A Blush and White Romantic Springtime Wedding in France

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Bonjour lovely blog readers, I hope this wonderfully pretty wedding finds you well. Today we’re heading over to the exquisite coast of Brittany where Caroline, a Lead Care Manager and her French husband Romain, a New Client Development Account Manager – had their civil wedding on the 24th of April this year with their religious ceremony taking place the next day.

It’s such a pleasure to have blogged these elegant nuptials – with images captured by photographer Hannah Duffy. The couple said their bilingual vows in the same church Romain’s parents were married in and in which he was christened in the village of Trégarvan in France.

Photography by Hannah Duffy

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

“We both like quite traditional styles so we wanted to have a traditional wedding whilst still reflecting both our English and French backgrounds. Our bridesmaids were in a blush pink colour so this colour was also picked up in our flowers and decorations along with creams and ivories.”

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Emmy Shoes

I’m sure that the simple, timeless elegance of the images below will enchant you, it has reminded me that I would love to visit north-western France again, maybe very soon!

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.The elegant reception was held beachside at Hôtel de la Plage in Sainte Anne la Palud near Quimper, Brittany. The French Wedding Show in London proved an invaluable resource while planning their elegant French wedding from England, for those of you getting married across the channel it’s well worth checking out.

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

The bridesmaids wore their long blush dresses by D’Zage from Bromley Brides with silver pointed flats from high street favourite Zara and an initial necklace. The adorable flower girl’s white tulle dress was topped off with a gorgeous gypsophilia flower crown.

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Caroline’s stunning dress and veil were handmade by Judy Mott in Tunbridge Wells, allowing the bride to have a greater input in the exact details of her gorgeous gown. She finished her look with her mum’s diamond earrings, a pair of Emmy Shoes, custom made with mother of pearl details and a matching headband. Romain’s sister was on hand to give the bride her fresh faced look.

“I had a very specific idea of what I was looking for and I just couldn’t find it in ready-to-wear dresses. I found Judy and was over the moon with how the dress turned out – it was exactly as I had envisioned it! I love lace and silk covered buttons. The silk we chose was so beautiful and I was able to select the exact pattern of lace and shade of silk I wanted.”

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Caroline met Romain while on a study year in Dortmund, Germany during their degrees. Upon finishing university, Romain moved to England. In September 2013, the couple got engaged in their hotel suite in Paris, the city of love overlooking the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. Lucky girl!

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

The couple were over the moon with the images of their civil and religious ceremonies, both captured by UK based photographer Hannah Duffy.

“We would highly recommend Hannah. She is extremely professional and discreet, put everyone at ease and most importantly took absolutely beautiful photos.”

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Moss Bros hire took care of suits for the groom, groomsmen and two page boys. The all wore silk ties purchased on Jermyn street in London. Romain got handmade cufflinks with his initials from Dominic Walmsley Jewellers in Riverhead, Kent.

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

“Our Favourite part of the day was having all of our friends and family in the same place at the same time and seeing the French and the English all getting along well together despite the language barrier! The day was perfect and we would not change a thing…”

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.
Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

From the UK but now based in France, the couple found their florist Jennifer Moss at The French Wedding Show in London. Using a muted colour palette of blush and white, she created the blousey and romantic arrangements perfectly suited to a wedding by the sea.

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Words of Wedded Wisdom

“It’s never too early to start planning, and it will take some of the pressure off later down the line. Try to use the skills of friends and family where you can to save on costs. Although hand-making all our stationary was time consuming, we could have exactly what we wanted and they are individual!

Also, savour every moment of the day because it will go past in a flash!”

Romance by the Sea - A Blush and White Springtime Wedding in France. Photography by Hannah Duffy.

Huge thanks to Caroline and Romain for allowing us to share your beautiful wedding day with our readers. A massive thanks to Hannah Duffy for providing us with the gorgeous images you see before you, her blog is well worth a peruse if you are on the lookout for a fabulous photographer for your own big day,

Love Caoimhe xx

 

Photographer – Hannah Duffy
Venue – Hôtel de la Plage, Sainte Anne la Palud, Brittany, France
Wedding Dress and Veil – Judy Mott Couturier, Tunbridge Wells
Headband – Emmy
Shoes – Emmy Shoes
Bride’s Scent/perfume – Chanel Gardenia
Groom – Moss Bros Suit + Church’s Shoes
Bridesmaids – D’Zage dresses from Bromley Brides
Flowergirls – One Special Day
Groomsmen – Moss Bros
Florist – Jennifer Moss, found at The French Wedding Show
Cake – Kate Trend
Entertainment – Good Time Jazz, France
Rings – Flawless Jewellery, Westerham, Kent
Hair Stylist – Local Hairstylist in France
Makeup Artist – Romain’s sister, Julie

Caoimhe Anderson

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Caoimhe will never tire of beautiful wedding dress and a blooming flower crown. When she's not lusting after a gorgeous wedding she will be trying new vegetarian recipes, knitting very slowly or capturing a pink sunset from behind a camera lens.

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