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Tips To Buy A Perfect Saree Online Or From A Local Store

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Saree is indeed one of the most elegant wear for women. Not only saree draping is an art but also its shopping needs a special care. In order to buy a perfect saree for a particular occasion or just like that, one should keep in mind the following important things.

Weather
If you are too picky about weather then follow these basic rules:

Pure silk are best for winters.
Cotton saree will help you feel fresh during summer.
Synthetic saree are good for rainy seasons for the simple reason they tend to dry fast.

Occasion
All women have a good sense of styling. Still saree can be categorized as per occasion too

Heavy embroidered and designer sarees are best suited for weddings, semi-formal occasions or celebrations.
Less embroidered can be chosen for parties and other celebrations.
For casual occasions sober sarees should be bought.

Designs & Patterns
There is however no hard and fast rule to select saree as per design and pattern. All sarees look good on every woman if worn properly. And one should always go for ones choice. Whatever one feels good in.

Georgette, chiffon and silk sarees can be opted to look slimmer.
Cotton, tissue and tussar fabrics can help thinner women to look a bit fuller.
Big borders can help taller women to conceal some inches.
While thin borders or no borders can add some inches to your height.

Color
The above rule applies here too. Always go with your heart. Truth is there is no limit to experimenting, if you have a favorite color or may be know your loved ones favorite then go for it. Still the following are the basic rules:

Dark skin women should go for dark colors.
For the fairer complexion you have the range from pastel to brighter shades.

Finishing up the Saree

The bottom edge of the saree needs an additional inside border stitched called fall. This should match the base color of the saree. It will keep your saree in shape once you have draped it and also prevent it from getting damaged.
If saree ends are unfinished they need to finely stitched known as pico or edging to give it a perfect finish.

Matching Petticoat and Blouse
Saree is worn with matching petticoat (inner skirt worn below the saree) and blouse (upper garment). The following things should be kept in mind about them

The petticoat should ideally be of the same base color as of the saree.
Rich net sarees mostly comes with matching shimmer petticoat fabric.
If the blouse is to be cut from saree it shouldnt affect saree width.
Their fitting is also very important. So if you are buying them online read the instructions of taking measurements to get them stitched carefully.
Also look for the customization of blouse and petticoat if you are buying saree online. Also dont go by just with the image of blouse shown there on site. Clarify whether you will get the exact design or not.

Innovative and Designer Sarees
The innovative saris (lehenga pattern, ready pleats etc.) differ only in pattern and design from the usual sari that we come across. If you are not sure about draping the sari then these are the saris for you. They are easy to drape and manage whilst looking gorgeous and elegant. Clarify your all queries e.g. how to wear them before you buy such sarees.

Online Buying
Now if you are buying a sari online for the first time consider the following points too:

As a buyer you should look for maximum information available about the sari (colour, combination, pattern, embroidery, length, material) or simply ask for them using live support, mail etc.
Look for enlarged images of the saree which gives an understanding of the material.
Consider the customization, shipping, postage and packing costs to determine the right price.
A secure way of paying should be there.
Check privacy statement.
Make sure you know the traders full address.
Read the refund and return policies.
You should be sure that the store has refunds or exchange option in case you didnt like the saree or any of its customizations after the delivery.

Check Your Saree Thoroughly Once Its Delivered to You
To avoid any kind of issue make sure you check the following things in your saree as soon as you get it delivered so that you can ask for alteration or refund. However most of them applies equally when you buy saree from a local store.

Always ensure yourself about the optimum length of a saree. Shorter sarees can not make enough pleats (min 5-7) which in turn do not grant the so much appreciated grace of a saree. The average length of a sari is 5.5 m, and its width is approximately 1.5 m. (Note: Some designer sarees like lehenga pattern use to be short as they dont require pleats)
If you are very tall, check that if its enough wider.
If you are going to get the blouse stitched by yourself and have bought a saree that contains extra cloth for making a blouse, always ensure to measure the sarees length after deducting at least one meter cloth from it.
When buying embroidered sarees, see there are no broken threads in between.
Check fall and pico are in place.
Ensure flitting of blouse and petticoat.

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Etiquette Related To Wearing Of White By The Groom And Groomsmen

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Wearing of white outfit during weddings is part of the tradition; however, few modifications are made when we talk of the groom or the groomsman. They are free to wear white provided that the following guidelines are followed: be sure to stand out with white, wear white with caution, wearing white should not distract others attention, and pick other shades of white.

Wearing white-colored suit during a wedding is based on our tradition, which is symbolic of many things. For many, it may mean purity of heart and chastity, while for others like to relate it with elegance. Here are some of the rules related to wearing of white by the groom and the groomsman:

Be sure to stand out with white

Since the bride is not the only one who deserves the center of attraction, the groom can also wear white suit like tuxedo to make him stand out from the crowd. White is a radiant color that is capable of reflecting and shining brightly when worn in the presence of lights. Wearing of white suit will create a beautiful glow that can catch ones attention. Aside from white, black and gray are the recommended colors because they project elegance and sophistication.

Wear white with caution

The role of the groomsman is to assist the groom as much as possible during the wedding ceremony up to the reception area. He is an important figure who contributes a lot for the success of the wedding vow. However, it doesn’t mean that his presence would take away the attention the groom deserves. You should not outshine the groom by wearing a suit that is somewhat similar to his. This will lead the attendees out of focus if the groomsman will wear stunning attire.

Wearing white should not distract others attention

Wearing the traditional attire, which is white color, is not really a problem. The decision still depends on the preference of the couple. As long as the attire does not distract others attention, one can wear white but definitely with a style that is not that conspicuous. Do not mislead the guests as to who the groom is by wearing incomparable attire.

Pick other shades of white

If you really feel that there is a need for the groomsmen to wear white suits, pick a shade that is a little lighter or a bit darker than white. This may occur when traditions dictate you to do so, wherein you are left with no choice but to follow. The alternative colors may include off-white, cream, dirty white, and eggshell – all are shades of white. This is to help the guests differentiate the groom from the groomsmen. You must always remember that the wedding day is his day and not yours; therefore, give him a chance to shine on this very day. Give him the privilege to receive all the applause that is due to him.

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Unforgettable Jokes For Wedding Reception Speech

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You might hear the ghost of Jack Parr chortling, guffawing if you use these one-liners in your wedding day speech. These brief pieces of comedy are time-honored ways to liven up a speech. Groomed for appropriateness, you can safely include one or more of these in your speech or toast.

1. Marriage is a thing, which puts a ring on a woman’s finger and two under the man’s eyes.

2. Marriage is a 3-ring circus: engagement ring, wedding rink and suffering.

3. Marriage is not a word, it’s a sentence…a life sentence.

4. Never marry a man for money. You will have to earn every penny.

5. Love is blind, but marriage is a real eye-opener

6. A man said his credit card was stolen but he decided not to report it because the thief was spending less than his wife did.

7. It’s not true that married men live longer than single men. It just seems like it.

8. I haven’t spoken to my wife in 18 months…I don’t like to interrupt her.

9. A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man.

10. A man is incomplete until he is married. After that, he is finished.

As you reviewed these, you probably had a stronger reaction to some than others. It is best to chose one or two, rather than try and deliver a stand-up comedy on the day of the wedding. Even just using one as opening break-the-ice humor might make your speech successful. Hearing the laughter from the guests may dissolve your jitters and improve your speech from the get-go.

It is true that humor relaxes people – both you and many of the wedding guests. You’ll sense their approval by hearing their enjoyment.. And who doesn’t like to put a smile on the faces of the bride and groom on their special day. It is a happy occasion where you want to see a room full of smiling people.

These jokes are inoffensive and general enough be off-putting, but you should still take care to end your speech on a note of sincerity and with an expression of sincere good wishes for the new husband and wife.

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Bachelorette Party Games Suggestions For A Classy Celebration

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Marriage is one of the most solemn and life-changing rite of passage a woman would undergo. But that does not mean that she cant enjoy her last day as a single woman with friends. If anything, it is a must that she indulges in their company, as well as some bachelorette party games in order to build up excitement and prevent pre-wedding jitters. But a maid-of-honor has to be careful when planning these things, because they could potentially have negative physical implications on the wedding party if taken out of control. For classy bachelorette party games suggestions, you can refer to the list below:

Trivia games Do some research on the bride, groom and their relationship with each other, and have the entourage guess the answers, either individually or in teams. Set up questions that are quirky and obscure like her pet peeves, that weird romantic moment with her husband-to-be and perhaps, her past romantic blunders, and see who among the contestants know a lot. Obviously, the person who gets the most answers correct wins. For prizes, you can distribute chocolates, a bottle of wine or underwear, as bridesmaids are known to be as lucky as the bride in weddings. The objective of this game is to reinforce the presence of moral support for the relationship and to boost the brides confidence in what she intends to go through the day after her wedding.

I never This is a simple game. Chosen members of the entourage, if not all, will be given a series of scenarios in which they will admit to doing or never doing through taking shots. No one wins in this game, but it is still fun, nevertheless, as the game can be revealing. As an organizer, you have to be very creative at what you present, so you dont waste time with boring details. The advantage of doing this activity is that you can strengthen peoples bonds and let them get to know each other more. To save the people from getting drunk and knocked out easily, you might want to serve light drinks instead of tequila or beer.

Scavenger hunts To splash some fun controversy into the party, you can separate guests into smaller groups and put together a scavenger hunt of any item related to the couple, which guests will present to the bride once they have found an item. The team who gets the most items wins, of course, and you can have them choose any one of the treasures to keep. It would certainly be fun if you can actually get them to go outside the venue and search for the items in neighboring facilities. They (and especially you and the bride) would definitely get a kick out of carrying a life-size bride and groom doll in public. It can be a bit noisy, but, you can still consider it part of the classy bachelorette party games list.

Wedding gown creation Lastly, split the party guests into teams. Using tissue paper, have them create wedding gowns for the bride in under ten minutes. Afterwards, have them showcase their finished products and get the bride to judge. Allow them to use whatever they find in the venue as accessories. This should certainly be interesting and amusing to watch.

Bachelorette party games should not be uptight and formal, because that would defeat their purpose, but, you can keep it at a certain level of refinement through your mechanics and tools.

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The Symbolic Wedding Veil

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The symbol of the wedding veil has been permanently tied to a tradition that the bride and groom not see each other the day of the wedding. The tradition holds that it is bad luck. The symbol of the bride’s veil is actually part of the old traditions when marriages were prearranged, often before they were even born. The bride would be kept away from the groom for her entire life. On the day they were to be married, she would wear a veil so that her face is not revealed until after they have been legally declared as husband and wife. This is so the groom will not see the bride and possibly change his mind. While this custom was terribly degrading for the bride, it was not customary to tell women how beautiful they are and not buildup their esteem. It was just another form of repression in those cultures.

There is another culture in Eastern Europe that is steeped in the people’s superstitions. The people of old were terribly frightened of demons and evil spirits. It is said that these evil spirits would be jealous of a newly married couples attempt at happiness through marriage. Spirits cannot do what the living do and it makes them extremely angry. The bride would be veiled from the moment she arose on the day of her wedding. The veils back then were huge, billowy, and much thicker than today’s sheer fabrics. She would eat, dress, and do everything disguised under her veil so that evil spirits could not recognize her and torment her before she could be married. The veil was only lifted after they were married and therefore protected by her husband and by God.

The wedding veil was also said to be the funeral shroud. For this reason, a woman would make the veil before she was married. It was long enough to wrap her body in on the day of her death. This would prevent the evil spirits from recognizing her as she crossed from this world to the next. Women lived in great fear in those days and while this sounds morbid, a woman’s veil turned shroud was of great comfort to her. When I girl was old enough to sew, she would begin making her veil with the help of her mother or grandmother. By the time she was married, it would be long enough to serve both purposes.

Another symbol and tradition was that the wedding veil was supplied by the husband. It is what he used to capture is bride. The groom would pick the woman he wanted and sneak up on her, throwing the veil over her and carrying her away. She wore it until after she was married so that no one would recognize and attempt to rescue her.

The wedding veil and the wedding kiss are also tied together in symbolism. The wedding veil is pushed back after they are pronounced man and wife but in some places, this did not conclude the service. The bride and the groom had to then consent to a kiss before it was legal. Since the bride could not see her husband very well and in some cases, the husband never saw the bride until he lifted the veil, it was a moment of extreme anxiety as to whether they would both consent to the kiss. It was very often the happiest or saddest moment of the entire affair. The wedding gifts were often money in those days and the groom would be counting on the monetary gain. He would also be out any wedding accessories he would have had to purchase up to this point. That means that it was a more crucial moment for the groom than for anyone else.

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