JADE &
SATYEN
Join us as we celebrate our marriage...
As we step into this next chapter together, we’re reminded of how grateful we are to share this moment with the people who have shaped us. Your presence in our lives reminds us that love is not just between two people—it radiates outward into a whole community.
... In the heart of southern France...
After Satyen lived in France as a child, we returned just the two of us to make new memories, and ended up staying for over 3 months. As we return once more, this time surrounded by loved ones, marrying there feels like a natural homecoming.
... At a Provençal château filled with rich history.
Our wedding will take place at Château Martinay, an 18th-century neoclassical château nestled in the sun-drenched hills of Provence. As you enter the estate, listen to the babbling stone fountain, walk among centuries-old trees shading romantic pathways, and watch the sun set over 35 hectares of lavender-scented gardens and grounds. Together, we will write our story in the annals of this historic setting.
Schedule
Intimate Ceremony
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
4:30PM to 10:00PM
Attire: Formal
Western Ceremony
Exchanging heartfelt vows under the chuppah.
Apéro
Relaxed sips and bites before dinner.
Welcome Dinner
Family-style Provençal meal.
Pre-Wedding Celebrations
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
拜天地
Bàitiāndì ceremony
~11:30AM to 12:00PM
Attire: Resort Chic
Inside the château; attendance optional. Exact timing to be shared.
Pool Party
12:00PM to 2:00PM
Attire: Resort Chic
Bring swimsuits and towels! Food will be served.
Sangeet
6:00PM to 12:00AM
Attire: Indian Formal
An evening of Indian food, music, and dancing.
Baraat to precede festivities!
Wedding Day
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH
5:00PM - 2:00AM
Attire: Black Tie
Indian Ceremony
Taking pheras under the mandap.
Cocktail Hour
Clink glasses under the golden hour sunlight.
Dinner Reception
Savor an authentic French meal, then dance the night away!
Travel
Find your way here via...
AIR
‣ Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) — 60mi / 1h drive to venue.
‣ Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) — fly in, then take a direct train from CDG's TGV station.
‣ Paris-Orly (ORY) — fly in, then train to Provence. Gare de Lyon is ~30 min from ORY.
‣ Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) — 150mi / 2h40 drive to venue.
TRAIN
‣ Avignon TGV — 25mi / 35m drive to venue.
‣ Aix-en-Provence TGV — 50mi / 1h drive to venue.
◦ via TGV — France’s high-speed trains, operated by SNCF.
◦ via Trenitalia Frecciarossa — Italian high-speed trains now running Paris (Gare de Lyon only) → Aix-en-Provence.
Get around via.,.
CAR
Renting a car from the airport or train station is encouraged to fully enjoy the region! Automatic vehicles are widely available.
Book well in advance— the drive is straightforward and scenic.
DRIVING SERVICES
Taxi/Uber only available from airports and train stations.
Private car transfers can also be arranged.
SHUTTLES
While free parking is available at the venue, shuttles will be provided. Details to follow.
Lay your head at...
Hôtel Crillon le Brave ★★★★★
A luxurious retreat perched in a medieval hilltop village with sweeping views of Mont Ventoux and the Provençal countryside.
Place de l'Eglise, 84410 Crillon-le-Brave · +33 4 90 65 61 61
Château de Mazan ★★★★
A stately 18th-century château in the quiet walkable village of Mazan, nestled at the foot of Mont Ventoux.
8 Place Napoléon, 84380 Mazan · +33 4 90 69 62 61
Le Jardin de Mazan ★★★
A charming B&B with a pool and garden tucked in the heart of Mazan, steps from Château Mazan.
65 Rue des Pénitents Noirs, 84380 Mazan · +33 6 52 41 02 31
Demeures & Châteaux: Hôtel l'Hermitage ★★★
A graceful 19th-century manor set in a century-old park in Pernes-les-Fontaines, a charming fountain-dotted town.
614 Grande Route de Carpentras, 84210 Pernes-les-Fontaines ·
+33 4 90 66 51 41
Le Blason du Ventoux ★★★
A minimalist boutique hotel steps from the pedestrian center of Carpentras, blending modern style with Provençal warmth.
65 Bd Albin Durand, 84200 Carpentras · +33 4 90 67 75 00
Book as far in advance as possible for the lowest rates.
Most hotels have generous cancellation policies.
Attire
Come as you are, in what makes you feel your best. We hope that the below guide can preemptively answer attire-related questions.
All events are outdoors on gravel (or grass, for the pool party) so heels with enough support are recommended throughout the weekend— think block heels, platforms, or wedges. Open dancing will take place indoors.
Formal
Suits or suiting separates for men, tie optional.
Elegant floor-length or ankle-length dresses, jumpsuits, or dressy separates for women.
Event: Intimate Ceremony
Resort Chic
Think elegant sundresses, linen sets, breezy separates, or light cottons. Sandals, flip flops, or wedges welcome as we'll be on grass. Swimwear and sunglasses encouraged!
Event: Pool Party
Indian Formal
Indian attire in vibrant colors is encouraged. Think saris, lehengas, or kurta sets with bandis! Festive Western formal is also acceptable.
Event: Sangeet
New to Indian attire?
Purchase or rent Indian formalwear at the websites below. If opting for a sari please buy pre-pleated; when in doubt, lehengas tend to be easier for first timers. Get something you can dance in!
Black Tie
Dress to the nines in floor-length gowns and tuxedos. The more creativity the better— think unconventional colors, prints, and textures, or statement accessories (e.g. a fun tie style or color on a standard tuxedo). Have fun with it!
Event: Wedding Day
For women, we kindly ask that you avoid white Western attire and red Indian attire, as these are reserved for the bride.