Location: near Avignon • Provence • South of France
Under the Provençal sun, Nina and Ian gathered 105 guests for a vibrant destination wedding at Château Val Joanis, a romantic Provencal vineyard estate for weddings and private events known for its sculpted gardens and views of the Luberon hills. The couple, who met at the Cannes Film Festival, sought to blend the glamour of the Côte d’Azur with the relaxed warmth of the countryside. Their celebration, captured by Caroline Cuinet Wellings, unfolded as a joyful union of cultures and style Indian heritage meeting French artistry. Every detail of the rustic chateau in the south of France reflected thoughtful design, from the garden ceremony to the courtyard dinner beneath olive trees and candlelight.
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A Saree-Inspired Gown and a Ceremony of Two Cultures
Nina wore a Tadashi Shoji gown from BHLDN a crinkled silk chiffon design that draped like a saree, subtly nodding to her Indian heritage. Her look combined elegance and sentiment, completed with Jimmy Choo Ivette sandals for the ceremony and Valentino Rockstuds for the evening. The couple’s friend officiated a heartfelt ceremony that blended Western vows with the Hindu Saptapadi, or seven steps of marriage. The result was both personal and symbolic, reflecting their story and shared values in the Provençal sun. Guests cheered as laughter filled the garden, setting the tone for a day of joy and ease.
Design, Flavour, and Provençal Atmosphere
The courtyard dinner celebrated local flavour and understated design. Et Voilà Weddings paired simplicity with sophistication: glass vases filled with green and white blooms, olive branches resting on each plate, and cork name holders crafted from the estate’s own wines. The menu highlighted Provençal gastronomy lobster, duck, and pâtisserie served alongside the vineyard’s rosé and red wines. As the evening deepened, Caroline Cuinet Wellings, one of Provence’s admired wedding photographers, captured the play of candlelight and colour, preserving a celebration defined by authenticity, artistry, and affection.
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