Yearly Archive for: ‘2014’
Purva weds Amit
Amit and Purva met and fell in love while they were studying to be medical professionals. After spending much time staring into microscopes, Amit took Purva out to dinner at their favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The next day morning, he left pink roses …
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Rima weds Ankit
Celebrations, ceremonies, love, and blessings are elements that complete any wedding. Rima and Ankit’s wedding is no different and includes all these in just the right proportions to take your breath away. Rima and Ankit met through a mutual friend while in graduate school at …
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Risha weds Stefen
Risha Krystal Permanan and Stefen Mohammad had a chance meeting. They began dating, and then eight years later Stefen proposed – and he did it in style. On their way to his father and brother’s joint birthday party, Stefen took Risha on a short detour …
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Shivani weds Christopher
Shivani Patel, a mortgage processor, and Christopher Carranza, an assistant bakery manager, were first introduced by mutual friends who wanted the two to date. When they actually met, sparks immediately flew. Two years and two months after they began dating, Christopher proposed during a vacation …
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South Asian Brides: Sleep vs. Beauty How to get 5 more minutes of sleep on your wedding day:By Michele Renee
I have literally done hair and makeup on a Bride WHILE she was sleeping. Yes, this is a true story and I have witnesses. My beautiful but sleepy Bride was propped up with just enough pillows and rolled up towels to successfully finish her hair …
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Special Edition – Wedding Resources
Love, hope, excitement and a new beginning are words that come to mind when you think of newlyweds. In our previous Wedding Resources Guide, the wedding story of Annvi, a recent bride, was featured. Due to overwhelming response, we are including several personal stories in …
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Swayam weds Dhiren
Although Swayam and Dhiren met under the most unexpected of circumstances, it was clear from the outset that the universe was trying to tell them something. Sure enough, a little over four years later, both families were readying to formalize their engagement. With just under …
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Tania weds Anish
Tania Sanchez and Anish Vora held their destination wedding in Cancun, Mexico. The three day wedding celebration was held at the JW Marriott in Cancun, Mexico. The couple met in October 2010. Anish attended the bachelor party of his childhood friend, Nirav in Acapulco, Mexico. …
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The Ecstasy of a Destination Wedding Paru and Rishi
All girls dream of being swept off their feet and being whisked away to a magical place where they will be married, and then live happily forever. Paru Mehta too had the same dream, one where she knew exactly wherer her wedding destination would be …
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The Mangalsutra: A Sacred Symbol of Marital Union
The word ‘mangalsutra‘ comprises of two Sanskrit words, Mangal and Sutra. Mangal means sacred or auspicious, while Sutra means cord. Thus, mangalsutra is a sacred thread that is tied around a woman’s neck during the wedding ceremony by her amidst holy chants, thereby giving her …
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Top 10 Lavish Indian Weddings
Indian weddings are known all over the world for their elaborate customs, sacred rituals, and lavish feasts. The wide selection of cuisines, designer clothing, and glamorous jewelry are some of the most notable features in any Indian wedding. As most Indians believe weddings to be …
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Top 3 Beach Wedding Destinations in India
Beach weddings are fun, casual and romantic. Maybe you have always dreamed of a beach wedding, but are also trying to plan a wedding in India to accommodate family requests. Not to worry, even India has many of beach options, thanks to nearly 5,000 miles …
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Top 5 Hair And Makeup Tips for South Asian Bride By Brittany Ellis, Wedding & Event Planner at Eventrics Weddings
South Asian weddings are filled with culture, tradition, color and life. When an Indian couple becomes engaged, the coming months of their union will be filled with celebration, family and a lot of planning! Planning a South Asian wedding begins with a discussion on four …
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Top 5 Trendy Looks From Indian Bridal Fashion Week 2014
Let’s be honest, we can never get enough of bridal fashion! The colors, jewelry, fabrics… the list is endless. And why not! An Indian bride is a treat for the eyes, decked in beautiful traditional clothes and jewels. The best thing about bridal fashion is …
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Wedding Garland: The Ritual of Varmala
Marriage is a reality clothed in the magical attire of fantasy. It is a fairy tale that has its charming tentacles all over our minds and matter. Most often parents live to see this auspicious occasion in their young one’s lives. Sons and daughters wait …
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