A Modern Heirloom: Bridal Inspiration For The Desi Girlies
As a wedding photographer and foremost a creative, my goal is simply to create. So when I saw a gap in the Indian bridal editorial world of Pinterest, I decided that I needed to create something I wasn’t seeing. I want to see more Indian bridal inspo from real people…and NOT celebrities. So here is my take on a modern dulhaan (bride), in one of her many gorgeous outfits that she will adorn for her multi-day celebration. Her Sangeet look is a modern, sexy look, with a touch of fashion editorial, because which bride doesn’t see herself as a cover-worthy star? This look is a masterclass in contemporary bridal styling that pays homage to the Indian tradition while embracing a modern, artistic, and fashionable sensibility.
HMUA, Jenny Bowker played with an open, loose wave system for the bride’s hair. For the skin, a dewy glow with pearls to accent the look, gives it a playful, ethereal vibe. Hues of pink highlight skin tones and attire, while bold jewelry makes it a statement.
The bride is wearing a custom lehengha (skirt) made in India. She swapped the traditional blouse for a pearl bralette, to give it sexy, anti-bridal look.
Kim Jeyaraj is the founder of DavidAnn Weddings, a Portland-based wedding photographer known for capturing multicultural celebrations through a design-forward lens. With over a decade of experience, Kim specializes in blending editorial style with documentary depth. Her work has been featured in WedVibes, Oregon Wedding Day, Maharani Weddings and more. When she’s not photographing soul-stirring love stories, she’s reading diasporic literature or curating moodboards that mix fashion, faith, and heritage.
