weddings, Romantic, The Blog

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]In the heart of France’s wine country, Meredith and Neal’s wedding at the breathtaking Château de Varennes was a picture-perfect fusion of elegance and romance. With a meticulously planned outdoor ceremony and a reception that sparkled under garland lights, their intimate celebration was a magical and joyful moment. They had pictures very romantic colours, greenery with notes of blush and lavender with some more bold pinks and purples for some pop. [/field]

[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Meredith and Neal wanted were very involved in all design choices, making sure no detail was overlooked. Their vision, a harmonious blend of bold elegance and understated charm, was intricately woven into every aspect of the day, reflecting their unique style.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]The culinary journey was a perfect blend of French excellence tradition and international flavours. The venue’s chef did an amazing job with the small bites, each a masterpiece of flavor and presentation.

Highlights included a champagne fountain during the cocktail hour, gin-cured Scottish salmon for the starter, a Burgundy chicken ballottine main course, and a delectable chocolate truffle pave dessert. [/field]

[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The decor echoed understated elegance, featuring greenery and a natural palette with soft colors, pastels, and touches of lavender. For the ceremony, the aesthetic was light and natural, transitioning into a more dramatic purple hue for the bouquet and dinner table. The minimalist centrepieces at dinner, paired with chandeliers and garland lighting, created a fairytale-like and inviting atmosphere. The floral designer Emily Alarcon did an amazing job bringing the couples vision of bold elegance to life and implementing purple while keeping the overall design very soft and romantic. [/field]

[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake, a creation of Emilie Grenier, was a delicious three-tiered vanilla and strawberry cake. The very minimalistic design of the cake was highlighted by elegant florals.[/field]

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]While Meredith and the bridesmaids enjoyed their hair and makeup preparations, the gentlemen experienced their own pampering with a dedicated barber and hairdresser. Meredith looked ethereal in a classic A-line wedding dress with delicate lace detailing, complemented by Neal’s sharp navy blue suit and blush pink tie. [/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The couple also honored their heritage and wedding location with two signature cocktails: “The Manhattan” and the “Burgundy Spring Punch.”[/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The bride surprised the groom with a firework ! The entire team played along saying fireworks where not allowed due to drought. Neal was so disappoint. So when we fired, he was totally surprised ! His happiness and reaction where so worth it. [/field]

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