It Had To Be You: A Papa Don’t Preach Love Story

The Mehendi ceremony is a joyous pre-wedding festivity held among family and friends with traditionally the women applying mehendi on their palms as a way of wishing the bride good health and prosperity as she embarks on her journey into marriage .

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Neha Gulati is luminous in our customized Enchanting Forest skirt set - our signature glass beaded rose bralette with sleeves, paired with a mystic green wrapped jacquard drape skirt.

The Carnival event, a new addition to the array of festivities of an Indian wedding, is a blend of entertainment and revelry where the wedding party celebrates the union of the couple in a celebration of entertaining acts, dopamine decor and thunderous dancing.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Anjali Hirani is radiant in our Elvina sharara set - a brick brow my-5n scalloped peplum kurta embroidered with gold metal embellishments, precious stones, and pearls, appliquéd with rich fabrics. Paired with flared sharara pants appliquéd with teal, pink & ivory fabrics, completed with a customised veil featuring her wedding hashtag - #SuCapturedAJ.

The Haldi ceremony is a vibrant pre-wedding ritual in Indian weddings where turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom's skin. Symbolising purification and blessings, this tradition fosters family bonding and celebrates unity amidst laughter, music, and traditional rituals.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Celebrity Rakul Preet Singh dazzles in Lyons - a royal dark blue sequin printed lehenga dripping in shimmering sequins, gold embellishments and crystals with a celestial forest print. Matched perfectly with a rose embroidered blouse in lilac, a lilac asymmetrical dupatta and a customised embellished belt. Her stunning Haldi lehenga is complemented with custom Papa Don’t Preach embellished sneakers.

Alanna Panday’s Haldi Brunch was a picture right out of an Italian film scene! Inspired by an Italian farmers’ market, the brunch set up was nestled among vibrant flowers of every colour and kind, resembling the couple’s favourite Italian getaways.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Alanna Panday stuns in a fish cut lehenga set in soft turquoise and bougainvillaea pinks made in luxe silk. The choli is a bouquet of red and pink glass beaded roses with sheer, scalloped shoulder and sleeve details inspired by seashells. For the added drama, ombre tulle drapes attached on the shoulder fall majestically behind her as she walks in. The look is finished off with our custom mint green tasselled mini bag embellished with mint green and blush pink glass cut beads, featuring a handle of vintage collets encrusted with blush pink crystal stones.

A quintessential Punjabi pre-wedding festivity is the Dhol Night. A night full of dancing, singing and a grand celebration of the union of the bride and groom that adds vibrancy to the forthcoming wedding festivities.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Sakshi Sindhwani glows in Georgina - our orange sharara featuring raw silk pants with a stunning patchwork of organza and metallic georgette complemented with an orange blouse embellished with beads and pearls. Paired with asymmetrical dupattas adorned with sequins and pearls.

The Mehendi ceremony is a pre-wedding ceremony where intricate henna designs are applied to the bride and guest’s hands. The ceremony is spiced up with music and dancing, symbolising love and the beginning of a new life for the bride. Chahat Paul’s Mehendi ceremony was a grand celebration with a burst of colour, florals and dhols with a serene backdrop against mother nature.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Chahat Paul dazzles in ‘Anna’ - our powder blue tulle half lehenga embellished with roses, beads and sequins, paired with the ‘It Girl’ bralette embellished with glass dana and 3D embellished straps. Chahat’s mehendi lehenga is accessorised with our ‘Gold Chain-Link Embellished Belt Bag’ with gold metallic tassel details and ‘Blu Pandora 2.0 - Ice Blue’ pointed toe D'Orsay stilettos that are constructed in a soft icy blue satin, hand embellished with neon coral sequins, colourful glass beads and 3D elements. The pop pink trimmed back features an asymmetrical tulle ruffle detail with gold metallic embellishments.

The Mehendi ceremony is a joyous pre-wedding celebration where elaborate henna art is applied on the bride and the guests’ hands. The tradition is accompanied with music and dancing, celebrating the union of the bride and groom. Manisha’s mehendi ceremony was an exuberant affair set in a regal backdrop.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Manisha Punj looks resplendent in our ‘BellFlower’ jumpsuit in a mango yellow shade embellished with gold sequins and acrylic mirror embroidery and paired with a matching belt.

The Sangeet ceremony is a jubilant pre-wedding festivity which celebrates the union of the bride and groom with music, dancing and special performances by family and friends. Anukrit’s Sangeet resembled a scene out of a fairytale, adorned with florals and decor inspired by doves.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Anukrit Dhanjan glows in our fish cut lehenga set in soft turquoise and bougainvillaea pinks, made in luxe silk. The choli is a bouquet of red and pink glass beaded roses with sheer, scalloped shoulder and sleeve details inspired by seashells. For the added drama, ombre tulle drapes attached on the shoulder fall majestically behind her as she walks in.

The Wedding Reception is a ceremony held after the nuptials where guests and closed ones shower blessings as the couple begin their married life. Anukrit’s reception was a grand affair, complete with a regal setting fit for royalty.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Anukrit Dhanjan adorns ‘Portia’ - our four piece mermaid-cut bridal lehenga set in fiery red, embroidered in custom-cut gold metal embellishments, pearls, and crystals. Paired with our signature butterfly blouse and a short scalloped tulle veil embroidered with precious crystals, pearls, and metal embellishments. This look is completed with a detachable exaggerated trail in delicate tulle that shimmers against the light.

The Nelengu ceremony, similar to the Haldi ritual, is a South Indian pre-wedding tradition where turmeric paste is applied to the bride's and groom's skin. Family and friends gather to lovingly smear this golden paste, symbolising blessings for their union. Amidst the laughter and camaraderie, the ceremony fosters a sense of joy and anticipation, marking the couple's transition into married life with warmth and tradition.

The Sangeet ceremony is a lively pre-wedding celebration filled with singing, dancing, and merriment, serving as a platform for both families to come together and celebrate the upcoming union of the bride and groom. Guests often participate in choreographed dances, adding to the festive ambiance. This exuberant celebration epitomises the essence of Indian weddings – the coming together of families, the celebration of love, and the joy of uniting two souls in matrimony.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Nikita Chetty glows in ‘Bradshaw’ - our brick brown tulle lehenga embellished with a flower motif in neon glass cut beads, and sequins. Paired with our signature butterfly blouse in brick brown, embellished with pearls, reflective sequins, and glass cut beads, along with a brick brown tulle dupatta embellished in sequins and mirror acrylics.

The Reception is a jubilant event following the wedding ceremony, where guests arrive in their finest attire to celebrate the union of the bride and groom. The venue is adorned with elaborate decorations, setting a regal ambiance. Dancing and music fill the air as guests join in lively performances. Amidst heartfelt farewells, the couple embarks on their new journey, surrounded by love and blessings from family and friends, making memories to cherish for a lifetime.

#THATPAPADONTPREACHBRIDE Nikita Chetty shines in ‘Head-in-the-clouds’ - our mustard yellow raw silk half lehenga, paired with a cut-out-detail blouse adorned with vibrant neon colours, shells, beads, and metallic embellishments.