Aleenah’s journey as a bride was a beautiful fusion of tradition and modernity, brought to life through her customized KYNAH outfits. With the Maha Lehenga by Mahima Mahajan for her Las Vegas elopement and the Amana Lehenga by Seema Gujral for her wedding in Oahu, Hawaii, Aleenah found the perfect way to embrace her cultural heritage while stepping confidently into her new life with Liezel. Their intentional wedding was filled with personal touches, including a phoolon ki chadar handcrafted by Liezel and the heartfelt vows they shared in front of loved ones. Aleenah’s wedding wasn’t just a celebration of love, but a powerful statement of identity and the beauty of embracing every part of who she is.
Our beautiful KYNAH bride Aleenah, was truly glowing in the Maha Lehenga by Mahima Mahajan and a custom Amana Lehenga by Seema Gujral! Congratulations to this lovely couple - the KYNAH team couldn't be happier for the both of you!
As said by Aleenah:
Tell us about your experience working with KYNAH?
I discovered Kynah early on in my wedding planning process. I knew that I wanted to wear a Desi outfit for my wedding, but I wasn't sure where to start. Thankfully, I discovered Kynah online and was excited at the prospect of picking a Desi outfit that was perfect for me. I booked my first appointment in April 2023 and immediately felt so joyful - I got to try outfits that had Desi details but still made me feel like a modern bride. The associates at Kynah helped me think through different combinations so I could find an outfit that I could wear at my outdoor wedding in Oahu, HI. I'm so grateful with that I found the perfect outfits to wear not only for my elopement in Vegas, but also for our ceremony where we were surrounded by friends and family.
What stood out to you the most about your outfit from KYNAH? How did you know it was the one for you?
I loved that KYNAH gave me the space to dream of what a modern Desi outfit could look like. I'm so proud to be queer and Pakistani, but it can often feel like those identities are at odds. At KYNAH, I felt like I could embrace all aspects of my identity and find something that made me feel connected to my Pakistani identity and confident as I stepped into a new phase of life. And when I saw everyone's reactions to the way I sparkled in the O'ahu sun, I knew I had picked the right outfit.
How did your partner propose? Tell us more about the relationship!
My now-wife proposed to me shortly after our 4-year anniversary. We had bought our engagement rings together months before and on that day, Liezel proposed to me as we were doing a photoshoot through Discovery Park in Seattle - it felt like the sweet peas were blooming just for us! I had a feeling that Liezel might propose, so I had brought her ring with me. In short, we had the sweetest double proposal, and it was a beautiful start to our engagement!
What was your favorite part of your wedding? How did you make the wedding personal to you?
We really wanted to plan an intentional wedding, so we incorporated as many personal details as possible, whether it was writing personalized notes to each of our guests or doing our vows in front of everyone. One of the most special moments was walking down the aisle under a phoolon ki chadar that Liezel had built for me from scratch, and we had shipped it from Seattle to Hawaii. I'm so grateful that I got to walk down the aisle to my wife while being escorted by my best friends. It was such a beautiful moment!
What is one thing you wish you knew before you started planning your wedding?
Logistically, I wish I had known that you need to reserve your venue as soon as possible (our venue was booked out 1.5 years in advance). Personally, as a queer couple, we had to learn how to dream of what our wedding could look like because we didn't have a lot of examples. I wish that I had leaned on my community for support during those times because so much of the wedding planning process can be stressful and isolating. Thankfully, everything worked out in the end!
Our dream was to have Kina Grannis perform "Can't Help Falling In Love With You" - but my cousin performed this song for Liezel so part of our dream still came true!
Vendors:
Venue: Kualoa Ranch x Kualoa Ranch Weddings
Photographer: Redefined Weddings
Florals: Tamrin Amantiad - Summer Reign Florals
Rentals: WedCycle Hawai'i and Aloha Artisans
Wedding planners: The Gay Agenda Co
Makeup: Grace Nicole Glam
Hair: Grace Anagaran
Liezel’s outfit: Mili Mae Bride
Aleenah’s outfit: Seema Gujral from KYNAH
Liezel’s earrings: Cambio & Co
Bridal mehndi: Henna by M-A
Engagement and wedding bands: Valerie Madison Fine Jewelry
Photographer: Redefined Weddings
Florals: Tamrin Amantiad - Summer Reign Florals
Rentals: WedCycle Hawai'i and Aloha Artisans
Wedding planners: The Gay Agenda Co
Makeup: Grace Nicole Glam
Hair: Grace Anagaran
Liezel’s outfit: Mili Mae Bride
Aleenah’s outfit: Seema Gujral from KYNAH
Liezel’s earrings: Cambio & Co
Bridal mehndi: Henna by M-A
Engagement and wedding bands: Valerie Madison Fine Jewelry