MyShaadiDreams was born from the frustrations of an Indian‑American bride who wanted to honour her roots without boarding a 16‑hour flight. Growing up in a close‑knit family in Philadelphia, our founder loved the colours and rituals of weddings in Ahmedabad and Chennai. But when it was her turn to plan a celebration, she discovered how hard it was to find authentic outfits, trustworthy vendors and culturally aware planners in the U.S. Local shops offered only a handful of styles at inflated prices. Relatives insisted she fly to India to shop. Websites showed beautiful pictures but hid the fine print on shipping, customs and alterations.
Determined to create a better way, she spent months on midnight video calls with designers, negotiating fabrics and coordinating deliveries through customs. She listened to friends’ stories of packages stuck at border control and poorly fitting lehengas arriving days before the wedding. She also learned that not all couples shared the same background: Hindu, Christian, Sikh and Muslim rituals vary, and multicultural families needed guidance to respect everyone’s traditions. Out of these challenges grew a simple mission: help South‑Asian diaspora families plan and shop for their weddings without sacrificing cultural authenticity or peace of mind.
Today, MyShaadiDreams bridges the ocean between artisans in South Asia and couples in North America. We partner directly with designers and craftspeople, curate collections that balance tradition with modern style and manage all the logistics—measurements, customisations, alterations, shipping and customs clearance. We provide full‑service wedding planning, from budgeting and timeline management to vendor negotiation and event coordination. Our virtual consultations mean you can explore outfits and décor from the comfort of your home while still involving family elders through video calls. We speak your language—Gujarati, Hindi or English—and respect your rituals, whether Hindu, South‑Indian Christian or an interfaith fusion. We even mediate family discussions so that every voice is heard.
Transparency is at the heart of our business. Our prices are clear, our policies are written down and our guarantees are backed by action. We believe that artisans deserve fair wages and that customers deserve honest timelines. Technology enables our services, but human relationships drive them. When you work with us, you’re not just a transaction; you become part of a community that celebrates love across borders. Our promise is simple: skip the trip, not the tradition. Let us handle the hassle so you can enjoy the joy of your wedding, surrounded by family, dressed in garments that tell your story.