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Guest Blogger: Sonal J. Shah

Indian-born Sonal J. Shah migrated to The United States at the age of eight and grew up embracing the country’s entrepreneurial spirit. She now acts out her fondest childhood memories of grand traditional Indian weddings by creating them for the most affluent Indian expatriates through her New York-based company, Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, LLC. Her firm has built a reputation for creating, coordinating and supervising traditional Indian, Pakistani, Middle Eastern and cross-cultural weddings in the county.

Guest Blogger: Candice Pereira

Candice Pereira is the co-founder and Creative Head for Marry Me - The Wedding Planners in Mumbai, India. Candice's international exposure, local knowledge, and young enthusiastic team has brought success to her wedding planning company. The company's design style, attention to detail, and personalized service ensures that couples will enjoy their special day and have their wedding vision executed. Every detail of the wedding from décor to legalities, from clothes to transport is managed with ease by Marry Me -The Wedding Planners.

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Bollywood Dancing

Traditional dances such as garba and dandiya are an important part of any Indian wedding, but many weddings also include personalized dances as a fun way to give the bride and groom, as well as their guests, a memory that will last a lifetime. Today, there are many agencies that specialize in teaching...read more

Posted Friday 2/3/2012

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Bollywood Grand Entrance Songs

No Indian wedding is complete without some great Bollywood songs. Some of our couples choose American songs for their grand entrance, but others like to go the Bollywood route. If this is more your style check out our top 5 selections:Get Up and DanceI Hate YouTik tuk(Rascal)Saj dhaj keMallo Malli...read more

Posted Thursday 2/2/2012

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Floral Donations

All of our brides spend so much on decor, especially the flowers. At the end of the night, we all try and figure out what are we going to do with the flowers. Sometimes the guests can take them home, but other times, the arrangements are so large or heavy that it's impossible. After your wedding,...read more

Posted Wednesday 2/1/2012

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The Perfect Menu

The word “lavish” best describes every aspect of an Indian wedding. From the detailed gowns to the elegant, rich décor and, especially, the food! Our bride's are always asking us how much food to get and especially what items will be the guests favorites. Here are our suggestions for the perfect menu:Cocktail...read more

Posted Wednesday 2/1/2012

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Winter Top 10 Grand Entrance Songs

A new season means new songs. There are some songs that last a lifetime but others come and go. Here are our top 10 favorite grand entrance songs for this season:1. Where Them Girls At (feat. Nicki Minaj & Flo Rida)–David Guetta, Flo Rida & Nicki Minaj2. What Is Love (Single Mix)–Haddaway3....read more

Posted Tuesday 1/31/2012

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Wedding Vows: Hindu Wedding Vows

A traditional Hindu wedding ceremony is elaborate and complex, incorporating fifteen specific rituals. There are no vows in the Western sense, but the Seven Steps, or Saptha Padhi, around a flame (honoring the fire god Agni) spell out the promises the couple makes to each other: "Let us take the first...read more

Posted Thursday 4/1/2010

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A Hindu and Christian Wedding in Colorado

Combined culture weddings are a great opportunity to introduce your guests to new cultures. This Colorado couple did just that when they threw a double-ceremony wedding that embraced both Hindu and Greek Orthodox tradition. Planning your own interfaith wedding? Click here for tips and advice! Photos...read more

Posted Friday 10/23/2009

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Video: Sivanuja & Hiran's Hindu Wedding

Amazing videography on this one. Sivanuja and Hiran's wedding video, shot by Prashanna Jayaseelan captures a few Hindu wedding traditions, including the groom's procession, the ceremonial flame, and the garland exhange....read more

Posted Friday 9/25/2009

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Indian Wedding Tradition Guide

Indian wedding customs have a long history, so they’ll add rich meaning -- and fun memories -- to your wedding. These are some popular cultural wedding traditions you may want to include in your celebration. Lucky Day In India, the couple doesn’t choose their wedding date. Instead, a knowledgeable...read more

Posted Tuesday 9/29/2009

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Video: Avita & Ravin's Hindu Wedding

From Avita's bridal mehndi party to the family-oriented reception at Riverside Hall, this video shot by Estrella Productions covers three days of Hindu wedding traditions. Enjoy!...read more

Posted Wednesday 9/30/2009

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