Every girl wants to look her best on her wedding day. You’ll have your hair fixed to perfection, makeup done to make you look and feel like a Hollywood star, and you’ll want to lose some weight to look your absolute best. Most people shy away from the thought of losing weight because they don’t even know where to start. And then once you do start – how do you keep it up for long enough to really see results? Fear not, we are here to help. Here’s 4 tips to loose…
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Real-Life Bachelorette Party Ideas and Bachelorette Party Themes
So you’ve decided to host a bachelorette party. Oh, the pressure! The good news is that many have come before you, and they have conquered. Here’s a sampling of some fantastic real-life bachelorette party ideas, straight from the brides, bridesmaids and guests themselves. Co-Ed Bash : “Our wedding party was made up of a lot of mutual friends from college so we decided to do a co-ed bachelor and bachelorette party. We started the night at my maid of honor’s house with tons of beer and great food in the backyard.…
Read MoreWedding Guest Etiquette: What You Need To Know
Perhaps your sister is getting married this summer, or you’re invited to a number of friends’ weddings in the span of a few months’ time. Whatever the case, there’s plenty of stuff . to do as a wedding guest, even if you aren’t a member of the bridal party! Check out the ultimate list of what you need to know before you attend your next wedding, and remember, be gracious and have fun! RSVP (“répondez, s’il vous plaît,” which means “please reply.”) : Do not, repeat, do not bring a…
Read MoreCrafty Ways to Make Your Wedding Invitations Unique
Every couple wants their wedding day to be as unique as their relationship. Brides place a huge importance on getting an individually-designed gown, grooms may spend time choosing a special waistcoat, cummerbund or tie, and a wedding planner may be employed to make sure the design and décor of the event is unlike any other gone before. One of the most essential aspects of any wedding is the wedding invitation. The invitations may, for some guests, be their first indication that a wedding is even on the cards. Many guests…
Read MoreHow marriage has changed over centuries
Since the ancient world, marriage has evolved from a preservation of power to a personal contract between two equals seeking love, stability, and happiness. Actually, the institution has been in a process of constant evolution.
Read More5 Things You Must Consider before Finalising a Wedding Date
The first step of planning a perfect wedding starts with finalizing a date. Especially in the Indian tradition, a wedding date holds a huge significance. There are many aspects that come in play when you are choosing your wedding date. Furthermore, it is not just the wedding date that has to be finalized, you need to set dates for all the other pre- and post-wedding functions as well, from rokka and engagement to sagan and mehendi. Here is a quick wedding planning guide and checklist of what you should know…
Read More5 Unusual Gifts that All Newly weds would Love
Gifting is never as easy as it seems, especially when it comes to newlyweds. Most people go overboard while choosing wedding gifts. However, most often, after the reception, the couple gets stuck with several pressure cookers, mattresses, numerous dinner sets, and many showpieces that they don’t know what to do with! Why waste your time and effort on giving something that no one really wants? Wouldn’t you like to gift something that can be used by the couple, and really appreciated as well? We agree it can be confusing. To…
Read MoreUnique and Creative Ideas to Welcome the Newly weds to their Reception Party
The wedding ceremony is complete, and it is now time to celebrate in style, with family and friends. Welcoming the groom and the bride, as newlyweds is a crucial part of the wedding. So, why not spice up the grand entrance of the couple as man and wife for the first time? A warm welcome to the couple will set the tone for the reception party. Make it an unforgettable entrance for them. Here are some ideas to give a lovely welcome to the newlyweds after they have just tied…
Read More7 Guests Every Bride Would Love to Have At Her Wedding
We have all heard of horrible wedding guests who put a dampener on your wedding; but then there are some adorable guests without whom your wedding is incomplete. They make you smile and laugh on this wonderful day and remind you what weddings are truly about. Let us have a look at these adorable wedding guests that every couple wants at their wedding. #1. “I-will-do-everything-to-make-you-happy” bridesmaid : While having a bridesmaid is a relatively new concept in India, every bride definitely has a BFF who only wants to make sure…
Read MoreSignificance of Saath Pheras or Seven Vows in an Indian Marriage
The typical Hindu wedding consists of the bride and the groom taking seven vows in presence of their loved ones, with the holy fire as their witness. This is a way for the couple to confirm their commitment and sincerity to the new relation they are entering. Each of these vows is accompanied by a phera or a round around the holy fire. Though most couples, in their eagerness to get over with the ceremony, may tend to overlook these vows, each of these seven vows has a deep religious…
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