Galu Beach Muslim Wedding
It was a day that felt like fate had intervened - the very day of our own wedding anniversary, we found ourselves witnessing a wedding that was nothing short of a dreamy, romantic fairytale. There's something about small and intimate weddings that makes them truly special, and Fareena and Zoheb's celebration was no exception.
As I looked on, surrounded by the love and warmth of the couple's closest friends and family, I couldn't help but be moved by the beauty of their love. It was a love that seemed destined as if their souls had found each other for a reason far greater than we can ever comprehend. And it was an honor to witness this beautiful moment unfold.
The setting was nothing short of breathtaking - the Galu Diani Beach, with its crystal-clear waters and white sandy shores, provided the perfect backdrop for an elegant Muslim beach wedding. With only 20 of their nearest and dearest in attendance, the atmosphere was intimate and filled with an overwhelming sense of joy and love.
Capturing these moments on camera was truly a privilege, and I am eternally grateful to the couple and their family for entrusting me with such an important task. And to my own husband, who shared this special day with me and our stunning couple, I am forever grateful for your patience and support.
May God bless Fareena and Zoheb's marriage with love, happiness, and many beautiful moments to come. This was a wedding to remember, and one that I will cherish forever.
FROM THE BRIDE:
HOW/WHEN/WHERE DID YOU FIRST MEET?
We met in medical school on orientation day! it was October 17th, 2005.
HOW/WHEN/WHERE DID THE PROPOSAL HAPPEN?
Funnily enough, he went down on one knee during our engagement shoot:) Lol, this was after two previous attempts in which he had planned a proposal but then plans changed!
WHAT WAS THE VISION FOR YOUR WEDDING, THE STYLE/COLOR/SCHEME?
Beach wedding, with blue and gold.
HOW MANY GUESTS?
20 guests
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE YOUR WEDDING VENUE?
We had both dreamed of a beach wedding, Mzima house was the first location we saw and we fell in love with it!
DESCRIBE THE CEREMONY, AND WHAT MADE IT UNIQUE/SPECIAL:
Having a nikah on a beach is not entirely traditional but that made it even more special for us also having our closest friends and family to celebrate that moment with us made it all the more memorable.
DESCRIBE THE RECEPTION, WHICH MADE IT UNIQUE/SPECIAL:
We had a small reception with family and a few friends, after which we had our first dance! we did a salsa dance for our first dance which will always be special to us.
DESCRIBE THE FLOWERS USED FOR FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS:
Flowers followed the blue and gold theme, we used baskets instead of vases, and for the flowers we used white roses, and lilies which are my favorite together with.
WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION FOR YOUR WEDDING CAKE?
We both love chocolate cake and had it made to fit the blue and gold theme.
DESCRIBE THE FAVORS FOR GUESTS:
We got them baskets filled with a hippo made from soapstone and a blue heart with the wedding date engraved on it...we wanted to do something different from the traditional sweets that people usually get at a wedding and these were favors they could keep for years to come!
FEW WORDS ABOUT THE BRIDE AND GROOM EXPERIENCE:
A truly memorable experience, every moment was a highlight because we were starting our life journey together with the person of our dreams...but if we were to pick one out of the highlight reel, it would be the beach photoshoot.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR WEDDING?
We loved that we got to have our dream beach wedding with our special loved ones.
FROM YOUR EXPERIENCE, WHAT ADVICE OR TIPS WOULD YOU SHARE WITH OTHER COUPLES?
No matter how much you try to plan your day something will not go according to plan! Lol but try not to let it ruin your day and enjoy the lifetime memories you are creating
WHAT DO YOU THINK COUPLES WILL GET OUT OF THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH JAFASSAM PHOTOGRAPHY?
Not only is she excellent at what she does, she makes you feel comfortable and if you are camera shy like us by the end of your wedding you will be confident and happy.
YOUR FAVORITE LOVE OR INSPIRATION QUOTE?
"Every love story is beautiful, but ours is my favorite."
"All of me loves all of you."
ASSOCIATED VENDORS:
Location: Mzima house
Wedding dress: Australian Designer
Shoes: Valentino Rudy
Jewellery: Damas
Groom attire: Renzo Renaldi
Cake- Jasmin Harji
Flowers - Suzanne Ahamed
Decor - Shabbir
Makeup - Jeanne
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