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A Natural Chic Seaside Wedding in Greece

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Happy bride and groom on their wedding day outdoors

When Dean and Kiki got engaged, they both knew that they wanted to get married in Greece. The grooms family comes from Kalamata, and for them, it was the destination of choice to celebrate their best day ever. 

Exclusive Wedding Tales helped them find the perfect spot, and the rest is history! Their stylish day boasts fresh greenery and scenic ocean views throughout. Catch all the highlights below, and see the entire day in the full gallery from Vasilis Kouroupis Photography.

Bride and bridesmaid share a joyful moment laughing

Happy groom with bride in background on wedding dayBride and groom embracing during their wedding day

Bride and groom portrait on their outdoor wedding day

From Vasilis Kouroupis Photography

The couple lives in the USA and once the groom proposed they knew that the perfect location for their wedding would be Kalamata, Greece where the groom’s family comes from! We have been looking for a spectacular and breathtaking location to host their destination wedding, and after some research we identified that Akrotiri Venue was just the perfect spot!

Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony in decorated churchHappy couple holding hands during church wedding ceremony

Newlyweds exit church, showered with petals by guestsWedding group photo outside church, happy couple and guests

Newlyweds in a classic Mercedes convertible, just married

classic ride

Before the ceremony the couple had their first look session in a beautiful olive grove. It was a very emotional moment for both, as their wedding was finally becoming a reality! The wedding ceremony took place at the Church of Anastaseos which is right next to the beach, and the bride arrived in a classic, stylish black Mercedes!

Romantic seaside wedding couple embracing at sunsetBride and groom holding hands by the sea at their wedding

Happy bride and groom toasting at wedding reception

Outdoor wedding reception tablescape with mountain view

Rustic outdoor wedding reception tablescape with mountain viewElegant wedding place setting with grey plates and greenery

Elegant wedding place setting with rosemary and favor bag

Long wedding table with floral garland centerpieceElegant wedding table setting with greenery garland decor

Wedding table with eucalyptus garland and decorated chairs

seaside reception

The reception took place at Akrotiri venue, a beautiful seaside location, build on a cliff. The guests enjoyed some traditional greek food and drinks and they celebrated until the early morning hours the wedding of Dean and Kiki. The highlight of the evening were the fireworks which lighted up the sky just right at the end of their first dance song! It was something that nobody expected as the couple kept it a surprise to their guests! the fireworks really got the party started!

Outdoor wedding reception with string lights at dusk near ocean

Wedding guests toast the happy couple at outdoor reception

Wedding guests watch fireworks under string lights at nightWedding guests dance in a circle under string lights at night

: Zazoo Event Rentals
Art de la table: White Lilac
Bridal Car: Wedding Classics
Cakes & Catering: G Touch catering
Escort Cards: The Bright Line Studio
Event Planning & Design: Exclusive Wedding Tales
Fireworks: Big Bang Events
Flowers: RedBoxDays
Groom & His Men: Martin Greenfield Clothiers
Jewelry: Mociun
Jewelry: Zolotas
Music and Lighting: Music Essentials
Photographers: Vasilis Kouroupis
Traditional sweets: Athanasiou
Venues: Akrotiri Venue
Wedding Dresses: Lihi Hod
Budget: $30,000

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