Floral Inspirations from Iconic Châteaux: A Guide to My Wedding Flower Designs at France’s Dreamiest Venues Part 1
Part 1 of 4 I’ll take you on a journey through some of the most beautiful château wedding venues in France where I’ve had the pleasure of designing florals. Each château has its own unique charm, and I’ll share how my floral designs were tailored to enhance the venue’s ambiance—from grand, opulent arrangements at elegant estates to whimsical, garden-inspired florals at more intimate châteaux. You’ll also find photos of the actual weddings, offering you real-life inspiration for your own special day. Whether you're dreaming of timeless whites, bold color palettes, or lush greenery, this blog will show you what’s possible at these breathtaking venues.
5 Reasons Why Limiting Your Wedding Flowers to White May Not Be the Best Choice for Your Photos
While white flowers certainly have their place in wedding design, limiting your floral arrangements to only white can detract from the overall impact of your wedding photos. Incorporating pops of color—whether subtle pastels or bold, bright hues—can create contrast, add depth, and enhance the beauty of your surroundings. Ultimately, using a more varied color palette allows your personality to shine through and results in wedding photos that are not only elegant but also lively and full of emotion.
A Protective Touch: Angélique, the Florist Who Puts Her Flowers First
In a world where many wedding professionals juggle multiple events at once, Angélique’s singular focus on each wedding she takes on is refreshing. Her dedication to her craft and her protective instinct over her blooms create an experience that is both deeply personal and extraordinarily professional. For Angélique, flowers aren’t just part of the wedding—they are a cherished part of the couple’s story, and she is honored to play a role in bringing that story to life with unmatched care and passion.
10 Pieces of Advice From Former Brides for Couples Planning Their Wedding in France
10 Pieces of Advice from Other Brides About Planning Their Wedding in France to Future Couples
Planning a wedding in France can be a dream come true, with its stunning landscapes, romantic ambiance, and exquisite cuisine. However, organizing a destination wedding comes with unique challenges. Here is some valuable advice from brides who have successfully navigated the process of planning their wedding in France
Blooms in Harmony: The Artful Symphony of a Wedding Florist's 15 Steps
Wedding florists play a pivotal role in transforming dreams into reality. Here is my flower planning process an engaged couple can expect when planning their destination wedding here in France.
5 Fun Facts About Weddings in France
5 fun facts about French weddings. Join the two cultures when planning you wedding. Maybe have a traditional French croquembouche but also add American cupcakes as two favorites for wedding desserts. Combining French culture and your’s makes for a unique wedding experience for you and your guests.
The History of Flowers & Weddings in France
The history of wedding flowers in France is a long one. Beginning in Roman times, couples choosing France for their destination wedding will be continuing this long history as they wear beautiful flowers like so many who came before.
Floral Elegance: 8 of the Best Floral Choices for a June Wedding in France.
Planning a June destination wedding in France next year? Here are 8 great flowers for your bridal bouquet that are in season in the month of June for 2024!
French Wedding Crisis Averted!
Weddings can be so stressful due to the unknowns, the variables and the emotions. But what happens when your florist cancels? Everything does work out and I was honored to take on the wedding flowers and another happy ending.
English Speaking Wedding Florist in France
If you are looking for an English speaking wedding florist in France, look no further as you have found one! But, seriously though, there are a few steps you can take to find one. First, start by conducting an online search using keywords such as "English speaking wedding florist France" or "English speaking florist for weddings in France." This should provide you with a list of florists who specialize in providing services to English-speaking clients.
Why Do Florists Ask for Your Wedding Flower Budget?
Wedding flower budgeting and how to plan for your wedding in France.
Wedding florists ask for your budget because it helps them understand your financial limitations and preferences. By knowing your budget, they can suggest floral arrangements and designs that are within your price range. This ensures that you receive the best value for your money and helps the florist tailor their recommendations to your specific needs. It also allows them to allocate resources appropriately and offer alternative options if necessary. Overall, providing your budget to a wedding florist is a practical and beneficial step in the planning process.
Why Have Your Wedding in France?
Starting to plan their wedding, going over their budget and seeing the guest list, the cost was enormous! Sure, they’re family and friends but for one day, all these people whom may or may not have a chance to really visit with, is this enjoyable let alone affordable? Then there is the food, drink and venue to host the family and friends for one day. Asking themselves do the guests really enjoy themselves? Again, all this for one day? So, reflecting on these questions, the couple’s conclusion was no. A one day wedding just seemed astronomical for the amount of time and overwhelming in the planning. Could a destination wedding be cheaper and less complicated? Their conclusion was yes!
A destination such as France has its costs but the value out ways the investment.
Château Destination Weddings in France
As an American, we don’t get to see a lot of castles in the USA. Obviously we don’t have the history for them nor the societal hierarchies that warranted castles that protected domains and possessions and invading foreigners. These historic edifices are what makes being a wedding florist in France so fun for me. I get to go on a ‘tour’ each time there is a wedding and see some beautiful classical edifices.
Each time I speak with a couple and learn about the venue they’ve chosen, I go straight to searching for pictures online. I literally get goosebumps when I see the location and imagine the possibilities of the flowers for their wedding. There are HUNDREDS of castles to choose from! How lucky am I?
Truth & Transparency About Wedding Flower Costs
A florist tells you how wedding flowers are prices, why they cost so much and how to find a wedding florist that meets your needs.
Venue Site Visit for Your Destination Wedding in France
Importance of visiting the wedding venue for a destination wedding is significant because of the details you will discover that you hadn’t thought about until seeing your venue. Taking the time to travel to France and arranging with your wedding designer will pay off in the long run with peace of mind and an enjoyable stress free wedding day.
Behind the Scene of a Wedding Florist
All kinds of work is going on even before you walk down the aisle with your beautiful bridal bouquet. What are all the activities a wedding florist does behind the scene?