Category: Ceremony

  • Rohit + Angelee – Luxurious Wedding – Next / Same Day Edit

    One of the most exquisite and elegant weddings of 2015 took place during the blistering heat of August. Rohit + Angelee’s wedding festivities were full of mesmerizing colors, majestic set ups and unforgettable moments.

    From the breathtaking performances of Angelee’s sisters at Sangeet to the crazy groomsmen at the Baraat, every event unfolded with it’s own beauty.

    The events were a constant visual feast for each and every guest. The jewelry, the outfits, the stationery and favors composed of deep jewel tones pervaded many of the feature accents in this wedding.

    That being said, details alone do not complete a wedding. There were plenty of all the other ingredients that make up this list: lots of music, dancing, delicious food and most importantly love. As plainly as it is seen in this Next/Same Day Edit, Rohit & Angelee were married in regal style, surrounded by the love of their family and friends.

    And to top it all, they hired some of the best Creative Masters for their wedding who delivered beyond expectations.

    Featured in Lavish Dulhan

    Cinematography: Film-Style Weddings
    Photography: Dave Abreu Photography
    Design & Stationary: So Pretty in Print
    Entertainment: Empire Entertainment
    Fasshioh for Her: Flaire Canada
    Transportation: Allure Limo

    SANGEET

    Venue : Grand Empire Banquet Hall
    Decor & Design : GPS Decor
    Floor Decal: Exotik Wrapz / Designer Dance Floor
    Beauty: Maggie, Beauty Concepts
    Fashion for Him: Acappella Clothing
    Henna: Sonia’s Henna Art & Touch of Dimple

    WEDDING

    Venue: The Country Club, Clublink
    Planning: Biji Planners
    Florals Decor Design: GPS Decor
    Beauty: LeSonne Bridals Inc.
    Fashion for Him & Groomsmen: CTC West
    Signage: Exotik Wrapz
    Dhol Player: Davi Layal Dholi
    Doves: Wedding Doves

    RECEPTION

    Design: Fabulous Occasions
    Decor: Dream Party Decor
    Florals: D&D Florals
    Beauty: Jenny, Beauty Concepts
    Planning: N.Trin Zik
    Decals & Signage: Event Graffiti
    Cake, Favours & Dessert Bar: Fine Cakes by Zehra
    Dinnerware: Chairman Mills
    Tent & Flooring: Affair Tent & Event Rentals
    Catering: Avani Asian Indian Bistro
    Draping: Wall-to-Wall
    Fashion for Him: Garrison Bespoke
    Entertainment: Grenville Pinto
    Candelabras: Black Tie Events
    Staffing: Empire Events

  • Aseem + Hargunn – Wedding Film

    Aseem and Hargunn’s wedding was an example of how a couple can bring their families together in celebration of their life most important event.

    Things kicked off a day before with a Sangeet with some beautiful decor from Elegance Decor. They crafted a stage that reflected that of couple’s personality and created beautiful mini lounges for guests to sit and mingle at. The Sangeet was fun filled event with a striking entrance by the bride Hargunn. Aseem on the other did what a true gentleman would do. He made sure that he got out of the comfort of his seat and stage and greeted his bride to be. A very sweet touch and guests loved that. To top it all there were some breath taking skits and performances by families and friends on both sides.

    The bride and groom had helpfully complementary personalities. Throughout the entire wedding process, Hargunn was calm and collected while Aseem was brimming with energy, enthusiasm and a little bit of stress:) And that’s because he made sure that not a single shred of it fell on Hargunn’s lap.

    Aside from the fact that there were many phenomenal elements to their wedding, not to mention, the beautiful ceremony and elegant reception. Normally Ceremonies start in the morning with reception taking away most part of the evening. In this case, things ran a little different which was nice for a change. The ceremony commenced in the evening as the reception ran way past midnight. Regardless of that every guest was attentive and involved in every step of the way.

    Truly deserving of marital happiness and success, we wish Aseem & Hargunn much joy and a continued sense of adventure as they journey through life together.

  • Simran + Mani – Next/Same Day Edit

    Every bride wants her wedding to be uniquely special and memorable. There wee weddings that stand out because of their breathtaking decor, while others are for a delicious menu and then there are those weddings that are just specialbecause of the love shared between the couple and their families.

    Simran + Mani’s wedding was memorable because it so beautifully encompassed each of these components, if not more.

    One thing that stood out the most was Simran’s breathtaking outfits for each of her event. From her engagement to sangeet followed by ceremony and two receptions, each of her outfit was different. She pretty much wowed all present. Her desire to do something creative was demonstrated at every event.

    Ultimately, what made Simran + Mani stand out as a couple was their strength of confidence and attention to detail, as this Next / Same Day edit illustrates. Mani’s calm, collected demeanor is the perfect balance to Simran’s bubbly personality. In our opinion, this couple had an ideal harmony of elements to make their wedding definitely worth remembering.

  • Vikas + Shikha – Next / Same Day Edit

    Vikas and Shikha had one of those timeless, feel-good weddings with all of the right ingredients to make it a classic; colorful details, planned surprises and sweeping amounts of love were the focal points of their events.

    Both the bride and groom come from a tightly woven circle of family and friends and their participation in the couple’s wedding was a testament to how special they are to them. The bride’s sisters played an important role in the organization of each function, so a note to all of the prospective brides out there- believe it or not, you don’t have to do it ALL by yourself for it to be perfect. Sometimes, as in Shikha’s experience, your loved ones know you best.

    Vikas too, is fortunate to be surrounded by a group who dotes on him. His groomsmen were constantly by his side, ensuring all went smoothly under their careful watch. From setting the tone for Vikas’ debonair entrance in a Lamborghini to their knack for cracking jokes to punctuate those rare but golden moments of pre-wedding jitters. That nervousness did not last for long however. Take one look at the adoring gaze Vikas captures his bride in as she makes her way down the aisle toward him- these are the moments that make our job so much more worth it.

    It was a pleasure working with this terrific couple and their loving family and we wish them all of the best as they progress into the next exciting chapter of their lives together. Our cameras are ready when you are!
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  • Ritu + Hardip – Next / Same Day Edit

    The wedding of Ritu + Hardip was a loving event filled with warm moments between friends and family. There was a mutual understanding between the bride and groom, for even its tiniest details spoke volumes about who they were as a couple.

    The couple exchanged smiles and chatted during their separate entrances in the gurdwara which is a rarity. Elegant, stunning and full of heart- from colours and decor to the beautiful outfits of their wedding party- it was evident that Ritu and Hardip cared just as much about those dearest to them.

    The couple made sure that everyone was included and enjoying themselves as much as they did. Ritu and Hardip were married with the greatest blessing, the overwhelming warmth and support of two very loving families.

    Overall, sense of family was very much felt and celebrated by all present, and the jesting and merriment did not cease for a moment not even between the best friend and the bride.

  • Rishi + Radhika – Next / Same Day Edit

    Weddings, you say? Well, they are all about the bride of course!

    These days, not so much. Times are changing, grooms- to-be are becoming a much more heard and important voice in the wedding planning process, and why not- it is just as much their day to shine. In the case of Rishi and Radhika, it might have very well seemed as if it was all about the groom, and to add even more of a plot twist for our readers, Radhika was loving every minute of her groom’s spotlight. Who says brides don’t know how to share the glory of their moment?

    Rishi and Radhika’s union is especially dear to me, as I have known Rishi for almost 6 years. He has been a guest at numerous weddings that our team has worked over the years and we have covered such a large number of weddings within his own family that I seem to have lost track after the eighth

    This couple possesses a very balanced dynamic that helped them tremendously with the stress that often accompanies preparing for the big day. Vibrant and full of energy, Rishi was an enthusiastic perfectionist when it came to making sure that all of the details would seamlessly come together for the events. Radhika was always on hand, calm and collected, and readily available to assure Rishi that while events are rarely ever 100% of the way you expect, they are always entirely yours to make the best of. In that vein, they are only a disappointment if you allow them to be. Rishi is lucky to have such a wise lady by his side.

    With my utmost love and respect, I would like to wish this special couple only the best that married life has to offer, and I have a hunch that I will be seeing them very soon, again.

  • CK + Robin – Next Day Edit

    Last year, CK & Robin approached us to capture their wedding festivities in August of 2015. From our initial consultation to further meetings, one of the things that we noticed with both the groom and the bride was their calmness and honesty. And those two traits truly makes matters much easier not only for us but for the couple as well.

    Their wedding was full of elegance and character but the most important aspect was family. At all the events, there was a sense of compromise between every individual. It was as if the families had an understanding of respect and love. The highlight from their pre wedding events was how CK proposed to Robin which was followed by him sweeping her off her feet. That beautiful moment is featured in the Next Day Edit.

    But we feel the element that really stood out in their wedding was their regal and stunning outfits. Gone are the days when a bride was the one who dressed like a queen. Nowadays the tides are shifting towards grooms and CK made sure that he matched perfectly with his beautiful bride. Along with the matching outfits, they carried themselves in a sophisticated manner.

    As always in order to reflect the couple’s personality properly, we always turn towards the music as a source of inspiration. And the choice here blends perfectly with them or so we think 😉

  • Bhavi + Nina – Next/ Same Day Edit

    In affairs such as weddings, while it is much easier said than done, things are likely to go a great deal smoother if there is a general sense of calm about the place. (This can also greatly add to your value as a bridesmaid or groomsman if you manage to do this for your highly anxious bride and/or groom- rack up those brownie points and make it count that they chose you!)

    Such was the case with Bhavi and Nina’s wedding weekend, inclusive of pre-wedding events and finally two completely different ceremonies, all in the same day. It helps of course, that our bride and groom were completely trusting in the entire process and confident that they were surrounded by the best quality of family, friends and vendors to share in and contribute to their big day.

    The wedding was a combination of Sikh and Hindu traditions and with a lot of careful and thoughtful coordinating, each ceremony took place at its respective temple in one day. The functions were intimate, respectfully planned and equally solemn- a noteworthy tribute to who Bhavi and Nina are as individuals and the kind of balanced union upon which they have embarked.

    Not only did this couple know to expect the best from their day, but they knew how to travel in high style as well. A shiny white Maybach was their impressive method of travel for the day, and truth be told/ the first day of the rest of their lives, never looked better.

  • Roli + Amit – Next / Same Day Edit

    Roli and Amit’s wedding will be remembered long after the bridal trousseau is finally packed away and the last of the Thank You cards are mailed out. It was just THAT kind of wedding.

    Loads of fun from start to finish; a swank entrance in a ferrari by the groom, the catchy, groovin moves’ of a vibrant bridal party and the heartfelt emotion that swept the room as the bride made her way down the aisle- there were all kinds of ooh and ahh moments that left guests crying, laughing and begging for more.

    Weddings we often hear, are supposed to be about the bride and groom. It is, after all, a time for them to look their finest as they celebrate their nuptials in a style signature to them, surrounded by those they love the most. Roly and Amit are clearly two individuals who have their friends and family rooting for them,  just as much as they are rooting for each other. This was especially evident in how emotionally invested their relatives and friends appeared at each event. On top of that, their guests arrived dressed to the nines and ready to party- everyone was going to part of the merrymaking.

    Moments of endearing poignance, mischievous fun and joyful celebration were the perfect undertones to carefully planned, and stunningly arranged backdrops and decor.

    At the heart of a roaring good time, it was noticeable that a peaceful awe and sense of ceremony would surface ever so often. As history would have it, a good balance is always key to a healthy, successful marriage. What a way to start one! Congrats to Roli and Amit!

  • James + Jessica – Wedding Film – Shot on 3 RED EPICS in 4k

    All Music is Copyright to following Artists & respected Labels

    JUST THE WAY YOU ARE – BRUNO MARS
    AUDIOMACHINE – ABOVE AND BEYOND, SWITCH – AEON
    BEYONCE – AT LAST

    Before we get to our couple’s wedding day story, we would like to just provide a brief background about the cameras and the technology used to capture this beautiful and elegant 4k wedding film.

    The individuals that do know what 4k resolution stands for must be thinking how did we manage to film a wedding using 3 Red Epic cameras. Just a background for the individuals who don’t know what 4k resolution is, it’s the future of digital video and digital television. HD TV has 1080p resolution which is composed of two million pixels (1920 x 1080), while a 4K TV (aka Ultra High Definition) has over eight million pixels (3840 x 2160). Therefore, 4K has around four times more resolution than 1080p and produces a clearer picture. But in order for you to experience 4k properly you must have a 4k TV or Monitor. Even though cable companies are at least a few years away from broadcasting 4k signal, digital channels like Netflix already has 4k content and iTunes are not too far away from doing so.

    In 2013, James and Jessica contacted us to find out if we offered 4k wedding films. During that time, we were already using our Red Epic and Scarlet as our 4th camera for our wedding films, corporate films and documentary film projects. We didn’t really think about using all 4k cameras to capture wedding films since it takes up a lot of data for storage, editing and backup purposes. To put things in perspective, at the wedding we filmed everything in 5k so we are able to work with real state in post production. We had 1.7 TB worth of RED SSDs and 128 gb lasted for 30 minutes. So just imagine how much card swapping we were doing as the wedding day went by. In total, we used 3.1 TB worth of space for footage from all 3 cameras.

    The one thing that we didn’t want to jeopardize with so much technology was the story element of their wedding film. We wanted to make sure nothing got lost in the story and that we feel we have done an outstanding job in making sure that story stays above everything else.

    On the day of the wedding, we had 3 Red Epics with Cine-Lenses from Canon & Zeiss. We used Cinevate Duzi Slider and Steadicam for our motion shots. For a wedding, we have never had a shot list as we always believe in filming things as they happen and always to our toes to capture the moments. However, when you are dealing with a large amount of data, constantly downloading footage from the SSD Card on to a drive, backing it up and getting that card ready for next set of shoot then you have to be prepared. We had an extensive shot list so we know what needed to be filmed.

    There have been Red Epic weddings done by others with a single or two cameras but to our knowledge there hasn’t been one with 3 cameras all filmed on 5k resolution with 4k cameras. Having filmed it in 5k allowed us to digitally zoom in on some of the shots and make it look like 4 or 5 cameras at times

    James and Jessica are one of the most sweetest couples we have ever come across. They have an understanding based on respect and love for each other and family. They come from a family-oriented background and wanted to keep their wedding small and intimate with just around 100 guests. Every detail was carefully thought out from the white dress to the red Christian Louboutin shoes to the pink bride maids dresses to the classic tuxedo worn by the groom. It all came out perfect and we hope that it was captured to showcase the wonderfulness of James and Jessica.

    On an end note, our life became so much easier because our couple wanted the wedding on Red Epic cameras and they knew what went behind them. They constantly stayed in touch with us before the wedding to make sure everything runs smoothly and understood that there could be pitfalls. Lucky for everyone, there weren’t any.

    You can watch this incredible film on YouTube Channel in 4k or 1080p. Please keep in mind that you must have a 4k monitor or TV and must distance yourself from it to experience the full 4k resolution.

  • Jasue + Prince – Next Day Edit

    Destination weddings are typically trickier to plan and execute, since they are held in an another city, province or country.

    Jasue and Prince’s wedding, was an example of how, despite logistical challenges, destination events are among the most fun, creative and energized. Their festivities commenced in Edmonton, Alberta with Prince’s vibrant sangeet. It was all in the details when it came to the decor, and the amazing centrepieces the room featured were grand in effect. Once the party got started, the groom’s family hit the dance floor with some seriously show – stopping moves and the crowd was left begging for more.

    A week later, pre-wedding events were held by Jasue’s side in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Richly hued and rife with emotion, the events were tastefully and meaningfully coordinated. Not even the rain on one out of the three days of festivities, could put a damper on the excitement.

    The bride and groom had helpfully complementary personalities. Throughout the entire wedding process, Jasue was calm and collected while Prince was brimming with energy and enthusiasm. Facing the stress of coordinating a destination wedding, their temperaments definitely helped to keep eachother at ease.

    Aside from the fact that there were many phenomenal elements to their wedding- not to mention, the groom’s surprise gift to the bride- the one thing that wowed everyone was the impressive departure of both the groom and bride in a helicopter. No, we are not talking about our drones, but an actual helicopter. The crowd went wild and it was certainly a moment for everyone to remember.
    Truly deserving of marital happiness and success, we wish Jasue and Prince much joy and a continued sense of adventure as they journey through life together.

  • Nakita + Amir – Wedding Film

    Elegance and beauty are some of the words that describes Nakita + Amir’s Wedding in Miami. Although the wedding was spread over couple of days, there was really no shortage of events. Things kicked off with Pooja and Sangeet events at bride’s backyard followed by spectacular outdoor wedding the next day. The bride’s and groom’s attire were elegant and regal which complimented really well with the outfits on both sides of the family.

    That same evening, a mini reception was held, featuring some mouth watering dessert that lead to the main reception the following day. Each event had it’s own feel and persona. It wasn’t just Nakita and Amir who spent their time every detail but also a big hand goes to both set of parents for making sure, nothing was left out.

    Nakita + Amir come from very humble families with that are tied together for more than a generation. Ultimately, what made them stood out as a couple was their strength of confidence and attention to detail, as this wedding film illustrates.

    And the chemistry between them is so silent that it screams nothing but love.