How to Get Legally Married in These Top International Destinations
Destination weddings are on the rise, and for good reason. These far-off venues feature unforgettable scenery, such as the shimmering waters of the Mediterranean Sea or the lush, rolling hills and vineyards of Tuscany. They can keep headcount and costs lower than a stateside celebration. While an international wedding can be idyllic, the legal requirements…
Read MoreStorybook Provence Destination Wedding
At first, a destination wedding wasn’t part of the plan for Sam and Katie. At first, all signs pointed to the SoCal. Los Angeles is where Katie and Sam’s love story started Sophmore year of college. Plus, Katie describes herself as “a crafter at heart” and imagined a wedding filled with DIY-ed details, which would…
Read MoreEffortless French Elegance Wedding Design
For destination planner, Sherry of Aleia Weddings, every wedding design begins with the venue. “Château Fengari had everything I was looking for,” she says. “Most importantly, it was a grand-looking venue that still felt like a home away from home.” Dating back to 1880, the château’s serene pond, manicured gardens, and soft stone tones became…
Read MoreA Photographer’s Guide to Capturing Iconic Paris Wedding Photos
Paris is a city well known for its cinematic landmarks — the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and the glass pyramid at the Louvre, to name a few. But when it comes to visiting these iconic Paris locations for your engagement or wedding photos, there’s what you see on Instagram, and then there’s reality. If…
Read MoreProvence Destination Wedding at Le Mas de Belle Combe
In a hilltop village in France with cobblestone streets, lavender-scented air, and views like out of a movie, Michelle and Patrick had their Provence destination wedding at Le Mas de Belle Combe. “We’ve always had a deep appreciation for French culture,” Michelle tells us, “its cuisine, its wine, its art of living. Provence had everything…
Read MoreA Bridgerton-esque Chateau Wedding in Paris
If you’ve ever dreamed of waltzing into your wedding day like it was straight out of a Netflix period drama, Jessica and Georges just set the bar. The couple tied the knot at the stunning Château de Champlâtreux just north of Paris, a venue so regal that guests couldn’t stop comparing the celebration to Bridgerton.…
Read MoreVintage-Inspired Wedding at Château de Santeny
In the peaceful French countryside just outside Paris lies Château de Santeny, a 19th-century estate that seems to have leapt straight from the pages of a fairytale. It was here, amid the manicured gardens and timeless architecture, that AMV Weddings hosted a dreamy styled shoot as part of their AMV Retreats workshop—brought to life through…
Read MoreChâteau du Sou French Countryside Wedding
Château du Sou set amongst the rolling hills of France, roughly a two-hour drive from Geneva, Switzerland, not only holds historical significance (constructed in approximately 1369), but in modern times it has served as the setting for hundreds of grand weddings. Among the list of couples who’ve said “I do” surrounded by the medieval castle…
Read More6 Tips for Planning a Destination Wedding in France
Whether it’s a chic Parisian soirée, a sun-drenched celebration on the Riviera, or a fairytale château gathering in Provence, France offers a stunning array of options for destination weddings. To help couples navigate the process, we spoke with destination wedding photographer Sandra Åberg and wedding planner Amanda Costa Thompson, who recently collaborated on Lisa and…
Read MoreRomantic French Castle Wedding in Champagne
On a radiant day in the heart of Champagne, the scene was set for a timeless and romantic French castle wedding at the stunning Château Comtesse Lafond. A grand reception table was elegantly arranged in front of the castle, while the floral designer and her team crafted two semi-circle arches at the castle’s entrance for…
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