What comes to your mind when we say “Indian Wedding”? Bright colors, shimmery fabrics, flowing lehengas, heavy embroidery and stone work, all of them having the typical traditional touch! There was a time when sari was considered to the only dress that could be worn by an Indian woman, on her wedding. However, with time, the traditional mindset moved from saris to lehengas and now, it is slowly, but rapidly, shifting towards an altogether new trend – gowns. Yes, you read that right! Indian brides are now increasingly moving towards the western style ‘gowns’, as their new wedding dress.
The Trend
Western wedding gowns have made a thumping entry into the bridal trousseau in India. These days, the more progressive brides are opting for the sophisticated and chic look over the traditional outfit. Apart from helping them look suave, the gowns also allow them to be different than the others (since lehengas still rule the roost in India, as far as weddings are concerned). However, the adaptation of the western gown is still not total. It is not worn during the wedding rituals; rather the brides choose to wear a gown during the cocktail party or the reception, a part of the pre and post-wedding functions.
Traditional Lehengas Wedding Attire
The Colors
In India, white is considered as an inauspicious color, mainly because it is worn during mourning. Apart from this color, any other shade might be considered for a wedding gown. However, you will see most of the Indian brides going for bright colors, like red, maroon, pink, yellow, silver, golden, green, etc, for their wedding gown. Then, there is the all-time favorite black color, which is the popular choice for the pre-wedding cocktail party. Many of the gowns also have elaborate designs and patterns embroidered on them. Top it off with Swarovski crystals and you have a winner!
The Fabrics
One of the most popular fabrics that Indian brides go for, while choosing their wedding gown, comprises of satin. The bright sheen, smooth feel and flowing look that it offers is what woos most of the brides. Then, there is the option of net and chiffon, both of which are flowing fabrics and surely make a bride look like a princess. You can also go for silk and organza, especially if you are too slim, since both the fabrics will be able to add some weight to your lean structure. The other options for wedding gown fabrics include lace, brocade, taffeta, jacquard, crepe and even silk dupioni.
Traditional Sari Attire
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Introducing other services provided by Wedding Elegance by Nahid. Beautiful Candy Stations for all parties and events. Each candy bar is designed according to the color, style and theme of your event. A candy bar is a great addition for an innumerable series of events, whether it’s a wedding, fundraiser, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthday party, social event, grand opening or whatever occasion you can imagine….it’s an addition that adults and kids very much enjoy alike!
The custom candy bars are designed with decorated jars, ribbons and descriptive tags, and customized boxes/bags of your choice. Serving scoops, bags and ties along with customized labels when needed & décor for the table, candy and or chocolate are provided.
After we design each individual candy bar with you, we then deliver and create it. We set up and tear down each detailed aspect of the satiation. Depending on your event’s needs and particular budgeting, we include an attendant for the duration of the event.
We strive to provide you with as much variety and color as possibly available by maximizing the candy assortment. It is ideal to have a combination of candy and desserst on the same station, this can all be arranged and provided with strategic budgeting.
All signage for The Candy Bar can be made to match all the stationary for your event as well as all the components of the sation.
For more information about The Candy Bar, contact Nahid Farhoud at info@weddingelegancesd.com
The whole concept for your wedding invitations, is that the invitation sets the tone of the wedding. Brides can go as fancy as they wish, if their wedding is going to be fancy this will give the guests a sneak peek at what they will be seeing when they arrive at the celebration. On the other hand, brides can keep the invitations as simple as they wish if the wedding is going to be intimate and simple.
Also, the invitation can give the guests a glimpse into the theme of the wedding…. whether its going to be a fairytale, storybook, or seasonal themed occasion….for example. if the wedding is in the fall the couple may choose to have that scents of the fall added to the paper or accents in the invitation packaging for the recipient to indulge in as they open the envelope.
The invitation can be used to inform your guests about your conscious views….express you global contribution and go green with your invitations and your wedding theme….
Express your individuality beginning with your invitations….set the tone to your whole wedding planning journey!!
Invitation Inspirations courtesy of Rock Paper Scissors Design
When the time for that little something to satisfy your sweet-tooth at a wedding celebration, it doesn’t just stop at cake any more…. As more and more brides and grooms-to-be opt for a different form to show their appreciation to all of those who came to be a part of the most special day of their lives, dessert stations are becoming ever so popular….
It is a spectacular way to add festive flair and instant excitement to your celebration. Having a dessert station gives guests the choice to custom pick as little or as much of exactly what they want and when they want it. It is also functions as a little to go nite bite when the night is over.
There are so many different types of stations you can create deppending on your perrsonal stories and the types of sweets you and your sweetheart love….
Here are a few examples we thought would inspire you to have one at your wedding or your next celebration!
You can have….
Mix your own fruit chocolate Martinis.
Make your own candied apple station.
A Smores Station (My favorite!!)
A cupcake station.
Sundae/Soda-Float Station.
The possibilities are endless and only your imagination and your mood can guide you….it can only be tasty and fun after that!!!
Photos courtesy of : Jean M Wedding Invitations and Accessories, The Knot, & Dasha Wright
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This wonderful little book will help you plan vows and toasts that truly speak from your hearts. As you work with it, this book will also deepen your understanding of why you and your partner have chosen to take this path together.
Robert Kiefer and his wife Carol Ponder have created a workbook designed to lead brides and grooms through the process of writing their vows, because as this dynamic duo says, “Without your vows, all you have is a great party”. Check out more information, testimonials and view sample pages from the book at http://www.vowsandtoasts.com
The vows section is suitable for traditional and non-traditional
weddings in any religion or sect that allows
personally written vows in the marriage ceremony.
Nahid Farhoud founder and owner of Wedding Elegance by Nahid is internationally recognized for combining passion for design and décor with her extensive knowledge of different cultures, to create wedding events that are unique, festive and memorable.
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