An Autumnal Styled Shoot at Chateau de Moulinsard, Annecy

An autumnal styled shoot at Chateau de Moulinsard near Annecy with russet florals, French craftsmanship, and mountain light captured by Julien Bonjour.

By Sophie Laurent | Published 21 January 2020

An Autumnal Styled Shoot at Chateau de Moulinsard, Annecy

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In the foothills of Haute-Savoie, Chateau de Moulinsard provided the setting for a styled shoot that expressed balance and ease near Annecy. Planned by HedHera and captured by Julien Bonjour, autumnal florals by Laure Lalliard and the chateau's classical facade framed a celebration of French craftsmanship and quiet romance.

Photography

Julien Bonjour

Venue

Château de Moulinsard

Region

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Couple

Ceremony

A close-up detail shot of a wooden bowl filled with ivory and blush rose petals, including a few small whole flower heads with green foliage, placed on the dusty mauve velvet cushion of a whitewashed Chiavari chair. The setting appears to be an outdoor ceremony, with additional Chiavari chairs visible and softly blurred in the background. The petal toss styling coordinates with a romantic, classic palette of ivory, blush, and mauve. The composition is a tight portrait-orientation detail shot with shallow depth of field.

The outdoor ceremony unfolded on the gravel courtyard in front of the chateau's grand classical facade. A simple altar dressed in russet and blush florals by Laure Lalliard framed the vows as guests looked on from rows of chairs arranged beneath the autumn-toned canopy of the grounds.

Bridal Portraits

A wide-shot portrait of a bride and groom descending a grand double staircase inside a chateau or manor house, each on opposite sides of the symmetrical wooden staircase. The bride, on the left, wears a full-length white gown and carries a bouquet with coral/pink ribbon trailing down, while the groom, on the right, wears a navy suit with a boutonniere. The central banister between the two staircases is decorated with a lush greenery and cream/yellow floral garland, and several white lanterns are placed at the base of the stairs on the polished wood floor. The interior features warm wood paneling, white columns, a wraparound upper balcony with portrait paintings, and wall sconce lighting giving the space a warm amber tone. The overall decor style is classic and formal. Potential venue feature image.

A couple portrait taken outdoors on a gravel path in front of a chateau with ornate stone balustrades and a grand staircase. The bride wears a white sleeveless gown with a deep V-neckline and lace bodice detail, holding a loose bouquet of autumn-toned flowers including orange and yellow blooms with pampas grass accents and a coral ribbon tie. The groom wears a fitted navy blue suit with a burgundy bow tie, white dress shirt, and a yellow-orange boutonniere. The couple holds hands and looks at each other, smiling. The overall styling reflects a warm autumnal palette with a classic-meets-modern aesthetic. Medium portrait shot with soft natural light.

Close-up detail shot of a bride's back, showcasing a deep V-back white wedding gown with sheer tulle panels and white 3D floral lace appliqués along the edges and down the back seam. A delicate back-drop necklace with a thin gold chain and small circular pendant rests against the exposed skin. The dress features a clean, modern silhouette with the lace trim providing a romantic decorative accent. The soft, bright natural lighting gives the image a light, airy feel.

A couple portrait taken outdoors, with the groom kissing the bride on the cheek while she smiles with her eyes closed. The bride wears a white deep V-neck gown with floral lace appliqué bodice and a flowy tulle skirt, paired with gold hoop earrings and loose wavy hair. She holds a bouquet of peach tulips, ivory ranunculus, and coral blooms. The groom wears a navy blue suit with a burgundy bow tie and a peach floral boutonnière. The background is softly blurred with warm amber and gold foliage, suggesting an autumn setting. The shot is a close-up portrait with a bright, airy look.

The bride was photographed from behind, her deep V-back gown in sheer tulle catching the light against the chateau's tall windows. Julien Bonjour captured the interplay of soft fabric and aged stone, with each portrait drawing on the mountain air and quiet beauty of Annecy.

Reception

A close-up detail shot of a styled wedding reception tablescape set indoors, likely in a chateau or manor room with a fireplace visible in the background. The table is dressed with a white linen and a draped taupe/greige satin runner, set with crystal glassware, silver flatware, and a metallic pedestal bowl filled with seasonal fruits including peaches, plums, and pears as a centerpiece. Coral and amber pillar candles of varying heights are grouped on a wooden tray alongside yellow tulips or similar blooms, creating a warm, autumnal color palette with a rustic yet refined styling theme. Napoleon-style chairs in a cream finish are visible in the background.

Inside a formal French room with white panelled walls and a marble fireplace, the reception table was styled with linen runners, aged brass candlesticks, and clusters of dried florals. The intimate scale of the room added warmth to the dinner, where conversation and candlelight carried the evening.

Design and Details

A close-up portrait taken from behind the bride, focusing on the back detail of her white wedding dress, which features a deep V-back, floral appliqué along the shoulder straps, and a flowing chiffon cape overlay. She wears a delicate back necklace with a small pendant and a gold floral hair accessory in her loosely pinned updo. She holds a bouquet with peach and coral blooms visible at the edge of the frame. The groom, dressed in a navy suit, is visible out of focus in the background walking along a gravel path, set against a soft outdoor garden or parkland setting. The overall styling is romantic and boho-influenced, with soft natural light and a muted, airy palette.

A close-up detail shot of a floral arrangement displayed on a white marble mantelpiece inside what appears to be a classic French-style interior with gold-framed mirrors and white paneled walls visible in the background. A white marble or plaster bust sculpture of a woman in 18th-century style is positioned to the left of the arrangement. The low, sprawling floral design features peach dahlias, blush amaryllis, ivory garden roses, orange chrysanthemums, cream ranunculus, and small yellow accent blooms with green foliage, creating a warm peach, apricot, and cream color palette. The overall decor styling is classic and formal, consistent with a chateau or period manor house setting.

Wide-angle exterior shot of a French château featuring classic 19th-century architecture with a steep slate mansard roof, dormer windows, ornate stone facades, and a grand stone staircase leading to the entrance. The building is white/cream rendered with symmetrical window arrangements and decorative balustrades along the perimeter. No people or wedding party are visible in the frame. Potential venue feature image.

Close-up detail shot of a bride holding a bouquet, with her hand and partial torso visible. The bouquet features a mix of peach roses, coral carnations, blush garden roses, ivory ranunculus, orange lilies, small white filler flowers, and green foliage, tied with a coral ribbon. The bride wears a white dress with pearl or bead embellishment detail visible at the neckline and a delicate thin bangle bracelet with a small pearl or stone accent. The background is softly blurred, keeping focus on the flowers and the bride's hand.

The creative direction by HedHera highlighted French craftsmanship, from handmade ceramic tableware to linen napkins wrapped with dried floral sprigs. Autumnal tones of russet, terracotta, and blush ran through the tablescapes and ceremony decor, grounding the editorial in the natural palette of Haute-Savoie.

Flat Lays

A couple portrait taken outdoors on a gravel path with a softly blurred green tree backdrop. The bride leans her head against the groom's shoulder and looks back toward the camera, wearing a white V-neck gown with delicate embellishment at the neckline. The groom faces away from the camera, dressed in a navy blue suit. The bride holds a large, loosely arranged bouquet featuring peach lilies, orange dahlias, ivory blooms, yellow flowers, and foliage, tied with a trailing burnt orange ribbon. The composition is a mid-length portrait shot from behind the couple, with the bride's face as the focal point.

An outdoor civil or symbolic ceremony is taking place in front of a white French manor house, where the bride and groom stand beneath a large circular floral arch positioned at the base of stone steps leading to a grand wooden door. The arch is densely covered in autumn foliage and blooms in shades of deep yellow, burnt orange, rust, and burgundy. The bride wears a white tulle ballgown and the groom wears a navy blue suit; they are facing each other and appear to be exchanging vows or sharing a kiss. Rows of white Chiavari chairs with blush pink cushions are arranged on either side of a gravel aisle, with no guests visible, suggesting this may be a styled shoot or the image was taken before or after the ceremony. The overall styling is an autumnal palette with a classic French estate backdrop. Wide portrait-style shot capturing both the couple and the full venue facade. Potential venue feature image.

A styled shoot collage of nine images showcasing an autumn-toned French chateau wedding. Top left: the couple kiss beneath a large circular floral arch densely covered in yellow, orange, and rust foliage and blooms, with a white chateau facade behind them — the bride wears a long white gown with a flowing veil and the groom wears a navy suit. Top center: a wide portrait of the couple standing on stone steps in front of the chateau entrance. Top right: a flat lay detail shot on a blush pink surface featuring white stationery, a blush envelope, and dried orange and pink floral accents. Middle left: an indoor reception tablescape in a classically decorated room with gold-framed mirrors, white ghost chairs with blush cushions, white linens, and orange and gold candlesticks and florals. Middle center: a close-up detail shot of a cream menu card reading 'La Mariée' placed on a gold-rimmed plate with a blush satin ribbon. Middle right: a floral detail close-up featuring peach, coral, orange, and yellow dahlias and ranunculus alongside a gold-framed table number. Bottom left: a wide exterior shot of the French chateau, a grand grey-stone mansion with mansard roofing surrounded by autumn trees. Bottom center: a close-up back-detail portrait of the bride's low-back lace-trimmed ivory gown. Bottom right: a portrait of the bride standing near tall draped windows, shown from behind, wearing the same open-back ivory gown. Potential venue feature image.

A flat lay detail shot of a wedding stationery suite arranged on a dusty pink linen surface. The suite includes a main invitation card and RSVP card with deckled edges in white with serif typography, a kraft paper envelope lined with a botanical blush pink rose illustration, two gold wax seals, and a wooden wax stamp. The arrangement is styled with scattered autumnal foliage in amber, yellow, and rust tones, small pink carnations, a peach dahlia, and a length of cream lace ribbon. The overall styling palette is blush, warm gold, and terracotta, suggesting a romantic autumn wedding aesthetic.

A nine-image collage from the styled shoot showcased the full range of autumn-toned details. From the bride's jewellery and shoes to the calligraphy stationery suite and single-stem floral accents, each flat lay was arranged on warm wood and linen surfaces that echoed the chateau's interior tones.