Hindu x English Colourful Fusion Summer Wedding in London

The bride and groom stand against a super bright crimson wall, holding up their ring fingers as if they're flipping the bird. Ollie, the groom, is wearing a cream linen suit with no tie, and a bright orange contrasted button hole flower. Krishna, the bride, is adorned in traditional Hindu attire with bright, colourful flowers embroidered on. They're both smiling from ear to ear.

The Main Event

November 16, 2023

The bride and groom stand against a super bright crimson wall, holding up their ring fingers as if they're flipping the bird. Ollie, the groom, is wearing a cream linen suit with no tie, and a bright orange contrasted button hole flower. Krishna, the bride, is adorned in traditional Hindu attire with bright, colourful flowers embroidered on. They're both smiling from ear to ear.

Words by: Rebel Copy Co.

When you think of a mid-summer wedding, what’s the first thing you think of? For me, it’s always COLOUR. And this wildly colourful fusion summer wedding was absolutely no disappointment when it comes to that.  

Set in South London, Krishna and Ollie had their August wedding at Refettorio Felix, mixing their cultures of Hindu and English. They included children in the wedding party, their dog(!), and ordered in KFC for their guests late into the reception. What’s not to love?

Getting Ready

The bride gets her makeup done, and is beaming. She is sat down with her traditional Hindu outfit on that is adorned with embroidered flowers of all different colours. The lighting is bright and summery.

Krishna got ready for their wedding day at home, surrounded by her girls. The vibe was sooo relaxed, and everyone was just so happy and chilled. 

Traditional Indian Hindu jewellery. The gold of the jewellery stands out against the dark background. It's in a flatlay birds eye angle.
The bride's pastel pink shoes are set on an antique wooden chair, along with her Chloé perfume.
Traditional Hindu wedding attire, hanging up against a light wood wardrobe. The top and skirt are cream but covered in colourful embroidered flowers of pink, red, turquoise, green, and blues.
A bridesmaid is getting her makeup done in a silk dressing gown
A flowergirl cuddling a happy dog
A flowergirl getting her traditional Hindu attire on for the wedding
The bride's mother helping her put on her traditional Hindu wedding outfit. The photo is in black and white but you can still see the beauty of the embroidered flowers on the top and skirt.
The bride's bridal henna on her fingers and palms. She's holding her hands up to cover her face, except her stunning eyes.

I caught up with the guys once Krishna and the girls were all ready. Ollie and the boys were all so relaxed as well, sipping on a cheeky pint before the ceremony. It was at this point I just knew the day was going to be so relaxed and full of genuine fun and smiles. 

The groom having his bout
The groom's party crossing the road in central London, with their backs to the camera
The groom and his party all lined up against a dark wall
The groom and his groomsmen having a pint before the ceremony
A groomsman laughing with another guest, holding a pint in a London pub

I managed to snap some shots of the stunning, colourful Hindu ceremony set up before anyone arrived.

A big, bright floral piece attached to the ceremony arch. It's made up of pinks, reds, oranges, and green.
A line up of wild flowers in little mismatched jars and bottles, with colourful silk ribbon lazily wrapped around them.
A view down the aisle. The ceremony aisle chairs have green foliage attached to them
The Hindu ceremony set up. Two chairs against a crimson curtain backdrop. There are fairy lights and flowers setting the scene.

Hindu Ceremony

In Krishna and Ollie’s Hindu ceremony, there are traditions that take place between the bride’s mother and father and the groom, before the bride arrives. This was the pinnacle of this colourful fusion summer wedding… This was so special to watch unfold, and seeing a beautiful mix of culture in the heart of London made me feel so full of love. It felt like such a beautiful privilege to witness these traditions, and capture them for Krishna and Ollie.

A flower girl in traditional Hindu dress ready to walk down the aisle
The mother of the bride and father of the bride at the start of the ceremony. The mother of the bride is wearing traditional Hindu attire of light pink and gold. Father of the bride is in a dusky cream linen suit.
Traditional hindu ceremony items
The mother of the bride applying a red dot to the groom's head during the first part of the Hindu ceremony
Traditional Hindu ceremony events with the mother of the bride, and the groom
A close up of the groom's face during the Hindu ceremony
A shot of the mother of the bride, father of the bride, and groom between them from the waist down
A snap of the Hindu vivāha timeline, printed onto sheets for the guests. It includes details on the Kanyadaan, Varmala, and other details of the ceremony traditions and process
Vivaah Homa, Laja Homa, Paanigrahan, and other traditional parts of Hindu wedding ceremony
Vivaah Homa, Laja Homa, Paanigrahan, and other traditional parts of Hindu wedding ceremony
Vivaah Homa, Laja Homa, Paanigrahan, and other traditional parts of Hindu wedding ceremony

Bride Arrival

After the first few parts of the ceremony were carried out, it was Krishna’s time! Krishna arrived in a traditional London black cab, in her traditional Hindu bridal wear. 

There were so many tears from the bride’s father, Ollie, and Krishna – I had to hold them back myself! I absolutely love these photos and how much they capture the emotion and joy in this moment. THIS is what wedding photography is all about. 

Guests turning around, expectant of the bride's arrival to the ceremony
The flower girl walking down the aisle, spreading petals. She's wearing traditional Hindu dress of orangey red.
The bride walking down the aisle of her traditional Hindu wedding
The groom seeing his bride for the first time at the end of the aisle
The groom waiting for his bride as she makes her way down the aisle at their Hindu ceremony
The bride wipes away a tear as she arrives at the end of the aisle at her hindu wedding ceremony
The groom crying from seeing his bride at the end of the aisle
Father of the bride crying as he sees his daughter at the end of the aisle

I’ll be honest – this MIGHT be the most wedding ceremony photos I’ve ever taken for a couple. I couldn’t stop snapping, and when it came to editing, I couldn’t stop adding photos in. There were just too many special and beautiful moments. 

Drinks & Canapes

After the ceremony everyone headed down to The Atlas pub for drinks and canapes. The sun was beaming for this colourful fusion summer wedding in the middle of London.

The bride at The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London, smiling with her guests
Guests taking a selfie with the bride at canapes at The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
The bride and her friends and guests smiling outside The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
The groom and mother of the groom
The bride lovingly putting the mother of the bride's hair behind her ear
Two guests and their little girl, who is a flower girl at the wedding party
A guest smiling with her drink at the post ceremony canapes at The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
The groom and his groomsmen posing outside The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
Guests laughing in the sun outside The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London
A guest smiling in the sun at The Atlas Pub on Seagrave Road, South West London

Venue Transformation

During drinks, Refettorio Felix was transformed from the ceremony venue, into a stunning, colourful reception venue. Guests started piling in, filling up the wildflower and polaroid adorned tables. Speeches were made, tears were shed, and so many good mems were made.

The bride and groom with all of their guests
Bright red and pink flowers in little jars as wedding reception table centre pieces
Long tables at the reception with Bright red and pink flowers in little jars as wedding reception table centre pieces
Polaroid photo prints as table numbers placements at reception wedding breakfast meal
Bright red and pink flowers in little jars as wedding reception table centre pieces
The father of the bride at the wedding reception
Bright red and pink flowers in little jars as wedding reception table centre pieces. Guests laughing candidly in the background.
Candid photo wedding reception breakfast meal
Candid photo guests at wedding reception breakfast meal
Bride speech at wedding reception
Groom reaction
Candid photo wedding reception breakfast meal
Bride and groom cutting cake
Guests on the dancefloor wedding reception
Bride and groom first dance
Dancefloor wedding photos
Guests on the dancefloor wedding reception
Bride and groom on the dancefloor
Bride and groom hugging

From the vivid colours and golds of traditional Indian outfits, to the subtle pastels and refined tones of English summer, the blend of colours was an absolute DELIGHT to capture. The intricate embroidery, adornments and decor were such a stunning testament to the rich cultural heritage of Krishna’s family. 

It was evident the whole day that this fusion wedding wasn’t your usual London wedding; it was a celebration of diversity and the love around it. It was such an honour to be part of this vibrant, colourful day in Krishna and Ollie’s life.

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