Location: Dordogne • Nouvelle-Aquitaine • South of France
Château de Lacoste, an unforgettable wedding chateau with breathtaking views offered the perfect setting for Laura and Brian’s relaxed yet elegant summer wedding. Overlooking the golden landscapes of the Dordogne, the luxury wedding chateau’s honey-coloured stone and peaceful gardens set the tone for a celebration filled with warmth, laughter, and a touch of British-Irish charm. Guests travelled from across Europe for a week of sunshine, great food, and easygoing French hospitality. For Laura and Brian, who wanted a destination that encouraged everyone to unwind and celebrate together, this tranquil corner of the South of France became the ideal choice.
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Personal Touches and Rustic French Style
The couple embraced a soft, rustic aesthetic with hand-crafted details made by Laura herself from wooden easels and raffia-tied ceremony booklets to cork place cards and wine-bottle signage. Château de Lacoste‘s on-site chapel hosted their humanist ceremony, led by Celebrants in France, while live music by Musique-Wedding-Receptions created an atmosphere of warmth and intimacy. Florals by Art-et-Fleurs echoed the bride’s old-rose bouquet in soft pinks and purples, perfectly matching the bridesmaids’ dusky dresses. Dinner was served outdoors beneath glowing light, where local produce and wines celebrated the best of the Dordogne. The evening ended with dancing, laughter, and even an impromptu poolside “trash the dress” moment a memory their guests will never forget.
Planned to Perfection and Captured with Heart
The day ran seamlessly under the guidance of Beth Stretton from Marry Me in France, a luxury wedding planner in France, whose calm expertise ensured every moment unfolded effortlessly. From coordinating speeches to managing candles and catering, her attention to detail allowed the couple to truly relax and enjoy the celebration. The event was photographed by Karen McGowran, one of the most creative wedding photographers in South West France, whose natural and unobtrusive style captured every smile and small detail. Her post-wedding shoot in the nearby village of Daglan provided a romantic epilogue a fitting close to a week that blended French charm, heartfelt moments, and the joy of a countryside wedding done beautifully.
