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Ellen & Jeff

A bride in a strapless white ballgown with a beaded bodice and a long veil holds hands with a groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie, the two facing each other before a wedding arch at Islet Santorini in Greece. The arch is lush with deep burgundy hydrangeas, white phalaenopsis orchids, pale plumes and dark eucalyptus, framed by clusters of green hydrangea, with the soft blue of the Aegean sea and sky behind them.

Against the backdrop of the Aegean Sea, a romantic tableau unfolds with a luxurious floral arch, a harmonious blend of deep burgundies, crisp whites, and lush greens. Delicate white orchids cascade alongside rich hydrangea blooms and touches of exotic red anthurium, creating a vibrant yet sophisticated palette. The arrangement exudes an air of timeless elegance, perfectly capturing the ethereal beauty of a Grecian wedding.

photographer
Klassen weddings (opens in a new tab)
planner
https://www.lifetimeaffairsantorini.com (opens in a new tab)
venue
Islet Santorini (opens in a new tab)
Close view of a grey, grainy photograph of a Cycladic-style marble figurine, its arms folded across the chest, with a pair of sparkling teardrop crystal earrings with pavé halos hanging from its ears against a pale background. The earrings are the only colour-bright element in the image. This is a wedding detail from Islet in Santorini, Greece, shared as part of Ellen and Jeff's story.
A flat-lay of a cream wedding invitation printed in olive green with an ornate border of grape vines, leaves, butterflies and birds, and a banner reading Elle Varnell and Jeff Newsome. The invitation gives the date of May 28th, 2025, at 6 pm at Islet in Santorini, Greece, with the reception to follow. Beside it sit a green grape, a gold ring with a pair of pale diamonds, and a smaller "More Information" card.
A black and white close-up in profile of a woman with her eyes closed and mouth open, as if about to bite down on a fork held near her lips. Two sparkling teardrop crystal earrings hang from the tines of the fork, catching the light. Her dark hair falls loosely around her face. This is a playful wedding detail shot from Islet in Santorini, Greece.
A wedding ceremony set on a whitewashed terrace above the caldera at Islet in Santorini, Greece, with the blue sea far below. Two tall floral towers of green hydrangea-like blooms, white orchids, deep burgundy foliage and dried pampas stand on a curved white platform, with a violinist in a green gown playing between them. Rows of sage-green velvet chairs face the aisle, which is lined with red anthurium, white dahlias and dark burgundy blooms, and cruise ships drift on the water beyond.
A wedding floral arrangement on a sunlit white terrace at Islet Santorini, Greece, featuring a bright red anthurium at the centre, surrounded by white roses, white phalaenopsis orchids, and deep burgundy carnations and hydrangeas. Dried silver-grey hydrangea stems rise on the left, with dark plum foliage woven through, while mint-green velvet chairs and blurred bursts of red and white blooms sit in the background.
A close-up of a ceremony aisle arrangement on a sunlit white terrace at Islet in Santorini, Greece, set with wedding flowers. In the foreground, a tall spray of white hydrangea and green hydrangea sits beside a single red anthurium, white phalaenopsis orchids, a dark red rose and sprays of deep plum foliage. Behind it, pale green velvet chairs with slim silver legs line the aisle, with more white and red blooms softly blurred in the background.
A violinist in a long olive-green satin gown plays on a whitewashed clifftop terrace overlooking the caldera at Islet Santorini, Greece, where a wedding ceremony is set up with rows of sage-green velvet chairs. Tall floral arrangements of white blooms, deep burgundy roses, and anthuriums with dark foliage frame a raised white altar and an aisle, while cruise ships and distant islands drift on the blue sea under a pale, hazy sky.
Wedding flowers at Islet in Santorini, Greece: a cascade of white garden roses, pale green viburnum and tall white delphinium spikes sits at the foot of a long white fabric panel printed with guest names. Deep burgundy chiffon falls down one side, and dark plum foliage, possibly oxalis or aeonium, adds drama among the blooms and soft moss. The bright, sunlit whitewashed wall and steps behind create a calm, elegant mood.
A bride in a white satin gown with a sparkling crystal-embellished bodice and a high white choker descends a whitewashed staircase, lifting her skirt to one side as she smiles. She holds a bouquet of deep burgundy hydrangea, with dark volcanic stone walls and large grey boulders framing the steps. This is a wedding bridal bouquet photographed at Islet Santorini in Greece, with bright blue sky above.
A bride with dark bobbed hair and a sheer veil laughs joyfully as she holds the hands of her smiling groom, who wears a black tuxedo and bow tie, during a wedding ceremony at Islet in Santorini, Greece. Behind them stands a tall arch of deep burgundy hydrangeas, pale plumes of dried grass, and cascading white phalaenopsis orchids, set against a bright, hazy sky over the sea.
A bride in a white satin ballgown with a sparkling crystal bodice and a deep red hydrangea bouquet walks hand in hand with a groom in a black tuxedo along a white aisle at Islet in Santorini, Greece. Both are smiling, and guests in jewel-toned and lilac dresses line the path. Behind them, tall arches of burgundy hydrangeas, white orchids and dried pampas grass frame a view of the blue Aegean Sea and distant islands. This is a wedding ceremony with flowers in deep reds, whites and greens.
A bride with dark, wavy shoulder-length hair and a white high neck choker holds a flute of champagne in one hand and a dense, rounded bouquet of deep burgundy hydrangea blooms in the other, on a sunlit wedding day at Islet in Santorini, Greece. Her beaded white gown catches the light, and a violinist stands softly out of focus behind her against pale white walls.
Aerial view of curved silver-draped banquet tables at Islet Santorini in Greece, set for a wedding reception. Along the tables sit clusters of green hydrangea-like blooms, white flowers and deep burgundy foliage, with small red roses and dark berry-toned sprigs at intervals, and little glowing candles and crystal glasses catching the light. Green-cushioned chairs line the outer edges, and warm pendant lights hang above.
A bearded man in glasses and a rust-red linen shirt leans over a long table draped in shimmering silver fabric, adjusting a small silver table lamp among crystal wine glasses and white plates. At the table's edge, deep red garden roses, dark burgundy hydrangeas, and sprays of red foliage fill red ceramic vases and a white bowl, with bright red peppers and plums scattered nearby. This is a wedding table setting at Islet in Santorini, Greece, with a rough stone wall and soft evening light behind.
A long curved wedding table at Islet Santorini in Greece, draped in shimmering silver fabric and set with clear glassware and small brass-topped lamps. Along its length runs a lush arrangement of green hydrangeas, deep red garden roses, white dahlias and white snowball blooms, with dark plum foliage and spires of blue-grey flowers threaded through. A smaller red-and-green rose and hydrangea centrepiece sits at the far end, with a pool and white chair-backed seating behind it.
A long wedding table on a clifftop terrace at Islet in Santorini, Greece, dressed with a lush, moody centrepiece of deep burgundy roses, dark plum foliage, lavender-grey lilac, white orchids and white roses, with clusters of green viburnum throughout. Silver metallic linen runs the length of the table, and tall dark taper candles stand in silver holders beside crystal flutes. Soft evening light and the pale sea beyond give the scene a dreamy, jewel-toned elegance.
A long, curving wedding banquet table dressed in shimmering silver lamé on a clifftop terrace at Islet in Santorini, Greece, with the sea glowing pale at dusk behind it. Low arrangements of deep red carnations, green hydrangeas, white blooms and burgundy foliage sit in ruby-glass vases among plates, crystal glasses and teal napkins. Tiered crystal chandeliers hang above, and sleek mint-green chairs line the edge.
A curved head table draped in rumpled silver lamé, set with clear glass plates, stemmed glassware and teal napkins, with sage-green velvet chairs down one side. Along the edge runs a lush arrangement of deep burgundy roses, dark plum foliage, cream hydrangeas and white orchids, with a low green-and-red centrepiece of roses and dark leaves in the middle. This wedding table flower design is at Islet in Santorini, Greece, and the soft overhead light gives it a moody, elegant feel.
Two tall ribbed crystal flutes stand on a polished silver tray beside a lush table arrangement of deep red garden roses, pale green hydrangea heads and red-tinted maple leaves. Around the base sit dark plums, a cluster of ruby grapes, cherries, nectarines and glossy aubergines, all in rich burgundy and jewel tones. This wedding table styling at Islet in Santorini, Greece, has a warm, autumnal feel in soft natural light.
Two tall, deep plum-coloured taper candles stand in ornate silver candlesticks on a wedding table in Greece, with the Islet in Santorini as the setting. Behind them, soft-focus white hydrangeas, green viburnum blooms and burgundy foliage fill the background, and a polished metal lamp and clear ribbed glass sit at the right edge. The muted evening light gives the scene a calm, romantic mood.
A bride in a strapless white ballgown with a sparkling bodice and a soft white neck tie glances over her shoulder with a smile, while a groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie stands beside a long reflective silver table on a clifftop terrace at Islet in Santorini, Greece. Lush centrepieces of white hydrangeas, red roses, dark foliage and tall burgundy candles line the table, with crystal chandeliers overhead and the sea and dark islands glowing under a pastel sunset behind them. This is a wedding table styled with flowers in Greece.
A croquembouche tower of golden caramel-glazed choux pastries, decorated with white blossoms, stands on a clear acrylic table in the foreground at a wedding reception on Islet, Santorini, Greece. Behind it, a man in a black tuxedo and bow tie holds a flute of champagne and watches a bride in a strapless, beaded white gown with a sheer collar. She holds a glass of champagne and touches her finger to her lips, while warm candlelight and crystal chandeliers glow in the dim, elegant room.