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A Refined South Asian Wedding at The Biltmore Hotel in Miami

October 20, 2026

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Advaitaa & Tejus’ dawn to dusk celebration at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida.

Advaitaa & Tejus chose The Biltmore Hotel in Miami for its history and an aesthetic that stands the test of time. A gentle soul with a love for all things traditional, timeless and classic, Advaitaa found her match in a landmark where every archway and staircase feels made for a celebration of love like theirs.

The day began with a first look on the Biltmore’s iconic outdoor staircases overlooking the fountain. Advaitaa wore a purple, gold and canard blue saree, and Tejus an ivory and gold sherwani, before the family gathered in the courtyard for a traditional Hindu ceremony. The morning was sun-filled, without a single cloud in the sky. The mandap was a showstopper, built by Parrish Designs entirely from rampant greenery and white roses, with foliage dripping from every side. Advaitaa and Tejus moved through the many rituals from both of their regions, and the courtyard was full of laughter and a real sense of belonging.

Later that day, the couple changed for the reception in the Granada Ballroom. Tejus wore a tailored black tuxedo, and Advaitaa a gold and ivory sparkling lehenga choli. The room felt like a grand ball from a movie scene: ivory and blush roses filled the tables, while candles flickered through the delicious Indian dinner. After heartfelt speeches from friends and family, the party kicked off, and the dance floor stayed heated until the end of the night.

Scroll to see the images from Advaitaa & Tejus’ wedding at The Biltmore in Miami, from the first light of the morning to the last song on the dance floor.

PLANNER & DESIGNER | Zeiry by Design
PHOTOGRAPHER | Justine Berges
VIDEOGRAPHER | Giselle Films
CONTENT CREATOR | Bridal on Cord
VENUE | The Biltmore Hotel and Biltmore Weddings Miami
FLORALS | Parrish Designs
MUA | Bellelite
DRAPER | Ruchi Patel
SIGNAGE | Tinta y Tierra
ENTERTAINMENT | Awaaz Entertainment

Hindu ceremony at The Biltmore Hotel courtyard with a white aisle and arched loggia
Drone photo of The Biltmore Hotel, pool and golf course in Miami
Wedding invitation suite with wax seals, a green envelope and blush roses
Bridal jewelry and bangles styled with ivory and blush roses
Bride touching her earring while seated in her purple and gold saree  at The Biltmore Hotel
Bride in a purple and gold saree finishing her jewelry on a bench in her suite at The Biltmore Hotel
Detail of the embroidered ivory and gold sherwani and its tassels
Groom standing in front of The Biltmore Hotel tower in the garden
Bride in a saree standing in an arched hotel lobby with a chandelier
Advaitaa holding a white parasol under the green and white arcade of The Biltmore Hotel
Tejus in an ivory and gold sherwani standing among manicured hedges
Architectural shot of Bride making her way to her Groom for their First Look in Biltmore staircase
Groom waiting in the middle of the red-carpeted Biltmore staircase as Bride descends for their first look
Tejus turning toward Advaitaa on the red carpet for their first look
Advaitaa and Tejus facing each other on the red-carpeted staircase after their first look
Couple standing on a balcony above a fountain at The Biltmore Hotel
Advaitaa and Tejus seated together on a green tiled bench in the courtyard
Advaitaa smiling with her hands clasped beside Tejus
Close-up of the couple's clasped hands, her henna and the embroidered sherwani
Drone view of the ceremony courtyard with the aisle and chairs set up
Hindu ceremony courtyard at The Biltmore Hotel with a white aisle and arched loggia
White urns of white flowers lining the ceremony aisle at The Biltmore Hotel
Mandap of greenery and white flowers framed by the arched loggia and aisle
Tall palm trees above the ceremony courtyard at The Biltmore Hotel
Mandap covered in hanging greenery and white roses with seating below
Close-up of white roses and green amaranthus on the mandap
Brass vessels, fruit and ritual items prepared for the ceremony
Ceremony altar with fruit, flowers and ritual items beneath the mandap
Makeup artist applying finishing touches to Advaitaa's makeup
Priest and family seated at the table during the pre-ceremony rituals
Advaitaa's parents adjusting her jewelry before the ceremony
Guests in colorful South Asian attire arriving at the ceremony
Guests walking through the courtyard on their way to the ceremony
Family members walking hand in hand to the ceremony
Procession walking down the aisle between guests
Guests seated around the mandap before the ceremony begins
Wide view of the ceremony with guests seated under the arches
Family seated on the mandap before the ceremony begins
Tejus and Advaitaa walking together through a lantern-lit passage to the ceremony
Aerial view of guests seated at the Hindu ceremony in the courtyard
Musician playing a drum at the ceremony
Woman in an orange saree seated on the mandap
Family members seated on the mandap during the ceremony
Guests seated along the aisle as the ceremony begins
Wide view of the couple and priest under the greenery-covered mandap
Grandmother with hands in prayer during the ceremony in black and white
Black and white photo of Tejus and Advaitaa seated at the mandap
Couple exchanging smiles during a ceremony ritual
Advaitaa and Tejus wearing floral garlands during the ceremony
Couple standing together in garlands in front of the ritual fire
Black and white moment of Advaitaa blessing Tejus during a ceremony ritual
Black and white photo of a ceremony ritual with the couple bowing their heads together
Advaitaa and Tejus holding hands in the green-tiled corridor, she in a lehenga choli and he in a tuxedo
Black and white portrait of the couple embracing in her embroidered lehenga choli and his tuxedo
Couple embracing in front of palms and teal tile at The Biltmore Hotel
Detail of the groom's tuxedo and the bride's henna and embroidered ivory lehenga
Advaitaa and Tejus walking away along a path lined with hedges
Black and white photo of Advaitaa twirling in her lehenga on a Biltmore balcony
Tejus in a tuxedo leaning against a column on the arcade
Advaitaa in an ivory and gold sparkling lehenga choli posing against a column
Reception ballroom set with round tables and a chandelier at The Biltmore Hotel
Advaitaa and Tejus walking through the candlelit Granada Ballroom
Long reception table beneath a chandelier in the Granada Ballroom
Place setting with blush roses and candles
Candlelit tables and flowers in the reception room
Round reception table with a tall floral centerpiece and candles
Blush and ivory floral centerpiece glowing in candlelight
Five-tier white wedding cake with gold lace detailing on a candlelit table
Close-up of the wedding cake's gold lace detail
Advaitaa and Tejus sharing a quiet moment in the empty ballroom
Pink roses and greenery in a reception floral arrangement
Black and white photo of a woman and groom standing among reception tables
Black and white view through the doorway of the Granada Ballroom as guests gather
Guests seated at the long candlelit dinner table
Advaitaa and Tejus entering the reception hand in hand
Black and white detail of a floral centerpiece and place setting
Groomsman giving a toast at the sweetheart table
Guests gathered during the toasts in the ballroom
A man and woman giving a speech at the reception
Black and white first dance in the ballroom
Advaitaa twirling in her lehenga on the dance floor
Advaitaa and Tejus laughing during their dance under purple lighting
Advaitaa and Tejus greeting guests on the dance floor
Guests dancing and celebrating in colorful attire
Tejus and friends dancing together on the dance floor
Guests dancing with arms raised on the packed dance floor
Crowded dance floor with guests in tuxedos and gowns dancing
Black and white shot of guests dancing and cheering
Packed dance floor at the end of the night at The Biltmore Hotel

BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Justine

Half adventurer, half homebody. Ever-focused on beauty and the thrilling art of creation; found in the moments that leave me breathless and in awe. 

A tenacious visionary with big ideas, Justine is a passionate artist who truly loves her work. In both life and photography, she is in a constant search for slower-paced, meaningful moments that endure.
Justine is known for natural, graceful, painterly portraits and captured big and small moments that seem to freeze both time and emotion.