Wedding

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Selfie Corners – Getting Trendy On The Sangeet And Wedding Night

Did you know that people upload close to 300 million pictures everyday across social media sites? And if it is the Indian wedding season, you can expect that number to zoom past the record margins! Recenlty, the concept of selfie corners is doing rounds across major events. If you are planning a pre-wedding sangeet and post-wedding cocktail party, a selfie corner can add colour and vivacity to your event. What is a selfie corner anyway?  Remember those photo studios with enclosed walls and curtains? Yes, they are very much still in vogue.  The “only difference” is that you click your own pictures and upload them instantly, instead of relying on a pro. Also called the Selfie Booth, this is a...

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Environment-friendly Wedding Gift Ideas: Tree Saplings

Wedding Gifts: A Tree which can last a lifetime and more.... “I promise to love you unconditionally, every day and support you with my commitments like an inseparable friend.” - A Wedding Vow What better than turning this promise into something that will outlive you and your partner, and grace many generations to come? It is a great way to echo environment needs by making a friendly gesture towards your loving guests. Yes, the concept of planting tree sapling as gifts on the wedding day is new. But it is catching up rapidly. Trees are gifts to mankind. Unfortunately, the rate of deforestation and population explosion are taking tolls on forests. Why don't you turn your wedding into one of ...

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5 Bollywood Movies For Couples

Bollywood thrives on drama, song and dance! And what better way to incorporate all three than in wedding sequences? If you take count, most Bollywood flicks centre around weddings. That too, dreamy ceremonies with the best musicals, colourful attired and rituals you can dream of! So it is not surprising to find newlyweds hoping for Bollywood-styled weddings, complete with music, dresses and celebrations. There are hordes of wedding-themed films that serve as muse to these would-be’s. Here we list five of them here that are most popular among the youth: Hum Apke Hain Kaun This Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit starrer film was a massive hit during the 90s. And suprisingly, it carries its glamour ev...

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Invite In Style – The Ultimate Wedding Invite Guide

As weddings are becoming the grandest affairs in one’s life, why should the wedding invite be behind? Wedding cards give the first impression about an event, setting the tone for what's about to come. So their selection becomes utmost important in weddings. A memorable wedding invite is treasured by family members as a memento of the occasion. Couples today have so many innovative ideas regarding invitations. So want to know what’s trending in wedding cards? Let's have a look then! Strong-rooted Traditions  It is a fact that many Indians still don’t wish to leave traditional elements in wedding invite designs. The age-old trend of imprinting Lord Ganesha or the ‘white n gold’ is still on, un...

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7 Wedding Bloopers To Watch Out For!

Wedding bloopers are those mistakes you can make when planning the perfect wedding. A wedding event, even though joyful and celebratory, can be a tense affair. But despite all the apprehensions one may have, getting married is actually an easy thing to do. If you have found out the love of your life, then set a date for yourselves and arrange the marriage ceremony, what more could go wrong? Well, there are a lot of things that could go wrong! Wedding bloopers can strike any place, any time! While it may seem as though things are misplaced during your special day, it is quite natural to have one or two-minute details going astray. But there are precautions you can take to not let the entire g...

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All About the Vidai Ceremony 

Vidai ceremony is a ceremony native to India. This very special ceremony holds a sentimental place in the hearts of the bride's family. In Indian marriages, the pre-wedding days are full of activities, friends and family making merry all around. It is a whirlwind of ceremonies, rituals and emotions running high. While on one hand, there is immense joy permeating everyone because of the union of the new couple, there is sweet sorrow on the part of the bride’s family from leaving their daughter to another home. This momentous ceremony is termed as Vidai ceremony, also known as Bidai or Bidaai, or Doli as in Sikhism. The Origin of Vidai Ceremony In ancient days, the brides were usually given ...

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Legal Assistance in Weddings

Marriages have many legal implications. To legally marry in India is quite a long process for a foreigner. An Non-Resident Indian (NRI), a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) or a citizen of another country can either marry through a religious or a civil marriage ceremony. Religious Marriage Ceremonies A religious marriage ceremony is usually a legal marriage in India. However, nowadays, registration of marriage is a legal requirement in most states. Additionally, a formal marriage certificate from the Registrar of Marriages is required for visa and immigration purposes. Since India is a land of many religions and cultures, there are laws, rules and regulations for different religions. Some of the...

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15 Important Things To Complete Before The Wedding Day

The date is set and the wedding day is fast approaching. You are nervous, excited and going about with jitters. It’s almost the moment of reckoning and you are sure you have everything reined in nice and proper. But are you sure? There will always be a thread or two left hanging untouched. Being pretty sure of things is not a good way to step into your wedding day. You have to be absolutely certain that everything is in order. So here is a checklist of 15 important things that you may forget to look into. Treat this as a reminder: 1.Check the invitation list – This one is a slippery one as the chances of forgetting to add a friend or family is high. So double check your invitations (inclu...

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Joe Alapatt Wedding

The nuptial of Joe, the scion of the Alapatt family, was the talk of the town. And his beautiful bride, Ann, just upped the ante a notch! We were thrilled to be chosen to create this very special wedding day and reception for the Alapatt couple! Joe and his brother Antony briefed us with precise and specific. Based on these inputs, we created a classy ambience for the young couple. The wedding venue was the Crowne Plaza at Kochi. More than 2000 guests attended the function. The main challenge lay in accommodating such a large gathering, without creating a crush. To achieve this, we designed the venue with five interconnected gathering spaces. The main area where the bride and groom greeted g...

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Thinking of Wedding Venues in Kerala?

Kerala is a dream destination for many, especially honeymooners. The lush greenery, beautiful backwaters, frothing beaches and misty hill stations attract many to this land. It has even been chosen as one of the 50 places on earth you must visit. God's Own Country, Kerala, is also the perfect place to celebrate weddings, especially a destination weddings. There are many couples across the world who look for exotic places to plan their wedding and make its memories, even more, colorful. The white sands and calm waters of Kerala with its rich Indian traditions are exactly what would make this dream a reality! Ancestral Property Wedding However, before deciding on wedding venues, there are so...