Indian culture meets western at this vibrant family ranch affair

On the eve of their wedding, Meredith and Abhinav hosted a festive welcome party for their loved ones to kick off their celebratory weekend. Wanting to celebrate Abhinav’s Indian heritage and welcome guests to Meredith’s family ranch in Texas, the couple embraced an Indian-Western fusion theme that paired paisley details with a bright color palette of celadon green, pink, orange, and yellow. The couple loved seeing their friends and family walking around the 100-year-old ranch in traditional Indian attire, capturing the essence of joining their cultures in marriage.

Meredith dazzled in a green and red saree next to her soon-to-be husband, who sported a striking black and khaki kurta.

Part of the property was transformed into an elegant lounge space with green draping, luxury rentals, and a custom bar serving signature cocktails that blended Indian and Western flavors (both were crowd favorites!).

In the barn, the dining space didn’t shy away from its rustic vibe, with bistro lights, candles, and greenery adorning open rafters and columns. The wood walls offered a glimpse into Meredith’s family history with hand-painted mementos for every major event they’ve celebrated at the ranch over the years (including her parents’ wedding!).

Patterned linens dressed long guest tables with small centerpieces of pink, yellow, and red blooms by Wedfully Yours—including marigolds, a traditional flower in Indian weddings. Place settings combined wooden chargers with pink-and-white china, tinted floral glassware, and emerald-and-gold flatware for a polished, elegant look. Guests enjoyed a menu of Indian dishes while listening to a diverse mix of country music and Indian music, along with Meredith and Abhinav’s favorite songs.

But perhaps the favorite element of their wedding was the beer burros! Dressed in whimsical flower crowns and carrying brackets of beer, Spicey and Trixie accepted all the pets and brought an extra joyful touch to the special evenings.