Quinn & Yaseen
A Spectacular Bosphorus Wedding at Kocataş Mansions, Istanbul
An Elegant Multi-Day Wedding Celebration in Istanbul
For Quinn and Yaseen, we had the pleasure of planning a spectacular multi-day destination wedding celebration in Istanbul, bringing together 174 family members and friends for several days of unforgettable experiences. We wanted their guests to experience the very best of Istanbul, creating a wedding itinerary that combined the city's vibrant atmosphere, breathtaking views and beautiful waterfront settings.
The celebrations began with a fun-filled sunset yacht party cruising along the Bosphorus, followed by a beautiful welcome dinner overlooking Istanbul's magnificent skyline, before culminating in an elegant wedding at the Kocataş Mansions.
Throughout the celebrations, our focus was on creating a wonderful experience for the couple and their guests, with each event offering a different atmosphere while allowing everyone to enjoy the beauty and energy of Istanbul.
A Romantic Ceremony Overlooking the Bosphorus
For the ceremony, we wanted the design to feel romantic, elegant and connected to the surroundings, allowing the spectacular views to remain the centrepiece.
Working with a fresh palette of soft greens and whites, we incorporated beautiful, organically shaped floral arrangements featuring hydrangeas and lush foliage. The arrangements were designed at varying heights, creating a Quinn’s preferred natural garden-inspired look while beautifully framing the couple against the water.
With the ceremony scheduled for the late afternoon, we were able to make the most of the beautiful natural light as guests gathered to witness Quinn and Yaseen exchange their vows. One of the most meaningful aspects of the ceremony was having Quinn's uncle, Ethan, officiate the wedding, adding a particularly personal touch to the occasion.
A Beautiful Setting for Bridal Preparations and a Thoughtfully Planned Wedding Day
One of the things we particularly love about Kocataş Mansions is its beautiful, spacious hotel rooms, set within the historic Ottoman mansions. With their elegant interiors and wonderful sense of history, they provide a stunning setting for the wedding morning, allowing Quinn and her bridesmaids plenty of space to get ready together in a relaxed atmosphere.
An important part of our planning was carefully designing the wedding day schedule to allow the couple enough time together and to make the most of the property's exceptional photography locations.As the historic mansions and waterfront wedding deck are situated in two separate areas of the property, we carefully coordinated the transfers and timings for the couple, bridal party and families.
We arranged an intimate first look followed by portraits around the mansions, before transferring everyone to the waterfront deck for further photographs by the infinity pool overlooking the Bosphorus.By scheduling these moments before the ceremony, Quinn and Yaseen could enjoy some precious time together, capture beautiful memories and still have plenty of time to celebrate with their guests afterwards.
Cocktails, Music and a Little Pre-Dinner Party
Following the ceremony, guests made their way to Amanruya's beautiful cocktail pavilion, where champagne, delicious canapés and the lovely melodies of violinist Şeyma created a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. Rather than a traditional background performance, we wanted the music to become part of the experience, with Şeyma moving amongst the guests and bringing a wonderful energy to the cocktail hour.
After enjoying their golden-hour portraits around Amanruya, Tom and Tarlan joined their guests, and the cocktail reception soon turned into a spontaneous mini celebration, with everyone enjoying the music, dancing and sharing in the excitement of the day. It was one of those lovely moments when the atmosphere naturally comes alive.
To make the transition from cocktails to dinner just as memorable, we arranged for dancers to perform elevated on columns, creating a striking visual surprise and building anticipation for the evening ahead. It was a playful and theatrical way to guide guests towards the dinner celebration, keeping the energy flowing as everyone made their way to their tables for the next part of the night.
A Colourful Dinner Setting by the Infinity Pool
For the wedding dinner, we chose a spectacular setting alongside Amanruya's infinity pool, with uninterrupted views of the surrounding pine trees, lush greenery and the Aegean Sea beyond. The natural beauty of the location provided the perfect backdrop, allowing us to create a design that felt contemporary, colourful and elegant without taking away from the surroundings.
Long mirrored dining tables lined the edge of the pool, paired with transparent chairs that kept the setting feeling light and open. Working with Nature Bodrum, we introduced vibrant, loosely arranged flowers in shades of pink, coral, orange and purple, complemented by delicate candles and beautifully detailed table settings. The mirrored surfaces reflected the colourful florals and natural light, while the still water of the infinity pool created an almost seamless connection with the landscape. The result was a striking yet intimate dining setting where modern design and the natural beauty of Amanruya came together beautifully.
