A geranium-draped Plaza Athénée balcony looking out to the Eiffel Tower

Hôtel Plaza Athénée · Avenue Montaigne

Kat & Elston

The Browns à Paris

Le 1er Décembre 2026
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An Intimate Editorial Celebration

In the City of Love, surrounded by those who mean the most, Katherine and Elston invite you to share in the beginning of their forever.

Tuesday, the first of December, 2026 — Hôtel Plaza Athénée, 25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris.

Kat and Elston together on a warm evening

Our road to December 1st

One date, three times over.

Our story has always come back to one date — December 1. It's the day we became boyfriend and girlfriend, and the day Elston proposed. Choosing to marry on that same date felt like the perfect way to begin this next chapter.

Our greatest blessing is our son, Emerson, who will be our guest of honour. Becoming parents made our love stronger and more intentional, and having him beside us as we exchange our vows makes the day all the more meaningful.

We chose Paris because it reflects everything we want this wedding to be: timeless, elegant, intimate, romantic. Rather than a large wedding, we're creating an experience where every detail feels thoughtful and every moment has purpose.

Kat & Elston

The geranium-draped façade of Hôtel Plaza Athénée on Avenue Montaigne

The Venue

Hôtel Plaza Athénée

Since 1913, the red awnings of Avenue Montaigne have marked the most quietly storied address in Paris. Crimson geraniums, gilded salons, candlelight against boiserie — this is where we will say yes.

Address
25 Avenue Montaigne, 75008
Ceremony
4:00 pm · 1 December 2026
Attire
Black tie
View on the map

Six days in Paris

L'Agenda du Love

  1. Nov. 29Arrival to Paris
  2. Nov. 30Welcome Celebration
  3. Dec. 1Wedding Day
    5:30 pmWedding Ceremony
    6:30 pm – 7:30 pmCocktail Hour
    7:30 pm – 11:00 pmReception & Dinner
  4. Dec. 2Day After Wedding
  5. Dec. 3Disneyland Paris
  6. Dec. 4Departure
The Eiffel Tower above Haussmann rooftops at dusk

Strictly observed

Dress Code

A guest in a floor-length champagne satin gown in a gilded salon

Ladies

Inspired by timeless Parisian elegance, ladies are kindly asked to wear a floor-length gown in champagne, bronze, taupe, or sage.

One-shoulder champagne satin gownSage satin gown with a draped capeBronze lace floor-length gown
A gentleman in a classic black shawl-lapel tuxedo with a black bow tie

Gentlemen

A classic black tuxedo is preferred. A black suit with a white dress shirt and black bow tie or necktie is also welcome.

Double-breasted black tuxedo with satin peak lapelsVelvet bow tie and crimson pocket square detailYoung gentleman in a tailored black tuxedo

No denim, no daytime colours. Paris in December rewards a good overcoat.

Where we rest

Stay

Apartment in the 17th Arrondissement

Experience Paris like a local. Nestled among charming, tree-lined streets, our family apartment offers a cosy and authentic Parisian stay — neighbourhood cafés, artisan bakeries and local markets, a short journey from the Eiffel Tower.

Check in
Sun 29 Nov · 3:00 pm
Check out
Fri 4 Dec · 10:00 am

The Brown Wedding Suite · La Réserve Paris

Kat & Elston have reserved a suite at La Réserve Paris for two nights of the festivities. On the morning of the wedding, the ladies will join Kat at the suite to get ready together before the ceremony.

Check in
Mon 30 Nov · 3:00 pm
Check out
Wed 2 Dec · 12:00 pm
Address
42 Avenue Gabriel, 75008

Before you fly

Things to Know

Weather in December

7°C / 45°F

low 2°C / 36°F

Cool with occasional rain. Bring a warm coat, layers, a scarf, and shoes made for cobblestones.

Currency & Time

Euro (€)

1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR — rates fluctuate, please check before travelling. Paris runs six hours ahead of EST: noon in New York is 6:00 pm on Avenue Montaigne.

A Few French Words

Bonjour
Hello / Good day
Bonsoir
Good evening
Merci
Thank you
S'il vous plaît
Please
Excusez-moi
Excuse me
Parlez-vous anglais ?
Do you speak English?
Au revoir
Goodbye