Aegean Coast Wedding Celebration at Caresse Bodrum

Rhea and Chris brought family and friends to Bodrum for a two-day celebration that blended his Lebanese traditions with her Indian heritage. The first evening began with a welcome gathering and Sangeet at Caresse Bodrum, setting a completely different tone from the wedding day.

The next day started with the details and getting ready before we photographed the couple around the property. Caresse’s gardens, contemporary architecture, and waterfront gave us several different settings before everyone gathered for the ceremony beside the Aegean.

Planned by SJS Events, the ceremony featured florals by Nature Bodrum Event, framing the couple against the water without losing the setting's openness. From there, the celebration moved into a waterfront reception where dinner, candlelight, speeches, and the changing evening light gradually transformed the atmosphere.

The reception brought both families and traditions back together through music and entertainment. Bassam led the Sangeet and reception as MC; DJ Jeff kept the dance floor moving, and Sunu Event's live entertainment carried the celebration into the night before fireworks closed the evening over the water.

Nighttime outdoor wedding reception setup with long tables decorated with candles and flowers, overlooking a body of water with boats and city lights in the background.

A couple sharing a kiss at a nighttime outdoor event decorated with floral arrangements and candles.

Nighttime outdoor event with illuminated palm trees, floral arrangements, and table settings on a terrace with a dark sky, crescent moon, and decorative lights reflecting on water.

A decorated outdoor banquet table with pink and purple flowers and candles, illuminated at night with bright stage lights in the background.

A woman in a traditional Indian bridal outfit with gold embroidery, jewelry, and a dupatta, standing on a wooden staircase flanked by purple bougainvillea flowers at night.

Couple in traditional South Asian attire at a decorated outdoor wedding reception at night, lighting candles and flowers on the table.

People dressed in traditional South Asian attire at a celebration, with some taking photos and enjoying the event.

Three women dressed in gold sequin gowns, wearing large peacock feather headpieces, standing on a dark background at an event or performance.

Person performing fire dance with flames in a dark outdoor setting.

A man with arms raised stands in the center of a group of women at night. The women are reaching towards him, all with joyful expressions. The background is dark with a hint of light.

Flowers in glass vases with candles on a table at night, illuminated from below, against a dark sky.

Nighttime scene with floral arrangements on tables, lit candles, and distant city lights or bridge in the background.

Fire dancer performing at night, creating swirling patterns with fire poi.

A woman dressed as a fire performer spins flaming objects during a nightfire performance.

Two Whirling Dervishes performing a traditional Sufi dance at night, with a sailboat visible in the background.

A woman dressed in traditional Indian attire dancing with a group of people during a celebration at night.

Two dancers wearing white outfits performing at night, captured in motion with blurred movement.

Motion-blurred person in a light pink outfit with brown hair against a dark background.

A scenic view of a coastal area with boats docked near a modern outdoor lounge with white armchairs and tables, surrounded by green plants and flowers, overlooking a calm body of water with hills in the background.

People dancing on an illuminated outdoor stage at night near a marina with yachts, trees, and flowers.

Wedding welcome sign on marble floor with black shoes, black nail polish, a gold ring, and a black bow hair accessory.

Man in a tuxedo with a bow tie standing outdoors on a sunny day.

Two men in tuxedos standing outside on a wooden deck, with greenery and trees behind them.

A gold wedding band with a row of small diamonds in the center, resting on a marble surface.

A woman in a white wedding dress standing indoors near large windows with blinds, looking down, with a lamp and a magazine on a table nearby.

Black and white photo of a woman with dark, wavy hair, wearing a pearl necklace and a floral dress, adjusting her hair.

A man in a black tuxedo with a bow tie standing outdoors among tall green banana plants and shrubs.

A white wedding gown with sequins hanging on a white hanger, displayed on a staircase banister in a modern house.

Elegant jewelry and accessories laid out on a textured surface, including a pearl necklace, a pearl brooch, a sparkling high heel shoe, a perfume bottle with a ring, and a hair accessory.

A woman in a white wedding dress walking along a garden pathway, with a brown wooden fence on the left and spiky plants on the right, under a partly cloudy sky.

Woman in a white floral dress and pearl jewelry posing outdoors next to a tall rust-colored metal structure, shielding her eyes from the sun.

A man in a white dress shirt is being assisted with a black bow tie by another man dressed in black, both preparing the man for a formal event.

A man in a gray tuxedo with a black bow tie sitting outdoors, drinking water from a glass with a straw, on a wicker chair, with wooden fencing and greenery in the background.

A man in a black tuxedo with a white shirt and black bowtie standing outdoors among lush green plants and bushes, with a stone wall and railing in the background.

A woman in an elegant wedding dress stands outdoors near a modern wooden wall, shielding her eyes from the sun with her hand, with a waterfront view in the background.

A bride and groom standing on a pathway surrounded by greenery, with large leaves in the foreground and a modern building in the background.

A woman in a white wedding dress standing next to an artistic sculpture of two faces with a pink flower between them in a lush outdoor garden with palm trees and colorful flowers.

A bride and groom standing close and kissing outdoors, with palm trees and a large black horse sculpture in the background.

People dressed in formal attire walking near a marina with yachts and boats docked, surrounded by greenery and flowers, with hills and a cloudy sky in the background.

A wedding arch decorated with white flowers by the water, with a boat visible in the background.

Guests at an outdoor event, with a man in a tuxedo holding a drink and a young woman in a floral dress walking on stone pavement, greenery, and trees in the background.

A wedding ceremony taking place on a platform over the water, with a floral arch, couple exchanging vows, and an officiant in the middle.

A man in a black tuxedo and bow tie is speaking into a microphone during a wedding ceremony, with a woman in a white dress and veil facing him. There are large white flowers behind them.

A couple is sharing a kiss during their wedding ceremony by the water, under a large arch decorated with white and pink flowers, with a priest officiating nearby.

An elegant evening wedding reception table with candlelit floral centerpieces, glassware, and silver dinnerware, outdoors at night.

Elegant outdoor wedding reception table with floral arrangements and hanging lanterns at night.

Night scene of a marina with moored boats illuminated by yellow and blue lights, a curved waterfront with umbrellas, and a dark hillside in the background.

A tall white wedding cake decorated with roses and intricate patterns, with a monogrammed cake topper surrounded by flowers at a nighttime reception with tables and string lights.

Elegant wedding menu with gold floral borders and script text, honoring Poha and Christopher on October 12th, 2024, featuring salad, appetizers, and main course options.

Bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception with fireworks and guests around, nighttime outdoor setting with elegant decor.

Elegant table setting with wine glasses, candles, and a printed menu on a decorative plate at a formal event.

Nighttime aerial view of an event space with round tables covered in white tablecloths and decorated with centerpieces, illuminated by warm lighting. The tables are arranged around a stage or dance floor.

Night view of an outdoor event setup with round tables decorated with floral centerpieces and candles, illuminated by bright lights, under a dark sky.

People dancing with illuminated drums at a nighttime event, water spray in the air, and bright stage lights overhead.

Bride and groom dancing with guests at a wedding reception dance floor with floral decorations and live music performers holding lighted drums.

Nighttime celebration with a large crowd of people, some dancing and some taking photos. Bright stage lights and a visible moon in the dark sky.

Nighttime outdoor party with people dancing under colorful lights near a pool, with a restaurant sign 'buddha-far reach' illuminated in the background.

A woman in a wedding dress is lifted by a man while dancing at a celebration, with other people and dancers playing drums in the background.

A bride and groom share a dance at their wedding reception, surrounded by fireworks and guests in the background.

Nighttime celebration with fireworks over a waterfront, large crowd seated at banquet tables, some taking photos, decorated with floral centerpieces and illuminated by string lights.

Planner: @sjsevents Venue: @caressebodrum Photo: @andreassellinidis Video: @panagiotakis_george DJ: @djjeffdxb Sangeet and Reception MC: @m.c.bassam Entertainment: @sunuevent Decor: @naturebodrumevent AV: @bfa_production AV Management: @getdjraj Fireworks. @bfa_production

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