Hello, darlings! In the enchanting ambiance of the Grand Hyatt Tampa, Crystal & Satish's wedding unfurled like a dream, blending tradition with a modern flair. Crystal, radiant in every aspect, was the centerpiece of this grand celebration. Megan Panwar's expert makeup artistry further enhanced her beauty, while Michele Renee Studio's meticulous bridal draping and expert hair design perfectly complemented the bride's elegance, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present. Additionally, Radiant Beauty Tampa's mehndi art added a touch of tradition and sophistication to Crystal's overall look. InStyle Events' meticulous planning and expert design ensured the entire day was exceptional. From start to finish, they executed every detail with precision and care, resulting in a seamless and stress-free experience. Utopian Events' exquisite arrangements were a testament to the company's artistic expertise and attention to detail. The air was filled with melodies from Tanner Johnson and beats from Awaaz Entertainment, enhancing the festive mood. Saffron Catering's delectable cuisine and A Piece of Cake's eye-catching treats delighted the senses, while Asaad Images captured timeless moments. Cheers to a beautiful wedding celebration!
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How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
Online via Shaadi! Just when I had begun to give up on dating, Satish came along and, from our first conversation, was so easy to talk to and the first guy to genuinely make me laugh out loud. My mother passed away 11 years ago, and her death anniversary is always a hard time, no matter how many years have passed. I knew he was special when he remembered the actual date of her anniversary and sent me a message that he was thinking of me that day (and this was before our first date!). I knew he was different as no one else had ever done that if I had mentioned it or just avoided the topic. From our first date to a year into marriage, I have been constantly amazed by the wonderful man he is, and I am not sure what I did in life to deserve such an amazing partner. Falling in love with him was so easy even despite being long distance, as he was everything I had been looking for and needed in life and well worth the wait! (We met when he was 38 and I was 37. We were engaged after 1 year and married 1.5 years from our first date!)
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 our vendors were wonderful! We had decided to do a destination wedding since we were getting married in February and he is from Detroit and I am from New York and chose Tampa, Florida because of the weather and the ease for our guests to travel there since it's a short plane ride away. Most of our vendors we only met on the day of our wedding as we communicated mainly through email/video chats but they were all wonderful and did an amazing job.
What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
The hotel was beautiful, but the food and decor at our reception were especially amazing!
Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
Walking down the aisle and seeing Satish at the end was definitely the biggest highlight. I think seeing our mandap and reception decor was my next favorite. Our reception decor, especially, literally made my jaw drop and came out even better than we could have imagined!
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.
We knew we wanted colors that were vibrant and would pop and so we chose pink and purple, which are also two of my favorite colors. All the flowers and decor were beautiful in the pictures/video. I had originally thought my nieces/nephews were going to do a dance for our reception but my extended family surprised us with a dance and they all did such an amazing job and we loved it!
Do you have any words of wisdom for Brides-To-Be?
Take time to enjoy the day because it will go by fast! The planning process is stressful, and something will go wrong or not as you had imagined the day, but as long as you are marrying your best friend, none of it matters at the end of the day.
A masterpiece of love, beautifully crafted leaving a legacy of memories to cherish forever.
