Behind the Scenes with Brides of North Texas...

If you’re a future bride, our team highly recommends one of our most favorite bridal publications, Brides of North Texas Magazine+Web. Earlier this summer, the publishers asked if we would shoot some of their behind the scenes footage for the second year in a row. We were absolutely delighted because we knew we were in store for some fun and excitement! We worked with some of the best vendors in the wedding industry, and the second issue of the magazine is gorgeous thanks to all of their efforts. Be sure to grab your copy of The Brides of North Texas after you enjoy these videos!

VENDORS WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLE

DFW Events- Designers/ Event Coordinators

Dallas World Aquarium- Venue

Edmonson Weddings- Photography

The Garden Gate- Florals

Beyond- Lighting

Celebration Event Rental- Chairs

Stanley Korshak- Napkin Rings

Ducky-Bob’s- Linens, Stemware and Flatware

Posh Couture Rentals- China

Madison- Silver Dipped Shells

Morgen Chocolate- Favors

Ceci New York (Available at Needle in a Haystack)- Stationery

Laurie Harper- Custom Calligraphy

VENDORS WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLE

Yaya’s House- Designers, Florals, Favors and China

The Mansion on Turtle Creek- Venue and Chairs

Kristin Greenlee Photography- Photography

BBJ Linen- Linen

Needle in a Haystack- Stationary

Creme de la Creme- Mini Cakes

VENDORS WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLE

Million Air Dallas- Venue, Private Jet

NYLO Hotel Las Colinas- Venue

Greg Blomberg Photography- Photography

Troy Richard Salon- Hair and Make Up

Kubes Jewelers- Jewelry

Pieter Andries- Jewelry

Bridal Boutique- Gowns

The Bridal Salon at Stanley Korshak- Gowns

Platinum Motorcars- Bentley

VENDORS WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLE

Lagniappe Weddings- Designers, Wedding Planners

Arlington Hall- Venue

Humza Yasin- Photography

Out of the Garden- Florals

BBJ Linen- Linens

Paper Planet- Stationery and Favors

The Ivy House- Flatware, Stemware and Vases

Suite 206- Chairs

THE HAKIM SONS TEAM

Shezad Manjee- Cinematographer

Jose Medina- Cinematographer, Editor

Indian Weddings Online Launch Party...

South Asian brides can now engage the best vendors from around the country thanks to Indian Weddings Online. This vision was started by wedding and event planner Hala Snyder. To share this wonderful news and to celebrate this momentous occasion, Hala and her team had a launch party for all of their industry friends and clients. See for yourself what an amazing party it was!

THE HAKIM SONS TEAM

Jose Medina- Cinematographer, Editor

Ayaz Ali- Cinematographer

OTHER VENDORS THAT MADE THIS POSSIBLE:

The Rosewood Crescent Hotel

Prashe Fusion

India Palace

Beyond

Shelina+Nizar’s Concept Film...

The FIRST thing Shelina told Nizar after he proposed to her is that she wanted Hakim Sons to document their wedding celebrations. Nizar agreed, of course, but came to us wanting something more. The couple envisioned their family and friends watching them enter their reception at the Omni Mandalay on a gondola. The idea was unique and romantic indeed, but we knew we could take our biggest fans’ vision to a new place.

After some intense brainstorming, concept development, and bad acting in the studio, we came up with a plan to combine a concept film and instant edit into one piece. The soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. Nayani loved it and were on board to make this film something their family and friends would never forget. Not only would everyone be able to relive the highlights of the multiple day wedding festivities, but this was the perfect way to precede the couples’ entrance into their reception which was the day after their ceremony. Jaws dropped when the guests saw this piece, and it was such a hit that we had an encore presentation later that evening!

The Hakim Sons Team

Sofia Manjee- Concept Developer, Director

Jose Medina- Director of Photography, Editor

Shezad Manjee- Cinematographer, Editor

Ayaz Ali- Cinematographer, Editor

Imran Ali- Sound Mixer

Bethany+Luke’s Wedding Day Highlights...

Have you had enough suspense after watching the trailer? We know everyone has anxiously been waiting to see Bethany and Luke’s wedding day highlights, so here they are! The day started at the magnificent Stoneleigh Hotel in Dallas and continued with a beautify ceremony at First Baptist Church. The newly Mr. and Mrs. Edmonson celebrated their union with a fabulous reception at the Dallas Museum of Art.  Thank you Bethany and Luke for allowing our team to be a part of your special day!

CEREMONY

RECEPTION

OTHER VENDORS THAT MADE THIS DAY POSSIBLE:

Dallas Museum of Art- Reception
First Baptist Dallas- Ceremony
Jerry Ghionis- Photographer
The Garden Gate- Florals
M&M Special Events- Linens
Maitee Miles- Hair and Makeup
Cathy Saenz- Cake
The Project- Band
Blue Diamond Limo- Transportation
Warren Barron- Dress
Bella Bridesmaids- Bridesmaids’ Dresses

Announcing the “GiveBack Contest”...

We’re very passionate about telling stories & promoting socially conscious causes. Here are a few samples of our recent work with Non-Profits. Now, let us help your favorite Non-Profit Organization through our GIVEBACK CONTEST. The Hakim Sons Films team is giving you an opportunity to WIN A FREE FILM (valued at $2000) for the Non-Profit Organization of your choice. All you have to do is tell us a few things in a simple email. Yup, it’s really that simple. To enter, send an email to giveback@hakimsonsfilms.com with the following information: 1) Name of the organization you are nominating for this contest. 2) A short one paragraph description about this organization. 3) Tell us how you think a marketing film or event documentary will help this organization in its mission? * Deadline for submissions is June 20th. Best of Luck, Shezad Manjee 3rd Generation Filmmaker Contest Winner will be announced June 31st, 2010.

Featured in the Bridal Buzz Newsletter...

It’s our 10th year anniversary and Brides of North Texas magazine has featured us in their latest newsletter. We’re so thankful to our clients, our super talented team, and our fellow industry professionals for all their love & support over the past 10 years. Here’s to 10 more strong years!!! Cheers.

“Congratulations to Hakim Sons Films on the celebration of their 10th anniversary! Hakim Sons Films was created by third generation filmmaker, Shezad Manjee, who sought out to honor his late grandfather, who himself was a pioneer in the production industry. During his ten years, Shezad and his team have filmed everything from destination weddings in Australia to U.S. presidential receptions. Hakim Sons Films has taken wedding filmmaking to the next level with its innovations in same day edits, save-the-date DVDs and concept films. Brides of North Texas was lucky enough to work with the talented videographers from Hakim Sons Films on several behind-the-scenes shoots for the inaugural issue. Be sure to check those out online! Happy Anniversary!”

Silk Threads Fashion Show...

It was high fashion and lots of glitz and glamor at the Silk Threads fashion gala held at the Rosewood Crescent Hotel. This fabulous event featured the latest of Ruby Bhandari’s designer Indian and Pakistani ethnic wear. Ruby and her husband Raj used their fashion show as a platform to promote awareness and donate funds to the American Cancer Society. From essential to extraordinary and elegant to enchanting, Silk Threads had something to blow everyone away. A big congratulations to the Silk Threads team from Hakim Sons Films for an awesome event!

The Hakim Sons Team
Shezad Manjee- Filmmaker
Ayaz Ali- Filmmaker
Jose Medina- Editor

South Indian Wedding… New York Style!...

Our team was in New York earlier this month celebrating and documenting Rupa and Sunder’s wedding festivities. These college sweethearts met about seven years ago, became best friends, and finally tied the knot in a two day celebration including a traditional, South Indian ceremony and magnificent reception. The party took place in the heart of Manhattan at Gotham Hall. This former bank is a true gem in the Big Apple with a classy yet contemporary feel. Best wishes to Rupa and Sunder from the Hakim Sons Films team as they begin their life as husband and wife!

CEREMONY

RECEPTION

The Hakim Sons Team

Shezad Manjee- Filmmaker

Ayaz Ali- Filmmaker

Sofia Manjee- Assistant

Jose Medina- Editor

We’re Featured in Daily Candy… SWEET!...

A special thanks to our friends Robin and Lisa at The Wedding Party Studio for hosting this lovely event and for all of their efforts and support. We couldn’t have done it without these fabulous women. Come check us out tonight… hope to see you there!

We’ve been featured in “Style Me Prett...

Hakim Sons Films and the wonderful team at Edmonson Weddings has just been featured in one of the Industry’s most followed wedding blogs. The wedding of Miki + Trevor Strong held at the Union Station was simply exquisite. See for yourself…

This film is from Shezad Manjee at Hakim Sons Films and features the drop-dead gorgeous wedding reception of Miki and Trevor (daughter of country singer Neal McCoy). It’s simply terrific!

Reception @ Union Station and Catering by Wolfgang Puck

Congratulations to Miki & Trevor! What a wonderful celebration!! And as always, thanks to our wonderful LBB cinematographers at Hakim Sons Films for sharing.

– Article courtesy of Style Me Pretty