wedding

How villages keep the spirit of Bengali weddings alive

Authentic holud ceremony in the rural areas of Bangladesh is a completely different splash of colours

#Perspective / Missed moments? Post-wedding photoshoots to the rescue!

A post-wedding photoshoot captures intimate, stress-free moments after the wedding. It offers creative freedom, eliminates time pressure, and helps couples reconnect. Preserve love, emotions, and new memories beyond the big day with unique, personalized photography experiences.

Bangladeshi fashion: No longer the underdog in bridal couture

Bangladeshi fashion has evolved from Bollywood-influenced styles to a thriving industry showcasing heritage fabrics like jamdani and muslin. Brides now embrace local designs, personalised couture, and cultural pride, spotlighting Bangladeshi fashion on the global stage.

#Perspective / Why Dhaka’s weddings feel like Netflix shows in winter

Dhaka’s winter weddings have evolved into extravagant events, resembling multi-episode Netflix series. From over-the-top invitations to elaborate ceremonies and reception spin-offs, these weddings are high-budget productions that captivate and entertain, leaving guests eagerly awaiting the next season.

Aamir Khan’s daughter marries groom who wore a tank top

Aamir Khan's daughter, Ira Khan, tied the knot with her longtime beau and fiancé, Nupur Shikhare, yesterday.

Dressed to impress: 5 celeb-inspired bridal looks you can't ignore

For every bride, the dress is not just fabric and lace; it is a manifestation of dreams spun over a lifetime. The anticipation of that first glimpse in the mirror – adorned in a wedding dress that reflects her soul – is a moment etched in the heart. Celebrity weddings are a constant source of inspiration, showcasing extravagant ceremonies and elegant fashion choices. So, brides-to-be, take note!

Budget Tips: Saving on your wedding day makeup

Here are some tips to help you navigate through wedding makeup on a budget.

#Guides / How to wear your wedding and engagement rings

From ogling and drooling over celebrity engagement and wedding rings, and analysing their carats and shapes, we’ve done it all. However, the exchanging of rings is a deeply traditional gesture and holds personal meaning. But, is there really a right or wrong way to wear the engagement and wedding rings and does it even matter?

Nusrat Jahan Sonia’s journey with henna

Nusrat Jahan Sonia first found her love for henna nearly ten years ago, in 2012. As a young teenager, she was fascinated by intricate mehendi designs and would often try them on her friends and family. With time, this little hobby grew and her interest led her to learn the art as well as the process of making organic henna.

December 25, 2022
December 25, 2022

Wedding attire for millennials

When it comes to wedding attire, millennials may choose to break away from traditional norms and opt for something that reflects their personal style.

December 22, 2022
December 22, 2022

What young people are wearing to weddings this winter

One of the most enjoyable aspects surrounding weddings is definitely the dressing-up part of it.

December 22, 2022
December 22, 2022

Young entrepreneurs in the wedding scene

The growing wedding industry of Bangladeshi is allowing young entrepreneurs to succeed.

December 12, 2022
December 12, 2022

The charm of gold jewellery

Jewellery, especially the ones given at weddings, hold special meanings in their intricate designs. Each piece has its own story to tell. The olden ‘tikli’ (the forehead pendant that had the star and moon designs carved up in red rubies and whitish yellow ‘pukhraj’ or yellow sapphire stones) promotes prosperity, wealth, and marital bliss. The lover’s knot or ‘prem fash’ designed chain holds its meaning in the name. ‘Prem’ in Bengali is love, and ‘fash’ means a grip, so as the name suggests, it is a lover’s grip, a treasured design construed in a bangle or chain given to the beloved as a wedding-night gift.

November 24, 2022
November 24, 2022

The Bengali rickshaw bride: Fashion designer Tasmit Afiyat Arny shattering bridal stereotypes

Being a part of the fashion industry and being deeply rooted in her rich Bengali culture and heritage, Arny has always been passionate about loudly displaying things that narrate her culture. You may recall the time when Shirin Akter Shila walked the ramp in Miss Universe 2019 stunning the audience sporting a red jamdani, green rickshaw hood, and Bengali alphabets for jewellery — a costume that was designed by Arny.

November 20, 2022
November 20, 2022

Safiya Sathi’s Wedding Collection 2022

Safiya Sathi chose to follow what was traditionally accepted back then. As she started her undergrad in Resource Management and Entrepreneurship, she soon realised she was going further away from her actual dream. So, she opted to follow her passion parallelly. She started her journey as a designer through an online page in 2013, and the rest is now history.

November 17, 2022
November 17, 2022

A guide to the perfect wedding gift

Weddings may be an extravagant occasion but that does not mean you cannot find the right gift for the couple and be a part of their special day. The trick to finding the perfect wedding gift lies in customisation; knowing what the couple wants or what can contribute to making their new journey even more memorable. Here we have noted down an easy guide to selecting the perfect wedding gift.

November 17, 2022
November 17, 2022

Curating a wedding dala for anime fans

Here’s a list of surprise items that you can sneak into a wedding dala for anime fans to lighten up their special day.

October 12, 2022
October 12, 2022

Mastering the art of storytelling in wedding photography

Wedding photography is perhaps one of the most difficult things to do. Capturing the most precious moments of the biggest day of someone’s life while ensuring that you are doing justice to them can indeed be a very daunting task. However, Ata Mohammad Adnan has been making the whole process look seamless. An endocrinologist with a passion for photography, Ata has been conveying peoples’ stories to the world through photos for over a decade and with his initiative Reminiscence Photography, he has been immortalising the intimacies and intricacies of Bangladeshi weddings with his lens.

October 11, 2022
October 11, 2022

Bangladesh Wedding Couture Week 2022 (BWCW): Day three wraps up with a glamorous show

The first edition of Bangladesh Wedding Couture Week 2022 came to a graceful end on the evening of 8 October 2022, with the designers showcasing their creations for perhaps the most stylish eve of a wedding, the reception. The BWCW, presented by TRESemmé and driven by Mercedes-Benz, displayed outfits, jewellery, and accessories for the three major days of a wedding: holud, wedding, and reception.