Red and gold are classic South Asian wedding colors, but can be tricky to pull off sometimes. Sonia Sharma Events put the right touches on every single detail and created a sophisticated decor palette made of rich crimsons, light golds, bronzes, and off-white flourishes. Plush velvet pillows adorned a gold sofa for Sonia and Deepak. Centerpieces made from classic blood-red roses and and bronze draping transformed the Langam Hotel in Pasadena into a reception hall fit for Indian royalty!

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Earlier today, we showcased a fantastically adorable couple—Neha and Michael and their beautiful wedding portraits at the Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg. Carrie from Simply Blue Studios also shared with us some wonderful images of their reception hall decor. Neha worked with her decorator, Pinky of Nikun Events, to create a theme that consisted of all shades of pink and purple against a white backdrop. We love how tastefully the decor was done with carefully selected florals and centerpieces with just the right amount of pizazz for the stage.

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With names such as Abhishek and Rekha, the theme for their reception was a no-brainer:  Bollywood!

Rekha:
“As we started brainstorming ideas for our Bollywood night, we decided to create movie posters with us playing the leading roles. Then came the other accessories such as the red carpet, the step and repeat and the photo booth with our personalized photo book.” Read more

With the pre-wedding cruise and official engagement ceremony at Hari Om Mandir in Chicago done, it was time for Rekha and Abhishek to party Desi-style at their Sangeet!

When Abhishek and his family first visited Esplanade Lakes, they knew from the first impression that it would have to one of the venues. Esplande Lakes is nestled in a pond and the banquet hall is unique with its circular room, floor to ceiling windows, and breathtaking view. And to dress up this beautiful space, they brought in Drish Couture to work their magic!

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Need a wedding favor that’s pretty to look at and yummy to eat? Consider a candy buffet! Amrit Dhillon-Bains of Anaïs Event Planning & Design outlines the who, what, where, when and how of choosing a candy buffet for your wedding.

Selecting: Take your favorites into account, the colors of the wedding, or the way the candies complement the dessert or wedding cake being served. Given the breadth of possibilities, plan the candy buffet in conjunction with the menu planning, reception layout and color choices. A good rule of thumb is to select coordinated candy colors for a more effective display!

Ordering: Too many is never a problem but too few will absolutely be! First, determine how many jars and types of candies you want based on your guest count, available table space etc. I recommend 7-10 (or more, depending on budget) types of candies and 15-20 pounds of each variety. A great place to find all types and colors of candy is CandyWarehouse.com.

Be Considerate: Label each jar and place within easy reach. Also take into account any special dietary considerations when preparing a candy buffet for your guests.
A few ideas: gluten-free candies, vegan/vegetarian candies, sugar-free candies, dried fruits and nuts etc.

Containers: Select glassware, crystal and other jars in varying shapes/sizes to match the theme and quality of items being used. Also remember to get scoops or tongs for each container.

Bags: Get crafty with paper lunch bags, half-mint takeout containers, clear cellophane bags etc. Personalize these items as much as you can!

Display: Mini floral arrangements spread out through the display provide wonderful accents. Also consider adding a few photographs from your times as children along the table or other fun and clever signage!

Photos: Elle Jae Weddings, Rich Frye Photography

We love Etsy’s creative artists and never tire of featuring them on The Sari-Clad Bride. This week, we found perfect non-cliche South Asian wedding cake toppers. These personalized options are just too adorable for words! Click on the images for more information on where you can get one of your own.

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Who are you?
Amrit Dhillon-Bains, owner/creative director at Anaïs Event Planning & Design.
anaisevents.com

What do you do?
We are a full service event planning and design studio.

Where are you based?
Northern California. Read more