Dating back to the 4th century, Indian wedding ceremonies have been performed and carried out as spiritual, sacred and family oriented celebrations. The traditions make up most of the wedding but what do they all mean. Take for example the … Continue reading
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CALLING ALL INDIAN BRIDE’S TO BE!! Are you trying to cut down costs on your clothes, jewelry, accessories and pretty much everything else for your wedding?! Why shop here in the U.S when you can shop for cheaper with a wider variety of options in India? Most of you already know this but here a few tips we’re sharing to remember and pass on to your nearest and dearest!
Timing:
Whether it’s two months or two weeks before your wedding, don’t freak yourself out over ordering things from India. Yes the shipping costs will be higher the closer to the date of the wedding but if your trying to pick or choose your clothes last 
minute, there are already fabrics of all different colors and shades with designs and patterns already sewn on. All your tailor would need are your measurements and your preferences.
Make a look book:
What exactly is a look book? Well, what used to be done is that brides would put together inspirational pictures for the different aspects of their wedding. Whether cutting out pictures of different designer dresses from Vogue or pasting pictures from the Home Goods catalog for the theme of you wedding; brides have been pre-planning their wedding on paper for years. Since we now live in the age where everyone has access to the internet and Google, brides have begun to use resources such as Pinterest! This website specializes in created “boards” for separate segments of inspiration. For example, lets say you wanted to create a specific board for pictures of inspiration for your dress and another for your shoes. You would have both boards lined up next to each other and all you need to do is click the board to add or delete pictures. The convenient part is that since the internet is world wide, you don’t need to physically carry a scrap book but rather just take your smart phone or tablet!
Pictures!
Take pictures of the different styles you see in the U.S stores and the different stores you browse in India. After lining up the pictures you’ll come to see the difference between each of the saree’s, lengha c
holi’s and Indo-Western combinations. The smallest difference could mean all the world to you on your special day. So why pass up the opportunity to look over each and every detail! This also allows for multiple photo ops with you and those who are accompanying you. Why pass up the opportunity for a selfie contest and a chock full of memories to scrap together post marriage!
So guys, today we’ve covered a few of the tips shared by brides just like you! If your interested in exploring some of our own Desi/Indian boards; check us out on Pinterest and don’t forget to visit our website http://www.weddingcarnivals.com for all your bride-to-vendor needs! Happy Shopping!
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So last week we started sharing some of the ceremonies that set apart the Hindu wedding from any other! We shared with you the Godh Bharai and the Tilak. Today we will explore the most fun of all the ceremonies … Continue reading
Avoid Peak seasons:
Getting married in winter opposed to summer will give you more date availability as well as lower prices compared to peak wedding seasons
Shop locally for flowers:
Locally grown and sold flowers that are in season will be considerably less expensive than flowers that are out of season and being shipped from out of town places
Explore your cake options:
A cake with buttercream frosting and a basic flavor like vanilla or chocolate will be much less expensive than a premium flavor cake that’s covered with fondant. A naked cake with little icing is an even thriftier and trendier option!
No hard alcohol:
By limiting the open bar to just wine and beer and maybe a signature drink, it will much a much smaller bill for the bride and groom.
Have a smaller wedding party:
A small wedding party with 2 or 3 people will allow you to have a much smaller budget for things like bouquet for each bridesmaid
Trim your guest list
Cutting down your guest list by 8 or 10 people at a time will require less tables needed
Cut down on photography time:
Having your photographer leave as the night is winding down is a smart option to save a bit of money and avoid any unwanted pictures of the end of the night
Book a DJ:
A great quality DJ will be much nicer on your budget than a live band of any sort
Explore other menu options:
Considering a reception in the morning or early afternoon allows you to save money by serving breakfast or brunch instead of a costly dinner menu
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It is the perfect location for guests that have always dreamed of a breathtaking, fairytale wedding. The outdoor terrace and gardens offer the perfect backdrop for a truly memorable ceremony and a tranquil and relaxing cocktail hour. 
The enormous castle gives guests several options for creating an event completely tailored to taste. For larger weddings or destination weddings, the castle can be completely bought out for a day, weekend, or even a week at a time. This gives guests the freedom to explore the entire property and transform it into their perfect wedding vision.
For weddings that are more intimate, the option of booking a private wing is a popular choice. This includes private ballrooms and private bathrooms that give guests seclusion while still being able to explore an entire wing of the property! 
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