We’ve written about Chateau Challain before, so you know how dreamy this destination wedding venue is. We just received this awesome film short of an actual celebrity wedding at the Chateau.  We just have to share!

Coco Rocha is a gorgeous, internationally-known fashion model, having appeared on the cover of Vogue in Italy, Korea, Mexico, Latin American – oh, you get the picture.  She’s also been seen on the catwalk for Prada, Dolce & Gabana, Versache and other exquisite fashion powerhouses.  Coco found her soul mate, and they were recently wed during a glorious ceremony at Chateau Challain in the Loire Valley.  Comme c’est romantique!

Sit back and prepare to be amazed (and maybe grab a tissue, because it is that beautiful!)

Coco + James // Short film from Americana Cinema on Vimeo.

Happy planning!

Fleur de lis magnifique for your French-inspired wedding celebration…

While doing a little wedding menu research (we all love to help our Amanda with the wedding plans, you know), we found the most remarkable place to tell you about – it’s “Wedding Menu Heaven” in our book, and we think it will be for you, too.  Just look!

Chateau Challain is in the Loire Valley in France, about 30 minutes outside the town of Angers, or ninety minutes from Paris via TGV (high speed train.)   According to owner Cynthia Nicholson, guests for your wedding feast can be accommodated both inside the chateau or outside on the beautiful grounds. The chateau offers it’s own in-house chef for your culinary pleasure or, if you prefer, the skills of an exclusive,  Michelin star chef can be at your service! Here are a few of the menu choices to whet your bridal appetite:

You can almost taste the descriptions!

• Carpaccio of freshly smoked salmon with Japanese seasonings
• Muslen greens with smoked ham and fresh parmesan
• Breast of duck or goose drizzled in an orange sauce with a hint of chocolate (oh swoon!)

Incidentally, if you are looking for a romantic, unforgettable destination wedding venue, a small chapel is available at the chateau, or a beautiful cathedral is just across the way. Cynthia and her insightful florist create the ambiance for your day to your exact specifications, and can also recommend excellent professional photographers to record the moment.

You’ll be thrilled to know that you can honeymoon at the chateau as well.  The rooms and suites are simply breathtaking, aren’t they?

You’ll be thrilled to know that you can honeymoon at the chateau as well.  The rooms and suites are simply breathtaking, aren’t they?

Take a few minutes to dream when you click here to visit the Chateau Challain website or, if you’re ready to make your dream a reality, contact information is available by clicking here!

Excellent reviews from lucky people who’ve stayed at the chateau can be seen here – very highly rated!

PS – if you do go, drop us a line at kate@theaspenbrands.com and send along a few photos.  We’ll be SO jealous!

Happy Dreaming!

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