Considering an after-party dress for your wedding? Wedding dresses are often stunning, but can also be quite heavy and elaborate. An after-party dress gives you the chance to change into something more comfortable and dance-friendly, allowing you to fully enjoy the festivities without feeling constrained. There are a few things to take into consideration before selecting an after-party dress. Is …
HOW TO HONOR A DECEASED LOVED ONE AT YOUR WEDDING
As cheerful and exciting as weddings are, it can be challenging to celebrate such a joyous occasion with a loved one absent. If you are unsure how to honor your friend or family member, we will share a few ways to make sure that you pay tribute to your loved ones so they can be with you throughout the celebrations …
BOTOX BEFORE YOUR WEDDING?
As a bride, your wedding day is your time to shine. Along with selecting the perfect outfits, jewelry, and make-up artist. To match your dazzling look it is only right that your skin matches the agenda. Adding Botox to your wedding beauty regime is not uncommon, but here is what you need to consider. Start early, Botox takes a few …
TOP 5 DESTINATIONS FOR AN INDIAN WEDDING
Destination, Destination; the location of your big day is fundamental and one of the toughest decisions you will make. But not to worry, SJS Events are handing you our top 5 wedding locations which we absolutely love! Bali, Indonesia – Bali is also referred to as ‘the Land of Gods’, it is home to thousands of Hindu temples, white sandy …
BRIDESMAIDS GIFTS
What better way to show your appreciation to your bridesmaids than a special gift on your wedding weekend? An idea that we always think is fun (and super cozy) is PJs. You can’t go wrong with a lovely pajama set for your bridal party; these are great for photos if you get matching sets! Another idea we recommend to our …
SUMMER WEDDING IDEAS
A summer wedding, a time when everything is hot and sunny! As impressive as this sounds, our biggest advice is to remember your guests’ comfort. Providing mister fans, shade elements, parasols, and having at least one of your events indoors with air-conditioning are all things your family and friends will truly appreciate and make your wedding weekend even more enjoyable …
GROOM’S CAKE
A groom’s cake centers around the groom – his hobbies, personality, and taste. Most of the wedding details, including the wedding cake, are feminine and floral. To offset this, this tradition began in the late 19th century in England to add a “masculine touch” to the wedding. The groom’s cake can be displayed alongside the main wedding cake, or it …
WHAT IS HENNA / MEHENDI?
Henna/Mehndi is an ink used to decorate the body since biblical times. This ink comes from the henna plant, which grows in South Asia with the highest concentration in India. Brides in Hindu weddings traditionally use mehndi in a ceremony performed a few days before she says, “I do.” The drawings on top of the hands are significant and often …
WEDDING FAVORS – TO HAVE OR NOT TO HAVE?
The age-old question: To have favors or not have favors? The typical wedding favors consist of candles, soaps, or sweet treats – many of which get left behind by the guests. We have had clients invest in luxury items such as Tiffany’s glasses or Baccarat butterflies, which no guest left behind. All in all, favors are not a requirement for …
HOW TO INCORPORATE YOUR PETS INTO THE WEDDING
Pets are an essential part of our families so it is understandable that you’d want them to play a part in your wedding. Couples should check with their wedding venues if pets are allowed. If having your pet incorporated in the wedding is a must, this should be expressed to your wedding planner so that they’re able to assist in …
TIPS FOR POST-WEDDING BRUNCH
It can become so easy to get caught up in the madness of wedding planning, but one thing we can happily remind you to not forget in your wedding plans is creating a post-wedding brunch! The best part about a post-wedding brunch is it is a bit more of a relaxed event than some of the other hectic events taking …
OUR FAVORITE INDIAN SHOWS ON NETFLIX
As Netflix grows its ever-evolving library of movies and series it is no surprise that the amount of Indian shows grows with it. Bollywood is one of the biggest and most grossing hubs of film in the world. We are obsessed with the following shows: Indian Matchmaking Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Lives Never Have I Ever Wedding Season
GARDEN PARTY CHIC DECOR
A chic garden party is the quintessential romantic soiree. You can create your garden party at a classic outdoors setting or bring the “outdoors” inside with a little bit of creativity. Here are some of our favorite garden themed events for your inspiration!
GIFTS TO GIVE TO YOUR VALENTINE
Every year couples, everywhere struggle to figure out what to get each other on Valentine’s Day. We decided to make V-Day shopping easier this year by providing you with a list of our favorite luxury items. We’re sure that your honey will feel loved and appreciated with these thoughtful gifts. The Tennis Bracelet You can never go wrong with the …
TOP 5 HONEYMOON DESTINATION LOCATIONS
Your honeymoon is more than just the sweet phase of the relationship. Some say having a great romantic honeymoon is the melted wax that seals a good marriage. A great honeymoon won’t happen without a great environment. It is crucial to pick a place that is beautiful, quiet and exclusive, and of course a place with great food. The following …