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Knanaya Wedding Ceremony
09Jan

Knanaya Wedding Ceremony

The Knanaya wedding ceremony is extremely unique as their customs are very different from other Christian ceremonies. There are basically four main customs in a Knanaya wedding ceremony - the Othukalyanam, Mylanchi Ideel, Chantham Chaarthu, and then, finally the wedding ceremony. Anju and Stephen’s wedding ceremony was the perfect example of a complete Knanaya wedding. Othukalyanam Othukalyanam is the engagement ceremony in Knanaya custom. Anju and Stephen’s Othukalyanam took place at the Sacred Heart Church, followed by the reception at Chaithanya Auditorium, Kottayam on August 5th, 2014. The main ceremony was in the church, presided over by the priest and it involved clapping of hands by t...

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wedding compere
06Jan

Wedding Compere and Sample Compere Script

Wedding compering is a growing industry, gaining popularity as each day goes by. A wedding comperer is essential to keep the day running smoothly. Usually, its a relative of the bride or groom does the compering. Newer trends show that couples nowadays prefer a professional wedding comperer for the job, as they have greater experience. Also, they add a dash of glitz and elegance to the function. For high profile weddings, celebrity comperers like Ranjini Haridas transform the event to a whole another level. Below is a sample compere script that can be used for a Christian wedding reception:   Wedding Compere Marriage is the fusion of two hearts, a harmony of two souls, and the union...

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diamond jewellery
02Jan

Diamond Jewellery for Weddings

  Diamond jewellery has become very popular in the past few years. There was a time when brides wore a lot of gold on their wedding day. But not anymore! Now, the trend is shifting towards diamond, platinum and even silver jewellery. While choosing diamond jewellery, be very careful! Identify good quality diamond by using the 5 C’s. The 5 C’s of a diamond is the key to each diamond’s quality. To establish a diamond’s quality, you must examine each of the 5C’s: Carat Weight, Cut, Colour, Clarity and Certification. It is the overall combination of these that determines the value and beauty of a particular diamond. Carat Weight Carat weight is the most obvious factor in determining the va...

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wedding flowers
06Dec

Wedding Flowers in Indian Wedding Industry

Indian weddings always have a lot of vivacity and exuberance in them. We owe this to the vibrant wedding flowers which add grace and charm to the auspicious event. From the beginning till the end, flowers remain an integral part of Indian wedding ceremonies and functions. But not all flowers are favorable for the occasion. Specific wedding flowers with symbolic meanings are preferred over others. Wedding flowers have different meanings in different cultures. History has witnessed the use of different kinds of wedding flowers in the most diverse, yet adorable ways possible in many ethical and religious marriages. While some are greatly favored in some cultures, they are considered inauspici...

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bridal makeup
20Oct

Bridal Makeup – Things To Do Before Your Big Day

Bridal makeup and the preparations behind it has been a topic of discussion for many years. Preparing your skin for that special day and making sure it is ready is extremely important. It is essential to make you look good in those ever-lasting photos and cared properly for your skin for the special look. All brides want luminous skin! - They want their skins to look flawless and radiant. Bridal Makeup The First Step: To have luminous skin, with minimum foundation, you need to start preparing your skin at least six weeks before the wedding day. You need to do this from the inside, starting with exercise and diet. Be sure to eat healthily and drink plenty of water in the months before your w...

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palace theme wedding
11Oct

A Palace Theme Wedding – Sukhmani + Ronald

A palace theme wedding has always been a dream for Sukhmani and Ronald. When they decided to get married in Kochi, they found out the perfect destination at Bolgatty Palace. Palace Themed Wedding Kochi is one of the most outstanding tourist destinations in the world. It's exotic charm and ruch tradition is a blend of the new and old. While also the commercial hub of Kerala, Kochi, because of its fine-looking backwaters, monuments and unique heritage, fascinates everyone around the globe. Shut from the hubbubs of this city is the attractive Bolgatty Island. Amid the picturesque island of Bolgatty is the beautiful Bolgatty Palace, the exclusive mansion with four palatial rooms, providing th...

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taxi
07Oct

She Taxi for the Ladies!

A unique concept: She Taxi for the Ladies Women always feel apprehensive while travelling alone at night. At some point in her life, she would have experienced something that has made her dread such a trip. How can she travel safely at night? The answer to this question is She Taxi! She Taxi is a new venture which was first started in Trivandrum and is now operational in Kochi as well. This is a vehicle driven by women drivers exclusively for women and children. Eight She Taxis roam the roads of Kochi since May 2014. And it's demand has been sky-rocketing. As the cars run 24 hours, they are sought after at all hours of the day. She Taxi driver Mary George says, "We get requests from forme...

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anu arabind
25Aug

Anu Arabind – “All That A Wedding Planner Can Be!”

“Anu goes into the minutest detail to arrange a wonderful wedding. She makes sure that everything has a personal touch and is very supportive throughout the wedding. She made my daughter’s dream wedding come true," says Francis Joseph, a client of Anu Arabind, a premier wedding planner from Kochi. Every wedding is unique and personal to all couples. And they should be able to enjoy planning their special day, while working with experienced professionals who are as excited about it as the couple. The aim of every wedding planner is to create a day that is more than what the couple ever imagined it to be! They aim to make it one which leaves their guests talking about it for years to come. H...

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henna
04Jul

All About Henna!

Henna has served as a symbol of good luck, health and sensuality for over five thousand years. The henna plant is associated with positive vibes and provides the link to an ancient age, full of good and bad spirits. Generations of women have used a paste made primarily of dried ground henna leaves for their designs. Some of these designs range from simple blobs to intricate geometric patterns designed to ward off evil, promote fertility and attract good energy. Henna The practise of decorating the skin is popular mainly in India and the Arab world. However, due to its rising popularity in the West, Indian cinema and entertainment industry, the people in Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the ...

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bhima jewels
28Jun

Bhima Jewels – Gold Shopping Made Easy!

Bhima Jewels is a premier shopping destination for fine jewellery with a stunning collection of gold, gemstones, platinum, silver, and diamond jewellery. The company was founded in Kerala in 1925 at Alappuzha by the late Shri. Bhima Bhattar, and now has a presence in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Bhima Jewels has jewellery for every occasion including weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions. The jewellery has been the beacon of trust in the jewellery industry in the eyes of its customers, its employees, its vendors, and its community. They value the trust we place in them and are committed to getting the highest quality jewellery and lifestyle products for the be...

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