Category: Professional Events

Indian Weddings – 101

As a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) I attended a terrific educational program and networking luncheon. The program was titled “Indian Weddings 101 – Defining the Indian Wedding Experience.” With so much happening during the ceremony, we really don’t have an opportunity to fully enjoy the rituals. This was an insight to the culture, customs and foods of Hindu, Sikh and Muslim weddings. The event was coordinated and arranged by Kerline from Joie de Vie Weddings & Events and Elisa from A Flair for Affairs. The host venue was from Donna at the Wyndham Orlando Resort (and featured beautiful decor from Remmal & Smita at Occasions by Shangri-la, lighting from Ben at Kaleidoscope Production Services, out of this world food from Tabla Bar & Grill. The educational presentations were from Akshar of the Florida Hotel and Conference Center and Remmal from Occasions by Shangri-la.

Thinking that it may have some “nice colors,” I thought that I would bring along a camera so I could share some of the activities from the day. When the doors opened, the 60 or so attendees were stunned at how beautiful the room looked. There were 2 gorgeous Mandaps (the canopy for the bride and groom during the wedding ceremony) from Occasions by Shangri-la on display, with beautiful accent lighting from Kaleidoscope Production Services. Also, each table had a very unique and creative centerpiece.

We even had Gwladys, our pretty “bride” accompanied by her handsome “groom,” Tommy. The bride modeled a sari as they showed how the material is wrapped around her for her wedding .  Thanks to all of those companies and people that contributed to this very beautiful and educational event.  Well, enough talk. Here are some of the photos… only part of the story.

Enjoy the Angle!

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Highland Manor Open House

I just wanted to share some photos from last night’s Open House of a newly renovated venue. It is the Highland Manor (formerly the Captain and Cowboy and Townsend’s Plantation) in Apopka. They have done major renovations to their venue and last night was their Open House to the local wedding professionals. Cassie Miller and Toni Curlin from Highland Manor with Brandi Zrallack from the Perfect Wedding Guide were the team that handled last night’s special event. It is a wonderful and very scenic location. For our brides that like the “Southern appeal” and charm, this will be a sure hit. There is ample ceremony and reception space for most weddings. We look forward to working with their terrific staff at this enchanting location.

Below are several images of fellow wedding professionals enjoying the festivities. Thanks also to: Marc Burgess Productions, Chocolate Traditions, Party Flavors (cake), The Flipbook People, Party Booths (fun photobooth), Silva Entertainment, Harp Strings, Kaleidoscope Production Services (lighting), Creative Elegance and Special Touches by Deb (floral)

Best wishes Cassie & Toni on your new launch.

PS – If any attendees wish to see our additional event photos, please e-mail us directly here.

Catherine's music

Deb's Flowers

Wine Pour

Cuban Shuffle

Rev Kev & Teresa

The Flipbook People

Jill and Donna

Chapel at Night

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