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J’aime les Food trucks!
Posted 7th September 2014
As you might already know, it is a French tradition to have a meal on the day following the wedding: this is called Retour de Noces and it is a wonderful opportunity to make the most of your guests in a laid back atmosphere. We, at The Chateau Bee, love Read more
The Rise of the Eclair
Posted 22nd June 2014
Eclair is undoubtedly one of my favourites pastry…so I love the idea of having an “Eclair Tower” instead of the traditional Pièce Montée at the end of the wedding meal.The new, trendy and parisian shop “Eclair de Genie” specialises in éclairs. The Eclair Guru, Christophe Adam, concocted some receipes that Read more
Orient Express…A mythic trip
Posted 28th April 2014
You might have dreamt at some point to take a journey on the mythical Orient Express, to feel like James Bond, Hercule Poirot or a Prince from Istanbul…So why not go for it for your honeymoon? A London-Venice trip will cost you £1190 (2 days/1night) This includes a Brunch with Read more
Love Locks – Les cadenas d’Amour…
Posted 6th April 2014
Although it stirred controversy over the past few months, Les Cadenas D’Amour du Pont des Arts et du Pont de L’Archeveché (pictured above) are a must-see if you plan a romantic trip to Paris. If you feel drawn to follow the trend, get a padlock, put your initials on it, Read more
I love Glamping!
Posted 2nd April 2014
I love this new trend of camping in unusual spaces such as yurts, tree houses, transparent bubbles hanging from tree branches, gipsy caravans etc… My husband and I have spent a couple of weekends in these magical places…they are like a child’s dream, an earthy heaven and we, at The Read more
Bespoke Shoes made in Paris
Posted 30th March 2014
I believe each woman has a little pair of shoes in mind… A special shoe you have always dreamt of, with little hope to see one day in a shop. My ideal shoes would probably be some vintage brogues, silver, orange & purple. Well, we can now make our wishes Read more
Naked Sponge Cakes – The New Fashion
Posted 17th March 2014
I love naked cakes. I think the reason why they are so popular nowadays is because people are willing to have authentic weddings with high quality products and personalised designs, rather than traditional bling wedding cakes. Just top up your naked cake with berries, small or big flowers, herbs, buds Read more
Flower Lollipops
Posted 2nd March 2014
A pretty and yummy DIY idea for a wedding favour or just for a nice afternoon with friends and children…some home-made flower lollipops! Heather at Sprinkle Bakes used some pansy flowers but of course you could use any edible flowers: roses, marigolds, bergamot, mint, lavender… The receipe is here and Read more
Dream Shooting
Posted 23rd February 2014
Hello May is an Australian bridal magazine for the “creatively inclined, non-bridal bride”. The January issue features a insanely beautiful shooting by Lara Hotz and I couldn’t miss the occasion to show it to you. This is the new romantism: bright colours, crazy ideas, open fields and wild flowers…   Read more
Nail Art
Posted 13th February 2014
Well, I am not – unfortunately – very good at looking after my nails and do not care much about their appearance. For my wedding, I went for a traditional French manicure but if I had known a Nail art expert I would have definitely gone for it…I love the Read more
Flowers and Sea
Posted 12th February 2014
Some pictures have the power to make your heart sing, fly, and danse. This cover shoot of Jen Huang is just SUBLIME. The poetic nature of these images revives something in your imagination, reminds you of a familiar dream… See by yourself.     Source: Magnolia Rouge Read more
Hippy Chic Inspiration
Posted 5th February 2014
I have come across these pictures on Magnolia Rouge and fell in love with this yellow truck full of flower…original and classy! The bride is superb: a romantic dress with a large hat…it says nature & elegance, authenticity & style. The table decoration is also everything I like: personal, vintage Read more
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