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Happy Friday, beauty queens! Can you believe how fast this week slipped through our fingers? It is unbelievable! We are thrilled to share Gina & Christopher's breathtaking wedding today. Eventify Management Group LLC made a cohesive vision brought to life with their expert planning and design skills through Masato Events' stunning floral and decor arrangements. The bride's beauty was enhanced by the talents of 217 Beauty By Liz Gizelle LLC for hair and makeup, creating a pretty bridal look that left everyone breathless. The intricate and elegant Mehndi designs by GK Henna added a touch of tradition and elegance to the bride's look, making her a true vision on her special day. The Sand Castle provided a beautiful reception venue that perfectly complemented the romantic and elegant atmosphere of the evening. Anish Tewari Photobooths was a hit with guests, capturing memories the couple will treasure for years. DJ USA kept the energy high and the dance floor packed throughout the night. And the catering by Sand Castle was exceptional, with mouth-watering cuisine and impeccable service that satisfied everyone. Studio KSD captured the essence of the day with stunningly beautiful visuals that will cherish forever. Their skilled photographers and cinematographers were able to tell the story of the couple's special day emotionally and artistically. From the romantic first look to the joyous celebration with family and friends, they captured every special moment with great attention to detail and creativity. The result was a collection of photographs and a film that was breathtaking. The couple can now relive the magic of their wedding day through the stunning visuals they created. Their exceptional work captured this unforgettable occasion's love, joy, and beauty. Check out the gallery for more details about this lovely wedding!

This lovely wedding was such a pleasure to see. I enjoyed every minute of it! See you tomorrow.

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Good morning, Maharanis! It is reel day, and we are delighted to release the beautiful highlight video of Nija and Ketan's elegant nuptials in New Jersey. The pair asked Studio KSD to capture and film their best wedding moments, and the stunning visuals are pure magic! I am sure this film will take your breath away. Indian culture and festivities came together at The Merion, and their unique Skylight Ballroom was the setting for their grand ceremony. Natural light bathed the wedding rituals thanks to the majestic glass dome that crowned the open round mandap created by All Event Decorators. After the I do's, Nija and Ketan concluded their wedding celebrations with an upscale reception party enlivened by DJ BK from Luxe Event Group from Luxe Event Group, during which their dearest and nearest took the mic and delivered touching toasts and speeches for the newlyweds! EC Spin 360 entertained the guests and created memories with a 360 selfie booth while Mr. Paanwala provided a delicious Paan station for the partygoers! I absolutely adore the couple's fashion. Nija was the ultimate Maharani thanks to the glam touch of Beauty by Jasbina and Mehndi artists Aneeta Nashad. She flaunted a show-stopping floral ensemble and opted for an elegant white lehenga with sparkly work for her final event. While Ketan also went for a white-off Sherwani suit that he completed with a mint scarf for the ceremony and looked sharp in a tuxedo from Nazranaa at the reception. The entire soiree was planned without a worry, thanks to Posh Kreations, who created a personalized celebration and masterfully executed all the details from start to end! Check the reel below and let Nija and Ketan's film inspire your wedding day!

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
We met the new traditional way. Ketan actually knew I was the one first and told me so during one of our first dates. From the very beginning, we just “clicked” and on our first date, we talked for literal hours! He’s always so open, honest, and steady! I knew he was the one because of how safe and comfortable he made me feel. I can be as goofy as I want and he’s right there with me!
Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
It was during the pandemic, so he told me to dress up and come over for a dinner. Smart move because I had been WFH and my normal attire would have been leggings and a sweatshirt! When I came over, he took me out to the back patio and it was so beautifully decorated with candles and flower petals everywhere! My favorite song was playing too when we walked out and our closest friends and family were hiding on the side. After he proposed, they all shouted congratulations and we had champagne and celebrated from a distance since it was early in the pandemic. It was such a wonderful moment and one that I will cherish forever!
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.
We got married at The Merion in the skylight ballroom! I have loved that ballroom since I was a guest at a wedding there many years ago and always had it in the back of my mind. Ketan and I went to go see it and he instantly fell in love with it too! Once that was finalized, our decor and clothing all revolved around that. I knew I wanted an outdoor rose garden theme for the wedding to complement the beautiful dome in the ballroom. For the evening, I always envisioned an elegant black tie cocktail theme and we added greenery and candles to tie in both the wedding and reception together. Our decorator did such an amazing job with both!
How did you select your bridal lengha or wedding dress? Did you have a favorite color in mind?
I knew from the beginning that I didn’t want a traditional red dress. Since we were having a rose garden theme wedding, I wanted something that would complement it. We found my dress at the last shop and it was perfect! White with all the spring/summer floral colors. We decided to coordinate both families' outfits, with my family in light pink and Ketan’s family in light green. So many guests complimented us on how well the coordination was and how beautiful the whole family looked together!

Maharanis! We unveiled Nija and Ketan's wedding photos in our Main Blog not long ago! Just click here to peruse this charming fête.

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Shreya and Rishil planned their wedding as a meaningful event, a tre fête not easy to forget!  See how their vision came to life in our Platinum Guide Blog. 

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After dating long-distance for over six years, Jasmin and Aakash finally have their happily ever after! The duo's luxe-filled big day was the culmination of their love story. So, after delaying their 2020 wedding, they finally sent out the invites expertly created by The Royal Collection to make it happen almost a year later! With the help of one of the best wedding professionals Urvashi Mishra Wedding Planner, they threw their luxe celebration at the legendary The Legacy Castle. The lavish interiors were the setting for their beautiful ceremony and accommodated their vast guest list for their elegant reception. Jasmin and Aakash decided to see each other before the ceremony. Their first look came as Aakash dropped thousands of rose petals from a helicopter (Yes, a HELICOPTER!) during the baraat procession! He also chartered a fleet of luxury cars provided by Monaco Exotics for his groomsmen could enter the ceremony in big style. This baraat really had us hooked! Maharani Jasmin was breathtaking and turned heads as she walked down the aisle! I love how she finished the look with exquisite jewelry that included a lovely Kaleera design and flawless hair and makeup by Cinderella Bridez! They promised each other forever under a dramatic floral mandap and later danced the night away with their closest friends and family in a gorgeous extravaganza thanks to Elegant Affairs. They created a natural and serene setting with cherry blossom trees, magnificent floral arrangements, and candlelights. When they look back on their wedding day images, this two will know it was everything they wanted and will evoke all the emotions lived. Thankfully, fine art photo artist Ivash Photography captured this luxe bash with a candid or natural approach so Jasmin and Aakash could cheerish themforever. Please visit our full gallery and take a peek at every shot. 

How did you meet your Groom and when did you know he was "the one"?
We were in a long distance relationship for 6 years. He was in California and I was in New Jersey. We had a 3 hour time difference. However he put in a lot of effort coming to see me every few months. In total we've taken over 40 flights, spent over 400 hours flying and travelled over 40,000 miles. I knew he was the way when I saw how he cared for his family and then eventually mine. He's very self sacrificing and family means the world to him. I knew one day I could easily build a family with him since we both have the same priorities in life. He exudes confidence and navigates through the most difficult situations with ease. He's levelheaded and maintains a strong positive mindset. As corny as it sounds, it sometimes feels like he's a prince out of a fairytale movie because he's got a solution for anything and everything in life! He doesn't give up easy in life so I knew he would never give up on our relationship no matter the distance and difficulties.

Share the scoop on your Proposal Story!
Aakash and I wanted to go on a family vacation so both sides of the family can get to know one another even better and make lifelong memories. I knew the plan was to rent a yacht and spend a day at Sea in Mexico. What I did not know was that he planned on proposing to me on that yacht. We were doing a family photoshoot on the yacht and somehow he managed to trick me into believing we're going to do solo shots. So I waited by the edge of the yacht facing the Sea and when I turned out he was on his knees with a ring. I will never forget that moment. He's someone who you'll never see cry in a lifetime, hardly shows a vulnerable soft side to anyone and that day when he proposed he shed a few tears trying to explain how much I mean to him. Some moments in life you just can't put into words. Would love to share those photos if needed!

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.
We started planning the wedding in 2019 and originally did most of the shopping in India and set the wedding date in June 2020. However the pandemic happened in March 2020 and from there on, our wedding kept getting rescheduled multiple times. We came up with new dates several times and finally set on Monday July 26 2021. So much time went by from when we bought out wedding clothes in 2019 so I purchased all wedding outfits all over again from New Jersey. I still have original wedding lehenga that I never wore. Who knows I'll use for a vow renewal haha. But a lot of the vendors and venues were getting booked up so we had to settle for a Monday wedding. Our wedding Planner Urvashi made sure we had the best team of decorators, caterers, DJs, make up working with us. Every category she ensured it was the best choice for us.

What did your guests particularly love about your Wedding?
Everyone loved that Aakash being a groom personally oversaw everything at the wedding, he checked in with everyone personally to make sure they're enjoying the occasion. Everyone loved the fleet of luxury cars Aakash got all his groomsmen to drive in for his baraat and loved his entry in a helicopter!

Was there a really special moment in your wedding that constantly replays in your mind?
When I got ready as a bride and walked into the terrace of Legacy Castle, I heard the helicopter sound and my heart started beating fast. I knew it was him but what I did not was that he was going to shower us with roses. I always replay the moment of looking at the sky, with roses falling from above and the sound of his helicopter. Felt like a Bollywood movie. 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.From my proposal in Mexico, to the pre wedding shoot in Death Valley Dessert in California to the wedding shopping in India & New Jersey to the bridesmaids proposal in NYC and finally to the wedding in Legacy Castle, New Jersey we've made memories all! I loved that we were able to customize our wedding outfits with our names engraved my wedding veil and Aakash's sherwani sleeve.

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Maharanis fusion weddings are becoming increasingly popular, and Pat Robinson Photography had the honor of documenting one of these charming and unique unions. Shivani and Matt's wedding images in Pennsylvania show how these two beautifully blended their cultures and families! Designed flawlessly by Karma Events, this union was indeed one for the books! The team executed a series of successful functions that included a vibrant Sangeet celebration to kick off the wedding spree the night before the ceremony. It featured unforgettable dances, biscuits, and a shimmering backdrop to die for! On August 13th, 2022, Shivani and Matt simultaneously honored their roots and families with a lovely Hindu and Western ceremony at the elegant Springfield Country Club. This location provided an enchanting atmosphere, while the extraordinary mandap design by House of Dipali added natural whimsy by combining large bright blooms and wood columns. The lovebird's outfits echoed their good taste and style! Matt appealed to his inner Raja by wearing a stylish blue Sherwani with golden trousers. At the same time, Maharani Shivani was looking forward to making a statement, and she did, thanks to the bespoke hair and makeup looks leading beauty expert Bella Angel created for her. Shivani looked flawless and elegant for her ceremony, and I love how she tried something other than traditional wedding lehenga colors for her reception. You can never go wrong with an all-white ensemble! Once again, the talented House of Dipali created an opulent and striking scenery for their last event. While Master Baker completed the decor, making a gracefull football themed four-tier confection to enjoy with their dearest and nearest. The amount of lovely personalized details, colors, and styles left us stounded and glowing with joy! Click here to see more of this beautiful fusion celebration captured by Pat Robinson Photography. 

Don't forget to check out the awesome photos of another unforgettable in our next blog! See you on Monday, ladies! 

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