Growing up in the US, I’ve made many non-Indian friends. So it was important for me to help my friends understand wedding traditions and rituals, and know what to expect at an Indian wedding. The best part was that all of them were so excited to be a part of the celebrations and they wanted to learn and understand the… Read More
Ignore What You’ve Been Told about Indian Bridal Mehndi and Follow These Tips
Most brides (including myself) don’t think to look up Indian bridal mehndi tips online. Even if you try, it’s not an easy thing to find. When it comes to mehndi application – when, how, where, and 101’s – brides sometimes assume they know the basics, and there’s not much to do. Think again! There are actually lots of questions that… Read More
Why Indian Wedding Traditions Matter for Today’s Generation
Being first generation Indian-American, I found it hard to understand all of the Indian wedding traditions that were a part of the wedding process. I’m referring to the rituals that started from the moment I got engaged. Many of these rituals were really important to my family – even important to my extended family. It’s what makes our culture meaningful… Read More