Pompton Plains, NJ Indian Wedding by Paperboys

Hello, lovely Maharanis! We are excited to be back again with Garima & Mayur's romantic love story that will take your breath away. From the moment we set foot into the ethereal venue, The Legacy Castle, it was evident that this union would be one for the ages, thanks to the impeccable planning and design by the talented team at Eventify LLC. We couldn't help but marvel at the ethereal floral and decor arrangements created by the renowned Partyland Sajawat. With Garima's impeccable hair and makeup by the talented Makeup By Galina, she looked like a vision straight out of a fairy tale. Her bridal fashion, meticulously curated by Ejaaz Couture, adorned her like a second skin, reflecting her inner radiance and charm. And let's not forget the dazzling bridal jewelry from Gary Michaels Fine Jewelry, which added an extra sparkle to her already glowing aura. We were left in awe of the intricate designs skillfully crafted by the gifted artist Mehndi By Anuja. No celebration is complete without delectable cuisine, and Benares Catering truly outdid itself, serving a sumptuous feast that delighted every palate. The air became electric with excitement as Platinum Roadshow set the stage on fire with lively beats and infectious rhythms. Capturing these precious moments of love and happiness was the talented team from Paperboys, whose artistic flair and keen eye for detail immortalized every emotion, every laugh, and every tear of joy. Take a glimpse into the lovely gallery.

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
Well, we both swiped right! I had always pictured meeting someone organically but caved into the Dating App scene which truly paid off in the best way possible. We initially spoke online (via chat / text / FaceTime) for a few months before meeting in person. Fun fact, he officially asked me to be his girlfriend, his fiancé, and finally his wife all in the month of November! (years apart of course). I knew he was the one when Mayur had swam to my rescue. I had fallen off my jetski in the middle of sea in Miami when all of a sudden I see Mayur swimming towards me in an attempt to save me. His bravery and love for me had really shined through.

Tell us how you went about planning your wedding, and your overall experience with the Venues, Hair & Makeup, Outfits, Decor Theme, and all of the other important details.
Wedding planning can be exhausting but hiring the right vendors makes ALL the difference. Every single one of our vendors was professional and so much fun to work with. We started off by first choosing our dream venue, The Legacy Castle, in New Jersey. Once our date was locked in, it was much easier to filter through vendors who were available for that week. Each and every vendor was carefully curated by myself, Mayur, and our parents.  We split up responsibilities – I took on HMUA, Mehndi Artist, Decorator, and Floor Wrap. Mayur handled DJ, Dhol, Photography / Videography, and Day of Coordinator. Our parents focused on the Caterer and Hotel accommodations. I know it can be daunting to do it this way but as a typical type A personality, this was the best decision so that no one person felt overwhelmed.
I really owe the décor theme to our Decorator, Partyland Sajawat. We gave Sachi full creativity rights to design each event and she absolutely stunned us!
Our Photographer / Videographer, Paperboys, had sent us a questionnaire, asked for inspiration photos, and zoomed with us a few weeks prior to the wedding. These series of events helped them understand what best way to capture our vision and it helped us gain comfortability with our lead Photographer, John. Expressing love and passion with your significant other in front of people who are taking your photos can be a bit awkward. But with the right Photographer, it can be effortless and fun.
The best part about working with an incredibly experienced and talented DJ like Platinum Roadshow is that Mayur and I did not have very much we needed to discuss with Raj. He knew all the right beats to play and when to play it. He also brought along one of the best MCs who gathered the 300+ person crowd with ease. We simply provided Raj with our detailed time table for the events so that he knew the schedule ahead of time.
I met with a few MUA and although it can be expensive, I definitely recommend a trial run with your top 2 choices. Each MUA has their own aesthetic so you’ll need to find one that aligns best with your vision. I wanted to still feel and look like me. After months of researching on social media, I finally came across Makeup by Galina who made me feel so beautiful inside and out.
If there’s one thing guests will remember, it’s food! Benares Catering did a fantastic job using high quality ingredients and hiring a professionally experienced team. Our guests were thrilled to see the variety in appetizers and entrees!
Last but not least, our Day of Coordinator, Eventify, was the biggest blessing in disguise. We met via Zoom calls once a week for about a month leading up to the wedding. They were a tremendous team of confident women who coordinated our wedding & reception day from start to finish in a smooth fashion. Mayur and I were stress free as they allowed us to focus solely on the greatest moment of our lives. 
We really owe our sincerest thanks to every one of these vendors who showed up on time, gave it their all, and absolutely killed it for all of our events!

What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Wedding cake tasting for sure – we both have a big sweet tooth and there wasn’t anything stressful about this process at all! We simply enjoyed eating yummy cakes and laughing about the craziness that had consumed us from the planning.

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
It officially hit me that I was standing next to my HUSBAND when our MC announced our entrance at the Reception. Walking down the steps towards our grand entrance, we were welcomed with so much love and hype from our family and friends. The crowd was screaming in joy while Mayur and I danced to the live Dhol player and our DJ playing “MIA by Drake” in the background. It’s a moment I’ll never forget and will always cherish.

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
All of that hard work and effort you put in for months to plan will come down to the week of the wedding, which will fly by in an instance. There will be things that won’t go according to plan and will be completely out of your control. So instead of surrounding yourself with negativity, enjoy those precious moments where you’re surrounded by your loved ones. Soak in the fact that you’ll be marrying the love of your life.  And most importantly, don’t skimp on your photography / videography vendor. You’ll want a bunch of beautiful photos and video to look back on for years to come!

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