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Get The White House Look For Your Pre-Wedding Party

Posted by jasnav on July 10, 2010

Wedding is the time to get into quick renovation for saving few extra bucks as well as to impress the guests. Imagine the White House in its all sheer grandeur. Let your imagination soar high for recreating the magic.

Here are some innovative ways to get the White House décor right into your pre-wedding plans.

Spice It Up

Paint the walls in shades of peach, mauve and beige. Stick to the theme of the area as is done in the White House décor.

Do not lay your hands on cheap and gaudy stuff while decorating the area. Focus more on the classic furnishing like silk curtains with matching valences.

Instead of going for offbeat colors, try flowers for a look of opulence and elegance. You can also go for valences with mirror work that look ideal for the pre-wedding cocktail parties.

Remember that the décor should reflect warm hospitality which is the very essence of the White House decorations. Shades of pink, peach, lime and green are common ones can go with different themes.

Contemporary Furniture

Weddings are no time to flaunt your sofas with abstract print. Keeping in mind the mood and celebrations, pastel prints in bright shades are perfect. It is very important to use bright colors in the sitting area as the colors symbolize positive energy.

Use plain color durries and floor-to-floor carpets to add to the elegance of the flooring.

Put bronze polished cushion covers and brocade spreads instead of simple plain shades.

Background Matters

Since you are planning for a wedding function the curtains should be matched properly for every theme décor. Add more glamour to your party venue with silk curtains. Mix and match color combinations work very well.

Go for zari silk curtains as it will lend a royal look.

Bright colored zari valences will heighten the wedding mood.

Lights And Action

Think of the overall lighting of the White House and plan accordingly. Do not spoil the look of the décor with halogen flood lights. Remember that tastefully done décor needs to be enhanced. Shaded lights and subtle highlights look beautiful in the wedding décor.

So, gear up for the wedding and add chutzpah to the décor with a White House décor theme.

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Handy Tips For Wedding Décor

Posted by jasnav on July 5, 2010

Use your imagination and plan out your wedding décor beforehand to make the most of the existing inventory. Instead of buying brand new furnishing from high end shops, economical options are the best. Have a look at these tips and implement the same in the wedding.
Indian Royalty Hails
In the background, you can use Jaipuri quilts and leheriya sarees as screens. The biggest advantage of using these quilts and sarees is the bright ambience. Its royal look with mirror work is ideal for the wedding mood. Besides, you can also hang the sarees over the canopies.
Take the Silk Route
Get brand new cushions stitched with your mother’s old brocade saris. For the wedding, you can design low sitting arrangements. Use the material from the sari and add some motifs to it to get a grand and opulent look. Mix and match is also a very good option. Usually the plain silk saris retain their sheen even after a long period of use. Opt for bright colors like green and pink, red and gold et al to go with the overall happy mood of the marriage.
Curtains Etc
Use your old silk saris and get curtains made out of them. Mix and match the different saris for a surreal look and feel. Not only will it add panache to your home décor, it will also save you a load of money. For different occasions like sangeet, mehendi and cocktails, you can mix and match different curtains to recreate a fresh mood for every function.
Sari Valences
What is royalty without grand valences? Recreate the same aura at your place with the valences made out of sari material. There are reliable online shopping options from where you shop for reasonable valances. Custom made valences are great options to grab. You can add even some zari at the edge to go with the wedding mood. You could even go for matching sari valences to spruce up the look of the curtains. The rich look of the silk sari with the tinge of zari will be ultimate for the wedding decor.
So, cheer up and start planning for the wedding décor on a budget. A bit of planning would save the money unnecessarily spent on lavish décor.

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Curtains Of Indian Flavor To Decorate Your Home

Posted by jasnav on June 28, 2010

Curtains play an important role in enhancing the look of the home. There are a variety of designs available in the market but the best ones are those which suit your home. Indian fabric curtains are the flavor of the season and you would do well to get some for your home as well.

Indian fabric has always been in the news across the globe. Whether it is the handloom silk from Madhya Pradesh or the exotic dal bandhni work from the land of deserts, Jodhpur, you always have a wide variety to pick up from. You can mix and match Moga silk and tussar silk for a surreal old world charm look. Spanning from simple handloom cotton to exotic silk, economical to expensive curtains, the list goes on.
Enhance the look of your curtains and add a tinge of very Indian glamour to your home. Here are some personalized ideas, tried and tested successfully.

Flamboyant Earthy Tones

If you are an ardent fan of earthy tones, the tribal spun silk of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh are your answers. Subtle shades of silk spun on hand looms will create magic in your home.

If an air of flamboyance is the way you like to project yourself, regional mirror work is just your type. Mirror work gives a bright exterior to the dullest areas like the study and even the balcony. Get small sized mirror work done on the curtains while you are getting them custom made on order.

For lighter fabric like chiffon or net, heavy work can be recommended provided the fabric doesn’t get torn.
The idea comes from the stunningly beautiful Indian saris. If it can look good in the form of a sari, curtains made from saris will definitely spruce up the entire surrounding. The idea is to give your home a mystic look.

Online Shopping With A Global Touch

If you hate to step out for shopping, get the world at your feet. Or better still, at your fingertips.

There are online websites that sell all kinds of curtains spanning from silk to exotic cotton. Dupion silk curtains are in vogue. The high quality yet economical exhaustive collection will leave you gasping for more.

If you wish to add further panache to your curtains, similar shade sequin work is the way to be. Mix and match is the latest trend as bright colors lifts up the mood of the room.

Ensure the valences are either completely matching, or are in contrast with the curtain shades. You can go for the pastel shades combination like pink and peach, golden and off white et al. Do not combine two similar shades for the curtains and valences as it will ruin the look.

With dupioni silk curtains, recreating the Indian grandeur at your home is just no hassle. So think no more, and go ahead to redecorate your home at a very reasonable cost.

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Four Summer Party Tips That Really Work

Posted by jasnav on June 10, 2010

Hello again everyone! My apologies for being missing for the past couple of weeks. I was busy relocating, and never expected it to be such a harrowing experience.

Well, it’s back to doing what I love best – sharing my experiences and advice with my dear readers.

In my last article we had talked about how to organize a quick summer party to turn heads. In keeping with my promise, here are some more tips to take care of when you plan your summer bash up.

Do Monitor Your Directions

In order to get the best results, do not just hand over the keys to the decorators and expect them to read our mind like a bluetooth. Not only do you have to direct them with precision and accuracy, and you must also supervise their progress. At times you will need to goad them along to finish the theme within your deadline.

Use Your Negotiating Skills

Negotiation doesn’t have to be conflict and confrontation. It is simply a matter of getting your needs met while meeting the interests of the contractors. You need to negotiate with the contractors and ensure that quality work is completed within deadline without upsetting your budget.

Do Carry Out Your Research

Always do your research before spending a big amount. For instance, you can opt for curtains that match the wall colors. If you wish to add more glamour to your room then opt for neutral shade curtains for a classy feel.

Mix and match color combinations work well. If you are planning for a casual look then opt for bright colored curtains. There are reasonably priced curtains in bright colors too like peach dupioni curtains that suit all moods.

Reshuffle Your Assets

Reshuffle quickly the items that you feel would fit comfortably in a new location. If you have an expensive painting, statue or even some crystal decorations, highlight them in a new area.

Instead of showering the dining area with halogen lights, go for chandeliers. Highlighting certain corners and areas will enhance the overall décor of your pad without spending a fortune.

Get going for quick summer parties.

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