Black and Gold Traditional Indian Wedding in Houston

Bride in a black and gold gown and groom in a dark green suit touching foreheads and holding each other at reception — Photo: Bella Lumi | Venue: Marriott CityPlace at Springwoods Village

Pooja and Leonardo’s love story began during their first year of Internal Medicine residency, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. “I saw how patiently and gracefully she took care of everything she needed to get done and was so calm and collected,” the groom says. A few months later, an unexpected freeze caused a power outage, and Pooja needed to charge her phone. Fortunately, Leo happened to have a generator. They talked through the night, and from there, everything fell into place.

During a family ski trip to Vail, Colorado, Leonardo planned the most breathtaking proposal. He had originally arranged for it to happen later in the trip, but he just couldn’t wait, so he asked the photographer to reschedule. With a breathtaking backdrop of snow-capped mountains and city views, Pooja said “yes!”

In February 2024, the couple pledged their love at Marriott CityPlace at Springwoods Village. The festivities began with a haldi and a vibrant sangeet, featuring a multicolored dance floor packed with guests. Pooja and Leonardo said “I do” with a traditional Indian wedding ceremony and a church service that lovingly blended their cultures. The bride says, “Creating our special vows was so meaningful for us, and being able to say them in the church in front of our loved ones: family, parents, friends, and God was truly the most incredible moment ever!”

The celebration continued after the ceremonies, where the reception featured another stunning outfit change for the newlyweds. Set against a classic black and gold color palette in a spacious ballroom with an open dance floor, the evening was filled with joy. Pooja and her family delighted guests with traditional Indian dances, setting the tone for a night of nonstop music and celebration. The bride says, “We will cherish that forever!”

Continue scrolling for all the romantic details from this black and gold traditional Indian wedding!

Congratulations, Pooja & Leonardo!

Groom spinning the bride in traditional indian attire

Bride and groom in yellow Haldi paste from ceremony

bride standing and smiling in red traditional Indian gown on the dance floor

Bride and groom holding and smiling at each other on the dance floor

Bride and two family members doing a traditional Indian dance on the dance floor

Mother of the bride helping the bride get ready in her red traditional Indian wedding gown.

Groom in traditional Indian attire performing the Baraat riding in on a white horse.

Bride and groom walking down the aisle with petals being thrown at them.

Bride standing outside in her traditional white wedding gown and veil

Bride and groom kissing at the altar of the church

Bride and groom kissing outside of the church in front of a vintage car after ceremony

Bride and groom inside the vintage car smiling at each other and bride holding a white bouquet.

Bride standing and smiling at recepetion in her black and gold gown.

Bride and groom dancing together with the dj in the back and guests cheering around them.

Bride and groom touching foreheads with their eyes closed and smiling

Groom picking up bride and spinning her around in her black and gold dress on the dance floor.

“Black and Gold Traditional Indian Wedding in Houston” Spotlight WiH Partner- Venue: Marriott CityPlace at Springwoods Village

Contributing Vendors: Photo: Bella Lumi / Storybook Event / Mandap Creations / Narin Bombay Brasserie / The Flour Petal bakery / Seema Gujral / Q Clothier / Epique Cinema / Desi Junction / DIVISI Strings / Bonnie Goodrich Harpist / Shiv Dhol / Grupo Bachata / Monarch Limousine / Sams Limousine / Ms Painted Lady / Manolo Blahnik / Tiffany & Co. / Santoni / Chianti Bridesmaids Dress

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