Elaine and Mairaj got married twice .. to each other!  Coming from two different cultures, Elaine and Mairaj decided to have two seperate wedding ceremonies.  The first was according to certain traditions and customs of Mairaj’s Indian heritage.  The next wedding ceremony a week later, would be an ‘American’ wedding.

This wedding day took place in the Hyatt in Jersey City, with a beautiful view of Manhattan.

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Some of the details of Elaine’s costume and jewelry ..

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Mairaj travelled to the front door of the Hyatt on a horse, accompanied by jubilant family members.

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Elaine watching the proceedings from the deck on the top floor.
(This image was taken by Elisabeth Millay who helped me on the day.)

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Elaine’s grand entrace into the ceremony …

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Elaine’s amusement at Mairaj’s joy when the two of them were pronounced married.

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Belly-dancers at the reception ..

.. and family members and guests ..

Elaine and Mairaj, thank you for the fascinating experience of being part of your wedding day!