The Traditions

Afterward, it was off to Embassy Suites Hotel to enjoy a buffet luncheon in the atrium. At 5 p.m., the crowd re-convened in the hotel's main ballroom for the Hindu ceremony. This time, Archna was adorned in a traditional Indian bridal gown, a handmade scarlet satin garment with elaborate gold embroidery. Her hands and feet displayed intricately patterned Henna designs.