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Happy Monday, Maharanis! We're starting another week of shaadi magic with a magnificent Indian wedding planned to perfection by the experts at Envi Event Planning! We'll share the dazzling ceremony and fantastic reception soon, but for now, we're starting with a look at Indian bride Kajal's fabulous style! The Maharani wore a custom red, white and gold lengha made in India, which she paired with ultra dazzling jewelry and exquisite mehndi! With an impeccable low bun hairdo by Salon Eden and flawless neutral eye makeup and bright red lips by Maryam Hayat Make Up Artist, blushing bride Kajal looked radiant! Check out all the details Garret Frandsen Photography captured below and in the full gallery!

Maharani Kajal on meeting her Raja and how she knew he was "the one":

"I met Ankur (who's from the UK) when he came to visit his friends in Atlanta, GA. Immediately a spark was ignited!! Both of us just had a feeling and we were together for about 7 years, and the majority of our relationship was long distance."

On the romantic proposal:

"While I was visiting Ankur in Budapest, Hungary where he was in dental school, there's a place overlooking the entire city of Budapest, which is one of the highest points. While looking at the city, Ankur proposed!

Hmm... I don't know about a romantic engagement memory, but I do have a funny one. A day before our engagement ceremony Ankur decided to freak me out by telling me his engagement ring didn't fit him. Of course then I was panicking so I decided to ask him to show me. Well it turns out he was putting the ring on the wrong finger the entire time!!! Silly guy!"

Stay tuned for the marvelous ceremony featuring Occasions by Shangri-la's perfectly designed decor!

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Happy Friday, Maharanis! We're sure you remember this gorgeous New Jersey Indian wedding from the Films Blog a few weeks back; we're delighted to say that we're back with the rest of the magic Platinum Dream Events planned! Today, we're starting with a look at how our Indian bride Jalpa's fabulous Maharani look came together! The first step in looking dazzling is always hair and makeup, and Maharani Jalpa had the amazing Singhar by Ayesha to give her the flawless look of her dreams! After donning a breathtaking red and gold lengha with a white dupatta and adorning herself with sparkling jewelry, she was absolutely stunning! You can check out how lovely she looks in Lightyear Studio's photos below and in the full gallery!

Come see the baraat and first look portraits next, and stay tuned for Elegant Affairs Inc.'s brilliant decor at the Hanover Marriott soon!

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When you're one of the most sought-after beauty experts among brides and it's your turn to tie the knot, you can be sure you're leaving your hair and makeup details trusted to no one other than yourself and your skilled team, so it's no surprise that Pooja Mehta of Makiaj Beauty took charge and styled herself to Princess perfection! Rocking an ultra-chic updo made for her dupatta, and looking stunning in a coral-colored lip that's just the right shade to go with her red-orange Anita Dongre wedding lengha, Maharani Pooja made the most breathtaking bride. She drew on inspiration from the Moghul period and emphasized the ceremony theme by donning a set of jewels with an amazing, ancient design. When we return, it's off to the mandap with today's Indian bride for a fabulously designed ceremony featuring luxurious floral and decor details by Occasions By Shangri-La! While you're waiting to revel in those romantic highlights, check out the complete gallery for more spellbinding photos from Pooja and Shimon's Hindu-Jewish fusion fairy tale captured by Portraits By Andra!

Maharani Pooja, on wearing her dream wedding lengha:

"My favorite designer, Anita Dongre, whose style is reflective of mine with the modern day bride getting married in Agra and Dehli, designed my red bridal wear. I have always been such a huge fan of her work because her fabric and design speaks for itself. Its simple, elegant and yet traditionally modern!! I decided to wear one of her most recognized pieces, the Red Gota Patti Embroidered Lengha that had a simple gold modern blouse and a red skirt. I never saw myself wearing anything with crystal work or anything too flashy; I wanted my hair and makeup to stand out afterall!"

On her bridal jewelry:

"For the Hindu ceremony I wore some traditional elegant kundan jewelry which is what the queens would wear during the Moghul times. I also wore a traditional satlerie in emerald green and ruby which is another significant piece worn by the queens in palaces during the era that inspired my wedding style."

On her bridal party's outfits:

"My two beautiful sisters/bridesmaids wore white gota patti lenghas inspired by Anita Dongre, and my mom wore a beautiful indigo hand designed piece, from Ritu Kumar Panchvastra’s collection, which was inspired by the ancient technique of hand woven technique used years ago in India."

Don't move a muscle, my dears! It's ceremony time in Scottsdale, Arizona, when I get back!

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Hello, Maharanis! Today we're sharing Alka and Reginald's spectacular destination Indian wedding at the beautiful Makena Beach & Golf Resort in Maui, Hawaii! We're kicking things off with the details on how Singar Studio put together the Indian bride's incredible hair and makeup look! The day before the shaadi, the talented Leena Bajaj from Singar Studio created a dazzling, intricate mehndi design to perfectly suit the Maharani's open shirt lengha. The next day, it was time for a fully glam look, featuring flawless skin, gradient green and gold eyeshadow and gorgeous hot pink lipstick! Check out the full gallery to see the amazing portraits MnMfoto Wedding Photography took of the blushing Indian bride!

Maharani Alka on meeting her Raja and how she knew he was "the one":

"We met on Match.com. I knew he was Mr. Right over the next 3 years as he made every difficult situation easier."

On the romantic proposal:

"It was raining on December 16, 2014 -- our 3 year dating anniversary. Usually the lights in Ghiradelli square are turned off during the rain. He called ahead and had them turn on the lights for 2 hours so he could propose in front of the Christmas tree. Our first date he took me to see the Christmas lights and gingerbread houses around the city. Really was a very romantic gesture."

Up next we'll take a look at the Indian bride and groom's phenomenal portrait sessions!

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Feast your eyes as Greg & LaRae Photography bring us a sneak peek at this gorgeous bride as she gets all gussied up for her big day. This bride looks carefree because the fashion gurus from Sahil Exclusive custom-made her stunning lengha and you can see more getting ready shots in the gallery!

The first look photo shoot is next!

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