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Happy Wednesday, Maharanis! Are you ready for a totally terrific triple feature today? I hope you are, because Global Photography beautifully captured the most gorgeous Indian wedding in Scottsdale, Arizona, and we have all the unforgettable highlights from their photos and a film by NoBox Films — and we're unveiling it across all three of our blogs! Suzanne Taussig Wedding & Event Design planned the Desi wedding of Indian bride and groom, Kinjal and Rohit's, dreams and we were starting the day off with some breathtaking getting ready moments with our memorable Maharani! Kinjal is in the hair and makeup chair with Makiaj Beauty, who's flawlessly styled her to Princess perfection, and the dazzling Indian bride is looking absolutely fabulous in her ruby-colored wedding lengha and gold jewelry set! She topped off her impeccable style with an orange dupatta and megawatt smile, and when we get back, she'll be dazzling down the aisle of her outdoor ceremony at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia where her hubby-to-be rode in on a white horse from KC's Classic Carriage Company, Prince Charming style! Before we dive into those delightfully romantic moments, we'll be checking out the happy couple's first look along with a close-up of Kinjal's incredible mehndi design by Henna by Purvi! In the meantime, head over to the Platinum Guide Blog where you can find exclusive highlights from her and Rohit's pre-wedding celebration, and stop by the gallery for more getting ready moments too!

Today's first ever triple feature isn't complete until you check out Kinjal and Rohit's wedding film over on the Videos Blog! I'll be back in a flash with a romantic first look! 

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When hair and makeup artist, Dolled up by Lulu, and RANDERYimagery team up for a morning of getting ready with a bride-to-be, you can always count on flawless and fabulous highlights — and that's exactly what we're getting from today's Indian bride's morning-of! She and her beauty expert are putting the finishing touches on her ceremony look — a fantastic fuchsia wedding saree with gold details and stunning set of gold jewelry — and she's looking picture perfect from top to bottom. Her South Indian bridal hairstyle is a soft and contemporary twist on the traditional with a fragrant floral touch of fresh jasmine. Planning Elegance is getting ready to deliver an out-of-this world, open-air ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach for her and the Raja of her dreams, but before we dive into any of those highlights, make sure to head into the complete gallery for more jewelry and makeup details from today's blushing bride!

I'll meet you back here in a bit for first look moments and an outdoor ceremony you don't want to miss!

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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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Shandro Photo gives us a sneak peek at the bride getting all primed and primed for her Sikh wedding in Alberta, Canada. Jasman's light skin looks amazing, talk about a porcaline finish! She looks amazing! Stay tuned for more, meanwhile browse the gallery for more getting ready shots!

The ceremony shots are still ahead!