In our #KnowYourVendor series, we bring to you Nida Nazir, popularly known as Makeup Shakeup girl. Tell us something about yourself My name is Nida Nazir and I am 25 years old. I am a Law student, a makeup artist, and a designer. I did my schooling from Presentation Convent High School and currently, I am […]
This Store in Kashmir Sells Amazing Tilla Clutches
Tilla has always been part of a bride’s wardan or trousseau. But only in the form of apparels such as suits, shawls, and pherans. Rarely, we see it on other things even though there is no restriction on its use. Fortunately, looks like things are changing. We spotted a cool Instagram account that sells beautiful […]
9 Beautiful Locations for Pre and Post Wedding Shoots in Kashmir
Photographs have become an inseparable part of our lives – both in physical and digital formats. Earlier, photographs were only taken on the wedding day. But with the growth of social media, every moment needs to be captured – even if it’s before or after the wedding. Couples seek exotic locations to not only make […]
Here’s Your Guide for Kashmiri Bride Trousseau (Wardan) List
Congratulations! A little birdie told us you got engaged. As soon as the ‘thaph’ phase starts getting over, it must have hit you that it’s time to start preparing for the wedding and the wardan. The wardan or the trousseau includes the items that the Kashmiri bride takes to her new home after her wedding. […]
Everything You Need to Know About A Kashmiri Wedding: The Complete Guide
When you think about Kashmir, the things that come into your mind are its cool weather, Srinagar’s serene shikara rides and the floating market of Dal Lake. The list continues with the majestic mountains and the lush green valleys which resemble white and green sapphires embedded in a crown. Everyone who knows about this paradise […]
Know Your Vendor: Makeup Artist Zoha Wani from Makeovers By Zoha
Tell us something about yourself My name is Zoha Wani. I have done PG in MSW(Masters in Social work). I’m a freelance makeup artist specializing in beautiful bespoke bridal makeup, special events, photo shoots & corporate functions. I also share my expertise by providing private and group consultations & lessons. Have you done any course […]
7 Amazing Stores to Buy Wedding Lehenga in Kashmir
“Khandar” has always been a dream. Like seriously, we all think of getting married one day. Of course, not for the different life ahead but for all those new clothes, lehnga, jewelry, shoes, makeup, and what not. Selecting the wedding dress has been a lifelong process for many of us. It’s the one day where […]
List of Kashmiri Middleman (Manzimyoer)
A manzimyoer (middleman) or manzimyarin (middlewoman) is a person who connects two families in an arranged marriage in Kashmir. Here are some of them who are active in Kashmir. Click on them for contact details. Abdul Wahab Ali Mohd Sofi Ali Mohd Abdul Kabir Abdul Salam Abdul Rashid Bakir Farooq Ahmad Farooq (Pattan) Ghulam Mohammad […]
11 Elegant and Unique Mehandi Cakes to Inspire You
One of the essential pre-wedding ceremonies in a Kashmiri wedding is the mehandi ceremony. On the mehandi day (or raat), the bride and other girls apply mehandi aka henna on their hands. The ceremony takes place for the groom too in which mehandi is applied on his little finger. The mehandi ceremony is incomplete without […]
8 Cool Ways to Reuse Your Old Wedding Cards
8 Cool Ways to Reuse Your Old Wedding Cards Kashmir is a stupendous place with a massive population. Weddings take place every now and then, and so the reception of wedding cards is quite frequent. Sadly, the leftover bundle of cards, which were chosen so diligently and meticulously become an eyesore after the extravagant event. […]