Happy New Year Maharanis!  2010 has been filled with tons of fun on Maharani…here are some of our favorite moments….

New table ideas by Exquisite Events….X Marks the Spot!

DIY Save the Date idea by one of our favorite readers, Anar.

Tear jerking-ly gorgeous movie trailer by Memories in Motion. 

And, this SDE by Pacific Pictures.  I still can't believe they put this together the same day!

This amazing, confectionery dream Indian wedding cake.

Unveiling of the Maharani Jukebox by AVL Films

So, it's time to get.the.party.started!  And, at the stroke of midnight, nothing is a more perfect moment for an "I do!"

Wishing you love, laughter, and happily ever after in 2011! 

Indian wedding are notorious for having tons of guests fly in from all corners of the world.  This next idea takes the last Best of Maharani 2010, Indian Wedding ideas award because it gets your guests involved and provides a memorable, stylish keepsake for the bride and groom.  Love that!

When Tejel, of Ambiance by Tejel, worked her magic at Rajshri & Anthony's dynamtie Indian fusion wedding, she noticed that the couple had friends and family fly in from all over the globe. So, on each table card, they placed a small gold pin and asked all the guests to place on the map.  By the end of the evening, all the guests were mingling, the couple had a glittering map, and a keepsake for life.

Images by Janae Shields Photography

 Adorable idea, isn’t it?  I wish I had one from my wedding! I can't believe our very last post of 2010 is around the corner…see you tomorrow!

This next idea makes my head spin with excitement and my jaw drop on the floor. Prashe Décor’s floral chandelier, has REALLY knocked my heels off and left me smiling ear to ear.  Hung from the ceiling, in the middle of the dance floor, it has a vintage feel that dresses up the entire room.  And, what I particularly love is that it reminds me of an angelic halo, and every wedding guest receives its heavenly blessings.

The floral chandy is going to be a hot Indian wedding trend for 2011. More ideas on the way!

We are continuing our 2010 recap with our Best of Maharani awards today.  Unique, creative ideas that are loaded with a couple’s individual personality is really what makes a wedding memorable.  Today we are recapping our favorite Indian wedding ideas of 2010!

Let’s start at the very beginning….a very good place to start!  So, first up this adorable Save the Date by Mycaricature.com. It doesn’t matter if you are having a backyard or ballroom wedding, laughter is always a huge hit!

More awesome ideas on the way!

We are ready to announce the last winner of our Best of Maharani, Floral & Decor, and it was a very tough decision.  We had many, many, many beautiful entries this year, but it was one elegant, understated fusion Indian wedding that really took our breath away.  Sachi Sood, the owner of Partyland Flowers & Event Décor, simply nailed it with this reception. I just love this sharp, elegant black & lime green palette.  It sets a formal tone that is fun and anything but stuffy.

I know, I know, I posted SO many pictures of that little elephant.  I just think it is SO super cute!

Congratulations to the winners of the Best of Maharani, 2010 Floral & Decor : Partyland Flowers & Event Décor, 2Create Design Studio, and Heffernan Morgan.  And, a special *Tiaras Off* to Anais Events and Ethnic Essence for all the fabulous work they do!

See you all tomorrow!