Vision

Bringing the Asian spirit to the Swiss Alps, celebrity & destination wedding planner from Nicole Please Weddings’ vision was to create a cross-cultural East meets West theme.

Inspiration

Inspired by the desire to host a traditional Chinese Wedding tucked in the middle of a quintessential alpine village, thus giving testament that any culture can celebrate their love in this picturesque country.

The different culture-specific traditions are not only beautifully exhibited but are also highly respected in Switzerland.

Color Palette 

The color palette was inspired by traditional Chinese colors along with the colors of Switzerland's nature. 

Tangerine #F16639 I Dark Red #B22222 I Olive #96a368 I Charon Blue #9da7b9 I Shanghai Tang Blue #41C7F7 I Admiral #012145 

Chinese Ceremony

Chinese wedding ceremonies have many rituals and traditions with symbolic meanings; these focus on blessings, feng shui, prosperity and anything that enhances the happiness of the couple. 

Nicole Please Weddings has extensive knowledge of these symbolic meanings and intricate details and was able to supply the couple with the needed materials. This is demonstrated by featuring the traditional decorations inside the suites, the door games before the groom picks up the bride and the traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony. Despite distance, couples do not have to miss out on their traditional Chinese wedding ceremony rituals in a destination wedding in Switzerland.

Western Ceremony

The Lac Retaud was selected because of its intimate location and classic Swiss scenery. A beautiful, small-sized lake surrounded by lush greenery and majestic mountains encapsulated the entire ambience into one scene. With the distant ring of cowbells, the fresh alpine air, and the limited tourists this location is the perfect location for having a memorable Swiss experience and extraordinary background. 

Dinner Reception

The Alpina Hotel was selected because of its high-end service and luxurious interior design. The Alpina offers the perfect space for demanding celebrations with a highly professional staff skilled at providing guests with an exclusive, romantic, and authentic experience. 

Proposal

Glacier 3000 was chosen for the proposal location because of the Tissot Suspension Bridge. With its awe inspiring panoramic alpine views, the locations offers an ideal location to pop the big question — being on top of the world, surrounded by nothing but clouds, and just feeling the particles of the universe. When you plan to propose, you want to create an experience around that moment and Glacier 3000 had all the options to offer: from Huskies Dog Sled Rides, Glacier Walks, Snow Bus Rides, Glacier Flight, Alpine Coaster, The Ice Cathedral, and of course, Skiing and Snowboarding. It has something for anyone’s adventure taste. 

Advice for couples who want to get married in Switzerland 

Nothing is impossible. With all the vendors working in precision, you have the assurance that every single element is being looked after. A country renowned for its attention to details and organizational skills will be the best support system while planning a wedding. The weather is an essential topic which needs to be addressed too. However, curating the wedding of your dreams is definitely the top of the list and Swiss professionals are well-equipped to handle any situation.

Our team of vendors for this styled shooting displayed equal professionalism and attention to detail. The team complemented each other and all throughout their key roles,  contributed generously to make each moment a work of art.

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