An Indian Wedding Part Two

Every wedding guest knew that this would be an occasion to remember, a place and time where cultures and traditions would come together in the celebration of a truth universally known - love. The bride to be is Muslim and Indian from humid Durban, the groom brought up Christian in the suburbs of Edgemead - the wedding day would be a melting pot of religions, traditions, and expectations! And it was stunning, the day brought together 150 people to celebrate in the union of Su & Jacques on their special day.

The Tale of Two Dresses
An Imam performed the wedding ceremony beautifully and with feeling, and involved the whole congregation, mixed in religion as we were, by uniting us by the foundations of each our own faith and spirituality. Shivers went down my spine and goosebumps raised all over my arms when I heard the familiar proclamation "I do" followed by a more masculine "I do", and it was official.

Having not snuck in to see the bride before the ceremony, I had no idea how stunning she would look walking down the aisle to an Indian instrumental wedding march in her red wine wedding Sari, heavy with blinking jewels and intricate designs - she was a blushing beauty to behold! Later she re-appeared for the speeches, dinner, cutting of the cake, bouquet and garter tossing, in a sleeveless figure hugging white wedding gown with trailing princess train.

The Floral arrangements
Colour is an integral part of Indian weddings and this was no different! Gold bowls overflowed on each table with beautifully paired flowers, roses nestled against proteas as if that made total natural sense. I love flowers, in the garden and in my home so I was thrilled at the incorporation of rose petals to adorn the "chapel" floor. Incidentally, it may have something to do with why I caught the bouquet ;)

We had an awesome time, dancing until late (long since kicked off our shoes) and partaking in the festivities. Here's a picture of my boyfriend and I from the photo booth that was set up while we waited for the couple to have their photos taken.