Marriott International presents Shaadi by Marriott

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat brings to you the 2 ndedition in East India, in collaboration with ace designer Anita Dongre

Shaadi by Marriott, a one-of-a-kind customized wedding campaign, is already an established success storystaged byMarriott International Inc., the largest hospitality chain in the world. The impetus, since the first edition held at New Delhi in 2017,has been to create a niche, holistic bridalexperience that is unmatched and memorable right from its conception to its execution. It was initiated with the intention of personalising a complete wedding experience, right from the perfect venue and décor to great food and hospitality. Whether it’s the much sought-after‘Big Fat Indian Wedding’ or an intimate one, the objective of this initiative is to provide you with the best of the best for the most special day in your life, all under one roof.

After the stupendous success and enviable visibility of the first Shaadi by Marriott (East chapter) in November 2018 that held atJW Marriott Kolkata, the city’scrème-de-la-crèmewill get the privilege towitness luxury couture at the second edition to be held atThe Westin Kolkata Rajarhaton August 10, 2019.

This edition, envisioned to extend and continue the legacy of Shaadi by Marriottas well asbring it to the forefront; The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat as a perfect destination for Indian weddings. This Shaadi by Marriott will feature eminent Indian fashion designer Anita Dongre with her resplendent bridal collection.Dongre, of course,needs no introduction, after having been at the forefront in the business offashion for over two decades now and created one of the most successful fashion houses in India. Her wedding collection is an amalgamation of heritage and brilliant craftsmanship. In Shaadi by Marriott at The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat, Anita will be showcasing her festive winter 2019 collection called ‘Jaipur Love’. Inspired by Rajasthan’s rich heritage, every ensemble in this collection symbolises a love story in itself and showcases Indian aesthetics in sync with contemporary sensibilities.

In addition to the power-packed fashion sequence, you are sure to be enthralledby thethemed décor typifying the grandeur and opulence exhibited at a wedding, including a unique stage backdrop featuring prints inspired from the collection hanging from above. A special set featuring a ramp with a small heightened railing where live musicians will play folk music with the beautiful models serenading around them will create a blissful and mesmerizing Haveli Sangeet experience.

The good times in the evening will roll with the spectacular spread of menu and beverage selectionsthat will be specially customized for this occasion.You are sure to be spoilt for choice with the lavishshowcasingof appetisers, main course and desserts,aimed to generate a surreal shaadi ambiance. After all, the great Indian marriage saga today caters to a globally-travelled audience witha globally-exposed palette. In a bid to satiate every taste bud, the avant-garde menu will boast of the best of world cuisine comprisingAsian, European and Indian flavours. A special mention must be made for the Rajasthani counter in the Indian section that will be specially curated for the occasion to be married with the theme and mood of the evening. The cutting-edge culinary team of expertspromise to ensure a personal touch to each and every item, with hardto-resist flavours and aromas designed specially to impress the Indian palette. The strikingF&B set-up will be showcased using different spices in jars and traditional mortal-pestle and matkaas, proving to be an absolute visual delight as well as a perfect platform for the live audience to sample and interact.

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhatis already a popular destination when it comes to hosting upmarketand prestigiousweddings in the city. Incorporated with a bridal studio, it also boasts of one of the largest banquets in the city measuring 27,000 square feet (that can easily accommodate 1,500 guests) and ample parking facility.

In addition to this, the property also has a dedicated and qualified team of experts to fabricate as well as execute the classiest of weddings. The hotel also boasts of one of the city’s biggest waiting areas for the baarat, with an exclusive entry to the ballroom.Hosting such high octane events like Shaadi by Marriot will provide a further fillip in establishing this hotel’s positioning as the numerouno wedding venue in Kolkata.