“A thing of beauty is a joy forever” exclaimed John Keats. Flowers are one of God’s ultimate creations. They have been used to beautify places,  people, events occasions and festivals since time immemorial. No marriage ceremony can be imagined without the use of flowers.

Flowers add a new dimension to a marriage ceremony. They are soft serene and beautiful. They brighten up the place and the mood with their sheer beauty and fragrance. Flowers set the mood of the wedding. They are considered auspicious for any ceremony.

Decorating the wedding place with flowers is an age old custom. It needs to be paid special attention. You can use your own creativity to beautify the place. You may book a decorator or a florist for the great event. The decoration should harmonize with the other things like lighting arrangement, dresses of the couple, theme etc. The style, pattern design and color must be finalized. The flowers which will be used is also to be decided.

Choose the flowers according to the theme, time of the year and the budget at hand. If it is an Indian wedding choose flowers such as roses, marigolds, sunflowers, gladiolas, jasmine, sunflowers etc. If it’s a westernized wedding go in for some carnations, dahalias orchids gerberas zinnia lilies etc. Spill a lot of color and vivacity using bright and fragrant flowers.

Before finalizing the florist get an idea of his work. Ask him to show you some snaps of his earlier work. Go though some sample decoration ideas. Explain to him how exactly you want the place to be adorned. Keep in mind the money matters also.

Flower decoration can be done in a number of ways. The entrance of the marriage venue can be adorned with an arched gateway of fresh aromatic flowers. This will be definitely be a welcome sight for the guests. The pulpit, the corridors, the centre stage can be decorated with beautiful flowers. You can get bouquets, wreaths and corsage made to enhance the beauty of the venue. Boutonnieres are flowers worn by the bridegroom which can be intricately made. Get a flower fringe made and use it as hangers and headpiece. You can use silk or satin ribbons intricately interwoven with brightly colored flowers to give a novel look to your venue.

In Indian weddings rangolis using flower petals can bedeck the floor. Garlands made of bright and fresh flowers are an essential part of any Indian wedding.

You can create a new look with floating candles with flower petals around it. Artificial flowers, silk flowers and dried ones are also being used these days but you will miss out the tenderness and sweet aroma of the flowers. So go ahead and make your wedding a colorful and fragrant affair.

Your dear friend is to tie the nuptial knot. You received the invitation .Now!, the big thing is deciding what to wear to the party? The attire of the guests adds a lot of zing to the ceremony. Most of the time the theme of the wedding is indicated in the invitation card If it is so, abide by the theme may it be festive, traditional or whatsoever.

Keep a few things in mind. Always choose your apparel according to the season of the wedding. The fabric, color and dress should be chosen accordingly. If it is a summer wedding go in for some cotton fabric. Choose light pastel shades like fawn, beige, mauve, cream and white. These colors will keep you cool. If the wedding bells are ringing in winter then choose fabric such as woolen, silk, chiffon etc. Dark shades go well in the chilly weather. You can wear black, brown, navy blue or dark grey. For men nothing can be better than a formal suit with a tie. 

The latest trend these days is wearing some ethnic dresses for example men are preferring   intricately embroided shervanis, brocade, long kurtas and dhotis which give them a typical Indian look. The fairer sex also prefer wearing traditional dresses as the six yard drapery that is the sari or lehngas which can be styled in a number of ways. Let your imagination soar and invent new ways of wearing the great Indian sari.

Never wear your wedding dress to another person’s wedding. Ladies avoid revealing too much of flesh as you are to witness a sacred event. Generally weddings are held in the church or other religious places  in the presence of a parson , priest or  muezzin, among the chanting of holy verses.

Never outdo the groom or the bride with your dress. After all, it is their great day. You have already been the centre of attraction on your big day. Now it is their turn to witness the same event.

The guests should look smart and elegant. Don’t wear something which does not suit you. Never wear dresses through which you become an object of derision. Don’t try stuff which is not comfortable. Try being descent and modest. Carry yourself well.

Do keep in mind the grooming part too. Make sure that your hair and nails are properly trimmed. Everybody abhors a smelly armpit. Use a good deodorant to ward off the smell. Wear clean socks to keep that stink away from your feet. Wear well polished shoes. Men make sure you shave if you are not keeping a beard and use a good quality after shave. Ladies also get your pedicure and manicure done so as to enhance your beauty. Use a branded perfume to keep your fresh.

Last but not the least, wear neat and tidy clothes which are properly ironed. So go ahead and be a part of a great

wedding. Have fun!

Every bride has a dream to look her best in her wedding. She desires to look gorgeous and elegant. After all your wedding snaps and videos will be prized possessions for your life time, so go ahead and leave no stone unturned. Choosing your bridal dress might seem a Herculian task… It should be done well in advance. You can buy a readymade dress or get one styled for yourself. Your trousseau can be styled in a number of fabrics such as crepe, chiffon, georgette, satin, velvet and silk. There are choices galore. It is up to you to choose the right fabric.

The latest trend these days is revamping one’s mother wedding dress to adorn the bride on her auspicious occasion. Parsimony is not the reason for this but it has some emotional reason. Mothers often treasure their wedding dress and keep it for their daughter’s great day, It also gives an ethnic and antique touch to the attire of the bride. The dress can be given an entirely new look by embellishing it with some embroidery. An antique sari can be styled in a wedding gown or a lehnga.

You can order for a designer wear which suits you and your wallet. If you are ready to spend a fortune for your attire, go in for some gold and silver embellished dress adorned with precious stones. It will give you an exquisite look. You will appear as a princess in your apparel.

The dress needs to be comfortable as well as trendy, it must have a nice fitting and the color should suit the lady and also complement the groom’s dress. If possible the shopping for the bride’s and the groom’s wedding dress be done together, so that the color style and design goes hand in hand with each other. The dress should be well adjusted. The veil and other drapery should be pinned up properly so that the bride does not have to adjust it every now and then and become conscious in front of the guests.

The footwear must also be chosen carefully. Avoid high heeled footwear if the you are not used to it. The accessories add to the beauty of the bride. Go in for a stylish vanity bag/purse or hand bag which can hold all your necessary things. The jewellery and the make up should also be apt and suit the bride. Pamper your skin and raven tress few weeks before the wedding so that you have a glow on that great day. Wear jewellery that can be comfortably carried. You can experiment with your hair well in advance. A professional stylist can make things easier for you. Go for some hair color if you are a color fad. Its your great day go ahead and have a nice time.

All in all, look sober and ravishing on the most important day of your life. Enjoy being the centre of attraction on your great day. Go ahead put your best foot forward and make your wedding evening a memorable one. All the best!

A married life commences with a honeymoon. It is the foundation stone of a happy married life, it is time when a couple spends quality time together far from the madding crowd. Honeymoon enables a couple to know each other’s likes, dislikes, interests hobbies and idiosyncrasies. Honeymoon leaves a lasting impression on the couple. It becomes a moment to be cherished if things go well. The honeymoon is no ordinary trip. It needs lots of planning and preparations. The first and the foremost thing are choosing the destination. It should be chosen with great care so that it caters to the likes dislikes and health of both the partners.  
 
A map of the place to be visited would come in handy. Knowledge of the geography and place is also essential. Once the tickets and hotel bookings are done the next important thing is packing your bags. Carry the less luggage as huge baggage may make your sojourn uncomfortable. A few things should be kept in mind. Never carry your wedding jewellery and other valuable items. Carry some cash but do carry your credit/debit card. Always carry a first aid box and your medicines. A must carry is a digital camera/handy cam so that you can relive those moments of joy and togetherness. Mind you, do carry your charger and batteries so that you don’t face problems later on. 

The outfit which is to worn during the stay should also be decided in advance. Carry casual wear so that you are comfortable in your attire. Pack some wool lens if your destination is on a high altitude. Ladies avoid wearing skimpy dresses as you may land into trouble. Keep your sunglasses, hat and sunscreen lotion if the weather is harsh .While enjoying your stay never tread on the lesser known route or lonely places. If at all you want to explore a new place take a guide along. Never step into deep water if you don’t know swimming or if there are no life guards around. 

Shopping can also be fun. Avoid small roadside kiosks as they may burn a hole in your pocket. Visit branded stores or fixed price shops to avoid being cheated. Buy some exquisite gifts for your near and dear ones so that your honeymoon becomes memorable for them too. If all the above points are kept in mind your honeymoon is bound to be a memorable affair. It will pave the way for a happy and prosperous married life Go ahead all you newly wed! Have a nice time. Enjoy!