Wedding 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…

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Crafty 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…

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5 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…

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5 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…

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Unique 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…

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7 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…

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Significance 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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A Groom’s Guide To Plan A Wedding

Everything you need to know to make it to the altar with both you and your relationship in one piece. Wedding planning is all about picking your battles. The key is knowing when to have an opinion, when to help and when to walk away. Millions of men get married every year and have lived to share the survival tactics we have laid out here. Welcome to the madness of wedding planning. You probably have some questions: Wait, we’re spending $600 on a cake, which is made with flour and…

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Choosing music for Wedding Ceremony

Music is a big part of most weddings, your wedding ceremony music can set the entire tone of your event. It is important to take the time to consider how to choose music for a wedding ceremony so you are setting the right tone for your wedding day. Whether you decide to hire a band or a DJ or provide the wedding’s soundtrack with your own iPod, take your time and follow these suggestions to help you choose the appropriate musical selections for you and your partner. The wedding songs…

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