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Sep 2, 2010 Wedding Planners in the News
No, Queenie Dhody is not getting married. The Style Diva is set to launch a new Wedding-related business in association with Gitanjali Lifestyle. The venture will offer Makeovers to Brides-to-be and Wedding Planning services to Brides, Grooms and their families. Says Mumbai’s Fashion Icon: “Wedding Planning is an Art—and I enjoy the creative process of organising parties and entertaining. While I wouldn’t enjoy organising parties for individuals or corporate houses, I’d love to help families plan and organise the most important day of their lives.” She adds: “But what I enjoy most is giving women a complete makeover— they are so excited to experience something that will give them an all-new look”.
The multi-faceted Queenie’s tryst with style began when she started modelling in her teenage years. In the last decade or so, the former Beauty Queen has dabbled in several style-related endeavours—in 2004 she ventured into the business of skin care and started Skin Essence, a therapeutic skin care line formulated by South Mumbai’s best-kept secret dermatologist Dr Dinyar Workingboxwalla. Around the same time, she worked on the Makeover of Sony TV’s popular star ‘Jassi’ in ‘Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin’. Last year, she opened her store ‘Jewels by Queenie’ and more recently launched a new jewellery line with Gitanjali Lifestyle. She also writes on Fashion & Style for select publications.
With all her work, style and social commitments, how will Page 3’s favourite face find time to meet and design solutions for time-pressed Brides and their families? “Jewellery designing will continue to be my main profession, and for the new makeover and marriage venture, I’ll have with me a team who will take care of execution—so I can concentrate on the style and creative ideas bit”, says Queenie emphasising that her Wedding services will suit clients with varied budgets and style interests. “Me and Mehul Choksi of Gitanjali Lifestyle, will soon announce details on our offering and the customer experience; but clearly our services will not be for super-rich brides or their families alone”
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Sep 2, 2010 Celeb Weddings to Watch out for
The very talented actors Konkona Sen Sharma and Ranvir Shorey are tying the knot. The couple have been living together for a while, but they have always kept their relationship private; the wedding has not been announced and the hush-hush wedding is at the couple’s residence in Goregaon, Mumbai.
Konkona, 31 is the daughter of journalist Mukul Sharma and noted actress and film-maker Aparna Sen. After graduating from St Stephen’s College, Delhi, Konkona embarked on a acting career in Art and Independent films, and her achievements in the genre have established her as one of the leading actresses of contemporary parallel cinema. Ranvir Shorey spent his childhood in Jalandhar and alongwith his friend and co-star Vinay Pathak he was the host of the hugely successful talk show Ranvir Vinay Aur Kaun. He made his Bollywood debut opposite Manisha Koirala in Ek Chotisi Love Story. He has received acclaim for his roles in Dasvidaniya, Singh is King and Pyaar Ke Side Effects.
Besides being a talented actress, Konkona is also a style icon for those who truly appreciate classic Indian fashion and styles. Often seen in earthy Indian colors, and creations with traditional Indian embroidery, Konkona opened the Amrapali show at the India International Jewellery Week wearing a five-row kundan neck piece, armlet, bangles, earrings and a choker. After the show Konkona was quizzed about what she’d like to wear for her own wedding and she responded: “I’ll wear my grandmother’s jewellery and sarees for my own shaadi”. We’re not sure what Konkona has chosen for her Big Day tomorrow, but whatever be her choices, we’re sure she’ll look gorgeous as always, and we wish both Konkona and Ranvir all luck in their lives ahead!
Sep 2, 2010 Bridal Shows & Wedding Exhibitions, Fashion & Bridal Wear
Leading designers Satya Paul and Manish Malhotra brought indian fashion to South Africa with their latest collections at the India Show. Manish Malhotra’s collection titled ‘Celebrations’ was inspired by various eras from the Mughal period to the Rajasthan royalty to contemporary bridal wear. Set in jewel tones and luxurious fabrics like velvets, antique brocades, the collection amalgamates traditional zardosi and thread work with saris, anarkalis, shararas and interpretations of these classics. What can we say, the collection was lustworthy.
Satya Paul’s collection “Zen, Zest, Zip, Zap and Zing” , on the other hand, was, hmm, interesting with plenty of prints and embroidered textures.
Except for these monstrosities! How did these “things” get on the ramp?
Photo Source: iFashion.za
Sep 1, 2010 Bridal Shows & Wedding Exhibitions, Fashion & Bridal Wear
UB City, Bangalore’s super luxury mall is organising a week-long wedding carnival in association with AUDI, between 4th and 12th September. The celebration starts with a By Invitation Bridal Fashion Show on 3rd September where brands like Kimaya, Minawala Jewellers, Paul Smith, Canali, Estee Lauder present their Trousseau Collection. The Designers presenting their collection include Manoviraj Khosala, Raj Shroff and Seema Malhotra. The Grand Finale is by Neeta Lulla.
Visitors to UB City can view the Wedding collection at select stores between 4th and 12th September. Every evening, between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm UB City is organising interactive workshops/ talks on subjects of interest to brides-to-be; Beauty & Make-up, Health & Personal Care, Wedding Planning & Decor, Fashion Trends and Honeymoon Destinations. For workshops details please call UB City on 080-227711488.
Aug 29, 2010 Celeb Weddings to Watch out for
Rajinikanth, India’s highest paid Film Actor is hosting his daughter’s marriage—Soundarya Rajinikanth is marrying Ashwin Ramkumar, a Chennai based businessman. The couple got engaged on 17 February at The Park Sheraton, Chennai and their marriage celebrations are on September 2 and 3 at Chennai’s most opulent Wedding Hall– Rani Meyyammani and Raja Mutthiah Hall.
A host of Political, Bollywood and Hollywood Biggies including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan, Abhishek and Aishwarya Bachchan and Richard Gere are expected to attend Chennai’s Wedding of the Year. According to newspaper reports, the wedding elements and details have been picked by Soundarya who is wearing traditional Kanjeevaram Sarees for all the wedding functions. The Father of the Bride and the staff at his Poes Garden residence are extremely busy overseeing the massive security arrangements—not because the who’s who are attending the weddng, but because its Tamil Nadu’s favourite superstar’s daughter’s wedding; and thousands of super-excited fans are expected to land up on the roads leading to Rani Meyyammani and Raja Mutthiah Hall.
Soundarya studied in Australia and now runs the film production house Ocher Picture Productions. Ashwin completed his Masters at Stanford University and is now involved in his father’s construction business. Rajinkanth and his wife Latha Rangachari (she runs the school The Ashram in Chennai) have two daughters. Their elder daughter Aishwarya is married to actor Dhanush and they have two sons.
Aug 29, 2010 Bridal Shows & Wedding Exhibitions
Sahachari Foundation’s annual exhibition ‘Design One’ is run by eleven women from Mumbai’s most influential business families, Minakshi Bajaj, Sheela Bhogilal, Mala Goenka, Nilima Kilachand, Madhu Ruia and Gauri Pohoomul among others. The Exhibition, now in its second year is at World Trade Centre, Mumbai on 8th, 9th September. At Design One, Brides and their families can look forward to shopping for a host of stuff, not just designer wear but home and lifestyle products, silverware, exotic flowers, gift items and various cuisines too. The participants this year include designers Nikasha Tawadey, Nandita Mahtani, Laila Motwane, Anu Mafatlal, Rakhee Grover Jain, Kanika Mehra, Pooja Hiremath and Madhu Shah.
The other co-founders of Sahachari Foundation (which means Women Walking Together) include Brinda Khatau, Pallavi Kanoria, Parul Choksey, Daksha Mehta and Laxmi Nair. The main aim of the Foundation is to promote India’s culture and tradition, and the profits from Design One, the flagship event go towards supporting several charities.
Thanks to the high profile organisers the show guarantees exhibitors, a visitor profile (read buyers) like no other shopping extravaganza. Says Mallika Singhania, Co-founder of www.indianhanger.com and a regular visitor to exclusive bridal and shopping shows: “In an age when exhibitions are so many in numbers, designers of exquisite wares are extremely selective about where they’d like to participate—‘Design One’ is a much sought-after platform thanks to the highly affluent audience it attracts”.
Jewellery by Crimzon Bijoux and Home Accessories by Tania Deol
Bridal wear by Rakhee Grover Jain
Bridal wear by Nikasha Tawadey
Aug 26, 2010 Bridal Shows & Wedding Exhibitions, Fashion & Bridal Wear, People & Parties
Designers Shane & Falguni Peacock, Malini Agarwalla of ‘Malaga’ and Shaheen Abbas presented a sneak peak of their bridal creations at the bridal showcase hosted by Divya Gurwara at Olive, Mumbai. While Pratima Bhatia and Nisha Jamwval accessorised their look with bags and jewellery from Malaga’s new bridal accessories line, Shane & Falguni dressed models Sanea Shaikh and Shamita Singha in their bridal finery. Suchitra Pillai, Manasi Scott, Namrata Shroff made a statement in stunning silver jewellery from Shaheen Abbas.
The ladies spotted at the event were Ekta Raheja, Poonam Mahajan, Nayantara Thacker, Poonam & Kriti Soni, Alisha Chauhan, Shonali Shroff, Mamta Anand, Mansi Joshi, Delna & Simone Poonawala, Kavita Chougule, Shibani Suri, Kunika Singh amongst many others.
Bridal Asia will take place from 11th- 13th September at Hotel Ashok, New Delhi.
Aug 26, 2010 Celeb Weddings to Watch out for, Fashion & Bridal Wear
A few weeks ago, Mehul Choksi, Chairman of Gitanjali Group in an interview to WeddingSutra had announced his daughter Priyanka’s marriage to Antwerp-based Akash Mehta. His to-be-wed daughter is in the news again, she has just launched her own entrepreneurial venture. Priyanka, has brought to India A.Jaffe, New York’s most sought-after luxury bridal brand and one of America’s oldest bridal jewellery manufacturers. A.Jaffe’s flagship store on Hughes Road, Mumbai will retail Engagement, Wedding and Anniversary rings.
Priyanka herself wears an A.Jaffe engagement ring. What else is the privileged princess picking for her trousseau? “All my wedding wear will be designed by Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. For jewellery shopping I’m planning to visit Delhi, Kolkata, Jaipur and Hyderabad.” She adds: “I’m an accessory freak too—Malaga clutches are my favorite, and the other accessory brands I usually pick when travelling abroad are Chloe, Chanel, Fendi and Jimmy Choo.” And where does she plan to take her fiance for his wedding shopping? “His wear for the different functions may be a mix from different designers– Abu-Sandeep, Raghuvendra Rathore and Krishna Mehta”, she says.
Priyanka and Akash’s wedding is in Jodhpur in December this year.
Aug 26, 2010 Celebrity Wedding Pictures, Fashion & Bridal Wear
Actor/Film Producer Prakash Raj and Bollywood choreographer Pony Verma’s wedding reception at Hotel Sahara Star was a star studded affair. Present were Rani Mukerji and celebrity couples Sridevi and Boney Kapoor, Mandira Bedi and Raj Kaushal, Tannaz and Bhakhtyar Irani. Pony’s rakhi brother cricketer Sreesanth, actors Rohit Roy, Mugdha Godse, Rupali Ganguly, Shama Sikander and dad-daughter duo Govinda and Narmmadaa Ahuja.
The white embellished sarees on these gorgeous ladies gets a yay from us!
More white done right! Gets another yay.
Ayesha’s lehenga is a bit too dressy, Mugdha’s make-up is a bit off, but they still come off looking good.
Couldn’t resist but share these fashion faux pas!
Rani dons a beautiful anarkali ensemble from Sabyasachi. Love the color and she looks gorgeous.
There is no excuse for walking into a wedding event dressed casually. Ladies, keep a change in the car if you are too busy to go home and change.
Wish we had full length photos of these lovelies. That maangtikka is so sweet.
Aug 26, 2010 Marriage & Wedding Trends, Wedding Photographers
Back from your honeymoon! Are your pictures still on your PC or your memory stick? You no longer have a professional photographer at your service but you still have great photos of your trip– memories of those beautiful and precious moments together. Preserve photos from your romantic rendezvous with honeymoon photo books.
Creating a photo book is easy. Pick your favorite pictures, add some captions or interesting short anecdotes. Click here for the Store Locator to find a Photographer/ Store who will help you transform them into a stylishly designed photo book.
COVER AND INSIDE PAGES
Make your memory book unique with your own title and favorite photo on the cover. Spend a little time with the Photographer/ Store to view the different design templates for photo books and select the one you like best. Click here to chose from a variety of Kodak papers to ensure your beautiful memories last a lifetime.
PICKING PHOTOS
If you’re wondering what kind of photos should go in the photo book, remember not every photo needs to go in. Pick the ones that capture the essence of the trip. Every photo need not have both of you. You can have a good mix of couple shots, single portraits and some scenic shots. Or even photos of beautiful buildings or unusual scenes you came across.
Go on, get your honeymoon photo book and you will have a special keepsake of your travel times.
