A Joyous Indian Wedding Filled with Color and Culture in Houston

The bride and groom smiling at each other in traditional Indian attire. — Photo: Ama by Aisha | Sangeet Venue: The Astorian | Ceremony + Reception Venue: Corinthian Houston | Cocktail Hour: The Vault at Corinthian Houston

Reena and Ankit’s love story has been years in the making. The childhood friends remained close, catching up whenever they were in the same city. Their friendship deepened during the pandemic, when daily conversations became their new norm. After their long-awaited first date, both felt it was worth trying a long-distance relationship. “Our relationship came as an unexpected surprise to both of us since we had been friends for so long, which, in our opinion, is the best way to start a relationship,” Reena says.

In September 2022, during a dreamy vacation in Greece and Lisbon, Ankit planned the perfect proposal in Santorini. “I don’t remember anything he said, but I do remember his face, the beautiful weather, scenic view, and, of course, how much love I felt for him in that moment. And, of course, the ring!” Reena says.

The couple celebrated their union in November 2023 with a traditional Indian wedding. The festivities kicked off with a colorful sangeet at The Astorian, with dancing and performances. The wedding ceremony was held at the stunning Corinthian Houston, which was adorned with soft-hued florals and verdant greenery.

An intimate cocktail hour followed in The Vault at Corinthian Houston before the grand reception, which dazzled in silver, black and blue. “We spent a lot of time practicing our first dance, so getting to perform that was fun and exciting,” Reena says. The couple’s wedding was made even more memorable, with family and friends traveling from around the world and sharing in a joyful week of festivities together.

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The bride and groom looking at each other and smiling at The Astorian with colorful decor hanging from the ceiling.

A tree holding party favors at The Astorian.

The bride dancing in traditional Indian attire while guests cheer her on.

Four women wearing traditional Indian attire dancing.

The bride smiling as she reveals her Indian attire to her dad.

The groom's father holding the groom's face and smiling.

The groom smiling while sitting in a convertible in downtown Houston.

The bride and three bridesmaids looking out the window.

The groom being lifted in the street during his Baraat.

The groom dancing with guests during his baraat.

The ceremony with hundreds on gold chairs leading up to the altar decorated with soft-hued florals.

The altar decorated with soft-hued florals and six white chairs.

Indian decor under a floral and greenery arch in the ceremony space.

The bride walking up to the groom while his eyes are closed before his first look.

The bride and groom smiling about to hug during their first look.

The bride and groom smiling in their traditional Indian attire.

The bride and groom's hands. The groom's henna reads "Reena & Ankit".

The bride smiling big while walking down the aisle.

The bride and groom hugging during their traditional Indian ceremony.

The bride and groom practicing traditions during their Indian wedding ceremony.

The bride and groom holding hands about to walk back down the aisle after their ceremony.

The bride and groom dancing under a floral canopy.

The groom dipping the bride with downtown Houston as their backdrop.

The bride and groom touching noses and smiling in their traditional Indian attire.

The bride in dark blue traditional Indian attire and the groom in a suit standing in the Vault at Corinthian Houston.

The reception space with gold decor and floral centerpieces.

The sweetheart table overlooking the dance floor with a screen that has an "RA".

The groom lifting the bride during their first dance.

The bride and groom on the stage while guests dance in front of them.

“A Joyous Indian Wedding Filled with Color and Culture in Houston” Spotlight WiH Partners- Sangeet Venue: The Astorian | Ceremony + Reception Venue: Corinthian Houston | Cocktail Hour: The Vault at Corinthian Houston

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