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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...
Checklist Before Choosing Kerala As Your Wedding Destination
It’s been chosen as one of the 50 places on earth you MUST visit. Known as God’s own country for a reason, it is the land of backwaters, beaches, and breathtaking beauty. What's more, it is also quickly gaining popularity as a wedding destination. But, what must one consider before choosing the ‘land of coconuts’, Kerala, as your wedding destination? Here is a quick checklist to note while choosing Kerala as your wedding destination! : Weather Firstly, check the weather. Monsoon weddings are fast gaining popularity, especially during the months between September to March. They are best suitable for an outdoor wedding. Think beautiful virgin beaches or lush green plantations. Venue Next, p...
Role Of An Event Manager In a Traditional Wedding
Many traditions and rituals have fallen on the wayside with the passage of time. Most have been abandoned because of our inability to carry them forward. Many things have become unavailable or difficult to get hold on. A proper event manager can mitigate these losses with their professional expertise. Enter the wedding event manager! Here in lies the worth of a good wedding planner! Any event manager worth their salt would do the necessary to acquaint themselves with the rituals, customs, traditions and mores of a wedding. Often, NRIs and destination wedding parties have trouble laying their hands on certain traditional articles such as the Valkannadi (mirror made of metal) or paan (sweet ...
Weddings at Guruvayur Temple
For many, tying the knot in front of Lord Guruvayurappan is a long cherished dream. Due to the popularity of and demand for the Guruvayur Temple, Guruvayur is probably becoming one of the best wedding destinations in Kerala. Facilities, amenities, services and infrastructure befitting a wedding destination is now available in this temple town. Because of this, holding a wedding at the temple is a simple and straightforward affair. Tamarind wedding planners have conducted close to a hundred weddings at Guruvayur Temple. Hence, we are extremely familiar with the formalities at the place, and also enjoy a good liaison with the Devasam Board. Venue Services Auditoriums and reception halls tha...
Destination Wedding At The Zuri Kumarakom For Kapil & Neha
This is a story about a Dubai based Maharashtrian bride and her Sindhi groom who decided to have a wedding in Kerala. Since all their friends had destination weddings, Neha and Kapil wanted to do the same, yet be different. Their hunt for a perfect setting for the wedding led them to the backwaters of Kerala. With crucial inputs from the Tamarind team, they decided to hold their wedding celebrations at The Zuri Kumarakom. The Zuri Kumarakom is one of the most luxurious destination wedding venues in Kerala. Neha says, "We came across the Zuri Kumarakom, and it was love at first sight. The property on the backwaters seemed like the perfect place to make our vows. Also, the capacity of rooms, ...
Why Choose Kerala As A Destination Wedding Venue?
Things to consider before choosing Kerala as your destination wedding venue Kerala reigns amongst its competitors as one of the 50 places on earth you MUST visit in several surveys. The land of backwaters, beaches, and breathtaking beauty, Kerala goes by the humble name of, "God's Own Country". Lately, it has also gained popularity as a wedding destination. But, what must one consider before choosing the ‘land of coconuts’, Kerala as a destination wedding venue? Here is a quick checklist to make your wedding in Kerala memorable and enjoyable: Check the weather. Monsoon weddings are fast gaining popularity. While the months between September to March are generally dry, they are suitable for...
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...
Qualities To Look For In A Wedding Photographer
Choosing a professional wedding photographer is not something that you do every day. Before you embark on this part of your wedding planning, determine qualities that help differentiate between a capable and an amazing wedding photographer. Before hiring a wedding photographer, you have to ensure that your photographer has all the qualities required in a good photography professional. He should be able to capture all the important moments of the wedding such as the smiles, hugs, tears, rituals, guests, etc. wedding photography 1. Training and Education While it isn’t necessary to have a Master’s degree in photography, there are numerous ways in which training and education can help develop ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
