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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Tired of using the same the red, gold, maroon and orange color
palette in for your Indian wedding décor? How about using prints and fabrics characteristic to the Indian cultures as part of your décor! There are many colorful and vivid Indian textiles which are recognized worldwide and can be used in weddings to
give it a subtle Indian feel without incorporating over the top props to get the same effect. Your functions can be themed around specific Indian textiles like Bandhini, Ikat, Lehriya, Kalamkari, batik and even textile techniques like block prints and mirror work fabrics.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ikat designs are created using by tying off bundles of fabric and then dying them, creating interesting patterns in one or more colors. These prints are very famous in the fashion world and can also be used to design unique and interesting wedding stationery and signage. Solid colored cushions can be replaced by cushions with interesting colorful ikat prints. If you are aiming for a traditional look, try using an overlay or runner with an Ikat print instead of the usual red and gold combination, making it casual yet sophisticated.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Although Bandhini’s and lehriyas are very common indian fabrics, their use in weddings is usually restricted only to outfits. These fabrics are very colorful by themselves and hence are ideal for Mehndi and sangeet functions. Bandhini and lehriya dupattas can be used as runners or can also be made into napkins to enhance the table arrangements.</span><br />
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kalamkari, Bandej, the different types of embroideries and fabric work native
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showering them with gifts is a common sentiment in any Indian wedding,
irrespective of class, caste or region. The gifts and favors for every function
are carefully picked out and packaged stylishly. The mehndi is a colorful and
lively function with lots of ladies and children attending it. Therefore the
gifts or favors for the mehndi function are directed more towards ladies.</span><br />
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to something like a pure silk saree. Cute pouches filled with goodies like
bangles, bindis, kajal, studded mirrors are ideal gifts as these are used by
ladies in all age groups. You can also opt for a set of jewelry or individual
pieces of jewelry like a chic bracelets, anklets and earrings. The latest
trends in Indian favors seem to be pure Indian textiles and fabrics like
bandhini and lehriya dupattas, Ikat print sarees, banarasi brocade and pashmina
shawls. Apart from jewelry, you can also give a pack of scented candles or
fragrant incense sets, which are commonly used in every Indian household for
prayers. A set of colorful and fragrant tea lights or personalized jar candles
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Other ideas? What about a set of bath and body products
which can include bath salts, fragrant soaps and other body care products.
Since every person has their own preferences, you can have your guests pick out
their own choices and make a gift basket for themselves. Perfumes are classic
gifts and when you give your guests a chance to make their own perfumes, it
adds a level of excitement to your occasion but also encourages creativity.
There are many “Make your own Perfume” gift kits available in the market which
allows you to create your very own unique fragrances. These kits contain
extracts, ingredients and all instructions to make beautiful, handcrafted
soaps, lotions and perfumes. These are excellent ideas to involve your guests
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The baraat or wedding procession is the highlight of all Indian weddings. The baraat consists of different elements, which combine to give an extravagant feel to the wedding itself. The baraat usually consists of the groom’s friends and family members who accompany the groom to the wedding venue. The baraat is all about fun and excitement, as it moves singing and dancing to the beats of some popular Bollywood tunes. The groom and his horse are covered in finery, with the groom’s head adorned with a splendid turban and his face may be hidden behind a sehra or a floral veil,
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we come across many grooms who do not know what role they can play in planning a wedding and prefer leaving all decisions to the bride. This is because of the misconception that a wedding involves a lot of planning, attention to detail and of course lots of pretty things – shades of colors, types of flowers etc, something which men may not always understand and hence are at a loss as to what they can do to help. So here are some areas where we think, the groom can step in and take control!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Transport - We all know how men love their cars and hence taking care of transportation for the day should be an easy task for the groom. Depending on the budget, he can pick the best of cars for ferrying your guests and the bridal party, to and from the venues. Surprise your guests with a grand entrance in a limo, a stylish sports car, a vintage Mercedes or even a horse drawn carriage. Hang a “Just Married” sign and string along some empty cans and your all set to go.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Music – If he has a good ear for music, he can work with the wedding band, musicians or the DJ and put together a collection of songs for everyone to enjoy. He can put together a list of songs that you want for your entrance and first dance. In case there are performances, you can make sure that all the songs are put together in a CD and the songs cued for the performance.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Bar – If your groom is a connoisseur of wine and spirits, he must definitely give inputs in the alcohol and bar arrangements for the
reception. Selecting the brands he wants the guests to be served, bottle rates and corkage from the venue, arrangements for returning unopened alcohol, meeting with the bartenders and other service staff are some areas he can handle. He can also come up with a personalized signature cocktail / mocktail list that is sure to jumpstart the party.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Groomsmen – Take full responsibility of things that directly affect the groomsmen and himself. This includes picking out their outfits, coordinating trials, putting together gifts for the groomsmen, arranging a pre wedding rehearsal and briefing them on their roles for the wedding day.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you are one of those couples who prefer getting married away from the hectic pace and maddening crowd of today, here is a look at some offbeat destinations which will serve your purpose of a quite serene and beautiful wedding location.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The Himalayas always seems to be associated with cold weather, snow and uncomfortable accommodation. However this illusion is
shattered once you visit this beautiful and exotic location. The luscious green forests and the snow capped misty mountains overlooking the lawns provide an ideal setting for professing your love to one another. Between the functions, you can also engage your adventurous guests in activities like trekking,
mountain picnics and river rafting or yoga and meditation for the less adventurous.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Surrounded by mystic blue hills, snow capped peaks and numerous lush gardens, the tea plantations of Assam, Darjeeling and Munnar are well known tourists spots in India. There are some tea estates here, which offer quaint cottages surrounded by hills and tea plantations for weddings and honeymooners. Trekking, boating, fishing, cycling are some activities that can be planned for the guests. Apart from this, you can also set up a site visit for your guests or indulge your guests in a tea tasting party where your guest sit back and sample the various aromatic flavors of fresh home grown tea.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The magical expanse of sand framed by a clear blue sky during the day and the soft orange red glow of the fading sun paints a
mesmerizing picture for anyone visiting the dunes for the first time. These dunes are perfect for an intimate celebration. Since many of the magnificent palces in Rajasthan have been converted into hotels, these are perfect for a royal destination wedding. Some of these places have private sand dunes, which
are maintained, by the hotels. To give your guests a taste of Rajasthan, instead of doing all your functions at the hotel, you can opt between having a pre wedding party or even the wedding ceremony itself at the dunes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">These islands are not much frequented by tourists and hence give you a chance of experiencing untouched beauty of nature. With a choice of 36 islands to choose from, you can give your guests the chance to visit beautiful coral reefs, hire a cruise ship or let them choose from snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, para sailing, fishing and other activities.</span></div>
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Day 1 bought remarkable creativity and style on the ramp with some interesting collections by Swapnil Shinde inspired by sci-fi movies and 80’s genre of music. This was followed by Samant Chauhan’s innovative collection of India wear. The designer impressed everyone with his creative take on Rajasthani Ghagras with a Victorian influence. The collection titled “Rajputana” featured traditional Indian elements like Angarakhas, sherwanis, gowns and lehengas in antique gold, hand woven zari and zardosi fabrics, and block prints – all spiced up with Victorian inspired styling and silhouettes.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Phulkari</b> – This handicraft originated in Punjab and literally means “flower working”. The darn stitch is skillfully used on natural khadi to create motifs horizontally, vertically or diagonally across the fabric.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The main characteristic of Phulkari embroidery is the darn stitch used on the wrong side of the fabric with the design taking shape on the front. Chaddar, Bagh and chope are three types of phulkari work. The “Chope” is a red
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The “Chaddar” or “Suber” is a red shawl used by the bride during her pheras and has 4 motifs embroidered in each corner and one in the centre of the shawl. A fabric entirely covered in
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Chikankari</b> – Lucknowi <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/wpblog/embroidery-on-indian-bridal-wear-chikankari.html" target="_blank">Chikankari</a> kurtas are very famous worldwide and are a must have in a bridal trousseau. In this style, the pattern is first block printed on the fabric, after which the lines are filled with colorful threads. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">These designs are usually crafted on light weight fabrics such as cotton, linen, georgette and chiffons giving it a lacy, breezy feel. Intricate filigrees and floral patterns impart a delicate quality to these designs.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Kantha</b> – This art form is native to West Bengal and stems from a necessity more than a hobby. Originally, Kontha, the Sanskrit work for rags, essentially involved recycling of old, worn out silk and muslin cloths which were arranged in layers and thread obtained from old sari borders is used to stitch the layers. The embroidery consists of a basic thread sewn in simple running stitches to produce intricate and beautiful designs. Apart from sarees and dress materials, the Kantha embroidery can also be seen on bed covers, table line, wall hangings, upholstery and curtains.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And most important, the local Goans and hotel staff are extremely hospitable. One of the most important things to make your guests feel special, when attending your wedding!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Mangalsutra – The Mangalsutra is a very auspicious ornament worn by Indian women and it symbolizes her marital status. Typically, a Mangalsutra consists of a long chain of black and gold beads with gold, diamond of silver pendant hanging from it. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ear rings – Jhumki or Jhumkas are pretty chandelier shaped ear rings, perfect for a classic or vintage bridal look. Pearl or diamond ear rings also look very stunning on the contemporary bride. The ear rings are usually designed as a set matching the neck piece. Ear pieces studded with beautiful stones, with kundan and jadau work are most popular amongst Indian brides.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Maang Tikka – This is a hair ornament which consists of a chain which sits in the center, on the head and a hanging flat or round ornament which rests on the forehead. The ornament may be suspended from one or more chains which are attached on either side of the head. The Matha Patti is a mang tikka with beaded strings while the Jhumar or Passa is a mang tikka where the ornament hangs on one side of the head.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Nath – The nath is a small ornament worn on the nose and is a must have for Maharastrian Brides. This consists of a small ring, stud or jewel which is pierced or simply clipped onto the nose and may be worn with a chain which is secured to the side of the head. The chain may be a simple string of gold or beads with filigree work or jewels hangings.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Necklaces – The neck piece occupies the prominent place in bridal jewelry and very often is a family heirlooms passed on from generation to generation. The styles and designs vary from region to region. Depending on the length, these are called Chokers which sit perfectly around the neck or Haar which consists of single or multilayered chains, often reaching the waist. They are made entirely of gold or silver, may be studded with diamonds or other stones or consist of strings of pearls or colored beads.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Rings - Similar to the Mangalsutra in Hindus, some brides and grooms choose to wear a wedding ring, which symbolizes their marital status. The Arsi or archer’s rings are very famous for their unique designs and royal look. Rings studded with a single diamond or precious stone are often used for proposals and engagements while the wedding ring is usually more decorative. The rings worn on the feet are called toe rings or Bichua.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Are you planning an Indian wedding outside of India? Don’t worry! Every wedding requirement from a baraat with a traditional brass band and horse to a multilingual pundit to bhangra dancers can be made available in almostany part of the world (or flown in!). You even have boutiques offering the latest designs and styles of Indian bridal wear, jewelry and accessories all over the world and there is also the option of online shopping for the
adventurous bride. But, every year there are numerous brides visiting India for a complete wedding shopping trip. A lot of these brides are accompanied by us when they are doing their wedding shopping here in India. India not only offers a wide variety of options for bridal shopping but is also comparatively cheaper
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Most Indian wedding invites are very elaborate and extensive and it is therefore cheaper to order them from India. You can browse through a range of ready options or design one of your own in a matter of days. You can either ask for the order to be shipped to you or carry the order along with you. In case you are ordering them online, make sure that you proofread the final copy thoroughly and ask for a proof before confirming the final order.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For your wedding outfit, you can opt for a heavy embellished lehenga or a beautiful simple Kanjeevaram saree along with a kundan, jadau or polki set. Certain specific ornaments like the mangtikka and mangalsutra are required in all Indian weddings and are found commonly in Indian markets.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">India is the ideal location to shop for a bridal trousseau, which is as diverse as the country itself! A Kashmiri Pashmina shawl, a couple of Bengali raw silk and Banarsi brocade sarees along with some Punjabi churidars, a Hyderabad pearl bracelet or ear rings along with a jadau or polka set, hair accessories, some Gujrati cotton bandhini sarees and you have essentially captured your Indian heritage in a bag. You can also pick up some
Indian home décor like embroidered cushion covers, Persian carpets, sandalwood and rosewood carvings and bed linen with Kalamkari or Kantha embroideries as part of your <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/wpblog/collecting-your-wedding-trousseau.html" target="_blank">wedding trousseau</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">And don’t forget the gifts! India offers a range of gifting options from antiques, handcrafted masterpieces, textiles, jewelry and other commodities. You will also find embellished money envelopes, exquisite gift bags and also different favor and packaging options. These products can be ordered in bulk quantities at reasonable rates. These gifts will not only give your guests a glimpse of India but will also help your Indian guests recapture the essence of their native land. And while on your trip, can also pick up some knick knacks which you can use as part of your wedding décor. We would love to hear about your experience while <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/wpblog/an-amazing-indian-wedding-shopping-spree.html" target="_blank">wedding shopping in India</a>.</span></div>
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prefer to opt for a more modern look, there are some who prefer the idea of simple bridal attire with a rich Banarasi silk, Patola or a Kanjeevaram sari. Just this week, we spent some time checking out the beautiful weaves available. Here are some Indian handloom products that can easily find a place in your bridal trousseau.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Saris and lehengas – Handloom saris are available in cotton, silk, crepe, chiffon or satin fabrics and are sold in different price rangesdepending on the amount of work involved. These saris or lehengas are further enhanced with beautiful block prints, motifs, tie and dye prints, intricate embroidery, brocade and zari work.</span><br />
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the salwar suit is the second common attire worn by Indian women. There are different styles and patterns of the suit depending on the region. The cotton suits are very common and conducive to Indian weather. The Punjabi style is colorful with heavy work in phulkari, chikan, zardosi while the Anarkali suits are reminiscent of the Mughal era and display stunning patch work, embroidery, prints and may be studded with jewels and stones.</span><br />
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worn by men and women of different age groups and can be paired with pajamas, salwars, dhotis and even jeans. Kurta pyjamas embellished with chikan work,
zari or intricate embroidery is also worn in weddings. Cotton and Khadi kurtas are ideal for casual summer wear and can be seen in floral and block prints. Silk kurtas adorned with embroidery, tassels, motifs, zari work and other
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well versed with the various requirements of the process. Your wedding is an important day for you and therefore, choosing the perfect pandit becomes even more critical.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Every pandit has his own methods and style of working. Some believe in a by the book kind of execution of a ritual while some are flexible
in shortening or lengthening a ceremony to suit your needs. Before choosing your pandit, you can lisr down certain points which you need to look at – doeshe speak English, is he flexible is adding or subtracting elements of the
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</div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-91123515027844841622012-03-03T14:20:00.000+05:302012-03-03T14:20:09.244+05:30Elements to create a beautiful Indian Wedding<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Whether you are having a traditional Indian wedding or not, there are million ways to give your wedding a true Indian feel. Traditional elements can be subtly blended into the décor, table arrangements, food layout, entertainment and stationery for your wedding.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Indian prints such as Bandhini, Ikat, Lehriya, Batik and other similar fabrics are very famous for their vivid colors and prints. Hints of these styles can be infused into the table runners, napkins, cushions, signage and also the wedding stationery. Indian brocade is very rich and textile art like block prints, mirror work, embroidery etc can also be used in a similar way.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For the table arrangements, try using traditional urlis filled with flowers and diyas. The table settings can include brass crockery and cutlery to give it a more Indian look and feel. Candles with henna designs are a beautiful addition to the decor. Additional elements like peacock feathers, Indian embellishments, colorful bangles etc are also interesting props that can be added. Incorporating Indian motifs, bright Indian colors and Indian prints into your stationery and signage are also a great idea. Using Indian flowers in your décor also looks very pretty and fragrant and is an ideal option for making your wedding more traditionally Indian.</span><br />
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Leather bound diaries, handmade paper diaries, photo books are some variations of the typical guestbook. For those who want their guestbook to be more than a wedding attendance register, there are many options for you to explore. Many couples like to have a blown up picture of them mounted with a border so that guests can write their wishes around the picture. This picture with the border can later be framed and prominently displayed in your home.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">If you are the sort who loves the idea of an interactive guestbook, how about having your guests answer some interesting questions or put down the best thing or memories pertaining to you! Handmade paper with these questions can be left at the tables for your guests to fill in. These not only will bring out a laugh as you read the answers many years down the line, but will also serve as excellent ice breakers at your wedding. You can also have your guests jot down their thoughts on pieces of fabric instead of paper. Post wedding you can use these pieces to make a beautiful patchwork wedding quilt which will keep you cozy. We love this idea ☺</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Another interesting and fun way to spice up your guest book is to have a photo booth at your reception. Quirky backdrops, fun props, some white boards with markers are all you need to get the best out from your guests. You can get some fun pictures which you can add to your guestbook. You can add some self adhesive photo corners to your guestbook so that your guests can slip in pictures clicked and write a few lines beside the picture as well.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Another interesting idea is to have your guests sign a keepsake that you can later incorporate into your home décor. A beautiful white porcelain vase or porcelain plates filled with wishes inscribed by your guests is a unique keepsake which can be displayed for years to come. A fabulous Christmas <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/indian-wedding-ideas.html" target="_blank">wedding idea</a> is to place some ornaments in a basket along with permanent colored markers and your guests can leave their wishes for the couple on these ornaments. You will relive many beautiful memories every year when you decorate your Christmas tree.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Think about an Indian wedding and you will always imagaine a a larger than life picture with crowds of people singing and dancing, flashes of stunning, heavily embroidered clothes and ornate jewelry, unlimited food and drinks and not to forget, an elaborate décor and stage set up. However, there are some couples, who prefer celebrating in a simple yet elegant way. What is most important no doubt, are the little personal touches which makes it a wedding to remember. Here are some tips to help make your Indian wedding stand out.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wedding Décor: Your wedding décor need not always have artistic long drapes, expensive flowers and elaborate set ups. In case of outdoor venues you can keep your décor minimal and take advantage of the outdoor ambience. You can add a few smaller décor elements, which will not only add to the ambience but also personalize the occasion. You can have colorful fabric or paper flowers hung at different heights across the venue. Flower petals and glass jars with candles can be used to decorate walkways and tables. Use Indian fabrics, lace and brooches to decorate your vases and table arrangements. Use colorful jars filled with beads, shells, ribbons, candles, dried leaves and twigs, confetti and many other things as part of your table arrangements.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Wedding Favors: You can order personalized favors from online portals, which offer a variety of options in terms of wedding favors. If you have a flair for cooking, you can bake and put together a box of cookies in interesting shapes and decorate them with icing in Indian designs. You can place your favors in boxes decorated with brocade or any other ribbon or lace. Hope these few <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/indian-wedding-ideas.html" target="_blank">Indian wedding ideas</a> were useful. If you would like to share any more we'd love to hear from you.</span></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-72043428271410092812012-02-17T16:59:00.000+05:302012-02-17T16:59:57.778+05:30The Big Fat Indian Wedding Invite<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Everyone wants their wedding day to be different, memorable
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the first wedding element that you begin to work upon and is also the first
element of your wedding that guests see. It plays an important role in setting
the tone for the event and giving your guests a glimpse of what to expect.
Today, people look for options other than the traditional paper and envelope
invites, which reflect the grandeur of the celebrations to come. Elaborately carved
boxes containing the inserts for different functions of the wedding celebration
are very commonly used. These boxes may be simple and elegant for a classy
affair or extravagant with a combination of laser cutwork, stones and other
embellishments for a big fat <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/">Indian wedding</a> feel.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Use of techniques such as foiling, embossing, debossing, 3D
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these designer cards. You definitely do not have to select from options available
with a card vendor but you can go one step ahead and design your own card by
customizing the borders, symbols, typeface, color of the inserts, ink and the
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choice, in most cases, would be a box, which would contain the gift and the
invite. There are some designers who have come up with ingenious ways of eliminating
the box and using the invite container or the invite itself as a favor. For example,
a beautiful handmade fan with the invite printed on it or a planner or diary
with the invite printed on the relevant date. You can also have your wedding
invite etched into a ceramic pot, wood, silver, glass or any other article as a
keepsake. Incorporating bookends, trays, frames, vases and other useful gifts
into your invite packaging also are interesting options.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Entertainment for a party, wedding or any other occasion plays a very important role in creating the right atmosphere for you and your guests to enjoy. Indian weddings are considered incomplete without music, dance and other kinds of entertainment. With more and more people aiming for larger than life wedding celebrations, wedding entertainment is of utmost importance, with options for any kind of budget. Choosing the right entertainment option is therefore very important as if can affect the overall success of any event.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For a long time now, DJs were considered the most feasible and the most obvious choice for party entertainment. Today this scenario has changed, with people planning theme weddings and the entertainment to be in sync with the theme. Live performances have become very common in wedding receptions. The range of options available is as varied as the different cultural and traditional facets of India. The choices include Indian classical musicians, dance troupes, traditional singers and musicians, traditional folk dance performers, exotic dance performances and even performances by Bollywood celebrities. Harpist, sitar, flutes and shenai are instruments used to provide background music during more solemn Indian functions like poojas and the wedding ceremonies. Celebrities like Katrina Kaif, Shah Rukh Khan, Malaika Arora Khan are perfect for a Bollywood themed party while singers like Kailash Kher and Talat Aziz can give concert style performances for a gazal night. Your guests will definitely be impressed watching their favorite stars performing live, exclusively for them! There are also many celebrity musical bands such as Jaggi D, Sukhbir, Bombay Rockers, Junoon who will ensure that your guests have a good time and make your occasion a grand and memorable event. International artists like Akon, Shakira and Kylie Minogue have also displayed their talents for a few famous Indian weddings.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Indian weddings are incomplete without a Mehendi or henna ceremony. The bride as well as other women in the family look forward to this occasion. The bridal Mehndi will not only be seen by all the guests but will also be the focus in some of the wedding photographs. Therefore it is important that you select a Mehndi artist who will be able to deliver the gorgeous Mehendi you have always dreamt off.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Since Mehndi is done in every Indian wedding, you can consult with your friends and family who have used professional artists for their Mehndi. You can look at their Mehndi photographs and ask for their experiences and feedback on the artist. Of course, your wedding planner will always have suggestions and options for you. Once you have narrowed down your options, you can set up a meeting for a bridal consultation, depending on the availability of the artists for your dates. You can have a look at their work portfolio and judge the color, detailing and quality of their designs. In case of any doubts, you can also request for a free Mehndi sampling so you get a firsthand experience of their work.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The charges for the Mehndi usually depends on the style – Arabic or Indian, intricacy of the design and how much portion of the hand is the Mehndi applied – full palm, up to wrist, elbow length etc. Once you have decided on a design, you can discuss the rates and other details. If possible, make sure that the Mehndi artist you select does not have multiple clients booked for the same day or around the same time otherwise it might lead to confusion or haste. While deciding on the time for bridal Mehndi, remember that it takes around 3-4 hours to apply bridal Mehendi and must be kept overnight or for at least 4 to 6 hours for maximum effect. Also you may have to wear your Mehendi attire before application to avoid spoiling your Mehndi, which means sitting for that long in an outfit! Quite often, the bride gets most of her Mehendi done before the function and gets the remaining done at the function. This way the bride gets her bridal photographs applying Mehndi and doesn’t have to be seated throughout the function, missing out on all the fun.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">While the bride gets her Mehendi done, her friends can be kept occupied doing their own Mehndi. You can inquire with your artist for special package rates for Mehndi for your guests. Depending on the number of guests and the type and quantity of Mehndi to be applied, the package includes a team of artists who apply Mehndi for the guests.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ensure that your Mehendi artists make their own Mehendi paste a couple of hours before application. The freshly made paste gives good quality designs and enhances the color unlike pre made Mehndi cones. Also check with the artist on aftercare of the bridal Mehndi. To ensure a dark color of the Mehendi, the henna is kept moist by dabbing a mixture of water or lemon juice with sugar.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Now, you can sit back and relax a fun filled <a href="http://marrymeweddings.in/Sangeet-and-Mehndi.html" target="_blank">Mehndi</a> celebration.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In India, the idea of specifying the kind of wedding gift that you expect
from your guests is a questionable one, definitely not common at all!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">But practically thinking, a gift registry is a great idea, which gives your
guests the option of choosing gifts, either individually or in collaboration
with other guests, which suit their budget as well as your taste and
requirement. It gives you the option of asking for things/appliances that you
require, gift vouchers for romantic dinners, spa treatments or for funds which
can contribute towards your expenses such as honeymoon, buying your new home or
wedding expenses. That being said, mentioning your gift registry can be a very
tricky situation!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Generally, couples create a wedding website, which they mention on the
invite and on this website they inform guests about the wedding registry.
Another option is printing the registry information on invitations for other
wedding related events, such as the bridal shower rather than on the actual
<a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/wedding-invitations-stationery.html" target="_blank">wedding invitation</a>. The information about the registry can be confined to a
simple sentence such as "the bride and groom are registered at XYZ”<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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restricted to a short line - "The bride and groom are registered at A, B
and C." Instead of mentioning anything on the invite itself, you can put
in an additional note explaining your decision. You can also consider
mentioning what you intend to spend the money on.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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gifts can be a little more complicated. If worded incorrectly, it can easily be
perceived as offensive or pushy by some guests. There are many registries that
have created various categories and options which are essentially disguised
ways of asking for money. For example, you can plan a honeymoon itinerary which
will involve various activities dinner, movies shopping etc. You can give the
guests an option for paying for your movie tickets or for a dinner or for your
shopping. This way you can give the guests the sense of actually giving a
<a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/wedding-Gifts.html" target="_blank">wedding gift</a>!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A bridal bouquet generally tends to be overlooked in an Indian wedding planning, as it is not considered part of a traditional Indian wedding. Also the Indian bridal look is very detailed and heavy, completed with a number of accessories and jewelry. Adding a bridal bouquet as an accessory may not be a preference with all brides.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Instead of using exotic flowers for your bouquet, you can use local or Indian flowers like marigolds, which are commonly available in the market. The bouquet stem can be accessorized with brocades, ribbons, Indian brooches and peacock feathers to give it an Indian feel. Traditional Indian prints like bandhani and lehriya can also be used to wrap the stem of the bouquet. Do you plan to carry a bouquet? We would love to know! </span></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-78066364137765155922011-11-07T23:37:00.000+05:302011-11-07T23:37:44.019+05:30Locations for your pre wedding shoot in India<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Pre wedding photo shoots are definitely a popular trend, and when it comes to a location for the shoot, exotic destinations overseas are the most appealing options presently. India is home to a variety of picturesque spots for you to capture some beautiful pre wedding moments.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">You can go from colorful and busy streets to quiet lush green spaces, from exotic beaches to endless desserts, from historical & cultural treasures to beautiful city attractions – India offers its all! Here is our compilation of some locations that will help create your dream pre wedding shoot!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Taj Mahal – Agra<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvA_C_NWmC5lLtr4FlrdGQRFU8KVL4Sx0DRDerq17EmE5k4Li8CgrrBjdsYYl5PWyR4ZdWydOvwKaCmGbGaWVfhxi8hBxu4tQlED4brV4_y2gr23U0jOy1nVUlI4gQphKMk2_AeLHEfYY/s1600/tajmahal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="247" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvA_C_NWmC5lLtr4FlrdGQRFU8KVL4Sx0DRDerq17EmE5k4Li8CgrrBjdsYYl5PWyR4ZdWydOvwKaCmGbGaWVfhxi8hBxu4tQlED4brV4_y2gr23U0jOy1nVUlI4gQphKMk2_AeLHEfYY/s320/tajmahal.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This is undoubtedly India’s most famous architectural structure and one of the wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal is considered to be the symbol of eternal love and is the ultimate location for a very memorable and romantic pre wedding shoot. The beautiful white domed structure with its delicate detailing, tranquil gardens and historic aura form a breathtaking backdrop for your photographs.</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Kerala</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFx_XlZzorRmaLpV339uMvsYdQD3tls2dREGuG30HbD8bzXQNWly85lK1w5liRF4Gb5os49uBjg9DUcqcA5eYL3B7SIMXndvXSukvrbaD1Ohm5GZTyNsINpkYO2E7tW4k2NG00zPUAExo/s1600/2-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFx_XlZzorRmaLpV339uMvsYdQD3tls2dREGuG30HbD8bzXQNWly85lK1w5liRF4Gb5os49uBjg9DUcqcA5eYL3B7SIMXndvXSukvrbaD1Ohm5GZTyNsINpkYO2E7tW4k2NG00zPUAExo/s320/2-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Also known as “God’s own Country”, Kerala offers a beautiful landscape dotted with coconut trees, extensive backwaters and beautiful beaches. The mesmerizing combination of the fiery sunset and calm backwaters form a picturesque backdrop for your photo shoot. The colorful and lively cultural and folk art of Kerala also makes for an interesting background for photographs.</span><br />
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</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Rajasthan, the land of Rajputs, is famous for its royal heritage, historic structures and the bright & colorful nature of its art & culture. The grandeur of the palaces, the colossal forts and the golden deserts will transport you back to the time of the Maharajas. This is the ultimate destination to bring a vintage or royal feel to your photo shoot.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Mumbai is a cosmopolitan city with diverse and contrast backgrounds, varying from artistic heritage and religious sites to vibrant markets and the glamorous Bollywood lifestyle. For those looking for something different from traditional scenic backdrops, the “Mumbai culture” offers a host of quirky and different scenarios for an interesting <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/pre-wedding-photography.html">pre wedding photo shoot</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Darjeeling, West Bengal is famous for its green tea gardens and marvelous valleys set against the azure sky. The relaxed atmosphere and beautiful surroundings makes it a popular photogenic destination. For the couples who love sports, you can also incorporate adventure sports like river rafting and trekking, which are among the tourist attractions in Darjeeling.</span></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-21860671527450280212011-11-06T00:04:00.000+05:302011-11-06T00:04:41.251+05:30Mithai at your Indian wedding<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">An Indian wedding is usually a grand and lavish celebration, and would most definitely be incomplete without an assorted platter of Indian desserts or mithai.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">India consists of a number of regions, each having its own desserts/mithai - different shapes, colors, flavors and sweetness and each with its own piece of interesting history. All Indian desserts can broadly be classified into two types. The milk based desserts like rasmalai, barfi or gulab jamuns and the flour based desserts, which are usually fried and dipped in sugar syrup. Some of these are motichoor laddu, jalebi and halwa.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Barfi is a fudge like dessert made of reduced milk. Different varieties of barfi are can be found in almost every sweet shop. These are bite sized colorful pieces, usually garnished with edible silver foil. The presentation of the barfi has evolved tremendously and these are now available in the form of various rolls, fruit shapes and exotic flavors.</span><br />
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</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Gulab jamuns are fried milk balls soaked in sugar syrup. This mithai is said to have originated from an Arabic dessert and was brought to India by the Mughals. This is a very popular dessert served at weddings and is usually eaten </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">alone, warm, or accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The jalebi is also called the “celebration sweet of India” as it is a popular choice of sweets distributed on national holidays. Made of flour deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup, the jalebi also originated in Arabia and was introduced to India by the Mughals. A variant of the jalebi is the flower shaped jangiri, which is commonly seen at weddings. These are served hot with rabri or a suitable choice of milk.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Kulfis are frozen milk based desserts or ice creams available in different flavors. The matka kulfi which is the kulfi served in an earthen pot is very popular for Indian weddings. These can also be served frozen on a stick or in floods.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Basundi is a sweetened dense milk dessert, a must have in all <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/wpblog/wedding-styles-gujarati-wedding-rituals.html">Gujarati weddings</a>. This is also called rabdi in North India. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A delicious sweet dish prepared with carrots, milk and sugar – gajar ka halwa – is usually the first preference of dessert in <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/">Indian weddings</a>. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Its difficult to pick a favorite, but imagine a dessert bar with a selection of the above – all colorful and so different from each other! Sure to be something your guests will enjoy and keep going back for more!</span></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-35737936668144468442011-10-11T18:15:00.000+05:302011-10-11T18:15:33.916+05:30Significance of Indian Wedding Rituals<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKY-7M9ejEfLANfY9aYTUH3IFjtzrW2EEnoEq94uFfxUwIaYHwpG5pu-WY0gALduFKFXO0Zzf4pX6hteqlKIir9J68nTo078L6MuWi4T6vtpX_RkLDi4gOdmB7tM6UJRV7NqcRpJbx1Qg/s1600/kanyadan.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKY-7M9ejEfLANfY9aYTUH3IFjtzrW2EEnoEq94uFfxUwIaYHwpG5pu-WY0gALduFKFXO0Zzf4pX6hteqlKIir9J68nTo078L6MuWi4T6vtpX_RkLDi4gOdmB7tM6UJRV7NqcRpJbx1Qg/s320/kanyadan.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Indian wedding celebrations are deeply rooted in religious beliefs and family ties. There are various wedding related rituals and ceremonies, which may or may not be superstitious and are usually carried out to repel bad influences, bring good luck or simply to add some fun to the celebrations. Here are some of them:</span><br />
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</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The bride's bright wedding clothes are worn as positive omens for her new life. In some weddings, when the groom arrives on his horse, he is usually accompanied by a male cousin or nephew who accompanies the bride and groom on their trek to the ceremony. He is a symbolic knight to ensure a safe and felicitous marriage and future.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In Gujarati weddings, as the bride's mother welcomes the baaratis at the door, she will try to pull the grooms nose, and this is just to tell him to take responsibility of her daughter! </span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Jaimala or the exchange of garlands represents that the bride and groom accept each other as partners in life. It also represents their respect for each other. The groom is then fed with sweets to welcome him to the bride's family and as a sign of respect.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The fire in the havankund during a<a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/indian-wedding-ceremonies.html"> wedding ceremony</a> symbolizes the god of Fire. This is done so that the bride and groom’s commitment to each other can be witnessed by the fire god. Offerings are given to the fire to invoke blessings for the married life.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The Gath Bandhan involves placing of scarves around the bride and groom, who are then made to walk around the ceremonial fire. The two scarves are then knotted together as a symbol of the bride and groom's eternal bond and their pledge to be faithful to each other.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 2; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">In many <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/hindu-wedding-in-india.html">Hindu wedding</a>s, there are rituals where the groom’s shoes are hid and are returned only in exchange for money. Another similar custom takes places at the end of the wedding ceremony, when some of the ladies may try to pull the groom's nose, and if one of them succeeds the groom will try to get hold of her sari. Truce is achieved only after some compensation is provided. This doesn’t hold any religious significance but is a very fun filled custom.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> The bindi is a colored dot worn on the forehead, between the eyes and is an important part of the Indian bridal look. The presence of a bindi on the forehead can be interpreted in two ways - one is a mythological significance where the bindi is said to represent the third eye and second is the social symbolism where it is said to represent the marital status of the woman wearing it. The bindi is now an ornament that is perpetually associated with the Indian culture and enhances the beauty of an Indian woman.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Today, the bindi is a must have fashion accessory! The color and style of the bindi may vary depending on occasion or even cultures. While a red bindi is a must have for any Indian bride, a black bindi is worn only by widows in some cultures. Similarly in Bengali customs, the beauty of the red bridal bindi is enhanced by white and red dots painted on either side of the bindi whereas a traditional <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/wpblog/brides-of-india-maharashtrian-bride.html">Maharastrian bride</a> is known to wear a crescent moon shaped bindi. The traditional powdered bindi or tikka has now evolved into the modern bindi stickers available in various sizes, shapes and studded with different stones to match every outfit your wear.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The charm of the bindi is not restricted to traditional attire and Indian wear but is also quite a popular fashion accessory flaunted by Hollywood divas like Alicia Keys, Katy Perry, Gwen Stefani and Madonna. Many Indian designers and celebrities have also set certain fashion trends by teaming innovative bindis with western outfits. We would love to know how you wear yours!</span><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8926304745357163481.post-79151348085294172392011-09-22T11:03:00.000+05:302011-09-22T11:03:02.022+05:30Wedding Food set up – Buffet or sit down??<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The question of having a buffet or sit down meal is a debatable one, as each as its own drawbacks and advantages. Most Indian wedding celebrations tend to have buffet setups for meals. Here are some comparisons between the two set ups:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ambience: A sit-down dinner gives an elegant and regal feel and is more appropriate for a formal celebration. Buffet meals provide a more casual and laid back atmosphere where people can mingle around and to enjoy each other’s company, while they fill their plates with their choice of dishes. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">That being said, a sit down dinner provides more time for socializing and dancing as compared to buffets where guests tend eat early to avoid the queues.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Convenience: In a buffet set up, the food is laid out in serving or chafing dishes along a long table and the guests have to queue up at the food tables. The food options are varied and the guests can choose what they like. This very often causes hold ups in the buffet line, resulting in a group of hungry and impatient guests. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">At sit down dinners, all your guests, especially, the elderly and children do not have to wait in lines to be served and can have their food at the table without spilling or making a mess as they reach their table.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Here are some things to consider while deciding between a sit down and a buffet set up:-</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">The look and feel of your celebration: If your dream wedding is along the lines of vintage, ballroom or royal theme, a sit down dinner is the most preferable option for you. A buffet set up is ideal in parties that are casual and fun, with a lot of dance and music.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Guest Profile: While making your guest list keep a count of the number of elderly, teenagers and children. The elders and more conservative thinkers among your guests may prefer a seated dinner, while younger guests may find this very boring and restrictive. A sit down meal for a large number of guests is quite risky as your venue and the service staff may not be big enough to cater to a large crowd. On the other hand, in case you have invited a large number of guests, make sure to have many food stations in different areas to prevent build up of hungry guests.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Venue restrictions: The criteria for having a sit down dinner are having a small guest list or a venue big enough to seat all your guests at one time. Both these criteria’s are not easy to fulfill, especially in <a href="http://www.marrymeweddings.in/">Indian weddings</a>, where space is an issue and guest numbers are always high. It is for this reason that Indian weddings usually have buffet meals instead of sit-downs. However today, many couples are opting for small intimate wedding celebrations, with elegant or classic themes and sit down dinners. Guests list are cut down drastically and RSVP’s are dutifully tracked to keep numbers in check.</span></div>The Indian Wedding Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06791861629406468131noreply@blogger.com0