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Maitrayee and Eric laughing together in traditional Indian wedding attire in Rajasthan by Rimi Sen

Rajasthan

Maitrayee and Eric – Destination Wedding in Jaipur

Right from the first call with Maitrayee I knew, I wanted to be part of this wedding. I didn’t expect though that it would turn out to be the one that would be closest to my heart. By the end of this blog you would know why. It was all about expressive emotions, nuanced relationships, and profound, multi-cultural, affection.

Rajasthan never fails to amaze you with its extravagance, royalty and magnificence. Even though this wedding happened to be in a small quaint town in Alsissar, the moment we reached we were amazed with the rustic vibes of the place, the art hidden in mansions and temples dotting every street. Hence we decided to take a stroll with these lovely couple next morning accompanied by inquisitive kids and peering village men, goats and camels.

What followed was an evening of exquisite food, heartfelt words, and a lively dance party fuelled by some customised music. The wedding events started with an intimate super fun Haldi turned into Holi followed by mehendi with a bit of dance and music.

Next morning we started with fresh wedding vibes and usual chaos. Oh! now we have started to love them and the more chaotic they are, the more raw they get and we get to capture real emotions of the wedding. In the beautiful quaint pool side corner of Indra villas Eric and Maitrayees exchanged their vows where they poured their heart in the most honest and innocent manner. Soon after this we all move to the courtyard to commence the Indian wedding. The courtyard looked beautiful, a perfect amalgam of two diverse cultures coming together witnessing something so magical, infectious good vibes, beaming smiles enjoying with a cup of amazing masala tea. The sarod music in the wedding was my favourite part which set the ambience just right was a beautiful choice by Maitrayee. The sound reverberates, creating an atmosphere of love and happiness in the beautiful villa. The melodious notes of the instrument was almost meditative, joyous, something which left a warm mushy feeling in our hearts especially when they sneaked a look at each other every once in a while. This wedding filled us with memories for which there aren’t really words.

Here’s hoping these photographs embody what it looked and felt like to be a part of this extraordinary wedding experience.

Thank you Eric and Maitrayee, You made us part of something incredibly special.

Wedding location: Indra Vilas, Alsisar Wedding Planning & Decor: Sunita Dhaka (Bride’s mother) Grooms Outfit : Sunita Dhaka Brides Outfits: Designed by Sunita Dhaka & Maitrayee Dhaka Makeup: Mehak

Photography: Rimi Sen, Gaurav Hingne
Videography: Raj Rj Films

Gallery

Maitrayee and Eric stand together beside a camel against weathered stone walls in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in vibrant orange dress and Eric in navy jacket smile in narrow Rajasthan alleyway with stone walls
Maitrayee embracing Eric from behind against weathered stone wall in golden sunlight, Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric embrace in a narrow alleyway framed by weathered stone walls in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric share an intimate moment in golden sunlight in Rajasthan, backlit and close
Maitrayee and Eric stand embracing against weathered Rajasthan buildings with peeling yellow and white walls
Maitrayee and Eric play with yellow flowers during Holi celebration in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric spread yellow petals in a Rajasthan courtyard surrounded by colorful guests
Group of guests sitting in circle playing with yellow grains during celebration in Rajasthan
Hands draw rangoli patterns with flour surrounded by yellow flowers in Rajasthan
Man wearing green traditional attire with turmeric paste on face and hands during Rajasthan wedding celebration
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate with family in traditional attire within ornate Rajasthan temple courtyard
Maitrayee and Eric laugh with friends wearing colorful traditional fabrics in Rajasthan market setting
Maitrayee gets turmeric applied to her neck during a wedding celebration in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric covered in yellow powder, celebrating with guests during Holi festival in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric's henna application in Rajasthan, showing golden paste handprint on white cloth with red border
Maitrayee laughs joyfully with golden turmeric paste applied to her face during Haldi ceremony in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric apply turmeric paste to each other's face during Haldi ceremony in Rajasthan, surrounded by family
Maitrayee covered in golden turmeric paste, surrounded by laughing friends applying holi colors in Rajasthan
Maitrayee surrounded by joyful guests in vibrant orange and pink silks during Rajasthan celebration
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate Holi in Rajasthan, covered in colored powder, surrounded by joyful guests
Maitrayee and Eric laughing together covered in colored powder during Holi celebration in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate with friends in colorful attire at a historic Rajasthan courtyard in bright sunlight
Large wedding celebration group throwing colored powder, Maitrayee and Eric's Rajasthan wedding day
Maitrayee and Eric smile together, faces covered in vibrant Holi powder paint in Rajasthan
Ornate green fan with decorative packaging arranged on red fabric, Rajasthan wedding detail shot
Maitrayee and Eric's guests gathered in a Rajasthan courtyard, exchanging colorful fabrics and gifts
Four friends laugh together on a bench in a Rajasthan garden with colorful flowers
Maitrayee and Eric's hands with henna displaying intricate mehndi designs during Rajasthan wedding celebration
Maitrayee and Eric's guests celebrate together at their Rajasthan wedding, dancing and laughing in colorful attire
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate in matching emerald traditional attire, hands raised joyfully before arched architecture in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in vibrant yellow and orange traditional dress laughs with family at Rajasthan wedding celebration
Maitrayee and Eric's guests celebrate outdoors in Rajasthan, seated at yellow tables near arched architecture
Hand with henna tattoo and phone displaying design sketch on bright yellow fabric in Rajasthan
Maitrayee displays intricate henna on hands and arms, wearing gold jewelry and yellow silk against dark background
Maitrayee and Eric laugh together in traditional wedding attire with henna, warm string lights and neon arch behind them in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in a vibrant red sequined gown and Eric in a tuxedo embrace against a dark backdrop
Groom in navy suit and burgundy bow tie against rustic wooden door, Rajasthan
Maitrayee peeks through rustic wooden beams in Rajasthan, red lips visible amid weathered timber
Maitrayee in red sequined gown and Eric in black tuxedo walk through sparkler-lined nighttime celebration in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric in formal attire at an illuminated venue, black and white portrait
Guests seated at candlelit reception dinner in illuminated Rajasthani courtyard with arched architecture
Guests seated at long table during evening reception in Rajasthan, black and white
Maitrayee and Eric smile together at a candlelit table, he in a tuxedo and burgundy bow tie, she in a red sequined top
Maitrayee and Eric embrace under neon lights, black and white portrait with warm affection
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate with guests in festive attire under warm string lights in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in red sequin dress and Eric in light blue shirt dance under twinkling lights at Rajasthan celebration
Maitrayee laughs joyfully in red embellished attire while dancing under festive lights in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric dance at night in traditional Rajasthani attire under string lights, checkered floor
Maitrayee and Eric embrace under twinkling lights in black and white, Rajasthan
Maitrayee adjusting wedding attire in ornate Rajasthan room with traditional furniture and blue luggage
Maitrayee and Eric's makeup artist holds open eyeshadow palette during Rajasthan wedding preparations
Makeup artist applies pink eyeshadow to bride with gold bindi in preparation for Rajasthan wedding
Groom Eric in cream sherwani and pink turban being dressed by family in Rajasthan
Maitrayee sits in traditional attire at an ornate arched doorway in Rajasthan while two men adjust his appearance
Maitrayee in embroidered traditional dress adjusting her sari, with Eric on the floor in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric's hands with henna and gold bangles holding a phone in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional Rajasthani attire, getting ready with family in a mirrored dressing room
Eric in traditional Rajasthani attire with feathered headpiece, standing in warm doorway light
Eric stands smiling in doorway wearing pale green sherwani with gold chain and feathered turban, Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric's hands over handwritten vows and phone in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional wedding attire surrounded by guests wearing colorful turbans and traditional Indian clothing at their Rajasthan celebration
Groom Eric in traditional white sherwani and turban laughing with family holding gifts in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional red and gold attire walking across a colonial-style Rajasthan courtyard with white walls and potted plants
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate with family in traditional Rajasthani attire, displaying henna-adorned hands indoors
Maitrayee in embroidered lehenga with bridesmaids in maroon and gold, holding yellow flowers under marigold garlands in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in traditional gold and pink lehenga with yellow flowers, standing in Rajasthan courtyard
Groom Eric in traditional cream sherwani and turban poses in arched Rajasthan corridor with courtyard beyond
Maitrayee in gold embroidered lehenga and pink veil, framed by green foliage in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric's wedding ceremony in Rajasthan, guests in traditional attire by ornate doors and pool
Groom in cream sherwani and turban holds tablet during ceremony in Rajasthan, groomsmen in red attire behind
Maitrayee smiling in gold and pink wedding attire, facing Eric in traditional dress at Rajasthan ceremony
Maitrayee and Eric share food during a colorful Rajasthan wedding celebration in a courtyard
Maitrayee in pink veil and Eric in cream sherwani with officiant during Rajasthani wedding ceremony
Maitrayee in ornate cream lehenga and pink dupatta holding microphone, speaking at Rajasthan wedding celebration
Maitrayee and Eric exchange rings during their wedding ceremony in Rajasthan, ornate blue doors behind them
Maitrayee and Eric exchange vows during traditional ceremony in ornate Rajasthan venue with officiant
Maitrayee and Eric kiss in traditional South Asian wedding attire before ornate golden doors in Rajasthan
Maitrayee embraces a guest in cream and gold attire, henna on her arms, courtyard celebration in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in pink veil and Eric in cream sherwani beneath hanging marigold garlands, Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric hold hands in traditional Indian wedding attire within a white-arched Rajasthan courtyard
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional Rajasthani attire with guests at an archway during celebration
Ornate Rajasthani courtyard with hanging floral installations and decorative rope framework overhead
Maitrayee in pink bridal attire with family in Rajasthan courtyard framed by marigold garlands
Maitrayee and Eric's wedding celebrations in Rajasthan, with family and friends seated before ornate temple doors
Maitrayee and Eric celebrate with family during a traditional Rajasthani wedding ceremony, surrounded by marigold garlands
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional wedding attire at ornate Rajasthan palace doorway with family members
Maitrayee and Eric sit on ornate floor surrounded by colorful marigold garlands and guests in traditional Indian wedding attire
Maitrayee and Eric sit together during an ornate temple ceremony in Rajasthan, surrounded by family and floral decorations
Maitrayee laughs joyfully while Eric covers his face during traditional Indian wedding ceremony in Rajasthan
Decorated ceremonial platform with colorful flowers and powder in Rajasthan wedding celebration
Maitrayee and Eric exchange garlands in traditional Rajasthani attire at a vibrant courtyard ceremony in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric perform a ceremonial ritual in traditional attire at an ornate Rajasthan courtyard
Maitrayee and Eric exchange smiles in traditional Indian wedding attire at their Rajasthan celebration
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional Indian wedding attire at a Rajasthan ceremony, surrounded by family and guests
Couple's hands with henna and gold bangles on red and cream wedding attire, Rajasthan ceremony
Maitrayee and Eric laugh while holding hands in traditional Indian wedding attire, surrounded by guests in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric sit together in traditional wedding attire surrounded by celebrating guests throwing flower petals in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in red lehenga celebrates with guests in ornate Rajasthan palace during wedding festivities
Women in colorful traditional attire celebrating at a decorated temple in Rajasthan, clapping and smiling joyfully
Maitrayee and Eric in traditional wedding attire share an intimate moment against a green backdrop in Rajasthan
Maitrayee in embellished veil and gold jewelry smiles at Eric against green backdrop in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric embrace in traditional wedding attire against ornate Rajasthan architecture
Groom Eric in ornate cream sherwani dancing with Maitrayee in burgundy at Rajasthan celebration
Maitrayee and Eric embrace in ornate traditional attire at their Rajasthan wedding celebration, guests dancing in vibrant saris behind them
Maitrayee and Eric's groom holds bride aloft during Rajasthan wedding celebration with guests in colorful attire
Maitrayee and Eric dance in traditional attire before arched colonnades in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric embrace in traditional Indian wedding attire at a Rajasthan venue with white arched walls
Maitrayee in red bridal lehenga and Eric in cream sherwani walk together between turquoise doors in Rajasthan
Maitrayee and Eric's bare feet on stone steps in Rajasthan, traditional orange and gold attire visible