A Luxury Vineyard Wedding at Paradis des Vignes, France
Christel and Oliver
Under the golden August sun of southwest France, Christel and Oliver gathered loved ones from across the world for a destination wedding filled with romance, energy and unforgettable English / Australian celebration.
Their Story
Christel and Oliver’s journey began at work, where friendship slowly turned into something impossible to ignore. Love carried Christel across continents — from Australia to a new life in the United Kingdom — where together they built the future that would lead them to this extraordinary day.
Now officially Mr and Mrs Stroud, they chose Paradis des Vignes, a hidden gem nestled among endless vineyards, as the setting for their vows. Surrounded by hectares of countryside and bathed in warm summer light, their wedding blended European elegance with vibrant international spirit.
White roses and touches of eucalyptus echoed the refinement of the venue, while laughter, happy tears and golden sunsets wrapped everything in cinematic beauty.
Style met celebration at every turn. Bridesmaids wore timeless black dresses with sleek ponytails, the men matched in classic black suits. The bride has two breathtaking looks — from a strapless gown and flowing veil to delicate lace sleeves, finishing the evening in a playful short dress adorned with pearls.
When the music started, the atmosphere shifted into something unforgettable. Guests stormed the dance floor waving Australian and British flags, turning the night into one of the most electric parties ever witnessed at a French destination wedding.
Wedding details
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Location — Château Paradis des Vignes, France
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Date — Saturday, 23 August
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Wedding style — Chic, refined, modern
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Guests — 60 (from UK and Australia)
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Setting — Vineyard estate in the south ouest France
Wedding film teaser & reels
To announce their film, Christel and Oliver received a modern, high-energy teaser inspired by the viral trend built around The Fate of Ophelia. Synced precisely with the lyrics, the edit captures glances, movement, fashion and pure celebration in a way that feels fresh, bold and instantly shareable.
This short format allows couples to relive the intensity of the day within seconds — perfect for friends and family watching from every corner of the world.
Marina Panina Films is also BIG on content creation and wishes you to . This wedding teaser has also been adapted to a social media format and is available on Tiktok.
Client testimonial
"We are so grateful to Marina for being our videographer for our wedding in France. She was kind and supportive and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, particularly during our couple shoot. She captured the most amazing moments so naturally. Our final wedding video was such a beautiful and fun reflection on the day. We couldn’t stop watching it over! She went above and beyond, even helping me when I had a stain on my wedding dress before the ceremony. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better and would recommend Marina to anyone looking for a videographer who is not only professional, but also genuinely caring and passionate about their work. We received the wedding video so soon after as well! Thank you Marina”" — Christel and Oliver
Couple's reaction to wedding film
One of the most beautiful moments came after the wedding, when Christel and Oliver watched their film for the very first time.
Joy, surprise, laughter — every emotion rushed back at once. Seeing them relive their vows, the vineyard sunset and the explosion of energy on the dance floor is a powerful reminder of why cinematic storytelling matters. A wedding film is not only something you watch; it is something you feel all over again.
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Credits
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Venue — Paradis des Vignes
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Planning — By Kerrie Jayne
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Photography — Cris wedding photography
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Videography — Marina Panina Films
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MUA — Bob Bradley
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Hair — By Rebekah
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Flowers — Le coeur sauvage
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Catering — Shane Tough catering
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Cake — Chateau gateaux cakes
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Music — Halcy on nights fr