Category Archive for: ‘Bridal Beauty’
Is Makhana (Fox Nuts) Good to Eat Before Your Wedding?
By Chahna Gupta This December, I spent a magical month in India, surrounded by family, traditions, and of course, food. One snack seemed to appear in every household I visited: makhana, or fox nuts. Gently roasted with a touch of salt and black pepper, this …
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The Love Affair Between a Woman and Her Saris
The love affair between a woman and her saris is unmatched. What the Western world perceives as a long piece of fabric, is in reality, a six-yard garment whose every fold, drape, and tuck can transform a woman into any facet of her being. Poised …
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Indian Designers at the Oscars and Grammys
Be it the magical six yards of saree or a lehenga, even the salwar kameez, Indian attires are the favorites of many around the globe. Not just the dresses, but the creators of those dresses, the super-talented Indian fashion designers, have made their talent appreciated …
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The Latest Bridal Trends Unveiled
By Anjali Kochhar Weddings are more than just a ceremony that makes a union official. For some brides, the wedding is a chance for a dream imagined as a young girl to come to life. While every bride’s dream features different settings and themes for …
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Am I Able To Get Rid of Toxins Before My Wedding?
By Chahna Tailor Happy June and happy wedding season! Usually, in preparation for our wedding, we want to make sure that we look our best physically. But are we also in our best shape when it comes to our health? Our bodies do so much …
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Prepping for the Wedding the Ayurvedic Way By Chahna Tailor Gupta
Happy March! Wedding season is upon us! For brides and grooms, this is that one day (or a week!) where the spotlight is on them. This auspicious and ceremonious time in their lives can also put pressure to feel confident on their big day. Having …
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Tips for Gorgeous, Expressive Eyes
When it comes to Indian weddings, everyone knows that grandeur and boldness are everything. As a bride, when you consider different types of makeup for your eyes, the slightly heavier styles photograph well. Light or nude makeup does not usually complement bright and glittery Indian …
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Ubtan: Eastern Beauty Meets West
The tradition of Ubtan dates back to ancient texts in India. As written in the Vedas, it was used for nourishing, protection and beautification of the skin. Ubtan is a common household name in India for a traditional Ayurvedic recipe to detoxify the skin and …
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Top 5 Color Trends for Winter Wedding Events
A wedding that is distinctive and memorable is a wish many brides make for this important life event. Multi-faceted hues and dimensions of color are sure to leave an imprint, and moreover, are a characteristic trait of South Asian weddings. Weddings have always been affairs …
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Mehndi Ceremony: Rituals, Customs & Significance
Mehndi is an art of applying decorative designs on hands, feet, and arms. It is an integral part of Indian traditional weddings so much that the ritual has a dedicated day to its name that is celebrated in its full entirety. Festive music, vibrant dance, …
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