Every traditional Hindu wedding involves a set of rituals that the soon-to-be-married couple must observe. The exchanging of varmalas is one such key rite that must be completed before the pair can be declared ‘married.’ Traditional south Indian weddings, on the other hand, feature multiple such garlands or varmala exchanges. Instead of adhering to one
Indian weddings are not complete without a garland ceremony known as “Jaimaal”. It is without a doubt the most auspicious and fun ceremony and flower garlands play a significant role in the ceremony. The flower garlands are considered to be pure and carriers of the cultural values. A jaimal ceremony is only complete after the
Amidst the flurry of riveting colors and an intoxicating variety of bridal flowers, it is perhaps easy to forget their green counterparts. The green garland, though, is back in trend and has emerged stronger than ever. Green is the color of thriving life, of rejuvenation. The usage of greens in the traditional varmala as accents
The beauty of a jasmine garland, in all its simplicity, remains unmatched. These dainty blooms, in lovely white or off-white colors and fresh fragrant or non-fragrant types, have long held a significant position among wedding flowers. On this auspicious occasion, add a touch of rustic wonder with the help of the jasmine flower festoon that,
Relish in the beautiful symphony of colorful blooms adorning your big day. Tie the knot amidst the glory of nature in all its shades. As good as they look, flowers in each of their color variations also hold special connotations. We urge you to think outside the box and move away from all pastels, soft
‘The bigger the better’ is a mantra much adored across the Indian wedding scene. From the most significant heavily embellished designer wear and the most spellbinding of decorations to the littlest of details like the wedding varmala, each component of the desi wedding is an attempt at flamboyance, at giving one’s best to make it
The wedding varmala, like the desi marriage ensemble, is usually conceived to be just as flamboyant in order to exhibit the celebratory spirit. With decadent embellishments and a host of fresh and artificial blooms, the big fat Indian wedding garland is very much the way to go. Of late, however, couples have begun prioritising comfort
“Roses do not bloom hurriedly; for beauty, like any masterpiece, takes time to blossom.” ― Matshona Dhliwayo Roses, the harbinger of soothing affection and fervent love, are grown with care and dedication and are a statement of the earth’s beauty that erupts unbidden. Roses and weddings, across the globe, go hand in hand. These are the
As your wedding celebration culminates, the wedding reception is an event more relaxed and informal than the prior functions and demands appropriate attention. Reception decorations that are mostly opted for are light and contemporary, in perfect harmony with the couple’s sartorial choices. The flower garland should also be selected accordingly, light and comfortable to subtly
The wedding varmala, over the years, has only gotten bigger and better. Among various styles such as the flower veni, monochromes, minimalist, ombre, etc., the designer garland market caters to all kinds of tastes and prioritizes comfort and personalization. A trend that has caught wind is the double varmala- the layering of flower garlands in
