Amy and Lauren: From Saint-Tropez Proposal to Maxim’s Paris Wedding

A New Year’s Eve Celebration of Love: Amy and Lauren’s Luxury Paris Wedding

When it comes to celebrating a union in the world’s most romantic city, few settings offer the timeless allure of Paris. For Amy and Lauren, their wedding was not just a ceremony, but a carefully curated experience designed to blend intimacy with high-energy celebration. By choosing the iconic Maxim’s as their venue, the couple crafted a “deliberately Parisian” event that transitioned from a quiet, ethereal beginning to an unforgettable New Year’s Eve party.

The Proposal: A Romantic Gesture in Saint-Tropez

The journey toward their Parisian wedding began with a surprise proposal in Saint-Tropez. To ensure the moment was perfect, Amy planned the proposal during her own 40th birthday celebration, recognizing it as a time when attention was already naturally focused on her. Only two friends were kept in the loop, primarily because they were entrusted with the ring.

The evening took place at Villa Belrose. After suggesting a drink before the group dinner, Amy convinced Lauren to walk into the garden facing the sea. In that private moment, Amy proposed, leading to a reaction from Lauren so loud that it was heard across the entire bar and terrace. The couple spent the remainder of the week celebrating the engagement in true Saint-Tropez style.

Designing a “Deliberately Parisian” Celebration at Maxim’s

For their wedding venue, Amy and Lauren sought a location that spoke for itself. They chose Maxim’s, a hotspot of Parisian nightlife, because its inherent design aligned with their vision. With its iconic carpets, Tiffany lamps, and ornate detailing, the venue required very little additional decoration; the couple added only a layer of precise, romantic florals to complete the look.

A Strategic Flow of Energy

The couple designed the wedding as a gradual build-up of tension and energy, utilizing the different levels of the venue to guide the guests’ experience:

• The Ceremony: Held on the top floor, the ceremony was intentionally designed to be elegant, light, and simple—providing an ethereal contrast to the drama of the later festivities.
• The Transition: Guests moved to the second level for cocktails before descending to the ground floor for dinner.
• The Finale: The night concluded with a “hidden” dance party tucked away for the late-night hours.

From Intimate Dinner to High-Energy Dance Floor

The core of the celebration was a “dinner party” intended to make guests feel like an integral part of the couple’s love story. This intimacy was reinforced through personalized, handwritten notes placed at every guest’s seat.

Culinary Highlights and Entertainment

The dining experience was designed to feel like the best dinner party the couple had ever hosted, featuring great wines and a customized Maxim’s menu. A standout dish was the linguine with caviar, a favorite among the guests. As the dinner progressed, the energy shifted with the appearance of Crazy Horse dancers, who kept the atmosphere vibrant and lively.

The transition from dinner to the dance floor was a surprise; the couple escorted their guests into the next room, sparking a party that Lauren recalls as “completely crazy,” with guests dancing non-stop for four hours.

A Midnight Finale to Start the New Year

Because the wedding coincided with New Year’s Eve, the celebration reached a cinematic peak at midnight. The couple organized a champagne tower to launch the countdown, followed by a shower of confetti as the clock struck twelve.

For Amy and Lauren, having the magic of Maxim’s exclusively for their guests was the definition of perfection, blending the timeless allure of Paris with a deeply personal celebration of their commitment.