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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...

Taking Care of your Wedding Jewellery

Make your wedding jewellery last eternally – like your love for each other! The wedding planners at Tamarind Weddings suggest the following tips for wedding jewellery care –  1)      The easiest and simplest way to take care of wedding jewellery is by wiping your wedding ornaments clean with a 100% cotton cloth dabbed in lukewarm water after use.  2)      For heavily beaded wedding jewellery, one can use an old toothbrush dipped in mild washing liquid and gently scrub off the dirt and grime deposited inside. Dry the ornament completely before storing it.  3)      Avoid using harsh chemical cleansers on your wedding jewellery as they can damage the soft metal and reduce the lustre in the ...

Antony’s & Steffy’s Wedding – Tale of Love

On August 14th, we witnessed the bloom of a beautiful tale of love! The backwaters of the Ramada Resort, Kochi, saw a wedding christened by God and blessed with his almighty love – Antony Arthur married the lady of his dreams, Steffy Sunny, among the blessings of all his loved ones! As in the words of Namitha Coreira, compere for the day, “The best and the most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched! They must be felt with the heart,” – The beauty in this wedding was the warmth of a love so pure. Antony and Steffy tied the knot at St. Mary’s Magdalene Church in Maradu. A prayerful mass was followed by an evening reception for the couple and their guests at the Ramad...

Changing Trends -Weddings in Kerala

Kerala weddings have evolved considerably over the years. And so has wedding planning! These days, the bride and bridegroom are the decision makers. They are constantly updated with trends from across the globe through social media and the internet. Wedding planners constantly research how ceremonies take place in different parts of the globe. These ideas are then inculcated into the event. Wedding planners suggest small and intimate functions, which can deliver an 'experience’ for the guests. Such functions also prevent wastage of food and resources. Reception parties are often planned for the evenings where entertainment is mixed with food and drink during the event. These entertainment ...

Underwater Weddings

Take your guests out for a real treat by giving them a real life underwater experience! Underwater weddings are a spectacle to watch and experience! A nose dive into the Atlantic with your beau wearing a crispy white wedding dress and ‘I Do’ with fish and bubbles is an out-of-the-world underwater wedding experience! To make the underwater wedding special, one must wear water-friendly goggles and scuba diving gear over their wedding dress. Instead of pretty shoes, flippers are fitted for easy underwater movement. The wedding ceremony under water is simple – The bride and groom, well-equipped with their scuba diving outfit dive into the water with the priest, who like them, is dressed for t...

Rahul’s & YouYou’s Destination Wedding in Kerala

Destination Weddings in Kerala are a specialty of Tamarind Weddings! When Rahul and YouYou chose to tie their knot in Kerala, little did they know that the wedding planners at Tamarind Weddings had arranged for them a multitude of surprises! This destination wedding was a mix of two cultures, as the groom was from Kerala, a traditional Hindu Nair, while the bride was Chinese. The wedding festivities took place at the Ramada Resort, Kochi, and were spread over two days. In these two days, the bride’s family, who were Chinese, had a brief glimpse of the beautiful wedding destination that was Kerala. The destination wedding celebrations began with a North-Indian Sangeet night on June 1st ...

Rangoli – Colours of Joy!

  Rangoli has long been one of the most decorative forms of art work in India. Essentially being made of sandstone or dyed rice flour, this rich art is used extensively throughout the country during festivals to bring colour and life. Mayuri, a Rangoli designer from Kochi, says, “Rangoli designs are conceived with much aesthetic sense. These symbolic designs are handcrafted to perfection by a talented artist’s hand. The peacock and Ganesha are commonly used symbols and are considered auspicious.” During Deepawali time, the women of the house gather together to decorate open spaces with these beautiful designs. Depending on the dexterity of the hand, the designs can vary from being si...

Oonjal – A Tamil Iyer Weddings Ritual

Tamil Iyer Weddings are always a treat to the eyes! Theirs is a wedding with many days of celebrations, spreading across many rituals for the couple and their family. A Tamil Iyer wedding promises to be wedding experience that nobody, including the bride, groom, family and guests, will ever forget! A symbolic ritual in Iyer weddings is the ‘Oonjal’. Dating back to the earliest of centuries, the Oonjal has become a part of the Iyer weddings. In the ritual, after the Kasi Yaatra, the couple is seated on a beautiful adorned swing, decorated with flowers and ornaments and is swung back and forth. The swing symbolizes the strength that the couple has to find in each other during rocky times. El...

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 ...

Why have a Wedding Planner?

Why have a Wedding Planner ? The wedding checklist is long and trailing off your table. Your eyes widen as you go over the to-do list and you sigh, visualizing the exhaustion you will face on the days before the wedding. Is this how you visualized your perfect day to be? No, right? Solution: Hire a Wedding Planner! A wedding planner is a professional who takes up the entire planning, coordination and execution of the wedding. Wedding planners know the wedding industry well and can suggest easy options for the to-be married couple.   Why have a Wedding Planner at all?   Personalization guaranteed! We understand that a wedding is a family-oriented affair and in most places,...