June is celebrated as Pride month, devoted to the LGBTQIA+ community. Not only people, but brands across the world are also launching rainbow collections as an ode to Pride. With same-sex marriages being legalized in a few countries, people are finally able to celebrate their love in style. So as we power through another year filled with pride, here's looking at some of the best same-sex weddings in recent years. As the world gets more accepting of every community, these breath-taking ceremonies will give us both hope and courage for the future. Whether you're planning a wedding or just scouting for images that would define your dream nuptials, these pictures will leave you with a smile.
Keshav Suri and Cyril Feuillebois
When it comes to big fat same-sex weddings, Keshav Suri's nuptials in Goa tops the chart. A well-known name in the Indian hospitality industry, Suri tied the knot with his French entrepreneur, Cyril Feuillebois in December 2018. After a civil ceremony in Paris, the duo hosted a lavish wedding celebration at The LaLiT Golf & Spa Resort Goa. From the welcome pool party, the 80s Bollywood drag party to the ring exchange ceremony, the wedding is what dreams are made of. Adding to it were the custom made outfits by Shantanu & Nikhil.
Daniel Bauer and Tyrone Braganza
After three years of being together, Daniel Bauer and Tyrone Braganza tied the knot in 2019. Celebrity makeup artist and hairstylist Bauer's nuptials took place in a historic church in Hanau, Germany. To tie the knot, the couple also opted for a Hindu ceremony full of traditional rituals. Dressed in all white Shantanu & Nikhil ensembles, the duo looked dapper and suave.
Romit Deb and Walter Badillo
This duo looked ravishing in Sabyasachi ensembles for their wedding in Seville, Spain. Breaking the internet with their swoon-worthy nuptial ceremony, the grooms were gleaming in love. Although the couple got married in 2015, it was in 2020 that couturier Sabyasachi posted the images on Instagram that made the wedding go viral. Complementing the Romit’s black sherwani was a beautiful jaal stole that perfectly matched the printed kurta.
Sundas Malik and Anjali Chakra
Sundas Malik and Anjali Chakra got into a union last year, and to celebrate their anniversary, they shared some adorable pictures on Instagram. Both the ladies were dressed in beautiful Indian wear, seen posing under an umbrella amid rains in pastel colour saris and in front of a heritage building wearing lehengas in bright hues. The duo beautifully finished their looks with traditional jewellery.
Anuja Ankola and Adrienne Rochetti
Anuja Ankola and Adrienne Rochetti’s story prove that nothing can stop us from love even when across the globe. While Anuja hails from India, Adrienne is from America. When they fell in love and decided to tie the knot, the duo chose to respect each other's traditions and chose their attire. Anuja stuck to her Indian roots and opted for a traditional red lehenga, while Adrienne opted for a white wedding gown. Choosing to get married in nature, the wedding ceremony was truly blissful.