Photo by The Blemished TalesEverything it takes to pull off a destination wedding
Practical guides on tasks, timelines, guests, vendors and budgets for couples planning a destination wedding.
Photo by Amber RainHow to Plan a Haldi Ceremony: Timing, Ideas and What Goes Wrong
What a haldi ceremony is, how to plan one at home or at a destination, what usually goes wrong, and pool and hotel ideas from two family weddings.
From two haldis we planned for our own daughters.
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Photo by Amber RainHaldi Decoration Ideas: Marigolds, Seating and Setups That Survive the Turmeric
Haldi decoration ideas that photograph well and survive the turmeric: backdrops, seating, marigolds, pool and beach setups, venue rules and costs.
A companion to our haldi planning guide.
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Photo by Amber RainHow to Plan a Mehndi Ceremony: Timing, Artists and Henna Safety
How to plan a mehndi ceremony: when to apply henna, how many artists you need, black henna safety, aftercare for a dark stain, costs and formats.
With a printable mehndi checklist.
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Photo by The Blemished TalesHow to Plan a Sangeet: Performances, Music and the Run of Show
How to plan a sangeet: what it is, when to hold it, a sample run of show, how many performances, music and MC, what goes wrong, formats and costs.
With a sample run of show and a printable checklist.
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Photo by The Blemished TalesWhat to Wear to a Haldi Ceremony: A Guide for Guests, Brides and Grooms
What to wear to a haldi: colours, outfits for guests, brides and grooms, fabrics, shoes, floral jewellery, pool haldi outfits, and how to treat turmeric stains.
A companion to our haldi planning guide.
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Photo by The Blemished TalesZola vs The Knot vs Joy: Which Works for an Indian Wedding?
Zola, The Knot, Joy and Appy Couple compared for a multi-day Indian wedding: per-function RSVPs, households, budgets and where each one stops.
Compared in October 2026.
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