Have you heard the term "Event Styling"? When it comes to wedding planning, we often think about planners, decorators, food, and flowers—but have you ever thought about styling your Indian wedding to reflect your personal style, rather than just following someone else's template?
If you want to learn how to make your Indian wedding truly your own, this episode is for you. We had the honor of speaking with the incredibly talented Sarah Khan of Sarah Khan Event Styling, serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Sarah is not only an artist and educator but also a visionary in the world of event design. She was a finalist on the hit HBO series Full Bloom, where she demonstrated her ability to transform ideas into immersive, breathtaking experiences.
Sarah believes in creating with intention and letting her intuition guide the process. She believes trusting oneself is the most thrilling and courageous part of the creative journey, which ultimately results in designs that are deeply loved and cherished by her clients.
In our conversation, we dive deep into what it takes to style a wedding from start to finish, including budgeting, the process of working with an event stylist, and what to expect along the way. Beyond the final stunning images, what truly captivates is seeing Sarah in action—on location, bringing her vision to life. We also discuss flowers, their journey after the wedding, and sustainable, meaningful ways to repurpose them.
And stick around until the end — we have a special guest you won't want to miss!
As always, you can find the show notes and timestamps below.
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Sponsors:
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Time Stamps:
00:00 – 03:30 | Introduction
Meet Sarah Khan and learn how her journey into the world of luxury weddings began.
03:30 – 10:00 | What Does a Wedding Stylist Really Do?
Breaking down the Wedding Stylist role beyond décor—logistics, coordination, problem-solving, and execution.
10:00 – 17:00 | Planning vs. Designing a Wedding
Understanding the difference between wedding planning and wedding design, and why both matter.
17:00 – 25:00 | Budgeting Smartly for Your Big Day
Where couples should invest while thinking about wedding decor, where they can save, and how to make intentional budget decisions.
25:00 – 33:00 | Choosing the Right Vendors
Tips on selecting reliable vendors, building trust, and creating a strong collaborative team.
33:00 – 40:00 | Common mistakes while styling your wedding
Sarah highlights frequent mistakes couples make—and how to avoid unnecessary stress.
40:00 – 48:00 | Designing Meaningful, Personal Weddings
Moving beyond trends to create celebrations that truly reflect the couple's story and values.
48:00 – 55:00 | Final Advice for Brides & Grooms Key takeaways, mindset tips, and expert advice for a smoother, more joyful wedding experience.
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Guest name: Sarah Khan
Company Name: Sarah Khan Events www.sarahkhaneventstyling.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahkhaneventstyling
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