Wedding Planning Tips - Guide For Indian Couples To Create A Perfect Wedding!

From Mehendi to Mandap: Top Wedding Planning Tips for Indian Couples

Your wedding day is a masterpiece of cherished memories waiting to be crafted. Amidst the unpredictable whims of weather, the search for missing accessories, or the occasional timeline hiccup, embrace each moment with joy. Here's a comprehensive guide tailored for Indian couples, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable wedding experience.

1. Embrace the Unexpected:

Let your wedding day unfold organically. Whether it's unpredictable weather, a forgotten accessory, or a timeline in flux, stay flexible and savour every moment of your special day. Embrace any twist on your big day with grace and joy!

A group of people dressed in traditional Indian attire walking on a stone path surrounded by greenery. Palm trees and tent structures are visible in the background. The scene appears festive, with colorful garments and smiles.
Indian bride in traditional attire during a pre-wedding ritual, surrounded by people pouring water over her.

2. Why CREATIVE PORTRAITS Are Essential for Your Wedding Day?

Creating memorable and breathtaking portraits is an indispensable aspect of your wedding day experience. Don’t forget to allocate a generous window of 40-60 minutes to capture stunning and innovative couple-shots which will be cherished for a lifetime. Trust in our expertise to craft artistic and enduring frames that capture the essence of your love story.

Black and white photo of a couple dancing in an empty, dark room with spotlights highlighting them.
A couple in formal attire with colorful lighting and falling particles around them at an event.

3. Hair & Makeup Insights:

  • When planning your schedule, consult your hair/makeup artist for a time estimate, then add at least 60 minutes for flexibility.

  • Opt for on-site makeup services to streamline your timeline, eliminate delays, and ensure ample opportunity for stunning getting-ready shots!

  • Confirm with your makeup studio in advance about photography permissions for capturing those glamorous beauty moments. Some of them don’t allow it.

  • For additional guidance on looking flawless on your special day, delve into our comprehensive article: https://www.rohanmishraphotography.com/tips-to-look-great-on-your-wedding-day for invaluable advice.

  • Unlock the secrets to radiant bridal beauty and seamless wedding-day preparations with our exclusive insights!

Makeup artist applying makeup to a woman with a wedding dress in the background.

4. Family Group Shots:

Maximize your cherished memories with meticulously planned FAMILY GROUP SHOTS.

Capture cherished moments with immediate family post-ceremony, including parents, siblings, grandparents, and close friends. Ensure timeless memories by prioritizing these intimate group photos.

Group of people celebrating on a lawn with "NINA & JONATHAN" spelled out in flowers.

5. Elevate your INDOOR EVENTS/ RECEPTIONS with these lighting tips:

The more lighting you can bring in, the better! Lighting and décor do play an important role in creating those beautiful pictures. Our suggestions:

  • Illuminate your venue with abundant "Clear Rice Lights" for enchanting backdrops, indoors or outdoors.

Decorative hanging lights with a blurred chandelier background in a modern indoor setting.

  • Set the mood with up-lighting, candles, chandeliers, and twinkling lights to enhance ambience.

  • Opt for neutral or off-white LED lights to avoid colour casts on faces in images, ensuring flawless results.

  • Ensure the upper ceiling or cloth colour in covered areas like the mandap is white for optimal lighting and photography.

Luxurious wedding venue with elegant chandelier, floral decorations, and round table with gold-covered chairs.
Bride and groom in traditional South Asian attire on red carpeted stairs, adorned with lanterns and floral arrangements, under a chandelier.

6. Outdoor Events/Reception Lighting:

Illuminate your Outdoor Events/Reception with these lighting pro-tips:

  • Embrace tent receptions for their versatile white canvas, perfect for enhancing flash photography

Aerial view of a decorated outdoor venue with tables and chairs arranged in a circular pattern. There's a red canopy in the center, surrounded by lights and greenery. A tent or canopy illuminated with lights is visible near the entrance. Pathways and parked cars are seen on the periphery.
Outdoor wedding stage with a white and gold theme, featuring a decorated sofa, curtain backdrop with initials R&S, string lights above, and floral arrangements at the front.
A joyful couple, dressed in elegant attire, is laughing and embracing in a festive, illuminated setting with decorative lights and palm leaves.

  • Elevate the ambience with dazzling chandeliers or lanterns for an extra touch of elegance.

  • For open-air receptions under the stars, enhance the enchantment with strands of twinkle lights and candles in hurricane vases for warmth and depth.

  • Transform your outdoor setting into a captivating wonderland with the right combination of lighting elements

Collage of decorative lighting for an event, featuring red and white paper lanterns, a white couch with hanging lanterns backdrop, bottle-shaped lamps, and glowing candles along a walkway at night.
Outdoor wedding setup with rows of white covered chairs facing a floral decorated stage with chairs; warm, romantic lighting.

7. Outdoor Daytime Ceremonies:

Optimize your OUTDOOR DAYTIME CEREMONIES with these strategic timing tips:

  • Choose the ideal window, ideally 2-3 hours before sunset or within 2 hours of sunrise, for the most flattering natural light.

  • Ensure even lighting on skin tones by selecting a time when sunlight is gentle, minimizing harsh shadows.

  • Guarantee uniform illumination for both the bride and groom, preventing uneven lighting conditions.

  • Enhance your outdoor ceremony with the soft, flattering glow of golden-hour sunlight.

Beach wedding ceremony setup with floral decorations, white chairs with gold sashes, and an arch under a clear blue sky.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with decorated stage and chairs on grass
Outdoor event setup with chairs and tables on grass, decorated with flowers and lanterns, surrounded by trees.
Colorful outdoor wedding tent with pink and yellow drapes, groups of people socializing, and vibrant seating arrangements on green grass.
Woman twirling in colorful traditional dress under floral arch with decorations, surrounded by trees and palm leaves.

8. Facing the Sun:

Maximize your outdoor ceremony's visual impact by avoiding direct sun exposure:

  • Opt for strategic positioning that minimizes harsh sunlight, preventing uneven shadows and highlights.

  • Ensure flawless photography and videography results by avoiding direct sunlight, which can't be rectified in post-processing.

A couple in traditional Indian wedding attire seated, surrounded by family and friends, with garlands and festive decorations in the background.

9. Decor Colour Themes:

Select decor colors that complement, rather than match, the bride's outfit for stunning visual contrast or else it can lead to the bride blending into the background.

A bride and groom in traditional Asian wedding attire sitting on a ornate white and gold couch, with the bride in a red and gold embellished lehenga and the groom in a tan sherwani and turban, against a floral backdrop.

10. Distinguishable Styles:

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Stand out on your wedding day by avoiding matching attire with this crucial rule: No matching-matching allowed!

  • Ensure the bride and groom shine individually with distinct styles that showcase their unique personalities.

  • Opt for complementary clothing instead, allowing for coordinated details that enhance your overall look.

  • Embrace subtle coordination, such as matching details like the groom's stole or turban to the bride's outfit.

A couple embracing on a beach, dressed in traditional Indian wedding attire. The woman is wearing a white lehenga and the man is in a dark sherwani. The ocean waves are visible in the background.

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