Location & Venue: Château de Tourreau, Provence, France
Guest Experience: Multi-day destination wedding weekend with garden party reception and poolside after-party
Design Narrative: Classic French garden design inspired by the château's iconic blue shutters
Key Features: Courtyard ceremony, bespoke mini golf course, trellis escort card installation, hand-printed linens

HIGHLIGHTS

A sun-drenched destination wedding in the South of France inspired by timeless French elegance and thoughtful personalisation

Freya and Josh celebrated their marriage with a multi-day wedding weekend at Château de Tourreau, one of Provence's most iconic private estates. Bringing together family and friends from around the world, the celebration embraced the relaxed glamour of the French Riviera while drawing inspiration from the château's distinctive blue shutters and elegant architecture.

The ceremony took place in the château's courtyard, framed by its iconic façade and lined with garden roses, seasonal foliage, and delicate pastel florals. Soft hues complemented both the setting and the guests' pastel dress code, creating a romantic atmosphere beneath the Provençal sunshine. Captured by photographer Holly Clark, the ceremony reflected the effortless beauty of the South of France.

Following the vows, guests gathered on the lawns for a French garden party-inspired cocktail reception. A bespoke mini golf course, complete with personalised golf balls, paid tribute to Josh's love of golf, while roaming musicians, flowing champagne, and seasonal canapés created a relaxed and celebratory atmosphere throughout the afternoon.

Inspired by the château's iconic shutters, a hand-painted trellis motif appeared throughout the celebration, from the escort card display and bars to bespoke stationery and embroidered details. Dinner was served beneath the Provençal sky, where guests enjoyed a seasonal French menu paired with exceptional wines. As daylight faded, live entertainment led guests onto a custom blue dance floor inspired by the château's shutters before celebrations continued late into the night. The weekend concluded with a spritz-fuelled poolside after-party beneath the Riviera sun.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Planning a luxury destination wedding in France requires expert management of international logistics, venue coordination, guest experience, supplier sourcing, and design. Alice Wilkes Design oversees every aspect of the planning process, creating seamless celebrations that feel effortless while delivering exceptional experiences for couples and their guests.

Yes. Alice Wilkes Design specialises in luxury weddings at exclusive private estates throughout France, including Château de Tourreau. We create highly personalised celebrations that respond to the property's architecture, landscape, and atmosphere, ensuring every detail feels considered and cohesive.

Every wedding begins with the couple's story, interests, and vision. We draw inspiration from the venue, destination, and personal details to create a unique design narrative, incorporating custom installations, bespoke stationery, tailored guest experiences, and meaningful decorative elements throughout the celebration.

Yes. We specialise in multi-day destination wedding celebrations throughout the South of France, curating complete wedding weekends that may include welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, wedding celebrations, after-parties, pool gatherings, and personalised guest experiences.

Thoughtful personalisation is central to our design approach. Whether through custom-built experiences, bespoke entertainment, personalised details, or unique guest activities, we create moments that feel authentic to each couple while maintaining a refined and elevated aesthetic.

If you’re envisioning a wedding that feels thoughtful, beautifully designed, and unrivaled in detail, we would love to hear more about your celebration and explore how we can bring it to life.

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