Reed and Julian’s wedding at Château d’Oche unfolded like a quiet, cinematic love story – intimate, symbolic and grounded in deep personal meaning. Travelling from North Carolina to the Périgord Vert region of France, the couple chose a destination that naturally echoed their vision: green landscapes, historic architecture and an atmosphere that felt serene, romantic and timeless. Captured by Cleya Asulon, the château itself set the tone, with sculptural lines and countryside aesthetic shaping every moment of the celebration. Planned with the help of Best Events Company, the couple designed their day around a powerful symbol: the swan. Representing devotion, grace and eternal love, the motif appeared thoughtfully throughout the wedding.
The perfect (personalized) details
This was a deeply personal celebration from the ceremony that was officiated by the groom’s sister and heartfelt personal anecdotes throughout.
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Classic black (bow) tie style
The groom and his groomsmen wore classic black tie for a forever-elegant look.
Draped & textured ceremony
The bride walked down the aisle alone before the couple slipped away to the chapel to read to each other private vows.
Post-ceremony private vows
The couple’s moment in the chapel was shared away from their guests so this could be intimate, intentional and a space to deeply connect with one another.
Custom-embroidered handkerchiefs
Emotional details continued throughout the day with embroidered handkerchiefs gifted to their parents as keepsakes. Their wedding rings were handcrafted by close friends, turning the symbols of their union into objects infused with love, history and artistry.
Palette: ivory, pearl, sage & natural greens
The overall wedding design leaned into soft, romantic features with a color palette of ivory, pearl, sage and natural greens from Le Coeur Sauvage to reflect the region and the couple’s love for calm, organic beauty. Stationery carried the signature green tones, the florals were relaxed and garden-inspired, and the entire aesthetic balanced refinement with lightness.
Swan-shaped escort cards
Swan-shaped escort cards subtly extended this thread of symbolism, blending narrative and design in a way that felt cohesive and refined.
Intimate dinner lit by string lights
The celebration flowed into an outdoor dinner beneath string lights, where intimacy and conversation shaped the evening.
Fun detail: custom pink checkered dance floor
A custom pink checkered dancefloor added a modern, playful contrast to the softness of the styling, setting the stage for a fun night of celebrations.
Music for every moment
Live music, a pianist during cocktails and a violinist during the ceremony elevated the atmosphere while friends crafted a personalized DJ set that transformed the party into something warm, spirited and unmistakably personal.
Generational cake topper
The cake was adorned with swans inherited from the bride’s parents’ own wedding – a meaningful heirloom that created an emotional connection between generations.
Balletcore bridal style
The bride’s outfit change told the guests that the party was starting as she wore a ballet core-inspired skater dress paired with ballerinas, mixing delicacy with a contemporary edge. It was a fresh, expressive and memorable bridal outfit and a perfect reflection of her fashion-forward identity.
A wedding day built on symbolism
Reed and Julian’s wedding stood out for its sincerity, symbolism and thoughtful design. It wasn’t built on spectacle, but on meaning – a celebration where family, friends and connection played a huge role in the day.
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