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You will be charmed by all the spiritual symbolism of the ancestral rituals that embarked Nithila and Sanjog in the journey of marriage! The beautiful Tamilian matrimony took place at the Sri Bhaktha Anjaneya Temple, here, both families gathered to witness this once-in-a-lifetime occasion to take place in a gorgeous stage created by Om Event Decorations, designed with traditional décor flower strings as the backdrop and for the entire venue! Maharani Nithila presented a stunning picture of south bridal elegance thanks to Shruti's Beauty & Bridal Salon who created a fabulous updo festooned with fresh jasmine flowers and elegant hair accessories that made her radiate on her big day. The beauty expert also took care of draping the exquisite orange bridal silk saree with great style that brilliantly completed the bride’s look! This alluring south Indian union was captured by Darshan Vaishnav Photography, who managed to flawlessly capture the beginning of these lovebirds as husband and wife. Take a look at the lovely images in our full gallery!

After the solemn ceremony, the newlyweds were ready to celebrate at the Foxchase Manor!

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Hold onto your seats, Maharanis! To wrap up the week we bring you a double dose of inspiration in our fantastic Platinum and Video Blog! Marvelous! Teja and Jag saw their dream wedding come to life at the grand Hotel Irvine and the lovely footage by Avec Lumiere Productions is also featured in today's Video Blog! The love-struck couple wed in a memorable outdoor ceremony during a beautiful sunny day. The sunlight reflected on the mesmerizing mandap Deepti's Florals Designs & Mandaps fabricated. The florals, the golden pillars, and the crimson carpet flawlessly blended and sheltered the bride and groom. Global Photography caught all the ancient rituals and blessings that took place under the mandap and that joined both families into one. Teja’s hair selection for her stellar day was a breath-taking long braid decorated with exquisite manga gold jewelry that My Fair Bride created that complied with tradition and looked stunning as well with her silk saree. See the sweet mementos and all the charm of the union compiled into a complete gallery just for your delight! 

I’m pumped about the glam bash images featured in chapter two! Check them out!

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Hello, ladies! Let me guide you through the second part of the fairytale wedding Dipika & Sankalp held among the redwoods of Nestldown's retreat in the Santa Cruz mountains! After the heavenly ceremony was over, the reception was held indoors in a two-floor wooden cottage that provided a cozy and romantic environment for the celebration! The sweethearts were welcomed into each other’s family and shared a fabulous dinner thanks to the Jalsa catering service. On their stellar night the newlyweds opted to combine colors, Dipika's choice was a deep red lehenga with intricate motifs and Sankalp wore a tailored made suit with a crimson shirt that made him stand out, this match made in heaven danced the night away looking just perfect at the dance floor following the beats of AVL Entertainment. This springtime nuptials needed the expert hands of Avant Planners, the planning gurus gave their magic touch to every detail and contributed to the big success of the wedding day! Peruse through the full gallery to see all the best photos of this incredibly sweet wedding celebration by Wedding Documentary Photo + Cinema!  

I hope this wonderful springtime wedding inspired your imagination! 

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Blooms, pastel colors and warm weather… Don’t you love spring? If you are still not convinced let me persuade you with the marvelous wedding of Dipika and Sankalp! To start off with the wedding springtime celebrations the bride and groom held a traditional sangeet evening at the luxury San Jose Marriott! Soon after, the celebrations were moved to an equally stunning venue! Among the magical woods and gardens of the Nestldown state, Raja Sankalp did the traditional horseback baraat in a lovely equine provided by Vintage Carriage Company towards an enchanting mandap built for the union. Maharani Dipika was radiant in an ethereal and elegant makeup by TM's Makeup Artistry who also created a beautiful low bun with jasmine flowers for the princess bride to say "I do"! The picturesque scenario was conveniently used by Wedding Documentary Photo + Cinema, the renowned photo team captured the most exquisite natural inspired wedding photos and we have them in our fantastic full gallery! Hurry and see all the details of this splendid spring alliance.

You will fall in love with reception images coming up next!

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Hello, loves! I’m so happy to bring a snippet of the wonderful Maharashtrian wedding celebration of Shivangi and Vikram in the magnificent East Room at The Richard Nixon Library. The very talented team of Simply A Soiree along with Three Petals collaborated to produce an elegant and refined bash in honor of the lovebirds! The cute duo found their groove on the dance floor thanks to Riamu Entertainment who was in charge of spinning the records and created an incredible experience. Manohar's Delhi Palace crafted a traditional Indian wedding menu that featured the best delicacies and made a lasting impression in all the attendees. We all know memories last forever and to look back at all that went into that one special day, Ineffable Photography put together a charming cinematic view of the celebrations, check out the feature in our Indian Wedding Video Blog! Talented Aaroneye Photography produced a series of marvelous wedding images that you can admire in our full gallery!

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
I met Vikram in 2011 through a nonprofit organization we both volunteered for. We formed a friendship, and over the years the friendship turned into love. We finally made things official in 2015, and never looked back! I knew he was the one after we met each other's families shortly after we started dating. It was then that I knew we share the same values, and that our families and lives fit perfectly together. 

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
Vikram proposed to me on December 30, 2016. The day before, we did a Pacific coast drive from LA to San Francisco (where we both live) with a couple of close friends which was beautiful and so much fun! The next day was the day of the proposal. Vikram convinced me that we were just going to grab some brunch in a new neighborhood we hadn't yet explored. He told me we had a reservation so we got there a bit early and had some time to kill. He took me to a nearby beach looking out at the Golden Gate Bridge. 

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.
All of my vendors were amazing! My hair & makeup artist was my favorite: Farah Manekia from My Fair Bride. My decorator was incredible and truly made the venue look even more dazzling thanks to her classic and breathtaking style for the mandap that was blush pink and nude with classic white and pink roses and hydrangeas, and the reception was even more stunning from big candles and white floral centerpieces. It matched the classic ballroom look that the venue offered with chandeliers and soft, warm lighting. Our DJ, DJ Umair from Riamu Entertainment, definitely turned our baraat and reception into a party and was so easy and accommodating. Our caterer, Manohar Delhi Palace, was incredible and I still have friends and family talking about the food. The venue we selected, the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, CA, was the best decision we made, and the staff was incredible. Our friends and family said it was the most unique and beautiful venue they had ever been to - we thought so, too!

How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
I did a ton of Pinterest searching, but in the end, I definitely had a vision. I wanted to reflect where my husband and I are from for the wedding ceremony so went with a traditional silk saree, and gave it my own touch by finding a gorgeous veil to go with it which made it a bit more modern, too. My reception dress really fit the venue. The reception was held in a ballroom that was a replica of the White House ballroom, so I wanted to go with a really deep, royal outfit. I ended up getting a custom-made outfit that was midnight blue in raw silk and had gold work all over it. I wanted an accent color so ended up doing a hot pink border and a light gold dupatta to bring it all together. 

What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Figuring out how to involve our loved ones on the wedding day. I wanted my closest family members and friends to have a part in our day because they've really been the biggest support and influence on our lives. Having them be there and be involved in the process was really special. From our siblings and dads giving speeches at the reception, to two of our closest friends singing our first dance song live, to our best friends getting ready with us in the morning, to our cousins and extended family being involved in the nights leading up to the wedding, it really felt like our entire family and friends became one big family that weekend.

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
They loved the venue and the food the most! The venue was so beautiful, and we had picture perfect southern California weather which allowed for an amazing outdoor ceremony and a really pleasant evening cocktail hour. They loved the variety and quality of food, citing the appetizers to be the best! 

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
The ceremony was probably my favorite part. It allowed my husband and I to sit down with our parents next to us and really be present in the moment, and give each other our full attention as we engaged in the ceremony and exchanged our vows. After a year of planning, sometimes you lose sight of why you're doing everything. So seeing our closest friends and family members in the audience showering us with their love and support made it even more special.

Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Just enjoy the day. It flies by and before you know it, it'll be over! So take in every moment and be present. :)

I wish you a great week! Happy Monday, Maharanis!

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