Destination Wedding in Provence with a Cap d’Antibes Welcome Party
Stina and Johan’s destination wedding in the South of France was the perfect blend of Riviera chic and relaxed vineyard romance.
Their guests flew in from Sweden for a weekend of sunshine, spritzes, and celebration, starting with a vibrant welcome party by the pool in Cap d’Antibes, followed by an effortlessly elegant wedding in the Provençal vineyards of Draguignan. This multi-day event had all the ingredients of a dream destination wedding in France: seaside charm, countryside serenity, and heartfelt moments surrounded by loved ones.
Cap d’Antibes Welcome Party to Remember
The weekend kicked off with a sun-soaked poolside welcome party in Cap d’Antibes, where guests arrived in breezy summer style and clinked glasses of Aperol spritz under the palm trees. The laid-back Riviera vibe set the tone for the entire celebration, warm, joyful, and effortlessly stylish.
There was no formal agenda — just laughter, great music, and friends reuniting from around the world. These pre-wedding gatherings are becoming a must-have for couples planning a destination wedding on the French Riviera, and it’s easy to see why: they give everyone a chance to unwind, connect, and begin the celebration before the ceremony even starts.
Vineyard Wedding in Provence
On the wedding day, everyone made their way inland to a private vineyard estate tucked away in the hills of Draguignan, one of Provence’s most peaceful and romantic regions. The ceremony took place among olive trees and golden stone walls, with views stretching out across the lush, sunlit countryside.
Stina and Johan brought their Swedish roots into the celebration with heartfelt speeches, warm toasts, and an emotional, laughter-filled dinner under the trees. Their Provence wedding was elegant without being overly formal — just the right balance of editorial beauty and authentic emotion.
The Photographer’s Dream
As a South of France wedding photographer, it’s weddings like this that make me fall in love with storytelling all over again. From the editorial portraits among the vines to the quiet in-between moments during golden hour, every frame felt rich with atmosphere and joy.
This wedding also leaned into the kind of aesthetic many couples are now drawn to — natural light, timeless tones, and a full weekend experience, not just a single day.
Planning your own destination wedding in the South of France? Whether you’re dreaming of a vineyard celebration or a full wedding weekend by the sea, I’d love to help you capture it all.
Let’s connect and create something beautiful.
