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Tuesday Shoesday ~ Sparkly Shoes

2012-02-28T15:51:00.000Z

Gold Wedding Shoes Taken By: Gia Canali Photography via wedding chicks

Maria B Brides ~ Vintage Tea Party

2012-02-23T22:05:00.001Z

I'm having a case of the bloggers block right now, so when inspiration strikes i will be back to the normal posting schedule, but today i was so happy that the sun was out, me & my girls went to the park, which we haven't done for a long time, I like going just as much as they do, as i get to have a sneaky little go on the swings..

On to this little tea party, if I'm not wrong this collection is from 2010? but its still looks very much in trend, especially with the pastels and vintage vibe..you like?

Credits
Label: Maria B.Photographer: Fazal Abbas
Make up & Styling: Asmaa Mumtaz
Models: Alizeh, Saba, Adeel, Ayesha Toor

Look of the Week - Sonam Kapoor

2012-02-20T16:35:00.000Z

Sonam Kapoor looking pretty in pink, wearing Shehlaa by Shehla Khan at the designers store launch

Love the flowers in her hair, this would be the perfect outfit for an outdoors summer wedding, don't you think...

Tuesday Shoesday ~ Louboutin Love

2012-02-14T20:28:00.000Z

via the knot

Valentines Day & Letting Go of Romantic Ideals

2012-02-14T18:14:00.001Z

I'll be honest with you I'm a sucker for all thing valentines day... I'm one of those die-hard, hopeless romantics. In fact I harbour some rather unrealistic expectations, about what should be done today, or any other day for that matter.

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So you can imagine the sheer disbelief when my husband turned out to be the most unromantic man i know, {although he's second to my dad he is most definitely the first}

Every year is pretty much the same, maybe a card but that's it, but this year was going to be different, having said that, I'll give him some dues he has year on year made more effort)

This year thing where going to be different, i was planning the day and was going to show, him how it should be done....

Lots of planning was requires but i was prepared ~

check check check!

What I didn't consider though that days before, my little ones would get sick, oh its just a cold i told myself {104 temp} couple of days later the Mr was now down with a bad fever, seriously whats going on he never gets sick!

Yesterday i was running around the supermarket like a loony not buying heart-shaped novelty food, or roses but stocking up on med, tissues, and chicken {had to make chicken soup, it the culinary equivalent to penicillin}

Love was by the bedside with a sick bucket! - via

So I'm home today, girls are feeling better, and mr is in bed, off from work still not feeling great, serves me right for going ott, but really its not my fault, i didn't just pluck these ideals from thin air, oh no i like to blame the movies...Hollywood and Bollywood!

No wonder, how could i not with there airy light-hearted plots, romantic ideals, and of course the happy endings

The hero, always knows exactly what the heroines wants, so much so, that at times she doesn't even know herself what she wants, oh but he does. Lets not forget he's willing to take on everyone for her love, parents, the world, you name it! oh yes and the best one, he knows exactly how to set up very elaborate meals/dates.{usually including lots of candlelight & violins}

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Now if I'm not wrong all the above does is places lots of red and pink pressure on couples.

It did on us, he wasn't living up to the ideals that i had in my head. So you could say i learnt a lesson, that this day or any others days doesn't need to be picture perfect, there shouldn't be any rules or protocol for what to do or not to..

Just because your not doing anything doesn't mean you or him you don't care, or love each other any less..

So i thought why not change my way of thinking..

♥ Leave the cliches behind...like who really gets love notes and flower everyday day!
♥ Don't just save romance for one day and forget the other 364 days of the year.
♥ Don't feel bad about the fact that i haven’t been given a bunch of flowers.
♥ Stop being a whinger ~ usually once i have heard or seen someone else brag about what their significant other is doing for them. i will whinge to my other half about what hes not doing.

♥ Finally and most importantly stop over analysing my relationship on one particular day in February ...

So what am I doing tonight, well i cooked our favourite meal, and have UP to watch at home... and cheesy as it may sound, i wouldn't change a thing :)

Some movies i like to blame ~ Only You - The Notebook - Romeo + Juliet.
Hindi ~ Qayamat se Qayamat tak - Dil - Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin {yes i like Amir Khan}

Love to hear your thoughts on this...

Celebrity Weddings - Esha Deol Engaged To Bharat Takhtani

2012-02-13T16:24:00.000Z

Esha Deol, daughter of veteran actors Hema Malini and Dharmendra, got engaged over the weekend, with her long-time boyfriend Mumbai-based businessman Bharat Takhtani, at her Juhu home.

images via ndtv,pinkvilla

Look of the Week ~ Priyanka Chopra in Gauri & Nainika at Grammys 2012

2012-02-13T12:20:00.001Z

When confused PC does what any mega star would do and that is, ask you fans for suggestion on Twitter

“Ok guys!! Grammy time! Just landed into LA.. options of gowns.. Indian designer or western..?Hmmm..I’m biased towards wearing Indian talent..”

If you follow @priyankachopra on twitter then you may have already seen this as the star tweeted just before she left to attend the Grammys 2012

She missed the red carpet so this maybe all we see of her, but loving this strapless Gauri and Nainika gown.and soft, side swept hair. Bridal Inspiration i think so...don't you? {she was styled by Ami Patel}

Before she flew to LA she walked the red carpet at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival’s premiere of Don 2... again she had asked on twitter “So…dilemma…. What to wear for berlinale red carpet ..Saree or gown!!!!!!???? Onslaught of tweets saying Saree… Ok done!! Saree for berlinale tonight and gown for Grammys Tom.. Thx for ur help guys!” she wrote on Twitter.

She settled on a Manish Malhotra sari...

Director Farhan Akhtar and actress Priyanka Chopra

Photo credits ~
Twitter
Andreas Rentz/Getty Images

Real Wedding ~ Radha & Shaun

2012-02-10T16:13:00.001Z

So happy to feature this wedding, as it was the bride herself that got in touch, isn't that awesome. I'm loving the outfits especially the brides ...drools....

Radha did lots of DIY for the wedding "I designed a lot of things - I made the name plates, the seating chart, table numbers. My mum made the blue and gold table cloths"

You'll have to keep and eye out as you will be hearing some more from Radha very soon..

Credits
Photographer - Rik Pennington
Cake - PJR wedding cakes
Flowers - SUIceflora
Outfits - Mona Vora
Location: Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park

Wedding Inspiration ~ Bridal Shoot

2012-02-10T11:13:00.000Z

Photographer: Jay Pankhania Wedding Photographer

Make Up Artist: Mahrukh Bashir Beauty & Decor

Venue: Nonsuch Mansion, Surrey

New Asiana Magazine International

2012-02-09T15:31:00.001Z

Saw this on twitter earlier today, not sure if it going to be available in the uk, as its the international issue, but gracing the cover, for the first time is the very beautiful Emma Singh who's based in London..

The look is about elegance, refinement and sophistication.

Its bang on trend too, right now embroidery and embellishments are taking centre stage, but in muted colours, nude, beige, browns, coppers and pewtered bronze

model - Emma Singh
photogaphy - Alexandra Pichon
makeup - Arman Milind

Wordless Wednesday

2012-02-08T16:12:00.000Z

via indiamirror.tumblr.com

Tuesday Shoesday ~ taylorsays

2012-02-07T16:29:00.001Z

Now these won't be every ones cup of tea, but then maybe that why i love them!! these are by the original high heel sole designer... Taylor Reeves

RUBY SLIPPERS (KATY PERRY'S PAIR)

taylorsays

Lust Worthy Designer Wear ~ La Chantal

2012-02-07T11:24:00.000Z

GIVEAWAY with kamanie.com

2012-02-06T16:04:00.005Z

Oh i do love a good giveaway, and I'm sure you do too, well this time we have more than one prize up for grabs, but lets read a little more about the lovely Kamini, who is doing the giveaway!

Ive always had passion for jewellery and bags, “ I like unique pieces of jewellery but at a good price, this is what I have tried to do with my jewellery items”.

Kamanie’s collection is stylish and most importantly very wearable, each item has been carefully selected to add glamour to both eastern and western outfits. Stunning jewellery that oozes class and gorgeous bags makes Kamanie an exciting place to shop.

We have a collection of bags that are perfect for adding sparkle to outfits, or giving as a gift. Each item from the collection can be mixed and matched to create a new and exciting look for you fashionistas. All at competitive prices.

Kamanie will be at the Asian Wedding Fair at Pavilions, Birmingham on 24th March and 25 March 2012.

(If you are interested in organising a jewellery party for your friends and family at a location of your choice, please contact me on info@kamanie.com )

To find out more visit www.kamanie.com & like the facebook page here for more pictures

you will get one of these ... two winners will be picked

Now all you have to do to enter the giveaway ....is answer the question below, which is pretty easy?!

What is Amir Khan the boxers fiancée name and where is shes from?
Answers in the comments below...

Winners will be announced on February the 14th 2012

Please sign in with a valid email address when leaving a comment, or leave your email within the comments

If for any reason you don't leave your email, winners will be announced on the blog, facebook & twitter, both parts of the question must be answered for a valid entry, Two winner will be picked at random, giveaway is open worldwide T & C apply. this is not a paid feature closing date for entry is February 13th 2012 midnight / only one entry per email..

Riteish Deshmukh & Genelia D'Souza's Church Wedding, Maharashtrian Wedding & Reception

2012-02-06T10:34:00.000Z

wow what a wedding celebration these two have had, and hey why not, but the really odd thing is, no one seems to have have known they were even together, so they kept it pretty low key, as they were a couple for 8 years!

Here's a quick peek at the last few days, catch the rest of the pictures on the facebook page here

I have loved all of Genelia Traditional outfits, what did you think?

Red Carpet Bollywood Inspiration ~ 57th Idea Filmfare Awards 2012

2012-02-03T16:29:00.001Z

One word sari.. so many seen on the red carpet, I love wearing them, always try and fit at least one in, on one of the days, if i have a wedding to go to. I know lot of people say its hard to walk in them or handle the palu, but trust me I'm so clumsy, that if i can handle one so can you.

So give it a go, just practise in your bedroom before hand :)

Unique Idea for Wedding Centrepiece

2012-02-03T13:53:00.000Z

I found this on Preston Baileys Bride Ideas {always awesome} no need to turn your head thinking anything is upside down, nope these are hanging centrepieces, by taking the wedding centrepieces off the table, you'll have more room for food, drink and conversation, wouldn't you say?

found on bride ideas, via Tessa Hahn

Celebrity Weddings ~ Ritesh Deshmukh & Genelia D'Souza's Sangeet Ceremony

2012-02-01T20:38:00.002Z

Bollywood gathered in force to celebrate the sangeet ceremony of Genelia D'souza and Riteish Deshmukh at the Taj Land's End on Monday night. Genelia's gorgeous lehenga was designed by Bollywood's favourite go-to designer, Manish Malhotra. The wedding is on Friday, February 3.

Lehengas dominated the evening i'll put the rest of the picture up on the facebook page...my fave was Asin stealing the show in a vibrant yellow and orange Nikasha lehenga choli.

pictures via boc & ndtv © Photo: Milind Shelte

Real Wedding - A Fun & Colourful Indian Wedding of Anooj & Ashwini

2012-02-01T10:51:00.000Z

www.romeshdhamija.com

www.facebook.com/Romesh.Minee

Makeup Artist for Sangeet - Minee R (www.mineer.in)

Anooj & Ashwini Pre Wedding Couple Shoot

2012-02-01T10:50:00.000Z

www.romeshdhamija.com

www.facebook.com/Romesh.Minee

Tuesday Shoesday from Bride of The Greatest Marriage Proposal EVER!!!

2012-01-31T17:51:00.000Z

We want our shoes to be just as special as everything on our wedding day right? That doesn't necessarily mean that you have to spend a fortune on your shoes, they just have to be special to you...

Lots of brides are now taking to customising their, which isn't as expensive or difficult as it may look, take a the heel of your choice, in what ever colour you like, then encrusted with crystals, pearls or glass or embellishments. You could use any gems that you have, even brooches..

I'm looking for a good DIY tutorial so either I'm going to find it or I'm going to end up making my own?!

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Love the above shoes, the bride did it herself and she isn't any bride she happens to be Ginny.

Ginny and her now husband Matt's YouTube proposal video went viral last year, it was epic with over 20 million views, I'll share the video on facebook later.

Photography By / Graceology Photography

Lust Worthy Designer Wear ~ Zardozi

2012-01-31T13:55:00.000Z

MAKEUP, PHOTOGRAPHY & STYLING: 360 DEGREES (GUDDU & SHANI)
MODEL: FOUZIA AMIR
CLIENT: ZARDOZI (LIBERTY MARKET LHR)
PUBLICATION: LIBASLocation: AVARI LAHORE

Manchester Blogger Meet ~ Saturday 11th of February 2012 @ 5pm

2012-01-31T13:05:00.001Z

Yeah finally got round to organising something like this, with some help from @nazma_afb

If you don't know nazma by now ehh why not, she keeps us all up to speed in all that is Asian fashion on her blog asian fashion blog

I got a little carried away making the little invite below...but its going to be pretty casual, think of it as some coffee with friends..{tea in my case}

It's great chatting on twitter/facebook but meeting in "real life" and more importantly getting way from the laptop is more fun. I know its a blogger meet, but please if we chat, and i know we do be it beauty, fashion or weddings then do pop by, I'll be there from 5pm, with a flower in my hand, {kidding}see you then...

if your coming please send me a quick email or tweet me here

some directions ~ http://starbucks.co.uk/store/2693/

Indian Inspired, Vintage and New Handcrafted Jewelry by Minou Bazaar on Etsy + Discount Code

2012-01-30T16:23:00.001Z

It was a short while ago I came Meenoo twitter, one look at her goods on Esty and i was in love. It reminds me a little of the really expensive jewellery sets that have been handed down to my mother, from nani, they a real old age charm about, but are locked away, far to delicate to wear everyday.

Meenoo Mishra aka Minou Bazaar hails from Virginia, United States, were she designs and make all the jewellery for her Etsy store - {Minou Bazaar} she lives with her husband and cats. Here she talks about her art plus what inspires her..

"I make Indian-inspired jewelry. As I say on my site, you will find Indian-style jewelry as well as jewelry for global nomads, romantic old souls, and elephant and peacock enthusiasts at Minou Bazaar! The jewelry I make is the kind I like to wear myself. I realised that while I love Indian jewelry, it can be rather ornate to wear everyday. So I set about creating fusion jewelry, with the best of Indian and American design.

I love vintage and old jewelry so I almost always have vintage beads or components in my designs. I am inspired by colour, nature, and history but I always incorporate Indian patterns, colours, motifs, or symbols in my jewelry. Indian jewelry is also influenced by Persian and Arabic design so I look to that beautiful world for inspiration as well. Sometimes I go traditional but mostly I like to make jewelry that is reminiscent of Indian and South Asian design.

I love doing custom work and I've worked with brides to create jewelry and gifts for their bridesmaids or wedding party."

i love this ones, reminds me of an intricate lace pattern ~all the beads can be changed to whatever colour you want.

Meenoo has very kindly offered you readers 15% off all you need to do is use the coupon code MASALACHAI when they check out. {its vaild until Sunday 5th of Feburay, midnight}

Shop @ minoubazaar.etsy.com

facebook.com/MinouBazaar

@MinouBazaar

pinterest.com/meenoo

Celebrity Weddings ~ Engaged ... Amir Khan and Faryal Makhdoon

2012-01-30T10:40:00.005Z

Well it seems like I was wayyy of the mark with what Faryal was going to be wearing..

{i wrote this post} Here are some snaps from last nights engagement, the couple exchanged rings at the football ground of Amir's local club Bolton Wanderers, Reebok Stadium.

With 1,000 Family and Friends in attendance, the luxe party is said to have cost £150,000.

Wishing them all the best

Singer Imran Khan {who looks like he had a great time & H Dhami, & Bonafide at the party. I will blog official pictures if i them.

Imran had tweeted "Its not allowed to take pictures but here u go" @Imrankhanworld

Congrats to the happy couple..now to the wedding....

picture credit ~ Action Images & Twitter