The Story
Putri and Fajar both come from families with deep Yogyakarta roots. The brief was to honour the customs exactly, and keep five hundred guests comfortable.
We worked with the family elders on every rite, then translated the rundown into a schedule our floor team could run to the minute.
Planning the Day
We spent the first months listening. The elders of both families explained the order of the Yogyakarta rites, the meaning behind each object, and the small details that are often skipped. Every note went into a single shared document.
From there we built a minute-by-minute rundown for five hundred guests, with separate flows for family, honoured guests, and the general reception. Ushers were briefed with seating maps a week ahead.
On the Day
The akad took place in the morning before close family, followed by the panggih rites in the hall. Putri wore paes ageng in the Yogyakarta style, and Fajar's family brought heirloom keris that had been worn by three generations.
The reception opened with a classical dance performance and moved into a buffet served from six stations to keep lines short. The family lounge gave the elders a quiet place to rest between greetings.
Highlights
Terracotta, cream, and brass were used throughout, echoing the stone and teak of the hall.
- Royal-style bridal makeup and attire
- Seating for five hundred with a separate family lounge
- Traditional dance performance during the reception
