Once upon a time, in the vibrant swirl of lights and music at a Garba celebration in 2015, Krupa's eyes met Neel's across the dance floor. Little did they know that this chance meeting would ignite a love story filled with countless dates and adventures over the next few years. With each passing day, their connection deepened, and their bond grew stronger until Krupa knew in her heart that Neel was "the one."
Their journey reached a pinnacle on a serene morning in Aruba, a paradise where love blossomed under the Caribbean sun. Neel orchestrated a proposal straight out of a fairy tale. A secluded beach, a tipi adorned with love and care, and a picnic spread fit for royalty awaited them. As they sat together, surrounded by the whisper of palm trees and the melody of soft music, Neel took a nervous yet determined breath and knelt before Krupa, presenting a velvet box that promised forever. With tears of joy streaming down her cheeks, Krupa eagerly nodded as Neel slipped a sparkling ring onto her finger, sealing their love in that perfect moment captured forever by a discreet photographer.
Their wedding planning took them to India, where Krupa found her dream lehenga—the "French Rose Tales of Masai Lehenga" from Matsya World. It was a masterpiece adorned with Suchi Dori, Zardozi, and delicate Jaipuri mirrors, reflecting her elegance and modern bride spirit. The veil, a delicate finishing touch, seamlessly tied together tradition and contemporary style, embodying Krupa's vision of bridal perfection.
As a meticulous planner and lover of all things floral, Krupa poured her heart into creating a destination wedding to enchant their guests. Every detail reflected their love story, from elaborate floral arrangements to carefully curated decor. The beauty and romance of the occasion swept away their guests, but one moment stood out above the rest for Krupa & Neel.
Walking down the aisle as husband and wife, surrounded by the love and support of their closest friends and family, was forever etched in their hearts. As they took each step together, they reflected on their journey—filled with Garba dances, Aruba sunsets, and the promise of a future intertwined in love.
And so, Krupa & Neel's love story continues, each chapter more beautiful than the last, as they embrace the adventures of married life with hearts full of gratitude and love.
How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
We met each other at Garba in 2015. What ensued was a series of countless dates and adventures over the next couple years.
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Neel had planned the beautiful proposal during our vacation in Aruba. The morning began with a surprise— a picnic on a secluded beach, its shores kissed by gentle waves and framed by swaying palm trees. As we arrived, I was struck by the sight of a beautifully adorned tipi nestled among the palms. Inside, a picnic spread awaited us, filled with my favorite treats and a bottle of champagne chilling in a bucket of ice while Soft music filled the air. We spent time reminiscing about our six-year journey together in that serene setting.
Then, with a nervous yet determined smile, Neel knelt before me, holding a small velvet box that sparkled in the sunlight. Time seemed to stand still as he asked me, "Will you marry me?"
Overwhelmed with joy and tears welling up, I eagerly nodded. Neel slipped the ring onto my finger, and we embraced tightly, the world around us fading into the background as we savored the beautiful moment.
Neel had also arranged for a photographer to discreetly capture these memories. The soft clicks of the camera blended with the gentle music, capturing forever the beauty and deep emotions of that perfect day in Aruba.
How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
One thing I was absolutely certain about was that I wanted a pastel-colored lehenga. During our trip to India for wedding shopping, we visited numerous stores and designers, but nothing seemed quite right. It wasn't until we reached the last store that they presented the lehenga, and I instantly knew it was perfect.
My wedding lehenga, from Matsya World, is called "The French Rose Tales of Masai Lehenga." It encompassed everything I had dreamed of in a lehenga—the artistry and craftsmanship with Suchi Dori, Zardozi, and delicate Jaipuri mirrors. It was an eternal statement of elegance. My favorite aspect of the lehenga was its veil, which beautifully tied together the entire ensemble, blending tradition with contemporary style and giving the modern bride look.
What was the most enjoyable part of the planning process, and why?
Planning a destination wedding limited our options, but as a Type A bride, I relished planning every detail myself. Despite the stress, envisioning the decor was both challenging and enjoyable. With a deep love for all kinds of flowers, I was adamant about having abundant floral arrangements for each wedding event. Creating mood boards and meticulously planning the floral decor for each occasion became a passion project. After several Zoom meetings and adjustments, our vendors successfully brought my vision to life.
Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
There were countless moments that I still replay in my mind, but the most cherished of all was walking down the aisle as a married couple. At that moment, we could only feel the overwhelming love and reflect on our journey together thus far, as well as the new chapter we were embarking upon.
