Domaine la Blondellerie | Vanessa OIewicz

Published 8 March 2026

At a Glance

Spring (2026)

A Romantic French Countryside Celebration at Domaine la Blondellerie

Camille and Antoine’s wedding was a beautiful blend of old-world French charm and modern style, taking place at Domaine la Blondellerie, a unique wedding venue near the most famous castles of the Loire Valley. This intimate venue offered a personal touch, being the home of Camille’s godmother and a significant part of her family history. The ceremony was held at the Église de Chambord, a picturesque church adorned with fleur-de-lis details, nestled within the grounds of the iconic Loire Valley Château de Chambord. This breathtaking backdrop set the stage for a day filled with love and cultural fusion, celebrating both Camille’s australians roots and Antoine French heritage. The couple’s choice to marry in such meaningful locations added a layer of depth and personal significance to their celebration. The sunlit June day provided the perfect setting for their romantic countryside wedding, making it an unforgettable experience.

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A Romantic Countryside Celebration with Modern Flair

The wedding’s design was a harmonious blend of classic and contemporary elements, curated by Louise Boucher, a talented wedding designer and planner in the Loire Valley. The ceremony at Église de Chambord exuded a fairytale ambiance with a modern twist, featuring calla lilies that echoed the bride’s grandmother’s wedding and green cymbidium orchids for a personal touch. The cocktail hour was set against a rustic-chic backdrop of uncut fields, enhancing the countryside charm with live jazz. The reception decor was a mix of antique glassware and rows of candlelight, balanced with clean, modern menus crafted by a friend. Camille’s fashion choices were equally thoughtful, with a dress by Danielle Frankel that transformed from a traditional church look to a sleek, backless design for the evening. The floral arrangements, including dancing lady orchids reminiscent of the bride’s childhood in Hong Kong, added a layer of personal significance and modern flair.

Evening Candlelit Reception Celebrating Camille & Antoine

The reception was a celebration of warmth and effortless elegance, perfectly captured by Vanessa Olewicz’s documentary-style photography. Guests enjoyed a candlelit dinner, followed by a surprise fireworks display under the stars, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The couple’s love for celebration was evident as they danced until sunrise, ensuring everyone felt the joyous energy of the day. Vanessa’s use of analog photography added a nostalgic touch, with images that captured genuine emotions and fleeting moments. This artistic approach highlighted the intimate connections and unspoken bonds shared throughout the celebration. The overall experience was a testament to the couple’s vision of a heartfelt and cinematic wedding, blending modernity with timeless romance.

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Getting Ready

The Ceremony

The Bride & Groom

The Reception

The Design & Details

Getting Ready

Black-and-white close-up of makeup artist applying lipstick to bride wearing white robe during getting ready
Groom fastening black leather monk strap shoes wearing charcoal pinstripe trousers and white dress shirt
Black-and-white shot of bridesmaid helping bride into her wedding dress in a chateau bedroom with toile wallpaper
Ivory satin wedding dress reflected in gold-framed mirror on blue and white toile wallpaper in French interior

Ceremony

White calla lily arrangement on church steps with scattered petals and ceremony booklet
Couple exits stone church doorway as guests throw white rose petals, bride carrying chartreuse orchid bouquet
Polaroid-style photo of bride and groom kissing on stone steps with confetti petals and cathedral veil
Wedding ceremony in a chapel

Cocktail Hour

Bride and groom pouring champagne into a coupe glass tower at outdoor cocktail hour while guests cheer and clap
Aerial golden hour view of 100 guests at cocktail hour on lawn of ivy-covered French manor
Two male guests in charcoal suits with green ties holding champagne at outdoor bar on film
Black and white photo of wedding cocktail hour

Reception

Couple celebrating at entrance while bridal party waves from windows across three-storey manor facade
Bride and groom see decorated barn reception for first time with gold chandelier and acrylic chairs
Silver-rimmed charger with illustrated champagne-coupe place card and crystal glasses on white linen
Wedding reception table setting

Couple Portraits

Couple in golden grass field bride in ivory halter satin gown holding orchid bouquet groom in black morning coat
Black and white wide shot of couple departing in vintage white MGB convertible on gravel drive
Groom carrying bride over shoulder in golden field, bride in ivory halter-neck satin dress laughing
Groom lifts laughing bride in satin halter gown with braided updo in open field in B&W

Bridal Portraits

Black and white portrait of laughing bride holding bouquet inside vintage car with flowing veil
Bridal portrait

Design and Details

Cocktail table with yellow orchid and green hydrangea centerpiece, silver clutch bags, and wine glasses on white linen
Wedding reception table setting with white pillar candles in hurricane holders, crystal glasses, gold cutlery, and persona...

Bridal Party

Three bridesmaids in olive and sage dresses with three groomsmen in charcoal suits outside stone mairie entrance
Black and white of four groomsmen in dark suits with sunglasses posing before Chateau de Chambord Renaissance facade

Flat Lays

Gold block-heel bridal shoes beside brass lamp on walnut dresser with blue toile de Jouy wallpaper

Venue

White-rendered French country house entrance with green shutters, stone dog statues, and bistro furniture
Black-and-white aerial photograph of a Renaissance chateau with formal garden parterres and surrounding woodland
Exterior of in a chapel
Black and white photo of interior of

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