Blink and Miss!!!

The wedding preparations began almost a few months ago. Yet, when I look back now I just can't keep check of the time passed by. And am sure its going to be the same for the coming few days and weeks. There is so much frenzy all around, too many thoughts and words floating everywhere that its impossible to keep a check on the 'present moment'.
Last few months have definitely been a blink and miss affair. Whatever recollections I have of the time gone by, everything revolved around that one big day. I would love to pause for few moments atleast and just soak in every detail and every thought. Alas! There isn't a pause option...

Am feeling the nervous excitement now. Just hope all goes well... :) I would love to know what other girls go through at this time. What is it that you felt/experienced few days before the wedding?? Share your thoughts please!!! I'd love to know... :)

P.S. -Also, Any special tips or do's or dont's for the wedding day - be it make up or hairdo or the outfit..anything... ??

Confused...

I still haven't been able to zero in on my outfit for the Sagan ceremony -- Pink & Silver Anarkali churidaar suit or the Turqoise georgette saree with a hint of pink or the Green brocade saree with a red embroidered border.... Ummmmm!!! Totally Confused... Also wondering about the matching jewellery... Suggestions please someone... !!

Countdown Begins....

Held a puja at home for an auspicious beginning. It was one of the most splendidly beautiful days of my life. I hope and wish the coming days to be as beautiful and smooth. The wedding cards are ready and are being sent out now. Quite a few things have been planned and finalised, a lot more still remain...
I'm not getting much time to sleep or rest, nor to sort out my thoughts at the moment and definitely no time to blog. There are plenty unfinished posts and complicated thoughts but I guess I'll pen them down post wedding....

Purple Palette!

I am hopelessly in love with the color Purple in all its possible shades,,varieties and combinations.... I still haven't got anything purple in my wardrobe.. But surely intend to stock up some lovelies pretty soon like the ones below .... :)

The Wedding Invite!!

I got a beautiful wedding card designed by my cousin's designer friend. It had an awesomely beautiful big floral motif with a ganpati placed in the centre, lovely strings made up of flowers & leaves in the background. Unfortunately, due to some technical and other reasons it did not materialise. :(
I am still feeling sad about it coz a whole lot of time, effort and emotions went into the making of that card.
Anyhow, visited a few card shops over the weekend and finalised on the wedding card design and text yesterday, alongwith matching wedding stationery. :)

ਲਖ ਖੁਸੀਆ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀਆ ਜੇ ਸਤਿਗੁਰੁ ਨਦਰਿ ਕਰੇਇ ॥
Lakh Khushiyan Paatshahian je Satguru Nadr Kare ||
Millions of princely pleasures are enjoyed,
if the True Guru bestows His Glance of Grace.

Footwear Fetish!!!

Wherever I go to shop, I go completely crazy checking out all the footwear stores & collections. Have already purchased a good number of pairs for myself but am still craving for more... ;)
Just can't stop drooling over all these fabulous shoes & sandals... Ummmmmm!!!!

Bejeweled

A lazy Sunday!!!

Am really tired with all the shopping & hopping from one place to another.... and decided to take a break and spend a lazyyyyyyyyyyy Sunday at home :) Am so going to miss the warmth of my home and all the years that I'v spent here. :(

As the D-day draws closer I'm filled with so many thoughts & emotions and I desperately wish to pen them down but just not getting enough tym for it... Let me laze around a bit more and get back with more posts very soon...

Ohh btw, Thanks Sovina for recommending those shops. Will visit them soon & hopefully pick up more stuff. Any other stores that are on your highly-recommend list, do let me know :D

Buzzing with Activity!!!

Wedding shopping & preparations are on in full swing... Two months to go!!! The lists are getting lengthier by the day and no matter how much work is accomplished I still feel am wayyyyyyy behind schedule..

I still haven't booked a place for my bridal make-up & mehendi. Am still confused about which make-up studio to pick. Each person I consult comes up with their own recommendations & suggestions. But I gotto take the final call.

Delhi is considered to be the mecca for shopping especially the bridal works. But I am sorry to say that I am somewhat disappointed with what the markets have to offer. Either my taste is remarkably different from the rest of the world or I am not going to the right places. Definitely need some good advice here!! Anyone?????? Specifically am looking for some good churidaar kameez & footwear options!!

the holy threads of matrimony....

Success in marriage does not come merely through finding the right mate, but through being the right mate.

Chains do not hold a marriage together. It is threads, hundreds of tiny threads which sew people together through the years.

A long marriage is two people trying to dance a duet and two solos at the same time.

Marriage is not a noun; it's a verb. It isn't something you get. It's something you do. It's the way you love your partner every day.

Love is in the air.... :)

Not much activity these days on the shopping front, however, there is a lot of action on various other aspects...

• Looking at options for Wedding day make-up, Mehndi..
  
• Working on the designs for the wedding card
• Finalising the list of invitees and invitation cards
• Bookings for the Hotel and travel
  
• Hunting for a good boutique/tailor for the wedding & other outfits....can't take a risk here.

Sarees!!!!!!!!!

As I mentioned in the previous post, I picked up two beautiful sarees for myself :) One is in a beautiful turquoise blue color with phulkari embroidery on it in much brighter colours of pink & rust..
Here are some images of Phulkari work --

"Phulkari, meaning flower work, is a spectacular style of embroidery peculiar to Punjab, and an essential part of everyday life. Almost every ceremony in which women participate is given a touch of addi-tional colour and richness by the use of Phulkari on account of its being considered auspicious and a sign of 'Sohag'.
The embroidery of phulkari and bagh is done in long and short darn stitch, which is created into innumerable designs and patterns. It is the skilful manipulation of this single stitch that lends an interesting and characteristic dimension to this needlework. While the stitch itself is uncomplicated, the quality of the phulkari depends upon the size of the stitch. The smaller the stitch, the finer the embroidery. total effect is that of floral magnificence. It is essentially a feminine craft and very domestic in all its essential features. It is an art because of its capacity to give satisfaction through design and blending of harmonious colours..."





The other saree is a bright green colour on a brocade type fabric, with thick embroidered borders and an embroidered pallu and a whole lot of mirror work.












I'm quite happy with the purchases and so much so that I'm planning to wear one of the sarees for the Sagan ceremony.. :)
The much bigger task accomplished last week was selecting sarees for Mom.... When it comes to shopping there isn't anyone like her in the whole world. Coz she must be the only woman who dislikes shopping, for the simple reason that she doesnt have a choice of her own..can never decide what to purchase and what no to and on top of that she is fussy about fabrics, colors and everything else related that one can think of.. :) So its either Dad or me who has to buy things for her. We definitely love doing it for her but it does get quite irritating, at the same time funny when Ma makes faces for anything & everything that we choose. Anyhow, from whatever limited options available for her we bought a few things and I just hope they all look good on her..

Back with a Bang!!!!

Coming back to the blog after a month now... Actually there wasn't much to talk about since the shopping had been put on hold... Last week I visited the bylanes of Chandni chowk and the crowded Karol Bagh and it was quite an experience.
I'd gone just to get some more idea about the options available but ended up purchasing my wedding outfit and few sarees... :) Phew!! it certainly wasn't easy...

Kinda rushed now... Will post more on this & my shopping escapades later!! Ciao!!

Updates!!

Here I am with some more updates... Shopping & wedding preparations are moving at snail's pace. I know I'm going to end up with a really tough time in the end. But I just can't help it.. There are too many things to take care of...

I have managed to pick up a couple of footwear options from Gurgaon. Also purchased a nice mid-sized purse from myself and I have my eyes set on another one... something on the lines of the bags available here... http://pantaloon.futurebazaar.com/Catalog/Womenswear/Handbags/1003264/1/12

Bought a couple of t-shirts & tidbits from here & there. I was rather disappointed to see a terrible collection of western outfits at most of the outlets here. Anyhow, the hunt is on...

Happy Valentine's Day!!!!!

My dearest Nonu, I dedicate this song to you.... and the longing to be with you that I experience each & every moment... Wish & pray that the sacred bond of matrimony tie us together for life, never ever to drift apart!!

I Love You sooooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!

Anxiety Attack - Part I

5 months... 150 days to go!!!!!!!!!! Reason enough for an anxiety attack...
Little time left and a whole lot to day... Arrangements, Shopping, More lists & finalizations.. Meanwhile, I also wanted to work on my own grooming -- need to lose weight, stabilize myself on d health front and try to look my bestest ever on dat day and even the years to come.. Phewwww!!!

Its going to be an almost new lease on life for me...a brand new chapter in a different city, surroundings and a new family :) I wish to make it the most special experience for myself... Of course everyone dreams of a blissful & beautiful married life...so do I...
But more than that I also wish to make up for so much that I have missed out on, for all that I have lost. Most importantly, I now want to be the person I've always wanted to be...a happier brighter & more confident individual. :) I know I can begin this transformation now, with this very moment - certainly dont need five months for it. So am starting right away... But ya, for the rest of d stuff, I hope 5 months are more than enough.

Seekho Na!!! ;)

An amazingly beautiful romantic song matched with an equally stunning video!!

"Seekho Na, Nainon ki bhasha piya..
Keh rahi tumse yeh khamoshiyaan.." ;)

Clutches & Potlis...

I am basically looking for a Clutch bag for the wedding or prewedding functions. Have already purchased a large handbag and a couple of small-tiny purses and was gifted a cute wallet by my bro. :) The only source of confusion here is if I'm going to need a clutch on the D-day or not...

Here are some clutches that I really liked...Wish I could have them all............ :P

My cousin suggested that instead of a clutch, I opt for an ethnic potli bag with nice bead work. Something like these...