“Minimal But Extra” – A Modern, Monochrome Wedding in Santorini

Chic decor. Contemporary style. Completely breathtaking views. Kassie + Thomas’s destination wedding in Santorini, Greece was nonstop monochrome magic.

The UK-based couple knew they wanted their celebration to be a beautiful balance that felt “minimal but extra.” In fact, juxtapositions like that one became a key part the way the day’s b+w aesthetic would take shape at El Viento Santorini.

“We loved the idea of the very old venue with the modern decor to give it a juxtaposition that we felt was very us as a couple,” Kassie + Thomas say. “We are the complete opposites of each other but somehow it works perfectly.“

With the help of planners + event designers from Charlotte May Weddings, Kassie + Thomas’s Greek destination wedding dreams came to life. And what could be sweeter than saying “I do” surrounded by stunning views of the Caldera of Santorini?

Let’s dive into the pics! Moments To Keep Photography captured it all so beautifully.

How sophisticated does Thomas look in this white jacket tux!

The couple asked guests to rock white dresses and black tuxes, and the over-all effect on the look of the day was totally stunning.

If you’re wondering whether to go with an all-white look for a wedding you’ve got on the books, don’t miss our helpful attire guide: Can You Wear White To A Wedding?

The Ceremony

Every Santorini groom needs a pair of sunnies. Check out our collection of stylish sunglasses for men!

Bloom De’ Fleur created the day’s striking all-white floral arrangements. Such a gorgeous combo of anthurium, roses, and baby’s breath.

We are 100% obsessed with Kassie’s unique custom couture gown from Jan Si Studios. We’ve never seen anything like this layered mix of structured pieces and billowing fabric!

“We first met in a bar where I approached Tom to tell him that I thought he looked like a well known English soap star,” Kassie remembers. “The comparison I don’t think went down too well at the time as he hated the programme, but it got us talking!”

How chic are Kassie’s low bun bridal hairstyle by Bella Damigou and bridal makeup look by Renia Bledaki!

Those silver pointed toe Prada heels! What a great way to add some metallic flair to the day’s b+w aesthetic.

Our Musical Choices
Processional
"Into You" by Jac Ross
Recessional
"First Time" by  M-22
First Dance
"All She Wanna Do" by John Legend

We know you’re dying to know all about this absolutely iconic bridal look, so here’s the full scoop:

“WHAT A JOURNEY!” Kassie begins. “‘The dress’ wasn’t my original dress. I had ordered a dress from Australia, and when it came it was nothing I imagined it would be. I was heartbroken. The dress has been on my Pinterest board before I’d even met Tom. But when I tried it on I didn’t get ‘that feeling,’ and it looked as though it had been worn for 3 other weddings previously! Panic really set in with less than six months to go to the wedding but, as the saying goes, everything happens for a reason. A few weeks later after a million bridal shop visits I was served an Instagram advertisement for the designer Jan Si Studios. Our worlds aligned.”

“I’m addicted to aesthetics, and her studio looked just like my living room with the Crittall windows and white wash walls. Her very modern bridal aesthetics were a perfect match to mine. From the first Zoom call I had with Signita I knew we were about to embark on such a special journey of designing my wedding dress from scratch. I sent ideas over of dresses I loved (none of them wedding dresses)—all very couture or with an editorial feel to them—and Signita got to work. The process was seamless, even though I’m sure there were many sleepless nights on her end due to the very short time scale, and the dress after 3 fittings came to life.”

“I feel as though we have given my dress her own persona. My dress was nothing I ever imagined but everything I had dreamed she would be, if that is possible. I’ll be forever grateful to Signita for creating such a special piece, we still message weekly about how beautiful she is!”

The Reception

This custom canvas signage by Illuminography created such a romantic, lyrical focal point for the outdoor celebration. Very into the minimalistic b+w vibe.

Definitely take a look at our list of beautiful long sleeve wedding dresses if you’re as into Kassie’s bridal silhouette as we are.

Wedding guest dress codes are one of our fave wedding trends of the moment, so we are loving the cohesive look created by the b+w guest attire on Kassie + Thomas’s big day.

Illuminography also created these towering b+w minimalist wedding reception searing charts. We are so captivated by this juxtaposition of clean lines + contemporary typeface against the natural beauty of the Greek coastal cliffside.

“Our reception table brought the ‘EXTRA.’” remembers the couple of the setup from Weddings & Whimsy and the way it added to the “minimal but extra” aesthetic. “We had the serpentine table custom made two weeks before the big day with beautiful chandeliers giving all the glam.”

Customized cloth napkins with romantic quotes + song lyrics were a clever way to weave the b+w typeface theme of the celebration’s decor into the tablescape.

Those opulent, glittering chandeliers came courtesy of Maison Trilogie.

“We wanted it to feel as though we were in Santorini,” the couple remembers, “which El Viento provides effortlessly with its Caldera views and front row seats for the beautiful Santorini sunset.”

The combo of Kassie’s bridal updo with her puff sleeve wedding dress really was the definition of chic + contemporary bridal style.

Our Favorite Memory
From the bride: "Our reception entrance. Me and Tom Love a good party and to dance the night away and really wanted to set the tone for the night ahead! 5 seconds before we were to come down the stairs of El Viento to the reception terrace I said to Tom, "We need to dance and get this party started." We had John Legend "Good Night" playing in the back ground and it really set the tone for the rest of the evening. People were up dancing throughout the dinner until the last song of the night. It gives me tingles still thinking about it now."

If Kassie + Thomas’s day has you scrolling plane tickets with a new plan to tie the knot in Santorini, check out this modern + eclectic Santorini wedding shoot and this dreamy floral Santorini wedding for even more inpso.

The combination of white pillar candles in glass cylinder vases and twinkling chandeliers created a perfect twilight glow.

Spicy Bites provided the feast that Kassie + Thomas’s guests enjoyed at the winding outdoor banquet table.

Our Advice
Don’t sweat the small stuff no one notices anyway, even you! 

Some final words of wisdom from the bride + groom?: “Enjoy every second.”

Congratulations, Kassie + Thomas, on your chic + contemporary cliffside wedding in Greece! All the very best from GWS!