Things to keep in mind about music at your wedding

Music holds a very important place in the Indian weddings, it is almost as important as the food in many of the functions of the marriage. It holds a premium spot in many parts of the wedding like the Baraat, entry of the groom and on the day of wedding sangeet where many performances by family and friends take place. To make it simpler for you we have made a list of the important things which should be kept in mind while making the music arrangements for your wedding :-

Have a loud wedding

You just cannot have the big fat Indian wedding without some highly energetic and peppy songs playing in the background. In a country like ours there can never be a shortage of songs which suit the various functions of marriage. Make sure that you get a good sound system to play your music just so that the music can sound pleasant to the ears of your guests. In case you do no have enough budget to hire a professional DJ then you can give the responsibility to your cousins or friends as there are many young people who would like to take this responsibility. The weddings hold some of the most important moments of one’s life so make sure that you make the best of them.

Add music to get that magic

It is better that you give the responsibility of selecting the music tracks solely to one person in order to avoid confusion.

·       It is advised that you use the temple bell sounds or a good piece of instrumental music during the Jaimala exchange takes place as there are not many lyrical tracks which can perfectly depict this moment.

·       It is best that you use the dhol based music during the entry of the groom to highlight it.

 Understanding the Basics

  It’s very easy to get carried away by the younger generation at the wedding and almost forgetting the older generation. It is very important and should be kept it in mind that the music and the songs that are being played should cater to the larger audience and not just a fraction of it. Such music should be selected that includes different varieties –Both the classics and the new trendy songs should be mixed to get the perfect playlist for the wedding. A good blend of music can be made by using 30% of the all time classics with 30% of the songs should be taken from the latest and trending ones and the remaining should include the songs of your personal choice and the choice of your guests.

Traditions are Important

Keeping traditions and customs in mind while selecting the music for the different events at your wedding is also very important. There are many songs; both from Bollywood and non Bollywood that can be pretty offensive for many of the guests at your wedding, such songs should better be avoided and it is also advised that you keep most of the Bollywood songs to the sangeet and other parties of your wedding only.

Best Ideas for Wedding Invitation

Being unique is just like the soul of the Indian weddings these days. People these days are becoming extremely inventive and creative when it comes to modernizing the existing rituals and traditions. One of the most important tradition in which people are going highly inventive is when it comes to making the invitation for their weddings. This card contains all the essential information about the wedding like time of the wedding, date of the wedding, venue of the wedding, etc.


The wedding card is usually given about a month before the wedding. In the case of a destination wedding the cards are given well in advance to give the time to the guest the time to save the date and keep it free well in advance.There are various ways in which you can make your save the date cards unique and create a lasting impression on your guests.

Below are listed some of the most popular designs and idea used these days.

•    Having the wedding card in a round shape instead of the stereotypical angular shapes of squares and rectangles gives the card a completely different feel. There are different options available with which the cards can be styled with which the card can have different variations can be used like imprint, blemish lamination and foiling to give the card a high end look and feel.

•    An individual symbol on the cover can be created keeping the bride and grooms initials in mind and hence giving the card a new sense of individuality.

•    Another very popular theme in which the host wishes to give the guests a pleasant surprise when they open the envelope of the wedding card with bright and attractive designs made in with a pastel texture. The design is usually related to the theme of the wedding or the whole concept of wedding.

•    Another is a detailed guidebook which contains all the information in best details about all the functions which will take place during the wedding. This style of cards are highly useful and very popular at the weddings which are expecting guests from different cultures and hence to enlighten and educate the guests about the different traditions and rituals which will be followed at that particular wedding.

•    Another idea for the invite is to use the design of one of the Indian wedding – the classic wedding horse. A horse is a symbol of a “Baraat” which is centre of attraction of the Indian wedding which is the basic idea of this design.


 
A special design on the gift tags can also be used with initials of the couple will surely give the card an extra special touch and add more elegance to the card. It is advised to use a paper of high quality to accentuate the card to the next level.

Importance of Colors at Indian Weddings

Indian weddings are traditionally seen as a majestic and colorful event that can go from a few days to a week or more than that in some cases. As the country of India has always be seen a uniquely diverse country when it comes to religion, cultures and traditions. The color of red has been the most popular color for brides as it is considered to be highly auspicious, but in the recent past few years the weddings have a bigger diversity of colors.

The Bride

•   Whatever be the color of the wedding dress, the use of lots of ornaments is necessary for a traditional Indian bride. Accessories made of gold like the necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and the ornaments worn in the hair are worn jointly. Gold represents opulence and wealth.

The Groom

•    There is a huge variety of Clothes to wear at a wedding and there are a lot of options for the Indian groom in this time. Conventionally, grooms used to the trousers with long jacket with embroidery work on it (some of the types have a Nehru collar while others have no collar at all) some grooms prefer to keep it simple by sporting a Kurta pajama. The grooms in the Southern part of India are limited to a very small choice or rather we should say no choice of color as they get only pure white for their wedding day. As the south Indian grooms are constricted to only white color the grooms in the northern part of the country are free to choose any color from red to maroon or magenta. No matter what the colors of their kurtas are all the grooms have one thing in common is the turban or “phetas” which are worn above the head are worn in different ways. Even though black is usually considered the color of evil in India, the grooms of the modern times also wear western style suits or tuxedos in black.

Most popular colors for Indian Brides and Grooms:

Red or Maroon:

These colors and most of its shades have been on the top since a very long time. And it won’t be unfair to declare these as the most popular colors in the Indian weddings. The most important factor that these have been so popular because the traditions and cultures consider red color as the “color of a married woman.”

This tradition has boosted the use of red colors highly in Indian weddings. It is also important to note that this versatile color suits ever3yone.

Pink:
If red or maroon does not come among your choice of colors, it is advised to go for a softer shade that is the color of pink. The color of pink is very popular color among the Gujarati, North Indian, and Bengali brides. This color looks best when matched with accessories which are in the color of silver and the only bad thing about the color of pink is that it suits lighter skin tones. If you have a dark skin tone, you need not to worry as there are many other shades of pink that look gorgeous on people of a darker skin tone.

Orange:

Orange color suits the Indian skin and looks good on almost everyone. It also goes very well with the combinations of golden, green and blue color, and hence it becomes very easy and convenient to pick up right accessories for the dress.

Navy Blue:
This can be considered among one of the colors that look good on the Indians We believe it’s on the list because of how it makes you stand out of the crowd. But be careful! This color doesn’t suit every skin tone.

Ways to Enhance Your Mehndi Function

Mehndi is a very important conventional and exciting pre-wedding ritual. In India, a lot of focus is on the traditions and rituals. Indian people are enthusiastic lovers and admirers of colors, the feeling of festivity and elegance. People usually look forward to get all of this in their mehndi functions. The ceremony has been ubiquitous since a very long time and it is a very essential part of the wedding ceremony. It is considered to be so important that any wedding is generally considered incomplete without this function.

Tips to enhance your Mehndi function - 
Book Your Henna Artist:

When the preparation is for a Mehndi ceremony, the thing you should initially look at, is booking a good Henna artist well in advance. If anything is changing at the last minute like the number of people to any of the time changes,  it is much easier to do if you know your artist and communicate about any changes to her well in advance. It is important to get more than one artists if your guest list is quite long. When the main artist works on your Bridal Mehndi, other artists can design your guest’s hands.

 

Inviting Guests:

Sending invites for the functions well in advance to the guests well in advance like any other invite. The invite should include the place, the functions and the timings of the actual function. Some people want to invite everyone to make a big gala function and there are some who consider only close relatives to avoid too much unwanted hustle and bustle caused due to the big crowd. It has to be mentioned that one need not have to be pressurized to invite each and every friend because Mehndi ceremonies are reserved for the special ones. It is up to the host to invite only the closest buddies.

Be Ready to Load your Guests with Food:

Your friend and family are coming in for the function to add more beauty to the function. Yes, it is all about Mehndi and you. But, that does not at all mean that they should be left hungry. It’s fun to energize the celebrations with good food. It is sure that the guests would be starving after all the dancing, chatting and gossiping. So be prepared to treat them with snacks and refreshments of the best and different types or simply order Tiffin, tea or beverages. There is just no better way to end your function than with some good food.

What Fun Without Music:

It is a function that should be like a celebration of your life. And the whole feeling can be accentuated with the help of some good music in the background. A special CD of Mehndi song can be played in the background or there can also be a provision to have live performances from anyone in the group. One should always try and pick peppy and happy tracks for this function. In our country you can easily find separate Mehndi peppy song collection on the net easily.

Fashion & Styling Tips for Grooms

Guys!! The Bachelor’s Party must be over by now! Time to buckle up for some serious grooming business; though, the dainty princess manages to steal the show, nevertheless, being the Prince Charming by her side doesn’t need much to put up with.
Though the show lasts for a couple of hours, the memory lingers for a lifetime; hence looking splendid is what we anticipate. So let’s start with the dress rehearsal:-


The Shimmering Sherwani:
If you declare wedding as an ethnic escapade then go for the undisputed Sherwani. With unmatched tailoring, this season witnessed Manish Malhotra’s and Tarun Tahiliani’s collection in myriad design and vivid colours to make your day grander like never before. Try it!

Trending Waistcoat:
Though vest, commonly known as waistcoat has always been in trend, however, popularizing it as the groom’s attire is what this season calls for. The silhouettes varies from the Bandgala to the most common single and double breasted style in print, jacquard and silk. The best about choosing this season’s waistcoat is that you can either club it with your fusion wear or most appropriately with the western wear.

 

The Dynamic Dhoti:
If your taste demands more classic, then Sherwani with traditional dhoti is a must-try. Available in silhouettes to serve every pellet—silk, georgette, embroidered, jacquard we have a lot in store. Watch out, Guys! You might just give her the run for her look.
To complete the ensemble on the big day try using a contrasting jutti, a Saafa, and Voila. There you go!


Debonair Dressing:
Though suits look dapper, but the truth is— ‘looking regular is outdated’; as most of the invitees would be dressed alike. Here, we have tuxedos to choose from, the satin faced lapels with pocket trim and a bow-tie with a pair of pointy-toed black shoes will make you stand-out without much of an effort. You will love to try it!

Fashion Fusion:
If fusion works best go for it. There are no set rules when we talk about grooming on weddings. In fact, the Indo-Western wedding wear has a lot to offer with myriad of colours, fabrics, silhouettes and design to choose from, every piece speaks a different story, the story of its designer’s intimate affair with zari, embroidery and jacquard to suit perfectly for the occasion in mind. If you are looking for something extravagant, try Sabyasachi’s collection. I am sure; the dapper in you will love the concoction.

The Sober Gentleman:
Taking a pause from the ethnic charm, suits come at play. Though versatile in its appeal, suits with bold colours are a no-no for the day. Try monochrome for that matter, as you would not like to steal away the bride’s charm. To be frank, suits in grey, black or navy with a tie and a waistcoat works wonder as it can be worn both at the wedding and later at work too with a pair of black formal shoes.

Importance of Flowers at Indian weddings

Flowers represent the country’s unity in the form of diversity, liveliness and generosity, providing it a rich cultural fragrance and values. A single flower or a bunch of flowers can gladden the mind and confer prosperity. In the various traditions flowers have forever been associated with the Creator, religion, worship with innumerable myths and legends across. Similarly, flowers have forever remained an integral part of culture.


In every phase of life’s celebrations, festivals and prayers, flowers hold a special position. Apart from their amazing beauty of form, color, fragrance and texture there is something more—an indefinable, subtle and mysterious quality about flowers. It is this subtle element—their soul—which has given the flowers such a special place in every culture.

In India, worship of God is called Pooja. In the Pooja/prayer, at a place of God, people offers flowers and garlands to the idols or deities to delight them and with hope they will bestow prosperity upon them. Flowers have inspired many architectural concepts and styles; they were used as templates in both religious and yogic practices, as well as ornaments, fabric designs, and motifs. Some flowers have been consumed as food and many are known for their medicinal values.


In Indian culture, marriage symbolizes not just the holy union of two individuals, but of the coming together of two families and the extending of the relationship between the families. Their level of involvement is so profound that typically the family decides the bride/groom. I can’t imagine that a marriage can be complete without flowers. The fragrance and beauty of flowers can only complete the bond of two love birds and one couple. In the marriage ceremony, from start to finish each step becomes full with flowers. Recently I got married, so I just want to share some beautiful pictures of my wedding ceremony. During the wedding I had a look at Indian wedding traditions and I feel that the flowers have a significant role with fragrance and beauty in the various steps of the wedding ceremony.

Traditional Indian weddings start with Pre-wedding ceremonies like beautification of the bride and groom with turmeric powder mixed with essential oils like jasmine, rose and some other fragrances. This is followed by a Mehendi ceremony, during which the bride’s hands and feet are decorated with intricate patterns by the application of Henna. On a lighter note, it is believed that, deeper the color of the mehendi (henna), the stronger is the groom’s love for the bride.

The wedding is usually held at the bride’s home or a wedding hall. The arrival of the groom is an important and fun-filled event. The groom, dressed in his wedding dress, leaves his home for the wedding venue on a decorated horse or a decorated elephant, or maybe in a flower-decorated car.

Importance of having a perfectly executed wedding function

Indian Weddings are well known for prosperity of energy, filled with energetic colors and romantic atmosphere. It’s the only occasion that brings family, friends and neighbors together under one roof for one day. Definitely it’s one of the most important day for both bride and groom. Indian marriages consist of many rituals and traditions. Although we are very familiar with the Indian tradition like the exchange of garlands and Indian Wedding brides wearing beautiful jewellery.

 
The world that we live in currently is filled with people who are waiting for just a single chance to get an opportunity to point out the mistakes, low-points and flaws at your wedding. This is the reason why people have started focusing a lot when they are preparing for their weddings these days; and due to this very reason a new profession of Wedding management has come up in the recent times.

A wedding management company focuses primarily on the two main sections of any wedding which are pre event preparation for the wedding which consists of planning and designing the event. This part on a later stage also consists of a very essential and important part of sending invitation to the people.

The second major portion of the wedding is the one which happens while the actual event takes place. This segment is the backbone of the wedding and it is the make or break position for the organizers and the host. The organizers have to take care of different sections of the wedding like the lights, food, drinks, decoration and most importantly the smooth and timely functioning of the complete event.

 
 
Any good and efficient wedding management company should always be ready for the most awkward and unwanted problems such as unavailability of the required number of serving staff, food and beverages quality check and proper coordination of the wedding.

It is also important to note that the decoration of the stage these days hold a very important position at any wedding. The stage decoration has emerged with numerous ideas which consist of a variety of combinations, designs and color schemes. The whole décor of the wedding depends majorly on the way the stage is decorated and hence we can see how the weddings of today’s time are more likely to be based on some or the other theme. The themes can range from anything between casual and the ones which are more serious.

The food which is to be served at a wedding is a very important part of any wedding and has now evolved as something which consists of a wide variety, cuisines and hence flavors. The food items can be of different cuisines, textures and tastes. In the recent times it has largely been seen how the Indian palette is growing constantly and hence opening up to the new flavors. The Indian foodie is getting more experimental with his food.