01 What does a wedding planner add to our wedding?

A wedding planner provides a complete picture and a relaxed preparation. It will ensure that your vision becomes reality and that you can enjoy the preparation and look forward to your wedding day without stress. In addition, a wedding planner is there to help you translate your vision and make choices to make your wedding day as perfect as possible. A wedding planner takes good care of you, both on the day itself and during the process and is a good point of contact for your guests and suppliers. You know you're getting quality when you hire an experienced wedding planner, it makes your dream wedding beautiful and ensures you can enjoy every moment! 🤍

02 What is unique about your working method?

At L'Étoile Weddings we offer every bridal couple quality and peace, both during the preparations and on the day itself. We work with a creative and unique approach that will bring your vision to life with the help of high-end suppliers. With our expertise and experience we ensure a relaxed preparation and a wedding where you can enjoy every moment. We ensure good communication and provide an update document every month in which you can see the progress, so you can look forward to this special day. We are always available for your questions and plan an update call when necessary. With our team we ensure a unique, relaxed day, that you will remember forever!🤍😊

03 Do you also do weddings abroad?

Yes, we do! We love a unique picture and we certainly also plan beautiful weddings abroad. We give each wedding something unique, we help with both one-day and multi-day weddings.

04 Is there a possibility for a customized package?

We know what beautiful results our packages deliver and this has always resulted in success stories, that is why we recommend choosing one of our packages. Of course it is possible to design add-ons or a complete package to measure, based on your wishes, after all it is your wedding! We do everything we can to give you a unique, beautiful & stress-free day and preparation! 🤍🥂 Feel free to plan a free discovery call to discuss the possibilities!

05 Can we request a brochure with additional information?

We will send you the brochure after the introduction, as we would like to discuss your wishes and offer you the most suitable package. The introduction is completely without obligation and takes 15-30 minutes. You can request this via the website, on the 'contact' page. We look forward to getting to know you and making your unique wedding a reality! 🤍

06 Do you work with a team and regular suppliers?

On the day itself, we work with a team of professionals, because we want to guarantee quality and then achieve the best results. In the preparation, we discuss your wishes and needs and based on that, we select high-end wedding suppliers that suit you. We have a qualitative and fine network with suppliers, but select per bridal couple which supplier we think suits you. Of course, you make the final choice per supplier, the most important thing is that you have a good feeling about it.

Luxury Amsterdam Wedding - Pestana Amsterdam Riverside

Feb 23
3 min read

ELISE & JENS

luxury weddingplanner amsterdam — A luxury wedding design with minimalistic, chique details, like pearls and calla lilies came together in this Amsterdam wedding in the heart of the city.

Luxury Wedding Amsterdam 16.04.2025 - Pestana Amsterdam

About The Wedding 16.04.2025 - Amsterdam

A wedding in the heart of Amsterdam, surrounded by water, history, and architectural quietness. Set within Pestana Amsterdam, the celebration embraced a white, textured foundation: a space that didn’t ask to be transformed, only to be understood. The room itself offered a rare luxury: a true blank canvas. Soft walls, natural light, and architectural calm created the perfect starting point. Rather than imposing a concept, we allowed the setting to lead. The design became an extension of the couple themselves: calm in presence, chic in expression, and timeless in every decision.

The tables were styled with drapery as their anchor. Not decorative for the sake of trend, but architectural, fabric falling with intention, creating texture and softness against the clean lines of the room. Drapery here wasn’t about movement alone; it was about depth. It grounded the space and introduced tactility without disrupting the serenity of the palette.

Florals followed the same philosophy. Sculptural calla lilies and classic roses were chosen for their form rather than abundance. Placed thoughtfully, they acted almost as objets: editorial, refined, and confident. Each arrangement felt deliberate, allowing negative space to become part of the design. This is where luxury lives: in what you choose not to add. Candles brought warmth, but even here, detail mattered. Small pearls were delicately added. It was a quiet detail. These are the layers that elevate a wedding from beautiful to considered.

The ceremony took place outdoors, in the city yet completely removed from its pace. Flowing rose petals lined the aisle, softening the space and creating a sense of movement without distraction. The moment felt: intimate, emotional, and effortlessly elegant. Following the ceremony, the day unfolded naturally into celebration. On the grand staircase overlooking the Amstel, champagne was popped to celebrate this Amsterdam wedding, with the city serving as a backdrop rather than a distraction.

Upstairs, the atmosphere shifted again: lighter, more playful. The cake cutting became a moment of connection rather than performance. As they shared the first slice, she gently placed a touch of cake on his nose, a gesture that perfectly captured their dynamic: elegant, yet unforced. These are the moments that cannot be styled, only allowed to happen, and they are often the ones remembered most.

Throughout the day, the flow felt intuitive. Each moment transitioned seamlessly into the next, guided by intention rather than schedule. It is this orchestration, quiet, thoughtful, and precise, that allows a wedding to feel both calm and alive. A celebration designed by logistics, flow, but not planned by the minute. A wedding designed not just to be seen, but to be experienced.

This wedding is a reflection of how we approach high-end wedding planning in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands. A refined design does not require excess. It requires clarity. Understanding who the couple is and translating that into an environment that feels authentic and curated.

For couples searching for a wedding planner in Amsterdam who values aesthetic integrity, calm luxury, and thoughtful execution, this celebration shows what is possible when expertise meets intuition. When every element is intentional, the result is not only visually striking, it feels perfectly aligned. And that alignment is what makes a wedding truly unforgettable.

DESIGN, STYLING AND PLANNING: L'Étoile Weddings

PHOTOGRAPHY: Arlene Leilani Photography

FLORAL: L'Étoile Weddings

VIDEOGRAPHY: Emily's Love Vision

VENUE: Pestana Amsterdam

MUAH: Haren By Maren

DRESS: Bergisch Bridal

SUIT: Michael Giso

CAKE ARTIST: Elisabeth Valentijn

PAPER GOODS: Lou Design

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