Wow, do now we have a vacation spot wedding ceremony that may knock your socks off. Irish actual wedding ceremony couple Georgina and Con tied the knot at Château De Garde close to Saint-Emilion within the Southwest of France and their massive day was a real-life fairytale. Their black-tie theme was executed flawlessly, from their elegant stationery to the bridesmaids in black and the assertion but comfortable flower preparations which married child’s breath and roses. Georgina was a imaginative and prescient of ethereal magnificence sporting a sensational tiered organza robe and their backyard ceremony on the garden had a stunning floral ceremony backdrop (full with the prettiest paper parasols for visitors). Their reception dialled up the monochrome magic the place delicate bows stole the present. Prepare in your jaw to drop if you see beautiful photographs by Mark Ward from Awardweddings.

So, earlier than we get to their epically dreamy wedding ceremony day, let’s discover out extra about Georgina and Con’s love story. They’re each from Eire and so they met in Cork metropolis on New Yr’s Eve 2019. Georgina inform us: “That was it we’ve been collectively ever since!”

Con popped the query at dwelling and it’s a day Georgina will cherish endlessly. She displays: “The proposal was within the peak of lockdown in April 2021 in our front room! It was the identical weekend as my birthday and Con was giving me my presents one after the other which had been items of jewelry and for the ultimate one he bought down on one knee, it was great!”

They wished a sunshine-soaked wedding ceremony overseas and so they labored with their wedding ceremony planner to assist discover their dream venue. “Our planner Clementine despatched us a doc with a number of locations to have a look at and the minute we noticed that one we bought a sense about it. It simply suited the precise model we wished. Once we seen it we simply had been in awe of how attractive it was and knew it was the one for us!”

There is not any surprises there, the exclusive-hire, 18th-century chateau gives an imposing backdrop for weddings. The inside blends antiquity and modernity and there are picturesque gardens to discover together with an unique patio and the reception corridor boasts winery views.

The couple had been singing from the identical hymn sheet when it got here to what they wished from their big day. “We agreed we wished good music, good meals and good craic! And I feel we achieved it!” The vibe of the marriage was “traditional, stylish and timeless” and their color palette oozed sophistication with accents of white and black with a contact of gold.

“To be trustworthy, I feel we didn’t have a lot inspiration I simply knew that we wished traditional and timeless. Immediately once I assume that black and white involves thoughts. Groomsmen in tuxedos and bridesmaids in black will all the time look superb in case you ask me!” And she or he is so proper!

Georgina regarded unimaginable in her romantic wedding ceremony gown which had a crepe bodice with a plunge neckline and an ethereal tiered organza skirt. Her Valentino heels introduced a delicate sprint of sparkle and he or she accessorised with pearl drop earrings, a pearl and crystal hair vine with white and pink pearl flowers and a cathedral veil that regarded so lovely within the daylight.

They exchanged vows on August eighth, 2023, and 86 of their nearest and dearest joined them for his or her unforgettable day. Their sun-kissed outside ceremony was held in entrance of the chateau and on the prime of the aisle stood a wonderful floral arch. White sheets had been draped superbly from the darkish wooden construction whereas fairly bursts of gypsophila combined with elegant white roses on prime.

They had been blessed with unimaginable climate and the solar shone brightly. The couple had all bases lined as they even had paper parasols, followers and hats for his or her visitors to maintain cool within the warmth. “Our celebrant Sandie was great. I don’t assume I may pinpoint one half, it was all particular and beautiful. She actually made it lovely.”

After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their visitors basked within the sunshine and environment of affection with an outside cocktail reception.

Poseur tables had been dressed with black tablecloths and white flowers had been held in glass vases. It was a feast of flavour too with a buffet providing a number of great native meals. The magical monochrome palette continued within the reception corridor.

The house is beautifully rustic with uncovered brick partitions and aged wood beams whereas glittering chandeliers and glowing fairy lights solely added to the gorgeous spectacle. Crisp white tablecloths had been the proper basis for the tables the place black taper candles had been positioned in classic brass candleholders and napkins had been tied with candy black satin bows. Gold cutlery completed off the tablescape.

Child’s breath and rose preparations sprung throughout the tables and tea lights gently flickered making a bewitching glow. As to be anticipated, the couple’s wedding ceremony images are completely attractive. They shared an immensely romantic second alone within the winery at sundown. Speak about wow!

Reminiscing on their big day, Georgina says: “I feel the individuals who travelled made it particular. It was great strolling all the way down to the aisle and seeing all of your nearest and dearest in a shocking setting in a special nation. We actually felt the love!”

There are such a lot of wedding ceremony cake options to select from. The couple had a medley of candy treats instead of the normal centrepiece which included chocolate caramel bites and strawberry-topped tartlets.

As for wedding ceremony planning recommendation, Georgina urges {couples} to remain true to themselves. “Don’t take heed to the noise. There’ll lots of opinions.” If you need a cultured first dance music that may get your visitors within the temper for celebrating, take a cue from Georgina and Con.

For his or her first dance as a married couple, they selected Frank Sinatra’s iconic hit Fly Me to the Moon. The pop rock cowl band who performed all through their complete day ensured the environment on the dancefloor was totally electrical. The festivities had been elevated to new ranges of dazzling with a beautiful fireworks show.

Whereas the Southwest of France has many gorgeous honeymoon spots the couple set their sights on extra unique climes as they headed to Saint Lucia within the Caribbean for per week. “The tropical blues and greens in Saint Lucia had been unimaginable!” They jetted to the US after. “We did Nashville and Memphis in Tennessee for week two! Seeing Graceland was a spotlight.”

A really particular thanks to Georgina, Con and Awardweddings for sharing their lovely black-tie chateau wedding ceremony with One Fab Day. There are tonnes extra images to pore over within the gallery under!

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