It’s been a busy couple weeks around here . . . new look, weddings in full swing, and trips to Atlanta. So I thought the best thing to do this week, is catch you all up on what’s going on for us here at Full Circle Eventi. So the format for the week’s blogs is going to veer just a smidge off the norm, so we can cover everything this week. Starting with our trip to Atlanta for the launch party of South Asian Bride Magazine, by far my favorite bridal magazine.

I took the trip solo, but had an absolute fabulous time at the event from the moment I stepped off my plane in Atlanta. Checking into The Artmore, a beautiful Spanish-style courtyard boutique hotel, proved to be a fantastic choice. I was overwhelmed at the beauty of the view from my room (first two pictures below), let alone stilling in the courtyard finishing up work for the week.

And then there was the party.

Sadaf Kherani proved to be as gracious and warm in person as she was in any email conversations we had leading up to the event. I had the pleasure of talking one on one with Sadaf about her vision and development of SAB and I am so excited to see the fabulous things she is bringing to the market.

The décor was also breathtaking. From the open arms greeting of the jewel encrusted woman to the cleverly incorporated doli, both top area Atlanta designers did an outstanding job sparking the imagination of designers everywhere.

The orange side of the room, which included the heavily adorned mannequin, was designed and created by Ragini Patel of Weddings InStyle. My favorite table is of course the ever popular pink and orange table. I love the tall stemmed and cylindrical vases filled with oversized orange crystal balls. The glowing candles and the rhinestone touches add an extra level of bling to really set this table apart. I was excited to here, while based in Atlanta, Ragini’s sister manages a second location in Cincinnati. I can’t wait to work with them here in MidWest!

On the purple side, designed by Utopian Events, I found myself continually drawn to the table below. I love the use of shapes in the centerpiece. I absolutely adore the flower tucked inside the crystal ball. I’m in love.

Oh, I almost forgot one of the most fun parts of the night! Photo booths! The photo booth provided by The Majestic Photobooth Co of Atlanta created a bit of crazy entertainment, for photo takers and anyone else standing around the booth. Sadaf was one busy lady in the booth, from pictures with her brother (photos on the left) to joining me (right), she took more pictures than a model at a photo shoot (you can check out everyone’s photos on the blog)!

An amazing flamenco guitarist, Rouzbeh Hoshmandy, entertained us for the evening. I took a quick video to upload to show you an overview of the whole room while he was playing. What a fantastic alternative to the standard strings or dinner music played by your dj to entertain guest during cocktails or dinner!

It was an amazing time, and of course, I was caught on the dance floor a couple times or two! It was a truly successful event, and just the beginning to all the new possibilities for my desi brides! Thanks Sadaf and South Asian Bride Magazine for being great hosts!

You can also check out more pictures from the event on South Asian Bride Magazine’s Facebook page and blog.