{"id":38008,"date":"2025-04-24T16:18:56","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T10:48:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedeccanmessenger.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/24\/dwp-prive-concludes-sri-lanka-edition-uniting-global-wedding-experts\/"},"modified":"2025-04-24T16:18:56","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T10:48:56","slug":"dwp-prive-concludes-sri-lanka-edition-uniting-global-wedding-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedeccanmessenger.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/24\/dwp-prive-concludes-sri-lanka-edition-uniting-global-wedding-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"DWP Prive Concludes Sri Lanka Edition, Uniting Global Wedding Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Delhi [India], April 24: <\/span>DWP Priv\u00e9<\/strong>, the limited edition of one of the most globally distinguished B2B wedding platforms curated by\u00a0QnA International<\/strong>, came to a successful close after three days of engaging conversations, cultural exchange, and industry-defining dialogue. Held at the iconic\u00a0Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams<\/strong>, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, this edition brought together some of the finest minds in luxury weddings, design, planning, and hospitality from across continents.<\/p>\n

Speaking of the extravaganza on behalf of the host hotel partner,\u00a0Sanjiv Hulugalle,<\/strong>\u00a0Senior Vice President & General Manager,<\/strong>\u00a0Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Colombo, Sri Lanka<\/strong>, shared a bold vision \u2014 reimagining Colombo as a global luxury wedding destination, highlighting how storytelling, innovation, and powerful partnerships are key to transforming perceptions and placing Colombo firmly on the world stage.<\/p>\n

Commenting on\u00a0<\/em>the huge role Cinnamon contributed,\u00a0Lisa Mendis, Director of Events, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Sri Lanka, shares,\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cI think for us it\u2019s a first time, and it\u2019s been phenomenal. We have met so many lovely people, a lot of planners and vendors, and all industry people related to weddings. It has been an amazing experience. So, as a host hotel, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Sri Lanka, I think it gave us an exposure, put ourselves in the map of international market giving us that opportunity where we can tell people our story and also take their story to us and kind of create a nice marriage between the two. It has given us that opportunity, and a room for more business collaborations.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

The event combined business with experience, from high-level dialogues to unforgettable gala evenings, and cultural performances that celebrated Sri Lanka\u2019s gracious welcoming and stunning culture. It opened with an\u00a0introductory cocktail night<\/strong>, where delegates connected over curated experiences and meaningful introductions.\u00a0<\/strong>Day 2 unfolded with\u00a0keynote conversations, masterclasses, and deep dives<\/strong>\u00a0into creativity, storytelling, and the evolving landscape of weddings. Top designers opened up the day, holding conversations that deeply reflected on the event and design space.\u00a0Preston Bailey, globally renowned floral and event designer, reflected,<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cOne advice I\u2019d give anyone entering this space is to create your own story. Don\u2019t copy, especially if you want to be in the luxury space, where uniqueness is everything. Indian weddings are setting global benchmarks, and they\u2019re rooted in detail, warmth, and structure. Even the most intimate Indian wedding feels elaborate, and that\u2019s what makes it extraordinary. DWP has created a rare space that honours this global exchange, and I\u2019ve felt like royalty here.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Adding to the design perspective,\u00a0Sumant Jayakrishnan<\/strong>\u00a0remarked,\u00a0\u201cAt the heart of any good design is a story. Whether I\u2019m working with florals, set pieces, or spaces, I always ask, \u2018What narrative am I building?\u2019 Technology and trends can be exciting tools, but they should never replace intention. True design doesn\u2019t come from spectacle; it comes from meaning. And that\u2019s what makes platforms like DWP so essential. They bring together diverse voices, cultures, and sensibilities, reminding us that while our languages may differ, emotion is universal. That shared connection is what takes creativity beyond aesthetics. Whether it\u2019s 3D mapping or a floral skull sculpture, it has to serve the story. That\u2019s what young designers need to remember: we\u2019re storytellers first. DWP has become a beautiful meeting ground for these stories to collide, inspire, and evolve.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Day 2 also featured\u00a0masterclasses by esteemed voices,<\/strong>\u00a0including\u00a0Funke Bucknor-Obruthe<\/strong>,\u00a0Aarti Manocha<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Nadia Duran<\/strong>, who each brought regional insights and global learnings to the fore\u00a0and a fabulous mind blowing experience by the renowned mentalist and hynotist, Juliet Arndt that left the audience with the important faith of manifestation and power of positive thinking..\u00a0Commenting on the same,\u00a0Tapiwa Mukoti, Managing Director, RSVP Events, Africa, shares,\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cA refreshing experience with a vibrant new lineup of delegates, bringing fresh perspectives to the event. The well-curated topics, insightful speakers, and high-quality presentations made it a standout gathering.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>The day closed with a\u00a0gala dinner<\/strong>, followed by a\u00a0cultural performance and live music<\/strong>\u00a0that celebrated the essence of Sri Lankan artistry. The afterparty saw\u00a0OneEmpire<\/strong>\u00a0light up the evening, offering a powerful close to an inspired day.
\nDay 3 opened with sharp and impactful perspectives from industry leaders such as\u00a0Elizabeth Solaru<\/strong>,\u00a0Aime Bone,<\/strong>\u00a0Kathy Wang<\/strong>,\u00a0Hemant Dadlani<\/strong>,\u00a0Emma Pope<\/strong>,\u00a0Mahesh Shirodkar<\/strong>,\u00a0Rhiannon Downie-Hurst,<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Costanza Giaconi<\/strong>, each bringing a distinct regional lens to a global table. The finale day closed with Innovation Pod discussions, with several speakers like\u00a0Cyrielle Mohara, Bryan Tachie-Menson, P. Taufiq, and Rani Moriani\u00a0<\/strong>initiating scintillating conversations. One in particular as the Innovation Pod speaker was\u00a0Devika Narain<\/strong>, one of India\u2019s most influential planners, sparked critical discussion around\u00a0sustainability in weddings,<\/strong>\u00a0stressing that\u00a0\u201cSustainability doesn\u2019t have to be expensive. It\u2019s about awareness, education, and finding beautiful alternatives that reflect values like avoiding single-use plastics or supporting local artisans. It\u2019s not a perfect path, but it\u2019s one worth choosing.\u201d<\/em>
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\n<\/strong>DWP Sri Lanka Edition has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the attendees across the world. Acting as a huge platform for veterans around the world to connect and understand the nuances of this industry, it has laid the foundation for the coming years. Alluding to the success and contributions that transpired at this event,\u00a0<\/em>Digvijay Singh, Director of Sales & Marketing, Alila Fort Bishangarh, shares:
\n<\/strong>\u201cDWP Priv\u00e9 overall has been fabulous, it\u2019s been great to interact with stalwarts of the industry who are into high-end weddings, and the meetings have been really fruitful. We are almost discussing closures at this point in time.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>While\u00a0Pervez Taufiq, Founder, P. Taufiq Photography, USA, commented,\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cI feel like this allowed us a more intimate kind of look at people and be able to get to know so many people. It gave us an opportunity to create collaborations and partnerships that, in my opinion, are going to create some amazing, amazing work out of this.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>Also commenting on the format and structure of the edition,\u00a0Guadalupe Alvarez, Director, Penzi Weddings, Mexico, shares,\u00a0<\/strong>\u201cLove the new format and loved getting to know colleagues from all over the world, it was insane!\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

DWP Priv\u00e9 Sri Lankan chapter<\/strong>\u00a0proved to be truly remarkable in the DWP legacy. As relationships grow and ideas continue to unfold, this edition stands as a shining reminder that the future of weddings is as much about stories and not just stages.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on the success of the edition,\u00a0Sidh NC, Director, QnA International<\/strong>, shared:\u00a0\u201cThere\u2019s nothing quite like DWP Priv\u00e9. It\u2019s intimate yet global, deeply insightful yet warm in spirit. This edition in Sri Lanka reminded us why we do what we do, be it the energy, the exchange, or the powerful conversations that inspire real change. Bringing the best of the best under one roof was no small feat, and the three days turned out to be intellectually rewarding. We\u2019re proud to carry this forward, and this is only the beginning. Looking forward to the Jordan event commencing later this year.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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