A cinematic 1920s wedding portrait

Grace
Thomas

By order of love, you are invited

15 August 2027
Athens, Greece
120
Days
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Our Story

Spring 2018

The First Encounter

In the quiet halls of the university library, destiny made its move. Katerina was searching for a philosophy book, while Giorgos was buried in architectural plans. One look, one coffee, one conversation until closing time — and just like that, a new story began. By order of the heart.

Summer 2019

The First Escape

Santorini, sunset in Oia. With the sky painted gold and the sea below them, they held hands and made an unspoken promise: to conquer every road, every dream, and every tomorrow together. The world was theirs for the taking.

Winter 2020

Through Smoke and Shadows

When the world stood still, their love kept moving. Behind closed doors, they cooked, laughed, danced in the living room, and learned that home was never made of walls. Home was the person standing beside you when everything else faded.

February 14, 2024

The Proposal

Back to the library. Same table. Same philosophy book. But this time, hidden between its pages, there was a ring and a question that would change everything: Will you write the rest of our story with me? And the answer was sealed like a Shelby promise.

August 15, 2027

The Next Chapter

Today, surrounded by family and friends, Katerina and Giorgos begin their greatest chapter. With love as their crown and loyalty as their vow, they step into forever together. The adventure continues — by order of love.

The Ceremony

A solemn promise, witnessed by those we love

The wedding church

Date

Sunday, 15 August 2027

The feast of summer

Time

16:00

Please arrive by 15:30

Location

Panagitsa of Palaio Faliro

Athens, Greece

Transport

Private transport will depart from central Athens.

Dress Code

Formal evening attire in deep, muted tones.

Ceremony Details

Orthodox ceremony

Live string quartet

White roses and candlelight

The Reception

Dinner, music and a little beautiful trouble

The wedding reception venue

Dia Noche

Order of the Evening

21:0018:30 — Welcome cocktail
22:0020:00 — Dinner is served
00:0022:00 — First dance & celebration
03:0002:00 — Last orders

Venue

The Old Foundry Hall

Piraeus waterfront, Athens

Get directions

Full dinner menu

Vegetarian and children's options available

Live music

Jazz ensemble and DJ

Attire

Formal, vintage details welcome

Children

Little guests are warmly welcome

A note from us

Please bring a light jacket; part of the evening will take place outdoors.

Our Families

The Bride's Family

Arthur Bennett

Father of the Bride

Old records and long drives

"Stand straight, speak true, love deeply."

Evelyn Bennett

Mother of the Bride

Garden roses and Sunday lunches

"A home is built from the moments we choose to keep."

The Groom's Family

William Shelby

Father of the Groom

History and fine tailoring

"Character is what remains when the room falls quiet."

Ada Shelby

Mother of the Groom

Books, theatre and family tables

"Love should feel both brave and familiar."

The Best Man & Maid of Honour

Freddie Clarke

Best Man

Friend since childhood

Keeper of the rings and the stories

Polly Gray

Maid of Honour

Cousin and closest confidante

Keeper of calm and good judgement

RSVP

Kindly reply by 15 May 2027

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Gifts

Your presence is the finest gift
Should you wish to mark the occasion further, these are the choices closest to our plans.

The Honeymoon Fund

Japan, autumn 2027

We are saving for a journey through Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.

🗼

Tokyo

⛩️

Kyoto

🏯

Osaka

Please use both surnames as the payment reference.

Bank details

IBAN

GR1601101250000012345678901

Account holderThomas Shelby & Grace Bennett
BankOld Town Bank

Wedding registry

A small selection for our new home.

Whatever you choose, thank you for being part of our day.

Contact

For questions, arrangements or a quiet word

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In a world of noise, we found our quiet certainty.

Thomas & Grace