Le Trend Boutique – Fashion Show Participating Models JULIA BALES A graduate of Furman University with a degree in computer science and Chinese, Julia spent 2 years in Beijing and 8 years in Hong Kong developing the Asian cruise market. Julia is now chief digital officer for Go Travel in…
For over 10 years, MyShadi Bridal Expo has been a community event not to be missed by those planning a South Asian wedding. What began as a small bridal show twice a year in Florida, has now grown into a platform for over 85 event vendors taking place in over…
The following Hindu wedding vows were recited at Anamika and Atharv’s nuptials and were sent to us by the couple, who mentioned how much the Desh-Videsh wedding-specific issue helped in planning their wedding. This poetry was composed by Anamika. We are publishing here with their consent. Additionally, they have informed…
For a Hindu family, a wedding serves as the fulfillment of one of the nine sanskars of life, in addition to being a festivity and celebration. In other words, marriage is a duty that every Hindu must fulfill since it is a matter of moral and religious obligation, and is…
The original text of the saptapadi was written in Hindu scripture in Sanskrit language. For many, it can be too complicated to understand practical meaning. One Hindu Scripture and English Scholar (whose name is unknown) put these slokas of saptapadi in a romantic way as follows: Walk with me…
With sacred fire and holy chants,Two hearts beat as one,As they make vows of eternal love,Under the bright, shining sun. With Saat Phere, they take seven rounds,Promising to walk hand in hand,Together they vow to build a life,That’s filled with love, trust, and stand. With the Mangal Sutra, they seal…
The love affair between a woman and her saris is unmatched. What the Western world perceives as a long piece of fabric, is in reality, a six-yard garment whose every fold, drape, and tuck can transform a woman into any facet of her being. Poised at the top of this…
Parita Patel was born in Gujarat, India and spent her childhood in Hydrabad. As a child she would pretend to dance and perform for her family and friends. She would make costumes out of her moms old Sarees and Duppattas, and entertain everyone with her stories. One of her favorite…
I am Nagasree Sathya (Sree) living in Pembroke Pines, FL with family, I graduated in India and here in USA. My passion and interests are in arts, design, clothes and jewelry. I have always thought the best way to feel confident is by feeling confident in what we are wearing,…
The Indian wedding season is approaching and if you’re shopping for trendy bridal lehengas, we have done our homework and got the best designs for you!! Every Bride desires and dreams to look perfect on her big day. Brides tend to desire designs that are different and unique, as it’s…
SHIVANI DESAI Shivani Desai, a civil engineer, earned her master’s degree from the University of Florida and currently works in the construction industry. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, dancing, and exercising. Shivani is also trained in various forms of Indian dance including Bhangra and Bollywood ANIKA DHAM Anika…
Traditions Boutique – Fashion Show Participating Models Sameeksha Rani Adesh Sameeksha Rani Adesh is a student at the University of South Florida in Tampa pursuing Medicine. She enjoys dancing, singing, and playing various instruments with my family’s music school in Orlando. Her goal is to become a Pediatric Cardiologist. Punit…