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Modern Indian Wedding in Fiji

December 22, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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Prepare yourself, because these images from Denushi and Arun’s wedding in Fiji are about to take your breath away. Photographers Lover of Mine brilliantly captured the vibrant colors of their ceremony at  The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa and wedding day fashion. Additionally, the couple says their photographers provided incredible emotional support throughout the three-day celebration. It’s clear from the post-wedding portraits that they all became intimate friends, as Denushi and Arun appear entirely comfortable and full of bliss as they explored the grassy mountainside at sunset.

The Couple:

Denushi and Arun

The Wedding:

The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa, Fiji

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Our favourite moment from our wedding day was when we saw each other for the very first time. We were both so nervous and excited at the same time. It was hard to believe that after a two year engagement, our day had finally arrived.

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We really loved the natural beauty of our wedding venue and didn’t want to over decorate this space so we opted for a more understated look. We added a few decorative and personal touches here and there to complement the natural beauty of our surroundings.

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As a couple, we have Fiji-Indian (Dee) and Sri Lankan (Arun) heritage, culture and traditions. From the beginning, we definitely wanted to have a modern Indian wedding. Indian weddings are big, bold, loud, and colourful. It’s all about family, friends, food, music, and dance. Our inspiration for our overall wedding was modern Indian and a bit of east meets west.

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Words cannot describe how amazingly talented our photographers are! We feel so blessed to have found Anthony and Kim and appreciate all of their support, professionalism, upbeat energy and hard work during our wedding day. Indian weddings can be very demanding at times (both, physically and emotionally). Arun and I couldn’t have gotten through the days without their constant support, patience, dedication, and laughter. Honestly, we still have family and friends who say to us, “your photographers….wow!” They are both absolute LEGENDS.

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The Wedding Team:

Photography – Lover of Mine
Ceremony Venue – The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa
Reception Venue – Sheraton Fiji Resort
Ceremony Decor – Dreamz Wedding Planner
Reception Decor – Grace Creations
Catering – Sheraton Fiji Resort
Cake Topper – Goose Grease
DJ – Ranjit Raju
Reception Entertainment – Manakilagi Cultural Group
Videography – Ranjit Raju
Invitations – Indian Wedding Card
Hair & Makeup Artist – Totoka Hair & Makeup Fiji
Henna Artist – Falguni Bulsara
Wedding Dress – Asopalav
Bridal Accessories – Kushals Fashion Jewelry
Floral Hair Accessory – Tadra Flowers and Weddings
Groom’s Wedding Suit – Manyavar
Groom’s Reception Suit – The Raymond Shop
Rings – Anthony’s Fine Jewelry
Bollywood Dance Classes – Dance Masala

 

Congratulations to Denushi and Arun on their wedding in Fiji, and a special thanks to Lover of Mine for giving Junebug a glimpse into their three-day celebration! For more Indian wedding inspiration, check out Arivana and Mason’s 1920s-inspired Chicago wedding at Germania Place.

xoxoNicole

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Cozy Anniversary Photo Shoot at Mount Tamalpais

December 22, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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To celebrate their anniversary, Spencer and Alex ventured up Mount Tamalpais with Dustin Cantrell Photography for a romantic photo shoot. The couple looked cozy in their jackets and flannel, and these images are just dripping with love. Just look at their faces when they’re near one another! Those are the moments we love seeing captured, and we know these cuties will cherish seeing themselves at this stage in their marriage for years to come.

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Congrats to Spencer and Alex on their anniversary, and a big thanks to Dustin Cantrell Photography for sharing these lovely images from Mount Tamalpais! For more anniversary photo inspiration, check out Molly and Leland’s romantic one year anniversary session at Point Lobos.

xoxoNicole

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Understated Venice Wedding at The Belmond Hotel Cipriani

December 22, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

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Caroline and James’ intimate and understated Venice wedding didn’t skimp on the beauty thanks to My Italian Wedding Planner. Large gold candle-holders sat in the center of each reception table, surrounded by an array of feminine florals arranged by Munaretto Flowers. Caroline carried a simply elegant bouquet of peonies and looked like a princess in her Pepe Botella gown.

The Couple:

Caroline and James

The Wedding:

The Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Venice, Italy

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Before the wedding, I arranged for our String Quartet to play the composer Craig Armstrong’s piece of music “The Balcony Scene” as I walked down the aisle, as a surprise for my husband. We both love this piece of music. Craig Armstrong is a Scottish composer and the music features in the film Romeo and Juliet. I could not think of a more perfect, romantic piece of music to play in such beautiful surroundings as an overture to our special day.

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We wanted a small, intimate, understated wedding in beautiful surroundings, with all of our closest friends and family around us. It was important to us that everyone enjoyed themselves in a relaxed, sumptuous environment and we could not think of anywhere more romantic than Venice. With Stefania’s help, the decor was classic and simple, timeless, with a hint of romance and mysticism.

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I absolutely loved planning my wedding and I only wish I could do it all again. I would advise any couple to try and enjoy it and make the most of every moment, as it all passes too quickly.

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The Wedding Team:

Photography – Aljosa Viditec
Event Planning – My Italian Wedding Planner
Ceremony Venue – The Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore
Reception Venue – The Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Floral Design – Munaretto Flowers
Catering – The Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Live Music – The Musicians Ensemble
Videography – Aljosa Viditec
Invitations – Christian Lacroix
Hair & Makeup Styling – Paola Giancola
Wedding Dress – Pepe Botella via Christie Couture Bridal Boutique
Bridal Accessories – Pepe Botella
Bridesmaids’ Apparel – Dessy
Groom’s Apparel – Ted Baker
Groomsmen’s Apparel – Ted Baker
Rings – Tiffany & Co., Omega

 

A special thanks to My Italian Wedding Planner for sharing Caroline and James’ Venice wedding with Junebug! For more understated wedding inspiration, check out Alexandra and Nicholas’ simply elegant Croatian wedding at Spanjola Fortress.

xoxoNicole

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