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Find advice for any South Asian wedding of every size from brides who have gone through it all. Tips specific to Indian or Pakistani weddings.
The Waterlily Bride
3y ago
This Pakistani family decided to do a fun color coordination for their outdoor mehndi event. The family decided to add in contrasting colors such as white, green, and orange so that the yellow didn’t come off too overbearing in pictures. What a beautiful candid shot that this photographer captured for this boho chic inspired mehndi.
Photo: Kristi Harris Photography
When you’re matching as a family, the last thing you want to do is overshadow the bride because everyone is color coordinated. However, this Indian couple didn’t do that at all. This Indian (particularly Punjabi) family matched with ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
3y ago
Edgy and Fierce Shots
Let’s start off with some fierce shots of the bride and groom. These pictures are great inspiration if you and your hubby are looking for some bold shots. After all, how many “look away like you’re feeling shy” pictures can you take? Images like these are also great after your wedding. If you want to make a statement in your home, enlarging pictures like these would add a pivotal touch to your bedroom.
Intimate and Cuddly Shots
Looking for some more intimate shots with your boo? Make a pit stop somewhere outdoors before or after your nikkah. You’ll be able to get some pri ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
3y ago
…oh, when the stars align! TWLB is so excited to give a spotlight to our first real wedding EVER! Why are we so excited? Because our first feature is also our first gay couple and also comes two weeks after the 1964 Civil Rights Act that protects the LGBTQ employees from discrimination based on sex. See, didn’t I tell you the stars aligned?
Let’s take a look into Vaibhav and Parag’s love story……..
What’s Your Love Story?
Our first meeting was quite interesting and a lot like a Bollywood movie, actually. Our first date was on June 12, 2012 in Washington, DC at a Thai restaurant. Little did we k ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
3y ago
We all know that Hindu weddings can be loooooongggggg. Don’t overestimate your guests – they love ya, but they’re probably going to get bored. And hungry. The one thing that will keep them entertained at these things is food. Check out these “pinnable quality” Hindu wedding ceremony snacks ideas.
Mango Lassi
There is no South Asian on this earth that doesn’t love mango lassi. And if they say they don’t, they’re lying to you. This is a great snack that all your Indian guests will find delicious and sweet.
Image: Smitha Kalluraya
Traditional Snack pack
These are probably the most common snacks y ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
3y ago
These gals are killing the #mehndi game on Instagram. If you’re looking for some inspiration for your wedding day, grab a cup of chai and cozy up on the couch. Take a peek at the top mehndi artists you should be following on Instagram right now.
Henna for Allny: @hennaforallny
Wait, mehndi artists can do these designs??? Umm helloooo, it’s 2020, why not? Henna for Allny is a NY based mehndi artist who is an expert in henna designs for brides. Her designs are super versatile. If you don’t know exactly what type of henna design you want, she’s absolutely worth checking out to help you get some i ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
4y ago
Bridal mehndi designs don’t have to be boring. Check out the most creative mehndi designs we’ve found on lovely brides.
This couple’s favorite activity is to relax while listening to music as birds chirp in the background, and sip on wine while they watch the sunset. They love it so much that the bride decided to use that design on her wedding day. What’s your favorite memory with your hubby?
Henna: hennaforallny
There is no better way to have your dog as part of your special day than a part of your bridal mehndi. Stop the adorableness already!
This henna shows the passion that this bride and ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
4y ago
Those “first look” photos with your groom are special memories that you can look back on in 30 years with your children. We’ve listed our Top 14 “first look” ideas for South Asian couples planning their grand Indian wedding.
What a dreamy Indian wedding. Kiran and Varun decided to tie the knot in San Pedro, CA, not far from proper LA. They picked a great spot right along the pier to capture their first look pictures.
Photo: Tim Kwon Photography
Tarini and Nikhil made it official in New Delhi, India. The bride chose not to do a first look before she walked down the aisle. And so glad she d ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
4y ago
Looking for a photoshoot with your bridesmaids before you walk down the aisle? Take a peek at some of our favorite “getting ready” shots with the bride and her gals.
We’re starting these pictures off with a bang. These girls were just looking for some fun and boy, did they find it. Capture a pic getting ready with your besties on your wedding day.
Image: The Wedding Story
These girls are looking so precious in these floral robes. Snap some pictures with your bridesmaids after finish their hair and makeup.
Image: Channa Photography
Donut mind if I do! These girls sure do look like they’re havin ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
4y ago
Gray is a neutral color that works for any season. This minimalistic “change the date” card is available as a PDF or as a physical card with the envelope.
Buy on: Etsy
Out with the old, in with the new! Send out your new wedding date with this precious custom card through Minted.
Buy on: Minted
Less bitter, more glitter. Might as well add a little more sparkle if you and your hubby are choosing a new wedding date.
Buy on: Zazzle
We get it, weddings are expensive. If you want a cute “change the date” card but don’t want to pay extra for a personalized picture of you and your hubby, consider thi ..read more
The Waterlily Bride
4y ago
Are you engaged and looking for the best website builders for your wedding? Here are our brides’ top rated wedding website builders:
The Knot Image: The Knot
Price: FREE (custom domain is $20)
Pros:
After inputting your wedding date, The Knot will automatically create a checklist (i.e. send out save-the-dates, schedule engagement photos, book caterer, etc.) for you so that you have specific action items with deadlines.
The Knot offers an online shop where you can search for popular wedding related items for yourself, bridesmaids, or the wedding in general.
The site offers a variety of templat ..read more