Jesleen and James

James (Jim) and Jesleen meet in 2015 via e-Harmony online dating while both lived in New York City. When they finally agreed to meet, they almost didn’t have their first date as Jim got food poisoning in the morning and ended up in the emergency room. He did recover in time to get to the date that evening—and they’ve been together ever since.

The proposal came during a long weekend in Bermuda. The couple’s rooms were not ready when they arrived, and the hotel kept their bags while they spend a few hours exploring. Unbeknownst to Jesleen, Jim had the engagement ring in his bag, which meant he was unwilling to let the hotel keep his bags, which Jesleen thought was odd. Once the couple was on the beach, the mood was romantic, and Jim chose this moment to propose.

Jesleen and her mom loved spending time researching wedding ideas, taking advantage of all the good suggestions on Pinterest, and soon they had a very clear idea of what they wanted.

The groom arrived astride a horse with Punjabi music and bhangra setting the mood. The flower girls and ring bearer held the bride’s heavy lehenga as she arrived at the ceremony, followed by her bridesmaids. The theme was bright colors with orchids, purples and hot pinks. Two nearly life-size elephant structures covered in moss marked the entrance into the reception. At the reception we had several choreographed dances, including one with the bride and groom to “Hal Kaisa Jaanab.”

The couple’s advice to others planning their wedding: Have fun with it!