10 New Ideas From The West That Need To Be Part Of Our Weddings!

Wedding are getting more fun and unique all over the world. Indian weddings are a tad bit different than the western ones. Here are 10 new ideas from the west that we would love to have in our weddings! Sit Down Dinner Style Eating

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This style is coming back in the west and we would so like it to be a part of our weddings also. It allows the guests to talk, enjoy their meal and also is cheaper! After all, who likes to stand in a silk saree and eat of a heavy buffet plate. Toasts & Speeches

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Saying something nice or even funny can really liven up a party. Bridesmaid toasts or even best friend speeches should so be a part of Indian weddings! A (Really) Creative Groom's Cake

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 After all, weddings are more or less about what the bride envisions it to be. So why not have a fun and creative groom’s cake that will make him feel special too. This one is definite must have! A fun wedding program

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There is no weddings in the world that are longer than Indian weddings! So why not have a funky and creative wedding program for your guests to know when and what is happening. So essential in a multi-cultural wedding! Eco-Friendly

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Though we did have a few weddings that went that route, we would like to see more of that. Some ways to make that happen on your big day are opting for in-season and locally sourced food and flowers, printing your invitations on recycled paper or digital invites, and having a venue where less people are required to fly in! Neutral Colour Scheme

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Indian weddings are full of colour and kitsch! Why not have a more muted yet stunning colour palette? Rose Gold or Blush is trending all over the west and it might just be the colour that you are looking to build your wedding around! Interactive Centrepieces

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How wonderful would it be to have live snow globes, fish bowls or iPads with a message at your wedding as centrepieces? Décor is getting more live and interactive and we would want that here too! Unique Destinations Image via Simran and Hiren's Andaman Wedding People in the west are opting for faraway destinations like Iceland and Italy for their nuptials. While we love our Goa and Udaipur destination weddings, weddings in Dehradun & Andaman are gaining huge traction. Charities    

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In a shift that focuses more on giving than getting, couples are embracing charity registries, which allow guests to make a donation in their honour. With a host of NGO’s across the country, we would like to see this idea make home. Night-time ceremonies

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So long to sunsets and welcome dusk. This means lighting and candles can become the focal décor element and not necessarily the florals.