3/14/2013
With INDIA New England's Spring 2013 Wedding Expo on tap for this Sunday, the newspaper is presenting a special community edition of Chai with Manju that shares fond memories of that special day from couples around New England's Indian American community. Chai with Manju specifically asked contributors to tell the most special memory of their wedding, recall which part of the ceremony they liked the best and give their opinion on the best thing about being married. Chai with Manju host Manju Sheth also shared her wedding memories, as did INDIA New England publisher Upendra Mishra. Click on the headline to read this special community edition of Chai with Manju. And if you haven't already, please register for INDIA New England's Spring 2013 Wedding Expo at Lombardo's in Randolph, Mass., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 17. The Wedding Expo will feature wedding-related workshops, food tasting from top Indian restaurants, fashion and jewelry, music and over 40 local wedding vendors. To register for this free event, visit www.indianewengland.com/weddings or click here. |
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3/28/2013
Another year saw another successful INDIA New England Wedding Expo. This year the Spring 2013 Wedding Expo was held on March 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lombardo's in Randolph, Mass. The Wedding Expo has become the premier event for those seeking the latest in Indian and South Asian wedding styles and trends. Over 450 attendees were treated to the sights, sounds and tastes of the latest in South Asian weddings from about 40 vendors showcasing weddings services and goods ranging from food to jewelry to photography to DJ services.
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| 3/12/2013
Aruna Seth, bridal shoe designer, shares her expertise with brides-to-be on choosing faultless bridal shoes for the big-day. Her shoes are handmade in Northern Italy from the finest materials, embellishments and Swarovski crystals. The beautiful designs hold a special secret for wedding days and contain a plush leather cushioned padding giving cashmere-like comfort to feet. Seth travels the world searching for the best ribbons, satins and leathers to adorn each shoe. The shoe range consists of over 40 pairs of ballerinas, boots, Swarovski inspired evening shoes and office shoes. The brand is stocked in Harrods shoe boudoir and over 50 stockists worldwide. Pricing ranges from several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars.
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| 3/12/2013
 Henna artist Manisha Trivedi is owner of Hennacafe, based out of Newton, Mass. She has been in the henna business for over a decade and she specializes in henna services for weddings. She has done henna for many different styles of weddings including Indian, Arabic and Jewish. She also has worked at birthday parties, fund-raisers and corporate events. Trivedi said she started henna in her teens and has been doing it for most of her life. “I have always loved henna and I still love it,” she said.
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| 3/12/2013
 To begin with let me ask this. Did you know that the car you are driving cost the company less than $2,000 to manufacture? I bet you did not. Now, didn't you pay like $20,000 for that car? That's because the car manufacturer has to pay its employees, R&D, maintenance, advertising, accounting, shipping and the list goes on. That's why they charge what they do. Fortunately for them it has become an industry norm today and that's because there is no ad on Craigslist saying someone can build you a car for $2,000. Unlike that, however, the photography industry does not have a set norm, because today everyone who has a digital camera thinks he can take pictures. This is making people feel that professional photographers are charging much more than they should which is a big misconception and I'll tell you why.
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| 3/12/2013
 When you start to plan your wedding, you may have ideas of different things you want to have — cakes, clothes, flowers, décor — but the one thing that most brides-to-be have trouble with is creating and managing a realistic budget for everything. Shaadi Bazaar is hoping to change that with continuing support from you, our community of recently married couples and network of wedding vendors. Last year, we created an anonymous survey asking recently married couples about their wedding budgets in great detail, which month they were married, number of guests, vendors they would recommend and not recommend and today we are sharing those statistics with you.
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| 3/12/2013
 Pink Lotus Events is New England’s first and only creative event design and full-service planning company, dedicated to creating fabulous Indian weddings. We boast some of the most incredible event design and planning talent in the area; bringing to life gorgeous parties, luxurious weddings and stylish events. We understand that every celebration is unique, and we choose to work with our clients intimately throughout the entire planning process to create a personalized event based on taste and style. Depending on the level of services required, we can help clients with everything from A-Z. In this article, we are sharing some of the key do’s and don’ts when it comes to planning a wedding.
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| 1/22/2013
 INDIA New England has released the date and opened the registration for its fifth Wedding Expo to be held on March 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lombardo's in Randolph, Mass. The Wedding Expo has become the premier event for those seeking the latest in Indian and South Asian wedding styles and trends. Attendees will be treated to the sights, sounds and tastes of the latest in South Asian weddings from about 50 vendors showcasing weddings services and goods ranging from food to jewelry to photography to DJ services. The Wedding Expo is free and open to the public, with registration.
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| 12/31/2012
3/27/2012
 When it comes to a wedding the sheer amount of planning and details and important decisions is exciting, but sometimes overwhelming. And while there are so many choices that will add up to the perfect big day, when you talk to the wedding experts one of the key parts of the wedding planning process is the wedding food tasting — a time when the bride and groom get a chance to experience what their guests will on the big day and make sure it is exactly what they are looking for.
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| 8/21/2012
 It is said that marriages are made in heaven and partners meet on earth. Every person wishes to find their soul mate and desire to spend a quality life, have a happy and successful marriage and a family that gives a reason to smile. In this era of information technology, matrimonial services widely shifted their base from newspapers and magazines to matrimonial Web sites. However, while users are looking to find their life partner, add happiness and someone special in their life. Scammers are looking to flick thousands of dollars from their bank account for your family dream.
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| 8/21/2012
 Finding the right flowers for a wedding celebration
Given how flowers have the ability to really transform a space, highlight an outfit, or set the mood, choosing the right flowers for your wedding is an important decision. Here are some suggestions that my clients have found helpful over the years.
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| 8/21/2012
 Couple puts Indian spin on classic Cape setting
While the traditional Indian wedding is certainly still alive and well in the Indian American community, many young couples are choosing to go for a more modern blend. In New England, this can lead to some breathtaking choices with the region's scenic beauty.
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| 8/21/2012
 INDIA New England highlights two local photographers, who have a passion for documenting wedding memories. |
| 8/21/2012
 It goes without saying that wedding planning is a crucial component of making that big day full of memories to last a lifetime. And while most wedding planners can quickly check off a list of the main things a couple needs to consider when planning a wedding, it is also very important to consider that the relationship with the wedding planner is critical also — as such, a couple should make sure their wedding planner is a good fit.
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| 8/21/2012
Nobody wants to think of the possibility of getting jilted on their wedding day. The day is supposed to be magical but, as smart shoppers know, anything can happen — even on your Big Day. From a sudden cancellation to stolen gifts to a damaged gown, wedding insurance can help protect you against the unforeseen, and can also afford you great peace of mind. The Better Business Bureau recommends investing in wedding insurance before your special day.
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| 3/30/2012
When it comes to a wedding the sheer amount of planning and details and important decisions is exciting, but sometimes overwhelming. And while there are so many choices that will add up to the perfect big day, when you talk to the wedding experts one of the key parts of the wedding planning process is the wedding food tasting — a time when the bride and groom get a chance to experience what their guests will on the big day and make sure it is exactly what they are looking for.
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| 3/30/2012
Looking at the hottest fashion trends for this wedding season
 With the constantly-changing, wedding-fashion world, it might be hard for most to keep up, so INDIA New England is presenting its readers with the latest in South Asian wedding fashions as showcased by several area fashion businesses: The Choonri Collection (www.choonricollection.com); IndofashionZ (www.indofashionz.com); and Khanak's (www.khanaks.com). For those wanting the latest for their upcoming nuptials, look no further than this photo spread of local designers' work. |
| 3/27/2012
 The wedding date has been set, the venue booked, the colors definitely chosen, it is now time to think of the flowers for the wedding. Flowers are such an intimate and elegant part of weddings — more so at Indian weddings. As my friend Ann had once exclaimed, "I want my daughter to have an Indian wedding with all those gorgeous flowers everywhere from the bride and groom to the whole place. So beautiful, so fresh, so fragrant."
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| 3/27/2012
 February brought no snow, sunshine and travels from Boston to Delhi in quest to find the latest in Indian designs.
In Delhi, the weather was mild every where and plenty of beautiful flowers were in bloom and for display. The wedding season was on in full swing and limos are vying with horses in the capital, decorated to the hilt. We were able to hit a couple of the hot spots — the Blue Room at the Taj and the evergreen Delhi Gymkhana.
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| 3/27/2012
 The hope for a wedding day is that it will be the start of a beautiful, lifelong union between two people. Certainly Kaptur head Tejpaul Bhatia had the same feelings about his wedding day — it just also happened to be the catalyst for a successful business venture.
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| 3/27/2012
 Vibrant colors, festive feasts, lavish fabrics, stunning flowers, live music and entertainment — your wedding day should be nothing short of spectacular. Whether couples are looking for a celebration steeped in tradition, a fusion of cultures or contemporary affair, there are so many ways to make a wedding memorable.
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