Author: Shivani

Shivani is a freelancer who has studied and worked in the UK. She has travelled extensively and reading is her passion. She currently resides in Shanghai, China.

5 Tips for the Groom to Keep his Bride Calm

The “Keep Calm” phrase is catching on like fire. One in the series is ‘Keep Calm and Marry on’. It sounds simpler than it is to actually do. Emotions fly high, tempers are lost, and people are hurt during the preparations for the  wedding and also on the day itself. Mostly it is the bride who is under immense pressure. She has to look perfect, greet the guests, smile and oblige to all demands. Now, how can the groom help her stay calm during this stressful time? We have a few tips for the groom to keep the bride calm and ... Read more

Brilliant First Gift Ideas For Husbands

Whether you’ve dated your husband for a while or you’ve met him only a couple times before tying the knot; the first gift you give him holds a lot of significance. Needless to say, a great deal of thought must go into its purchase. The selected gift must show your love and respect for him. For many girls, selecting this crucial first gift does not come easily. Most of the typical gift ideas sound too cliched; still others seem extravagant. The key lies in finding the fine line between the two. Up until now it even might have been him who has showered you with gifts and surprises. It is ... Read more

15 Must have Accessories This Wedding Season For Brides & Guests

Complete your bridal look and wow the crowd with these stunning Indian wedding accessories. Do not waste time and money shopping for the unnecessary ones. Buy the trendiest and must have accessories for 2015 wedding season. Jhumka You can take a cue from all the Bollywood stars. Big ornate jhumkas instantly make you look ready for the wedding festivities. There is a wide variety of artificial earrings available in the market starting from  INR 200.00. You can also opt for silver earrings having gold polish. Now that would be a wise investment! Anarkali Dress An embroidered anarkali suit with is a must have ... Read more

3 Off-Beat Mehendi Night Ideas

Picture a typical mehendi evening: The bride is sitting applying her mehendi. Guests walk up to her and make small talk. Later the guests are seen forming their own groups and chit chatting with nothing else to do. There is some music playing in the background. At some places, there may be mehendi booths for the other guests as well. Their mehendi takes no more than 10 to 15 minutes and thus they are back in their groups chatting away. As the bride and host of such an important ceremony of your wedding, it is your responsibility to keep the guests ... Read more

5 DIY Dupatta Ideas

Choosing your wedding day outfit is not easy. With the variety available in the market, the task has become a little more difficult as it leaves you wanting for more. Each time you enter a shop, you fall in love with a lehenga or a Sari. Then you immediately think of the store you visited the day before and the lehenga you liked there. Thus the confusion never ends. The key to finding the best outfit for your wedding day lies in making that final decision and trusting your instincts. In majority of the cases, brides-to-be face a dilemma while buying a lehenga due ... Read more

Top 6 Wedding Doli Designs for a Grand Entrance

Every girl wants her wedding day to be the most memorable day of her life. She wishes to be the star of the day. With the advent of television soaps and big budget films the expectations are set even higher. In such times, what can the bride do to stand out? Designer trousseau, beautiful make-up, heavy jewellery…? Yes, but these are things of the past. Today one even has to opt for a grand entrance. Like the groom has his share of a spectacular entry on a ghodi, the bride too can make a splash by way of top wedding doli designs. We ... Read more

Bridal Body Basics: The Flawless Back!

As a bride, you might be planning on wearing low cut cholis and deep necked wedding dresses. Needless to say, your back has to be flawless. Here are important tips to help you get a smooth and flawless back:  Cleanse, exfoliate and bleach your back once every month. If needed, wax off all the excess hair. This is the key step to pulling off  a low neck choli perfectly. If you suffer from heat boils or pimples  avoid bleach as it can further irritate the skin.  Instead go in for a facial pack which suits your skin. You can apply Multani mati based packs in case of oily ... Read more