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A Symbolic Wedding Ceremony at Villa La Tosca: Céline and Jean-Pierre

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Céline and Jean-Pierre open the doors of Villa La Tosca for us, not far from Arcachon, where they celebrated a poetic wedding. Let me take you back to a wedding that reminds us just how much love between two people remains the purest of feelings.

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Villa La Tosca in Lanton: A Fairy Tale for the Big Day

Once upon a time, there was a charming Arcachon villa, built on the edge of the Bay in a style with Italian influences. Built in 1903, Villa La Tosca is today one of the most emblematic houses of its kind, and it is part of the heritage of historic villas.

Céline and Jean-Pierre chose Villa La Tosca for their wedding to carve their unconditional love in stone, and in the hearts of their loved ones. (More about the venue on my Villa La Tosca wedding photographer page.)

A Symbolic Ceremony at Villa La Tosca, near Arcachon

Céline and Jean-Pierre: meeting true love

It is with a great deal of emotion and admiration that I tell you about meeting Céline and Jean-Pierre. They did me the honour of choosing me as their wedding photographer and of having me by their side at Villa La Tosca to celebrate their wedding.

I met Céline and Jean-Pierre in 2020, between two lockdowns, at their home in Arès, on Arcachon Bay. I was immediately won over by the love these two people have for each other.

Their sensitivity and Jean-Pierre’s kindness touched me deeply. Jean-Pierre wanted the very best for Céline, and you could feel it in every detail of the wedding planning.

There were many of us professionals looking after them. It made a real difference to the quality of their day, from the aesthetics to the care they received and the quality of the symbolic ceremony.

I was also moved by the intimate moments I witnessed, especially when each of them read their love letter, in the privacy of the Silvartfilms camera.

Wedding photos at Villa La Tosca in Lanton

Like a witness in the front row of their emotions and their joy, I came to capture magical moments at Villa La Tosca. A marriage of feelings, respect and fascination, gathering a love story like few others.

Some weddings never leave you indifferent as a photographer. I have no words to describe how wonderful it was to witness the union of two people so deeply attuned to each other.

With great elegance and modesty, Céline and Jean-Pierre gave me the greatest gift there is: the authenticity of their emotions.

When I delivered their photos, they both cried in front of my images, and that touched me so much, coming from them. I am profoundly marked by this encounter, which will stay deep in my heart.

Thank you, both of you.

Wedding suppliers at Villa La Tosca

Here are the wedding professionals who took part in this dream day in the gentle haven that is Villa La Tosca.

  • Venue: Villa La Tosca
  • Planner & officiant: Mademoiselle Loyal
  • Wedding design: Pastel Créatif
  • Suit: Blandin & Delloye Bordeaux
  • Flowers: Sophie Gomes de Miranda
  • Paper artist: Insieme Créations
  • Hair: Cyrille Nail Art
  • Make-up: Myriam Poulet
  • Wedding cake: Pâtisserie la Crique
  • Caterer: Au Plaisir des Papilles
  • Music & DJ: Kaf Kons
  • Videography: Silvartfilms

Discover, too, Céline and Erwan’s wedding, from the basilica in Arcachon to Villa La Tosca.

The bride and groom embracing on the terrace of Villa la Tosca in Lanton
Villa la Tosca facade framed by a palm tree and a weeping willow in Lanton
Main entrance of Villa la Tosca with its wooden door and balconies
Close-up of the overflowing pool edge surrounded by greenery at Villa la Tosca
Stone bas-relief of carved dancers decorating the grounds of Villa la Tosca
The tower of Villa la Tosca rising above its long garden pool
Aerial view of Villa la Tosca and its grounds on Arcachon Bay
Villa la Tosca and its formal garden set up for the wedding day
Small stone beach house on the sand beneath the pines at Villa la Tosca
Arcachon Bay at low tide with boats moored in the distance
A tall maritime pine against the blue sky of Arcachon Bay
The couple's black vintage car parked beneath the trees at Villa la Tosca
White steering wheel and dashboard of the vintage wedding car
Wedding stationery flat lay with a peony, fern leaves and lavender
Wedding ring resting on a white peony beside a fern leaf
Glass and brass ring box placed on the wedding invitation
The bride in her robe having her makeup done, in black and white
The bride looking at her reflection in a small hand mirror by the window
Detail of the carved wooden roof and balconies of Villa la Tosca
The smiling groom in a white shirt getting ready at the villa
The groom seen from behind at an open window overlooking the bay, black and white
The groom adjusting his cuff in front of the library mirror
The groom reflected in a large antique library mirror, in black and white
Pine cones resting in a wicker basket, a decorative detail
The groom in a blue suit posing in the villa's wood-panelled library
The bride in a white robe glancing back from the villa balcony
The bride in a mermaid gown under the brick arches of Villa la Tosca
The smiling bride holding a white floral fan beneath the arcades
The bride hiding half her face behind her white lace fan
The groom waiting on the villa terrace for the first look
The bride beaming as she sees the groom during the first look
Céline and Jean-Pierre seeing each other for the first time in the villa garden
Wooden benches lined up on the lawn for the outdoor ceremony at the villa
The bride and groom hand in hand against the villa's stone wall
The bride and groom posing under the gallery arches of Villa la Tosca
Silhouette of the couple kissing in front of a French window, in black and white
Bridesmaids in colourful dresses coming down the steps before the outdoor ceremony
The wedding party walking through the garden toward the outdoor ceremony
The bride walking down the aisle on the arm of a loved one
A guest with a black parasol seated on a bench during the ceremony
The bride wiping away a tear during the outdoor ceremony
The tower and balconies of Villa la Tosca under a blue sky in Gironde
Round table with white linen and folding chairs in the villa garden
The bride and groom on the villa's beach beside the little stone house
The bride hugging the groom from behind by the bay, in black and white
Sailboats moored on Arcachon Bay under a pale sky
The bride and groom waving from the tower balcony of Villa la Tosca
The bride seen from behind facing Arcachon Bay on the wooden deck
The bride smiling as she leans on the white railing above the bay
The couple embracing on the wooden deck overlooking Arcachon Bay
The bride and groom hand in hand on the terrace above the bay
The bride and groom forehead to forehead by Arcachon Bay
Sunset light over the garden and outdoor lounge of Villa la Tosca
Wedding cake decorated with orange coral and starfish, topped with sparklers
The bride in a black evening dress dancing among guests in the lounge
The bride and groom sharing their first dance in front of the band
The bride and groom dancing joyfully as guests look on
A singer in a floral dress under purple lights during the evening party
The band's singer in a white hat performing passionately at the party
The bride and groom in a close embrace on the beach facing Arcachon Bay

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you have a symbolic ceremony at Villa La Tosca?

Yes: Céline and Jean-Pierre celebrated theirs outdoors, in the Villa’s garden, in Lanton, on the shores of Arcachon Bay.

Who led the symbolic ceremony?

Mademoiselle Loyal, who also planned the wedding.

What were the highlights of the day?

Each of the couple reading their love letter, filmed by Silvartfilms, then the evening with music by Kaf Kons.

Planning your wedding in France?

I photograph weddings at Villa La Tosca, on Arcachon Bay and across Bordeaux and France, and drone photos are included in my wedding collections. Discover my wedding collections, or tell me about your day.

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