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Let's check out some of the ceremony and reception highlights from today's featured pick from the Best of 2015 e-magazine! After reveling in some of the fabulously phenomenal pre-wedding celebrations, planned by KIS (cubed) Events, we knew we were in for more inspiring floral and decor work at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta In Buckhead with both wedding day events — and the event designers from Occasions by Shangri-la did not disappoint! Our Indian bride, Maharani Ritika, is looking like the picture of perfection in these candid shots captured by Banga Studios. Her hair and makeup were flawlessly finished by Ojas Rajani, and her hot pink and ivory-colored bridal lengha is absolutely brilliant. Raja Vishal exchanged I dos with her under the most dreamy and contemporary mandap we've ever seen, and once these lovebirds were official, they switched gears into some fabulous formal wear for their reception, where partygoers were treated to some sensational sights and sounds including a performance from fire drummer, Afishal! You may think you've seen it all, but we've save more exclusive details to share with you, and to see what they are you'll have to head over to the Platinum Guide, but don't forget to visit the gallery for more from this reception of a lifetime!

I'll be back tomorrow to share one final feature plucked straight out of the pages of the Best of 2015 e-magazine, so make sure to stop by!

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Welcome back, Maharanis! Our next Best of 2015 pick is a southern charmer, fabulously photographed by the amazingly talented Banga Studios! Meet adorable Indian bride, Ritika, and her hubby-to-be, Vishal! These two lovebirds called on industry experts from KIS (cubed) Events to plan the Desi wedding of their dreams, and that's exactly what the spectacular team did, starting with the happy couple's mehndi night celebration! Check out the portrait of the bride, showing off her breathtaking bridal mehndi, created by Manisha's Mehendi Designs — adorbs, right? Our Indian bride is a ray of fabulously fashionable sunshine in her marigold lengha with strikingly vibrant floral details. Her hair and makeup, by Ojas Rajani, is picture perfect, and she made sure her guests looked flawless for her wedding event too by enlisting expert makeup artists from Bridal Elements to primp and pretty them — I mean, whatta treat! This mehndi night's fantastic design and decor work by Occasions by Shangri-la was sure to inspire the most marvelous mood for partygoers in attendance and surely inspired our own Maharani style! When I get back, we'll be relishing in all of Ritika and Vishal's wedding day highlights. While you wait, head into the complete gallery for a closer look at this stunning pre-wedding celebration, including some super dreamy portraits!

Ritika and Vishal give us an exclusive look at their wondrous wedding day celebrations next, so stick around for all the delightful details!

KIS (cubed) Events, Occasions by Shangri-la, Indaglow Productions, Banga Studios and Bridal Elements Hair & Makeup are members of the Platinum Guide. Love what you see? Explore their portfolios.

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Following their unforgettable, outdoor Hindu wedding ceremony at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island, Preeti Exclusive planned a stunning, under-the-sea-esque post-ceremony soirée for Rubal and John, and these contemporary decor details by Suhaag Garden from that reception will blow you out of the water! Nayeem Vohra Photography & Films captured the highlights that aren't to be missed, along with a collection of romantic reception portraits of the newlyweds who were dressed to the nines in their fabulous formal wear. Every element from the sand dollar "place cards", by Coastal Calligraphy & Art Design Studio, to the incredible spread catered by Tabla Cuisine, was a hit with partgoers, and we're wishing we had scored our own invite to the celebration! The playlist pros from Prime DJs entertained guests with music to move to, and TapSnap brought in a photo booth for plenty of portrait fun. You can revel in more of these reception details in the complete gallery, plus get an exclusive look at Rubal and John's pre-wedding on the Platinum Guide!

Don't forget to check out Rubal and John's highlights in this film here, if you haven't already! Join us tomorrow as we continue to unveil the Best of 2015! Also, if you're not following us on Instagram yet, make sure to do so and enter the Pajama Sutra contest with your bridal-party-to-be for a chance to win 8-10 original robes valuing at up to $1000! 

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Welcome back, my wedding-lovin' friends! We're still spinning with delight from Karishma and Kinjal's luxurious Indian wedding in New York City, but we're diving right into our next top pick from 2015, with a look at an exquisitely planned and designed celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island in Florida! This sensational Preeti Exclusive event features blushing Indian bride, Rubal, and the Raja of her dreams, John, as captured on their wedding day by Nayeem Vohra Photography & Films. You may remember seeing their film not long ago, here. Well, we were so smitten with their amazing affair, we just had to include it in our Best of 2015 e-magazine! Get ready to be dazzled by the most sublime Indian wedding decor at the lovely couple's outdoor Hindu ceremony! Suhaag Garden went above and beyond, and worked their exceptional floral and decor talents on Rubal and John's venue and we can't get enough of their exquisite mandap and vibrant color palette of pinks, reds and purples! When I get back, we'll check out the newlyweds' reception, but in the meantime, you can get an even better view of their ceremony in the complete gallery!

See you in a bit for some of Rubal and John's post-ceremony partying! Click here for to check out the Best of 2015 e-magazine while you wait!

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Today's newly-wedded Indian bride, Ankita, has swapped her traditional red wedding lengha for a hot pink reception outfit that's as dazzling as can be, and she's ready to hit the dance floor with her brand new hubby, Raja Sunil! These two lovebirds look fabulous showing off their partywear in these reception portraits captured by photo phenom, Tim Halberg Photography! The breathtaking vineyard and waning sunlight make for some seriously magical moments, and we are blown away by it all! Floramor has decorated the party space at the Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery in elegant and tasteful floral and decor work, and Pastrychik has created a decadent cake creation to help Ankita and Sunil celebrate the evening in style. Complete with custom cocktails and marquee letters, this reception is one none of us will soon forget! If you're still itching for more divine details from it all, head into the complete gallery!

Maharani Ankita, on her reception decor:

"We think our gold centerpieces with lush florals captured the romantic vibe we wanted. I always wanted a flower wall and we think this was the perfect accent piece to enhance our sweetheart table."

On her reception fashion:

"I wanted a different look for the reception. I went seeking for a heavy gown to compliment the Western trends throughout our ceremony. The gown had the ease that allowed me to dance around but the elegance of a traditional Indian outfit."

On her and Raja Sunil's first dance song:

"Sunil and I danced to “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King. One of the first Valentine’s Day cards I got Sunil played this song when you opened it. Through ups and downs, we always stood by each other. It seemed like a natural choice."

On her post-ceremony hair and makeup:

"For the reception, I wanted to let my hair down, literally, and get loose and have fun. I stuck to my natural curls by enhancing it. We did not have time to do a whole makeup change so I stuck to the sultry morning look by adding pink lips to compliment my reception outfit."

Additional thoughts from the bride:

"One of my favorite parts of our wedding was that we were able to re purpose all of our flowers through Random Acts Of Flowers. All of our flowers were broken down and turned into separate arrangements to deliver to patients in all of our local hospitals. Both of us work in health care and it meant the world to us that we were able to give back to the patients that make our days so much more meaningful."

Spectacular, right?! I'm so glad you joined us for this unforgettable Indian wedding today!

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