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Wedding Shopping And Wedding Preparations In A Short Time

Posted by jasnav on October 19, 2009

Go For Readily Available Clothes

If you are not an avid fan of traditional stuff, salwar kameez as your bridal trousseau is apt. There is wide variety of designs available in the market. While shopping, you can pick up unstitched salwar kammez for post wedding functions at your in laws place.

Copper prints, brasso, Tussar et al in jacquard, brocade and georgette material are in vogue in case of unstitched salwar kameez.

Invitations At Rocket Speed

There cannot be a wedding without friends, guests and relatives. Instead of getting it hand delivered personally, ask your pals living in different parts of the city/country to come to your rescue. This move will not only save you time but also money.

The other way is to get it scanned and email it across to everyone. Do not fret over this as people would understand the issue of shortage of time. In case of important relatives like in-laws et al, ask one of close relatives to help you deliver the invitations on your behalf.

Be The Sizzling Bride On Your Wedding

Weddings are all about the brides and their attire. It is one time of life when every girl wishes to look like a dream princess.

A lot of would be brides push themselves for dieting. Due to the time constraint and more deadlines to meet, keep your hands more on the healthy food options.

A healthy look will make you look and feel more vibrant on your big day.

Don’t Forget The Comfort Factor

Wedding is all about glamorous and sparkling designs. Do pick up some comfortable cotton and chiffon unstitched salwar kameez material for wearing during the rituals during and after the wedding.

It is advisable to wear comfortable yet chic salwar kameez while attending the strenuous long hours of rituals.

So breathe in and get going for your wedding shopping at a breeze.

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Wedding Shopping – How To Save Time On Your Wedding Preparations

Posted by jasnav on October 12, 2009

Shopping smartly and saving time should be the rule for meeting your wedding deadlines. Follow the tit-bits in this two part article and make the most of your shopping time.
Plan Your Priority List

It is important to plan your priority list. It will help you in having a clear vision about the dos and don’ts.

Write down your pre-wedding and post wedding wardrobe list. Then decide your wedding trousseau as well as accessories. Decide on the stores you want to visit for particular items.

To save even more time, you can even shop online from reputed stores selling wedding clothes of all hues.

It may ease your pressure and things will fall in place according to the list also.

In between your lunch breaks, go shopping for makeup items. In case of perfumes, try to stick to your old favorite brands.

Fix up all beauty regime and bridal regime appointments too, so you don’t go around wasting time in the waiting rooms.

Getting a Quick Wedding Trousseau

If you don’t have time for getting bridal lehenga choli stitched, you can also go for unstitched salwar kameez. You can get it custom made as it will take lesser time in getting it stitched.

As compared to lehenga choli, getting an unstitched salwar kameez ready for your wedding will be less expensive as well. Managing your shopping budget during wedding is an important issue. You can save time by going for online options here as well.

You can buy
bridal salwar kameez from online sites which exhibit a variety of designs at par with the boutiques.

Another advantage of Salwar Kameez is that it can be utilized also during the post wedding functions as well.

Look out for the next post in this space for more details on saving time in your wedding preparations.

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Home Improvement: Using Indian Sari Valances For A Unique And Special Look

Posted by jasnav on October 4, 2009

The sari valence is made from the Indian sari’s five and a half meters of unstructured and unstitched material. It comes in a variety of textures, colors, weaves, and is ideal for all rooms or creative furnishing arrangement. The Indian sari is very versatile and makes for a stunning curtain arrangement with minimal effort.

Add Panache To The Windows

When embarking on a home improvement plan, dressing the windows with beautiful curtains is the most significant way to create an impact. Everything depends on the choice of furnishing. This includes not only the rugs and carpets but also the curtain arrangements.

This choice can create a distinctive ambience for your room and your home. It can create a new mood of happiness and fun and this would complement the relaxed feel of the room.

Get Creative With Fabrics

The style of furniture in the room will bring into play the fabric you use. You can select from heavier silk and velvet sari fabrics or sheer ones like chiffons and cottons. If your furniture is sleek try lighter weaves that result in a light and airy look. If it is more on the classic lines try the more ornate sari valences.

Give Time and Thought To The Color And Texture

When you think of a creative curtain arrangement, you have to give the atmosphere you want to create with a multitude of textures and color a thought. Do you want the curtain arrangement to have a classic feel, are happier with a contemporary or a modern one? It all depends on your choice.

You can choose from materials that are heavy and dark to the ones that are light and add to the spacious look. The sari valence has a vicarious range of fabrics to choose from.

I’ve reserved the best reason for the last – the Indian Sari valance won’t burn a hole in your pocket!

Go ahead and try out the Indian sari valances for a truly unique décor experience.

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