Love, Culture, and Colour Like You’ve Never Seen Before
Some weddings make history, and this was one of them. Two incredible brides, a night of vibrant Sangeet dancing at The Left Bank in Hereford, and a Hindu ceremony at How Caple Court led by none other than Chanda Vyas, the UK’s first female Hindu priest, and Lesbian Hindu wedding photography by THE MAYS. It wasn’t just a wedding, it was a moment where love, culture, and representation came together in a riot of colour, music, and pure joy.
Lesbian Hindu weddings – where Love, Colour & Culture Collide
Two brides. One historic Herefordshire manor. And a Hindu ceremony led by the UK’s first female priest. From a vibrant Sangeet the night before to vows under the summer sky at How Caple Court, this was Lesbian Hindu Wedding Photography at its finest: colourful, soulful, and unapologetically full of joy.
The day began at the elegant Green Dragon Hotel in Hereford city centre, where the brides got ready together, laughter spilling across the room between the swish of silk sarees and the shimmer of gold jewellery. From the very start, there was a buzz in the air, not the polite hum of a formal wedding morning, but the sparkling energy of two women who knew they were about to live a once-in-a-lifetime day.
Their journey to How Caple Court was nothing short of cinematic, a taxi ride filled with excited glances and hands clasped tightly together, carrying them towards a ceremony unlike anything most guests had ever seen. Outside, the historic gardens glowed under the summer sun, ready to host a fusion of tradition and modernity, of deeply held faith and unapologetic love.
And there, at the heart of it all, was the moment everyone had been waiting for, the sacred rituals of a Hindu wedding, reimagined with inclusivity at its core. Chanda Vyas guided the ceremony with grace, warmth, and a presence that made history feel intimate. For many guests, this was their first time witnessing both a Hindu wedding and a same-sex wedding, a rare and beautiful blend that proves love always finds a way to shine through tradition.
KEY FACTS
Imagine the UK’s first female Hindu priest, Chanda Vyas, standing under a canopy of blooms, guiding two brides through vows that shimmered with history and heart.
A wedding that began the night before with a Sangeet that could light up the River Wye, music, laughter, and dancing until everyone’s cheeks hurt from smiling.
The next day? A cultural love fusion, rainbow ribbons, rich silks, the scent of fresh petals in the air, and two women promising forever in the Herefordshire countryside.
Every frame dripping with colour, emotion, and that spark you can’t stage, the way hands find each other in a crowd, the flicker of a smile, the tear no one meant to shed.
More than just a wedding. This was a celebration of love without borders, proof that when luxury meets inclusivity, magic happens.
A Celebration That Started the Night Before
Some weddings are so vibrant, they can’t be contained to just one day, and this was one of them. The festivities kicked off with a Sangeet celebration at The Left Bank in Hereford, where laughter, music, and colour filled the air. The brides, glowing with excitement, were surrounded by friends and family who had travelled from near and far to be part of something extraordinary. It was a night of dancing, singing, and pure joy, the perfect prelude to what would become one of the most unique celebrations we’ve ever captured in our lesbian Hindu wedding photography journey.
On the wedding morning, the two brides chose to get ready together at the elegant Green Dragon Hotel in the heart of Hereford. There was no “first look” drama here, just a calm, intimate morning filled with shared laughter, lipstick touch-ups, and the occasional happy tear. From the moment we arrived, it was clear: these two weren’t just celebrating a wedding; they were celebrating their lives, their cultures, and their love in a way that was unapologetically them.
A Historic Ceremony Led by the UK’s First Female Hindu Priest
When it comes to unforgettable wedding moments, this one will be hard to top. The brides arrived at How Caple Court, a hidden gem in the Herefordshire countryside, in a simple taxi ride that somehow felt symbolic: no pomp, no fuss, just two women in love, ready to make history.
Waiting for them was Chanda Vyas, the UK’s first female Hindu priest, a true pioneer in her field. Her presence alone carried weight, but her warm smile and graceful energy made the atmosphere feel intimate and deeply personal. For anyone passionate about lesbian Hindu wedding photography, moments like this are pure gold, not because they’re posed, but because they’re steeped in meaning.
The ceremony blended tradition with individuality. Bright marigolds framed the mandap, intricate rituals honoured centuries-old customs, and yet every detail felt tailored to these brides. Chanda guided them through each sacred step in English and Gujarati, ensuring that everyone present, regardless of background, felt the emotional pull of the moment. It was a rare kind of inclusivity: cultural, spiritual, and personal all at once.
From Sacred Vows to Sunlit Celebrations
As the final mantras echoed under the canopy of marigolds, the brides sealed their vows with beaming smiles that could have lit up the whole of Herefordshire. Guests rose to their feet, applause mingling with the rustle of the countryside breeze, and the newlyweds stepped out from the mandap into golden afternoon light.
The transition from the sacred to the celebratory was effortless. Outside the ceremony space, a lush garden unfolded, the perfect backdrop for candid lesbian Hindu wedding photography. Champagne flutes clinked, the scent of fresh blooms mingled with spices from the wedding feast, and laughter spilled across the lawn.
It was a reception with the best of both worlds: refined elegance for the formalities, and a relaxed, easy-going vibe for mingling and soaking up the views. The speeches brought a mix of tears and belly laughs, perfectly reflecting the couple’s personalities, tender one moment, cheeky the next. And as the sun dipped lower, the tempo shifted once again: music struck up, and the dancefloor came alive with a joyful, all-ages mashup of Bollywood beats and Western favourites.
Why This Wedding Was a Dream for Our DOCU-ART Style
Some weddings feel like they were designed for our cameras, and this one was exactly that. Our DOCU-ART approach thrives on stories where tradition meets individuality, where colour explodes against elegance, and where emotion is as raw as it is joyful. This lesbian Hindu wedding photography journey gave us all of it, and more.
The intricate rituals of the Hindu ceremony, from the symbolic fire to the petal showers, gave us frames brimming with culture, history, and meaning. Every glance between the brides was electric, every small hand gesture carried significance. The quiet, unscripted moments, a laugh shared as a garland was placed slightly askew, the squeeze of a hand mid-vow, were just as powerful as the big, cinematic scenes under the mandap.
Then came the contrast: post-ceremony celebrations in the gardens of How Caple Court, filled with golden light, friends in vivid saris and summer dresses, and the kind of carefree dancefloor energy that makes us want to shoot forever. For us, this was the sweet spot, honouring the sacred while celebrating the wildly joyful, all wrapped in imagery that feels both timeless and uniquely theirs.
Real-World Tips for Couples Planning a Lesbian Hindu Wedding
Planning a lesbian Hindu wedding is a little like mixing the perfect cocktail: part tradition, part personal flair, all completely unique to you. Over the years (and a few incredible celebrations), we’ve learned a thing or two about making it not just beautiful, but truly yours.
1. Find a Priest Who Gets You
We were lucky enough to work with Chanda Vyas, the UK’s first female Hindu priest, and trust us, having someone who honours tradition while embracing modern love makes all the difference. Whether in Gujarati, English, or Hindi, the right officiant will make your ceremony feel personal and inclusive.
2. Make the Colour Your Own
Hindu weddings are famous for vibrant palettes, but you can twist the tradition to suit your vibe. Pastels? Jewel tones? Rainbow ribbons on a black cab? (Yes, that actually happened.) Every colour tells part of your story, pick the ones that light you up.
3. Honour Tradition… and Break the Rules When You Want To
You can keep sacred rituals like the fire ceremony or garland exchange, but still walk down the aisle together, skip certain customs, or add readings that reflect your love story. Tradition is the foundation, you get to build the rest.
4. Think About the Flow of the Day
Hindu ceremonies can be long, so plan moments to refresh and connect. The best celebrations balance reverence with joy, whether that’s a sangeet the night before or a champagne toast on the lawn right after the vows.
5. Choose a Photographer Who Gets the Layers
This isn’t just about pretty pictures, it’s about weaving together the cultural depth, the emotional intimacy, and the riot of colour into a story you’ll relive forever. Our lesbian Hindu wedding photography approach blends documentary honesty with fine-art drama, so you don’t just remember how it looked, you remember how it felt.
Breaking Boundaries – A Global Connection
Lesbian Hindu weddings are still rare gems in the global wedding world, which makes each one an extraordinary celebration of love, courage, and cultural pride. There’s a shared thread that runs through them all, the joy of honouring tradition while writing your own story.
Ours at How Caple Court was no different, except this one had the added magic of taking place right here in the rolling Herefordshire countryside. Two beautiful brides, a historic English venue, and a Hindu ceremony led by the UK’s first female Hindu priest, all wrapped in the love and laughter of family and friends.
It’s the kind of wedding that bridges worlds, faith and freedom, heritage and modernity, local roots and global inspiration. Being trusted to photograph such a moment isn’t just an honour, it’s an opportunity to add to a growing archive of history-making love stories. And every time we click the shutter, we’re not just capturing a wedding, we’re documenting a movement.
Your Love, Your Way – Let’s Capture It
If your love story doesn’t fit neatly into a box, good. Neither does our photography. Whether it’s a Lesbian Hindu wedding, a LGBTQ fusion celebration, or a day that blends cultures and traditions in a way that’s entirely yours, we’re here for it, with cameras ready, hearts open, and a style that’s equal parts luxury and soul.
Our DOCU-ART approach means no awkward poses, no forced smiles, and no moments missed. We blend in, read the room, and know when to step back for those intimate moments, and when to lean in and capture the wild joy on the dance floor.
If you want a wedding gallery that feels like you: vibrant, emotional, elegant, and unapologetically unique, let’s talk. Together, we’ll create something you’ll want to frame on every wall, pass down for generations, and revisit again and again.
Ready to make history together? Get in touch today and let’s plan the wedding photography that your love story deserves.
