A Vibrant Indian Wedding

Lisha & Boto
June 27, 2009

The vibrant color scheme that characterized this wedding was not the inspiration behind every guest's desire to join in the celebration, it was the bride and groom, who were filled with an abundance of adoration for one another and made this wedding such a joyful and special occasion. Gathered with their families and friends, Lisha and Boto attested their love with a religious ceremony held at Hitchcock Presbyterian Church in Scarsdale, NY. The reception of 330 guests, held at the Royal Regency Hotel in Yonkers, NY, was decorated in varying shades of red, burgundy, gold and coral to match the elaborate detail of the bride's and bridesmaids' traditional Indian saris.

with this ring...

instead of carrying a traditional ring pillow, we designed a tray where the bands were tied to a delicate gold ribbon that was inserted into a lavish burgundy flower



walking down the aisle
the flower girls carried a basket of petals decorated with gold-colored ribbon


welcome to the ceremony
upon entering the church, guests were greeted by a soft floral arrangement and a basket containing the stunning programs made by UMAMA in the vivid wedding colors


at the altar
an angelic garland of baby breath decorated the railing along the altar


along the aisle
each pew arrangement contained coral, pink and burgundy roses with berries and greenery all tied together against large greens by a wide golden ribbon

colorful bridal party

the 10 bridesmaids wore beautifully embellished saris in a bright coral color with a complementing rose bouquet in varying shades of oranges and pinks

the reception
tall arrangements of red and gold branches dipped in coral colored water and inserted into clear glass trumpet vases spruced up each table, votive candles in gold-toned glass holders were scattered throughout the table creating a romantic mood

the bridal bouquet
Lisha wanted to incorporate the colors of her reception attire - a maroon, orange and burgundy sari with gold embroidery - so we opted for a lively bouquet of burgundy roses and two-toned calla lilies with hints of luscious ivory roses

the sweet heart table
since the bride wanted her bouquet to be the focal point of her table, we made three small arrangements of white roses to compliment it. in order for the guest tables not to overshadow the sweetheart table, we covered it in bright colored petals and votive candles for a dreamy yet romantic effect

share your wish

the guest book, a photo book of the couple set against various picturesque locations, sat on a table covered in petals and candles. accompanying the book, a box wrapped in beautiful Indian paper was placed for any wedding cards the couple received

Photography by Alfredo Melendez of Immortalis
Stationary & Favors by UMAMA