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shopping malls
23Jun

Shopping Malls In Kochi And Their Role In Wedding Shopping

Shopping malls play a vital role in the wedding industry nowadays. The pre-wedding shopping was hectic earlier due to the time-consuming routes to each destination along with traffic and grime. But these days, shopping malls have put an end to all these difficulties. Here are some of the shopping malls in Kochi which provide a wide range of wedding requirements for the big day in one place: Lulu International Shopping Mall Shopping Malls in Kochi - Lulu Mall It is the largest shopping mall in Kerala. In fact, it is the biggest mall in the continent of Asia. It covers 17 acres of land with 1,700,000 sq ft in area. Opened on 10 March 2013, the mall contains more than 300 outlets including foo...

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pranaah
14Jun

Pranaah by Poornima Indrajith

Pranaah, the first exclusive celebrity designer boutique in Kerala was launched by Poornima Indrajith, the popular celebrity fashionista. Along with showcasing her signature collection, Pranaah also provides a platform for one-on-one interactions on fashion, styling and makeovers. The customers who walk into the boutique always find what they are looking for in the simple and elegant signature collection of clothes. Pranaah What makes Pranaah different from other boutiques is that each item they sell is unique and one of a kind. They are careful not to repeat any of their dresses and use their own material to create masterpieces. Their dresses are usually hand-embroidered and up-to-date wi...

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heritage home weddings
09Jun

Heritage Home Weddings

Heritage home weddings hold a certain fascination for people who visit Kerala. Perhaps its the amount of culture, tradition and fondness to roots and ancestors that we see all around. Such type of heritage home weddings are not just gaining fashion, but also bringing together people from different eras. Have you ever dreamt of having an old fashioned homely wedding? If yes, then you can have your dream wedding with Tamarind Weddings. Heritage home weddings have their own charm as they take us back to our golden age where we had joint family set up. For an event like a wedding, every family member meets at the heritage home and conducts the wedding in their courtyard. Heritage Home Wedding ...

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ranjini haridas
03Jun

Ranjini Haridas – An Exclusive Interview

Ranjini Haridas, as always, is a vibrant and lively anchor, still in her early 30’s. The winner of the Miss Kerala 2000 achieved prominence in Malayalam television in 2007 as the anchor of the reality show "Idea Star Singer" on Asianet. Ranjini Haridas also presented the closing ceremony at the 2010 Keli International Kalamela in Switzerland. Ranjini Haridas Ranjini Haridas made her film debut with a cameo role in China Town, where she appeared as herself, the anchor of Idea Star Singer. In 2013, Ranjini acted in a Malayalam film named ‘Entry’ which was her first film in a lead role. She then signed her second film with internationally acclaimed director Rupesh Paul. Here is an exclusive i...

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wedding favours
29May

Wedding Favours – The History Behind It!

Wedding favours are small gifts given as a gesture of appreciation or gratitude to guests from the bride and groom during a wedding ceremony or a wedding reception. This is a very old tradition. It is believed that first wedding favour, common amongst European aristocrats, was known as a Bomboniere. A Bomboniere is a small trinket box made of crystal, porcelain, and/or precious stones. The contents of these precious boxes were generally sugar cubes or delicate confections, which symbolize wealth and royalty. Wedding Favours As sugar became more affordable, people began to replace bombonieres with almonds. For centuries, almonds were commonly distributed to wedding guests to signify well wi...

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ancestral property
30Apr

Wedding In An Ancestral Property In Kerala

Wedding in an ancestral property has always been a dream for many. Now, such a wedding is possible in Kerala. Wedding in an ancestral property has its own beauty. You can stay in this property and conduct a wedding or an engagement. A traditional ancestral home offers a lot more than just a place to stay and conduct weddings. It has features and components which are unique. The features of an ancestral property are as follows: Padippura It is a structure containing a door forming part of compound wall for the house with a tiled roof on top. It is the formal entry to the compound with the house. Poomukham It is where you enter the house climbing up steps in the front. It has a slope tile...

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wedding organizer
03Apr

Things to Note Before You Finalize Your Wedding Organizer!

A wedding organizer or planner helps a bride and groom have the wedding they want. This could mean planning and organizing the whole wedding from start to finish or just sorting out certain aspects of the day. Before you decide on your wedding organizer, you need to know certain facts about them. In a growing industry like wedding planning, it is very easy to fall prey to scams. Here are a few points to remember before you finalize your wedding organizer: Check if Genuine Check if your wedding planner has an official website, a genuine Facebook page and an official e-mail id. This shows the authenticity of the planner to an extent. When you check the website, make sure that the photos a...

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destination weddings
26Mar

Destination Weddings in Kerala

Destination weddings is a growing trend in Kerala. Kerala is one of the most popular destinations for destination weddings in the world. In the twilight of the 9th of March, Rahul and Madhumita vowed to be together forever on this rich land. The celebration which took place at Parayil House, a fine example of Kerala architecture, with its antique woodwork and its plethora of hidden attics and ancient granaries. The house breathes history and gave an aesthetic feel to the whole function. The beautiful bride, Madhumita, was escorted down the aisle by her father and gave her hand to the groom, Rahul. Then in the emotional vow exchange, the couple revealed their love for each other, to their fa...

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nair weddings
15Mar

Tradition: Nair Weddings in Kerala

Malyalee Nair weddings in Kerala are simple and brief. They have very few rituals and far lesser religious compulsions. A traditional Nair wedding takes place in a nearby temple, the bride’s residence or in a convention center convenient for both parties. Pre-Wedding Ceremonies Muhurtham: The parents of the girl and boy exchange horoscopes. And if the horoscopes match, the families choose an auspicious date or muhurtham after consulting with the family astrologer. Nischayam or the engagement ceremony: This ceremony is to announce, share and celebrate the joyful event of the confirmation of marriage. The compared and approved horoscopes are exchanged during this ceremony. During the celebrat...

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Unique Celebration
05Mar

A Unique Celebration – Sharon + Swetha Engagement and Wedding

A unique celebration took place on the 1st of February at Ramada Resort when Sharon and Swetha celebrated their engagement in flairy style. The couple wanted a North Indian style function in the heart of Kerala. So, to fulfil their dream, Tamarind Weddings created a wonderful theme setting. Swetha and Sharon arrived in style in a vintage car - the 1928 Ford, to loud rounds of applause. The Dhol and Dandiya performances took the entrance sequence to another level. The purple theme décor of the venue lifted the ambience, making it a truly unique celebration. While having dinner, the guests tapped their feet to the spectacular beats of ‘Thaikkudam Bridge.’ The band stole many hearts with their...

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