The sound of live musicians playing from custom-built stages floating in the fountain at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild was an unexpected touch that set the tone for Lauren and David’s summer wedding on the French Riviera. This last-minute idea from the groom meant the wedding team literally found themselves in the water as they installed the platforms, but the payoff was a ceremony moment that felt both playful and elegant, perfectly matching the couple’s vision.
Lauren and David wanted a celebration that felt fun and full of energy without slipping into stuffy formality. Their color scheme took soft citrus tones, warm yellows, gentle oranges, fresh greens, and hints of blue, and used them to complement the villa’s pale façade and lush gardens. The palette made sense for a summer event on the Côte d’Azur, creating a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe that flowed through the weekend’s events.
The wedding weekend began with a lively welcome party on the port of Cap Ferrat, where guests from all over the world got their first taste of the region’s charm. The main celebration took place at the historic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, a site known for its sweeping views and elaborate gardens. Wayne Riley’s floral design brought the citrus palette to life with lavish, colorful arrangements. One standout was an overflowing floral urn perched above the villa’s iconic fountain, where musicians performed beneath on pillars rising from the water.
Dinner was handled by Potel et Chabot, a French catering company known for precise plating and a menu that leaned heavily into local tradition. The evening included multiple courses that matched the setting in elegance and flavor, with plenty of champagne flowing as the party stretched late into the night.
Instead of a traditional tiered cake, Lauren and David opted for a croquembouche tower, a classic French dessert made of cream-filled profiteroles stacked high with caramel. Following the cake, the couple performed a champagne sabering, adding another French flair to the celebration.
Personal touches threaded through the weekend. The escort cards were displayed on a garden trellis covered in individual flower cutouts, hand-painted by David himself. The invitations and day-of stationery came from Stationery Stories, whose designs picked up on the wedding’s playful energy and included personal nods to the couple, tying the entire event together with a colorful and joyful spirit.
The three-day celebration closed with a beach day at Plage Passable, where the couple privatized the space for friends and family. DJ Bon Entendeur, a favorite of Lauren and David, took over the main set and kept the energy high. The weekend ended with a surprise fireworks show over the water, an apt finale to a party that never seemed to lose momentum.
Lauren’s gown came from Mark Ingram Atelier, and the bridal look was completed by the artistry of Ornella Zaffani and the team at Gold Leaf Brides. The wedding party’s attire was carefully chosen to fit the relaxed but chic vibe of the Riviera setting.
The ceremony music was performed by Mythos Strings, while Everso Music provided the band for the reception. Every element, from floral design and food to music and decor, contributed to a weekend that felt like a true celebration of place and personality.
Lauren and David’s wedding was less about tradition and more about creating moments that felt alive and personal. The live musicians in the fountain, the hand-painted escort card display, and that croquembouche all added layers of character to a stunning summer event on the French Riviera. It was the kind of weekend where every detail had its own story, and the energy stayed high from the welcome party to the final fireworks over the Mediterranean.
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