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Tips on Hiring the Perfect Indian Wedding Vendors
Tips on Hiring the Perfect Indian Wedding Vendors

It’s one of the most significant and emotional days of your life, and its your moment in the spotlight, so of course you only want the best in the business surrounding you on your big day.  Here are a few practical tips to keep in mind to ensure that you cross all your T’s and dot all your I’s before signing on the dotted line.

Spotlight Vendor: Fandango Studios
Spotlight Vendor: Fandango Studios

IndianWeddingSite.com presents the highly sought after cinematographers at Fandango Studios. With a personal goal to never make two films that are anything alike, Fandango Studios guarantees to deliver a film that is uniquely your own. Find out more about the team and view some of their wedding highlights in our Vendor Spotlight.

Spotlight Vendor: House of Talent Studio
Spotlight Vendor: House of Talent Studio

IndianWeddingSite.com presents leading photography studio, House of Talent Studio. This team has perfected the delicate balance of artistic and traditional photography styles to cater to both the couples and their families. Find out more about their background and check out some of their favorite pictures.

Spotlight Vendor: My Wedding Lounge
Spotlight Vendor: My Wedding Lounge

My Wedding Lounge is the first South Asian wedding center located in New Jersey. This one stop shop offers a wide range of wedding related services, all under one roof. Find everything from your photographer to your caterer during an appointment with Sam Jain at My Wedding Lounge.

Spotlight Vendor: Borrow it Bindaas
Spotlight Vendor: Borrow it Bindaas

Borrow It Bindaas is one of the only Indian online boutiques that lets you borrow or buy exquisite clothing and accessories at a fraction of the cost! It is filled with must haves ranging from Saris to Clutches, so you never have to worry about repeating an outfit again!

Guide: Booking a Reception Venue
Guide: Booking a Reception Venue

Not all reception venues can fulfill the needs of an Indian wedding. Couples may need special privileges to hire an off-site caterer, or just need larger event space to cater to their large guest list. Read on and find every question you need to ask at a potential Indian wedding reception venue.

Spotlight Vendor: Damion Edwards Photography
Spotlight Vendor: Damion Edwards Photography

IndianWeddingSite.com is excited to present Damion Edwards, an extremely talented and experienced photographer available for your Souh Asian wedding. Read on to find out more about his photographic style and view some of his favorite bridal images.

Guide: Ordering Wedding Invitations
Guide: Ordering Wedding Invitations

Wedding invitations set the tone of your wedding as they are the first hint your guests get. Invitations can be purchased in person, on-line, or via other methods. Some couples choose to take a trip to India and order invitations from there, others prefer being able to meet with local invitation designers.

Guide: Hiring a Hair Stylist
Guide: Hiring a Hair Stylist

Finding the right hair stylist is an essential task for your wedding day. With multiple attire changes also come multiple styles that need to be created for your hair. Follow the steps below to find a stylist who will be able to set your hair perfectly - whether it's worn under a dupatta or not.

FAQ: Hiring a Hair Stylist
FAQ: Hiring a Hair Stylist

As with any other vendor, you want to make sure you ask all of the right questions before you sign on the dotted line. Read on to find a list of frequently asked questions for your potential wedding day hair stylist.

Guide: Hiring a Makeup Artist
Guide: Hiring a Makeup Artist

Lights, Camera, Action! The wedding day is when all eyes will be on you and your glowing face. Ensure that you hire a make-up artist who will work with you to create a look that you, and the camera, will love. Follow the steps below to begin the process of hiring a makeup artist for your Indian wedding.

Guide: Hiring a Cake Designer
Guide: Hiring a Cake Designer

Remember to do your research and meet with multiple cake designers before you make your final decision. Set up appointments close together so the other meetings are fresh in your mind. Do your research in advance so you are prepared for the meeting.

Vendor Spotlight: Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants
Vendor Spotlight: Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants

IndianWeddingSite.com had the chance to talk with one of the country’s premier wedding and event coordinators, Sonal Shah of Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, LLC.  SJS Events provides planning services to couples nationwide. Learn more about this team here.

Indian Wedding Planners - A Primer
Indian Wedding Planners - A Primer

As South Asian weddings grow larger, longer and just more ornate, there is a growing need for wedding planners. These days, a wedding planner can be a blessing in disguise. Most brides-to-be are busy working women who have limited free time to spend on their wedding plans. It is at this time that a planner can step in and help take over some of the responsibilities.

Vendor Spotlight: Shaadi Presentations
Vendor Spotlight: Shaadi Presentations

IndianWeddingSite.com recently had the chance to speak with the brains and creative force behind Shaadi Presentations, Geeta Mathur. Shaadi Presentations offers one-of-a-kind personalized Indian wedding favors, cake toppers, trousseau packaging and more.

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IWS TIP :  Buy or create a cardholder for your reception so no cards are lost or misplaced. . . . If you are having a Mehndi night, have your own mehndi started an hour before the guests arrive. . . . If you are having a traditional Sangeet and singing folk songs, create a booklet of songs so everyone can follow along. . . Schedule a hair and makeup trial at least 2 months prior to the wedding. . . Having your reception on a Friday or Sunday will significantly reduce your cost. . . Block off hotel rooms for your guests and let them know the hotel information in advance. . . Register in at least 2 different stores to accommodate all guests. . . . Create programs with a translation of your wedding ceremony. . . Create a specialty drink at your reception that goes with your theme or represents your honeymoon. . . Display your engagement pictures at your wedding or reception. . . Make sure your passport is renewed and you have a visa for your honeymoon if outside of the U.S. . . Set up an airline discount for your out-of-town guests . . . Have a final fitting with all wedding outfits and jewelry 2 weeks before the wedding. . . Have your engagement ring cleaned 1 week before the wedding for maximum sparkle. . . Prepare an emergency kit for the day of the wedding - read our article for details. . . Have a facial done a month before the wedding and again 2-3 days before. . . Have your manicure done before you have your mehndi done.

 

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