Yearly Archive for: ‘2016’
2016 Atlanta MyShadi Bridal Expo: Vendor Profile
Congratulations to the Booth Décor competition winner from the 2016 Atlanta My- Shadi Bridal Expo – Sterling Décor by Kalpana Patel! A native of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Kalpana Patel has been “living the American dream” for the past 30 years in Atlanta, Georgia. Patel, owner of …
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2016 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review
Dazzling mandaps, gorgeous bridal wear, and the buzz of excited couples were a part of each of the MyShadi Bridal Expos this year. Couples along with their families and bridal parties attended the bridal show in the hopes of marking items off their wedding-to-do checklist. …
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A Journey Down the Aisle to Fitness by Nisha Jani
While you work backwards on your wedding planning, keep your health and fitness in mind. It can make all the difference during the actual event- as well as in those photographs you’ll cherish forever. Whether you’re the bride, bridesmaid, or mother of the bride, this …
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A New Tradition on the Horizon- Indian Wedding Registries
By Brittany Ellis Cole, Owner of Eventrics Weddings Indian weddings are rich in tradition and age-old rituals that have been practiced for hundreds of years. However, some western wedding customs have influenced the way Indian couples are doing things, especially the wedding registry. Traditionally, …
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Amanda weds Rajesh
They say that the heart recognizes its soul mate, but the mind may take time to process. While at first glance of Amanda on his 30th birthday, Rajesh immediately recognized his destiny, it took Amanda, then 28, a year to recognize the same for Rajesh. …
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Ami weds Raj
The saying goes that neither time nor distance can stop two lovers from meeting. For 28-year-old Ami Vakharia and 29-year-old Raj Gandolia, both radiology physicians, their love story began during their teenage years when they met in the Tibetan Himalayas. Though years passed before the …
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Bridal Beauty Tips for the Month Before Your Wedding
By Pareen Merchant, Sanctuary Salon & Med Spa All brides have their perspective Wedding To-Do list! Your wedding planner, maid of honor or mother has already given this to you months ago! However below we have put together a check list of salon services that …
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Choosing the Right Photographer to Capture Your Memories
By Rina Shah, CEO and founder of The Arpan Group Once couples and their families settle on a venue and choose a wedding date, the next important item on the list of wedding-to-dos is often choosing a photographer. You found a gorgeous backdrop for your …
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Dulhan the Diva
The avant-garde bridal collection in all its glittering glory showcased during the recent fashion weeks by internationally acclaimed Indian designers corroborates that lehnga-cholis, still the most sought-after wedding trousseau, have undergone scintillating twists. What’s more, with its fast-evolving fashion trend, the bridal sari fad refuses …
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Eat, Drink, and Be Merry: Choosing a Wedding Caterer By Rina Shah, The Arpan Group
For South Asians, weddings are just as much about celebrating a couple’s nuptials as about the festive food! Chances are guests may not remember intricate details from a wedding, but they will certainly recall memorable dishes and delectable desserts. One to five or more events …
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Five Must-Haves at an Indian American Wedding
Hosting an Indian American wedding and not sure how to “Indianize” it? Fret not! Read on to know the five must-haves that will make your’s an authentic one.By Taniya Talukdar Indian weddings are grand and memorable, so even someone who hasn’t attended an authentic one …
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Jaimini weds Neal
Meeting through mutual friends, Jamini and Neal dated each other for three years. Though Jaimini hated surprises, Neal’s sudden proposal on the beach during a romantic weekend away in Puerto Rico was one of pure joy. She did not hesitate in saying ‘yes’ as Neal …
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Julie weds Manreet
A mutual love of traveling and adventure brought Julie and Manreet together when they met through common friends in Midtown Atlanta. As true adventurous spirits, they helped each discover new passions; Reet introduced Julie to mountain biking, and Julie taught him to snowboard. During their …
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Kaniksha weds Atman
Kaniksha weds Atman Kaniksha and Atman’s first meeting was a blind date at the Jacksonville Zoo arranged by family friends, and it went so well that almost two years later, they were engaged. They immediately discovered they had much in common, from their love of …
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Liz weds Vikram
Liz weds Vikram Vikram and Liz were lucky to be living in the same city when they met online after Vikram reached out. They met up for wine and cheese on a beautiful Sunday afternoon in St. Louis, and bonded over their mutual love of …
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