A Multicultural Marriage Ceremony for Neetu and Jonathan
One of our favorite things about hosting weddings at the Villa is watching the unique way each couple incorporates their personalities, their families, and their cultures into their big day. And nowhere was this beautiful blend of culture, family, and true love visible than with Neetu and Jonathan, whose wedding combined elements of LDS faith and Indian culture into one stunning ceremony.
For their big day, these high school sweethearts decorated the La Stanza Chianciano with beautiful arrangements of roses and begonias in white, red, and pink. As the ceremony started, Jonathan stood at the altar in a sharp blue suit and burgundy tie, anxiously awaiting his beautiful bride. Soon, she was on her way down the aisle with one parent on each arm — and she looked absolutely lovely in her white, two-piece sari with a lacy, a-line skirt, a gold-trimmed sash, and stunning diamond jewelry.
The ceremony was short and sweet, with elements of both the bride and groom’s family cultures. The officiant read a bible verse and led the guests in a brief prayer, and Neetu and Jonathan adorned each other with flower garlands (or malas) to symbolize their union. And of course, the ceremony was full of heartfelt moments between the couple; during her vows, Neetu called Jonathan her “rock,” and Jonathan reminisced fondly on when they first met.
Soon, the couple sealed their union with a kiss (yay!) and it was time to start partying!
The couple shared their first dance to “18” by One Direction before sitting down to a delicious Indian dinner, courtesy of local restaurant Curry Garden.
Guests danced, enjoyed cake and hot chocolate, and played a few fun rounds of the shoe game to round out the evening!
This wedding was filled with love and laughter, and we were so thrilled to be a part of it. Congratulations to Neetu and Jonathan! We wish you both all the happiness in the world.