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Okay, I think I'm obsessed! I've seen a lot of peacock-inspired events but this reception truly takes the cake! Rich jewel tones give this room the most majestic feel while projectors line the walls and create the coolest vibe! I've never seen anything like it! From feathered seat covers to tiny trinkets, the attention to detail to floral and decor at this extraordinary affair makes it a serious wedding win! Head to the gallery to take note of all the magic before Monsoon Group fills some eager bellies and Braja Mandala Wedding Photography snaps all the action on film!

See you tomorrow! There's always more to see! 

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Kick on those heels because it's time to party! This adorable pair of newlyweds brings the fun as they enter their intimate, outdoor reception and everyone is in high spirits! Ethnic Essence Couture Events gives this scene a touch of twinkle and a peacock theme full of rich, cool tones that is too perfect! And how awesome is that cake?! I love the vibrant colors, gold details, and lush roses! Matei Horvath Photography is behind the scenes as Maharani Devaki is glowing in the moonlight in her rich ruby lengha and sultry makeup by Henna Dil Se. This bride and groom are a perfect match and it totally shows! See just how cute they are over at the gallery!

From the bride: "Our first dance was "Sweet Disposition" by Temper Trap. That was one of first songs we both loved when we first started dating. We had a choreographed first dance, but after we were in the moment, I just wanted to take it all in. We just danced, it felt like it was just myself and him, and it was perfect." I absolutely love that song!

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Ethnic Essence Couture Events, Matei Horvath Photography and Henna Dil Se are members of the Platinum Guide. Love what you see? Explore their portfolios.

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This is one of those Indian weddings that knows exactly how to pull at my heart strings.  Our crafty Maharani, Neha, put personalized, handmade touches throughout her wedding day.  As if her bridesmaids didn’t look smashing enough, Neha made peacock hair pieces she made for each one.  And, here is the one Indian wedding detail that made me instantaneously burst into tears : Neha made a matching peacock broach and calgi that are going to be passed down to their kids! 

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From the Maharani, Neha :

My bridal style was inspired by old bollywood, and honestly pictures of my parents wedding. The goal was to look classic and have a wedding where people could feel like it was uniquely us. My parents had a simple wedding, and I didn't want over the top decorations. I was very specific about having a 4-piller mandap with traditional red and golden colors with a touch of teal for the ceremony. For the reception, I wanted peacock colors with red accents; I felt that both occasions should feel separate and have their own vibe. The decorator was great; it was her idea to do something different and use feathers and fine tapestries instead of the usual flowers. I also worked hard to make some of the stuff myself--I made made the peacock broach that I wore, and made a matching calgi (grooms hat pin) that I hope to pass down to our kids. I also made the peacock feather clips that my bridesmaids wore, and the dahlia clip that was in mine. I glued together the rhinestones and bobby pins that were also in my hair, and my husband and I collaborated on the programs and table numbers--both which were made by us on Mac Pages and printed at Kinko's. The table numbers were awesome--each was a movie poster that was important to us with descriptions of why on the back. Everyone loved it!

Isn't this wedding adorable?  Neha's enthusiams definitely comes right through.  More fun coming right up!

Here is an adorable idea for your Indian wedding : A Family Tree. Spend an afternoon going through your family pictures, as well as your fiancée’s, and make sure that you sit down with a family member.  Going through the photographs and hearing the unique stories will be something you cherish long after your wedding day.

From Beyond Imaginations : We created a family tree with a gold Manzanita Branch decorated with purple, blue and green flowers and pictures of family members of the couples. The highlight of this centerpiece was a peacock woven with Flax Leaves, decorated with peacock feathers and Swarovski Crystals. The reception was majestic, regal and exotic. The vibrant colors of the peacock feathers were introduced at the reception. Bold and intricate purple Dendrobium Orchids, Lisianthus, blue Delphiniums and Green Cymbidium Orchids creatively arranged on amber glass cones hanging from gold trees. Peacock feathers were artistically framed and designed as the pedestals with similar flowers on top. Acolytes were placed in the pedestals to bestow luminous effect on the peacock feathers.