Shreena and Tejas Take Over The Dominican Republic With A Classic Indian Wedding

It's Monday, and we are back in New York after an unforgettable wedding weekend in sunny Dominican Republic. Shreena and Tejas hosted their guests to a five day affair in paradise. From a beach side ceremony, to the reception in a replica 16th century Mediterranean village, guests were transported to another world. 

We would like congratulate the happy couple and wish them a wonderful life ahead! Thank you for letting us be a part of your amazing celebration.

Here is a sneak peak from the masterful weekend, we can't wait to see the official photos:

Tropical Save the Date Cards

With the weather slowly warming up, it is a perfect time to get ready for an extravagant summer wedding! Check out these chic, tropical-themed Save the Date cards to add a little drop of sunshine to your special day!

Here are some of our favorites!

La Voila Beauty

Choosing the right hair and makeup artist to fit your style can be a stressful search. La Voila Beauty could be the perfect solution! They have over 50 beauty professionals at your fingertips to choose from, and they're the perfect one-stop-shop for an Indian Wedding. From hair stylists to mehendi artists to sari drapers, you can look through each artist's portfolio online to see who matches your style and book a trial. Whether it be your wedding day or attending a glamorous event, La Voila Beauty creates searching for an artist as easy as clicking a button. Check out their website today: http://www.lavoilabeauty.com/

Luxury Wedding Favors

You've booked a rock star band, hired the best caterer in town, and made sure only premium drinks are to be served to make sure all your guests will have the best time at your wedding. Why not surprise your guests with a very luxe wedding favor as a special token of appreciation. It would definitely be the cherry on top!

Here are some of our favorite luxury wedding favors to wow your guests:

Decadent Sweets from Armani Dolci

Lithophane Votive Light Lladro of the Lord Ganesha

Fragrance or small leather accessory from Hermes

Tiffany Champage Flutes

Candles from Jo Malone

Video Mapping on Wedding Cake

Over the top wedding cakes are having a moment right now, but nothing says "we got married" quite like a video cake. You get the best of both worlds, keep your guests entertained and fed all in one!

Projection mapping technology creates amazing optical illusions onto a clean, white wedding cake. The possibilities are endless! Here are some of our favorites:

Check out the amazing Disney cake that started it all!

Fragrant Flowers for Your Wedding

During one of our decor meetings, a bride asked us for suggestions on flowers which are super fragrant. Not only are flowers beautiful to look at, but they can fill your wedding with a sweet, perfumey scent. Here are some of our favorites:

Lilies, especially Stargazers

Peonies

Lilacs

Garden Roses

Lavendar

Jasmine

Penn Masala

Penn Masala, have you heard of them? We had the pleasure of having such a talented group of young men serenade the bride and groom this past weekend. They are the world's first South Asian a cappella group, founded by students at the University of Pennsylvania. Their music has been influenced by both the Western and Eastern cultures. The group recently just released their ninth studio album and also had a cameo role in the movie, Pitch Perfect 2.

Check out their amazing video below, which was the bride and groom's first dance song. It was even better live!

SJS Real Weddings: Prianca and Meelan

It was quite the wedding extravaganza this past weekend at the the Park Ridge Marriott and Rockleigh Country Club in New Jersey, for our fun-loving couple, Prianca and Meelan. It all started off with a festive Mehendi Event in the evening, where guests enjoyed psychic readings from lipstick and thumbprint readers, intricate designs from mehendi artists, and hours of dancing the night away.

The next morning, guests were welcomed into a picturesque, floral garden ceremony where our bride and groom finally tied the knot. The new Mr. and Mrs. made a spectacular exit during their vidhai in the Maybach 62.

The celebrations continued into a stunning reception with one of the most amazing dance numbers for grand entrances we have ever seen. It will truly be an unforgettable night for everyone.

We want to thank all the amazing vendors who have made this weekend perfect: Jashim Jalal Photography, Unique Visions Studio, Design House Decor, DJ Sunny Entertainment, Moghul Catering, Flawless Beauty by Pauline, Claudia from My Hair and Makeup, Juliet and the wonderful team at the Park Ridge Marriott, and Bari and the amazing team at the Rockleigh Country Club.

Water Inspired Weddings and Receptions

Spring is in full bloom and it has got us thinking of the beachy waves and sunshine. How about having a "water" inspired wedding and reception? 

Here are some of our favorite ideas for your wedding:

Spotlight on One of Our Favorite Designers: Anita Dongre

As the weather is warming up, we wanted to highlight one of our favorite designers, Anita Dongre, and her gorgeous lehengas that would be perfect for a Spring wedding. Her designs are able to showcase beautiful Indian aesthetics with a modern sensibility. 

Here are some of our top picks:

Spotlight on One of Our Favorite Designers: Tadashi Shoji

We wanted to highlight one of our favorite designers this week, Tadashi Shoji. Tadashi is known for his elegant red carpet glamour and his dresses would be perfect when attending a wedding.

Here are some of our favorites: