Coorg Wedding Rituals & Customs

Coorg wedding rituals

Indian is known for its diversity and rich culture. While some cultures are quite popular there are some others which are equally rich but still remain unexplored. We came across some very uncommon wedding customs and wedding rituals and thought we had to share this with you. Yes we are talking about the Coorg Wedding rituals.
Unlike most Indian weddings which comprise of long rituals and customs conducted by the priest, Coorg weddings are very simple and fun. The most surprising thing about any Coorg wedding is that there is no priest to conduct the ceremony and there is no puja, no pheras around the sacred fire, no chanting of mantras or even signing of any register; moreover alcohol and meat is a part of the standard spread at any Coorg Wedding. Isn’t it surprising that in most parts of India, a wedding cannot be conducted without the presence of a priest and alcohol is never served during the pheras whatsoever, is a common practice at weddings in Coorg regio

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Author: | Posted on: June 20, 2013 at 11:20 am | Posted under: Ceremonies, Indian Weddings, Wedding Traditions | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


What’s an Indian wedding without flowers?

flowers at chanel fashion show 2012

Flowers are the best part of wedding décor and we love them! There is so much you can do with flowers…play around with colours, texture, creating interesting floral arrangements interspersing them with fabric or motifs, the options are endless…

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Author: | Posted on: June 19, 2013 at 4:11 pm | Posted under: Wedding Decor, Wedding Ideas, Wedding Planning | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


5 Ways To Break the Hen’s Night Stereotype

bachelorette party ideas mumbai

Whether you call it a Hen’s Night, a Hen Night or a Bachelorette party, it has become something of a tradition to take the bride out for a night on the town before her wedding. Yet for many mothers, best friends and maids-of-honour, what exactly to do on a hen’s night can be a bit of a mystery. Of course, the stereotype involves large amounts of alcohol and male strippers, but it’s a type of hen’s night that has been done until it’s dead. Instead of just going for the now tired and boring standard night out, why don’t you plan a night that will break hen’s night stereotypes and truly give the bride a ‘last night of freedom’ that she’ll remember.

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Author: | Posted on: June 18, 2013 at 11:00 am | Posted under: Uncategorized | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


Bridesmaids at an Indian wedding | What to wear?

bridesmaids for Indian wedding

Do you plan to have bridesmaids for your Indian wedding and are confused about which outfit to choose for them? Here are some ideas and tips on options for bridesmaid’s outfits for your Indian wedding. There are tons of things you need to consider. The first step would be to finalize and pick what you plan to wear. Once you have this in place, you can work on the outfit for your bridesmaids as the colours have to complement your outfit colours.

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Author: | Posted on: June 17, 2013 at 5:04 pm | Posted under: Fashion, Indian Weddings, Wedding Clothes, Wedding Shopping | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


An Unconventional Honeymoon

honeymoon in Tahiti

Whether in India or out, an ideal honeymoon destination almost always falls in one of the following categories – a pristine beach, a lush green hill station, snow covered mountains or some other similar exotic locale. Most couples prefer to sit and back and simply relax on their honeymoon and spend some quality time alone. This honeymoon period not only helps recover from a chaotic and emotionally charged wedding but also helps rejuvenate and gear up to dive into work refreshed and energized.

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Author: | Posted on: June 16, 2013 at 10:30 am | Posted under: Honeymoon Destinations, Post-Wedding, Travel | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


Weddings And Mangoes | The Indian Summer Stars

bright bridesmaids for Indian wedding

Apart from the heat, the two things that are at their peak popularity in the summers are Indian weddings and mangoes! Almost everyone loves this fruit and truly relishes it at any given time. So why not treat your guests to a memorable mango feast at your Indian wedding!

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Author: | Posted on: June 15, 2013 at 4:06 pm | Posted under: Indian Weddings, Wedding Ideas, Wedding Planning, Wedding Themes | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


Runway Inspired Wedding Blouses

wedding blouses

Runway inspired blouses for your wedding trousseau…oh so chic! Yes, here are our picks form some of the best designers. Break away from the traditional blouse designs and patterns and draw some inspiration from these super stylish blouses. Explore with fabrics, cuts, necklines and designs and remember to have a good mix of all these as a part of your trousseau.

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Author: | Posted on: June 14, 2013 at 4:20 pm | Posted under: Wedding Clothes, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Shopping, Wedding Trends, Wedding Trousseau | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


Got Engaged? What Next!

engagment photography

So what happens after he has popped THE question and you have said yes? Do you immediately get into the wedding planning frenzy or do you take your time and enjoy your “engaged” status? Your parents and friends would immediately pounce on you to know the when, where, how and other details of your impending wedding. Don’t get stressed if you haven’t given any of this a thought. There is ample time to do that. Right now you need to enjoy this moment with your partner and flaunt that stone on your finger!

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Author: | Posted on: June 13, 2013 at 10:48 am | Posted under: Pre-Wedding, Wedding Checklists, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


Runway Inspired Looks for the Fashionable Indian Bride

models on the ramp for Tarun Tahukuani at fashion week

Indian fashion weeks have always showcased the best trends; be it designs, colours, accessories or craftsmanship. Every designer raises the benchmark with newer concepts and unimaginably fresh ideas. We love the way simple inexpensive accessories are used to glam up the look of the outfit. Indian brides wait patiently for the fashion weeks to decide which designer they will pick for their big day! Here are some of our picks from the runway, which we absolutely adore.

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Author: | Posted on: June 12, 2013 at 3:17 pm | Posted under: Beauty & Style, Shop Till You Drop, Wedding Clothes, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Shopping, Wedding Trousseau | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL


The Perfect Tuxedo For The Perfect Groom

Esha Doel wedding

With globalization and east meets west concepts taking a firm foothold in the Indian wedding scenario, many grooms are contemplating western formal wear for their wedding day instead of traditional sherwanis and achkans. Tuxedos seem to be the hands down winner when it comes to the perfect wedding wear and have become a requisite buy for at least one of the wedding ceremonies for the Indian groom. A tuxedo is distinct in itself but when done correctly and with a perfect fit, it sets you apart from the rest of the world.
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Author: | Posted on: June 11, 2013 at 3:44 pm | Posted under: Fashion, Wedding Clothes, Wedding Trends | Bookmark the permalink | Post a comment or leave a trackback: Trackback URL