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A Weekend at Château du Grand Lucé - Your Inspo Guide to Hosting Three Immaculately Themed Days


AS SEEN IN the OCTOBER 2025 VANITY FAIR


What could be more romantic to celebrate life and love with all your closest ones than with a weekend getaway at your own private chateau? That's exactly what Kat and her family decided to do - three glorious days at the chateau, each with it's own unique theme. See all that these three days had to offer on the galleries below.


Elegant white French chateau wedding venue with manicured topiary gardens under a clear blue sky.

DAY 1 - The Welcome Dinner

This garden party welcome dinner set the tone for a romantic weekend on the private chateau grounds.

Elegantly dressed guests socializing under white parasols in the lush garden of a French chateau.
Elegant plated gourmet dishes being served by a waiter at an outdoor wedding reception.
Couple holding hands walking down stone steps of a grand French chateau wedding venue.
Wedding guests dining at an outdoor reception table beneath trees in front of a classic French chateau.
Performer inside giant transparent inflatable bubble filled with confetti at garden party.
Elegant outdoor wedding tablescape with white florals, green goblets, tapered candles on patterned linen.
Long elegant outdoor wedding table with white chairs amid manicured topiary garden.
Black and white photo of white flowers beside a bar menu card at an outdoor wedding reception.
Wedding guests seated at outdoor reception tables under tree canopy with white parasol umbrellas.
Elegant outdoor place setting with beaded white plate, menu card, tassel, and green glassware.
Gold arched display shelf with multiple tiers of crystal champagne flutes and martini glasses at an elegant outdoor event.
Elegant marble-topped gilded console table with white floral arrangement in ornate interior.
Grand French chateau interior with tall arched doors open to a formal garden with manicured topiary trees.
Formal French garden with geometric hedges, fountain centerpiece and mature trees.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception with chandelier, white floral tablescape, and classic French chateau backdrop.
Guests in elegant attire mingling outdoors under white parasols at a sophisticated garden cocktail party.
Wedding guests mingling with parasols at an outdoor garden reception beside a grand French estate.
White marble classical bust sculpture on a dark marble pedestal in an ornate French chateau interior.
Black and white photo of wedding guests gathered outdoors near large transparent bubble.
White floral centerpiece with milk glass goblets on elegant outdoor wedding table setting.
Wedding entertainer performing inside large transparent confetti-filled bubble sphere outdoors.
Gold tiered bar cart displaying crystal champagne coupes and wine glasses in an ornate French interior.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception table with chandelier beneath tree at French chateau.
Close-up of white cosmos flowers and dahlia centerpiece on sunlit outdoor wedding table.
Antique oval-framed oil portrait painting of an elegant woman in classical style displayed on a table.
Smiling performer in a sparkling white costume dancing inside a large transparent inflatable bubble outdoors.
Luxury French chateau wedding reception with long outdoor dining table and chandelier.
Long outdoor wedding reception table with white chairs and floral centerpieces in a formal French garden.
Two elegantly dressed women in black outfits conversing at an upscale outdoor garden event.
Guests dining al fresco under trees with parasols at an elegant outdoor garden party event.
Outdoor wedding reception with guests dining under trees with chandeliers at a French chateau.
Two women in black attire laughing together at an elegant outdoor garden wedding reception table.
Stylish couple posing on the entrance steps of a classic French chateau with decorative lanterns.
Two crystal champagne flutes filled with sparkling wine on an ornate silver tray on a marble surface.
Wedding guests smiling and socializing at an outdoor reception under white parasol umbrellas.
Elegantly dressed couple holding hands walking down steps of a grand French chateau in golden sunlight.
Elegant French chateau room with blue damask curtains, gilded mirror, antique armchair, and chandelier.
Ornate French chateau salon with velvet sofa, gold-framed portraits, marble busts, and decorative moldings.
White cosmos and dahlia flowers in a ceramic bowl centerpiece on an elegant outdoor dining table.
Bartender pouring champagne into a coupe glass at an elegant bar with silver ice buckets.

DAY 2 : Croquet, Poetry Readings and a Formal Dinner Party

A day to relax enjoying the property and taking in the small, quiet moments. This group enjoyed their second day playing croquet and listening to poetry to truly disconnect and enjoy the property around them.

Wedding guests seated at a decorated table in an elegant French chateau dining room.
Grand French neoclassical chateau exterior with white stone facade, arched windows, and manicured grounds at dusk.
Elegant wedding dinner plate with braised meat and microgreens, served on white china at a candlelit reception table.
Gold tiered display shelf with pink champagne coupes and clear wine glasses outdoors at an elegant wedding reception.
Silver tray with Aperol spritz cocktails, champagne, and orange juice glasses at an outdoor wedding reception.
Colorful croquet mallets and balls scattered on green grass for an outdoor lawn game at a garden party.
Elegant wedding centerpiece with pink roses, cosmos, and white flowers in crystal vase on table.
Delicate pale pink climbing roses blooming against a stone wall in soft natural sunlight.
Four pink ribbed crystal wine glasses of varying heights arranged on a white wedding reception table.
Man gestures while speaking near an ornate marble fireplace with candelabras in a historic chateau.
Man in blue shirt speaks to guests seated in an ornate French chateau salon with painted walls.
Black and white photo of elegantly dressed wedding guests gathered under a crystal chandelier in a grand French salon.
Black and white photo of wedding guests dining in a grand chateau room with crystal chandelier and antler wall decor.
Wedding guests attentively seated in a luxurious French chateau salon with ornate painted wall murals.
Wedding guests laugh and smile while seated on sofas in a beautifully decorated French chateau room.
Couple smiling together in a French chateau dining room, man wearing a blue seersucker suit beside vintage portraits.
Guests in summer dresses socializing under trees at an elegant outdoor garden wedding cocktail hour.
Elegant French chateau exterior with white patio umbrella on manicured lawn under clear blue sky.
Six pink coupe glasses filled with orange cocktails arranged on a silver tray at an outdoor wedding reception.
Elegant wedding place setting with pink linen napkin, gold butterfly ring, pink menu card, and rose-tinted glassware.
Romantic wedding reception tables with pink napkins, gold chargers, pink crystal glasses, and floral centerpieces in a chateau.
Elegant wedding table setting with pink crystal goblets and a lush floral centerpiece of roses and cosmos blooms.
Wedding guests relaxing on bamboo chairs under a large tree at an elegant outdoor garden reception.
Person playing croquet on grass lawn with colorful balls during an outdoor garden party event.
Ornate French chateau dining room with crystal chandelier, pink walls, and elegantly set round tables for a wedding reception.
Rustic charcuterie board with prosciutto, cheese, and nuts on a sunlit outdoor catering table.
Guests browsing an outdoor catering table under trees at a sunlit garden wedding reception.
Natural bamboo lounge furniture with white cushions arranged in a shaded garden setting under large trees.
Elegantly dressed wedding guests gather near arched windows under a crystal chandelier in a grand venue.
Close-up of a romantic wedding centerpiece featuring garden roses, cosmos, and wildflowers in soft pink and white tones.
Two women smiling together at an elegant indoor wedding reception dinner in a pink-walled venue.
Five elegantly dressed women posing together in a ornate French chateau dining room.
Ornate pink chateau room featuring gilded mirror, marble bust, candelabra, and antique portrait paintings on the wall.
Bride in ivory gown poses with her parents in front of classic oil paintings in a pink-walled French chateau.
Bride in white gown stands near a buffet table beneath an oval portrait painting in a French chateau.
Smiling wedding guests in formal attire seated at tables in a pink-walled French chateau dining room.
Lush climbing pale pink roses cascading along the exterior wall of a classic French chateau building.
Ornate gold and crystal chandelier with candle-style lights hanging in a elegant French chateau room.
View through a French window of wedding guests mingling under trees at an outdoor garden reception in summer.
Elegant pink wedding table setting with gold charger plates, blush napkins, and rose-tinted glassware.
Two smiling women pose together at a wedding reception in an elegant pink French chateau dining room.
Wedding guests seated at round tables beneath a crystal chandelier in a grand pink French chateau reception hall.

Day Three: Afternoon Picnic and a Jewel-Toned Gala with Fireworks

Saying goodbye is such sweet sorrow...but why not leave with a bang to commemorate a lovely weekend with loved ones? An afternoon picnic followed by an evening gala made this weekend a truly unforgettable one.

Two women in red dresses sitting on lounge chairs by pool at elegant French chateau estate.
Elegant French château with mansard roof surrounded by manicured hedges and blooming hydrangeas under blue sky.
Two women in red and burgundy dresses holding cocktails smiling at sunset garden wedding.
Open wicker picnic basket with red gingham lining on a plaid blanket on grass.
Elegant amber and pink vintage glassware on a candlelit wedding reception table.
Colorful heirloom tomato salad with cream garnish on a white plate at a wedding.
Couple walking hand in hand at sunset in garden, man in red velvet blazer, woman in red gown.
Group of people walking along a path near a large willow tree in a sunny park.
Man giving a speech at an elegant wedding reception in a vaulted stone hall.
Two people rowing a wooden boat with a parasol on a calm river surrounded by trees.
Chef in white uniform slicing freshly baked decorative bread at a wedding catering.
Tray of sesame seed bagel sandwiches filled with meat and arugula at a catered event.
Wedding guests listening to speeches at a candlelit reception in a white venue.
Large group of elegantly dressed wedding guests posing on stone steps in formal garden setting.
Hand opening a bottle of Fontainebleau rose wine at an outdoor catering table.
Elegant dessert display of strawberry tarts and cream on ornate red and white patterned plates.
Wedding reception guests seated at decorated tables in a bright stone venue.
Tray of focaccia sandwiches with greens and cheese displayed at a catered event.
Lush floral arrangement of greenery, dahlias, and burgundy blooms in a white urn on a marble console table.
Luxurious wedding reception lounge with yellow velvet sofa, white ottomans, and olive green drapes.
Four elegantly dressed wedding guests posing outdoors at dusk in vibrant red and purple formal attire.
Opulent room featuring a large gilded baroque mirror above a gold console table with modern white lounge chairs.
Wedding guests dining at candlelit table with floral arrangements and amber glassware in stone venue.
Three women in red and black formal dresses posing outside a stone building.
Black and white photo of a classic French chateau with manicured topiary gardens.
Wedding guests dancing energetically on a dance floor under golden chandeliers with purple lighting.
Elegant wedding reception in a stone vaulted hall with long white-clothed tables and colorful floral centerpieces.
Waiter in formal attire presenting a tray of elegant hors d'oeuvres including persimmons and crackers outdoors.
Lush wedding centerpiece with pink dahlias, red cosmos, and garden roses on a linen tablecloth.
Wedding guests mingling on manicured lawn under white canopy tents at French chateau celebration.
Close-up of vibrant pink hydrangea blooms with lush green leaves in a sunlit garden.
Elegant wedding menu card with wax seal, floral botanical prints, and handwritten script on cream paper.
Couple embracing at golden hour in garden, man in burgundy velvet blazer, woman in red dress.
Elegant couple posing in coordinated red formal attire in a sunlit garden setting.
Gold cutlery and calligraphy place card reading Brad Carroll beside a red toile dinner plate.
Ornate stone garden urn on green lawn surrounded by lush hedges and flowering shrubs at a French château.
Waiter holding silver tray with champagne flutes and cocktails at elegant outdoor wedding reception.
Bright interior with modern white curved chairs around a gold drum coffee table beneath an ornate gilded sconce.
Wide shot of intimate wedding reception dinner in a warmly lit vaulted stone hall.
Vaulted stone ceiling wedding reception hall with hanging lanterns and long tables set with pink floral arrangements.
Outdoor wedding cocktail hour with guests mingling on a manicured lawn beneath large white market umbrellas.
Classic French château with arched windows beside a pool with white loungers and greenhouse backdrop.
Two women in red dresses conversing on loungers beside pool at grand French chateau venue.
Wedding guests watching a colorful fireworks display light up the dark night sky.
Rich burgundy and pink wildflower wedding bouquet with amaranthus and cosmos in a white vase.
Elegantly dressed wedding guests watching a sparkling firework display on an outdoor gravel terrace.
Two women sitting at an outdoor garden table beneath leafy trees at a French estate venue.
Elegant poolside lounge chairs and striped umbrella beside a classic stone French chateau with manicured gardens.
Curved luxury pool edge with white sun loungers and a striped umbrella set against lush green hedged gardens.
Formally dressed wedding guests watching a spectacular golden fireworks display in the night sky.
Group of six wedding guests posing outdoors in colorful formal attire against lush green foliage.
Couple in matching red outfits walking hand in hand in a garden at golden hour.
Aerial view of a circular luxury pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas in formal garden grounds.
Wedding guests in colorful formal attire walk past a hanging crystal chandelier beneath a canopy of green trees.
Chic event space with white sculptural lounge seating, gold accents, and a white bar in a sunlit ballroom.
Couple posing at golden hour in garden, woman in purple gown and man in plaid blazer.
Group of friends enjoying a picnic on a checkered blanket under a leafy tree.
Two elegantly dressed women converse beneath a white market umbrella in a beautifully landscaped formal garden.