Location: Ulm • Baden-Württemberg • Germany
Although the shoot took place in Germany, the creative team drew from French origins, paying homage to La Belle et la Bête the fairy tale that inspired Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The Baroque library at Kloster Wiblingen provided a grand setting, its gilded details and frescoed ceilings evoking the story’s opulent castle. Photographer Kathy Baerg led the vision, translating cinematic romance into modern editorial form. The colour palette red, gold, royal blue, and white—mirrored the film’s regal aesthetic, while baroque elements echoed the luxury of the story’s setting. The atmosphere balanced nostalgia and artistry, showing how a fairy tale could become tangible in elegant, contemporary form.
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Roses, Books, and the Story’s Iconic Symbols Reimagined
Central to the styling was the red rose, the emblem of both curse and devotion in the tale. The florist crafted a sculptural bouquet from dozens of small blooms, while red roses appeared again on Prince Adam’s attire, within the layered cake design, and as accents on pastries and table settings. In homage to Belle’s love of reading, the team photographed her among shelves of centuries-old books, her delight captured as she explored the library that might have been her wedding venue. The ornate architecture, frescoes, and marble tones framed every scene with theatrical beauty, grounding the fantasy in history and craftsmanship.
Dance, Design, and a Modern Approach to the Fairy Tale Wedding
The editorial captured the transformative dance between Belle and the Beast, reinterpreted as a moment of connection and movement beneath painted ceilings. The costumes nodded to the film’s most iconic scene: Belle’s flowing gown and Prince Adam’s richly detailed jacket. Photographer Kathy Baerg, one of Europe’s most imaginative wedding photographers, focused on texture, light, and emotion, turning a classic story into a modern visual narrative. The creative team’s message resonated beyond design—encouraging couples to embrace individuality, celebrate boldly, and let personality lead. Their interpretation proved that even a fairy tale wedding can feel refined, expressive, and utterly original.
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