Raneez Boutique celebrated the opening of its high-end bridal studio at its expanded premises at 2179 Lawrenceville Hwy. Decatur on April 13th and 14th. The ritzy studio has everything a bride and groom would want to give them the feel of their wedding day, says owner Rani Sharma.
The studio is fitted with elegant chandeliers and designer lights, and has an elevated stage with full length mirrors on two sides for the bride and groom to see themselves in a relaxed setting. There are plush sofas and a large high-def TV for other members of the family to relax on while the bride or groom tries on the outfits.
“I have tried to recreate the whole ambience and feel of a wedding in my studio,” says Rani who designed the studio herself after being motivated to expand by many friends including Atlanta couple Tanny Malik and Ari Casper. The idea is for the bridal party would make an appointment with Rani and spend 4-5 hours trying out outfits and accessories in a comfortable, relaxed setting.
The studio is a dream fulfilled for Rani, who wanted to expand, but didn’t want a second location at a different physical address because she believes in reading each customer and giving personal attention and advice. Luckily for Rani, the store next door was available, and that made it possible for her to have the bridal studio under the same roof.
The full range bridal collection includes custom made lehngas, sarees, sherwanis, jewelry, purses, footwear… the complete package. There are even matching outfits for the bride and groom.
Raneez also recently introduced its furnishing range. The range includes exquisite drapes and curtains in tissue, silk and crystals; all custom designed and reasonably priced
Rani, who has been in the design business for over 22 years, says her clientele has expanded to all over the south east ever since she opened Raneez a couple of years ago. She credits her family- husband Vijay Sharma, son Vaibhav and daughter Vibhuti - for her success in the design field.