7 Vows and their Significance

Grace

Introduction: In the excitement of D-day people generally fret a lot since it is such a hectic thing to plan and most importantly it is the fulfillment of dreams to many. Everybody wishes their big day to be lavish, pompous if possible a bit extravagant and  many other things. But among all those things the vital part is about following traditions. The Indian Hindu marriages accustoms to these traditions and their sacredness, significance irrespective of style, place and all. One such sacred ritual is the Seven Vows commonly called as “Saat…

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Increase in Love Marriages

Grace

Introduction: A father’s biggest wish and thinks of as his greatest responsibility upon seeing a daughter/son being born into his family is her/his wedding day. The anticipation of that day is too much for any father or any family. From the olden days where groom’s selection is the decision that solely depends on a father but not the girl who will be marrying him or you can say vice versa father choosing a bride for his son, times have definitely changed .   image source Love marriages became such common thing these…

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Easy steps to remove Blackheads before wedding day

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Introduction: Blackheads are blocked pores (hair follicles) in the skin that are filled with skin , an oily substance. Blackheads occur mainly on the face and nose and are a common problem  especially those with oily skin. Blackheads can be called first stage acne, before bacteria enters the clogged pores. Image source Blackheads occur , when overactive sebaceous glands produce excessive oil. So before go to remedies we have to take care on the food that we take.So that we can avoid to some extent.Mainly we avoid food with excess…

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Wedding Attire’s

Sai Nikhila Badiga

Introduction: It can be clearly seen that in our Indian Weddings, the most attraction for the whole session of marriage will be Bride and Bridegroom. They themselves will look charming during this beautiful occasion of theirs and their attire’s will add some more beauty and charm and make them even more colorful. Even the attire chosen by broom and bride will have a traditional approach. The style of draping, Choice of color according to occasion and timing etc., every thing will have some traditional approach behind. The beauty of the…

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Bachelor and Bachelorette parties

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Bachelor and Bachelorette parties: “Bachelor party”  the first thing comes into our mind when we think about this is, Group of men having fun with light music, dance, colorful lights around and yeah, of course, hand full of drinks. Generally, Bachelorette parties are held before marriage. Never miss to know that girls also throw parties same as men, which are called by name Bridal Showers. These type of parties are no more luxurious parties, they became a compulsory ritual which is held before marriage in almost every community. The style…

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Types of Mangalasutras

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Mangalasutra or  Thaali Mangalasutra literally means “an auspicious thread” which is knotted around the bride’s neck 3 times. Three knots symbolize three different aspects of a married woman – the first knot represents her obedience to her husband, the second to his parents and the third represents her respect for God. Introduction It is usually a yellow thread prepared with turmeric. Sometimes gold, white or red beads are also added to the mangalasutra, depending on regional variation. It is a symbol of marriage but is only applicable to women, while men are…

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Rituals in our Indian Weddings

Sai Nikhila Badiga

In our culture, marriage symbolizes not just the sacred union of two individuals, but of the coming together of two families and extended families as well! Their level of involvement is so profound that typically the family decides the bride/groom. Mangni or Nischitartham : Months before the wedding an engagement ceremony, known as Mangni (in North India) or Nischitartham (in South India), is held. The two families meet to perform rituals to make the engagement official. A muhurat (auspicious date & time) for the wedding is decided based on horoscopes. The…

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Mr. Right ? Or Mr. Wrong?

Grace

In Quest of Mr. Right? Introduction: Life Partner!! Better/Best Half!! Hearing words like these may bring goosebumps to some people,  gives unknown chills to some others and to some it may bring pleasant thoughts too or in some cases cause fear too. Whatsoever the reaction might be it all boils down to the point that choosing a life partner is inevitable and one has to go through that phase of life when one decides to marry. It doesn’t matter whether it is arranged marriage or love marriage but it matters…

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Rajasthani and Marwadi weddings

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Marriage Ceremonies Rajasthani Marriage – Most Joyfull Event Marriages are made in heaven and it is the most auspicious occasion of the entire life of Indians.All measures are taken to make this day ecstatic when two people start for the eternal voyage of life. Relatives from both the sides of bride and groom take part in every minutest rituals and traditions of the long going marriage function and this add more hue to the festive mood.Customs of Rajasthani Wedding : All the Rajasthani Weddings have some common pre and on…

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