This is the day that Alia & Hasnaine get to see each other again for the first time in 3 days. As you go through this blog you will see that it’s only after they are finally officially married.
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With a beautiful outfit and accessories, Alia begins getting ready. Hints of fresh citrus and pineapple permeate the air as her Cool Water perfume adds an aromatically conducive environment. I have gained a new found passion for fragrances as we own Common Scents Perfume Store in Sherwood Park Mall.
The incredible detail in her outfit really made this a special shot
The “Imam Zamin” ceremony takes place and thereafter Alia's father hands her a copy of the Quran as he recites a short prayer.
From the house to the mosque Alia's sisters continue to hold the Quran over her head for protection
Alia makes her entrance with her Maid of Honour
Nika is recited. This ceremony formalizes their marriage. Note: during prayers and ceremonies men and women are in different rooms, but you can hear the Nika being recited from either.
Prayers and Congratualtions
Some good laughs with her Maid of Honour
Alia pays her respects and says a short prayer.
The first shot of Hasnaine as a married man, as he awaits Alia
By far one of my favourite shots of the day. Hasnaine's reaction to seeing his wife for the first time that day.
Alia formally says good bye to her parents. This is the first shot of the married couple.
First "immediate family" shot.
We begin the bridal session. There were no events planned later that day, so we had a lot of time for some great shots.
After the Mosque we continue the bridal session at Queen Elizabeth Park
One of my favourite artistic shots
They totally pull off the Bollywood look.
Olden day Bollywood inspiration kicked in on the spot, looks like they are kissing but really they’re not
Some more Bollywood inspiration for the top right picture from Dil Wale Dulhania Le Jayange.
A picture can say a thousand words… this one says “Meant to be”
"To the world, you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world." Uknown
We end the bridal session at the Raddison Hotel in Vancouver. Day 5 to come tomorrow so be sure to check back for the last Bollywood inspired day.
