ShaadiShop Vendor Directory
Thanks for your interest in ShaadiShop’s Vendor Directory! As we help couples with their venue, we get asked for vendor suggestions ALL the time! So we decided to create a place where couples can read testimonials about your company and … Continue reading ShaadiShop Vendor Directory
South Asian Ceremonies With an Open Flame
Every venue’s policy about open flames varies. Here’s some basic info: Refer to ShaadiShop’s main website for open flame policies at the venue’s you’re interested in. Fire permit – some venues require you to get a fire permit from the … Continue reading South Asian Ceremonies With an Open Flame
Understanding Bar Packages for my South Asian Wedding
Most venues offer beverage packages in 2 ways: per person or consumption Per Person – pay a flat rate for every guest. Every venue has tiered packages, think — silver, gold, diamond. The beverage selections and prices correspond. Consumption – … Continue reading Understanding Bar Packages for my South Asian Wedding
Understanding Hotel Room Blocks For My South Asian Wedding
Please let us know if you found this helpful! Your comments help us create more useful content to share! There are two ways to setup a room block at a hotel: Courtesy room block (CRB) or Contract Courtesy Room Blocks (CRB) hotel … Continue reading Understanding Hotel Room Blocks For My South Asian Wedding
Southern California Temples/Mosques
*ShaadiShop has no affiliation with any of these organizations. This list is provided as a convenience since South Asian weddings are often accompanied by religious ceremonies. Please let us know if we’re missing any organizations and if you found this helpful! … Continue reading Southern California Temples/Mosques
When Two Cultures Come Together Beautifully; Harvinder and Chintan
{Harvinder and Chintan’s Touching Story} Harvinder is Punjabi Sikh and Chintan is Gujarati Jain, however their similarities were greater than their differences. These lovebirds felt an instant connection when they met in 2010. Both are from families that immigrated to … Continue reading When Two Cultures Come Together Beautifully; Harvinder and Chintan
#SaKe2016, Ketki and Sakya’s e-session
Ketki shared the ins and outs of her beautiful e-session, shot by Global Photography, with ShaadiShop. Congratulations Ketki and Sakya! {E-Session Location} Downtown LA is a great place for an engagement shoot. From the modern architecture of the Walt Disney Concert Hall … Continue reading #SaKe2016, Ketki and Sakya’s e-session
Ballroom Switch Clause
Did you know some venues have a clause in their contracts that says that they retain the right to move your wedding events into different spaces within the property…up to the day before or even the day of your wedding. … Continue reading Ballroom Switch Clause
6 Things To Know Before Getting Into the South Asian Wedding Market
Before jumping into the South Asian wedding market, there are some business and process implications that hotels/venues should consider: long sales cycle – It can take anywhere from 1-3 months. There will be multiple meetings and site visits. multiple contacts … Continue reading 6 Things To Know Before Getting Into the South Asian Wedding Market
Consider Business Hotels
Wanna get married at a hotel but find them too pricey? Consider business hotels. They want more weekend events. Business hotels are more open to negotiation. What are business hotels? Where are they? super close to airports and business parks … Continue reading Consider Business Hotels
Harvinder and Chintan’s e-session
Harvinder and Chintan did their e-session where they took their first vacation together (how romantic!) – downtown Carmel/Monterey. This self proclaimed sentimental couple, goes back to revisit those sweet memories every year! Harvinder shares her e-session experience and wisdom as … Continue reading Harvinder and Chintan’s e-session
To Serve Or Not Serve Lunch On Your Wedding Day?
There are two basic timelines to select from for a South Asian Wedding: The biggest differences are lunch costs and the schedule. Aside from cost and schedules, there are logistical differences to consider too – listed above. It’s not mandatory … Continue reading To Serve Or Not Serve Lunch On Your Wedding Day?
South Asian Weddings: Untapped Profit Potential
Sleeping rooms are hotels’ bread and butter. What if I told you there’s a market segment that needs: sleeping rooms off peak/weekend function space open bar capacity for 350+ guests…for multiple events is willing to pay outside catering fees What … Continue reading South Asian Weddings: Untapped Profit Potential
Overcoming Communication Gaps When Shopping in South Asia
Couples tell us one of the most challenging aspects of wedding shopping in India/South Asia is the communication gaps. This is especially true if you’re shopping at smaller stores vs. designer or bigger shops. South Asian cultures are ‘yes’ cultures. … Continue reading Overcoming Communication Gaps When Shopping in South Asia
Rained Out for our E-Session! Megha + Kevin
We caught up with Megha to hear about her romantic e-session, shot by Aaron Eye Photography, in Pasadena, CA. {Location Location Location} Our engagement photoshoot was at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada/ Flintridge area. We looked into a few places. … Continue reading Rained Out for our E-Session! Megha + Kevin
Paying for Weddings with Credit Cards vs. Cash
A lot of merchants offer discounts if you pay with cash. For big ticket items, in particular, this can be very tempting. Our advice: when it comes to your wedding, if you can afford it, pay with credit card. Why? … Continue reading Paying for Weddings with Credit Cards vs. Cash
Pre-Prep and In-Store Wedding Shopping Tips
Tips 1. make appointments 2. fewer crowds on weekdays 3. know what styles are in – a lot of retailers ONLY carry the latest styles 4. know your measurements 5. get final pricing in writing 6. if your clothes won’t … Continue reading Pre-Prep and In-Store Wedding Shopping Tips
Venue Managers’ 7 Steroetypes About South Asian Weddings
1. They’re THE most beautiful weddings 2. They’re SO fun! 3. I was so excited when I booked my first South Asian wedding and got to work the actual event! 4. South Asians love their Black Label! 5. South Asians … Continue reading Venue Managers’ 7 Steroetypes About South Asian Weddings
Eyeliner-Disneyland Proposal
{The Title?} You might be wondering about the title of the article. Read on, it’ll make sense! Karishma shared how Suraj proposed. On a day that the suraj (sun) shone brightly, Karishma became engaged to her Suraj! And don’t skip … Continue reading Eyeliner-Disneyland Proposal
Wedding Day Rain; What Could Go Wrong?
True story. It was mid-July in sunny, southern California. NO ONE would’ve guessed that it would pour rain one Saturday afternoon…but it did and it changed the day for one couple’s wedding. What happened? 1. The ceremony was setup in … Continue reading Wedding Day Rain; What Could Go Wrong?
