Fuchsia and Orange Wedding at Domaine de Vignale near Bastia

Fuchsia and Orange chose Domaine de Vignale in South of France for their autumn 2025 wedding. Full gallery + vendor details. Photos by Vincent Pennachio.

By Elena Moretti | Published 5 November 2025
Fuchsia and Orange Wedding at Domaine de Vignale near Bastia

At a Glance

Autumn (2025)

Fuchsia and Orange Wedding at Domaine de Vignale near Bastia

Location: Bastia • CorsicaSouth of France

Chelsea and Nick created a deeply meaningful and joyous Jewish wedding near Bastia in Corsica. The couple successfully honored sacred tradition while embracing a truly vibrant and festive atmosphere, surrounding themselves with their closest family and friends. The backdrop for this spectacular day was the beautiful Domaine de Vignale, a sunlit stone estate near Bastia, known for its grand architecture and lush grounds.

The celebration was filled with palpable energy from start to finish, from emotional rituals to nonstop dancing. Every element was carefully curated to feel both luxurious and personal, transforming the château’s historic Domaine de Vignale, a trusted wedding venue in Corsica, into a stage for a wedding filled with love and culture. The commitment to a vibrant and elegant spirit was visible in every corner, ensuring a sense of refined beauty complemented the celebratory mood. The day was focused on shared cultural heritage and the sheer, unadulterated joy of their union.

Getting Ready

Bride in off-shoulder lace ballgown fastening powder-blue satin bow heels in Provencal whitewashed room

The design of the day was a standout, expertly blending classic elegance with saturated spring color. The creative vision came to life through refined details and a bright palette of fuchsia and orange, which provided a vibrant contrast to the estate’s natural green and warm stone. Planning was expertly handled by Share the Love, a professional wedding coordinator in the South of France, who ensured every corner was styled to feel luxurious yet deeply personal. The florals, led by lush peonies, provided a stunning spring scent that mingled with the warm evening air.

Dinner unfolded in the inner courtyard, surrounded by the estate’s greenery and bathed in candle glow. Place settings were kept intentionally clean and simple, allowing the brilliant color to carry through the florals and textiles. Guests were served a traditional Corsican veal dish, a thoughtful nod to the local culture. The ceremony, officiated by a close friend, provided a highly emotional start to the festivities before everyone moved to the pool terrace. A live saxophonist played over the water during the cocktail hour as laughter and conversation filled the warm evening air, leading seamlessly into the main event.


Ceremony

Couple's celebratory exit with petal toss past Provencal buildings in golden afternoon light
Bride walking aisle with hot pink bouquet past fuchsia-ribboned chairs in Mediterranean garden setting
Couple raising hands after ceremony with hot pink and coral bouquet, white petal-scattered garden aisle
Bride in ballgown and groom in navy suit hold hands at garden altar with vibrant ground-level florals

The celebration was designed to capture the easy rhythm of island life, running late into the night. The party truly began on the lawn after the first dances before everyone returned to the courtyard as the music picked up tempo. The entire atmosphere was captured with heart and precision by Vincent Pennachio, a professional destination wedding photographer, whose focus on movement between tables and arches documented the joyful energy of the crowd.

A key moment of the night was the playful Corsican tradition marking dessert - Chelsea and Nick struck the pièce montée with a champagne bottle, a lively echo of laughter through the stone arches as sugar sparks lit up the air. The saxophonist moved through the crowd, blending into a live playlist that kept guests of all ages dancing until nearly 4 a.m. Every space of the Domaine de Vignale contributed to the atmosphere, from the pool’s reflections to the soft courtyard shadows. This unforgettable night of celebration, dancing, stories, and late-night visits to the buffet provided the perfect, energetic conclusion to their long-awaited “I do.”

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Cocktail Hour

Saxophonist playing beside a swimming pool with rattan lounge seating and coral and peach flower arrangement
Aerial drone view of cocktail hour with 50 guests mingling around swimming pool and lawn at Mediterranean villa

Reception

Round reception tables with cross-back chairs and pink peony centerpieces in a manor courtyard with string lights
Outdoor reception tables with bud vases of coral peonies, peach roses, and blue delphinium on white linen
Bride with sparkler and groom with champagne beside croquembouche in stone-vaulted reception venue
Black and white photo of wedding reception table setting

Couple Portraits

Bride and groom walking hand-in-hand through a vine-covered stone archway toward a sunlit formal garden
Bride leaning on groom's shoulder in garden holding vibrant pink peony and orange rose bouquet
Bride in white lace off-the-shoulder gown and groom in black tuxedo holding hands in a garden with tree canopy above
Groom kisses bride on cheek in walled garden as she holds colorful peony and rose bouquet

Bridal Portraits

Black-and-white portrait of bride in strapless gown with lace gloves holding champagne during cocktail hour
Bride in off-shoulder ivory ball gown with lace sleeves and cathedral train standing in whitewashed Provencal room
Bride in off-the-shoulder lace ball gown holding a vibrant pink peony and coral bouquet by a turquoise arched door
Bride in off-the-shoulder lace ball gown holding hot pink peony and orange rose bouquet in olive grove

Design and Details

Reception place setting with French menu card, silver flatware, and bold orange and pink floral arrangements
Reception table with hot pink roses, neon number eight, fuchsia ribbon napkins, and champagne flutes
Gold mirror welcome sign with orange roses hot pink blooms lavender delphiniums and gloriosa lilies at garden ceremony
Ground-level ceremony flowers of hot pink roses, coral ranunculus, and periwinkle delphiniums with gold monogram

Bridal Party

Bride in white ball gown walking with three bridesmaids in red, purple, and floral outfits on lawn
Bride with three bridesmaids in bold magenta, red, and floral gowns holding hot pink and coral rose bouquets
Bridal party of seven with hot pink and coral bouquets, mismatched colourful bridesmaids gowns, and black tuxedos
Seven-person group portrait with coral and orange bouquets, black tuxedos, yellow gown, and feathered black dress

Flat Lays

Powder blue satin bridal heels with block heel, ankle strap, and twisted knot detail on grey surface
Flat lay with calligraphy envelope gold wax seal terracotta cross velvet ring box and tropical flowers
Sage green botanical invitation with hot pink peonies, orange roses, powder blue bow heels, and gold seal
Forest green botanical stationery suite with wreath illustration and gold wax seal on linen surface

First Look

Bride in off-shoulder lace gown approaches groom in navy tuxedo along a garden path during first look at a Provencal estate
Bride looking over groom's shoulder holding hot pink peony and coral ranunculus bouquet in olive grove

Venue

Pink and white rambling rose shrub against cream building wall with blue-green door
Provencal outbuilding with cream walls, mint shutters, and cascading hot pink climbing roses
Aerial view of Provencal bastide cocktail hour with 70 guests, pool, palm trees, and white canopies

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