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In a picturesque setting reminiscent of a fairy tale, Angel & Ankit celebrated their love at the mesmerizing Lake Chateau Banquets. With the magic touches from Makeup by Hena, Angel gleamed with elegance, her beauty amplified with every detail. Ankit was the epitome of dapper charm, thanks to the meticulous turban service by New York Turban Tying Service, a reflection of our rich traditions and modern flair combined. Sahil Wedding Planner seamlessly and impeccably orchestrated this union with flair and precision. The atmosphere was filled with melodies and beats from DJ 1E Entertainment. Taj Catering served experiences through the exquisite flavors, leaving the guests in awe. The most important person who really made this wedding look nice and big was Virdee Films Photo & Cinema. They truly outshined at this wedding, capturing fleeting moments and translating them into eternal memories. Each frame they curated not only encapsulated the sheer joy and emotion of the day. The cinematic captures elegantly wove together the essence of the day, taking anyone who viewed them on a beautiful journey back to the couple's most cherished moments. 

How did you meet your Groom, and when did you know he was "the one"?
We met at the hotel where we used to work together. Ankit was always loving and caring right from the first day, and to be honest, I knew right from the beginning HE WAS THE ONE.

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
We were out on 19th Aug to Times Square. He told me to get ready as he hired some photographers to take our pictures. I had no idea of anything. When I was at Times Square, I suddenly saw on a large screen at Time, “Angel, will you marry me?” and 3 pics of us together. I was having goosebumps as I didn't know what was going on. I was totally surprised. In a few seconds, I got back to my senses and said YES to my love.

Tell us how you went about planning your wedding and your overall experience with the Venues, Hair and makeup, Outfits, Decor Theme, and all of the other important details.
Planning a wedding was really hectic as we did in less than 4 weeks. The proposal was on 19th Aug 2022, and the wedding was on 27th Sept 2022. We decided around 29th Aug that we were going get married in Sept
My husband did most of the running work from finding Vendors, Wedding Planner, and Venues. I went at the last on most things to finalize and to see them. Decorations we both selected together after going through some samples

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Do you have a favorite color in mind?
I selected Wedding lengha from NAZARANA in Edison. I went to Nazrana Boutique first and found my lehnga, but my husband insisted on checking other places too, and I did, but for some reason, I was stuck to the one I chose at first and bought it. Which was a very good decision as everyone loved that attire

What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Shopping was the most hectic and fun part because it was the first time you got a real Licence to shop, and you could buy anything from jewelry to Bridal dresses and make-up, and no one could say no coz you were the BRIDE.

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
Guests particularly loved how I and my husband had bonded together. Pretty much each and every one of them said that we were made for each other, and I loved that part most, apart from that they loved the Food which was from the Taj caterer and also our performances.

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
7 pheras and Varmala ceremony. That was the most memorable moment for me. From childhood, we dream that it will happen one day, and when it happens, and the person is really the love of your life you wanted, there is no better feeling than that. I still rewind and watch them every now and then.

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.
Decor we kept very simple but elegant. We wanted to have a light Pink color, and it went really well with our attire.
Dances were the most lively part of our reception. Our reception highlights when we put it on social media, it got so many views and plays. All the performances were very good, and the speeches made were memorable.

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Words of wisdom for brides-to-be is “ Give everything in your relation to make it work.” There is no He/she but only we.

Anything else you want to tell us? We'd love to hear all about your other details! (jewelry, mehndi, venue, cake, bouquets, etc.)
I can keep going on and on, but the most and most important person who really made this wedding look nice and big was “VIRDEE FILMS.” I have never seen such professionalism, but on top of that, being such a humble person and accepting each and every request from Bride, groom, and family is remarkable. Everyone loved our pre-wedding videos on the wedding day. And Wedding and reception highlights are played every time our relatives come home. So special special, special thanks to Virdee films. Thanks

We hope you enjoy today's feature, darlings. Cheers to love and the endless possibilities it brings!

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Dive with me into the world of charm and romance as we narrate a celestial union. Stan Pe Films immortalized every moment through their mesmerizing cinematography. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Hilton Baltimore, the ambiance set the perfect stage for this love story. This Maharani looked nothing short of a dream, enhanced by the immaculate artistry of Make-up by Sonia I. Every corner of the ceremony venue was imbued with the floral and decor of The Moment Events. The journey from the first look to the sealing of vows was seamlessly orchestrated by SW Events, whose planning and design painted a fairy-tale picture for the couple and their cherished guests. They paid attention to every detail and finally pulled together a fantastic soiree so the newlyweds could relax and enjoy their wedding days. Dynasty Ave ensured that the beats echoed the joy of the union, making everyone groove. Chowpatty Foods served an array of sumptuous delights that were memorable. As they exchanged glances and then vows, Iryna Shostak Photography captured every emotion and smile flawlessly. She created timeless and elegant wedding imagery. This gallery will become their family legacy and the gift that keeps giving. Come and enjoy today's lovely feature!

We hope you enjoy today's feature, darlings. Until next time, keep spreading love and romance! 

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Greetings, lovely Maharanis! We have Vanessa & Harman's captivating tale that will transport you to a realm of pure romance. The air was electric with anticipation as the lively beats of MSB Different's Dholi resonated through the streets, heralding the arrival of the Baraat. The Loews Philadelphia Hotel stood proudly, its elegant facade serving as a magnificent backdrop for their momentous occasion. This iconic venue, renowned for its timeless charm and impeccable service, provided the perfect setting for their wedding festivities. From the moment guests entered the hotel's magnificent doors, they were greeted with a sense of awe and wonder. With meticulous planning, design, exquisite floral arrangements, and awe-inspiring decor by the talented Vikram Panicker and Elegant Affairs, every corner of the venue was transformed into a veritable paradise of beauty and luxury. Vanessa graced the wedding ceremony adorned in the breathtaking creations of Manish Malhotra. Flawless Beauty by Pauline worked magic enhancing her features with an ethereal charm. Henna by Pallavi adorned the bride's hands with an artistic Mehndi design. The festivities continued with the rhythmic beats from DJ Insomnia, and DJ Gaurav Kumar ignited the dance floor, setting the scene for a night of unrestrained revelry. Check out all the incredible shots captured by Salwa Photography, their lens preserving every precious moment for eternity. You'll love them!

May this feature inspire you to believe in the magic of love! Come back for more tips, darlings.

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Darlings, we hope you are ready because a full flair traditional love story is coming! So, please sit back, relax, and enjoy Astha & Chintan's wedding. As the radiant sun adorned the sky, the groom arrived in a grand procession, his Baraat led by majestic horses from Seaton Hackney Stables. The Legacy Castle was the perfect setting for this ceremony and reception. Urvashi Mishra, Wedding & Event Planner, crafted a masterpiece, flawlessly weaving traditional elements and modern aesthetics together. The venue was transformed into a haven of luxury, radiating warmth and grace in every corner. Wedding Design worked its magic, adorning the space with exquisite floral arrangements that mirrored the bride's ethereal beauty. The skillful hands of Flawless Beauty by Pauline elevated Astha's beauty to new heights. Mehndi by Anuja delighted everyone's taste buds with their sumptuous culinary creations. With a carefully selected playlist blended traditional tunes with contemporary hits, M4U Events had every guest grooving and moving to the rhythm. Their expertise and passion for music elevated the wedding experience, leaving the guests with memories of a night filled with non-stop entertainment and exhilaration. Memories Studio, the ever-talented photographers were present, capturing the essence of love and happiness. Experience the magic through their gallery. 

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
So it was March 19th, 2021, our two-year dating anniversary, and Chintan said he planned a special dinner in NYC. He told me we were going to stop by at our favorite rooftop in Jersey City (Rooftop at Exchange Place) and then make our way into the city. So we get ready and head over to the rooftop, and as I enter, I hear music, and I get a glimpse of all our loved ones waiting for us on the other side. Then Chintan takes my hand and walks me to the center of the room, and immediately breaks into dance! He planned a whole flash mob Bollywood-style proposal with my favorite songs and favorite people dancing! All of my family and friends joined him for some songs, and he ended the dance with “Marry Me” by Bruno Mars. He took me to the front of the room and proposed with the New York skyline as our beautiful backdrop and with our family and friends cheering us on!

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
So we went to Mumbai for my wedding shopping because my family is from there so we had a lot of stores to visit in mind. My mom had this dream of me wearing a Sabyasachi lehenga, and I told her if I loved something, I would definitely consider it. So we enter the store; the beautiful surroundings and vibes are definitely enchanting! We look at a couple of outfits, and I see this red outfit that my aunt and mom selected for me. I was actually against wearing red because I didn’t like that color much, and the outfit they showed me was red, but I decided to try it on anyways. I try it on, and the rest is history! I bought that outfit right away, and I ended up wearing a beautiful red lehenga for my wedding :) everything changed when I wore it, so I’d definitely recommend trying different colors even if you don’t like them. I only tried one bridal outfit, and that’s all it took for me!

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.
So I was always clear on what kind of styles and themes I wanted for all my pre-wedding events, and because I’m a classically trained dancer and loved dancing and choreographing, I planned out all the dances, songs, and the whole program of all the events. My first event was the Mehendi which I wanted to be a “mela,” bright, colorful carnival style! We had lots of gifts, giveaways a whole Chudi bazaar full of bangles, turbans, bindis, purses, earrings, and many more items. They all were customized with our hashtag, and our guests loved it and took everything home! I did two dances in the mehendi, and my friends performed “mere yaar ki shaadi hain,” which was so fun! The Sangeet was that night, and we had a live singer Rex D’Souza who set the dance floor on fire! Everyone had the best time of the whole weekend on the Sangeet night! He was singing non-stop for 4 hours, making everyone dance which was an absolute blast! We also had 9 performances in the Sangeet with all our family and friends, and it was a complete Bollywood-style Sangeet. Chintan and I have loved Bollywood since we were kids, and we knew we had to incorporate it in our wedding, so we chose a whole Bollywood theme with a red carpet and all the decor being posters of Bollywood movies as well. The Sangeet truly was a Bollywood dream come true! For my haldi, I decided to do something a little different, I decided to do an entry song with all the uncles and aunties that I’ve grown up with and chose to dance with each couple for a few seconds as I entered the hall. Choreographing this and all 15 of us dancing together was such a memorable memory that I’ll never forget!

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
I think the biggest thing I would say to all future brides is to have a clear vision of what you want and work towards fulfilling that. Because there are so many options, so many vendors, and so many small details to get overwhelmed and confused over, the sooner you can make firm decisions quickly, the sooner you can get to planning all the fun stuff and not be overwhelmed! I also advise you to prioritize what you and your partner want, from decision-making to incorporating small details in the wedding, like writing your own vows or giving gifts to each other before the wedding. At the end of the day, it’s the wedding of you two, and you should be perfectly content and happy with everything you choose to do. On the day of the wedding, if something goes wrong or doesn’t go according to plan, the best thing to do is to just move on and not let it affect your mood/smile because the camera captures everything! The photographers are always going to be with you, and everything gets captured, so if you let one thing affect you, everything will fall apart, including your pictures!

Anything else you want to tell us? We'd love to hear all about your other details! (jewelry, mehndi, venue, cake, bouquets, etc.)
The first thing we locked down for our wedding was our venue! We absolutely loved The Legacy Castle and just knew that’s where we wanted to get married! Our hashtag comes from that venue as well! It’s AC which stands for Astha and Chintan, and ki Legacy means “their legacy,” which was a word play on the venue and also the beginning of our legacy! #ACkiLegacy. We even decided to do an outdoor jai maala on the legacy castle terrace, which had never been done before! We tried to do something unique and make the most of our venue, which turned out to be a beautiful ceremony with the drones above us capturing every moment! Our planner Urvashi Mishra was amazing from the beginning of our whole process! She was with us since before Chintan even proposed and helped him out with those details, along with our engagement party, bridal shower, and wedding! She took care of everything during those events over 2 years, and it made wedding planning a breeze! Our amazing photo video team, Memories Studios, has been with us since our engagement party, our engagement photo shoot, and the wedding! They brought their whole team and went all out! They showed off their amazing skills with the same-day edit in the reception, and everyone was left stunned! Our caterer, Moghul Caterers, knocked every meal out of the park! Food is something that is so important in every wedding, and we managed to incorporate almost every cuisine during the whole weekend, and they pulled it off beautifully! For our decor, we had Ravi from wedding design and decor, who took all of my visions and brought them to life! I drew out every single decor setup from the mehendi to the Sangeet to the haldi and wedding and reception, and he did it exactly as I had imagined! Having a vision of what I wanted for all the setups was extremely helpful because all he had to do was just explain to me how it was going to work and then just do it. For my makeup and hair, I had the amazing Pauline, who was my partner in crime for 4 days! Waking up and keeping me awake and excited at 4 am is no easy task, and she did it so effortlessly, along with also working and giving me 4 beautiful looks! Anuja, for my mehendi, was amazing! She also took my vision of what I showed her from a photo and made it come to life. She was so calm, and we had the best time together ordering our pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks at 3 am! Sheraton Parsippany was a great venue to host all of our guests and to have all of our pre-wedding events! It was the best idea to have everyone stay in one place for 4 days, and all the events be in the ballrooms of the same hotel. Super convenient and stress-free because traveling was completely eliminated!

This lovely wedding was such a pleasure to see. I enjoyed every minute of it! See you tomorrow.

Dear Maharanis, we hope you are ready for a new adventure to Cancun, Mexico, to peek at Swathy & Abhishek's wedding. So, get your luggage and passport, and enjoy this story. The enchanting Moon Palace Cancun served as the picturesque backdrop for their ceremony and reception, captivating everyone with its breathtaking beauty. Indian Destination Wedding Inc. was the ultimate travel concierge for this wedding. With their expertise and attention to detail, they flawlessly orchestrated every aspect of the couple's destination wedding, from coordinating travel arrangements for guests to arranging accommodations. The celebration became a remarkable and stress-free experience thanks to these South Asian Wedding Experts. Swathy radiated beauty adorned in a stunning wedding saree from Kalyan Silks. Her hair was decorated with exquisite Vivek Flowers floral arrangements, and the intricate henna designs by the talented artists at Loto Mehndi adorned her hands. She wore beautiful jewelry from Parakkat Jewels to add a touch of regality. Not to be outdone, Abhishek exuded timeless sophistication in his Zegna tuxedo, the epitome of elegance that perfectly matched Swathy's grace and beauty. The reception was grand, with Dolly J's exquisite bridal fashion taking center stage. Federico Salmeron's Photo captured every precious moment, immortalizing the love and emotions shared between the couple in the incredible gallery we shared today. Enjoy it!

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