I’m not talking about a wedding rehearsal in the traditional way they’re done in Western weddings. ShaadiShop recommends doing a run through of your wedding events from the perspective of the different people who are going to be attending. Put yourself … Continue reading Wedding Rehearsals And Why South Asians Should Do Them
Ayesha shares her romantic proposal story with ShaadiShop. Such a sweet story with lots of planning. Good job Raj! Enjoy! {The Proposal} It all started when one of my friends, Rakhi, emailed me and another girlfriend about a contest that she … Continue reading The Helicopter & Party Bus Proposal, Ayesha & Raj
Don’t let this happen to you One bride shared that she told the designer she wanted three outfits. They did a phenomenal job with the first one and did a horrendous job on the other two. They used lower quality … Continue reading ProTip: Don’t Get Duped By Designers
We aggregated the most common advice couples shared with us. Enjoy the day: Something will go wrong, keep smiling and focus on your friends, family and the end goal. Pack ahead of time: pack all your clothes, jewelry etc. ahead … Continue reading Top 11 Pieces of Wedding Planning Advice from Other Couples
Getting your clothes custom-made on a wedding shopping trip to India or Pakistan? 1. Pay in installments vs. all or almost all upfront. 2. Don’t guarantee all your business to 1 designer. 3. Build in a few days extra time … Continue reading ProTip: Getting Bespoke Clothes in India/Pakistan
{Getting Your Wedding Pros Team Approved} Recently we featured Nina and Gautam’s wedding at the Avenue of the Arts Wyndham in Costa Mesa, CA. That hotel is newer to South Asian weddings and the couple had a great experience there … Continue reading ProTip: Getting Your Team Approved by the Venue
{Reena & Rakesh} Below, Reena shares the story of how Rakesh proposed to her during the holidays. Congratulations and we’re excited to be helping you find the perfect venue for your wedding later this year! We were in traveling during the … Continue reading His Car “Broke Down”, Reena & Rakesh’s Proposal
At South Asian weddings there are so many people! Guests, relatives, family – all the people you love and who love you, together! Usually the bride and groom can’t personally talk to everyone. Well that bothered one bride enough to … Continue reading You Can Talk to Everyone On Your Wedding Day! Personalized Notes
South Asia is full of ancient traditions and cultures. As South Asian-Americans get married in the melting pots of the US, Canada, Aus, and other countries, we’re seeing more cross-culture weddings. This means twice the fun and twice the celebrations! … Continue reading ProTip: 2 Officiants for 1 Wedding