I knew after such a fantastic engagement photoshoot with Claudia and Andrew at the Botanical Gardens in Geneva, that their wedding in Corsica was going to be incredible, and it absolutely was!
I love destination weddings and really appreciate how much time, effort and love is put into organising them. Having got married 'abroad' myself in Cape Town, South Africa nearly 7 years ago I understand that sometimes the easiest of things can be a mission! That said, Claudia's parents reside in Corsica and were absolutely amazing helping with all the preparations, it really was such a family event. Everything was so personal; Claudia's sister Wayta did her make-up, her mother personally decorated the whole venue (which was a surprise for the bride and groom) Claudia and Andrew wrote not only their own vows, but the whole ceremony, which was conducted by a very dear friend of theirs who had flown over from America especially for the day.
The ceremony on Arinella beach was so intimate, with just close friends and family. With a backdrop of the most magnificent views of the mountains across the bay, and the azure blue water lapping at their feet, the guests had a real treat. Wow. The dinner was full of fun, music, laughs, dancing and some delicious food. The end of the night could not have ended better; the bride and groom stripped off to reveal swimming costumes with the words 'just married' written on them. As they ran off hand-in-hand into the sea for a midnight dip, they were promptly joined by the rest of the wedding party! Fabulous.
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Photography: Charlotte Berrington of silversatsuma
Hairdresser: Valérie coiffeuse à domicile 0621968085
Ceremony and Reception: Le Matahari, Plage de l'Arinella, 20260 Lumio, Corsica
