Australian Indian Wedding Expo Diary

OCTOBER 2018

Step Up

Why a choreographed wedding dance is a must

7

ways to perfect your

pre-wedding photoshoot

A bespoke affair Create the perfect tailored wedding

BRIDAL COLLECTION

I do in Italy

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Dear reader, “Fashion is made to become unfashionable”, goes a famous adage by designer Coco Chanel. And with the changing times, when things get redundant, it is important to be experimental. With the wedding season on in full swing, there couldn’t have been a better time to come out with the first edition of Wedding Diary. Serving not only to the Indians but also all people residing in Australia and all non-resident Indians across the world, our special edit is all about multicultural weddings happening around us every day and the Diary aims to cover every aspect related to the weddings. The idea is to help our readers make a list of things that they may need to make their D-Day special.

Our journey, over the last six months, has been nothing short of exhilarating as we worked towards bringing the “Australian Indian Wedding Expo” to life. We are truly grateful to all our sponsors and patrons for investing their trust in us irrespective of the fact that we’ve only just begun, and that this is our debut in this sector.

Their support has made us believe that our journey has just begun and there are many more milestones to achieve.

We wish you a happy reading.

Anju & Amandeep Goyal

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Editor’s letter

To all those prepping to say I do, I would like to say: All you need is love. This iconic song by The Beatles has set the foundation of successful marriages, but what sets the stage for successful marriage celebrations is -- I am sure you will agree -- a little more than love. And that’s where wedding magazines come into the picture.

It seems like yesterday that, over a series of video conferences, creative director Arun Pant and I presented our vision for Wedding Diary to the publishers. Our idea was crisp and simple — to create a handy wedding manual for Indians living abroad who are ready to tie the knot in a multicultural setting. So we scoured the world for trends and preferences, and found out that whether Asian or European, Australian or Russian, everybody wants their wedding to be unique. And this has brought us to the doorstep of all things bespoke.

In our first issue, we have decided to focus on made-to-order clothes that are covetable while being affordable. This will ensure your wedding gown is unique and trousseau abundant.

To add to the bespoke charm, we also have advice on what goes into the making of a perfectly tailored wedding.

Plus, we tell you why a choreographer is important to help you dance up a storm at your wedding.

This year’s celebrity weddings tell us that high-profile marriages seem to be made in Italy. From Amalfi Coast to Lake Como - we tell you why the Italian peninsula is luring Hollywood and Bollywood celebrities to its shores to say I do.

We hope Wedding Diary will help add that quintessential romantic fairytale essence to your wedding that you have always dreamt of.

Shashi Priya

Published by Australian Indian Wedding Expo Pvt Ltd Director Amandeep Goyal Editor Shashi Priya Art Director Arun Pant Chief Copy Editor Renitha Raveendran Editorial Consultant Shruti Tomar Writers Gaurav Tejpal, Rohan Swamy Rights: Wedding Diary is printed and published by Amandeep Goyal on behalf of Australian Indian Wedding Expo Pvt Ltd at 3, Thornton Street, Kellyville Ridge NSW 2155.

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What’s inside?

Volume I

34-44

Issue I

October, 2018

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TREND TALK

How to make your Pre-Wedding Shoot Perfect

Decorated by your stylist and make-up artist’s flair and...

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STYLE FILE

Matrimonial Movements

Weddings signify a lifelong commitment to a person...

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HAUTE COUTURE

A Tailor-made Tale

The concept of haute couture came into the bridal fashion scene...

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mood board

A Bouquet of Style

Thinking a multicultural wedding?...

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Spot light

It’s Showtime

A wedding is a series of beautiful moments and you definitely...

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BOARD SHEET

Wed Me Good

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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make...

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en route

A Match Made in Italy

The picturesque lakes and villas with their old-world vibe make Italy...

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on the

cover

Models showcase Silk and Sparkle’s bridal collection.

sTEp Up

why a choreographed wedding dance is a must

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ways to perfect your

prE-WEddINg phOTOshOOT

A bespoke affair CrEaTE ThE pErfECT TaILOrEd WEddINg

BRIDAL COLLECTION

I do in Italy

WhErE CELEbs gET marrIEd

Photo: Southern Light Photography Dresses: Silk and Sparkle Hair & Makeup: Beauty Monks Jewellery: Anam Jewels Models: Gurnam Singh Deepankar Goyal Kavya Kanwar Mini Lohia Kaneeka Nanda

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olor Drama Cakes is an award-winning Sydney-based cake boutique which focusses on creating beautiful cakes with divine tastes. Their cakes have been published on cover pages of renowned cake magazines in Australia and have won awards in global wedding-cakedecorating competitions. They take great pleasure in showcasing their style and philosophy in the art of cake-baking that take care of your needs.

From simple buttercream with delicate flavours to fondant-covered confectionary masterpieces, they work with you to create dessert flavours and designs that inspire and meet your exact needs.

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All their cakes are made fresh from scratch, using only the best quality/ organic ingredients that make their cakes delicious. They also offer a wide variety of eggless/vegan cakes, cupcakes, cake pops and other desserts.

Even though wedding cakes are their specialty, they also cater to a wide range of events -- both social and corporate.

Kalpita, the director of Color Drama Cakes, looks for creativity in everything and has been in touch with her creative side since childhood. She graduated with a master’s degree in Mass Communication & Journalism.

Even though she started her career in the media industry, she gradually focussed her creative energies towards the art of making cakes and has excelled at it ever since. She has a detailed eye for design and is known in the industry as a master finisher of cakes -- one of the best in Sydney. Kalpita is also a renowned and distinguished

teacher in the art of cake decoration, and has offered several classes, both locally and internationally.

In its fabulous journey of creating cakes and designs, Color Drama Cakes has picked up several accolades. Their cakes and desserts have been awarded by the Australian Cake Decorating Network and they also have celebrity clients in Sydney.

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She is one of the few qualified and most sought out makeup artist based in Sydney and her studio is called Beautymonks. She creates easy and subtle looks to bold and gorgeous with her advanced makeup and hairstyling skills. She is a pro in making her clients look the best on the most important occasions for their lives.

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How to make your

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Decorated by your stylist and make-up artist’s flair and complemented by your photographer’s skills, your pre-wedding shoot can be absolutely perfect if you also take note of right wardrobe choices, which are in sync with the location of your pre-wedding shoot. We tell you how.

Words: Ramit Batra & Gaurav Tejpal

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photographers, make-up artists, stylists, and sieving through locations and latest wardrobe trends. In between all the chores – seeking permissions, making appointments and the rest -

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Book a photographer who can showcase your personality Framed for Life First things first. You need to book a photographer who can showcase your personality. Once you have browsed through someone’s work, you should have a fair idea about the kind of pictures that you might be able to get. Remember, showing a photographer if he/she can replicate somebody else’s style is not what you want to do. It is only going to leave you disappointed in the end, and you will blame the photographer for your own bad judgement. Once you can visualise yourself in the photographer’s existing body of work, you have found the right match for your photoshoot.

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Dress Matters The outfit and the shoes you wear, the accessories (necklace, earrings, veil, etc), the make-up and the hairstyle – all depend on whether it is to be a casual or full bridal shoot. It is important to start thinking about it early so that you can start sourcing suitable items.

It is very important to select the location of the shoot because the outfits, accessories and make-up should match with the ambiance, atmosphere and theme of the shoot. It is important to have regular brainstorming sessions and meetings with your photographer, stylist and make-up artist, so you can discuss the arrangements for the shoot. When deciding on a suitable outfit, bear in mind if the shoot is indoors or outdoors.

Brightly coloured clothing works well in an urban location, while formal locations are a great backdrop for a wedding gown and suit. Also, it is important to choose outfits that compliment the shape of your body and are in tune with the backdrop or theme of the shoot. Above all, clothing should be comfortable and in tune with the seasons and occasion.

For example:

When deciding on a suitable outfit, bear in mind if the shoot is indoors or outdoors

01 • F or a summer shoot, go for flowy fabrics and focus on colour and print – whether it is a short summer dress, a floral midi skirt with top, or a versatile maxi dress

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Don’t Forget to Accessorise

Gem encrusted bib necklaces present a busy and bold look

01 • P earl and diamond earrings with an emerald or coloured gemstone of your choice would go well with voguish/contemporary outfits

04 • B racelets and necklaces can be customised to add silver or gold charm motifs which grant luck or carry personal meaning

02 • A n offbeat addition to your attire could be a belt or a traditional kamarbandh. There is also a wide variety of modern waist belts by new-age designers. Belts can range from zardosi to fabric to kundan and pearls and come in numerous patterns and designs

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The photographs from your prewedding shoot will be the memories you keep forever, so it is vital to figure out how to accessorise for your shoot. Jewellery is the centerpiece of Indian weddings and a pre-wedding shoot is an excellent opportunity to upgrade your trinkets. What jewellery you wear depends on your outfit. Some ideas: 42

05 • G em encrusted bib necklaces present a busy and bold look.

They are great for enhancing a bare neckline but should be avoided if there is detail around the neckline. Avoid big, chunky earrings when wearing a bib necklace

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Beauty and Make Up Preps The fine and refined garments and jewellery can only go so far.

Body care and make-up are the other elements in the perfect shoot. Your make-up has to be beautiful, comfortable and resilient, because you have to wear it for a long time. It is a good idea to invest in finely milled, non-comedogenic pigments sitting lightly in bases that protect and nourish your skin. Here are some tips to help you look your best in time for the shoot:

Your make-up has to be resilient, because you have to wear it for a long time

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haute Couture

A tailor-

made tale The concept of haute couture came into the bridal fashion scene because of the growing demand for handmade dresses and suits. We list the benefits of custom-made clothing and what takes it a notch higher than others Words: Arun Pant The wedding trousseau plays a pivotal role in bringing your special day to life and gives a signature to the couple about to take their vows. In many cases, the bride and the groom are remembered by how spectacular they looked during their wedding, and what they wore gets the majority of attention.

Hence the dressmaking business in the bridal world is thriving because of the growing demand of custom-made clothing. Nothing can beat the finesses of a well stitched, figure flattering garment. And that’s the reason why more and more fashion conscious people are opting for customised clothes, thus making the design business flourish.

(L to R) A model in Shyamal and Bhumika’s creation at the India Couture Week 2018; A model in Rahul Mishra’s creation at the India Couture Week 2018; Actor Kiara Advani walks the ramp for Shyamal and Bhumika at the India Couture Week 2018

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Each piece has its own story to tell

It is custom-made so no duplication If you visit a designer and ask them to create a certain style suiting your sensibilities, the look is going to be one-ofits-kind and you won’t find a similar piece in the market.

Each piece has its own story to tell. The process is so organic and meticulous that duplication is nearly impossible. It is how imaginations and lifelong fantasies take shape so the couple do not have to worry about someone else wearing the same piece.

(Above) Kareena Kapoor Khan walks the ramp at India Couture Week 2018 for Falguni Shane Peacock; A model in Rahul Mishra’s creation at India Couture Week 2018

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A model wears Shyamal and Bhumika’s creation at the India Couture Week 2018

Since it is made of high quality, expensive fabric every minute detailing is done very skillfully and is stitched to perfection. Every piece is hand sewn by an adept artisan, and is a standalone piece, meticulously put together from the finest fabrics, unmatched embroidery and custom stitching, to make sure that every part of it fits the wearer like a glove.

Every outfit is hand sewn by an adept artisan, and is a standalone piece

Models showcase designer Rahul Mishra’s creations at India Couture Week 2018

It is more figure flattering The garments get stitched according to your body measurement, therefore it falls perfectly on your body.

Remember, no piece of clothing will fit two different people perfectly. Every individual has a different body type therefore pre-stitched garments won’t be fitting you that well as compared to a customised one.

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A model in Falguni Shane Peacock’s creation at India Couture Week 2018

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It showcases your personal style Even if you visit the most renowned couturier, they give you the liberty to select the colours of your choice and modify their designer pieces accordingly. So if the sleeves of the gown or blouse are 3/4th and you wish for a full-sleeved with some add-on, the designer will make changes accordingly.

Lasts longer Though couture pieces are expensive they are longer lasting, compared to the regular readymade pieces because of the perfect stitching and high-quality fabric.

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(Above) A model wears Shyamal and Bhumika’s creation at India Couture Week 2018; Models in Falguni Shane Peacock’s creations at India Couture Week 2018

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Matrimonial

Movements Weddings signify a lifelong commitment to a person. And what better way there is, to say, ‘I’ll always have time for you’, than gifting your significant other a timeless classic? We take a look at five time pieces that would make the big day memorable for you.

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Patek Philippe – Grand complication 5160/500G Amongst one of the most expensive watches ever created by the Swiss powerhouse, the Grand Complication features a perpetual calendar with a retrograde date hand. It features an engraved back, which is a throwback to the pocket watches designed by the brand in the previous century. The hand engraved dial, lugs and crown along with the protective back cover are testimony to the sheer opulence of the watch. If indulgence is an important aspect of the big day, then this is the watch that would make heads turn. In addition it also does an important duty to perfection – telling the time right.

Vacheron Constantine – Patrimony Traditionelle Tourbillon Released in the mid-2000s the Patrimony Traditionelle, comes in two variants - Rose Gold and Platinum.

Born out of the factories of the oldest watchmakers in the world. The watch comes with a 250 – hour power reserve and has thirty jewels. The power reserve is a homage to the 250th year anniversary of the brand.

The solid gold used in the watch along with the large tourbillion movement accentuates the simplicity of the dial. Unlike other watches made by Vacheron Constantin, it does not sport a perpetual calendar or a split-second chronograph. All it does is show the time – in a classy way of course.

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Lahnge and Sohne – 1815 Homage to Walter Lange A modern release (2017), the watch is a tribute to Walter Lange, and his fascination for the ‘Jumping seconds movement’. Incidentally the movement was designed by Ferdinand Lange a century and half ago. The 60 – hour power reserve watch comes in White Gold, Pink Gold and Rose Gold variants with a total of 253 components (36 jewels). The dial, minimalist in itself, features a second, stoppable deadbeat seconds counter. The watch features a new movement – L1924, which is a homage to Walter Lange, who was born in 1924.

The extra seconds hand is a vital component to ensure last minute preparations are completed on time on the big day.

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The detailed specifications in the name is a sign that the watch itself is very meticulous and detailed in its presentation and looks. Perfect for the big day, the watch features the new P.3001 caliber movement with a separate, small seconds hand at 9 o’clock on the main dial. The back of the case has a separate hand that shows the power reserve of three days directly. Classy and rugged, the 47mm watch has been a mainstay at weddings owing to their accuracy and excessive emphasis on perfection.

IWC Schaffenhausen – Portugieser Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Edition “150 Years” One of the highlights of their collection that released in 2017 the perpetual Calendar Tourbillon runs a new movement – Caliber 51950. Simple, clean and efficient – some of the highlights of the Swiss watchmaker – the elements are visible in the white lacquer dial housed in a case of Red Gold.

Smaller dials feature the moonphase, the day, date, month and year along with the tourbillon movement. A perfect combination of tradition infused with modernity, the watch is sure to be the highlight of the big day.

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Tiffany and Co. Patek Phillipe TWENTY~4ÂŽ Made in 18k White Gold, the watch features ten round, brilliant cut diamonds on the dial courtesy of Tiffany and Co. In addition, the bezel features 32 princess cut diamonds, the 18k white gold case set has an addition 34 round, brilliant cut diamonds.

The strap and deployment clasp are in 18k white gold too, giving the watch a sophisticated one of a kind look. The movement is simple with a hour and minute repeater and therein lies the brilliance of the watch. Perfect for the big day for the bride, to keep time and of course make heads turn.

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Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Watch Combining the designs of the Alhambra bracelet with their watchmaking techniques, this is a watch that is tailor made for your special day. Delicately boned with yellow gold highlights on the Alhambra motif it is a perfect example of fine watchmaking combining with traditional jewellery designing. Also given that every watch is individually handmade, the company guarantees that no two watches are similar making every individual unit a masterpiece in its own right.

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Bulgari’s iconic design- the Serpenti has had many iterations since the inception of the design in the early 60s. Joining the long and proud lineage, the Seduttori, does not disappoint. With a16carat sapphire sitting on the serpent’s head, and 197 brilliant, baguette-cut white diamonds, the Seduttori is a perfect fit for a wedding with a hint of old world charm. Whilst it features a quartz movement, the dazzling array of stones that adorn the face and the bracelet of the watch are more than capable of making up for any loss of traditional Swiss movements one may feel whilst wearing it.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso Lady Ultra Thin Duetto A design that has stood the test of time itself. The Grand Reverso by Jaeger has been around long enough to see the changes that have come in the world of horological movements. Perfect for the big day, the ultra thin watch with a thickness of 9mm, is housed in a 18k pink gold case. Other accents include a sunray, brushed dial with a mother-of-pearl highlight on the back dial. The watch combines the design aesthetics with the time tested 864A calibre movement, and a rose gold folding buckle on the brown alligator strap. A perfect watch for the big day.

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SPOT Light

It’s showtime A wedding is a series of beautiful moments and you definitely want to capture them for posterity. If captured right, it’s a stunning and lifetime memory that generations will cherish forever, which is why we suggest, invest in a cinematographer.

While you may be able to reminisce just one single moment by looking at a photograph, a wedding film will bring the entire event, emotions and memories alive for you with just the click of some buttons. The trend of hiring and investing in wedding cinematographers has become quite popular in the past five years.

We tell you the interesting ways in which a cinematographer can bring your wedding film to life.

A wedding film presents everything in the most spectacular way

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BACKSTAGE BASH There is a lot that goes on backstage at weddings. The decorations, the food, the attire, the rituals, all of these serve as a cinematographer’s playground from where he/she picks the most interesting and intense candid shots. A wedding film presents everything in the most spectacular way and it’s no less than watching a movie on the big screen.

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Freeze Frame You definitely do not want your wedding to be on the lines of the film Matrix, but taking inspiration from it to add an element of fantasy to your wedding won’t do any harm. Take for instance the movie’s freeze frame shots. A wedding cinematographer can immortalise a lovely moment for you through it.

Make everyone sit down to watch a preview of the day-that-was

On The Spot Same day editing is where your team of cinematographers gather footage before and during the wedding ceremony.

Then while your guests are stuffing themselves silly at the reception buffet, one of them scampers away to condense the footage into a mini highlights reel.

Later in the evening, preferably before your wedding party has reached peakinebriation levels, you have everyone sit down to watch a preview of the daythat-was.

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A dance to remember:

Your choreographer makes sure your wedding dances become the talk of the town

Choosing the right song

Wedding day gives us some really fond memories that we can cherish all our lives. We always want it to be the best and leave no stone unturned to make it a memorable experience. From the extravagant decor to the stunning wedding dresses to sumptuous food, we spend months preparing for the D-day. And dance remains an integral part of any wedding.

Be it sangeet or cocktail or reception, friends and relatives of the bride

Many a time, song selection goes wrong and may not be that entertaining.

Therefore, a wedding choreographer is much-needed, if only to tell us about the songs which are popular for weddings these days and songs that can keep the audience entertained.

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and groom come together to perform a dance act for the newly married couple. Beacuse not every member of the family may be a good dancer, the choreographer plays a major role here. They fix everyone’s dance moves and make sure the performance is in sync.

The role of a dance choreographer becomes pertinent for any wedding. We list down why a wedding choreographer is a musthave for your D-day.

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Knowing the strength and weakness of the dancing group A choreographer can segregate good dancers and the not-so-good ones, and place them accordingly in the act so that the attention only goes to the people who can dance well, while the others can be in the background.

Giving motivation A lot of times, friends and relatives of the bride and groom take these dance performances lightly and don’t put in so much effort in practising to get the act right. A dance choreoghapher can be motivating in this case, because once they are hired, they make sure that everyone comes for practice sessions, and the act is presented in a professional way. The performers should not be forgetting their steps.

Helps with steps They are always there to tell you about the easy or difficult steps. They assign steps depending on how good or bad the dancers are. Without a choreoghapher, the group might not be able to come up with so many ideas related to the steps.

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Thinking a multicultural wedding? What will you wear?

Stick to the mundane basics or embrace some colourful ethnicity?

Here is a bridal range of ensembles that is tailor-made to cater to all kinds of moods, tantrums and characters that a multicultural wedding is likely to toss up.

Elegance, sophistication and magnificence are the words that Silk and Sparkle featured in this issue evoke. A designer label with an arsenal of handmade fare will give you looks that could kill. You will find one-of a-kind dreamy ethnic Indian pieces — the kind your wardrobe has hardly seen.

From lehengas in the hues of spring, suits in the first blushes of summer, a fascinating repertoire of saris that’ll leave you spoilt for choice, and gowns for the trendsetters to stand out.

Here’s a sneak peek into the latest collection. Flip the pages. Be teased.

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If drama is your thing,

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Look every bit of the royalty that you are in this rich velvet jacket with embellished Chinese collar and ornate buttons.

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This rich deep-purple semi-ethnic ensemble is sure to make you stand out.

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Indulge in classic ethnic cuts and drapes while making a statement. Pastels or bold tones, take your pick.

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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a statement, a wedding needs informed and detailed planning and meticulous attention to every detail. But fret not and stress no more. Wedding planners are here to dispel your wedding prep fears!

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made to meet the desires and dreams of the people involved, in order to make a statement. The role of the wedding planner is to make the event worry-free and unforgettable. Well before the big day, the wedding planner consults with the bride and groom, selects and negotiates with vendors, helps the

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Weddings are the doorway to new beginnings and momentous experiences. This is the reason for the immense emphasis we lay on having a lovely, grand wedding. After all, well begun is half done, isn’t it?

tertainment and other details that a layperson might miss. Wedding planning is a big part of the event management industry: thoroughly professional wedding planners often hold degrees and diplomas from reputable institutes. Wedding planners need a variety of skills in order to do their work well. In addition to understanding budgets and having knowledge of hospitality, they should have the ability to multitask and have good communication and interpersonal skills.

It is natural to want the best wedding possible, but planning and coordinating a wedding event is no easy task.

Most couples do not have the time or know-how to plan their own wedding.

They rely on professional wedding planners. There are many different variations -- from traditional, formal and religious ceremonies to casual, outdoor wedding celebrations. There are always a great many details to coordinate at an important event like a

It is important to have a dedicated wedding planner, especially for a large celebration. A wedding planner who is To set the ball rolling, it is familiar with all the details that need important to acknowledge to be addressed can make the event that all large-scale events, especially weddings, need seem smooth and effortless. Also, exa great deal of backend perienced wedding planners are uneffort that requires rigorous likely to make amateurish mistakes planning. It is equally when planning the wedding. Even admissible that though the idea of a where the wedding is a small gathWedding Planner ering of family and friends, exappeals to perienced wedding planners Experienced everyone, can turn the event into a true to-be-wedded wedding planners celebration with their skills. couples

are unlikely to make amateurish mistakes

often forgo such service for various reasons.

The latter tendency is rarely glimpsed in America, where about 70-80% of brides zero-in on their Wedding Planner as an initial preparatory step. In Australia, on the other hand, the awareness of their importance is just beginning to creep in; only about 15% of brides hire Wedding Planners. This is surprising since Australia is a popular destination for South Asian weddings which are elaborate affairs spanning many days and rituals. The necessity of Wedding Planners at South Asian weddings in Australia is unparalleled.

This is where Eventolog steps in. As Wedding Planners specializing in South Asian weddings in Australia and India, here are some of the ways in which Eventolog is known to add value to your wedding: Peace of Mind – This is the most obvious reasons of all. Given the amount of planning, plotting, and

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wedding. Since even a small glitch can turn into a major emotional crisis, it is important to ensure that the wedding is planned and executed in an able and professional manner.

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Good communication between the wedding planner and the matrimonial couple is vital. The wedding planner must devise a master wedding plan that maps out all the details of the affair, from payment of bills to music and ceremony, all within a reasonable budget.

This includes finding the right florists,

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photographers, caterers, vendors and band or DJ, and negotiating with them for the best deal. Some of the things that a wedding planner can sort out to make the event a success are: • Setting a realistic budget • Showing the best and most original locations for the wedding and reserving dates and venues • Concluding agreements with the vendors and suppliers on behalf of the bride and groom • Creating a protocol that provides clear instructions to everyone involved in the wedding • Creating a timeline for the event Giving out invitations and • tracking responses • Counselling the couple on proper etiquette and trends and acting as their spokesperson Managing the vendors and others • the day of the wedding Helping to plan the honeymoon • trip Wedding Diary / oct 2018

execution an average South Asian wedding requires, outsourcing the management of it all to an expert can be a big relief. As a bride/groomto-be, you do not want the months leading up to your wedding to be an intensely stressful period of making arrangements or taking critical decisions regarding logistics. Assigning this responsibility to Eventolog allows you and your family to bask in the glory of a beautiful wedding, without having to lose much sleep in the process.

Targeted Resourcefulness – Weddings have a typical set of requirements including catering, decoration, and so on. While a lay person may not be able to distinguish one service provider from another, an experienced Wedding Planner can identify trusted vendors for you to choose from. This ensures that you do not have to worry whether your

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Qualified Bridal hair and makeup artist Provides a mobile service arrangements will pan out on D-day or not – you have reliable vendors backed by Eventolog to see it all through!

Email: makeupbynoor.azaz@gmail.com Phone number: 0422451710 Troubleshooting – With any large-scale event, there is always a chance that something may go wrong. In such a situation, the absence of a Wedding Planning may throw you and your family into a panic-ridden crisis and

dampen everyone’s spirit.

But generally speaking, this would not happen if Eventolog is planning your wedding. Firstly, the room for error is minimized. But even in case an unforeseen issue arose, the on-site team members have some troubleshooting tricks up their sleeve which they use whenever crises arise mid-event.

The bottom line is let the experts do the job if you want it done well

The bottom line is, let the experts do the job if you want it done well. Experienced Wedding Planners are far superior at handling the rigmarole of wedding functions than anyone’s family or friends.

So, let Eventolog help you create a memorable wedding experience that you can enjoy in the moment as well as reminisce over for years to ome.

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The picturesque lakes and villas with their old-world vibe make Italy an ideal choice for destination weddings, and a host of celebrities are opting for this peninsula to take their vows!

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taly has become one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the world. And changing the phrase, All roads lead to Rome to All roads lead to Italy won’t be wrong. It is a place where all family members and friends can not only delight in the wedding celebrations, but also enjoy the scenic beauty around. After all, walking down the aisle near the quaint Lake Como can be one-of-its kind experience. The reason why there is so much hullabaloo around Italy now is because a lot of celebrities too chose Italy for their wedding.

A lot of celebrities choose Italy for their wedding

A wedding party at Villa del Balbianello on Lake Como, Italy

A wedding celebration at Varenna town in Lake Como, Italy

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From Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma’s wedding in a villa in Tuscany to Mukesh Ambani’s daughter Isha Ambani’s engagement to Anand Piramal in Lake Como, celebrity destination weddings are proof that marriages are now made in Italy. Places like Tuscany, Florence, Rome and Lake Como have become favourite wedding hotspots. Here are the reasons why Italy is now among the best wedding destinations in the world.

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A couple overlooks Amalfi coast in Positano, Italy A wedding ceremony at Lake Como, Italy

Its natural setting and traditional architecture

A soon-to-wed couple kisses at Lake Como, Italy

Italy is considered as one of the most romantic places in the world. So many poets have written sonnets in awe of the country’s beauty. Tying the knot in a place like this is a dream wedding. The places around are bound to entice the guests as well as the bride and groom.

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The places around are bound to entice the guests as well as the bride and groom

You get amazing wedding photos because of the stunning backdrop The jaw-dropping view is surely going to give your wedding pictures an unforgettable touch. Every time you look at your wedding album, the place will elate you.

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All the villas around the country can be rented.

This makes it easier for people to pick a villa of their choice and make the wedding all the more special.

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Celebrities are taking wedding vows here Be it the amazing backdrop at Amal and George Clooney’s wedding, or the towering fort at Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s nuptials, Italian landscape is what dreams are made of, and people are taking inspiration from these celebs and selecting places in Italy for their D-day.

People are taking inspiration from celebs

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