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Celeb Wedding, Honeymoon, Magazine, wedding destination, Wedding planning

A Symphony of Luxury and Celebration: Weddings at Al Habtoor City, Dubai

In the heart of Dubai, where grandeur meets grace, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection stands as an iconic destination for couples seeking a wedding that embodies elegance, sophistication, and personalized charm. From breathtaking venues overlooking the Dubai Water Canal to bespoke services that bring every love story to life, the property has redefined the art of luxury weddings. In this exclusive conversation, Soufiane El Allam, Complex Commercial Director at Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, shares how the destination blends innovation, culture, and world-class hospitality to craft unforgettable celebrations that are as timeless as they are spectacular. What makes Al Habtoor City the ultimate choice for a luxury wedding in Dubai?Al Habtoor City offers an exceptional combination ...
Magazine, Wedding planning

Personalization at Play: Designing Weddings That Tell a Love Story

Gone are the days when weddings were copy-paste spectacles — grand, yes, but often indistinguishable from one another. Today’s couples are rewriting the rules, infusing every detail of their celebration with meaning, memory, and a touch of mischief. This is the era of personalization at play — where design becomes storytelling, and every corner whispers a piece of your love story. Think of it as the most beautiful form of autobiography — told not through words, but through experiences. A monogram that borrows from your initials and your favourite travel destination. Table settings that carry poems exchanged during your first year together. A cocktail named after the city where you said “I love you.” This new wave of personalization isn’t just aesthetic — it’s emotional architecture....
Beauty edition, Magazine

Skin Like Silk: Ayurvedic Rituals & High-Tech Beauty for Winter Brides

Winter weddings have their own kind of magic — the soft light, the velvety air, the promise of romance in every breath. But with the glow of the season comes a secret battle every bride knows too well — dry skin, dullness, and that desperate need for radiance that feels effortless, not engineered. Enter the new era of bridal skincare — a luxurious duet between ancient Ayurveda and futuristic beauty science. Today’s brides are no longer choosing between the wisdom of tradition and the innovation of technology; they’re blending both — seamlessly, indulgently, and intelligently. Pre-wedding beauty rituals now begin months in advance with dosha-balancing treatments, ubtan-infused massages, and rosewater compresses straight out of Ayurvedic handbooks. Meanwhile, clinics and lu...
Food, Magazine

Not Your Nani’s Thali: Gourmet Festive Menus With a Modern Spin

The festive season is here — and with it, a new culinary language that’s rewriting the rules of tradition. Move over, heavy silver thalis stacked with predictable favourites. This season, India’s top chefs and catering artists are plating nostalgia with a modern twist — think inventive, indulgent, and unapologetically chic. Welcome to the new-age festive menu — where heirloom recipes meet haute gastronomy. The idea isn’t to abandon tradition, but to elevate it. Imagine ghee-roasted makhana tossed with truffle oil, payasam laced with sea salt caramel, or chaats served in martini glasses, layered with textures and memories. It’s comfort food with couture confidence. Across India’s wedding circuit and intimate festive dinners, the trend is unmistakable — heritage, but make it gourmet. M...
Fashion, Magazine

Pop-Ups & Private Showings: The Secret World of October Bridal Shopping

There’s something about October that makes the bridal world come alive — quietly, luxuriously, and often, behind closed doors. As the wedding season inches closer, the air is thick with anticipation, exclusivity, and that magical sense of discovery that only a bride-to-be can truly understand. Forget the typical boutique browsing. This is the season of by-appointment-only unveilings, couture pop-ups, and private trunk shows — where champagne flows as freely as design conversations, and each gown is more than a garment; it’s an emotion in motion. Across India’s fashion capitals, from Mumbai’s heritage studios to Delhi’s design dens, October becomes the month when the real bridal fashion stories unfold. Designers unveil capsule collections that never make it to the gram, accessible onl...
Diwali, Magazine, Staycation, Travel, Trending

Luxury Staycations to Feel Home Away From Home on Diwali

Who says Diwali magic can only be found at home? This festive season, trade the chaos of last-minute hosting for the calm of curated luxury. Think candle-lit courtyards, bespoke menus, and suites that feel like a warm embrace, where every detail whispers indulgence and every moment glows with quiet celebration. These luxury staycations are designed for those who crave the spirit of Diwali, minus the stress, wrapped in the comfort of a five-star escape that still feels intimately like home. Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center Located in the heart of Whitefield, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center offers an ideal Diwali retreat for those seeking a festive break without leaving the city. With its spacious rooms...
Diwali, Fashion, Festival, Magazine

Diwali Ensembles That Make a Statement

This Diwali, let your style speak before you do. Think fluid silks that catch the light just right, embroidery that tells stories of craft, and silhouettes that move between tradition and modernity with effortless grace. These aren’t just festive outfits—they’re declarations of individuality, designed for the woman who lights up every room she walks into. Cream Silk Printed Mandarin Collar Slim Fit Kurta This exquisite piece of craftsmanship comes from our Ethnic Splendor collection. Bring home a piece of modern Indian aesthetic, reflecting printed crafts. MRP: ₹2,999/- Strappy Kurta with Farshi Shalwar By JOVI INDIA  The fabric is soft mulmul, dyed in deep neer royal blue colour. It’s detailed with gotta jharokha that shines like Jaipur’s sun-kissed ...
Diwali, Home, Magazine, Trending, Wedding Vows

Spruce Up Your Home For This Diwali- Trending Picks

Diwali is all about light, warmth and style. This year, the decor trends are striking a balance between luxe glam and earthy authenticity. Think rich textures, artisan details, colours that glow, and sustainable touches. Here’s how to get the vibe right — plus curated picks to make it happen. Banarasi Brocade Cushion & Pillow Covers from Banarai Vastra Jewel Tones & Textured Fabrics Move over pastels, this festive season is all about deep jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, and ruby red, offset with accents of gold and ivory. Dress up your spaces with rich fabrics — brocade cushions, velvet runners, or silk drapes — that add both opulence and warmth. Mirror work, tassels, and embroidered textures instantly make a room celebration-ready. Padme Trip...
Diwali, Gifting, Gifting Ideas, Magazine, Trending

Festive Gifting Ideas That Feel Anything but Predictable

This festive season, gifting isn’t just an obligation—it’s a statement. Say goodbye to the tired clichés of chocolates and candles, and step into a world where every present tells a story, sparks joy, and surprises at every turn. From luxe bespoke finds to thoughtful twists on everyday essentials, these gifting ideas promise to feel anything but predictable. Campus’ Limited Edition Truck Art Collection takes the poetry of India’s highways and turns it into fashion that moves—hand-painted dreams, folklore in bold colour, and symbols of strength reimagined on sneakers for today’s expressive woman. From the quiet power of the tigress to the rooted grace of the lotus, from loud desi swagger to unapologetic statements of identity, each design is a reflection of a moving canvas. A...
Fashion, Magazine

Beyond Sindoor: Modern Brides Reimagining Karwa Chauth Rituals With Style

There’s something magical about Karwa Chauth night: moonlight, fasting, traditions woven into every ritual. But this year, brides are doing more than observing—they’re curating, styling, and reinterpreting the festival to reflect modern identity, comfort, creativity, and expression. 1. Colour Story: Breaking the Red Mold For decades, red has defined Karwa Chauth. It symbolized passion, commitment, and auspicious beginnings. Yet today’s brides are rewriting the colour code.Pastels like blush, lavender, mint, and powder blue are stealing the spotlight for day celebrations, while metallics and champagne tones shimmer under moonlight soirées. These hues whisper grace rather than shout tradition — a soft rebellion wrapped in silk. 2. Hybrid & Fusion Ensemble...