When it comes to real weddings, not many packed as many punched as this extravagant fairytale-inspired affair in Northern France.

When Carolyn Fungand Henry Kiang were introduced to one another through a mutual friend, neither could have imagined the beautiful love story that was to unfurl before them. Both working respectable jobs in Real Estate and Finance, these two tycoons fell head over heels for one another and Henry’s proposal spoke volumes of their amazing connection.

Fairytale Proposal:

An avid Harry Potter and fairytale stories fan, Carolyn was swept off her feet as Henry planned the perfect proposal for her by writing her a 200 page book based upon the Harry Potter world and their love story. He had the book bounded to look exactly like a Harry Potter book, and he hid it inside of the Library at the Battery (the very first place where Henry and Carolyn met).

He surprised her with a beautiful and romantic proposal with just the two of them, and right after the proposal, the pair walked to 5a5 Steakhouse in San Francisco, where Henry had planned an elaborate proposal dinner party with 38 of their closest friends and family.

Magical Settings:

As evidenced, Henry had already set the bar pretty high, so it was important for the couple to tie the knot somewhere truly magical. Step in Chateau Challain – a spectacular castle nestled in the Anjou region of Northern France with majestic settings and a memorable old-world romance.

OUR VENUE WAS THE PERFECT FAIRYTALE BACKDROP. IF ONE IS EVER TO THINK ABOUT A FAIRYTALE CASTLE, THEN CHATEAU CHALLAIN IS THE PERFECT PLACE. THE ENTIRE VENUE IS BEYOND STUNNING AND IT IS SIMPLY MAGICAL.

CAROLYN, THE BRIDE

From Paris, With Love:

In the lead up to the wedding the couple enjoyed a weekend of activities, including a pretty perfect Paris trip where Carolyn & Henry posed for some of the most amazing images we’ve seen. Look at that backdrop!

This once in a lifetime experience was followed with a vibrant rehearsal at the Chateau, building anticipation for the big day. And when it arrived, boy did it live up to expectations.

Family Ties:

Adopting a blue and gold colour scheme and a mixture of traditional and contemporary touches, the venue was dressed to perfection. The flowers included a special nod to both Carolyn and Henry’s parents – with gladiolus being Carolyn’s late father’s favourite flower and Gerbera daisies being Henry’s late father’s preference – meaning that even though they were not there, the couple’s fathers were still represented throughout the day. This heartwarming tribute set the scene for the day as guests took their seats in the gloriously-set outdoor ceremony in the grounds, eager for the bride and groom’s arrival.

EXTRAVANGANT ENTRANCES:

In-keeping with tradition, the latter was first, but the same couldn’t be said for his entrance.Billowing into the grounds on an avant-garde helicopter, Henry made the most sensational entrance to his big day – much to the delight of the guests who couldn’t help but capture the moment on camera. Next was the bride, and after being carried by horse and carriage to the aisle, her entrance left no dry eye in the house, walking hand-in-hand with her mother in front of the awe-inspiring castle. Carolyn’s mother, Queenna Fung, personally hand stitched the floral embroidery on Carolyn’s veil and spent over 80 hours working on it!