Kara & Mrig
November 2021
Mrig and Kara’s wedding day aesthetic is a blend of Eastern India and New England - the regions that their families call home. While being a world apart, with one region ancient and the other nascent by comparison, the overlapping hallmarks of the regions are compelling. Both are the bedrock of their countries' histories. Water is the lifeblood of both. And both have been home to notable philosophers, writers, academics, artists and global leaders.
Here’s how both Eastern India and New England have been represented in the design for Mrig and Kara’s wedding: Garlands dripping of richly colored buds - particularly carnations - gesture to the flower markets of Kolkata Fabric draped from the ceilings are inspired by saree markets across Eastern India as well as the sailcloth found in New England ports Candle and lantern treatments are inspired by sea lanterns Cushy velvet furniture like that found in a university library, with the furniture’s rich colors inspired by saree and flower markets. On the tables, accents of beach glass and mercury glass as well as the lush feel of colorful velvet and flowers. The Joinery, with handcrafted accents that lean into history, is the perfect backdrop for the blended design.
Vendor Team
These vendors came together to create a beautiful day for the gorgeous couple.
Those involved with Haldi:
Event Planner: Fierce Productions @fiercepros
Event Coordinators: @fierceprohannah @burst_zaire
Venue/Catering: The Robey @therobeychicago
Photographer for Haldi: Mike Alcazaren @aeroalcky
Photographer for Cocktail Party: Allison Williams Photography @allisonwilliamsphotography
Floral Design: Leelee's Garden @leeleesgarden
Henna Artist: Hennaz Art Shop @hennazartshop
Signage/Calligraphy: XO Art and Design @xoartanddesign
Peacock Chairs: Bowery and Bash @boweryandbash
Linens: Tablescapes Event Rentals @tablescapeschgo
Dupatta for Welcome Cocktail Party: @tilfi_banaras
Wedding Team:
Event Planner: Fierce Productions @fiercepros
Event Coordinators: @fierceprohannah @burst_zaire
Venue: The Joinery @thejoinerychicago
Photographer: Allison Williams Photography @allisonwilliamsphotography
Catering: The Caterist @cateristchicago
Floral Design: Leelee's Garden @leeleesgarden
Signage/Calligraphy: XO Art and Design @xoartanddesign
Dessert: ECBG Cake Studio @ecbg_studio
Officiant: Cantor Joanna P. Lind (on twitter: @CantorJPLind)
DJ: Cage and Aquarium @cageandaquarium @djligo312
Beauty: Fearless and Bella @fearlessandbella
Furniture Rentals: Bowery and Bash @boweryandbash
Linens: BBJ Linen @bbjlinen
Video: Vanilla Video @vanillavideo
Get Ready Location: The Robey @therobeychicago
Transportation: Signature Transportation @ridestg
Dress Shop: Lovely Bride @lovelybridechicago
Dress Designer: Louvienne @louvienne
Suit: Nicholas Joseph Custom Suits @customsuitsyou
Safa and Sherwani: Manyavar @manyavar
Dupatta: Harleen Kaur @harleenkaur.us
Rings: Windy City Diamonds @windycitydiamonds