About ARONDE
What is ARONDE Weddings?
ARONDE is an independent wedding research and planning resource for couples getting married in France.
We bring together practical planning guides, venue and regional information, downloadable resources, and personalized research services to help you plan with greater clarity and confidence.
Is ARONDE a wedding planning agency?
ARONDE specializes in independent research and remote planning support rather than full-service wedding planning.
We help couples research options, compare venues and vendors, understand practical requirements, and organize important details.
We do not provide on-site coordination or book venues and vendors on your behalf.
Is ARONDE only for American couples?
Not at all. Although many of our resources are written with American and other international couples in mind, anyone planning a wedding in France is welcome to use them.
Our website and personalized services are provided in English.
Are your venue and vendor recommendations independent?
Yes. Our personalized recommendations are based on your wedding requirements, preferences, and priorities.
Venues and vendors do not need to be ARONDE partners to be considered.
Paid listings or promotional relationships do not determine which options we recommend in a personalized research report.
Personalized Research
Services
What personalized services does ARONDE offer?
Our services help couples with specific parts of the wedding planning process, including researching wedding venues, finding potential vendors, exploring guest accommodation and transportation options, and developing wedding-day timelines.
Each service focuses on a defined set of research and planning deliverables, allowing you to choose the support you need.
How does Personalized Venue Shortlisting work?
You choose a research package and complete a detailed Wedding Brief describing your plans, budget, priorities, and essential requirements.
We research suitable properties, review available information, contact promising venues, and prepare a personalized report comparing the selected options.
The goal is to help you make a more informed decision before contacting your preferred venues about booking.
Can you help if we haven't chosen a region of France?
Yes. You do not need to select a region before requesting venue research.
We can consider multiple regions based on your guest count, budget, travel requirements, preferred atmosphere, and other priorities.
Do you contact venues directly?
Yes. Direct venue inquiries are part of our Personalized Venue Shortlisting research process.
We contact promising properties to request information about relevant availability, pricing, accommodation, and important rental conditions.
However, venue responses are outside our control, and availability or pricing may change before you make a booking.
Will you book the venue or negotiate contracts for us?
No. Our service provides independent research and recommendations.
You remain responsible for choosing your preferred venue, arranging visits, negotiating terms, reviewing contracts, and making reservations or payments directly with the property.
What if our requirements are very specific?
We encourage you to share your absolute must-haves and areas where you may have some flexibility.
For example, your guest capacity might be non-negotiable, while your preferred region or airport transfer time could be flexible.
Understanding these priorities helps us identify suitable properties and explain any trade-offs clearly.
Orders,
Payment &
Delivery
How long does Personalized Venue Shortlisting take?
Your personalized venue research report is delivered within 14 business days after your payment has been confirmed and we have received your completed Wedding Brief.
What will we receive?
You'll receive a personalized venue research report with the number of properties included in your selected package.
The report brings together venue details, relevant pricing information, accommodation options, practical considerations, and a comparison of the selected properties.
We distinguish between information confirmed directly by venues and details that still need verification
Can we request changes to our Wedding Brief after ordering?
If your wedding plans change, please contact us as soon as possible.
We can review the requested changes and explain whether they can be accommodated within the original research scope.
Significant changes may require a revised brief or additional research.
Are venue prices and availability guaranteed?
No. Venue prices, availability, and rental conditions can change.
Our reports reflect information available during the research period, including responses received directly from properties. Final terms must be confirmed with the venue before booking.
Can we request a refund?
Refund eligibility depends on the stage of your order and the applicable service terms.
Please review our Refund Policy or contact us with questions before purchasing.
Planning Your Wedding in France
Do we need to speak French to plan a wedding in France?
Not necessarily. Many venues and wedding professionals work with international couples, although their level of English may vary.
Our English-language guides and research reports can help you understand your options and prepare questions when communicating with French wedding professionals.
Can we legally get married in France if we live abroad?
Civil marriage in France involves specific legal and residency requirements that may be difficult for couples living abroad to meet.
For this reason, many international couples choose to complete their legal marriage elsewhere and celebrate with a symbolic ceremony in France.
We recommend confirming the applicable requirements with the relevant French authorities.
Is ARONDE only for American couples?
Not at all. Although many of our resources are written with American and other international couples in mind, anyone planning a wedding in France is welcome to use them.
Our website and personalized services are provided in English.
Do you offer free wedding planning resources?
Yes. Our website includes free articles, regional guides, wedding planning advice, and downloadable resources to help you research and organize your wedding in France.
You can explore these materials whether or not you purchase a personalized service.
Still Have Questions?
We're happy to help you understand our services and decide which resources are right for your plans.