School Ties: A balance between Dhanya’s Indian heritage and Yvan’s Hispanic and Persian background was at the forefront of their wedding weekend. The couple had a Catholic ceremony at Perkins Chapel on SMU’s campus. Dhanya is a proud SMU alum and Yvan is currently there working towards a master’s degree. “We both loved how simple and streamlined the chapel is,” says Dhanya.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Golden Girl: Dhanya went to India with her mom in 2019 to pick out her Manish Malhotra gown for the reception.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Coming Up Roses: Guests were invited to seek their name and table assignment on the board of flowers.

Photo by Sarah Kate

A Seat at the Table: The extravagant reception featured a six-course dinner.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Flower Reign: This concept, aptly named “flower rain,” was conjured up by Todd Fiscus of Todd Events. “The idea was deconstructed floral hanging from the ceiling and filing the space,” says planner Julian Leaver. “It gave the feeling of weaving through a forest of flowers.”

Photo by Sarah Kate

Photo by Sarah Kate

Keeping the Beat: The drum line that performed during the reception also served as a signal for course changes throughout the dinner, which highlighted elements from Yvan’s Hispanic heritage—like this cuatro leches cake from La Duni—as well as flavors reminiscent of Dhanya’s Indian traditions.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Keeping the Beat: The drum line that performed during the reception also served as a signal for course changes throughout the dinner, which highlighted elements from Yvan’s Hispanic heritage—like this cuatro leches cake from La Duni—as well as flavors reminiscent of Dhanya’s Indian traditions.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Sparks Flew: Although Yvan and Dhanya’s wedding was postponed twice, they held a small ceremony on their original wedding day, as it is important in Hindu culture to be married on an auspicious day.

Photo by Sarah Kate

Better Together: Dhanya Yalamanchi and Yvan Sojdehei’s Beautifully Blended Wedding Weekend

By Lydia Brooks

Dhanya Yalamanchi & Yvan Sojdehei
April 17, 2021

Dhanya Yalamanchi and Yvan Sojdehei’s wedding represented not only a union of two people but also two cultures. For Yvan, that meant a Catholic ceremony in Perkins Chapel; for Dhanya, a Hindu celebration fit for 500-plus guests.

Dhanya & Yvan's Wedding Photo

Dhanya wanted each of their wedding weekend’s events to have its own unique feel—no small feat with nine events over the course of four days (not to mention a double rebooking due to COVID-19 closures). But at the end of the day, their wedding was all she could’ve ever dreamed of. “I’ve never felt more love, not just from my husband but from my friends and family,” says Dhanya. “It was the most perfect weekend.”

Flower Reign:

This concept, aptly named “flower rain,” was conjured up by Todd Fiscus of Todd Events.

Dhanya & Yvan Floral Arrangement Decor

“The idea was deconstructed floral hanging from the ceiling and filing the space,” says planner Julian Leaver. “It gave the feeling of weaving through a forest of flowers.”

Credits

  • Ceremony Site

    Perkins Chapel at SMU

  • Photographer

    Sarah Kate, Photographer

  • Bridal Ceremony Gown Designer

    Galia Lahav

  • Bridal Reception Gown Designer

    Manish Malhotra

  • Bridal Gown Retailer

    Stanley Korshak Bridal

  • Hair

    Sonia Trevino

  • Makeup

    Ms. Painted Lady

  • Groom’s Attire

    The Maroon Suit

  • Bridesmaids’ Dresses Designer

    Alfred Sung

  • Bridesmaids’ Dresses Retailer

    The Dessy Group

  • Groomsmen’s Attire

    The Black Tux

  • Reception Site

    Sixty Five Hundred Cedar Springs

  • Flowers

    Todd Events

  • Stationery

    Southern Fried Paper

  • Cake and Desserts

    Panini Bakery

  • Cake and Desserts

    La Duni

  • Catering

    Art 2 Catering

  • Catering

    Oiishi

  • Music

    Bravo Entertainment

  • Lighting

    Stage 2

  • Videographer

    East West Films

  • Getaway Car

    Premier Transportation

  • Wedding Rentals

    Bayer Brothers

  • Wedding Rentals

    BBJ Linen

  • Wedding Rentals

    Centerstage Floors

  • Wedding Rentals

    La Tavola Fine Linen Rental

  • Wedding Rentals

    Motus Red

  • Wedding Rentals

    Party! Dallas Rentals

  • Wedding Rentals

    POSH Couture Rentals

  • Wedding Rentals

    Top Tier Event Rentals

  • Wedding Rentals

    United Rentals

  • Wedding Planner

    Todd Events

  • Wedding Designer

    Todd Events

  • Additional Vendors

    Dallas Fine Wine

  • Valet

    Gold Crown

  • Additional Vendors

    Illumination Fireworks

  • Additional Vendors

    The Statler Dallas

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