Pakhi Bhai is on the news – a famous matchmaker in Bangladesh

Please check the following news item which talks about how Pakhi Bhai worked as a matchmaker of thousands of successful marriages:

http://tribune.com.pk/story/360031/40-years-of-happy-families-for-bangladesh-matchmaker/

 

 

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Ideas for Wedding table decoration

 

The day of your Bengali wedding will be the most special day of your life. You could make it equally special for the guests in attendance. By paying close attention to minute details, you could achieve the perfect look and ambience for your guests to enjoy themselves. The reception venue should be particularly comfortable as this is where your guests would be spending most of the evening at your Bengali reception. Table decorations are a great way to beautify your wedding venue as well as add your own special, personalized touch to the reception.

Table decoration at a Bengali reception is important as it will be the focal point of the décor. There are several options to choose from to blend in the table decoration with the theme that you have selected for your reception. If you are planning a beach wedding, shell centered table pieces or exotic flowers arranged in artistic vases would be the most suitable table decorations. If your Bengali wedding day coincides with Valentines Day, you could have heart shaped table decorations or surround your guests with cupid. Additionally, you could also have helium filled hearts strewn about or tied to the backs of chairs, ready to be released by your guests at an indicated moment during your Bengali reception.

Another popular table decoration for wedding is candles that come in various shapes, sizes and colors to match your chosen theme. Candles are not only aesthetically pleasing but also provide warm lighting and a comforting environment at your grand Bengali wedding. Candle holders also are made in different varieties and can be customized to suit your needs. Candle holders made from wrought iron, wood, silver and even clay with decorative cut-outs are rapidly gaining popularity as Bengali wedding table decoration. Decorative glassware, floating candles, miniature customized showpieces as well as wicker baskets filled with confetti are great ideas for table centerpieces for a wedding reception. Just remember to add your own special touches and you will be sure to achieve the right look for your reception venue.

For more creative ideas, look around. Bright colors are always liked in weddings. Flowers and bouquet decoration can add more beauty to the celebration. If you need more ideas, check internet. There are many interesting ideas there that can help you make the occasion more special.  In fact, there are many sites wherein you can get free advice on how to make this day more memorable with effective planning and decoration. Get in touch with a wedding planner or a friend with good sense of decoration. You can get plenty of ideas that can enhance the beauty of the occasion.

Wedding table decorations serve a dual purpose at a Bengali reception. Not only are they meant for decorative purposes but can also be given out to guests as wedding favors. Well thought out table decorations can emphasize the special theme chosen for your Bengali reception. Not only that, your guests will be highly appreciative of the meaningful wedding favors that will serve as a reminder of your special day

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Tips on Choosing the right photographer for your wedding

Your wedding in Bangladesh will be the most important day of your life. The amount of planning and hard work you put in will make the event go off successfully without any problems. The memories of your lavish Bengali wedding will remain with you forever.  However it is important for you to select the right photographer to capture your wedding memories perfectly. You could consider taking some time and researching options for your wedding photographer as this will be the person who has the power to make or break your wedding. You would not want to end up badly captured photographs or worse no photographs at all. One of my friends has experienced this when the photographer selected by his family did not take any initiative any making the occasion memorable.

While choosing a wedding photographer, get in touch with your family and friends. They would be able to refer you to photographers whose services they have employed before. You could consider meeting several different photographers and go through their portfolios. There are several different photographers to choose from for your wedding in Bangladesh who have a wide range of styles and techniques for capturing perfect moments. You could discuss with the photographer the sort of effect you are seeking to achieve through your photographs and what sort of lighting and ambience is to be expected at the venue for your Bengali wedding. Wedding photographers need to be able to create a bond with people and put them at ease. In this way the photographer’s ability to put the subjects at ease will enable the photographs to look very natural without having the look of forced posing.

Once you have decided on the photographer, you could discuss details like the budget, what events you would want the photographer to capture and how he would go about achieving a natural look for your Bengali wedding album.  Many photographers specialize in capturing candid moments between family members. These photographs have a natural appeal and charm to them that is not easily achieved. Prior to your Bengali wedding day, a professional wedding photographer would visit the reception venue and check the lighting and environment. Thorough professionals are always armed with back-up equipment incase of sudden malfunction.  Many photographers also offer digital albums which last longer and therefore, the photographs to not get spoiled over time.

You grand Bengali wedding will be a day you will cherish forever. You can inquire about an expert photographer within your community or visit few places in your locality. Many photographers prefer to work through Internet and also keep their website updated with new wedding photography ideas. It is important that you do some research before you meet a prospective photographer. You could make your memories last by selecting the right photographer for your wedding in Bangladesh. You could ensure that your photographer is aware of what your needs are and that every special moment is represented beautifully in your pictures. In this way, you could relive your wedding day for many years to come.

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Special Wedding day surprises for your spouse

Bengali weddings are grand events, full of tradition and rituals. Many bridal couples are often too preoccupied with wedding preparations to pay attention to each other. However, imagine the look on your spouses face when they see that you have paid special attention to their needs and gone out of your way to arrange a special surprise for them.  That one look of surprise will be well worth all the effort and planning that has gone into making your wedding in Bangladesh a grand success.

A popular way of surprising a bride is presenting her with a much coveted piece of jewelry on the day of your Bengali wedding. The jewelry could be delivered to your bride by one of her bridesmaids and even though you will not be able to see her delighted expression yourself, rest assured, you can never go wrong with jewelry. For the groom, planning a special male centered area at the reception venue is a great idea.  Very often, grooms complain that Bengali weddings are an all girl affair where they have virtually no say in any decision that is made. By giving your groom a bar area or an area cordoned off for arcade games where he can relax surrounded by his male friends, will make him even happier as he will realize the time and effort you spent in making him feel special.

You could also surprise your spouse with your vocal chords at your Bengali wedding reception. You could consider practicing his/her favorite love song and sing it to him/her at the reception when it is least expected. Suffice it to say that this surprise will require some amount of practice and planning with another member of your bridal party. But in the end, it will be a treat for not only your spouse but also for the guests at your Bengali wedding. You could also pay attention to your spouse on the days leading up to the wedding and surprise them with something they thought would not be feasible for the wedding. They may cut out a certain aspect from the wedding to accommodate a budget like entering the reception venue in a horse drawn carriage or a spectacular firework display as a grand finale to the evening. By paying close attention to details, you could make your wedding day even more memorable for your spouse.

A Bengali wedding is special by itself, but by making a little extra effort and paying attention to your spouse on the days leading up to the wedding, you will be able to surprise him/her and make the day of your Bengali wedding even more special and meaningful. You can look for more creative ideas online or talk to your friends about it. There are multitudes of ways to shower love, affection and care on your beloved, all you need is a little thinking and effective planning and you could turn your wedding day into the most special moment of your life that would remain in the memories of your spouse as well as the attendees.

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Tips on choosing wedding reception venue-Indoors or Outdoors

Bengali wedding receptions are a grand occasion that everyone in attendance enjoys to the fullest. There are a plethora of options to choose from with regard to reception venues. Many couples have difficulty in choosing between indoor or outdoor venues for their Bengali receptions. Both choices have their advantages as well as disadvantages, the important thing is to decide which venue would be most suitable for the number of guests you are expecting and the weather at the given time of the year.

Outdoor wedding reception venues are great for those bridal couples who want to incorporate the natural beauty of the outdoors into their Bengali wedding day. Outdoor venues do not usually need too much in terms of decorations as the natural surroundings by themselves provide a beautiful backdrop for a Bengali reception. However, several factors need to be taken into consideration in the case of outdoor reception venues, the most important being the weather. Rain and heavy winds can cause major problems at an outdoor wedding, so you would want to check the weather for that time of the year before booking an outdoor venue. Additional arrangements like tents incase of bad weather, provisions for lighting and generators, weather appropriate seating arrangements and carpeting to provide for easy movements within the venue need to be discussed well in advance in order for the reception to proceed without any problems.

Indoor reception venues are suitable for those bridal couples that do not want to risk being at the mercy of the elements on the day of their Bengali reception. Indoor reception venues are great for big crowds as well as smaller gatherings of close friends and family. As the weather does not play a vital role with an indoor reception venue, bridal couples need not worry about themes, seating arrangements or even lighting. With indoor reception venues, ensuring that there is sufficient cross ventilation is important especially if candles and fireplaces are going to be utilized. Indoor venues for Bengali receptions also have the added advantage of being sound proof to a certain extent. Bridal couples need not worry about the loud music and sounds of enjoyment disturbing anyone in the areas surrounding the reception venue.

Both indoor and outdoor reception venues have their selling points.  Couples planning their grand Bengali wedding receptions need to decide which venue would be most suitable to their needs with regards to budget, expenses for additional arrangements and most importantly which venue has the capacity to hold the expected number of guests. Whether you chose to have your wedding indoors or outdoors, ensure that the guests attending your grand Bengali wedding will be comfortable and will take with them pleasant memories of your wedding day. There are multitude of ideas that you can get from Internet and some very popular wedding websites related to indoor or outdoor wedding arrangements. This would allow you to add more personal touch to your wedding venue and let these memories stay in your hear and album for years to come.

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Wedding Thank You notes- Show your gratitude

All the months of planning and hard work have finally paid off. Your grand Bengali wedding went off without any problems and all your guests walked away feeing well cared for and had the experience of a lifetime. Now the time has come for you to open up the piles of gifts you received from your well wishers on your Bengali wedding day.  While this is a part most couples enjoy, what comes next can be quite daunting: the ‘Thank You’ notes.

The writing of heartfelt notes thanking your guests for their thoughtful presents can take quite a long time after your Bengali wedding day. Very often couples keep postponing this task for later, but it is important to realize that the gifts presented to you were selected after a lot of deliberation, chosen especially for you to start your new life with. A Thank You note is a way of showing your appreciation to the person who has sent you the gift. You could consider putting a lot of though into Thank You notes. These notes would need to reflect your true feeling as well as the warmth and gratitude you feel toward the gift-giver who was an integral part of your Bengali reception.

You could get yourself organized before starting off, having your guest list would be handy and you could work you way down the list, ticking off names on completion. You could infuse some creativity into writing the notes like using the same paper that was used for your Bengali wedding invitations or even try writing in different fonts. You could set a target for yourself to complete a certain number of Thank You notes before the end of the day. You could also ensure that while thanking your guest for their thoughtful wedding gift; also inform them about how or when you plan to use the gift. If you have received monetary gift, you could consider telling the sender how you plan on using the money.

Once your wedding in Bangladesh is over, there are a few tasks that you as a couple would need to tackle together. Thank You notes can be quite time consuming to write but in the end, you would need to remember that someone has put in a lot of time in selecting a gift that they thought was perfect for you. You could express your gratitude towards them through a well written and sincere Thank You note. A warm Thank You note from you, the bridal couple, could be the icing on the cake for the guests who have attended your grand Bengali wedding. It is important that the Thank You note that you write is heartfelt and expresses your feelings and gratitude well. In a single sentence, you may also highlight how the gift has made your life more wonderful. If you are running short of ideas, do check for these notes online. You would come across many beautiful Thank You notes that can help you communicate your feelings quite well.

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How to find a wedding band

The celebration of a grand Bengali wedding is incomplete without fun and lively music. A wedding band has the ability to infuse energy and enthusiasm into any wedding celebration. The days of listening to a single repetitive tune during a wedding in Bangladesh are long gone. These days, wedding bands not only play traditional, somber music, but have also added lively Punjabi music, rustic folk songs along with Bollywood hits and western instrumental music to their repertoire. The skilled musicians of a wedding band set the beat for a fun and enjoyable Bengali marriage.

A wedding band has the ability to make your wedding celebration stand out from the rest. Ensure you pick a wedding band that will set the right mood and tempo for your Bengali wedding. These days, looking for a wedding band to entertain your wedding guests has been simplified thanks to the internet. You could also seek help from friends and family members who have availed of the services of a wedding band in the past. Once you have gathered information about a few wedding bands that you would be interested in, approach them and find out the type of music they would be willing to perform. Some bands only play traditional Indian music. You could find out which wedding band is willing and able to play a vast variety of music from the traditional to playful dance numbers which your guests are sure to enjoy.

Wedding music and rituals during the ceremony differ from state to state and region to region. There are certain times during the Bengali wedding ceremony where the music has to be subtle, while other times such as during the ‘baraat’ where the music has to be lively and energetic. Ensure that the band you select knows how and when to play the appropriate type of music. You could make the wedding band aware that certain songs are to be played at specific times. You can inform them that you would prefer to have a certain Bollywood number to be played before you and your spouse enter the reception hall. During the ‘Bidaai’ ceremony (giving away of the bride), the wedding band could be requested to play softer music as this is the stage where the bride is about to leave her parents house.

The wedding band is inevitably going to set the tone for the celebration of a lifetime at your well planned wedding in Bangladesh. Ensure that you make the right selection of the wedding band as they will be the ones to entertain you and your guests. It would be a good idea to have a brief interaction with the band, so that you are not in for surprises later. The proper selection of a wedding band is important as it creates the environment of enjoyment and celebration, so you must ensure that the wedding band that you select is energetic and vibrant and helps you convert your day of joy to a memorable one. Give your guests the unique chance to enjoy the seldom appreciated live wedding band perform and dance the night away.

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Gift ideas for Bridesmaids

It may seem quite intimidating to plan for your elaborate Bengali wedding. However, with your trusty bridesmaids by your side, you will not encounter any problems on your special Wedding in Bangladesh. Your bridesmaids will be the ones who watch you try on several wedding outfits till you find the perfect one, deal with caterers, make suggestions for the décor and theme and even plan your bachelorette party as a send off to your single days. The close friends or family members you have chosen to be your bridesmaids deserve a special treat as a ‘Thank you’ for all their help.

As a token of your appreciation for helping with planning the Bengali wedding of your dreams, give your bridesmaids something useful and something that they would never consider buying for themselves. You can set a budget first and then make a list of things that individual bridesmaids would appreciate. Personalized items always illustrate to the person receiving the gift of how much thought went into buying the something for them. If you like the idea of handmade gifts and are nifty with needles, consider crocheting or knitting your bridesmaids a shrug or a shawl in their favorite color. You can get to know your bridesmaids likes, dislikes and what sorts of activities interest them. If your bridesmaids are athletic, consider tickets to a cricket match, work out gear or you could sign them up for a trekking expedition. For the bridesmaids who have an artistic edge, you could consider tickets to the theatre or painting supplies. For the eternal shopper, gift certificates would be the best option. They can then pick out items that they need themselves.

Several other options could be considered for your bridesmaids who stood by you while you planned your beautiful Bengali Marriage. Silver jewelry like earrings, a beautiful necklace or a bracelet could be given to compliment their outfits on the day of your Bengali wedding. Personalized bags with your bridesmaid’s names embroidered or photographs on the bags are another way of customizing gifts. Personalized stationery, monogrammed bath towels, designer make up bags or even gift certificates to a luxury spa would make the perfect gift for your bridesmaids. If you share a special bond with your bridesmaids, consider putting together a scrapbook detailing your friendship and how much it means to you that she stood by you to help plan your Bengali marriage, the most important day of your life.

Bridesmaids are ultimately the ones who will keep you on track while planning for your Bengali marriage and will help with all the decisions that need to be made to make your Bengali wedding a dream come true. You should also ensure that the day is special not for you as well as for her. If you are running short of time, you can always check best online deals and buy her a present that fits in your budget. Show them how much you appreciate all that they do for you by putting considerable thought into a gift that will make them feel cherished.

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How to choose right bridal & spa package

The days leading up your Bengali wedding are likely to be highly stressful. There are so many decisions to be made and so many details to be finalized. All the stress and tension could take a toll on you, making you look and feel exhausted. You could find a few moments of solace by escaping to your nearest salon for some much needed pampering and relaxation.

These days, career oriented brides-to-be are juggling between their jobs and planning their perfect dream wedding themselves. Bridal and spa packages are fast gaining popularity among many brides-to-be. Several salons offer special packages for brides, catering specifically to their needs. Many brides prefer the tried and tested home solutions to maintain their hair, skin and nails. They only visit salons a few days before their Bengali wedding. Many spas are however, offering treatments that start well in advance, sometimes even months prior to their Bengali wedding, in order to help the bride achieve that perfect glow.

You could visit your local beauty salon and inquire about the different bridal and spa packages they have on offer and the price ranges. You could consider a salon that will cater specifically to your needs and skin type. There might be certain treatments that would not be compatible with your skin type because of certain allergies. You could find out what sort of ingredients are used in facial treatments. If you feel that these treatments would suit your skin type, you could book yourself a package. It is advisable to try out facial treatments well in advance. Incase you have some allergies that you were not aware of; an unsightly rash would be the source of major embarrassment on the day of your wedding in Bangladesh.

Spas today are offering an array of treatments to pamper and relax brides-to-be. Facials, body massages, waxing, manicures, pedicures and hair spas are available to make the bride look as well as feel special. Facials are done to get rid of dead cells and rejuvenate the skin, leaving you looking radiant for your wedding in Bangladesh. Body massages are meant to help to help you relax and relieve all the stress and will leave you with much needed energy before your Bengali marriage day. Hair spas aim at treating the hair through deep conditioning and will ensure that your hair is at its glossiest best on your Bengali wedding day. Manicures and pedicures are a must in order to achieve a well groomed appearance.

When selecting the right bridal and spa package, ensure that you seek out treatments that cater to your skin type and are customized to your specifications. The right spa package will not only help you de-stress during the hectic Bengali wedding preparations, but will also help you achieve the perfect glow and radiance, thus enabling you to be the center of attention on your wedding day. Check various deals available online as you might get lucrative discounts and multiple options to choose from.

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Guide to choose wedding reception venue

Your wedding day is going to be one the most important days of your life. When planning for your elaborate Bengali wedding, ensure that you have taken into consideration every minute detail well in advance in order to avoid last minute problems. The venue for your Bengali wedding reception has a lot of significance in setting the mood for the evening.

You could take into consideration the theme for your reception. For a formal theme for your Bengali marriage reception, you could consider selecting a grand ballroom or a location with a lot of history and imposing architecture. For a casual theme, a beach front restaurant or an open garden space would be perfect. You could let nature be the backdrop for your aesthetic wedding in Bangladesh. You could personalize the décor by adding sea shells as table pieces for beach themed wedding or add decorative flowers for a garden wedding.

Certain things need to be considered when selecting the perfect reception venue. If you are planning a Bengali marriage ceremony in a location that is different from reception venue, the distance between the two places would be critical as ferrying your guests between great distances would be quite a demanding task. You could ensure that the venue for your reception has the capacity to accommodate the number of guests you will be expecting. Not having enough seating for your guests would be a very embarrassing predicament. You could ask the vendors about the facilities available such as decor, chairs tables, lighting and even the proximity of washrooms to the venue. The needs of your guest are important and in order to avoid causing inconvenience to anyone.

The cost of the venue is a very important factor to be taken into consideration. You could set a budget for yourself, considering how much you would be willing to spend on the venue for your Bengali wedding reception. If you have fallen in love with a venue, but it is a little out of your price range, ask the vendors if they offer any off season discounts or if they have package deals that would reduce the expense. You could also take into consideration how much would need to be spent on the décor. If you have a certain theme in mind, explore different options with the vendors and how you could achieve your dream theme for your Bengali wedding reception. You could select a venue that would suit your theme, not the other way around. If you have a garden theme but have booked a ballroom for the occasion, it would be peculiar.

The wedding reception venue for your Bengali wedding will be the highlight of your evening. All the months of planning will eventually bear fruit and you will be able to enjoy yourself in the company of your better half as well as your guests. So, make every effort to turn this day to a life long memory that you can be proud of.

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