Arpen and Neil, Azuridge Estate Hotel, Canada
Neil and Arpen's outdoor Sikh wedding at a hotel located inside an Alpine forest was a magical affair.
Arpen and Neil’s sweet love story blossomed in the campus of their dental school, and culminated in a spectacular wedding at the foothills of Alberta, Canada. Here’s how the festivities unfolded.
How They Met
It was love at first sight for Arpen and Neil when they met as students in dental school where Neil was completing his residency program. They were inseparable after that, and decided to tie the knot after Neil proposed to Arpen over a romantic dinner on the 95th floor of The Signature Room in Chicago.
Wedding Venue
Since the couple wanted to get married at an outdoor venue, they booked the Azuridge Estate Hotel which enchanted them with its natural beauty. Located in the foothills of Alberta, and surrounded by lush greenery, this private oasis proved to be the perfect spot for their classy outdoor Sikh wedding.
Wedding Functions
Sangeet
With a royal Indian theme, Arpen and Neil’s sangeet soiree was an evening of music, dance and dramatic settings that were resplendent with opulent decor.
Mehendi
Vibrant whimsical elements dominated the decor at Arpen and Neil’s mehendi ceremony.
Wedding
Arpen and Neil’s wedding ceremony had an outdoor garden theme. The venue was decorated using dainty pastel florals that matched the hues of the couple’s wedding outfits. Arpen walked under a minimalist vibrant floral canopy held aloft by her brothers and male relatives all dressed in matching turquoise sherwanis.
Reception
Contrary to the traditional themes of other wedding functions, the reception was all about exuding a chic, modern vibe. With gorgeous floral arches, mirrors and fairy lights, Arpen and Neil’s surreal reception decor looked like a setting straight out of a fairy tale.
Advice for Couples
The couple share that to-be-weds should not stress about little things. Instead, they should enjoy every moment of the wedding with smiles.
The Wedding Makers
Venues: Empire Banquet Hall (Sangeet), Azuridge Estate Hotel (Wedding), The Westin Calgary (Reception)
Wedding Planning and Decor: Lynn Fletcher Weddings
Florist: Floral Artistry
Groom’s Outfits: Rimple & Harpreet Narula (Wedding)
Bride’s Outfits: Mani Jassal (Mehendi), Blush Boutique (Sangeet), Rimple & Harpreet Narula (Wedding), Falguni Shane Peacock (Reception)
Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Jewellery: Jagdish Jewellers (Wedding)
Makeup Artist: Amrita Mann
Hairstylist: Hairbyrhea
DJ: House of Bounce (Wedding functions), DJ Kid Kang (Reception)
Invitations: Artsy Design Co.
Cake: Whippt
Photography: Andras Schram
Videography: Michael J Scott Productions
