A Beauty and the Beast Wedding Editorial in a Baroque Library

A Beauty and the Beast-inspired wedding editorial at Kloster Wiblingen's Baroque library with red roses, gold accents, and cinematic styling by photographer Kathy Baerg.

By Sophie Laurent | Published 21 October 2020

A Beauty and the Beast Wedding Editorial in a Baroque Library

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Inspired by La Belle et la Bete, this editorial reimagined the fairy tale within the Baroque library at Kloster Wiblingen. Photographer Kathy Baerg led the creative vision, translating a palette of red, gold, and royal blue into a celebration of romance, heritage, and cinematic beauty among centuries-old frescoes and gilded columns.

Photography

Kathy Baerg

Venue

Kloster Wiblingen

Region

Germany, France

Couple

Getting Ready

A groom portrait taken indoors, likely inside a chateau or historic venue library, with ornate plasterwork and an arched stained-glass window visible in the background. The groom is wearing a navy blue paisley-patterned suit jacket and matching waistcoat, a white dress shirt, and a dark navy knot tie, with a deep red rose and fern boutonniere on his lapel. He is looking downward at a gold pocket watch and chain held in his hand, posed leaning against the window ledge. Antique leather-bound books on dark shelving are visible to the left, along with a small wine glass, adding to the classic, library setting of the portrait.

A getting-ready portrait of a bride seated indoors, smiling as she looks down at a small ornate handheld mirror she holds toward the camera. She is wearing a white long-sleeved lace wedding dress with a sheer illusion neckline and intricate floral lace detailing across the bodice. Her dark hair is styled in an updo with soft face-framing pieces, and her makeup includes defined brows, winged eyeliner, and a warm nude lip. The background is softly blurred but suggests an indoor setting with warm wood tones and gold accents. The composition is a close-up portrait with the mirror slightly out of focus in the foreground.

Inside the Baroque library at Kloster Wiblingen, the couple danced between towering pink marble columns and frescoed ceilings. The bride explored the shelves of centuries-old books with visible delight, paying homage to Belle's love of reading. Kathy Baerg captured each scene with theatrical framing that balanced fantasy with editorial precision.

Bridal Portraits

A couple portrait taken indoors in what appears to be an ornate, art-filled venue featuring a large white and gold statue and teal-painted decorative columns with bookshelves visible in the background. The bride wears a white gown with long sheer lace sleeves, a lace bodice with button-back detail, and an upswept hairstyle adorned with a floral gold and blush hair piece and drop earrings; a tattoo is visible on her upper arm. The groom wears a navy blue paisley-patterned three-piece suit with a matching tie and a deep red rose boutonniere with green foliage. The composition is a close-up portrait with the bride facing away from camera and the groom looking directly into the lens, with a classic, editorial styling aesthetic.

A bridal portrait taken indoors in what appears to be a historic library or study, with floor-to-ceiling wooden bookshelves filled with antique leather-bound books and a marble or stone column visible to the left. The bride stands alone, holding a small dark red object — possibly a book or clutch — close to her chest with both hands. She wears a white ballgown with an illusion neckline, long sheer lace-appliquéd sleeves, and a full tulle skirt. Her dark hair is pulled up with a delicate headpiece, and she accessorizes with chandelier earrings and a ring. The composition is a medium portrait shot with soft natural light coming from the left, creating gentle contrast against the darker bookshelf background.

A close-up portrait of a bride and groom in an indoor setting with warm, softly blurred architectural details visible in the background. The groom gently kisses the bride's temple while embracing her from behind; both have their eyes closed. The bride wears a white lace wedding dress with sheer off-shoulder sleeves and an updo hairstyle adorned with a delicate floral hair piece and drop floral earrings. The groom wears a navy blue jacquard-patterned suit jacket with a boutonnière featuring deep red roses and green foliage. The overall styling leans toward a classic-romantic aesthetic with a rich, jewel-toned accent color in the florals.

The couple posed before a large white and gold statue in an art-filled corridor, their formal attire echoing the Baroque grandeur surrounding them. Kathy Baerg used the library's dramatic scale to frame intimate moments, each portrait gaining depth from the marble floors, painted ceilings, and gilded architectural details.

Reception

A bride and groom share a champagne toast indoors, laughing and looking at each other in a close portrait-style shot. The groom wears a navy blue patterned suit jacket with a dark tie, and the bride wears a lace illusion-neckline wedding gown with her dark hair pinned up and adorned with a small gold floral hair accessory. The foreground features tall white pillar candles in gold holders and deep red roses, creating a rich, jewel-toned decor palette. The background reveals ornate interior architecture with blue and gold decorative columns and white sculptural details, suggesting a historic chateau or palace setting.

A styled wedding reception tablescape photographed inside an ornate Baroque library or palace hall featuring floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, gilded stucco ceiling details, tall green marble columns with gold capitals, and white classical statues. The long dining table is dressed with a deep royal blue tablecloth and decorated with red roses, scattered rose petals, fern greenery, and tall thin gold taper candlesticks with white candles. Place settings include white teacups and saucers with gold-rimmed charger plates, and small decorative gold and red figurines are placed along the table runner. The overall decor palette is bold red, royal blue, and gold with a dramatic, fairy-tale-inspired theme. Wide shot taken from a slightly elevated angle facing the table head-on. Potential venue feature image.

A bride and groom stand hand-in-hand inside an ornate baroque-style library or palace hall, viewed from behind as they look toward the elaborately decorated interior featuring pink and green marble columns, gilded detailing, and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The bride wears a white off-the-shoulder ball gown with a long train, and the groom is dressed in a dark navy patterned suit. A long reception table runs along the left side of the frame, draped in deep royal blue linen and set with gold charger plates, tall candles, and a lush runner of red roses and dark green foliage; gold oval-back chairs line both sides of the table. The composition is a wide portrait shot capturing both the couple and the full grandeur of the venue interior. Potential venue feature image.

The couple shared a champagne toast indoors, laughing and leaning close in a portrait-style frame against the library's gilded backdrop. Reception details included a five-tier cake decorated in red, gold, and royal blue, displayed on a round table dressed in deep blue linen. Pastries with rose accents and layered confections continued the tale's regal palette.

Design and Details

A close-up detail shot of a single artificial red rose with a gold metallic stem and leaves, placed on an ornate cream and gold decorative plate or charger with floral detailing. A few scattered red petals surround the base of the rose. The composition is framed by soft, out-of-focus cream fabric draping in the foreground, and the background shows a miniature or painted baroque-style architectural setting with cream and gold tones, suggesting a fairy-tale or Beauty and the Beast themed styled shoot or wedding decor concept. The overall decor palette is cream, gold, and red, consistent with a classic fairy-tale styling theme.

Close-up detail shot of a five-tier wedding cake displayed on a round table covered in a royal blue linen. The cake is ivory with elaborate gold fondant baroque-style scrollwork, swags, and ornamental details on every tier. The center tier features a painted fondant panel depicting an interior ballroom scene with a red rose under a glass dome, framed by ivory fondant curtains draped with gold trim. The cake sits on a red base board. Scattered across the table are deep red rose petals, and a small glass cloche containing a red rose is placed beside the cake. The background features a decorative circular iron window grille, suggesting an indoor venue with architectural detailing. The overall design theme is clearly inspired by the Beauty and the Beast fairytale, with a classic, ornate French baroque aesthetic.

A portrait of a groom raising a crystal champagne flute and smiling, photographed indoors in what appears to be an ornate historic library or reading room with book-lined shelves and decorative frescoed ceiling visible in the background. The groom wears a navy blue paisley brocade jacket and matching waistcoat with black button closures, dark trousers, a white dress shirt, and a dark tie. His boutonniere features a deep crimson red rose with fern greenery. The shot is a medium portrait with soft background blur keeping focus on the groom.

A groom's outfit detail shot taken indoors in what appears to be a library or book-lined room. A navy blue brocade jacket with a subtle floral or paisley jacquard pattern is displayed on a hanger against built-in bookshelves painted teal-blue, filled with aged leather-bound books. A white dress shirt and a gold wooden bow tie are visible beneath the jacket. The shelves are fronted with hexagonal wire mesh, and a glass pendant light with a brass fixture hangs above. Two tall reddish-brown marbled columns frame the composition on either side. The shot is a vertical portrait-style detail image highlighting the groom's attire styling choices within a classic, book-filled interior setting.

The five-tier wedding cake stood as the centrepiece, its layers alternating between gold-brushed fondant and red floral cascades that mirrored the tale's iconic rose. Red roses appeared again on Prince Adam's attire and within the pastry display, weaving the story's symbolism through every styled surface.

Flat Lays

Close-up detail shot of a bride holding a tan leather-bound book, likely containing her wedding vows. She is wearing a white lace gown with an illusion neckline, floral lace appliqué bodice, and long sheer lace sleeves with scalloped cuffs. A rose gold engagement ring and wedding band are visible on her left hand. The composition is tightly cropped to the torso and hands, emphasizing the dress detailing and the rings.

A flat lay composition of a wedding stationery suite arranged on a neutral blush-toned surface. The suite includes a dinner menu card, a cocktails menu card, a monogram card, and a place card reading 'Veronika,' all featuring a consistent design of blush pink roses, olive green foliage, and gold script typography with gold border details. Accompanying the stationery are two gold wedding bands, a coiled blush pink satin ribbon, a fresh dark red rose bud, a green wax seal tag with gold monogram initials, and two fern fronds used as styling props.

Close-up detail shot of a pair of ivory satin bridal heels with crystal-embellished heel and back strap detailing, placed on a light marble or stone surface. The shoes feature an open toe, slim stiletto heel, and a large rhinestone brooch-style ornament at the back. The background shows an ornate wooden door panel with gold gilt decorative hardware in a baroque or classical style, rendered slightly out of focus to keep the shoes as the primary subject.

A detail close-up flat lay showing a yellow gold engagement ring with a round solitaire diamond and pavé-set side stones, displayed in an open navy blue velvet ring box against a cream surface. A single deep red rose is positioned in the lower portion of the frame, and the corner of a blush pink gift box is partially visible on the left side. The styling uses a classic red and navy color palette, suggesting a formal or traditional wedding aesthetic.

An ornate gold Baroque picture frame laid on the tiled floor served as the anchor for a dessert display, with macarons, miniature tarts, and rose-topped treats arranged within its borders. Nearby, red and gold stationery details and jewelled accessories extended the fairy-tale colour palette across every flat surface.

Venue

Baroque chapel facade framed through a stone archway with cobblestone courtyard and flanking pink buildings

This image shows the interior of a grand Baroque hall, captured from a low upward-looking angle emphasizing the ornate ceiling fresco and architectural details. The ceiling is painted with large-scale figurative scenes featuring angels, clouds, and classical figures in soft blues, pinks, oranges, and golds. The walls feature gilded stucco ornamentation, marbled columns in deep red and green tones, and built-in bookshelves with blue-painted balcony railings across two levels, suggesting this is a historic library or palace hall. No people, couple, or wedding activity are visible in this image. Potential venue feature image.

A wide-angle architectural shot framed through a large stone archway, looking across a cobblestone courtyard toward a substantial historic church or chapel building. The structure features pale sandstone masonry, tall arched windows, a dark wood ornate baroque entrance portal, a salmon-pink rendered upper section, and multiple steep dark red/brown tiled pyramid-shaped roof towers. Flanking wings of pink-rendered buildings with red tile roofs are visible on either side. No people are present in the image. The composition uses the archway as a natural frame, creating strong symmetry and depth. Potential venue feature image.

The interior of Kloster Wiblingen's Baroque hall rose to a frescoed ceiling of heavenly proportions. Pink marble columns, gilded balustrades, and towering bookshelves filled with leather-bound volumes provided a setting that needed no embellishment. The ornate architecture itself became the most powerful design element.