Clémentine Marchal (née Xardel)
Founder & editor-in-chief of Madame C: creator of precious moments, inspired writer of high-end weddings, in France and elsewhere — with elegance, audacity… and a contagious smile.
19 years agoI dreamed of organizing weddings, creating happiness, and making unforgettable days happen. It all started with a blog. Mrs C — a vision of French elegance, enhanced with a touch of contemporary boldness. Passionate about writing since childhood, I became a whisperer of beautiful stories. I quickly realized that my superpower was to bring others into the spotlight.
From 2010 to 2016, the dream came true. After travelling around France and organizing more than a hundred weddings, I decided to sell my business to write a new chapter.
Inspired by my life as a mother, I launched the first edition of KIDS etc. A recreational festival for young and old. Families are there in force, the event is a success.
5 years later, the event takes up residence in the most beautiful Paris store at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann for 2 years consecutive. In Nov. 2022 it is the turn of BHV Swamp from U.S welcome for a magical edition of a Christmas in Provence. After 8 wonderful years, I decided to sell the brand, which now continues its adventure with Hélène Batard the controls.
Today, the desire to refocus on the world of weddings and to bring together a community of committed professionals is becoming increasingly clear.
In April 2024, a burning desire arose to bring together key players in the high-end wedding industry around...an exceptional day in ProvenceOver 150 professionals are attending this first edition. In August 2025, I will give this momentum a new dimension by launching the Madame Social Club, a circle dedicated to experts in exceptional weddings.
A wedding editor since 2007, I also support brands in the wedding, children's, and home decor sectors through... mentoring and consulting missions — a valuable way to pass on, nurture and continue to reveal talents.
And always the furious desire to share my vision of modern luxury for future brides and grooms looking for inspiration.
If you have any questions, please feel free to visit the page Contact I would be happy to answer it.
A little more about me…
Married since…
22 years old and still in love
(in a relationship for 27 years)
My pillars
My husband, my daughters, and my two furry dogs
The best place in the world to disconnect
Puglia in Italy, Provence and Lavandou in the Var
I get up…
… early !
5am on average. and I drink (way too much) of coffee.
I believe…
To the magic of a smile
A dream atmosphere for a wedding
A wedding in Puglia, Italy
Passionately
Couture
I am…
a dreamer, a sensitive, a caring person. Some would say "kind". It's true, I love life and the people I have chosen.
I am firmly convinced…
Let everyone's success come through personal accomplishment. Listen to your inner voice
My advice as an entrepreneur
From your failures you will draw your greatest successes.
"
Details make perfection. And perfection is not a detail.
– Leonardo da Vinci
