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Kaliras are chandelier like ornaments worn traditionally by Punjabi brides. These ornaments are attached to the chuda or bangles, on both the hands of the bride. Originally, the kaliras were made of shells, coconuts or flowers although the modern versions may be made from beaten silver, gold, gold plated metals and beads. Some of them may be encrusted and are available is many colors and designs to match the bridal outfit.

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Indian weddings are known for their opulence and are often referred to as the “Big Fat Indian Weddings”. Though weddings in India have always been grand and over the top with an extensive guest list, the trend is slowly changing.

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Traditionally wedding invites were an important piece of information which carried all the details relating the wedding but wedding invites have changes and evolved with time. With couples getting involved at every stage of the planning and having a clear idea of how they want their wedding invite to look, wedding invites are getting more and more creative and interesting.

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Lehengas are popular among Indian brides and have been the preferred wedding outfit since many years. Traditionally all lehengas used to have an more full cut but with changing trends in bridal fashion, now a days you get an array of options. Today lehengas are available in various cuts and styles to suit every body type.  They look graceful and elegant and can be tailor made or bought off the rack. Here are some tips which may come in handy while selecting a lehenga.

Straight Cut Lehenga

This cut resembles a wrap around skirt and is straight from the waist to the hem. It has slits on the side for ease of movement. This can complement most body types and creates an illusionary slimming effect. Soft fabrics are advisable for this style.

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 Your wedding day is no doubt extremely special. So an addition to all the lovely details and wedding décor ideas, don’t forget to also incorporate some cool and funky wedding ideas. Here are some tips, which will definitely make it a fun time!!

Camera Corner or Photo Booth

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Wedding celebrations means a lot of happy moments, which means a whole lot of pictures. Instead of sticking to the age old camera and video guy, why not give your guests a chance to click some pictures? All you need to do is set up a photo booth with a basic background, various props and a camera. You can either attach a camera to a laptop or projector so the pictures can be viewed instantly or if your budget allows it, a full-sized photo booth would be simply ideal and vintage too! Oh and don’t forget to props to make the pictures even more fun!

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Of all your wedding jewellery, your wedding or engagement ring is probably the most important, because it is something you will have on you every day, unlike some of the other more elaborate ornaments. So it has to definitely be something you love wearing and looking at every day. Whether you are a groom fretting over the ring for your partner or a couple going to pick up rings together, there are a few things you can keep in mind when picking the perfect ring.

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Christian weddings are not very elaborate. They are fairly simple but a lot of fun.

Pre Wedding Rituals

Attending Preparatory course: This is a counseling course which prepares the couple as they are about to enter a new phase in their life. It is important as it helps both partners to understand each other better guides them as to how to tackle difficult situations which may come their way in the course of their married life together. The couple is made to take an oath stating that they are aware of all the marital duties.

Bridal Shower: This is an informal and fun party hosted by the bride’s female friends. The bride’s friends plan a surprise party for her and shower her with lots of gifts. A lot of girly games are played during this party and the bride also gifts lovely presents to all her friends.

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Indian weddings are lavish and so is the wedding shopping. It is very easy to go over board and spend much more than you expect to. Small expenses when clubbed together may add up to be huge if they are not planned for. Here are some tips on how to go about compiling your wedding shopping list.

Indian Bridal Shopping

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Today, more and more people are becoming aware and opting for a more eco-conscious and eco-friendly weddings. Weddings like those of Al Gore’s daughter and Maya Karin have demonstrated to the world that one can manage to leave a smaller footprint on the earth while still having a stylish wedding. If you feel like having a green wedding, these tips may come in handy!

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Punjabi weddings are known for their extravagant celebrations and they usually stretch over a week with an array of pre and post wedding functions.

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