We have received a breathtakingly gorgeous wedding from a beautiful fashion designer all the way from Thailand. Margi Sakariya writes a wonderful blog which our brides will surely love to read. It is a great pleasure to present Margi and Kishan’s pre and post wedding pics this Friday morning. Their ceremony was packed with lovely, inspirational details our lovely brides are gonna love. So grab a cuppa and get cozy!

Bride and Groom

Margi & Kishan

Our Proposal

Please read Kishan and Margi’s romantic proposal story here. Guys: Kishan really went all out in planning this-so take cue!

Mehendi

 Haldi

Pool Party

Pj Night

Sangeet

Wedding

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Marriage is an entirely new journey for you and your partner. You’re headed towards a new and bright future, one in which you do many things together like build a family, establish a home to call your own, and weather a new sets of ups and downs together as a family unit. It’s important to remember, however, that marriage isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. At the end of the day, there are still parts of marriage where we must make decisions with our heads rather than our hearts. This is where a prenup or a premarital agreement can enter the picture.

Indian Prenup

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While the concept of a prenuptial agreement can be similar across countries, some nations and cultures have slight differences on the subject. In India, prenups aren’t binding under existing marriage laws because, culturally speaking, marriage is more a religious bond than a contract. As a result, there’s no particular law that actually talks of the enforceability or legality of prenups in the country yet. While prenups aren’t extremely widespread across the nation, they are considered as contracts and are therefore under the jurisdiction of the Indian Contract Act.

Below are some key things to think about if you’re looking to get a prenup, since these kinds of agreements are not the simplest things to understand. Settling on an actual written agreement in order to form a compromise on delicate money matters and more is not a very comfortable conversation for any couple to have. However, if you are considering a prenup, the key things below might be worth looking at.

What Does a Prenup Cover?

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No two premarital agreements are the same, which means it’s extremely important to understand what is covered and what is not included in a premarital agreement. In a general sense, valid premarital agreements tend to provide answers to some pressing matters involving the obligations and rights of the couple towards assets each individual has obtained before and during the marriage.

• Parts of these assets include income, real property, earnings, and more. Prenups can actually dictate who gets to use, buy, transfer, sell, lease, or even dispose assets upon certain situations. These situations also include events where one of the partners or the couple has been separated, disinherited, or has died.
• Likewise, a valid agreement can preserve the property the couple has brought with them into the marriage, and distribute the rights of the couple on these properties and income acquired from them throughout the marriage. In fact, a prenup can provide the means to allocate a specific sum of resources to either spouse should they be separated.
• Should both parties wish to be extra precise with the terms of what they do during the marriage, especially with legal concerns, lawyers well-versed in prenups may allow them to do so. For instance, take the intricacies of auto accidents. Both parties may be allowed to decide on the course of action should one of them be involved in an auto accident and happens to be in a condition where they cannot decide anything for themselves.
• According to The Quint, although prenups aren’t “legal” in the strictest sense of the word in India, for example, partners who wish to have an agreement are still free to form a “contract” that acts similarly to a prenup and has guidelines for them to follow in case something happens to their marriage. This means they aren’t to be underestimated or devalued in India, as the merits of these contracts are still seen in use often and often applied to marriages. 

What’s Not Covered in a Prenup?

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Prenups are also helpful in making sure there aren’t any rights or obligations that are mishandled during the marriage. This means both parties get an equal say on how they want certain aspects of the prenup to be managed, and it’s better to have lawyers clarify these specific situations so everyone has a common understanding.

For instance, both parties should be careful that the agreement they create doesn’t promote the marriage dissolution. Courts have the right to refuse the enforcement of a prenup if there are incentives for both parties to divorce. This is an important factor, as a prenup only accounts for the realistic and rational attempt of a possibility of the marriage ending.

Additionally, Economic Times of India Times explains that a prenup like agreement is only valid in the eyes of the Indian courts if both parties involved have signed the agreement voluntarily without threat, force, or undue influence, and if both parties agree to the terms. Aside from these restrictions, the prenup should also be fair to both parties: divisions of things such as financial assets, personal possession, and division of property must be certified by lawyers that each party should have. If a party wishes to do this without legal counsel, there are certain processes involved that will allow the enforcement of this prenup, such as another document stating that the person waives representation by a lawyer on the matter, and one is fully aware of what they are signing. Otherwise, the prenup won’t be enforced.

Prenups and Children Born of a Marriage

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It’s important to understand that prenups can’t abridge or modify the statutory support obligations of a party towards a child. Courts can’t remove or limit a parent from being obliged to support their children.

Think Through Your Need for a Prenup

Marriage isn’t solely about the proverbial honeymoon phase, where a couple is so in love with each other that they tend to just “go with the flow.” Sometimes, it’s good to approach the subject of marriage thinking about potential scenarios that can affect your relationship with one another, and your status as individuals, and preparing for them. A premarital agreement or a prenup can be something to debate about, especially if you carefully think through the various advantages and disadvantages.

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Regardless of your decision, and what your respective legal counsels may advise, in the end it’s better to have tackled key things and get a prenup than not to have discussed the topic at all.

After all, when you’re planning to enter a marriage it’s as good a time as any to assess not just your current financial situation, but your current situation as an individual. Do that now, before entering a new part of your life where you will make joint decisions with your partner. Protecting and ensuring you have personal assets or parts of your assets that won’t be touched by this union can be a guarantee that you have some degree of safety should the marriage not work out. In the end, it all boils down to what you’re willing to prepare for and what you plan on doing in these circumstances.

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This article was contributed by Dianna Charles-a promising young law enthusiast that hopes to bring her youthful spirit in her field. She tries to add a refreshing modern take to topics on the legal world that people can learn from. Dianna enjoys her free time with friends and family, and loves to cook for them.

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We were blown away by everything it had to offer and could not resist making a fantasy become reality.”

The Couple: Nasr Al-Jafari and Laura Nugent
Length of Engagement:  9 months | Wedding Date:  15^th April 2017
Wedding Location:  Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi 
Photographer: Franck Boutonnet | Videographers: The Loft Studio, Abu Dhabi

We met…

We were set up by a mutual friend and first met on a ‘blind’ date in Manchester – where we are both originally from in the UK.  It was love at first sight.

Our proposal…

Nas’ proposal was truly magical, extra special and a massive surprise at the same time.  After first surprising me with a Versace dress he knew I liked, he whisked me away for a ‘staycation’ at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Ras Al Khaimah. Nas took my breath away when he proposed on the balcony underneath the stars.  I felt like a Princess.

Our wedding theme/colours…

Ivory and pink

My dress…

Main Dress

Sofia Bianca Collection at Ronald Joyce

Second Dress

Victoria Jane Collection at Ronald Joyce

Both from Because I Love You Bridal, United Kingdom

Wedding Shoes – Jimmy Choo

My hair and makeup…

Emily from Esthetic Sense, World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi

His suit…

From Scallywags and Rogues Tailors, Abu Dhabi

Houndstooth trousers and waistcoat, with a Royal Blue Tailed Jacket

What our bridal party wore…

Mother of the Bride in Luis Civit

Bridesmaids in Ralph Lauren pale pink dresses

Our ceremony and/or celebrant…

One of our closest friends conducted the ceremony

We chose our photographer because…

Franck Boutonnet is an award winning photographer from France.  Franck was highly recommended after he had previously photographed a friend’s wedding

We chose our wedding coordinator because…

We did not use a wedding planner

We chose our venue because…

Emirates Palace is the ultimate fairy tale wedding venue and it is a truly magical and iconic venue in Abu Dhabi.  We both always said how amazing and special it would be to get married there, but never in our wildest dreams did we envisage it actually happening.  We were blown away by everything it had to offer and could not resist making a fantasy become reality.

Our menu…

Canapés:

‘One Bite’ Caprese salad with basil pesto and balsamic jelly
Curry cornetto with chicken tikka and pineapple salad
Coconut crusted crispy fried prawns with mango salad
Hot smoked salmon with potato rosti and creme fraiche

Spinach ricotta dumplings with a Mediterranean tomato sauce
Mini Kibbeh and hummus

Starters:
‘Shrimp Cocktail’ Three Ways
Spring vegetable risotto with truffle arancini and herb oil (vegetarian option)

Main:
Black angus beef tenderloin, grain mustard mashed potatoes, wild mushrooms, crispy leeks and pan jus

Sea bream with olive poached tomatoes, olives cured lemon gremolata (vegetarian option)

Dessert:

Selection of desserts (Apple Mille Feuille, Crème Brulee, Caramelised Lemon Tart, Hazelnut Praline Tart, Raspberry-Marbled Cheesecake)

Selection of Cheeses & Seasonal Fresh Fruits.

Our honeymoon…

We wanted to make our honeymoon extra special and go somewhere neither of us had been before. We chose South Africa and started off with 6 days Safari on two private game reserves – King’s Camp, Timbavati and Leopard Hills Camp, Sabi Sands.

We then ventured around the Wineland region of Cape Town – Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, visiting a number of wine estates which were all spectacular.  We followed up with two relaxing days on the coast at Birkenhead House in Hermanus, finishing our final stay in Camps Bay, Cape Town, before flying home to Abu Dhabi.

My favourite part of the wedding day…

The whole day was absolutely amazing; even more special than we had both imagined.  Having all our closest family and friends with us to celebrate our once in a lifetime, special day was truly incredible.  The best day of our lives so far.

My piece of advice for other brides…

I would definitely recommend investing in a videographer (in addition to a photographer), to capture the full wedding day; something to always treasure and relive the wonderful memories.

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Every bride to be spends a considerable amount of her time deciding on the perfect look for her wedding. And not just the wedding, but the decor, guest list, bridesmaids’ attire and of course the pre/post wedding celebrations. But can you guess what tops this list? Her dress of course! Not just the wedding dress but the dresses for all occasions that are part of big fat Indian weddings. That is the reason why, when it’s about choosing the perfect wedding attire, many brides-to-be take cue from their favourite B-town celebs so they too can dazzle like the stars. So ladies, here is the list of top 20 celebrity-inspired lehangas to help you create an everlasting impression on your guests:

19 Bollywood Celebrity-Inspired Lehengas

1. Anushka Sharma

The day B town diva Anushka Sharma & the super star of cricket Virat Kohli tied the knot and took their vows, the whole nation went gaga over them. They both looked stunningly well in their outfit. Talking about Anuska’s outfit, she wore a gorgeous Sabyasachi lehenga while can make an ideal choice for your sangeet night. Her pale pink lehenga with Renaissance embroidery in vintage English colours embellished with silver-gold metal thread, pearls and beads, no doubt made her look more glamorous then she already is.

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2. Urmila Matondkar

This Bollywood diva kept her wedding day very simple & private rather than making it a star-studded Bollywood wedding bash. Urmila looked astonishingly well in her tomato red, heavily embroidered lehenga by none other than the ace designer, Manish Malhotra.

3. Hrishita Bhatt

Asoka-famed actress, Hrishita Bhatt tied the knot with Anand Tiwari, a U.N diplomat, in a private ceremony. The actress looked stunning in the wedding in her orange lehenga designed by Preeti Singhal that can be a perfect Sangeet dress in summer.

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4. Geeta Basra

Geeta Basra went all desi with her wedding attire to make heads turn and capture hearts. She wore a traditional red lehenga with gold embroidery designed by Archana Kochhar. If traditional is something that always fascinates you, your Sangeet cannot go without a dress just like Geeta’s!

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5. Karishma Kapoor

Karishma Kapoor chose to wear a pink lehenga at her wedding. Her elegant colour selection made her wedding day outfit look outstanding. It was also designed by the famous Manish Malhotra. This colour can go perfectly well for a spring wedding.

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6. Dia Mirza

This Bollywood actress tied the knot with filmmaker Sahil Sangha in 2014. She experimented with her looks and tried an entirely different colour on her wedding day. Instead of going bright, she went for green and beige sharara designed by Ritu Kumar. If you too want to try something new, steal this idea.

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7. Aamna Sharif

Amna Sharif looked mesmerising in the combination of red, orange and gold on her wedding day. The elegant traditional getup designed by none other than Sabyasachi looks like a dream.

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8. Gul Panag

Gul Panag had a traditional Sikh wedding in Gurudwara and she decided to go for pink lehenga designed by JJ Valaya. If you are stealing this look, don’t forget to put the aviators on for a killer bride-to-be look!

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9. Mira Rajput Kapoor

Mira’s soft pink Anamika Khanna lehenga along with its diaphanous dupatta can be an ideal choice for your sangeet too.

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10. Asin Thotukamal

The famous south Indian actress went for Sabyasachi lehenga in golden beige and a heavy border. Needless to say, it made her look stunningly beautiful.

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11. Amrita Puri

Amrita Puri also went for Sabhysachi for her bridal wear. Her wedding attire was in the limelight because it was made from one hundred and eleven colours of silk thread. This heavy silk sequined lehenga is indeed steal-worthy, we think.

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12. Bipasha Basu

Bengali beauty Bipasha Basu tied the knot with Karan Singh Grover. She wore a red lehenga designed by Sabyasachi.

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13. Soha Ali Khan Pataudi

Take inspiration from the Pataudi princess who, in her bridal wear, created a magic by wearing an orange & golden lehenga for her D-Day.

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14. Kareen Kapoor

She’s given us enough goals to work on, hasn’t she! Here are our top three favourites from her wedding.

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15. Pia Sodhi

Nafisa Ali Sodhi’s daughter Pia Sodhi got married to Kshitij Khemka. She went in for Sabyasachi as well with a beautiful pale blue lehenga in Indo-Victorian pattern.

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16. Nishka Lulla

The daughter of famous designer Neeta Lulla got hitched with her long-term boyfriend DhruvMehra. The designer’s daughter looked gorgeous in bright pink lehenga with gold embroidery.

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17. Ridhi Mehra

Designer Ridhi Mehra went for Sabyasachi Collection with a dreamy pink lehenga.

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18. Kresha Bajaj

Designer Kresha Bajaj decided to carve her and her fiancé Vanraj Zaveri’s love story in her gold and ivory lehenga.

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19. Aparna Chandra

Designer Aparna Chandra wore pink Lehanga on her wedding day, but it was the signature Manish Arora multi-coloured which she wore on her mehndi ceremony that caught all the attention.

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No matter if it’s the original designer or celebrity-inspired lehangas, we hope that you look the best in whatever you wear and make the most of your D day! We wish you a happy life ahead.

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Now that you’ve decided to have a destination wedding, you’ve got to spend equal thought in deciding how you’re going to make your guests feel welcome. One way to do that is by gifting each of your guests a guest welcome kit to make them feel at home and of course, to give them any information that they may need.  Here are 6 suggestions on what to include in your guest welcome kit:

1. The Bag Itself

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Well, handing out customised tote or jute bags ensures that the bags can be reused by the guests after the wedding celebrations are over so investing in them is a good decision. However, do make sure that you speak to the hotel/resort reception desk so that each guest gets his or her own guest welcome kit on arrival. Or you could arrange to have them kept in the guest rooms before they check in.

2. Paperwork

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No, we don’t mean all those boring forms but do include your own wedding and reception invitations along with a welcome letter. Plus, since you’re having the wedding in a country, city or place which your guests haven’t yet explored (or maybe they have!), do include a list of fun things they can do while they’re here by including famous sightseeing spots and shopping haunts. It helps guests feel at home.

3. Toiletries

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We know what you’re thinking- why should you gift extra toiletries when the hotel will have them anyways. But consider this- let’s assume you plan on a beach wedding. A few useful toiletries you could then include are moisturising lotion, lip balm, sun tan lotion, mosquito or bug spray and even a big bottle of shampoo and conditioner.

4. A Sweet Something

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Who doesn’t love nibbling into a sweet something? Go for a pack of macaroons, handmade biscuits or even delish dark chocolate. We suggest going with a dessert that won’t melt so unless your planning is that fool proof, we would suggest skipping those butter icing cupcakes. A note in your handwriting will make each bite sweeter.

5. A Salty Something

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Crisps, chips and anything that involves loud munching is more than welcome. Of course, you do not have to opt for only fried snacks- you could always choose a heathy assortment of nuts, seeds or crackers as well. Our suggestion is to include a treat that is your personal favourite and which you know your guests would enjoy.

6. A Themed Gift

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Here’s where the fun really lies. Your destination wedding will have a theme that plays out in the wedding décor and venue. The best way to let guests know what the theme of your wedding is, is by giving them a gift that matches the theme. For example, for a beach wedding, you could gift seashell candles, nautical bottle opener, a flip flop bottle opener or even a magnet featuring a beer mug. You can bet that your guests will use your thank you favours long after the wedding celebrations are over.

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Happy Monday peeps! We hope you had  a great Holi weekend! If you are still in the festival mood, we have a real treat for you, for today’s real wedding is nothing short of a festival. You will get to see some vibrant colours, lovely lehengas and not to mention some real ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge’ style prewedding/wedding pics.The beautiful pics have been captured by Vision One Studios. So here goes- Gagan and Param Dahliwal’s beautiful Sikh wedding…

Wish to get featured on our blog, Facebook and Instagram? Then mail in those gorgeous wedding/prewedding photos to us at dipa@weddingsonline.in. Also check out tons of inspirational real weddings on our blog here. To book your wedding vendors and suppliers, click this link.

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What do you get when you put Keith Sequeira and Rochelle Rao together? You get KeRo, which is the affectionate term that they have been christened with by their fans. This couple has been going strong for years and got engaged on Valentine’s Day last year. We say that couples can really learn a thing or two from the way these lovebirds have handled their relationship beautifully. Rumour has it that Keith actually tried to propose to Rochelle not less than three times, which itself speaks volumes about his love for her.

Here are some pics from their gorgeous beach wedding….

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You might have spotted KeRo on Big Boss and while Keith is a well-known VJ and model, Rochelle too has earned her spot in the limelight by winning the Femina Miss India International in 2012.

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Here’s what we know about the wedding that just took place on March 4, 2018 (Sunday). They had a lovely beach wedding surrounded by friends and family, at Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu. While Rochelle wore a gorgeous white gown, Keith looked dashing in a pink and blue suit which looked even better against the backdrop.

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We at WOL wish KeRo all the very best for an awesome adventure ahead!

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We girls love our lippies and what’s interesting to note is that makeup brands all over the world are willing to take lipstick trends to a whole new level. While we have the fashion world and dare-to-stand-out designers to thank for a whole lot of 2018 lipstick trends, we think that looking great and trendy is a piece of cake for a WOL bride. Here’s what you need to know when it comes to rocking a drop dead gorgeous look this year:

1. Glass Lips

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Er, no, you don’t have to flaunt actual glass pieces on your lips but here’s what you should know- last year was all about getting dewy fresh skin and going natural. This year, that same dew like effect has shifted to lips and it can be achieved with tons of gloss for a ‘glass’ like or reflective effect.

2. Nude Look

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So, the nude look was trending in such a big way this year- now you see makeup, now you don’t kind of a thing. And what’s surprising to note is that makeup artists are actually willing to let you wear your natural lip colour. Of course there’s lipstick added as well, but it isn’t dabbed all over and is applied in just a few spots. The effect is awesome.

3. Metallic Shades

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One of the hottest lipstick trends this year that’s still going strong from last year is metallic shades worn with just the right amount of shimmer and glimmer. When you’re wearing shades like copper and bronze which suit a wide range of skin tones, you know that your look is going to be anything but mundane.

4. Cupid’s Bow

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Did you know that the bow like curve on your upper lip is actually called the Cupid’s Bow? A lipstick trend that was noticed on runaways was models wearing dark lipstick with just a hint of colour on the cupid’s bow which of course gave a whole new meaning to the word ‘Wow’. We recommend trying hints of glitter and just make sure that this highlighted shade is at least one tone lighter than your lipstick.

5. Red Is In

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Would you believe it if we told you that there’s a shade of red to suit any skin tone? We bet you thought that red was a colour that could only look good on fairer skin tones. Well, we say that when it comes to looking a class apart, there’s nothing that spells power like the shade red. Wear it on your wedding day or even for a pre- wedding shoot, but you’ll love the way you feel.

6. Peach Rocks

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An evening do is just the right occasion to wear peach on your lips and if you want to, you can keep the entire made up look appear mild and classy by opting for peach blush on your cheeks as well. For added monochromatic appeal, buy yourself a peach matted lipstick now.

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On the occasion of International Women’s Day, we are featuring 10 of our extraordinary women wedding professionals who have carved a name for themselves in their respective fields. These self-made women are truly a source of amazing inspiration for several budding wedding photographers, wedding planners and bridal makeup artists. Check out their portfolios and book them for your wedding day!

Sonal Dalmia (ClicksUnlimited)

With more than 5 years of experience in the field of wedding photography, Sonal and her team promise to give you memorable wedding pictures that are worth every penny you spend. For hassle free wedding and pre-wedding photography, contact Sonal Dalmia here.

Noureen Morani (Cineyug Celebrations)

Young and inspirational Noureen Morani is head of the event planning company Cineyug Celebrations. With a degree in Fashion Merchandising from USA, Noureen has a passion for weddings and a slight obsession with details and precision. Click here to book Noureen for your Big Day.

Shraddha Vartak (Sharp Shooters Company)

Based in Thane, this talented photographer is willing to travel all across the country to capture your wedding memories. Shraddha attributes her talent to her passion for capturing emotions. Let Shraddha’s creative eye tell your wedding story as she photographs your precious moments with complete authenticity and uniqueness. Book Shraddha for your Big Day by clicking this link.

Kajol R Paswwan (Makeup Artist in Mumbai)

Kajol has years and years of experience in the field of makeup. She also has an academy for training budding makeup artists. Kajol specializes in high definition makeup that leaves brides looking natural yet flawless. Want a head-turning makeover for your wedding day? Then Kajol is the makeup artist for you! Click here to check Kajol’s availability for your wedding.

Deepika Dhambeer (Soul Beauty Makeup by Deepika)

Deepika heads Soul Beauty, a team of highly sought after wedding makeup professionals in Mumbai. As the name suggests, you can expect a “soulful look” when you book Deepika for your wedding!

Sabah Malgi (Sabah Malgi Makeup Artist)

This one-woman army is the perfect wedding makeup artist for brides who do not want a team of professionals around them on their wedding day! Mumbai based Sabah has beautified hundreds of brides in a short span of time and her clientele continues to grow! Click here to book Sabah for a flawless wedding look.

Yashika Chowdhary (Yashika’s Artistry)

Yashika is a self-made makeup artist who quit her well paying marketing job to pursue a career she was passionate about. This Pune based makeup professional has transformed thousands of brides. She specializes in airbrush makeup that assures a flawless bridal look. To check Yashika’s availability for your wedding dates, click here.

Shwetha Raju (Hair & Makeup Artist Shwetha Raju)

Shwetha Raju is a huge name in the field of professional makeup and that is evident from her impressive portfolio. Apart from bridal makeup, this Bangalore makeup artist is also well versed in celebrity, airbrush and HD makeup techniques. She has been featured in many publications including the Bangalore times. Book this award winning wedding makeup professional by clicking this link.

Sukanya Manerikar (Makeovers by Sukanya)

Sukanya has been featured on NDTV Goodtimes and Yaari Dosti Shaadi for destination weddings in Goa. This Mumbai based artist has trained from Bollywood Makeup Guru Marie Ann Beck. Sukanya and her team mates are willing to travel across India to give you a complete makeover for your wedding functions. Contact them here.

Shruti (Octopus Film)

Delhi based Shruti is the head of Octopus Film- a wedding photography team that believes in “connecting emotionally” with their clients. After all; what better way than that for perfect wedding day photos? To learn more about Shruti and Octopus Film click here.

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Somebody once remarked that Indian weddings seem to be more about the guest’s experience than about the bride and groom. While this statement may be exaggerated, it’s not entirely wrong either. After all, no Indian wants his guests to walk away unsatisfied with the manner in which the ceremony was conducted and most importantly, no guest should walk away dissatisfied at the spread of food laid out either.

So what have you? Indian weddings where not less than 100 dishes are served are the norm in many cultures across India, but the amount of food that goes wasted is just as huge too. So how can you curb your wedding food costs? We take a look at 9 ways to bring down your caterer bill:

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1. Tone down the menu

First decide between serving a number of courses vs serving a variety of cuisines. There’s a difference between both and you’ll find that serving everything from appetizers to after dessert coffee is likely to be more expensive.

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2.Eliminate the fancy stuff

Do away with the frills. And by that we mean, say no to that all tempting cheese platter, ice-cold seafood bar, exotic desserts and other fancy sounding bites. You’ll be doing your wallet a favour.

3. Re-consider your non-veg options

Assuming you plan to serve non-veg, considering poultry and other varieties of meat will prove to be a money saver vis-a-vis serving only seafood.

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4. Treat your guests to seasonal produce.

For example, jackfruit in Kerala is a seasonal fruit and any dessert made using jackfruit will be better appreciated than the usual crowd favourites.

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5. Live food counters

Another brilliant way to cut down wedding food costs is by having live food counters. This way the guests get to choose what they really want and waste is minimal.6)Don’t be afraid to go with desi fare. Samosa chaats, paani-puri, sandwiches, spicy peanuts and the like are much loved favourites and help to cut down wedding food costs too.

7. Bite sized treats

It’s said that guests feast with the eyes first before actually tasting the food. Which could explain why we naturally pick out food that’s been served beautifully. Talk to your caterer about plating any food that is going to be served in bite size or mini portions more aesthetically.

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8. Cut down on the liquor

So, you’ve decided to really let your guests enjoy themselves by keeping the bar open. Instead of having a wide range of liquor served, how about going with just two signature cocktails? Feature the groom’s and the bride’s favourite drinks and we guarantee your guests will love it.

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9. Go easy on the desserts

Who doesn’t like desserts? But when there’s a whole mind-boggling selection on display, sampling everything becomes impossible. Have a maximum of 4 desserts which can be served to guests in mini portion sizes so that there is zero wastage.

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Nonstop entertainment was the theme at Gunjan and Gurjot’s Sikh wedding celebration. The events started with a glamorous Mehendi ceremony followed by the Cocktail/Roka/Engagement ceremony. Countless dress changes show us the beautiful bride’s exquisite taste. It was truly a memorable experience for all those who attended the events, we are sure. So without further delay, check out these pics and get inspired! Special thanks to sister of the bride, model Simar Walia for sharing these gorgeous photos with WOL.

Bride and Groom

Gunjan and Gurjot

Venue

Nandi Greens, New Delhi

Mehendi

Gunjan’s outfit Aza

Groom’s outfit Shantanu and Nikhil

Cocktail/Ring Ceremony

Venue: ITC Maurya

Dresses: Bani Batra

Wedding Venue

Nandi Greens

Bride’s outfit-Sabyasachi

Makeup and Hair- Misha Vij

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Gulzar Sethi is a big name in the field of wedding photography. He has the unique ability of applying a photojournalistic style of shooting with a dash of glamour and fashion all mixed in together with traditional portraiture for a good measure. weddingsonline India interviewed this talented photographer recently. Here is the complete interview:

1) Tell us a bit about yourself. How did you start in the field of photography?

2) Do you shoot film or digital or both?

3) Describe your wedding photography style in 6 adjectives.

4) What do you love most about shooting Indian weddings?

5) How do you put camera-shy couples at ease? 

Firstly guys, the camera is not scary even though it shoots Hahaha!! We have met many couples who are “Camera-Shy” and the main reason for that is the lack of familiarity of being in front of a camera in the presence of a team of photographers. Lets face it, all of us have faced the camera when we take a selfie, But shall I tell you a secret? A camera-shy couple usually ends up with some of the most stunning shots and that is because they have found solace within themselves and with each other in that moment. However, the process of getting to that “zone” shall always be a well guarded secret!

6) Who/what keeps you inspired?

My last shoot gives me a lot of inspiration because I know that the next one has to supersede the last one and my mind works towards creating something I have not done in the past.  Apart from that, GulzarSethi Photography Creative Director, Urvashi is a source of inspiration not only for me but the entire team. She is a butterfly who is always fluttering around. Her creative and crazy ideas are always driving us to deliver better.

7) Is there a dream location you’d like to shoot at?

Himalayas!!! Any day. I have been a biker and roamed the lonely roads with my bullet for company. Whist riding I have created scenes, sets, frames in my mind and I would love to have a fusion of the traditions of the hills meet the fast paced city couple. I am the sort of person who likes to get to the location and see how can I show it in the best/creative way possible way.

8) Tell us a bit about a challenging wedding you have covered. What made it so?

I am a wedding photographer guys, and challenge is literally my middle name. LOL! I don’t think I can say that one specific wedding was a challenge but rather that each wedding brings along challenges in some way or the other. A while ago, we shot a Royal wedding, the biggest challenge there being shooting so discreetly that we practically went unnoticed. See, here is an Indian wedding which did not have posed shots. At another instance, we shot a wedding in Pondicherry, where the bride who was a tom-boy by nature wanted to look elegant and graceful for her wedding images. Now, as a photographer there is just so much I can do, but how do I change someones personality? Ironically, even today her images are amongst the most popular shots that we have created. So wedding photography and its challenges cannot be summed up to just one wedding or one bride but the challenges are thrown at us in different ways and each rather different from the other.

9) Please give our readers a tip or two about choosing their wedding photographer?

 This is a frequently asked question and there are a number of factors a couple getting married must consider whilst choosing a wedding photographer. First and foremost, go through all their socials. This will give you an idea of their style of photography and also help you narrow down the ones whose style you like. Secondly, discuss in-depth about your events, how you see the final output and let them give their inputs as well. Remember, Connect is vital when choosing a Wedding Photographer because you are giving him/her the responsibility to freeze moments which you shall cherish a lifetime.

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We love all kinds of weddings but every once in a while, we receive one that simply takes our breath away. Today we have received one such story that fits that category of celebrations. Zubin and Aashna had an opulent, royal wedding at the Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur and they left absolutely no stone unturned. From shuttling guests in vintage cars to flying them in in specially decorated jets; this wedding was truly fit for a Maharaja and his Maharani! Enjoy the pics!

Bride and Groom

Aashna Verma and Zubin Mehta

How they met

Zubin and Aashna met several times in Mumbai and Delhi before Zubin planned a romantic proposal at the Maldives Taj Exotica. Here are some of the couple’s gorgeous prewedding pics from Maldives…

Wedding Functions

The wedding was a 3-day grand affair that started with a roka or engagement ceremony at Taj Land’s End. Guests were specially flown in jets personalised for the events and were put up at various grand properties in and around Jodhpur such as Umaid Palace, Ajit Bhawan, Hari Mahal by Taj, Raas Hotels, Radisson Green & Mariott. They were also shuttled around in vintage cars! Guests also got to enjoy a Masquerade ball, a poolside party, a Symphony of Souls Sangeet etc.

Wedding Planners

The creative team from Yolo Entertainment and Weddings handled everything from the roka to the reception. Here’s what Natasha Mehta, the groom’s sister, had to say about them: ” We couldn’t have asked for a better 3 day extravaganza for my brother ..I loved every minute of it! The best part is that they ensured that every event flowed seamlessly and as planned from the onset so we could relax and enjoy the celebrations!”

Venue

Apart from Umaid Palace and Taj Land End, the family also booked Jade Gardens and Mehranghar Fort.

Entertainment

Talents such as Paris House Addict, Julia Bliss, Djembe drummers, musical rock- star Guru Randhawa, Dj Aman Nagpal & his band, Suryaveer Hooja, Silver Strings band and DJ AJ all lit up various functions with their outstanding performances. There were fireworks by Azan Morani from Morani Fireworks.
Each function had a distinct theme and décor.

Wedding Photography

Ram Bherwani Weddings

Food

The food also had a theme specially curated by chefs from across all Taj Hotels in India.

All images via Ram Bherwani Weddings.

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Full names of bride and groom

Tanvee Dugar & Kapil Daga 

We met

In the City of Joy, Kolkata

Our proposal

Marriages are made in heaven and proposals are an expression of true love. Kapil popped the question by going down on his knee with a rose in one hand. The special part of the proposal were the  magical words he uttered-leaving me with no choice but to say yes!

My dress

I bought my dress from Kimaya Botique (Kolkata).I wore tons of diamonds since I believe Diamonds are forever.

My hair and make up

I got my make-up done by Mrs. Seema Saraf from Jaipur. She is a national award winner in bridal makeup and I think she did a great job! I asked her to focus mainly on eye-makeup which she did.

His suit

Manish Creations (Kolkata)

We chose our photographer because… 

School friends are the best to capture your favourite moments. So I chose Dream Wedding Photography Kolkata as our wedding photographer for the most special day of our lives. He executed the job perfectly being young, talented and creative whilst having his dad’s guidance as well.

We chose our venue because… 

We decided to have a palatial themed wedding and went back to our native village to celebrate this most special moment. My parents decided upon the Kuber Palace, Saradarshahar, Rajasthan as our wedding venue. This became even more special since Kapil’s grandfather had tied the knot there and ours would be a wedding nearly 52 years after his!

My piece of advice for other brides… 

Keep yourself calm and fit. Drink lots of water and do try to enjoy each and every ritual. Mark my words-you will cherish those moments and feelings all your life!

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Shriya Saran is a very familiar name in the film industry down South and has her feet firmly planted across the Southern states. Rumours of a wedding just around the corner had been doing the rounds for some time now, but the gorgeous actress always said that she would let the world know when wedding bells were due to ring for her.

Well, it’s finally happened! The pretty actress and her Russian boyfriend Andrei Koscheev officially said ‘I Do’ in Udaipur on March 19 and got to enjoy a dream wedding. For starters, there was a traditional sangeet ceremony, engagement ceremony and a Holi party followed by an auspicious wedding ceremony that was attended by close family and friends.  Here’s what we know about all the celebrations that took place:

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First there was a haldi ceremony held on March 18, followed by a noisy colour filled Holi party. We bet Shriya enjoyed letting her hair down with all her guests.

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The party didn’t end there. In the evening there was an awesome sangeet held with plenty of singing and dancing. A formal engagement ceremony was held on Monday afternoon attended by just the family members.

Image courtesy E Paper Now

In the evening, the pre wedding ceremony commenced with the arrival of the baraat where beau Andrei looks dashing in a deep blue bandhgala. Shriya too looks lovely in a red lehenga complete with traditional Indian jewellery and the ceremony was performed in accordance with Hindu rites. This was of course followed by a wedding reception which saw only two Bollywood celebrities in attendance.

Love truly rules and what touched our hearts was Andrei reciting a Hindi poem to the love of his life. Here’s wishing the couple an amazing life ahead!

Image courtesy Deccan Chronicle

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Cuteness Alert! We have a gorgeous twin-wedding for you today! Fashion, travel and food bloggers Aashna and Aastha got hitched in January on the same day and their wedding pics are setting some serious goals! The twins popular Instagram page The Belleame Co gives them the opportunity to meet daily for different shoots and, needless to say, that makes their bond stronger. We loved their colour coordinated outfits and matching jewelry. Check out the pics below!

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With several hundred guests in attendance, Sonakshi and Shubham celebrated their special day following several energetic prewedding events. Here are the details…

We met

Ours was an arranged match. We are both from Amritsar and must’ve met for the first time for no more than 10 minutes! But that was enough for Shubham and me to decide that we wanted to spend the rest of our lives together! I fell for his confidence and his good looks. We had a courtship of around 9 months before tying the knot in November 2018.

Our ceremony

We had a a traditional big, fat wedding complete with Choorah ceremony, Shagun, Cocktail, party for the youngsters, followed by a dhol nigh, haldi, mehendi and the final ceremony.

Suppliers

Wedding Photography

Aman Photography

Bangles ceremony

Makeup by KOHLEYESbyJO

Shubham’s outfit Vavci

My outfit Wedding Asia

Shagun

Makeup by KOHLEYESbyJO

Shubham’s outfit Vavci

My outfit Nidhi Tholia

Cocktail

Makeup by Makeup By Simran Mahant

Shubham’s outfit Vavci

My outfit Shivvika Chawla

Dhol night

Makeup by Makeup By Simran Mahant

Outfit Wedding Asia

Sun-downers mehendi

Makeup by KOHLEYESbyJO

Shubham’s outfit Vavci

My outfit Gazal Gupta Couture

Wedding

Makeup by Makeup By Simran Mahant

Shubham’s outfit Vavci

My outfit from Tarun Tahiliani

Jewelry Maliram jewelers

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Finding the ultimate bridal look for your wedding day can be a daunting task unless some inspiration is there right in front of you. But if you have already browsed through Instagram or Pinterest boards, and not found a single steal-worthy idea then look no further! These real divas of Bollywood who left us completely charmed with their wedding looks can give you the best possible wedding style ideas.

Steal Wedding Ideas from these 10 Real Brides of Bollywood

1. Aishwarya Rai

Wondering how can you steal ideas from the wedding that took place a decade ago? Well, it might be ten years already, but we are yet to get over the breathtaking beauty of that timeless golden yellow Kanjeevaram saree Aishwarya wore on her wedding day. Designed with gold threads and Swarovski crystals, steal the idea from this Neeta Lulla creation.

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2. Shilpa Shetty

Apart from her hourglass figure and the thousand-watt smile, Shilpa gave us another life goal when she got married to Raj Kundra. The red and burgundy lehenga embellished with Swarovski crystals is something to die for.

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3. Bipasha Basu

One wedding and thousands of ideas to take inspiration from. Future brides of India will be forever indebted to the Bong diva, Bipasha. It’s very difficult to pick one certain look or attire from her wedding. Starting from the pre-wedding shoot to the pure Bengali bridal wear, we are smitten by the choices she made.

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4. Anushka Sharma

You cannot talk about the real brides of Bollywood without mentioning Anushka and her wedding day. Nothing much to say here as the world already knows every minute detail of Virushka’s wedding. All you have to do is go through her wedding pictures to steal ideas for your wedding.

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5. Esha Deol

Did you know that the beautiful red and golden Neeta Lulla lehenga she wore on her wedding day was actually made by joining three Kanjeevaram sarees? Now you know how to give your wedding lehenga a perfect twist.

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6. Genelia D’souza

All the Marathi brides-to-be out there looking for bridal inspirations, here’s the one you’d love to steal. From her choice of the saree to pieces of jewellery, it just can’t get any better.

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7. Kareena Kapoor Khan

One of our favourite real brides of Bollywood, Kareena has given the brides too many options to try on their weddings. From the simple green and red suit to the traditional Nawabi sharara to the heavily-embellished maroon lehenga, we are pretty much spoilt for choices already.

8. Dia Mirza

Not a fan of bright colours or shiny pieces of jewellery? Copy the look of Dia Mirza who chose to wear an off-white and teal green lehenga by Ritu Kumar and kept her makeup to a minimum.

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9. Preity Zinta

Want to try the look of a traditional Rajasthani bride? Take a cue from the pretty lady of Bollywood, Preity Zinta who looked every bit of royal in this red bridal attire.

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10. Urmila Matondkar

This gorgeous lehenga designed by none other than Manish Malhotra is a dream for many. A creation from the designer’s The Regal Threads collection, this lehenga is made by combining Banarasi brocade with silk. Look at the soft pink dupatta to balance the heavy work on the lehenga.

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Here’s an all too common question wedding planners often get asked- what’s the best way to stop relatives from interfering with the wedding planning process? If you’re lucky to have a big family, well, the good news is that you have many more people to celebrate such a happy occasion with. On the flip side, just saying the word ‘wedding’ is enough for everyone to have an opinion on what should be done and how best to do it, without really asking for your consent. So, how do you keep wedding meddlers away?

First of all, you should understand that any relative who wants to pitch in, wants to do so because they really care for you. However, here’s another truth- wedding meddlers are the highest cause of stress for wedding planners and brides. That’s why we have 6 golden tips on how to get your way without offending anybody:

Talk To Your Fiancé

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Let’s be clear- you need backup and if the interference is coming from his side of the family, then saying ‘No’ to them is trickier. With him by your side, you can safely ask him to talk to his parents and soothe any ruffled feathers. What kind of a wedding do you both want? That should be top priority, so make sure you jot down his inputs too.

Listen to Opinions

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We only asked you to listen, not to put everything you hear into actual practice. When you’ve got a bua who claims to have planned more than 20 weddings for others and who is more than happy to share her million dollar ideas with you, saying a flat ‘No’ will hurt and is disrespectful. There’s no harm in taking everyone’s inputs so that everybody feels important.

Involve Your Wedding Planner

Image courtesy Amita & Suraaj Photography

In most families, the minute a professional wedding planner steps in, most wedding meddlers step out. Make sure that your closest circle are clued in to all the meetings that you have with the wedding planner so that the most important aspects of the weddings aren’t kept a total secret. Most communities have certain customs which must be followed and not doing so could hurt sentiments.

The Art of Delegating

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So, ok, we agree that there are always at least two members in each family who absolutely refuse to back out, wedding planner or no. What’s the best way to deal with elders who absolutely insist on contributing in some manner? Give them a harmless duty like choosing the cake design, planning on wedding favours or making guest seating lists- this way the buck stops with you but they feel like their contribution mattered!

 Keep Secrets

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The best part about a wedding party is that you just never know what the newlywed couple have in store for the guests. It could be a first dance carefully rehearsed for weeks, a planned DJ in the house, fake snow at the entrance or even an act by a hypnotist. If you’ve planned a surprise for the crowd along with your fiancé, then we suggest keeping it all to yourself without involving the wedding meddlers.

Be Firm

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There’s a very thin line between being firm and being rude especially when it comes to dealing with the temperaments of family elders. There is absolutely no harm in letting your family know that your fiancé and you would prefer to deal with certain decisions in a particular manner that is impartial and which makes you both happy. Eventually, your happiness is what matters the most to your elders too and if what you want to say is well thought out, there’s no reason why they won’t be happy to play along!

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Lovelies: we have received a beautiful Maharashtrian wedding this week that is sure to leave you  breathless! Every little detail, be it the bride’s hair pieces to her gorgeous bindis,  is spectacularly unique and reminiscent of the Peshwai era. Bride Neerja and her dashing groom Kush indeed had a royal, culture-rich celebration fit for the Peshwas! Every image taken by Wedding Leaves Photography has love pouring out of it! So get inspired with this bespoke, colour coordinated wedding to style your own unparalleled celebration.

Bride– Neerja Jorapur

Groom-Kushal Deshpande

MUA: Rutuja Jadhav from Sakhi Salon

Venue: Juhu Iskon

We wish the couple a very happy married life ahead. Send in your pics for publication on our blog to dipa@weddingsonline.in.

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