A good friend of mine recently said something really powerful– she said “I can’t keep living in someone else's bubble.” It really made me think. How many of us are living within the expectations bubble of someone else, or gingerly trying not to pop an expectations bubble someone else has created for…

Karishma and Abhishek were both young professionals always on the go. Having been married for 2 years, one day Abhishek mentioned to Karishma that he was worried how often they do things separately or with a group of friends. He wished that they had more time together as a…

It was 2am and they were both bleary-eyed. They were exhausted, frustrated and felt as if they had just taken several steps backwards in their relationship. They had been married 2 years, together for 7, and still they had these arguments once in a while that took all of their energy and went on for 3 or 4…

Hello beautiful brides-to-be! Allow me to introduce you to Rabia, recently married lovely gal with a passion for makeup, watching the Food Network and hunting down interesting recipes! Rabia and her hubby Mohsin took a non-traditional approach to their wedding, opting for more modern…

Whether it’s about who washes the dishes, who picks up the children from soccer practice or how often to have sex, relationships require constant compromise to ensure the…

Makeup is one of the most important things for your big day. You are going to be photographed professionally and by pretty much every person you know, so you want to make sure it's right. Here are our picks for what you need for your big day inspired by some of our favorite stars. You might even find a few ways to switch up your everyday routine as well!…

Janini and Mona had been friends for decades. They did everything together including attend the same college and live together as roommates when they both got their first job. They were inseparable, always going out and trying new things together. It was a deep and long standing friendship that both of them…

Take a look with us behind the scenes of Ami & Jay's big day!

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Having a conversation about a difficult topic can bring up a lot of anxiety in both partners. If there is already a history of difficult conversations ending in argument, partners get into a cycle of avoiding sensitive topics, creating a ticking time bomb in their relationship.

Arguments are a natural part of all relationships. But if they occur too often or include…

A gown for an Indian wedding - why not? :) If you and your hubby are not super traditional or if you're having a fusion wedding, chances are you're not looking for the bridal party to be totally decked out in traditional garb from head to toe. The dresses featured below would make a great sari alternative for the bridesmaid that wants something a little different, and they are all looks that can be worn again. Your bridesmaids can give these dresses a Desi twist with beautiful earrings,…

The 2012 season for Indian bridal wear is undergoing a major make-under. Lots of A-line styles, volume and intricate embroidery in lehengas are replacing constricting mermaid skirts and heavy excess embellishment. Colors are also taking a more sophisticated turn towards light neutrals, pastels and deeper shades. You are going to see more silver versus gold threading, with an emphasis on the natural beauty of the…

Maybe there were not many Indian people around where you grew up. Or perhaps more Western/American culture took the driver’s seat while the "brown" side of your identity took the backseat through high school and college. Growing up…

In my opinion, having attended many weddings myself and as a recent newlywed - there's nothing better than fresh flowers. If you're on a budget there are ways to include them without compromising on style. Let's take a look at a few simple affordable options...

Baby's breath and carnations are widely known as fillers…

Sonal and Terrence didn’t talk to each other for a week. They were so hurt by each other’s callousness to their own family traditions. Sonal started feeling increased anxiety during this week. “If he’s so adamant about Christmas…

We all wish we had a fairy godmother to HELP us with all of the wedding planning details. Or at least help with the inevitable trip that must be made to India to gather the bridal trousseau, invitations, favors, bridesmaids outfits, jewelry, etc. Let's face it - the modern Desi bride…

This beautiful inspiration board was created just for one of our newest members for her upcoming peacock themed wedding! Comment below if you would like a custom inspiration board of your own. xoxo,…