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Darlings, we are ending April with a bang! We are unveiling a fabulous Sikh wedding designed by Occasions by Shangri-la and planned by Eventrics Weddings at the magnificent grounds of The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel that will surely sweep you off your feet! I fell in love with Pamela and Rajveer's nuptials when we featured their wedding imagery in our Blog last month, and now I'm head over heels with their romantic wedding highlight captured by none other than the master Peter Nguyen Studio! An out of this world mandap in romantic blush and pink tones saw these lovebirds tie the knot in a beautiful Sikh wedding. An A+ team of vendors made this magical wedding happen and they unbelievably outdid themselves again with a romantic and elegant setup in one of The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel's ballroom for our duo's reception. Maharani Pamela was a vision come true and looked undeniably gorgeous next to her dapper groom Rajveer while cutting a delightful eatable piece of art created by Cake Expressions by Lisa! Want to see more? Visit our full gallery and hit play below for all the deets!

I hope you had a fantastic month and that May brings you amazing things!

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Warning! Waterproof makeup needed for our highlight reel of today, Maharanis! This feature is absolutely fantastic. We are loving the movie - like creativity of this film. It showcases our lovebirds building up the momentum for the grand day and also the highlights of both the ceremony and reception in all of their glory. A loving shout out to the team from Rare Air Films who were the masterminds behind it. Truly outstanding! Roshni & Sagar's energy is so alluring. Happiness flies around them and you can definitely tell they are meant for each other. The Hilton Philadelphia City Ave housed the nuptials and the party and it was totally how you would want your special day to be. Dazzling, to say the least! Sonia C dolled up our bride to leave her even more gorgeous and believe me, Raja Sagar's eyes were totally mesmerized. So romantic! Finally, after the union, guests and newlyweds headed down to the reception hall to party big time among the alluring design created by KM Events and decorated by Rangoli Weddings. Our friends from Rollin Below 0 were on top of their game and brought the culinary wonders they are known for. Of course a recipe for success! Hit play below and see it for yourself!  

Remember, ladies, features keep on coming so make sure to check us out! 

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It is time for another featured film, ladies! This time we head down to New Jersey for Bhavita & Sumved's fairy tale wedding. These two lovebirds decided to unite their lives together and to make it happen, they recruited the team from Events by Sparkles who planned and designed the entire spree, and as we will see, it was as grand as their love for each other! The Birchwood Manor in Whippany was the perfect spot to celebrate both the ceremony and reception. We are absolutely loving the violet lighting decoration that gave that extra touch of exclusivity and glam to the gala. Truly bewitching!  Since magic was all over the place for this nuptials, it was only natural that our Maharani Bhavita's inner and outer beauty was indeed mesmerizing our lucky groom. She was looking gorgeous thanks also to the team from Beautiful Brides by Vesta. Their talent shone like a diamond and our bride was the perfect canvas for that display of awesomeness. We are certain you ladies are just going to love this one, without a doubt a supreme job crafted by our friends from Raj Sarma Photography. So hit play below and relieve everything that went on for Bhavita & Sumved's heartfelt espousal! 

More to come, ladies! Stick around! 

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Happy Friday loves! Today’s feature will make you experience all the beauty of an Indian wedding in the heart of Georgia! The picturesque grounds of the charming Southern Bridle Farms received Niyati and Kinav for an unforgettable wedding weekend fully captured by the celebrated Atlanta filmmakers, WalkOnWater Productions! The fabulous footage takes us to the best moments of this grand affair, from a lively Raas-Garba night to a great ceremony. Beautiful Niyati walked down a petal-lined aisle wearing an exquisite orange and golden lehenga during her dreamy ceremony. The outdoor venue showcased an alluring natural backdrop that was beautifully decorated by Utopian Events with stunning floral arrangements designs that led to a fantastic mandap. In addition, the wedding consultants provided their planning expertise to create a hassle-free weekend for the bride and groom! The reception blended flawlessly the rustic environment of a classic barn with luxurious embellishments and was deejayed by talented Luxury Lounge and Lighting and made this party a unique event! See the entire wedding weekend highlights in the elegant wedding film below!

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
Our story is one cemented by fate and timing...

We met at a birthday party of a mutual friend. I went to the party expecting a “normal” birthday experience of fun and shenanigans.  However, when Kinav entered the room, both of our eyes immediately crossed and the attraction was immediate and the chemistry sparked instantly.  I was very interested in getting to know the only unfamiliar face in the room, however, I am a little old fashioned and waited for him to approach me.  As he made his way over and we were introduced we could not stop talking, laughing, and making fun of each other the entire night.

He was handsome, clever, funny, and very charming.  We both knew that this was not just an ordinary encounter... and definitely didn't know that this was one that would shape the course of our future in all aspects!

Though it seems that this meeting was happenstance, it was anything but that.  We both attended the same dance competitions, parties, and outreach activities, however, we never met.  My closest friends were friends with Kinav's roommates... so much so that I had even been at Kinav's apartment before I even knew him!  Fate must have determined that there was a reason for the timing behind our encounter.

We did not have any plans that night to enter a relationship and we both left thinking we made a new friend.  However, as time passed, texting turned into phone calls, and phone calls turned into dates, and after a couple of months, we both realized that the bond we shared could no longer be characterized as a simple "friendship”. We met each other's family/friends, spent time traveling abroad, supported each other through failures, and rejoiced/shared each success! I just knew he was the one.  When I was younger, I never believed in the saying “when you know you know” but being with Kinav, I truly understood what that meant. He was someone I could not live without…fast forward six years since that first encounter and our love has grown ever stronger through each year.  

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
Kinav and I enjoy going on adventurous trips.  We have always made it a point to go out of town for my birthday in early September but in 2016 due to other obligations, we were not able to take a trip.  It was the last week in September that Kinav surprised me with first class tickets to Albuquerque and convinced me it was a late birthday trip.  Little did I know Kinav had other plans and had been planning a proposal for the past six months.  October 7, 2017, was the day... we woke up super early to visit the International Balloon Festival - the largest hot air balloon festival in the world and one that I had mentioned I would like to visit.  On a dark and cold Friday morning, we entered a hot air balloon and experienced sunrise 6000 feet up high.  The scenery was breathtaking and at the highest moment Kinav asked me to marry him and I answered with a resounding “YES!” :) 

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.
Kinav and I wanted to get away from hotel ballrooms and wanted to get married outdoors in barn/farm type venue.  We checked out several venues that matched our criteria before finding the venue we immediately loved.  We could not wait to get married at Southern Bridle Farms in Fort Valley, GA!  All of my outfits were from India--loved every minute of shopping and eating in Bombay! The décor vision I had for all of my events was to have an organic/rustic feel with a touch of elegance and romance. For hair and makeup, I went with a mixture of dramatic and neutral looks with half up, down, and updo hairstyles.  Kinav and I really appreciated working with all of our vendors, they made all of our events amazing!

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
I knew shopping for my bridal lengha wasn’t going to be easy since I am very picky, however, I went in with some ideas and narrowed down to the style I wanted.  I knew I didn’t want a  bridal lengha with traditional colors and went in with a couple of colors that I was leaning towards.  The only one that caught my eye is the one that I ended up getting...it was everything I wanted.  As soon as I saw it, I loved it. I tried it on and I had to have it.  All of my other outfits were custom designed based on the style and colors I had in mind. 

What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Kinav and I are both foodies, so food tasting was our favorite part. 

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
There were several aspects of our wedding that our guests could not stop raving about. Everyone loved our venue, loved the wedding/reception decorations, loved the food, and loved the music at the reception.  

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
My family and I greeted Kinav and his family with special dance performances after his baraat.  The moment I stepped out to dance and greet him with a garland, that is the moment that constantly replays in my mind since it was so surreal.  I saw Kinav with the biggest smile on his face and all of our family and friends danced around us. I could not believe the moment had come and I was about to get married to the love of my life! 

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Soak it all in and embrace every moment...it goes by super fast! Even with countless hours of planning, there will be things that go wrong so make sure to go in with a mindset to overlook the mishaps and enjoy every moment.

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From the very beginning, it was written in the stars for Melanie and Dan. The story behind the proposal is one for the books, and we’re going to share with you at the end of this post! But right now, it is Melanie and Dan’s fusion wedding that we simply must share with you! Nepo Productions brought this love story to life beautifully, and set the film to tunes that struck the right chord. The style of the film was distinctive on its own, with a lot of raw clips that added a real and riveting touch. The ceremony was hosted in the amphitheater of The Celebration Farm and coordinator LOLA Event Productions imbued it with never-seen-before elements that had both our hearts and our curiosity! Guests chairs were laid out on the lawn steps, where Adam Covington Signature Studio set up floral elephants that greeted everyone at the beginning of the aisle. “In Hinduism, one of our most revered Gods is Ganesh, who is depicted as an elephant. I asked our decor vendor if they could make decorative elephants for the ceremony entrance and they came through amazingly,” shared Melanie. The distinctive altar featured three cream arches, built of stone, in descending sizes, completed with floral arrangements, saffron and rani pink drapes. Maharani Melanie wanted a traditional South Indian look, so she opted for a red and gold Kanjivaram sari paired with exquisite gold temple jewelry. Chrysalis Fashion, a boutique owned by one of Melanie’s bridesmaids, Mira Bedi, custom made all the bridal outfits. Susie Morales and Eden Salon made for a dream hair and makeup team. We particularly loved Melanie’s hair do that was woven with fresh jasmine flowers. A Touch of Class and Shree Indian Vegetarian Restaurant pleased the palates of the guests with their perfect mix of American and Indian cuisines. Post vows, Melanie and Dan were all set to party at their reception fueled by the DJs from Creative Sounds, indoors at The Double Round barn. From the oval wood ceiling to handmade chandeliers that give the barn a starlit appearance, this was one mesmerizing venue. The custom cake by Deluxe Cakes & Pastries with a custom cake topper was simply adorable! “Dan and I have a common love of dancing and enjoying music and so we wanted that to be a major part of our reception. We brainstormed down to every last detail to make it lively, colorful and most importantly really represent us,” said the beautiful Melanie. Hit play on this gorgeous film to relive this fusion fiesta, and read their written-in-the-stars story below!

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
I had asked my then-boyfriend, Dan, if he'd like to go with me to a Broadway show in Kennedy Center in DC and he said a casual "Sure!" Since then, though, I had forgotten all about it and started planning other things to do for the summer. Then, out of nowhere, Dan said nonchalantly he had gotten tickets for the show and I was pleasantly surprised and so glad he had remembered. I've always tried to catch celestial happenings when I could and I had heard earlier in the week that the Perseid Meteor shower was going to happen and the East Coast had the perfect skies for it. I had told Dan we should try and see them after the show. As we walked out, Dan said "Hey, want to check out those meteors?" Needless to say, Dan insisted and I agreed thinking it was a good opportunity after all and I really shouldn't miss it. Dan said the National Mall would be a perfect place to see them so we parked and walked towards the Lincoln Memorial. In between each column, we peered out, looking to see if we saw anything until we got to the last column and then my right hand is taken and I'm swiveled around and Dan is on one knee! I gasp and my head is kind of dizzy and I'm processing what is happening. But when I hear "Will you marry me?" I said "Yes!" and it was the most perfect moment. After a few minutes, Dan points out in the dark in front of us and I see one of our friends had been there taking pictures! I thought I had seen a familiar figure but was distracted just in time. I could not stop smiling or laughing and was truly in a daze. 
What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
One of my favorite parts of the planning process was settling in with my iPad and noting all the ideas I've had in my head as I've dreamt of my wedding day. I had envisioned so many details such as the floral elephants, the colorful drapery and flowers, the wands adorned with bells to wave as we celebrated our pronouncement of husband and wife. I was very happy I was able to take what I was wishing for and put it together with my great vendors. It was worth all the hours because the day was perfect and so beautiful and exactly how I had pictured it! The photos capture the colors, greenery and whimsy I wanted for the special day.
What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
The most important thing to Dan and I was to make the entire wedding weekend an extension of our personalities. Down to the decor, the ceremony details, the outfits, the food and drink, and the music, we had a big hand in it all to make it as personal as possible. We wanted an explosion of color wherever we and our guests looked which was exactly what the day turned out with the beautiful flowers, lights and amazingly colorful Indian outfits we all wore. Our family and friends told us they loved all the personal touches which made it all the more special for us!
Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
Before our wedding, we held a Mendhi Karaoke night after our rehearsal dinner and our closest friends and family took the "stage" with Dan and I to belt out all of our favorite classics. It was such a memorable way to kick off the wedding festivities and the hilarity that ensued still is one of our favorite things to re-collect and laugh over. Since our wedding was a fusion wedding, I wanted all of our friends and family to have a chance to have mendhi designs on their hands since it is such a beautiful custom of Hindu weddings. My friends running up to show me the fun art they had gotten done is a great memory I have!
Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Always remember that "Where there is Love, there is Life"

We hope that this fusion wedding took away the hump from your day! Return to the blog tomorrow for more such fun weddings!

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