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A wedding arch covered in white hydrangeas and baby's breath, set beside the sea at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, where a bride in a voluminous tiered tulle gown with a long train stands facing a groom in a black suit as they exchange rings. The bride's hair is swept into a low bun, and the pale blue sky and still water beneath the arch reflect the white blooms in a soft, airy scene.

In a symphony of elegance and romance, this floral masterpiece frames an intimate moment beneath a brilliant blue sky. The archway, adorned with lush clusters of pristine white blooms and delicate baby's breath, creates a dreamy, ethereal backdrop that captures the essence of sophistication and serenity. The reflective surface beneath adds a touch of modernity, while the gentle ocean breeze seems to whisper promises of a new beginning. This harmonious blend of nature’s finest elements crafts a breathtaking scene, perfect for any discerning couple seeking a timeless and enchanting setting for their special day.

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Abaton Island Resort & Spa (opens in a new tab)
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Fazou W eddings & Events (opens in a new tab)
photographer
Aleksey Dobrovolsky (opens in a new tab)
A tall rectangular wedding arch covered in dense white hydrangeas, roses and airy baby's breath, standing at the edge of an infinity pool at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece. Its reflection stretches down into the dark still water, and behind it a fan palm and the deep blue Aegean meet a clear sky. The bright, calm scene feels elegant and serene, and this arch is one of the wedding flowers created for Holly and Mark's celebration.
A bride in a voluminous white tiered tulle gown stands at the centre of six smiling bridesmaids in black satin dresses, each holding a white bouquet of peonies, roses and calla lilies, beneath a rectangular arch of white hydrangeas and baby's breath. Wedding flowers at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, with the deep blue Mediterranean sea and clear sky stretching behind them.
A black-framed mirror welcome sign at the entrance of a wedding in Crete, Greece, at Abaton Island Resort & Spa, dressed with all-white flowers: clusters of white hydrangeas and cascading baby's breath (gypsophila) tumble down both sides and gather at the base, with sprigs of green foliage weaving through. The mirror reflects the sea and guests, and the fine white lettering on its surface reads "Chloe Ashton" with a date below.
Tall all-white ceremony arrangements of hydrangeas, white garden roses, delphinium spires and baby's breath rise from tall mirrored pedestals on a pale wooden terrace at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece. Clear acrylic Ghost chairs sit in rows behind them, with a soft blue sea and hazy hillside stretching into the bright, misty distance. The overall feel is airy, elegant and entirely monochrome, a wedding aisle styled in pure white.
A bride in a white satin bodice and tiered tulle skirt holds a bouquet of white calla lilies against her waist, eyes closed and smiling as the groom, in a black suit with a white rose boutonniere, kisses her temple from behind. Soft evening light falls across the scene, with a blue sea and hazy hills behind white buildings at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece, a wedding moment for Holly and Mark.
A wedding reception table at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, set with grey linen and dark glass chairs beneath tiered crystal chandeliers. A long garland of white hydrangeas trails down the side of the table, and white roses and gypsophila fill the low centrepieces, with pillar candles glowing among the glassware. Sheer white drapes frame the wooden-ceilinged terrace, and the warm evening light gives the scene a soft, elegant calm.
Long wedding banquet tables on a covered terrace at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, dressed in grey linens with smoky glassware and white napkins. Dense white hydrangea centrepieces sit along the tables, with tall pillar candles in glass hurricanes between them, and tiered crystal chandeliers hang from the timber ceiling above. Sheer white drapes frame the stone wall and greenery beyond, and the warm evening light gives the whole scene a soft, elegant glow.
Long rectangular tables dressed in grey linen run through a pavilion strung with warm fairy lights beneath a slatted timber ceiling, with white drapes swagged between tiered crystal chandeliers. Cascades of white hydrangeas and white stock spill along the tables and gather in a sculptural arrangement at the far end, all set for a wedding at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece.
A wedding head table at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, dressed with a sweeping, low arrangement of white hydrangeas, gypsophila and tall white delphinium-like spires that spill down over a charcoal-grey tablecloth. Two tiered crystal chandeliers hang beneath a wooden pergola draped in soft white fabric, and glass chairs and candles glow in warm late-afternoon light against a rough stone wall and dark green hedging. Blurred crystal drops in the foreground add a soft, glittering frame to the scene.
A wedding reception space at Abaton Island Resort & Spa in Crete, Greece, under a ceiling strung with warm fairy lights across wooden beams. Round tables draped in grey linen are dressed with tall white blooms, likely hydrangeas and garden roses, that trail down the tables and sit along the edges of the dance floor. A dark floor carries the mirrored names "Holly" and "Mark" in elegant script, and white drapes and crystal chandeliers add a soft, glowing finish.
A long wedding dining table set for an evening meal at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece, dressed in charcoal linen with black-rimmed plates and smoky grey glassware. Dense white hydrangea centrepieces sit between tall pillar candles in silver-rimmed glass, and white napkins edged in black are folded at each place beside a printed menu card. Warm low sunlight falls across the table, giving the scene a calm, monochrome elegance.
White hydrangeas, gypsophila and delphinium-like white spikes spill from a floral arrangement at the base of a tall acrylic seating plan, with eucalyptus sprigs and glass votive candles at its foot. Beyond, under a pergola strung with warm fairy lights, round tables dressed in grey linen and white floral garlands stand ready for a wedding reception at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece. A black dance floor with white script lettering sits in the centre, framed by crystal chandeliers and white drapery.
A white flower arrangement of hydrangeas, white garden roses and delicate baby's breath sits at the foot of a black easel holding a large crossword sign titled "Sip & Solve," set in the lobby of Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece, as part of a wedding celebration. The sign is black and white with clues in two columns, and the crossword grid features the words "Chicago," "Lamar" and "Brace" written in its squares. Behind it stands a sculptural white fluted column, and the glossy pale floor reflects the soft light.
A bride in a white satin gown with an off-shoulder neckline and a pearl-studded hair clip kisses her groom in a black suit beneath a wooden pergola strung with warm fairy lights, while fountains of sparks rise on either side of them at night. She holds a bridal bouquet of white calla lilies, and large lettering on the floor beneath them reads "Holly & Mark". This is a wedding moment at Abaton Island Resort & Spa on Crete, Greece.

Style & flowers

Classic, luxury wedding flowers in an all-white palette at Abaton Island Resort & Spa, Crete, with hydrangeas, roses, gypsophila and calla lilies.

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