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Kiran & Gurj's love story took a magical turn during a romantic holiday in Dubai. After a lovely dinner, Gurj surprised Kiran with a blindfold and led her across the beach. As he removed it, Kiran was greeted with the most enchanting scene—a pathway of twinkling lights leading to a setup of strawberries, champagne, and Polaroid pictures of their shared memories. The words "Marry Me" glowed in fairy lights as the sun set, and in that unforgettable moment, Gurj got down on one knee and proposed. It was a perfect memory Kiran would cherish forever.

When it came time to plan their wedding, Kiran & Gurj knew they wanted a destination wedding that combined luxury and charm, and they found exactly that at Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco. Nestled in the stunning Tuscan hills, the venue offered breathtaking views and the perfect blend of elegance and Italian character. With BIWI as their wedding planner, the couple worked through every detail, from their pastel-themed ceremony with soft florals in shades of mauve and purple to their vibrant, colorful Jaggo night that reflected their Punjabi heritage. The welcome party embraced traditional Italian charm with authentic decor featuring classic prints and lemons. The BIWI team crafted mood boards for each event, helping them visualize how the celebration would come together.

For her bridal look, Kiran had always envisioned wearing ivory. She found the perfect wedding lengha from Faiza Saqlain, a stunning hand-embroidered tulle and silk adorned with intricate floral motifs. The lengha, crafted using dabka, zardozi, and resham embroidery techniques, captured Kiran's vision of elegance and tradition.

One of Kiran's most cherished moments from the wedding was her first dance with Gurj as husband and wife. Under a canopy of fairy lights surrounded by friends and family, the moment felt like a fairytale, capturing the magic of their love and the beauty of the day. The rich traditions, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable personal touches made their wedding a remarkable celebration.

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
We were out for a lovely dinner whilst on holiday in Dubai. After the dinner, Gurj suggested we go for some drinks at one of the bars near the beach. As we approached the bar in the taxi, he hands me a blindfold and tells me to put it on. He walked me across the beach and as he unfolded the blindfold, I saw the most magical and romantic set up with a path of twinkling lights leading to strawberries and champagne, polaroid pictures capturing our shared memories and the words "Marry Me' in fairy lights. As the sun sets, Gurj gets down on his knee and proposes. It was the most beautiful and memorable moment that will stay with me forever.

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.
Once we had confirmed we wanted a destination wedding in Italy and had picked BIWI as our wedding planner, we started making arrangements to view venues. We instantly fell in love with Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco. Located in the Tuscan hills with the most incredible views, we just knew it had the luxurious feel yet maintaining the Italian charm we were looking for. Hair & Make up was an easy decision as I knew who my number one choices were and just had everything crossed for them to be available. Thankfully, both of these artists were and they were just as excited as me to bring my vision to life! I always knew I wanted the theme to be pastel, soft florals. We decided on the colour mauve and different hues of purple to be the main choice of theme for the wedding ceremony and Reception. The welcome party would bring authentic italian charm with traditional italian prints, lemons. The Jaggo/sangeet night, we wanted it to be a burst of colour to reflect our traditional punjabi culture.  The BIWI team created wonderful mood boards for each event, noting colours and ideas of flowers and accessories so we could visualise how it would all come together.

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
I had always envisioned to wear Ivory for my wedding lengha with intricate embroidary so when I came across Faiza Saqlain's beautiful hand embroidered tulle and silk lengha, adorned in stunning floral motifs using dabka, zardozi and resham among other hand embroidery techniques, I knew I had found the one.

Step into the enchanting world of Sunana & Vikram's wedding, a celebration that beautifully unfolded at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Chicago, where every corner whispered their love story. As the day blossomed, the expert hands at Priti Sweet Weddings ensured that each moment flowed seamlessly into the next, creating a symphony of flawless execution and heartfelt emotion. The venue, bathed in the luxurious designs from Yanni Design Studio, transformed into a veritable fairy tale setting, with blooms mirroring the warmth and vibrancy of Sunana & Vikram's union. From the first twinkling lights to the last dance, Sunana, our radiant bride, captivated everyone with her elegance, her smile accentuated by Rimsha Khan's exquisite hair and makeup artistry. Their smiles, their glances at each other, were captured timelessly by DARS Photography, creating a visual feast that beckoned to be relived. Step into this visual diary where love dances through the air, and let yourself be swept away by the romance of Sunana & Vikram's wedding day. Let's enjoy their story!

Every detail and heartfelt smile has been captured to tell a tale of timeless love and joyous celebration.

Hello, darlings! In the enchanting ambiance of the Grand Hyatt Tampa, Crystal & Satish's wedding unfurled like a dream, blending tradition with a modern flair. Crystal, radiant in every aspect, was the centerpiece of this grand celebration. Megan Panwar's expert makeup artistry further enhanced her beauty, while Michele Renee Studio's meticulous bridal draping and expert hair design perfectly complemented the bride's elegance, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present. Additionally, Radiant Beauty Tampa's mehndi art added a touch of tradition and sophistication to Crystal's overall look. InStyle Events' meticulous planning and expert design ensured the entire day was exceptional. From start to finish, they executed every detail with precision and care, resulting in a seamless and stress-free experience. Utopian Events' exquisite arrangements were a testament to the company's artistic expertise and attention to detail. The air was filled with melodies from Tanner Johnson and beats from Awaaz Entertainment, enhancing the festive mood. Saffron Catering's delectable cuisine and A Piece of Cake's eye-catching treats delighted the senses, while Asaad Images captured timeless moments. Cheers to a beautiful wedding celebration!

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
Online via Shaadi! Just when I had begun to give up on dating, Satish came along and, from our first conversation, was so easy to talk to and the first guy to genuinely make me laugh out loud. My mother passed away 11 years ago, and her death anniversary is always a hard time, no matter how many years have passed. I knew he was special when he remembered the actual date of her anniversary and sent me a message that he was thinking of me that day (and this was before our first date!). I knew he was different as no one else had ever done that if I had mentioned it or just avoided the topic. From our first date to a year into marriage, I have been constantly amazed by the wonderful man he is, and I am not sure what I did in life to deserve such an amazing partner. Falling in love with him was so easy even despite being long distance, as he was everything I had been looking for and needed in life and well worth the wait! (We met when he was 38 and I was 37. We were engaged after 1 year and married 1.5 years from our first date!)

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.
All of our vendors were wonderful! We had decided to do a destination wedding since we were getting married in February and he is from Detroit and I am from New York and chose Tampa, Florida because of the weather and the ease for our guests to travel there since it's a short plane ride away. Most of our vendors we only met on the day of our wedding as we communicated mainly through email/video chats but they were all wonderful and did an amazing job.

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
The hotel was beautiful, but the food and decor at our reception were especially amazing!

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
Walking down the aisle and seeing Satish at the end was definitely the biggest highlight. I think seeing our mandap and reception decor was my next favorite. Our reception decor, especially, literally made my jaw drop and came out even better than we could have imagined!

For events other than your ceremony, please tell us as much as you would like about the decor, style, dances, and all the special details.
We knew we wanted colors that were vibrant and would pop and so we chose pink and purple, which are also two of my favorite colors. All the flowers and decor were beautiful in the pictures/video. I had originally thought my nieces/nephews were going to do a dance for our reception but my extended family surprised us with a dance and they all did such an amazing job and we loved it!

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Take time to enjoy the day because it will go by fast! The planning process is stressful, and something will go wrong or not as you had imagined the day, but as long as you are marrying your best friend, none of it matters at the end of the day.

A masterpiece of love, beautifully crafted leaving a legacy of memories to cherish forever.

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In the radiant setting of Hacienda Siesta Alegre, Mahrukh & Chris's wedding unfolded like a page from a fairy tale, meticulously orchestrated by KAZ Events by Ariadne Comulada. The venue blossomed under the artistry of Lorraine's Flowers, setting a scene of ethereal beauty, while Juan Carlos Mont Beauty accentuated Mahrukh's elegance with exquisite hair and makeup. The culinary delights from Food Design Rebecca tantalized the senses, complementing the melodies spun by DJ Eric, Puerto Rico Wedding DJ. Amidst this, the prowess of Alex Dali Weddings in photography stood out, capturing moments with a depth that spoke volumes of Mahrukh & Chris's bond. Each snapshot was a testament to the day's joy, framing Mahrukh's radiant smiles and the couple's tender exchanges with a clarity that promised to keep their memories alive for decades. The additional vendors, from Zura Film's cinematography to the playful Flipéate Group photo booth, Invitaciones Paper Crafts' elegant invitations, Plenativa Pleneros' vibrant music, and El Churro Bar's delectable desserts, each contributed to the day's enchantment. Dive into this feature and experience love's magic.

Darlings, Justine & Satish's union, epitomized a storybook romance unfurling in the enigmatic embrace of culture, tradition, and contemporary elegance at the iconic Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Bella Angel's mastery in the art of hair and makeup lies in accentuating the external charm and illuminating the intrinsic grace that every bride holds. Dream Maker Events and Decors' meticulous decor was an ode to their blossoming love. The magical strokes of Aneeta Nashad's brush brought the intricate mehndi patterns to life. Satish led the dance floor gracefully, a testimony to the impeccable skills imparted by Eyne Palacio Dance With Me Austin. The aura of their love was as tangible as the mesmerizing tunes spun by DJ Matt Ostroff from EBE Talent. As the night descended and stars bore witness, a culinary masterpiece by Tiffany's Bakery added the sweetest notes to this union. Maria A. Garth Photography, with an artist's touch and a visionary's imagination, encapsulated these fleeting moments, turning them into eternal memories. Check out the gallery.  

Come back for more tales loves; until then, stay inspired and cherish the love that surrounds you!

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