Wedding

Manon & Thomas

Date
September 20th 2025

Clients
Manon & Thomas

  • Wedding
  • Wedding photographer
  • Château du Grand Moueys
  • Bordeaux
  • Secular ceremony
  • First look
  • Couple photoshoot

Manon & Thomas’ wedding at Château du Grand Moueys – Bordeaux

It is with great pleasure that I am sharing today Manon and Thomas’ wedding, celebrated at the beautiful Château du Grand Moueys, near Bordeaux.

The day began in a warm and joyful atmosphere, while the couple’s loved ones were busy preparing the outdoor ceremony at the château. After getting ready surrounded by friends and family, Manon and Thomas met at the bottom of the château’s staircase before heading to the Villenave d’Ornon town hall, each arriving in a beautiful vintage car.

Back at the estate, the couple celebrated their union with an emotional outdoor ceremony filled with speeches and meaningful moments shared with their loved ones. From group photos to the groom’s sausage toss, the bride’s ribbon ceremony, and a lively evening celebration that lasted late into the night, this day will remain an unforgettable memory for all who attended.

The preparations

The day begins at Château du Grand Moueys in a lively and cheerful atmosphere. While Manon and Thomas enjoy getting ready surrounded by their loved ones, family and friends are busy throughout the estate putting the final touches on the outdoor ceremony. Everyone lends a hand in a warm and joyful atmosphere.

On Thomas’ side, the preparations take place in a relaxed and festive mood, filled with laughter, conversations, and moments shared with his groomsmen before the big moment. The same atmosphere surrounds Manon, who gets ready with her bridesmaids and family during these final moments before putting on her dress.

Once ready, the couple meets at the bottom of the château’s staircase for an emotional first look, shared in front of a few close relatives before heading to the town hall.

Civil ceremony

Once the preparations are complete, Manon and Thomas head to the Villenave d’Ornon town hall for their civil ceremony. Each of them arrives in a beautiful vintage car, bringing an elegant and timeless touch to this important moment of the day.

Surrounded by family and friends, they exchange their first “I do” in a warm and emotional atmosphere. Between smiles, exchanged glances, and shared emotions, this civil ceremony officially marks the beginning of their wedding day before returning to Château du Grand Moueys for the rest of the celebrations.

Secular ceremony

Back at Château du Grand Moueys, guests gather for the outdoor ceremony, carefully prepared by the couple’s loved ones throughout the morning. In an elegant setting filled with emotion, Manon and Thomas exchange their vows and rings surrounded by family and friends.

The ceremony is punctuated by heartfelt speeches, laughter, a few tears, and even an unexpected guest who surprises everyone. A sincere and emotional moment, perfectly reflecting the couple’s personality and leaving lasting memories for all their guests.

Cocktail

After the ceremony, guests gather for the cocktail reception in a festive and relaxed atmosphere at Château du Grand Moueys. Between conversations, laughter, and reunions, everyone fully enjoys this convivial moment under the Bordeaux sunshine.

Traditional group photos set the rhythm of the beginning of the cocktail before giving way to more original activities. Thomas takes part in a fun sausage toss cheered on by the guests, while Manon organizes a ribbon game to offer her bouquet in a joyful and emotional moment.

At the end of the cocktail, we take advantage of the beautiful evening light to slip away with the couple for their portrait session in the stunning surroundings of the estate.

Couple session

At the end of the cocktail, we step away for a few moments with Manon and Thomas for their couple session in the beautiful setting of Château du Grand Moueys. Between the gardens, the château’s pathways, and the soft evening light, the newlyweds enjoy a calm moment away from the excitement of the celebration.

In a relaxed and natural atmosphere, this session allows us to capture beautiful moments of laughter, tenderness, and complicity. A special moment for the couple before rejoining their guests for the evening celebration.

Evening Reception

The evening begins in an already festive atmosphere at Château du Grand Moueys. Between games, entertainment, and plenty of laughter, guests fully enjoy every moment alongside Manon and Thomas.

As dinner unfolds, surprises and shared moments follow one another before the much-anticipated arrival of the wedding cake. The newlyweds then share their first dance in an emotional atmosphere before quickly being joined on the dance floor by all their guests for a long night of celebration.

Between music, dancing, and great energy, the party continues late into the night, beautifully ending this unforgettable wedding day.

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“We chose Xavier to capture both our wedding photos and our engagement session. He made us feel completely at ease, and it was a real pleasure to share this day with him. The photos are stunning and perfectly reflect all the emotions and moments experienced during this wonderful day! Thank you so much for everything.”

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