Think back to all the clichés in your mind about the quintessential Indian bride – and then toss them all away. The modern Indian bride is not one you can bind by pre-conceived notions: Well-traveled, forward-thinking, and global in her mindset, her bridal choices are dictated by her personality and not conventions. This goes for her big day’s beauty looks as well. “Indian bridal makeup has changed a lot from the standard liner and red lips formula. It has been a beautiful transition to witness,” explains premiere Indian makeup artist Namrata Soni. “Today, there is no right or wrong, just
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An Indian Adventure | A Documentary On Travel Photography – Part II
Wex Photo Video’s travel photography series returns. This time, travel photographer Matt Parry and our very own Kriss Hampton travel to India. Part II: Matt and Kriss take a short train ride from Delhi to Agra. Their first stop is Sheroes’ Hangout, a café that supports the campaign to stop acid attacks. Here, Matt spends some time with the remarkable women who run the café and reminds us how travel photography can help support important causes. Poor lighting makes a trip to Agra Fort challenging, but the next day presents a beautiful haze, just in time for the pair’s visit
How To Photograph An Indian Wedding
Indian weddings are colorful, joyful, and rich in traditions. But they can also be very complicated to photograph, especially if you’re not familiar with Indian culture.
Here’s how you can take your Indian wedding photography to the next level without getting stressed.
Get Inspired By These Awesome Indian Wedding Mandap Ideas For Hindu Wedding Ceremonies
It’s common to have an altar structure of some kind incorporated into wedding ceremony design to highlight the couple of honor and demarcate the vow exchange spot, regardless of the style or religious connection present at the event. Many couples participating in non-religious wedding ceremonies choose to include floral arches while Jewish to-be-weds traditionally tie the knot beneath a chuppah. Meanwhile, those celebrating Hindu wedding ceremonies frequently make the decision to include a mandap as part of the wedding ceremony design. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite mandap designs below to inspire you while wedding planning. Mandap Frequently Asked
Indian Bridal Hairstyles: 18 Gorgeous Indian Hairstyles To Glorify Your Bridal Personality
Traditionally, Indian brides don a brightly colored and heavily embroidered veil called a dupatta over their heads and shoulders, as well as jewelry along their hairline known as a tikka. But while these accessories served as symbols of modesty and wisdom in the past, modern brides have since put contemporary twists on these traditional styles – mostly, through their hairstyles. From jasmine flowers woven through thick fishtail braids to bohemian mermaid waves paired with sheer, saffron red dupattas, there’s a hairstyle to match every hair length, lehenga type, and personality. And the endless possibilities make this beauty to-do an exciting
An Indian Adventure | A Documentary On Travel Photography – Part I
Wex Photo Video’s travel photography series returns. This time, travel photographer Matt Parry and our very own Kriss Hampton travel to India. In part one, Matt and Kriss explore the streets of Delhi and meet with local photographer, and ZEISS and Profoto ambassador Sundeep Bali. A walking tour of Old Delhi provides ample opportunity for Matt to test out his Sony A7 III and concludes with a visit to the Salaam Baalak Trust DMRC Children Home. This first part of the trip is rounded off with a visit to the world’s tallest brick minaret, the Qutub Minar, and the chance
