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DESIGNER profiles ◗ Bridal veils Sheer Fantasy Veils become wearable dreamscapes in the hands of Nilah ◗ Wedding planning A Perfect Plan Renowned event planner Sonal J. Shah makes sure every detail of your big day is unforgettable Even the simplest of weddings involve a swirl of activity — appointments, schedules, deadlines and decisions, decisions, decisions. And if the nuptials also incorporate ethnic traditions, the level of complexity increases significantly, as does the potential for a stressed-out bride and groom. Sonal J. In order to make the entire wedding Shah process blissful, from the planning to the ceremony and reception, it’s vital to call in reinforcements. Reinforcements like the expert planning services of world-renowned celebrity planner, Sonal Shah of Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, with locations in New York City and Miami. Shah specializes in the perfect planning and execution of nuptials, regardless of size. “In fact, smaller weddings can sometimes be the most complex,” she says. “The couple pares back on volume, but replaces it with a more elaborate ceremony or more coordinated events within the wedding itself.” So, the wedding seems simpler but really is more difficult because of all the moving parts and the focus on planning becomes even more crucial. Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants offers everything from onehour consultations to day-of coordination to complete hands-on planning services for both contemporary weddings and weddings steeped in centuries-old traditions. Through a sensitivity born out of experience creating flawless ethnic weddings, Shah can anticipate difficulties and easily navigate the happy bride and groom past any potential obstacles. And that indeed is the key to starting a life of wedded bliss. For more information on weddings by Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, call 1-888-907-7060 or visit sjsevents.com. The wedding veil. It has grown from a simple way to maintain a little mystery for brides during that bygone age of arranged marriages to an integral part of the modern wedding ceremony — one that demands as much attention as other details for a fairytale wedding. And thanks to the visionary aesthetic of top wedding veil designer Nilah, the postmodern wedding veil can be more than an accent to the dress. It can be the focal point of the bride’s entire look, a stunning accoutrement that reflects the bride’s sensibilities Nilah (inset) and style. and one of Nilah’s creations her “wearable are sweeping, dradreamscapes” matic, intricately detailed and refined works of art. And that artwork begins with a keen observation of and conversation with the bride-to-be. “I look at the bride’s body type, what she’s trying to achieve look-wise and her personality,” Nilah says. “I also take into consideration her dress’ style, its flow, shape and fabrics … so the veil complements and enhances the overall presentation.” She then uses her background as a fine tailor and dressmaker to create a tactile one-of-its-kind dreamscape — a wearable dreamscape in the form of a veil that fulfills each bride’s fantasy of her most special day. “In essence, I’m a dream merchant,” she says. And the dream business is very, very good. For more information on Nilah’s custom creations, call 610-853-9822 or visit nilah.com. Special promotional section http://www.sjsevents.com http://www.nilah.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January - June 2011

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January 2011
Contents
Jewelry
Style
On the Runway
Bespoke Bride
Love Notes
Dinner Is Served
White Wedding
Trends, Packages, Honeymoons
Ace of Cakes

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January - June 2011