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Indo-Western Wear for Grooms

On her wedding, every bride is the most beautiful girl on the planet. With glittering attire matching the gleam of the Sun and a chastity that can put the Moon to shame, somehow grooms never managed to get that attention. Whether to go for a formal western suit or stick to traditional Indian attire? Every groom faces the dilemma... and the answer is far from clear. Here are top ideas on how to pick the perfect Indo-Western wear for men for the wedding. Always start with a tailor and a designer More than the look and the fabric you are going to adorn, it is the tailoring and the design that you should focus on. Indo-western wear includes a fusion of trousers, Indian short, waist coat and t...

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Bridal Shopping in Kerala

Every girl dreams of her wedding day since her childhood. It is a very special day when she is draped in beautiful silks, wearing the most amazing jewels and becomes the centre of attention. Every girl has a dream wedding in her mind. And the most important aspect of it is what she will wear on her wedding. This calls for some good shopping decisions! In Kerala, saree is still the favorite option for bridal wear. However, brides are also taking an interest towards gowns, cholis and lehengas. There are many excellent boutiques and textile shops in Kerala, catering to all the dressing needs of a bride. Weddings are increasingly becoming a festivity in this state, where people economically wel...

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Wedding Gown Trends

Wedding gowns have caught the Indian bride’s fancy and how! The sumptuous, fairy tale wedding gown has moved out of the church aisle and on to the marriage mandaps. What’s more, white, off -white and cream are no longer the only colour options. There are choices galore when it comes to colour, silhouettes, necklines and veils. On the international scene, colour, albeit soft pastel ones, have been slowly making inroads onto the wedding dresses. Blush pinks and genteel greens are no longer restricted to just the bridesmaids’ party. As for the pattern, off-the-shoulder necklines and sheer capes are holding sway on the global wedding gown stage. The gregarious, gorgeous Indian bride has take...

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The Bridal Bouquet – Up close

It’s almost impossible to imagine a wedding without flowers. The bright fragrant blooms find their way into the decor, the ceremony and even, on to the bride and groom. Of these, a particular bunch garners a lot of attention – the bridal bouquet. The tradition of the bride carrying a bouquet dates back centuries. Though back then, the posies were a lot different from the ones seen today. In the past, the bride usually carried a bunch of herbs and strong smelling spices to the wedding altar. The spices and strong odour were meant to ward off evil spirits and of course, for their fragrance. Tips for choosing the best Bridal Bouquet Flowers were symbols of fertility and one of the first to m...

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Seematti – An Exclusive Interview with Beena Kannan

1.Why go to shop for sarees at Seematti? Ans: It is extremely easy to answer this question. All you have to do is to check out every saree store you know and then, step into Seematti. You'll know the difference. 2. How is a Saree different from other wedding attires? Ans: The most obvious difference is that saree is unstitched cloth and the other bridals are tailored and finished. The other reason is a two-dimensional one. One of culture-specificity and the other of contemporary fashion trends. By culture-specific, I mean tradition demands us to go in for a wedding saree. However, in the 21st century, the shopping ethos have changed. Now, depending on the family's attitude, you can either go...

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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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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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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 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...

Wedding Gown Secrets – Wedding Gown Designers

  Every bride dreams of sashaying down the aisle in a gorgeous white wedding gown! Tamarind Weddings has networked with some of the best wedding gown designers in Kochi to find out what the young bride has to keep in mind when ordering her wedding dress! Saif Hamza, Director at La Tiara, Kochi, says, “Two main things that one should consider when designing a wedding gown is the height of the bride and the materials she uses to accentuate herself. The gown can create an illusion of height for the bride. For a woman who is short, lowering of the hipline work can make her look tall.” Materials vary vastly from gown to gown. Varieties of satin, such as magic satin, are common textures ...