My most favorite part of blogging for Indian Wedding Site is being able to write about a wedding that I actually attended! I am thrilled to be able to showcase one of my husband's dearest friends, Sukrant, and his beautiful wife Aarti's fabulous Malibu,
California wedding. I was one of those guests that was gasping over every minute detail, and as beautiful as the pictures are (thanks
Ian Grant Photography!) ... you just had to be there to experience all the fun!
![8a- bharat horse dancing](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/8a-bharat-horse-dancing-e1396836364224.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
I am obsessed w/ these little boys (the bride and groom's nephews from each side).
![9a- bharat little boy milni](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/9a-bharat-little-boy-milni.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![13a- fathers milni](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/13a-fathers-milni-e1396836603202.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![15a- Groom smile](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/15a-groom-smile.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![16a- hindu wedding ceremony](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/16a-hindu-wedding-ceremony.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
I love the decor colors! The warm traditional orange and deep reds look beautiful against the blue skies. It was also fun to use the orange umbrellas!
![17a- hindu wedding ceremony](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/17a-hindu-wedding-ceremony-e1396836856643.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![20a- bride groom ring exchange](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/20a-bride-groom-ring-exchange-e1396837110535.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
How beautiful is Aarti!? Love that smile!
![21a- groom kissing bride](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/21a-groom-kissing-bride.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![22a- bride groom walking down aisle](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/22a-bride-groom-walking-down-aisle-e1396837213463.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![23a- groom kissing bride](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/23a-groom-kissing-bride.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
Of course the wedding portraits had to be done on the beach! For all of the images, check out their
photo gallery!
![24a- bride groom walking on beach](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/24a-bride-groom-walking-on-beach.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![25a- beach portraits](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/25a-beach-portraits.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![26a- portraits](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/26a-portraits.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
Aarti and Sukhrant transformed for the reception in chic salmon and navy blue hues. Scroll down to see the décor!
![27a- vineyard portraits](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/27a-vineyard-portraits.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![30a- cocktails sign](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/30a-cocktails-sign.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
The florals, done by
Shawna Yamamoto, were incredibly radiant. I love the details of the signs and the card table below.
![31a- place card table](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/31a-place-card-table.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![34a- table setting](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/34a-table-setting.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
I absolutely LOVE the rectangle tables decorated with vivid fuschia and coral colored peonies (my fave flowers) and garden roses organically places amongst twisted driftwood branches and candles.
![36a- outdoor wedding table setting](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/36a-outdoor-wedding-table-setting.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![38a- couples entrance](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/38a-couples-entrance-e1396837677327.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
![40a- bridesmaids holding shoes](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/40a-bridesmaids-holding-shoes-e1396837790314.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
The lighting is amazing and the couple's first dance was soo fun, too!
![43a- couples first dance](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/43a-couples-first-dance-e1396837841316.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
What a fun shot! It's so easy to smile and relive this experience again!
![46a- groom dancing with guests](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/46a-groom-dancing-with-guests-e1396837906975.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
Best dancer of the night!
![47a- little boy dancing on dance floor](/sf-images/default-source/iws-blog/real-wedding-aarti-sukhrant/47a-little-boy-dancing-on-dance-floor-e1396838458910.jpg?sfvrsn=0)
Thank you to the super talented
Ian Grant Photography for submitting this glamorous Indian wedding! Congratulations to the lovely couple! To see all of the photos from today’s wedding make sure to visit the couple's
photo gallery and our
Facebook page for more inspiration!