An Intimate Elopement shoot in the French Countryside

This intimate elopement editorial planned & styled by RACHAEL ELLEN EVENTS, took place at a charming 17th century chateau in the Champagne region of France. With its tasteful and authentic renovations, CHÂTEAU DE MAIRY is set on 10 hectares of gardens and woodland, serving as the perfect backdrop for this countryside elopement captured by ADELYN BOLING. Drawing inspiration from the quaint surroundings of the small village, the design team – including Vancouver wedding planner WONDERSTRUCK WEDDINGS & EVENTS – chose a neutral palette with a powder blue foundation to produce a classic, and timeless aesthetic. The ornate detailing in the dinner plates and wrought-iron chairs add dimension to the tablescape, with elegant brushed gold accents elevating the overall design. Beautiful paper goods by wedding stationery designer MICHAELA MCBRIDE CALLIGRAPHY have a refined yet organic aesthetic. Candid moments of the couple are framed in crisp, yet soft light, producing an almost ethereal glow. The romantic allure and organic charm of the French countryside will surely inspire couples considering a destination elopement with timeless details.

A huge thank you to Vancouver wedding planner WONDERSTRUCK WEDDINGS & EVENTS for sharing this truly stunning French elopement inspiration with us. This boutique company specialises in bespoke planning and fine art design for the discerning couple. "We believe that wedding planning is more than staging an aesthetically beautiful event — it is taking cues from your personal style, crafting details from your love story, and creating a thoughtful experience for you and your guests. To us, a fine art wedding is timeless and sophisticated, with every modern element perfectly balanced with its classic counterpart. Every detail of your wedding is creatively assembled, and feels like an extension of your art piece — intentional and cohesive in conveying your overall story." You can find out more about them here.

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esigner MICHAELA MCBRIDE CALLIGRAPHY is a valued member of our VENDOR COLLECTIVE. Offering both semi-custom and custom wedding stationery, Michaela McBride Calligraphy is a world renowned calligraphy and design studio based in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand – their services are available worldwide. Specialising in timeless, thoughtful paper goods. You can see more of her work in this Sweet & romantic Charleston bridal session.