Love in Central California
The Wedding of Kamal and Gurinder Sidhu
Bride: Kamal Mann
Groom: Gurinder Sidhu
Wedding Date: October 14, 2024
Location: Central California
Guest Number: 500
In the age of digital romance, love stories unfold in unexpected ways. For Kamal and Gurinder Sidhu, their journey from Instagram acquaintances to life partners is a modern-day love story that culminated in a spectacular wedding celebration in the heart of Central California.
“Our love story is my favorite,” Kamal reminisces. “We met on Instagram when Gurinder saw me on VaraichVanity’s page. I noticed he followed me and I paid no mind to it. A few weeks later, I noticed he followed me again and liked my pictures. I played the game back and it started off with a DM from Gurinder that stated, 'Thanks for the love, haha,' and the rest was history.”
Their virtual exchange blossomed into a whirlwind romance that culminated in a proposal fit for a storybook. “Gurinder proposed to me in Paris, France, in front of the Eiffel Tower,” Kamal recalls. “I will never forget when I captured a moment before the proposal of him rubbing his pocket in the elevator and I happened to catch it on video. Which I later realized was the ring. He planned this photo shoot for us and was on his knee asking me to be his wife moments after.”
The wedding planning process was a labor of love for Kamal and Gurinder, who meticulously curated every detail of their special day over the course of a year and a half. “I was extremely blessed that Gurinder was so hands on and was part of the process till the end. He took care of a lot of the weight on both ends. The biggest challenge we had, was trying to finalize our wedding outfits. Sadly, I gave Gurinder about two days to pick his outfit as I took the entire three weeks up in India while selecting mine.”
From emotional ceremonies to fun celebrations, each moment was infused with meaning and significance. “Each event was so special to me. I think being a bride getting married is very different compared to the groom. Gurinder had a party for 10 days straight. Where as my side, we were a lot more emotional for every event.” One particularly memory stands out for Kamal: “my favorite moment that always comes to mind is when Prophec was singing our first dance song and Gurinder looked at me and had tears in his eyes. He was so emotional and filled with so much love. I looked at him and said,
“ We did it, my love.”
Central to their wedding experience were the talented vendors who brought their vision to life. From Varaich Vanity, their makeup artist and “vacholan”, to Brellow, their photography and videography team, each vendor played a vital role in creating a memorable and magical event.
“Our vendors played a huge role in our wedding. Starting off by Varaich Vanity who was my makeup and hair artist. We call her our vacholan since she technically introduced us. Our wedding dates were planned around her availability. She played a huge role in the entire week and was my biggest support team. We curated looks that fit my style and being in her glam chair was my favorite way to start off the days. I will never forget wedding morning before she got there, she told me to wake up and pray. She’s more than an artist, she’s family.”
“Brellow, our video and photography. I grew up watching their wedding highlights since a little girl and they were one of my dream vendors. The best team we have ever worked with. From the second we booked them til the end. They created such a safe space for us and truly felt like family. I had told them my biggest request was for them absolutely leave everyone in tears with the highlight video, and they did just that.”
The stunning venues, including the picturesque Nirvana Estate and the majestic Clovis Castle, provided the perfect backdrop to capture their love.
Kamal chose a breathtaking outfit by Marwar Couture for the wedding day. “My looks were so important to me. I never shyed away from being unique. Which was my main focus. I would say my wedding look has to be everyone’s and my personal favorite. I knew I wanted to wear Marwar Couture for my wedding and when I visited them in New Delhi, I fell in love with my outfit. It was filled with intricate detail and was so different from anything I have ever seen. My family convinced me to look in Punjab. However, my father in law and Gurinder took my back to Delhi for a day trip where we woke up at 3am and got to Delhi by 10am. I tried on my wedding lehnga and walked out, my father in law instantly said, “this is the one”. That moment will be so special to me because in that moment I felt like I was officially a daughter to another family who supported and loved me endlessly.”
As they embark on this new chapter of their lives together, Kamal and Gurinder offer sage advice to couples embarking on their own journey of love and forever after: Have fun! This is the most special time of your life. It is no joke when they say it flies by. Remember, there can be so much that doesn’t go your way but it’s out of your control at that point. Just take it for as it is, enjoy it, and know everything is happening the way it’s suppose to.
In the picturesque landscapes of Central California, Kamal and Gurinder Sidhu's love story unfolds like a dream, reminding us all that true love knows no bounds and that fairytales can come true, one Instagram like at a time.
WEDDING DAY VENDORS
Henna: Jotty Shenna Glam
Photography + Videography: Brellow
Makeup + Hair: Varaich Vanity
Attire: Marwar Couture
Jewelry: Her Fashion Vault
Venue: The Nirvana Estate
Decor: Umbhi Creations
DJ: DJ KSD
RECEPTION VENDORS
Photography: Brellow + Kaybaconphoto
Makeup + Hair: Varaich Vanity
Attire: BoraHoneys
Jewelry: Hazoorilal Legacy
Venue: The Clovis Castle
DJ: DJ Wicked
Henna: Jotty Shenna Glam
May 17, 2024
By TK