Juhi and Saket, Rayong Marriott Resort and Spa, Thailand
Juhi and Saket made the most of their breathtaking wedding venue in Rayong with classy décor and a host of fun events.
Juhi and Saket’s sweet love story eventually led to a grand wedding. A range of colors, themes, and exquisite floral arrangements festooned the occasion with elegance and energy. Here, the couple shares highlights of their lavish nuptials that took place at Rayong Marriott Resort and Spa in Thailand and moments captured by WeddingSutra Favorite Anoop.Photography.
How we met
“We were in the 11th grade when we first met at school in Jaipur. The moment I saw him I fell for him. We were friends and on the 14th of February 2008, he proposed to me. We have been together almost 10 years now and with all the ups and downs we’ve been through, he is the best companion and friend I could ever ask for!”
Wedding Venues
“We wanted a fun filled wedding by the beach with a peaceful and serene vibe. Overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, we decided that the Rayong Marriott Resort and Spa, an upscale beachfront spa resort, was the perfect venue!”
Wedding Planning
“We had 7 events spread over a period of 3 days. We wanted each to be unique with an overarching theme – ‘Around the World in Three Days’ – that linked them together. Our planners, Jashnn – Signature Weddings and Events, understood our vision perfectly and were elemental in bringing this to life in the most spectacular way imaginable.
To capture our beautiful moments, we chose Anoop.Photography, and for him we have only one line – ‘Don’t think twice!’ He is very skilled and experienced. He knows when to make you laugh and captures the most candid, precious moments.”
Guest Welcome (Thai welcome)
“We wanted to welcome our guests in an unforgettable way so we had Thai artistes dressed in ethnic ensembles perform their traditional dances as part of the official welcome event. Later, there were Thai foot massages for the guests which made the arrival in Rayong even more relaxing.”
Mehndi – Punjabi
“With Punjabi style kitschy décor spread across the green lawn, lots of dancing and the dhol – we started off with a bang! We decided to coordinate our clothing with the themes so we wore yellow to this event. My lehenga was designed by Ms. Swati Rohila – a Jaipur based designer. Saket wore an ethnic kurta kothi designed by Sasha, Kolkata.”
Welcome Dinner (The Great Gatsby)
“We wanted the ring ceremony to be a western style event so we chose The Great Gatsby theme with black and gold décor and a dress code to complement it. I wore a red gown designed by Ms. Swati Rohila. Saket wore a tuxedo designed by Mr. Ravi Dholakia.”
Pool Party (Singapore Sentosa Magic)
“After an event-packed day one, we had a Sentosa themed beach party. This included nostalgic games like tug-of-war between the two sides, shooting competitions, hanging out on the beach, etc. I wore a pool-friendly dhoti and a blouse with a chiffon shrug.”
Sangeet (Moroccan Extravaganza)
“After all the fun, it was time for some rituals. The Sangeet started with a beautiful dance performance inspired by Morocco. Our outfits were well suited to the theme. I wore a gown designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee and the groom wore an achkan designed by Shantanu & Nikhil.”
Myra/ Bhaat
“We love to carry our rich culture no matter where we go and so we decided to do an Indian traditional makeover of Thailand, ‘Apno Thailand’. It was a Rajasthani themed event with Rajasthani food and prints in tandem with local Thai elements in the décor that featured drapes and flowers.”
Pheras & Reception (Swiss Splendor)
“Our wedding décor was in different shades of pink, white and gold rendered in fresh flowers to create an atmosphere of romance and Swiss splendor. Our mandap stood against the backdrop of a serene, unending ocean. Saket and I wore light colored clothing and both outfits were designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee.”
Advice for Couples
“Don’t let the pressure get to you. It is your wedding and what you want matters the most so plan in advance and plan well. Most importantly, don’t forget to give each other some time amidst all the planning.”
The Wedding Makers
Wedding Venue: Rayong Marriott Resort & Spa, Thailand
Wedding Planner: Jashnn – Signature Weddings & Events (Guwahati)
Decor: Weddings by Peera Pach
Bride’s Outfits: Swati Rohila (Mehndi and Welcome Dinner), Sabyasachi (Sangeet and Wedding)
Groom’s Outfits: Sasha (Mehndi), Ravi Dholakia (Welcome Dinner), Shantanu and Nikhil (Sangeet), Sabyasachi (Wedding)
Makeup Artist: Ablaze by Ms. Simran Takkar
Entertainment: Dilbagh Singh (Mehndi), Bismil (Welcome Dinner), Tarkash (Sangeet), Anirudh Bhola (Reception), DJ Dippy, Pragya Tiwari
Photography: Anoop.Photography
