Celebrity weddings 2025 : Paris elopements and destination weddings
2025 has been a remarkable year for celebrity weddings, blending glamour, intimacy, and creativity. For international couples dreaming of a unique celebration, Paris stands out as the ultimate destination. From iconic monuments to charming hidden streets, the city offers the perfect setting for an elopement or a bespoke micro-wedding. At CEREMONIZE, we help our clients […]
A fairytale wedding in Paris: the couple who said ‘I Do’ at Notre-Dame
On Saturday, October 25, 2025, a historic moment took place at Notre-Dame. For the first time since its reopening after the 2019 fire, Martin Lorentz, a carpenter who contributed to the cathedral’s restoration, and his partner Jade celebrated their wedding beneath its iconic vaulted ceilings. The bells rang, autumn sunlight filled the ancient stones, and […]
How to plan a destination wedding in Paris : a step-by-step guide
Planning a destination wedding is a thrilling journey, especially when the City of Love is your chosen backdrop. We understand that organizing a wedding from afar can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, your dream celebration in Paris can unfold seamlessly. In this guide, we share expert tips to help you plan your perfect […]
How to plan an elegant Parisian bachelorette party or bridal shower
Expert guidance & curated experiences for your pre-wedding celebrations in the City of Light Planning a luxury bachelorette party or bridal shower in Paris is an unforgettable way to celebrate your upcoming wedding, especially if you’re a destination bride dreaming of a truly Parisian experience. However, organizing pre-wedding events in Paris can quickly become overwhelming, […]
How to choose the right wedding venue in Paris
Paris offers an extraordinary variety of settings for a wedding. You can celebrate in a private mansion, a historic hotel, a château near the city or a rooftop overlooking the Eiffel Tower. However, online searches often mix reception venues with public gardens, town halls, churches and photography locations. These places do not offer the same […]
Can an American get legally married in France ?
For many romantics, the idea of eloping to Paris for an intimate wedding is the height of a fairy tale marriage. You can always find out here, in a previous blog article why is Paris the perfect place to elope But can Americans really make this dream come true? The answer is yes! Paris, the […]
Why hire a French wedding planner for your destination wedding?
You are sitting at home, perhaps thousands of miles from France, looking at wedding venues on a screen. One château looks perfect. Then another. You find a photographer whose work you love, a florist on Instagram and a videographer who seems surprisingly affordable. Everything looks simple. Until you start comparing contracts, prices, availability, services and […]
Who to invite to my elopement ?
When planning an elopement, which is typically characterized by an intimate and discreet ceremony, the choice of guests takes on particular importance. Will it be just the 2 of you, with a handful of close relatives or something bigger but still intimate? Here are some ideas to help you decide who to invite to your […]
How to plan an Eiffel Tower ceremony in Paris
The Eiffel Tower appears between the Parisian rooftops, catches the afternoon light, and suddenly the city feels like the perfect place to say something that matters. For couples coming from abroad, an Eiffel Tower wedding ceremony can feel almost cinematic. Yet the most beautiful celebrations are not always the ones held in the busiest postcard […]
Petit Palais elopement : A romantic Paris ceremony
The Petit Palais rises at the end of Avenue Winston Churchill, facing its larger neighbour, the Grand Palais. Its monumental staircase, ornate entrance and elegant stonework create a distinctly Parisian backdrop. For an elopement, however, there is one detail that changes everything. The famous steps work best when the museum is closed to visitors. During […]
