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Elegantly Whimsical Rainy Day Indian-American Fusion Wedding

Elegant wedding portrait bride in red lehenga and groom

Oh my pretty! Veena and Jonathan’s rainy day wedding is a cultural fusion of both Indian and American traditions. Vibrant florals, golden elephants and pops of pink, red and gold set the scene for their best day ever at the lovely Woodlawn Manor in Maryland, and you won't believe just how pretty it all turned out. 

With the support of their friends and family from all over the world, they celebrated their special day in style and a little rain wasn't going to stop them from enjoying every moment. Check out the full gallery here for more must-have details from this amazing day from the talented Anna + Mateo Photography

Vibrant red lehenga with sparkling gold embroidery

Woman in flowing red Indian dress poses gracefully Elegant Indian bride in red saree with a vibrant bouquet

Bride holds colorful floral wedding bouquet with ribbons

Bride groom share romantic kiss under umbrella rain Bride and groom under umbrella on rainy wedding day

Rainy day wedding

From Anna + Mateo Photography: Veena and Jonathan's colorful Indian-American fusion wedding was a perfect start to fall. They brought together their loved ones from around the globe and wanted a fun celebration, focusing on happy moments with so many people they loved-- together in one spot. The day couldn't have been more joyful; although hurricane Michael was in full-force on the East Coast, they crossed their fingers for clear skies, and the rain cleared up fifteen minutes before their ceremony was to begin.

Romantic gazebo with flowing drapes and colorful wedding flowers

Lush vibrant floral arrangement hangs on wedding arch Lovely floral chair decoration with pink rose and ribbon

Wedding sign says pick a seat not a side loved by groom and bride

Bride and groom at traditional Indian wedding ceremony Bride and groom share a tender embrace at their wedding Smiling newlyweds walk through confetti at wedding

Fusion of culture

Even amidst the rain of the afternoon, Veena and Jonathan couldn't stop smiling. They wanted to pay tribute to both their Indian and American cultures, while adding elements that were personal to them. Veena dressed in a traditional red Sari for the ceremony, with beautiful red, silver, and gold accessories, and then she changed into a bright pink sari for the party.

Romantic couple kissing in a lovely garden wedding setting

Joyful couple in pink Indian attire embraces in garden Joyful bride and groom outdoor garden wedding moment

Wedding tent entrance with vintage welcome mirror and seating charts

Elegant tent wedding reception setup with pink decor Vibrant floral centerpiece and wooden table number 2 Romantic table setting with coral and burgundy decor

Bright and Happy

Other elements of Indian culture that were tied into the day were the Vidaai ceremony, where the parents drop rice on the newlyweds, as well as the bride and groom's golden elephant place cards. The Girls from Main Street brought their vision of a bright and happy wedding to life with their gorgeous floral design, featuring a variety of fall florals, as well as beautiful textured linens, mirrored calligraphy, and rustic elements to tie in the countryside vibes of the historic Maryland Woodlawn Manor that they chose for a venue.

If you're loving this American Indian fused wedding, be sure to check out this chic cross cultural wedding here for more must-have ideas!

Vibrant flower centerpiece with log base and table number

Festive outdoor table setting with colorful flowers Elegant table setting with Mrs card elephant holder

Elegant wedding table setting with flowers and candles

Joyful couple enters wedding reception with guests Joyful guests dance energetically at a festive party

Groom kisses his bride at a beautiful wedding reception

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