Having met through mutual friends, Medha and Pranjal built a strong friendship that soon blossomed into a loving and authentic relationship. Although they come from traditional families, they knew they wanted a wedding that was more unique and suited to their personal styles. Most Indian weddings in Vancouver are large, extravagant, and colorful, but this one at Vandusen Botanical Gardens was intimate and relaxed, with a mainly neutral color palette that incorporated touches of bold colors, all captured by Kaoverri Silva Photography and planned with the help of Elle Weddings.
Contemporary + boho + stylish and bold
Elle Weddings sourced particular items that would fit Medha and Pranjal’s vision, from the natural-colored rattan wooden chairs to the exotic, lush floral arrangements, right down to the white fringed umbrellas, colored taper candles, custom signs, and stationery. They wanted a something that was a mix of contemporary, boho, stylish, refined, and bold, and boy did the couple and their vendors deliver.
Traditional Indian bridal style
Medha’s wedding dress was a traditional Indian gown with a V-neck design, a gold-embellished pleated skirt, and a simple veil lined with beautifully intricate details. Her jewelry was simple but impactful, with a stunning gold headpiece and an elegant choker.
Groom’s style: Subtle yet structured patterns
Pranjal wore a tailored black Indian suit that fit him like a charm. The top was embellished with subtle lace floral prints that added texture, while the high collar kept the entire suit structured.
Intimate and simple: No wedding party
In order to keep things simple, the bride and groom opted to not have a wedding party and spend the day with just the two of them.
Handmade florals… day of!
One of the most unique memories of the day was watching florist Écorce Flowers create the floral arrangements on site. Due to the delicate nature of the specific flowers, and to prevent damage during transport, every single floral was fully assembled on site.
Focal point: Private portraits
The couple’s main focus was on taking portraits of just the two of them, and every single site that the photographer picked was stunning.
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Floral design to add dimension
The flowers were a mix of very long and tall to very short stems, adding dimension to the reception hall. The walls were covered in white draping to create a clean backdrop, and it brightened up the room the perfect amount.
