Sheetal + Ravi

Sacred Traditions and Timeless Love: Sheetal & Ravi’s Wedding Story

Considerable time and care are invested in every wedding, but it's the rituals, culture, and traditions that truly breathe life into an Indian wedding. Even before the ceremony commences, the bride and groom partake in numerous rituals and traditions. Take, for instance, the mehendi ritual, where intricate designs are drawn with henna onto the bride's hands and feet. It is customary for the female members of the bride and groom's families to have mehendi patterns drawn on them before the ceremony begins, and Sheetal’s intricate designs were a breathtaking representation of that tradition.

Another popular tradition that is customary in Indian weddings is the Mandap ritual, where a beautifully adorned canopy serves as an altar and sacred space. It is decorated with vibrant colors, flowers, and customary offerings, and is where the wedding rituals take place. Once all the rituals are completed, the ceremony ends, and the couple is united and bonded as husband and wife in the presence of their parents, family, and close friends. Sheetal and Ravi decided to honor this tradition in the Grand Ballroom, commencing this ritual and becoming husband and wife surrounded by all their loved ones. 

Sheetal and Ravi's wedding beautifully exemplified these cherished customs, from the mehendi ceremony symbolizing family unity to the Mandap ritual signifying the sanctity of marriage. Their union, sealed amidst family and friends, serves as a testament to the enduring power of love and tradition. 

Vendors

Planner: Elle Loren & Co.

Photography: Angela Elise

Floral Design: Olivera Floral Design 

Band: The Masters of the Ceremony

Cake: Sweet Fix

Rentals: Paisley & Jade

Beauty: The Veil Hair and Makeup Co.

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