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After a gorgeous Indian ceremony with such a display of style, an equally grand traditional wedding and reception afterward were to be expected. The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort Spa & Marina was looking at its very best to house Mithra & Jon and their loved ones and let me tell you, color and smiles were just flying all over the place. The bride came out looking like a dream. The traditional white gown with lacing details was a total highlight of the gala for so many reasons. The stunning fabric is just one of them. So amazing! And what about Raja Jon's neat burgundy tux? If that doesn't say style, few things would! I am totally loving all the symbology of this couple's vision, just the way it should be when you are uniting your ancestry with your significant other's! The reception as you could imagine was also this magic flair beautifully decorated by the team from Imperial Decor. Style at its finest! Pictures speak so eloquently, ladies, so head down to today's gallery thanks to Photographick Studios for all the details. 

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Monday has arrived and with it all the ravishing style of the always incredible Indian weddings! We know that you, ladies, are always looking for the latest on Maharani trends with that unique touch of tradition. For that reason, today, we have a wedding vision that surely fits with that description. Mithra & Jon decided to tie the knot going absolutely big and having two ceremonies for the ages. In this first installment and thanks to Photographick Studios, we will be witnessing the Indian rituals that united these two lovebirds for eternity. Maharani Mithra came out like the real Maharani she is. Her orange sherbet toned saree along with all the intricate golden embroidery, made up for a drop-dead gorgeous bride style that you are going to absolutely love. Such a beautiful gala we have today and this is just part one! Wait for the rest of it! So gorgeous! Stick around and head down to our gallery of today! 

Such a beautiful celebration. More to come! 

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We all know what happens after the heartwarming wedding ceremonies. Party time, of course! And what can be greater than an Indian wedding reception bash? Ashima & Sushant definitely knew what they wanted and the result was this gorgeous reception that saw our newlyweds shine. The gorgeous pair changed attires for cocktails and they were looking beyond words. Maharani Ashima decided to stay traditional but with a modern twist. She rocked this gorgeous white gown with influences both from east and west and let me tell you, this bride is the definition of what a real Maharani is! So chic and stylish! We are just dazzled by Global Photography's work for today's gallery that it is just so amazing to be able to share it with you, inspiration looking dolls! So don't go anywhere because this second installment is on fire! 

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Here we are, once again bringing you the best of the Indian wedding experiences and today's feature is a flair not to miss! The incredible team of Global Photography crafted a picture gallery for the ages, showcasing everything that went on for Ashima & Sushant's day of magic and we are madly loving it! The Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village was looking impeccable to house both the ceremony and the grand reception. We are so adoring the gorgeous mandap decoration as well. It was this soft coral and baby pink-toned stage that truly took my breath away the moment I laid eyes on the design! So out there! Of course, we can't forget about the queen of the night! Maharani Ashima was looking just drop-dead gorgeous wearing a lovely maroon saree with golden embroidery, beautifully complemented by an ensemble of sparkly and chic jewelry that was all things glamorous, pure Indian style! So much going on for this bash, ladies! Don't forget to check today's picture gallery and get amazed with all the color and glitter of this enchanting gala. 

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We know you are still spinning because of Maharani Shruti's dazzling beauty! No less, a true Indian princess is capable of moving mountains with her charm! What was also moved was Raja Kayur's heart with this beauty. So romantic! After the gorgeous photoshoot, the newlyweds decided to celebrate the milestone with their loved ones and friends and headed down to the Hyatt Regency Princeton for the party! The venue was beautifully decorated by none other than the team from Abhishek Decorators. We know that when they are involved with the decor, magic is expected! I am so loving the vibe of this reception and can't stop thinking about how chic their style was. Definitely, an idea fueled bash, to say the least! Join us as we witness this lavish gala coming to us from Princeton and thanks to Lightyear Studio for today's gallery! Let's get to it! 

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
Met my husband when we both were still in our medical training, at the hospital, and although it isn't the most romantic place, we kept crossing paths. He asked me out on a date which turned into many and really "courted" me. I immediately knew he was the one and after that, everything fell into place! 

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
He proposed to me in the most romantic and grandeur way at a prestigious library. He got my coworkers involved and everything was planned to the T. I walked into the library and was serenaded with music and his Bhangra dancing skills! He had our closest friends and family who flew from all across the country as part of the surprise as well and of course, I said 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.
My Wedding was in Bangalore, India. Our Haldi and Sangeet were at my aunt's victorian style bungalow. I wanted everything to be a blend of both our backgrounds of the South and the North. With the help of my mom, we picked traditional South Indian flowers and focused on Lotus as my theme for the wedding and kept the colors more vibrant. My Haldi saree is close to me as it was a vintage heirloom Kanjeevaram saree of my aunt's that she wore on her wedding day. I also wore a traditional Kanjeevaram saree with lotus hand embroidery work on my wedding day along with vintage temple jewelry that remains a part of my family's collection. My mandap was set with shades of pink and purple along with a rose-petaled entrance.  We kept the reception classy as the venue in Shangri-La was beautiful to begin with. I had a rose flowered backdrop for my reception and wore a beige lehenga. My wedding was at the ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru and reception were at the Shangri-La. We decided to have another reception in New Jersey, our home town, at the Hyatt in Princeton, NJ. The theme there was to really keep everything on light pastel colors with a starry night theme. Our Decor was done by Abhishek Decorators and reception planning was done by eventsbyshrishti. 

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
I knew I had to wear a traditional kanjeevaram saree and my mom went to Kanchi to select the saree. The colors were traditional white with pink tones. The color was cool tones of pink and purple to reflect the Lotus flower. 

What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Bringing both sides of the family together, especially to my hometown in Bangalore, India was a different experience.  

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
That it was a destination wedding and such a colorful experience with an abundance of beautiful flowers and traditional South Indian flair. 

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
Seeing my parents and my family put in so much effort during this process and having those late nights planning and organizing the event. 

For events other than your ceremony, please tell us as much as you would like about the decor, style, dances, and all the special details.
The Sangeet theme was shades of green and took place at my Uncle and Aunt's home in Bangalore, the yard was adorned with lights and flowers and we had games and performances and then danced the night away, sipping on custom India drinks called "Turban Bourbon", "Shru-Tai" and "Whis-Kay". The Reception in the US was travel themed, and based on our entrance song, "Sky Full of Stars", with a starlit backdrop. We had a postcard like pictures from our wedding and travels and set them atop each gold charger plate, with an area for guests to write us a note, give some travel recommendations, or a few words of marital advice. In addition, our party favors were leather luggage tags adorned with the quote "And so the adventure begins...".

Amazing wasn't it? Don't go anywhere more to come! 

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