A Colorful Wedding at Chateau de Vignee

A WEDDING IN THE BELGIAN ARDENNES

For a fine art wedding photographer like me, Elodie and Christophe’s wedding was truly a gift to photograph. A colorful wedding in the Belgian Ardennes with seas of flowers, a beautiful bride dressed in a Bloomfeld wedding gown, live music throughout the day, and just a really great vibe among the couple and their guests on a sunny day. A wedding photographer in Brussels couldn’t hope for better.

They organized a wedding in a way that highlighted their lives as true bon vivants – delicious food, quality wine, and simply a lot of joy as the foundation for the whole day. They opted for the charm and greenery of Chateau de Vignée, an elegant wedding venue in the Ardennes. The Lesse River served as a picturesque backdrop for the reception, resulting in a day full of enchanting moments.

GETTING MARRIED AT CHATEAU DE VIGNEE

Château de Vignée, a green oasis in the Ardennes, provided the perfect setting for this extraordinary celebration. Renovated in 2020, the castle exudes charm and elegance, offering a retreat overlooking the Lesse River. ARDEN, the in-house restaurant led by Chef Marius Bosmans, emphasizes natural products and creates pure and expressive dishes with vegetables from the castle garden. The culinary experience is complemented by a thoughtful selection of wines and local beers. Conveniently located between Brussels and Luxembourg, Château de Vignée offers four well-equipped rooms and a party tent for various events. With free parking for 60 cars and three charging points for electric cars, the castle combines modern amenities with natural beauty. Whether it’s relaxation in the spa, team-building activities, nature walks, archery, or wine tastings, the castle offers numerous opportunities for both private and professional events, making it the perfect backdrop for unforgettable weddings.

A COLORFUL WEDDING

Elodie and Christophe opted for a lively color palette of pink, gold, and orange, giving their summer, unique wedding a warm undertone. The bridesmaids followed the color theme with various shades of pink, orange, and gold, in mix and match dresses they all chose themselves to feel completely comfortable. The groomsmen, like Christophe, were dressed in blue suits. All men in the same suit completed the picture!

A UNIQUE WEDDING DRESS BY BLOOMFELD

Elodie loves to be different. To be unique. And she sought that in her wedding dress, which she eventually found at Bloomfeld. The third dress she tried on, an original design by Bloomfeld, exuded undeniable class and confirmed her choice. The delicate, detailed lacework, the long sleeves, the slit, and the padded shoulders, along with the textured veil, gave a haute couture look. Elodie seemed to belong on the cover of Vogue magazine with her couture wedding dress.

PLANNING AND DESIGN BY WEDDING PLANNER LA SENSA

With planning, design, and floral arrangements in the hands of La Sensa, Elodie and Christophe saw their vision come to life in a way better than they expected. Kirsten, the creative force behind La Sensa, took the reins and ensured a carefree experience for the couple and their guests. By incorporating floral design and stationery design into her event design, the overall picture became a beautiful ensemble. As a wedding photographer, I will always recommend my couples to work with a wedding planner, preferably one as experienced as La Sensa. That way, as a couple, you can completely let go and enjoy 100% of the big day.

LIVE MUSIC AT EVERY PART OF THE WEDDING

What I personally found incredibly fun about the wedding was the live music in every aspect and every part of the wedding. The ceremony was accompanied by a singer and pianist. The reception that followed was embellished by the charm of the Starlight Band. The party actually started before the first dance, during dinner. This was accompanied by the pianist and singer Damien Flood, who got everyone dancing around the tables. For Elodie, this was a highlight of her day, because so much merriment during dinner before the big party had even begun was truly a surprise. The guests were all warmed up before Cookies and Cream blew the roof off at the evening dance party. After the first dance, the party kicked off. The party was memorable to say the least and it was fantastic to stand as a wedding photographer in the midst of it all.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN THE ARDENNES

As a wedding photographer based in the heart of Europe, I enjoy traveling to the various corners of Europe to capture the most beautiful weddings. But the Belgian Ardennes, so close to home, always hold a special place in my heart. The hills, the nature, and the castles draw me away from the city, I really enjoy it. As a wedding photographer from Antwerp, I am centrally based to easily reach every corner of Belgium and the Netherlands from Utrecht.