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Irina and Pavan wanted their wedding to be a true reflection of who they were as individuals and as a couple. This is what led them to weave bits and pieces of their love story into the design of their big day. And incorporating Indian traditions into the design made their Machine Shop wedding a modern fusion of romance and cultural heritage.
The historic machinery shop was the perfect blank canvas for the festivities. Their trusted team transformed the industrial venue for the ceremony with silver lamps and lanterns, a colorful statement wall, and a gorgeous custom arch. Flipping the same space for the reception, they added vibrant florals for a pop of color amongst the elegant tablescape and white cross-back chairs.
From the lush blooms and impressive decor to the incredible outfit changes, and all the moments in between—every well-thought-out detail is spectacular and a must-see. Scroll through these images by Junebug member Adrian Steinbach to discover all the creative ideas that will make your big day feel much more up-close and personal.
Pavan and I wanted to create an event that was both meaningful and crazy fun, with lots of color and vibrancy. We also wanted to tie in elements of Indian design and tradition, especially in the reception after the Western ceremony. This came through in our design, which included the more intimate details of our life and relationship. For example, our cocktail hour napkins had trivia about us, and we had a custom arch made that was laser cut. The overall pattern was inspired by the beautiful palaces of Jaipur but included subtle icons that represented our passions, such as music notes, a horse, and paintbrushes. To create a fun environment, we incorporated tons of color, high-energy songs (I don’t think we played a single slow song), and great signature cocktails. We also had the wedding party roast us, which I found incredibly entertaining.
Why A Machine Shop Wedding
At first, we wanted to do an outdoor/nature-centric wedding, but after touring some urban venues for fun, we were hooked! We ended up with Machine Shop because we loved the urban/industrial vibe but also loved that it had a lot of natural light. The space is truly a blank slate, so we could make our vision come to life without the architecture of the building taking away from our design elements.
Sharing An Intimate Moment Before The Reception
Before the reception, Pavan played the piano for me instead of a first look, which is one of my favorite things in the world. He played the theme from “Up”, and we were able to just sit together and play some music on the piano.
Advice From The Newlyweds
We are proud of how we fused our cultures into one wedding, like how we had our wedding party wear Indian clothes, but I wore a traditional western wedding dress. We are also proud that we considered our guests in the design visually and in how we designed the flow of events. Maybe people always say this to the couple, but I can’t tell you how many guests told us it was the most fun wedding they’d ever been to. I am so happy we created an experience that people will remember as fun and energizing. Our advice to other couples, try to understand what you want and what’s most important to you. There are so many options and opinions that come at you fast. Don’t sweat everything. Stick to your guns on what aspects mean the most to you and let things go when you feel you can.
Having A Kenyan-Indian Fusion Wedding Menu
Our food was absolutely fabulous. We opted for Indian food for our reception. Pavan’s family is Kenyan-Indian, and we were also able to have a dish or two that were traditional Kenyan-Indian style.
Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and it’s definitely worth sharing on your big day—much like this couple did. And if you’re dreaming of a celebration packed with personality, check out our guide for planning a unique wedding filled with ideas to help you make your big day look and feel more like you and your partner.
Despite a downpour the morning of their wedding day, Grace and James decided to nix plan B and embraced the elements. The unpredictable weather couldn’t keep them from celebrating their love in the most beautiful way possible with their closest loved ones. Complete with stunning pop-up glamping tents, a traditional South-African braai, and lush florals in homage to the groom’s family protea farm, every detail of their three-daySunwolf wedding day was simply magical.
Armed with chic clear umbrellas, the couple exchanged heartfelt vows, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the love of their friends and family. Following their ceremony among the trees, their guests were treated to a marquee reception. From the towering florals to the tea lights in hanging glass terrariums and the canopy of string lights, the pair absolutely nailed the enchanting woodland vibe.
Instead of fighting the weather, they rolled with the punches and stayed focused on one another the entire time. And these gorgeous images by Junebug members The Godard’s prove that a rainy day affair can still be dazzling. So keep scrolling to find out why rainy weddings are unique and for stunning ideas on making the most of it.
Why They Wanted A Three-Day Sunwolf Wedding Retreat
We wanted our guests to “walk into our world” with an epic three-day-long wedding retreat in the woods. The look and feel of this weekend were top of mind throughout the planning process, and we made every decision with the goal of a magical carefree experience. And Sunwolf Riverside Resort was truly an escape that provided a feeling of remoteness in a forest setting without leaving creature comforts behind.
Embracing The Rain On Their Big Day
We didn’t get bogged down in the stress of the day. We decided to embrace the elements and say our vows in the great outdoors. The rain added so much emotion to the ceremony and made the decor glisten and shimmer. Clear umbrellas were the true heroes of this day and allowed us to move forward with a beautiful ceremony in the rain without obscuring the view or interfering with photos. And now, we couldn’t even imagine our day any other way!
Keeping Guests Entertained With A Photo Booth
Instead of favors, we opted for a photo booth to provide a more personalized experience for our guests to create and keep memories. This allowed for a carefree and fun-loving atmosphere.
Congratulations to Grace and James on their rainy three-day Sunwolf wedding. And a big thank you to Junebug members The Godard’s for beautifully capturing all the special moments and incredible details, despite the weather. To see more beautiful weddings like this one, check out their profile in our directory of the world’s best wedding photographers.
Because you can’t have a rainbow without a bit of rain, even the most carefully planned out wedding can encounter a few snags. But with a positive outlook, a few adjustments to your original plans, and of course, the expertise of your trusted team, a rainy wedding day can be just as spectacular and magical.
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